Sin, Faith, Duty - Luke 17:1-10
Understand It
- What advice did Jesus give His disciples about how to react when others sin against them? (17:3-4)
- What principle of forgiveness was Jesus promoting? (17:4)
- Why did the disciples think more faith would help them forgive in the way that Jesus instructed? (17:5)
Apply It
- To what person do you need to demonstrate forgiveness?
Ten Healed of Leprosy - Luke 17:11-19
Understand It
- What did the ten men want from Jesus? (17:13)
- How did the men refer to Jesus? (17:13)
- What happened to the men as they went to show themselves to the priest? (17:14)
- How did one man express his thankfulness to Jesus? (17:15-16)
Apply It
- About what will you praise the Lord more faithfully this week that you have neglected to notice in the past?
The Coming of the Kingdom of God - Luke 17:20-37
Understand It
- How did Jesus describe what the days of the Son of Man will be like? (17:24-30)
- What warning did Jesus give to those present on the day of the Son of Man? (17:31)
- What will happen to the person who attempts to keep his life? (17:33)
Apply It
- What people could you pray for this week who are still trying to keep their own life?
The Parable of the Persistent Widow - Luke 18:1-8
Understand It
- What did the woman need from the judge? (18:3)
- Why did the judge finally give in to the woman’s request? (18:4-5)
- How will God’s actions differ from those of the unjust judge? (18:7)
Apply It
- For what need or concern will you commit to praying persistently?
The Parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector - Luke 18:9-14
Understand It
- What motivated the Pharisee to pray? (18:11)
- What prompted the tax collector to pray? (18:13)
- What difference did it make how these men prayed? (18:14)
Apply It
- What specific steps can you take this week to cultivate a spirit of humility?
The Little Children and Jesus - Luke 18:15-17
Understand It
- How did the disciples respond to what the parents were doing? (18:15)
- How did Jesus treat the children? (18:16)
- Why should we receive the kingdom of God like a child? (18:17)
Apply It
- What is one childlike quality that you want to cultivate this week? How?
The Rich Ruler - Luke 18:18-30
Understand It
- What did the ruler lack? (18:22)
- How did the ruler respond to Jesus’ instructions? (18:23)
- What was the rich man’s problem? (18:24-25)
- How did Jesus’ listeners respond to Jesus’ harsh words? (18:26)
Apply It
- What is one sacrifice God is calling you to make?
Jesus Again Predicts His Death - Luke 18:31-34
Understand It
- Where were the disciples and Jesus planning to go? (18:31)
- To whom would the Son of Man be handed over? (18:32)
- What did Jesus predict would happen after the Son of Man was killed by the Gentiles? (18:33)
Apply It
- In what way could you imitate in your personal relationships the Lord’s willingness to suffer for you?
A Blind Beggar Receives His Sight - Luke 18:35-43
Understand It
- How did the crowd respond to the blind man’s actions? (18:39)
- What did the blind man do in response to the criticism of the crowd? (18:39)
- How did the blind man and the crowds respond to the miracle Jesus performed? (18:43)
Apply It
- What can you do this week to respond more appropriately to the criticism of others?
Zacchaeus the Tax Collector - Luke 19:1-10
Understand It
- How did Luke describe Zacchaeus? (19:2)
- Why did the crowds begin to mutter and gossip among themselves? (19:7)
- How had salvation come to Zacchaeus’ house? (19:9)
Apply It
- With what person of bad reputation or low status could you share your company and God’s love?
The Parable of the Ten Minas - Luke 19:11-27
Understand It
- What did the man want his servants to do with the money he gave them? (19:13)
- What did the first two servants do with the money the king entrusted to them? (19:16-18)
- What principle summarizes the parable? (19:26)
Apply It
- What can you do to remind yourself of the responsibilities that God has entrusted to you?
The Triumphal Entry - Luke 19:28-44
Understand It
- How did people react to Jesus’ entrance into the city? (19:36-37)
- In what way were the words of the disciples’ praises significant? (19:38)
- How did Jesus respond to the Pharisees’ rebuke? (19:40)
Apply It
- How can you voice your praise to the Lord today for all that He has done for you?
Jesus at the Temple - Luke 19:45-48
Understand It
- What did Jesus do in the temple area? (19:45)
- What did Jesus accuse the merchants of doing? (19:46)
- What was the real purpose of the temple? (19:46)
Apply It
- What can you do to prepare for a worshipful experience in church next week?
