Luc 12:1-10/ Les signes des temps/Pasteur Timothe Andre/ Eglise Chretienne de Bethel/ 07-14-2024

Luc 12:1-10/Les signes des temps/Pasteur Timothe Andre/ Eglise Chretienne de Bethel/ 07-14-2024 Luke 12:1-10/The signs of the times/Pastor Timothe Andre/ Bethel Christian Church / 07-14-2024 Text Luke 12:1-10 New International Version Warnings and Encouragements 12 Meanwhile, when a crowd of many thousands had gathered, so that they were trampling on one another, Jesus began to speak first to his disciples, saying: “Be[a] on your guard against the yeast of the Pharisees, which is hypocrisy. 2 There is nothing concealed that will not be disclosed, or hidden that will not be made known. 3 What you have said in the dark will be heard in the daylight, and what you have whispered in the ear in the inner rooms will be proclaimed from the roofs. 4 “I tell you, my friends, do not be afraid of those who kill the body and after that can do no more. 5 But I will show you whom you should fear: Fear him who, after your body has been killed, has authority to throw you into hell. Yes, I tell you, fear him. 6 Are not five sparrows sold for two pennies? Yet not one of them is forgotten by God. 7 Indeed, the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Don’t be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows. 8 “I tell you, whoever publicly acknowledges me before others, the Son of Man will also acknowledge before the angels of God. 9 But whoever disowns me before others will be disowned before the angels of God. 10 And everyone who speaks a word against the Son of Man will be forgiven, but anyone who blasphemes against the Holy Spirit will not be forgiven. Who wrote the book of Luke? Author: The author of the Gospel of Luke is not identified. It is evident from Luke 1:1–4 and Acts 1:1–3 that the same author authored both books, addressing both to "most excellent Theophilus," who may have been a Roman official. Acts and Luke are credited to Luke, a physician and close friend of the apostle Paul, according to a long-standing tradition that dates back to the early days of the church (Colossians 4:14; 2 Timothy 4:11). Luke would then be the sole author of any books in the Bible who is not a Gentile. Complete text of article: Luke's book was written by whom? Luke was written by whom? Writing Date: The Gospel of Luke was most likely composed in the years 58–65 A.D. The goal of writing this book is to disclose the Lord Jesus Christ and all He "began to do and to teach until the day he was taken up to heaven," just like the goals of the other two synoptic gospels, Matthew and Mark (Acts 1:1-2). Luke's Gospel stands out due to its thorough history, which is referred to as a "orderly account" (Luke 1:3) that aligns with Luke's medical perspective and frequently includes information that other stories miss. The Great Physician's ministry to and compassion for Gentiles, Samaritans, women, children, tax collectors, sinners, and other groups considered outcasts in Israel are highlighted in Luke's account of His life. Luke 2:4-7: “So Joseph also went up from the town of Nazareth in Galilee to Judea, to Bethlehem the town of David, because he belonged to the house and line of David. He went there to register with Mary, who was pledged to be married to him and was expecting a child. While they were there, the time came for the baby to be born, and she gave birth to her firstborn, a son. She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn.” SUMMARY OF THE LUKE 12 :1-10 Jesus teaches his followers numerous things in Luke 12:1–12 of the Bible. Fear God, not people. Jesus advises his followers not to fear those who pose a threat to their physical safety, such as religious authorities who have the power to murder or severely maim them. Rather, people ought to dread God and put their faith in his consolation and kindness. Jesus issues a dire warning to his followers. God-pleasers rather than people-pleasers are true disciples. Our life should only be controlled by a fear of God and his word. God is seeking people with fervent hearts who want to follow him. God does not want our obedience.