Through The Bible - Tamil - 42 (Luke - 3) by Zac Poonen
Summary
The sermon analyzes several parables from Luke chapter 15, focusing on themes of lost sinners, repentance, and the nature of true righteousness. Key points include that all believers need constant repentance, the danger of being enslaved by money, and the necessity of acknowledging one's spiritual loss to be saved. The speaker also discusses Jesus' ministry, contrasting how he addressed Pharisees versus disciples, and concludes with reflections on dependence on the Holy Spirit.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
Three parables in Luke chapter 15Jesus speaks three parables concerning lost sinners and backsliders, featuring a shepherd, a woman, and a father with two sons.
The story of the unrighteous stewardBelievers should use worldly wealth wisely to bring souls to heaven and support the spread of the gospel.
The rich man and LazarusUnlike parables, Jesus uses a real name in this account, which teaches that people go immediately to paradise or hell upon death.
Cleansing of ten lepers and the last daysOnly one leper returns to thank God, illustrating that thanking God brings more blessing, followed by warnings that the last days will resemble the days of Noah and Lot.
Parables on prayerJesus shares parables on prayer, including one about a persistent widow, teaching persistence and humility before God.
Bartimaeus and ZacchaeusBartimaeus receives his sight, and Zacchaeus demonstrates true salvation by repenting of his greed and vowing to make restitution.
Business profit and the parable of the minasMaking a business profit is fine, and putting money in a bank to earn interest is acceptable as taught in the parable of the minas.
Jesus weeps over JerusalemJesus weeps in great sorrow over the city because the people are blind to their day of opportunity.
Questions from Pharisees and the fig tree signPharisees continually try to trap Jesus with questions, and He points to the fig tree as a sign related to the resurgence of Israel and the end times.
True greatness among disciplesJesus rebukes the disciples for arguing over who is greatest, teaching them that true leaders must act as servants rather than worldly lords.
Predicting Peter's denial and failureJesus allows proud Peter to fail so he can learn humility, praying that his faith will not ultimately fail so he can strengthen others.
Taking a sword for defenseJesus tells the disciples to take a sword, teaching that self-defense against attackers or legal defense in court is permissible.
The road to Emmaus and the Great CommissionJesus opens up the Old Testament to disciples on the road to Emmaus and gives the final commission to preach repentance to all nations.
