The Gospel of Luke: Week 10

Discussion QuestionsWhat does Jesus say about those who cause others to stumble?According to chapter 17, how should we seek forgiveness from one another?How does Jesus illustrate the power of faith in Luke 17:5-6? Why the mustard seed? In chapter 18:14, what does this contrast of characters teach us about humility when we pray? Do you ever feel that you fall into this trap of pride when you’re around other believers? If so, why? In Luke 18:42-43, we see a beggar healed because of his faith in Jesus. What encourages you the most about this interaction with Jesus? On Your OwnIn the “Persistent widow” parable at the start of Chapter 18, Jesus asks, “how much more will our God meet the needs of His children who are persistent in prayer? He then closes with “...when the Son of Man comes, will He find faith on earth?”What a question...when Jesus returns, will He find faith among His people? Or will He find people who’ve put their faith and hope in themselves or idols. When you read this passage, fight the urge to feel shame for unbelief. If you’ve been in a dry season where you’ve lost hope or put faith in anything but God alone, repent, and then ask the Lord to renew your faith and assurance in Him. Like we read in chapter 17, even if your faith is the size of a mustard seed, God can work with that. Release the tendency to make it happen on your own, surrender all your cares to God because He cares for you!