Tag Archives: Luke 18

The Holy Spirit and spiritual clout

Posted on September 25, 2011 by Jefferson Vann

Luke 18:1-30.   How much spiritual maturity does it take to enter the kingdom of God?  Jesus told his disciples not to rebuke the parents who brought even infants to him for his blessing.  He said “to such belongs the kingdom … Continue reading →

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sharing his touch

Posted on January 28, 2011 by Jefferson Vann

Luke 18:31-19:27.  On his way to be Jerusalem where his will be beaten and killed — Jesus stops to heal a blind man, and to bring reconciliation to Zacchaeus. He is still involved in his mission to seek and to … Continue reading →

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getting to God

Posted on January 27, 2011 by Jefferson Vann

Luke 18.  Sometimes getting to God in prayer seems like a futile task. The temptation to give up is so strong.  But Jesus taught that persistent prayer breaks through to God, because he is not like the unrighteous judge. He … Continue reading →

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