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This passage illustrates what faith looks life. 👉 Read Luke 18:1-17 Q1. What is the lesson of the parable of the persistent widow? (1) Answers 👉 To pray always and not to lose heart, The Bible explicitly says the purpose of this parable. We are not to focus other voices from the parable; e.g. God delays to answer our prayer just like this judge. Q2. By comparing God to the unjust judge, we can see how much well God listens to our prayers. What are the reasons? Answer 👉 This judge is unjust and not fearing God (2, 4) but our God is just and righteous. The widow was no one for the judge but because of keeping coming the judge granted her request. However, we are chosen by God and He answers our prayer speedily, not reluctantly.  Faith is to wait for God’s final justice when Jesus returns. Will you stand in faith while His return is being delayed though he had said he would come quickly? Note that God would give justice (in other words, His Kingdom) to us, not so...

This passage corrects some misunderstanding regarding the time of His kingdom. 👉 Read Luke 17:20 - 37 Q1. The Pharisees expected to see a visible and undeniable sign of God’s kingdom. Such expectation could mislead us too. What is Jesus’ answer for this? Answers 👉 The Kingdom doesn’t come with visible signs. The Kingdom of God is in your midst. God’s kingdom comes in our heart first. Its full and visible manifestation will happen when Jesus returns. Q2. Jesus’ return will be unmistakably clear. When He comes, there will be no ambiguity about His appearing (vv.   –    ). However, before His glory is revealed, His suffering must first take place (v. 25). His coming will also be sudden, interrupting ordinary human life in the midst of daily routines (vv. –     ). On that day, for the situation will be urgent, do not set your heart on the world or turn back to what is left behind, or you lose your life (vv.  –   ). Salvation...

Having exposed the Pharisees' blindness, pride, and self-righteousness in Luke 14–16, Jesus now describes what His disciples should be like. Rather than focusing on themselves, they are to care for others by forgiving those who repent and to live before God with humility and gratitude. Such willingness to forgive, humility of self-denial, and grateful attitude are the marks of faith. 👉 Read Luke 17:1-19 Q1. For Jesus’ disciples, It looks like not to make others stumble because of you is as much important as you don’t sin. These are two commands given in 1-4. We are to be careful not to cause one of (                 ) to sin. Pay attention to yourselves! Don’t stop (               ) your brothers. Answers 👉 These little ones, forgiving. We often focus on ourselves and think we are ok as long as we stand in faith regardless of others’ spiritual condition.  ‘little ones’: they are prone t...

“Make friends for yourselves by how you use worldly wealth, so that when it runs out, you will be welcomed into the eternal homes.” (16:9) 👉 Read Luke 16:1-31 Q1. This is one of the difficult parables to comprehend. For such a text, we should focus on the conclusion of Jesus (v. 8-9) rather than evaluate the servants' behavior by ourselves. What will be Jesus' message to us in our present life? (4, 9) Answers 👉 ANS: Make friends for yourselves by how you use worldly wealth. As he prepared for life after dismissal with what he had. We must use the resources given to us now to prepare for life after death. Use perishable and temporary possession to buy unperishable and eternal assets.  Even if he had the legal proxy to adjust debts, doing so to bail himself out at his master's expense was a breach of fiduciary duty. It was morally compromised. We’d better focus on the master's (and Jesus') observation of the man's shrewdness, not his ethics. Verse 9 is...

These parables reveal the Father's heart for His lost children. Notice that they belonged to Him before they were lost. 👉 Read Luke 15:1-32 Q1. In this chapter, Jesus responded to the Pharisees' complaint with three parables. Why did the Pharisees complain about Jesus? Answers 👉 ANS: Jesus welcomed tax collectors and sinners. Do you and your church welcome the homeless and the poor? Q2. The first two parables (vv. 3–10) proclaim this message: "There will be more joy in heaven over (   ) sinner who repents than over (    ) righteous people who do not need to repent." In both parables, the owners lost something and later found it. Their reactions are similar. What were their reactions? (Notice the expressions that show how diligently they searched for the lost and how greatly they rejoiced when they found it.) Answer 👉 One, ninety nine. The owners' reaction when it was lost (vv. 4 & 8): They searched diligently for the one that was missing. ...

This passage tells reasons of our failures in believing Jesus: not knowing God’s intention in the law (especially Sabbath), seeking human honor, and limitation of un-resolved heart. 👉 Read Luke 14:1-35 Q1. How did Jesus legitimize His healing on Sabbath?  Answers 👉 ANS: If any of you had a son or cow in a pit, wouldn't you rescue him on the Sabbath? Jesus exposes their double standards and lack of love: they would rescue their own sons on the Sabbath, yet force others to wait until the next day for healing. By asking whether it is lawful to heal on the Sabbath, Jesus addresses a major contemporary religious debate. Rather than engaging in legalistic arguments, Jesus highlights a fundamental truth: the spirit of the law is love. His point is clear: "Your conscience naturally dictates saving your own son on the Sabbath; why do you forbid saving your neighbor? If you love your neighbors as yourselves, you would instantly know the right action to take on the Sabbath.” ...

This section shows the mysterious nature of the Kingdom. The kingdom starts with a small seed but will grow big, yet many will fail to enter it. It will be suprise that the Jews fail to enter, while the Gentiles are brought in. It also reveals their blind rejection—even to the point of persecution—especially in Jerusalem, the chosen city. 👉 Read Luke 13:18-35 Q1. (vv.18–21) What properties of the kingdom of God do the two parables explain? Answers 👉 ANS: It is growing: A person or a community must continue to grow spiritually. If there is true life, growth will follow. In the process of sanctification or in ministry, we must learn to wait with patience. We should not flip-flop based on what is seen. Rather, we must remain steadfast under the guidance of the Word and the Holy Spirit. Q2. (vv.22–30) “Exert every effort to enter through (             ). Many will try to enter and will not be able to, because when the Master (   ...

Self-righteousness and hypocrisy blind us to the urgency of repentance. We must remember that we are under a period of probation before judgment and that God’s Law—especially the Sabbath—reflects His good intention. 👉 Read Luke 13:1-17 Q1. (1-9) When we see someone suffering because of a misfortune that seems like God’s judgment, we are quick to think they are (       ) sinners than we are. But we should remember Jesus’ saying, “No! Unless you (      ), you will all perish as well.” Know that we are already condemned due to a lack of (      ). But, through the worker’s petition, we are given a little more time to bear (      ). Answers 👉 When we see someone suffering because of a misfortune that seems like God’s judgment, we are quick to think they are ( worse ) sinners than we are. But we should remember Jesus’ saying, “No! Unless you ( repent ), you will all perish as well.” Know that we are already condemned...

Knowing the nature of the kingdom of God: the time of completion is not known, disruption and conflict in our human relationships is inevitable, and now is the day for forgiveness, will teach us what to do now. We will be alert and faithful in our ministry. We will not be discouraged or led astray by the objections of our loved ones. We will diligently seek reconciliation with God while the opportunity is still given. 👉 Read Luke 12:35-59 Q1. We must stay alert to open the door (       ) when he knocks. These people are blessed because he will seat them at (       ) and serve them. We must stay alert because we do not know (       ) he arrives. Answers 👉 We must stay alert to open the door ( immediately) when he knocks. These people are blessed because he will seat them at ( the table ) and serve them. We must stay alert because we do not know ( the time ) he arrives. Only the one who is waiting for Jesus’ coming co...

Do not fear man, especially Pharisees who accuse Jesus’ followers, but fear God. Guard yourself from all sorts of greed, but rich toward God. Do not worry about your life. But trust in the Father’s provision. These are the areas of our spiritual battle.  One keyword in this passage is LIFE 👉 Read Luke 12:1-34 Q1. We tend to hide our mistake and pretend to be a better someone when we care about people's eyes. Bible warns us not to be hypocritical (1). Why hiding something is useless? (2-3) Answers 👉 ANS: Because what's hidden for now will be surely revealed. Q2. What mindset is helpful not to be hypocritical? (two, 4-5, 6-7) Answer 👉 ANS: Fear and Trust in God.  Knowing that God will judge even our heart and able to put us to eternal punishment (v5) and that everything is in God's hands (v7) is why you should fear God rather than man.  He who is more conscious of God has no room (or need) to be conscious of man's eyes. On the other hand, the reason ...

They were blinded because they did not seek the glory of God. Therefore, they focused only on outward things, seeking human praise. Knowing the Scriptures without putting them into practice only accumulated their self-righteousness, which led them to reject the prophets and even Jesus. Their behavior seriously distorted the truth and blocked the way of salvation for others. Therefore, Jesus, in an unusually strong way, announced the coming judgment upon them: “Woe to you.” 👉 Read Luke 11:33 - 54 Q1. What is the reason that your body is in darkness?  Answers 👉 ANS: The lamp, eye, is unhealthy.  When you don’t seek God’s glory but seek own glory, your eyes are unhealthy and your whole body is in darkness. Then, you cannot see dirty desires in your heart including greed and self-pride.  Also, because it is dark inside, you would not care about inside but rather seek your righteousness from your outside as in verse 39. Q2. The reason they should care about in...

They maliciously claimed it was the power of Beelzebul and demanded a sign from heaven. Because of such attitude, even after witnessing Jesus’ power, they face a worse end. 👉 Read Luke 11:14-32 Q1. To their saying that Jesus drove out demons by the power of Beelzebub. What is the Lord's answer to this? Answers 👉 ANS: If so, how will his kingdom stand? By whom do your sons cast demons out? If Beelzebul drives out his subjects, the evil spirits, we don’t need to cast them out. They will go away automatically. If that’s the case, they cannot say their disciples cast out such self-fallen subjects of Beelzebul by the power of God. Q2. The fact that God has begun to expel spirits from His people shows that the kingdom of God has come (v. ___). As a stronger man overpowers the less strong man and takes his possessions, Jesus has come, conquered Beelzebul, and taken what belonged to him—that is, people (v. ___). Even those not following Jesus could cast out spirits (v. 19)...

Seeking God’s glory and His kingdom. With persistence. Simply pray with confidence that He will give us good things just as a son asks his father. 👉 Read Luke 11:1-13 Q1. The Lord’s Prayer teaches us what to pray for—our life goal, our needs, and our duty. What are they? Answers 👉 The goal of life: the glory of God’s name and the seeking of His kingdom. Our needs: daily bread, the forgiveness of sins, and deliverance from evil. Our duty: to forgive others. Q2. From v5 – v8, Jesus tells us an essential attitude in our prayer. What is it?  Answer 👉 ANS: Not giving up in prayer Q3. “(          ), and it will be given to you; (         ), and you will find; (         ), and the door will be opened for you.” Answers 👉 Ask, seek, knock These simple and repeated command best describe the nature of prayer. Just pray. Q4. What is the best thing God gives us? Answers 👉 ANS: The ...