Luke 9:51 – Jesus' Tunnel Vision to the Cross | Marching on Mission Part 1

Welcome to the FCC Brazil podcast! Join us for the launch of our Easter sermon series "March on Mission" with new Senior Minister Dan Stribling preaching his first message since Chris Gregg's retirement. In this powerful sermon on Luke 9:51 ("When the days drew near for him to be taken up, he set his face to go to Jerusalem"), Dan explores Jesus' laser-focused resolve, tunnel vision on mission, facing rejection without retaliation, and refocusing in love to guide people home. Discover how Christ's example empowers us to stay on target amid opposition—perfect for Easter preparation! Dan shares relatable stories (like his guitar journey) and practical lessons: eyes on the prize, stay the course, love over retaliation, and doing all in love (1 Corinthians 16:14). This is the start of Jesus' final lap to the cross—don't miss how it applies to our mission today. Key Moments: 00:00:35 – Welcome & Personal Story (Guitar Illustration Begins) 00:01:41 – Have You Ever Wanted Something So Bad? (Tunnel Vision Intro) 00:02:05 – Tunnel Vision Explained + Audience Interaction 00:03:38 – Introducing the "March on Mission" Easter Series 00:04:52 – Picking Up the Story: Jesus Heads to Jerusalem 00:05:58 – Reading Luke 9:51–56 (Core Scripture Passage) 00:07:07 – Christ's Resolute Determination ("Set His Face") 00:08:31 – The Start of the Final Lap + Isaiah 50 Reference 00:10:42 – Luke Illustrates Unwavering Resolve 00:11:30 – Facing Rejection in Samaria (Opposition Begins) 00:13:11 – Historical Context: Jews & Samaritans (John 4 Insight) 00:15:50 – Rejection Comes with the Mission (John 15 Quote) 00:17:54 – We Are "Little Christs" – Expect Opposition 00:18:25 – Disciples' Reaction: Call Fire from Heaven? 00:19:53 – Sons of Thunder + Elijah Allusion 00:20:31 – Do You Ever Feel Like Calling Fire? (Modern Examples) 00:22:34 – Jesus' Response: Rebuke & Refocus (Luke 9:55–56) 00:23:13 – Not Condemnation, but Salvation (John 3:17) 00:24:07 – Jesus Moves On – No Retaliation 00:25:30 – Application: Respond in Love, Refocus on Mission 00:26:44 – Key Takeaways: Eyes on the Prize + No Retaliation 00:27:41 – Quote: Good News with an Open Heart 00:28:03 – Final Verse: 1 Corinthians 16:14 00:28:14 – Closing Prayer & Amen Subscribe for more from FCC Brazil—your home for guiding people home! New sermons weekly. Like, comment your biggest takeaway, and share with someone needing mission focus this Easter. Connect with us: Website: fccbrazil.org All socials: @fccbrazil Contact: [email protected] #Luke951 #EasterSeries #MarchOnMission #DanStribling #FCCBrazil #SetHisFace #JesusResolve #ChristianMission #Easter2026