Luke 8
Gospel of LukeSteve Gregg
In this talk, Steve Gregg discusses the first three verses of Luke 8, exploring the meaning behind Jesus preaching the glad tidings of the Kingdom of God. Gregg delves into the different stories and parables found in this chapter, examining the deeper truths within them. He also touches on the idea of Mary and Jesus' brothers, explaining that the term "brothers" refers to anyone who has access to Jesus as a family member, regardless of biological relation. Overall, Gregg's discussion provides a thoughtful and insightful exploration of Luke 8.
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Luke 9:1 - 9:48
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In this talk, Steve Gregg delves into Luke 9:1-48 and draws comparisons to the parallel text in Matthew. He highlights the instructions that Jesus gav
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Luke 9:49 - 10:20
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In Luke 9:49-10:20, Steve Gregg discusses the events and teachings that took place in Galilee and Perea. He mentions the power of invoking Jesus' name
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Luke 7
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In this talk, Steve Gregg unpacks Luke chapter 7, highlighting the unusual faith of the Gentile centurion and the pitiful case of the widow's son. He
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