2. Textual Studies From The Gospel Of Luke & The Acts Of The Apostles

4. Lesson 11 – Jewish Woes 11:37-54 A Pharisee invites Jesus to breakfast v. 37 Jesus does not observe the Jewish ceremonial “baptism” v. 38 Jesus pronounces woes vv. 39-44 He condemns their focus only on the outward He condemns their desire for others’ praise

5. Lesson 11 – Jewish Woes 11:37-54 Jesus pronounces woes vv. 39-44 He likens them to “concealed tombs” (rottenness is real…yet unknown to others) A Jewish lawyer is insulted, objects v. 45 Jesus pronounces more woes vv. 46-52 He condemns their hypocrisy

6. Lesson 11 – Jewish Woes 11:37-54 Jesus pronounces more woes vv. 46-52 He indicts them for their rejection of God’s O.T. prophets In this, they shared guilt with their “fathers” He accuses them of not believing…even hindering others from accepting truth

7. Lesson 11 – Jewish Woes 11:37-54 Following this “discourse,” the Jews began to display their hostility toward Jesus more openly v. 53 They continued to “plot” against Jesus, hoping to trap Him in His words v. 54

8. Lesson 12 – Various Discourses 12:1-12 Re: the “leaven of the Pharisees” vv. 1b-3 Re: where disciples should place their “fear” and respect vv. 4-7 Re: His identity as the Messiah and the role the Holy Spirit would play in their gospel work vv. 8-12

9. Lesson 12 – Materialism 12:13-21 While delivering these “discourses,” Jesus is interrupted from the crowd v. 13 One complains re: a family inheritance matter Jesus refuses to be the “judge” v. 14 He also warns the crowd against the disposition of covetousness v. 15

10. Lesson 12 – Materialism 12:13-21 The Parable Of The Rich Farmer vv. 16-21 A farmer enjoyed great prosperity His concern was where to put his produce His decision…tear down present barns and build bigger barns That would be his “retirement”…his “future”

11. Lesson 12 – Materialism 12:13-21 The Parable Of The Rich Farmer vv. 16-21 God was displeased …labeled him a “fool” He would lose his soul that night…what then of his “future?” Lesson Ù materialism is deadly!!...it makes “rich” men “impoverished” before God

12. Lesson 12 – Materialism cont. 12:22-34 Not only excess wealth makes one a “materialist”…but also an overriding concern for life’s necessities We are not to worry about basic needs v. 22 “Life is more than food, clothing” v. 23 God takes care of His creation vv. 24-28

13. Lesson 12 – Materialism cont. 12:22-34 The “Gentiles” seek after such v. 30 Disciples need to “seek” the kingdom v. 31 God’s children have a “future” vv. 32-34 They have a prepared kingdom their Father “gladly wants to give them”

14. Lesson 12 – His Return 12:35-48 While waiting for His return, disciples need to have honorable conduct vv. 35-38 Being prepared for His arrival is of utmost importance to a disciple vv. 39-40 He will come “like a thief in the night” cp. 1 Thess 5:2 2 Pet 3:10

15. Lesson 12 – His Return 12:35-48 Peter asked Jesus to whom the teaching is addressed v. 41 Jesus’ answer is for all disciples vv. 42-48 Whoever is a “faithful steward” “Blessed is that slave whom his master finds him so doing when he comes”

16. Lesson 12 – His Return 12:35-48 Jesus’ answer is for all disciples vv. 42-48 Slaves that “presume” re: the master’s return will be greatly disappointed vv. 45-46 A principle all disciples need to remember… v. 47

17. Lesson 12 – “The Signs” 12:49-59 Jesus was fully aware of the “baptism” He was to undergo…He wished it was already accomplished vv. 49-50 He doesn’t want His disciples under any “delusion” (false pretense) re: “peace” vv. 51-53

18. Lesson 12 – “The Signs” 12:49-59 Jesus “commended” the Jews for the ability to “read the weather signs” vv. 54-55 He “condemned” them for failing to “read the spiritual signs” vv. 56-59 He labeled this “hypocrisy” v. 56 This would be their doom at judgment