Show Notes
The Woman Podcast is excited to launch a new teaching series through the Gospel of Luke. Our friends, Rebecca Shatswell and Heather Hoyt will be leading us through scripture and helping us better understand how to read God's word on our own.
This week's teaching covers chapter eight of the Gospel of Luke. To dig deeper into this study, you can use these discussion questions:
- Read the “Parable of the sower” at the beginning of chapter 8. What does this passage mean to you?
- Jesus calms the storm and then asks the disciples “where is your faith?” What about this story stands out to you? How does it encourage you?
- When Jesus heals the ill woman and the little girl in chapter 8, which character do you most identify with & why?
- In chapter 9, Jesus feeds the five thousand and heals a demon possessed boy. Can you think of a time in your life when it seemed like all hope was lost, but Jesus came through? Celebrate these victories!
On Your Own:
In chapter 8, Jesus tells the young girl, “my child, get up!”. Author Tim Keller says this invitation could be translated to something like “honey, it’s time to wake up.” Imagine being a small child again and your mom or dad waking you up in this way. Notice how gentle and calm Jesus is in this story. The waiting is over, and Jesus has answered the prayers of the family. In this passage, we see a Jesus who is not rushed or flustered. He is patient with the ill woman, the family of the girl, and He’s in control. As you reflect, think on what in your life needs to be awakened. What are you waiting on & asking for? Remember, God will not be rushed, and He is always on time. Praise Him today for His sovereignty!
In preparation for next week, read chapters ten and eleven of the Gospel of Luke!