Tag: Luke

“The Road To Emmaus” By Elizabeth Yeamans Simrell (Guest Blogger)

The Road to Emmaus By Elizabeth Yeamans Simrell Scripture Readings: Luke 24:13-35 Key Verses: Luke 24:21; Luke 24:30-31 “But we were hoping that it was He who was going to redeem Israel. Indeed, besides all this, it is the third day since these things happened.” “And it came about that when He had reclined at… Continue reading “The Road To Emmaus” By Elizabeth Yeamans Simrell (Guest Blogger)

“He Is Risen!!” By Elizabeth Yeamans Simrell (Guest Blogger)

He is RISEN!! By Elizabeth Yeamans Simrell Scipture Readings: Matthew 28:1-20; Luke 24:1-12; Mark 16:1-20; John 20:1-31 Key Verses: Luke 24:6-7; John 20:30-31 “He is not here, but He has risen. Remember how He spoke to you while He was still in Galilee, saying that the Son of Man must be delivered into the hands… Continue reading “He Is Risen!!” By Elizabeth Yeamans Simrell (Guest Blogger)

Week 30 Sunday

Today Today’s scripture selection: Luke 23-24 Key Verses: Luke 23:43      One of the most poignant scenes in the entire Bible is that of Jesus hanging on the cross.  There beside him, on crosses of their own, are two criminals.  One is defiant; angry; bitter.  The other is repentant.  And he has one, and only… Continue reading Week 30 Sunday

Week 29 Sunday

So Little; So Much Today’s scripture selection: Luke 21-22 Key Verses: Luke 21:1-4      I love the story of the widow’s mite.      In fact, I actually own one – or at least the same kind of coin – from the time when Jesus’ lived.  It was given to me by a friend years ago. … Continue reading Week 29 Sunday

Week 28 Sunday

Little of Stature Today’s scripture selection: Luke 19-20 Key Verses: Luke 19:3      I’ve always like the little story about Zacchaeus – no pun intended.      I like the fact that a hated outcast is one with whom Jesus dines.  I like the fact that someone like that is given a fresh start in life. … Continue reading Week 28 Sunday

Week 27 Sunday

Mustard and Mulberry Trees Today’s scripture selection: Luke 17-18 Key Verses: Luke 17:6      I’ve always liked the reference in the New Testament about the tiny mustard seed.  In fact, I liked it so much I named a blog about it.      It’s just that the idea of the tiniest of seeds being the symbol… Continue reading Week 27 Sunday

Week 26 Sunday

The One and the Ninety-Nine Today’s scripture selection: Luke 15-16 Key Verses: Luke 15:4-7      It was only one little sheep.  For some, it was no big deal.  Let it wander off – there are still ninety-nine left.  Such was the attitude of the lazy shepherd in Jesus’ day.      But then there was the… Continue reading Week 26 Sunday

Week 25 Sunday

Best Seat in the House Today’s scripture selection: Luke 13-14 Key Verse: Luke 14:11      Jesus had been invited to dinner, presumably quite a fancy dinner.  Luke tells us, “When he noticed how the guests picked the places of honor at the table, he told them this parable…”      The scripture goes on to describe… Continue reading Week 25 Sunday

Week 24 Sunday

When You Pray Today’s scripture selection: Luke 11-12 Key Verse: Luke 11:2      I’ve always loved the fact that it is recorded in the scriptures that Jesus’ disciples came to Him and made a simple but profound request:      “Lord, teach us to pray.”      In response, we have what has long been known as… Continue reading Week 24 Sunday