Week of January 26 through February 1

Luke 5:1-11

SUMMARY:

Jesus teaches a large crowd by the lake. After he finishes speaking to the crowd, Jesus instructs a fisherman—Simon Peter—to drop his nets into the water. The nets are filled with fish, causing Simon Peter to recognize that Jesus is the Lord. Jesus tells Simon Peter, James, and John that it is time for them to put down their fishing nets. From now on, their job will be to catch people.

THE POINT:

The fishermen see and hear Jesus as Lord and follow him as disciples.

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Week of January 19 through 25

Luke 4:14-22

SUMMARY:

Jesus began teaching in the synagogue of his hometown, Nazareth. He reads from the prophet Isaiah about how God cares for those who are oppressed and marginalized by society. Jesus tells those gathered that he is the fulfillment of the Scripture. The Nazarenes are upset by Jesus’ declaration and drive him out of town. Jesus walks through the angry crowd and continues on his way.

THE POINT:

Jesus brings good news for those in need.

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DESCRIPTION:

Week of December 22 through 28

Luke 1:26-45

SUMMARY:

The angel Gabriel visits Mary to let her know that she would have a baby and that she should name him Jesus. Gabriel also said that Mary’s relative Elizabeth was going to have a son even in her old age. When Mary visited Elizabeth, Elizabeth’s baby leaped for joy, and Elizabeth knew that Mary was carrying the Son of God.

THE POINT:

Jesus is the Messiah.

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