The Celebration of Discipline

The Parables of the Hidden Treasure and the Pearl of Great Value

Passage: Matthew 13:44-46  The Gospel of Jesus Christ is a treasure worth the cost of everything else in our lives. It is a treasure which brings joy and a treasure we display for others.

The Parable of the Persistent Widow

Passage: Luke 18:1-8  We must be persistent in taking our prayers to the Righteous Judge, trusting in His character and promises. The faithful will remain steady in Christ and Christ alone and will find hope and dependence on God in prayer.

Parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector

Passage: Luke 18:9-14  The only way that we are made righteous is through Christ's righteousness. We must be continuously undone in the light of God’s mercy and grace towards us.

The Parable of the Good Samaritan

Passage: Luke 10:25-37  God's love and mercy towards us should lead us to acts of love and mercy towards others. All people who God puts in our path are neighbors we must love.

The Parable of the Talents

Passage: Matthew 25:14-30  A focus on what you don't have will always distort your view of what you do have. We all have time, talents, and opportunities that the Lord has given us that we need to steward well.