Luke

This week, James begins a new series in the book of Luke, exploring the authenticity of Luke's account of Jesus' story.

This week, James continues our Luke series, looking at the lives of Zechariah, Elizabeth, and the birth of John the Baptist foretold.

Elizabeth and Zechariah's baby is born, and they reveal that his name is 'John', meaning 'God is gracious'. God's grace is revealed to the people of Israel, to Zechariah, and to us.

This week, Hannah looks at Zechariah's prophecy and the masterpiece of all the promises that it is built on.

This week, Reuben continues the Luke series as he asks us, like Simeon, what is our purpose in God and what is the importance of waiting on God’s timings.

This week, James continues the Luke series by examining Jesus' uniqueness, growth, and dedication to God's purpose.

Chapters 1-2 have prepared us for the ministry of John the Baptist and Jesus, and now the ministry of John is launched with God’s word coming to him in the wilderness. John is in the wilderness on the other side of the Jordan, just as Israel was in the wilderness before entering the Land of Promise. Before the promises would be realized Israel had to be cleansed of its sin and to turn afresh to God. John appropriates Isaiah 40:3–5 to explain his ministry. He is the voice in the wilderness, preparing the Lord’s way. All will see God’s salvation when they humble themselves before him.

John warns the crowds coming out to him, proclaiming that they will escape the wrath to come only if they bear fruit worthy of repentance. Simply being a child of Abraham will not shield Israel from the coming judgement. When the crowds ask John how they should respond, he gives practical advice. Those who turn to the Lord are generous with what they own, sharing food and clothing with those who are in need. Similarly, tax collectors should not extort money or skim some off the top for themselves, but should collect only what is mandated. Soldiers must also desist from extortion and be content with the pay they have received.

John warns the crowds coming out to him, proclaiming that they will escape the wrath to come only if they bear fruit worthy of repentance. Simply being a child of Abraham will not shield Israel from the coming judgement. When the crowds ask John how they should respond, he gives practical advice. Those who turn to the Lord are generous with what they own, sharing food and clothing with those who are in need. Similarly, tax collectors should not extort money or skim some off the top for themselves, but should collect only what is mandated. Soldiers must also desist from extortion and be content with the pay they have received.

Hannah takes us through the next part of our Luke series where John the Baptist denied being the Messiah and preached repentance until he was imprisoned by Herod for condemning his marriage, paving the way for Jesus to begin his ministry.

Luke has moved John off the stage and now turns his attention to Jesus. Jesus’ public ministry commences with his baptism, where he is anointed by the Spirit for ministry. The divine voice identifies Jesus as God’s beloved Son and as the servant of the Lord. Luke then turns to Jesus’ genealogy, tracing Jesus back to David through Nathan instead of Solomon. This is almost certainly his biological genealogy. Matthew traces Jesus back to Abraham, but Luke goes back to Adam. Indeed, he goes one step further, tracing Jesus all the way back to God himself. Thus in both baptism and genealogy Luke identifies Jesus as God’s Son.

This sunday, We had Ethan, Henry and Louise all shared a short sermon on Luke 2:1-20.

As we approach Easter we explore the dark background of our sin which the cross of Christ shines brightly against.

As we approach Easter we explore the dark background of our sin which the cross of Christ shines brightly against.

The Cross is not a defeat but a victory—Christ triumphed over sin, Satan, and death, bringing redemption and new life.

Jesus is led by the Holy Spirit into the wilderness where he is tempted by the devil. This story teaches us why we’re tempted, how we’re tempted and how we can overcome temptation.

Jesus is led by the Holy Spirit into the wilderness where he is tempted by the devil. This story teaches us why we’re tempted, how we’re tempted and how we can overcome temptation.

Jesus is led by the Holy Spirit into the wilderness where he is tempted by the devil. This story teaches us why we’re tempted, how we’re tempted and how we can overcome temptation.

Jesus launches into ministry with a sermon from Isaiah 61. It reveals who he is, what he’s come to do and it sends shockwaves for the rest of time.

Jesus launches into ministry with a sermon from Isaiah 61. It reveals who he is, what he’s come to do and it sends shockwaves for the rest of time.

Part 14 - Jesus Rejected - David Holden by New Community Church

This Sunday Tiff takes us through the next part of our Luke series; When the people of Nazareth doubt Jesus because of his humble origins and reject his message, he cites prophets being sent to outsiders as a precedent, angering them so much that they try to kill him, but he escapes unharmed.

Hannah leads us through Luke 4:31-41, where Jesus demonstrates his divine authority through healing and casting out demons, while prioritizing his mission to spread the good news across Judea despite growing popularity.

This sunday, Yemi takes us through Luke 5:1-11, 27-39 looking at what it means to be called as a Disciple's.

This sunday, Alistair takes us through Luke 5:1-11, 27-39 looking at what it means to be called as a Disciple's through the calling of Simon Peter and Levi (Matthew), the Tax collector

This sunday, Nick takes us through Luke 5:12-26 where Luke’s intertwined stories of healing and calling emphasize that the right response to Jesus’ power and grace is wholehearted worship, faith, and a desire to draw near to God.

Last sunday, Reuben takes us through Luke 5:12-26 where Luke’s intertwined stories of healing and calling emphasize that the right response to Jesus’ power and grace is wholehearted worship, faith, and a desire to draw near to God.

Last sunday, Tunde took us through Luke 5:12-26 where Luke’s intertwined stories of healing and calling emphasize that the right response to Jesus’ power and grace is wholehearted worship, faith, and a desire to draw near to God.