Sermons on San Lucas 4:17:

Evangelism Hero...for Guys

Contributed by Ricki Lee Brooks on Feb 14, 2012

A straight forward exhortation for men to engage the enemy by becoming evangelism heroes.

One thing I think we can agree on is this: every man would give treasure and fame for one moment in which he could rescue a damsel in distress while delivering a Chuck Norris round house kick to the dastardly villain. Sweeping the fair maiden up in one arm, he would first use his free hand to tuck ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:14-19

Luke And Compassionate Christ Series

Contributed by Bryan Fink on Feb 18, 2012

To remind people that Christ had a heart for those outside the religious ones.

[S] If someone asked you to tell them about the Jesus you know, what would you tell them? And would what you tell them resemble the Jesus revealed in the gospels or would Jesus resemble someone else? We’re in the third week of a series entitled “Jesus as They Knew Him.” A ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:16-30

Denomination: Methodist

The Person Of St Luke

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Oct 17, 2015

What can we glean from Luke the Evangelist and what can we apply in our lives. Luke was a Consummate Historian. He was also an evangelist to the Gentiles and his tow books reflect that. He was a Physician and a gentle and patient man

St Luke’s Day Bishop Albino Luciani, who later became Pope John Paul I, used to write fictional letters to people with whom he could never have come into contact as a way of instructing his flock. He wrote letters - among others to Mark Twain, St. Joan of Arc and St. Luke. (They have been ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:14-21

Denomination: Anglican

Return Of The Rabbi Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Aug 12, 2014

As we engage our message we have seen Jesus tempted by Satan, called Matthew as a disciple, & today we see Rabbi Jesus returning to His hometown of Nazareth.

Return of the Rabbi (Lenten Sermon; Luke 4.16-30) March 30, 2014 Chester’s FBC, Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction A As we engage our message we have seen Jesus tempted by Satan, called Matthew as a disciple, & today we see Rabbi Jesus returning to His hometown of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:16-30

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Can Heal Our Broken Hearts

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Aug 18, 2014

How does He do it? 1. By setting us free from our past. 2. By giving us a new perspective on life. 3. By His presence in our lives.

Jesus Can Heal Our Broken Hearts Luke 4:14-21 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - August 17, 2014 *One of the biggest news stories this past week was the tragic death of actor Robin Williams. Millions of Americans were stunned and saddened by his unexpected death. *Part of that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:14-21

Denomination: Baptist

This Is The Year Of Jubilee

Contributed by Trae Durden on Aug 29, 2014

A sermon explaining the Year of Jubilee, and how that concept relates to our Christian life.

Introduction: A. Homecoming is beautiful!! It’s a wonderful thing to be with family and friends, people who love us in spite of our failures! Consider two homecomings, (1) the homecoming of a slave after years of hard labor and service to a master who doesn’t love them or ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:16-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Anointed One Series

Contributed by Bob Hostetler on Jan 21, 2014

Jesus ushers in a new kingdom and, with it, a new purpose for His followers’ lives. A special sermon contribution from the SON OF GOD sermon packet for pastors, inspired by the SON OF GOD movie from Mark Burnett and distributed by 20th Century Fox.

We live in an age of rapid change. Our lives, our surroundings, our routines are constantly changing— sometimes so fast that we don’t even notice it; we can’t keep track; we can’t keep up. In the process, things that once were necessities to us become quaint, obsolete, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:16-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why People Can’t Handle Jesus

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Jan 28, 2014

Accepting Jesus means accepting what He really is and what He wants to do

My wife used to work at Wal-Mart. One of the stories of Wal-Mart lore that used to circulate around there concerned the day that Sam Walton, the owner of the whole enterprise, visited one of his stores. Even though he was wealthy, Walton was known for his simplicity. He drove an old red pickup ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:14-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Dynamic Duo (Evangelism And Deliverance)

Contributed by Mark H. Stevens Thd on Feb 19, 2014

LUKE 4:16-21 - Isaiah prophesied that Jesus earthly ministry would consist of PREACHING, HEALING, and DELIVERANCE.

Evangelism and Deliverance LUKE 4:16-21 - Isaiah prophesied that Jesus earthly ministry would consist of PREACHING, HEALING, and DELIVERANCE. LUKE 7:20-23 - Jesus ministered to Lepers, the blind, the crippled, and the poor. Peter described Jesus ministry as one that went about DOING good and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:16-21

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Is In Your Hand? (Part 7) Series

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on May 12, 2015

“What is in your hand” means whatever is in your care or control. “This question, 'What is in your hand?' is one of the most important question for growing Christians in their life. What you withhold and retain in your hand reveals what is in your heart.

Opening illustration: There was once a wise woman who lived by herself near a small village. Rumor had it that she could always accurately predict when the rains would come, or help heal a sick child with herbs, or calm angry neighbors and help them to resolve their fights and arguments. People ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:14-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Love God. Love Others (Part One)

Contributed by Michael Monica on May 28, 2015

God shares his heart with us.

Love God. Love Others. Luke 4:14-22 Then Jesus returned to Galilee, filled with the Holy Spirit’s power. Reports about him spread quickly through the whole region. He taught regularly in their synagogues and was praised by everyone.When he came to the village of Nazareth, his boyhood home, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:14-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Words And Their Meaning

Contributed by Craig Condon on Feb 26, 2015

The Word of God stands forever, because the Word gives us life. Jesus’ obedience to God created the foundation upon which God can build and enter the temple called our heart.

There’s a story about an elderly couple that was walking out of church one Sunday. The wife said to the husband, “Did you see the strange hat Mrs. O’Brien was wearing?” “No, I didn’t,” replied her husband. “Bill smith badly needs a haircut, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:14-21

Denomination: Anglican

The Poor Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on May 11, 2014

This message focuses on the mission of Jesus Christ: proclaiming the Good News for the Poor.

For the Poor Isaiah 61 How many of you have seen the Mission Impossible movies? Age check! How many of you remember the original TV series airing on Saturday nights. It ran from 1966 to 1973. There is one line which defined that series and it was, “Your mission, if you should choose to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:14-21

Denomination: Methodist

What Is The Anointing Series

Contributed by Ralph Juthman on May 30, 2014

Jesus was consciously aware of an enduement, an equipping, a supernatural endowment called the anointing.

ENCOUNTERING THE HOLY SPIRIT PART 2 WHAT DOES THIS MEAN? I AM ANOINTED BY THE HOLY SPIRIT TO CARRY ON THE MINISTRY OF JESUS IN MY WORLD Isaiah 61:1-3; LUKE 4:15-30 INTRODUCTION Little Johnny was home sick from Sunday School and church. It was Palm Sunday, and when his dad returned home from ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:15-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Mission Sunday: Gospel Good News To All

Contributed by Rev. Jijo Varghese on Oct 6, 2014

Why has God placed us on this earth? Are we responsible for what is happening around in this world? How can i help in fulfilling God's mission?

The Former Secretary of the United States and National Security Adviser Condoleezza Rice once told graduates of the Mississippi College School of Law in Jackson that they have a responsibility to be "optimistic" in their lives. "I first learned this lesson from hearing stories about my paternal ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:16-22

Denomination: Episcopal