Sermons on Luke
Mary: The Lord’s Servant
Christmas is not primarily about how we find God—it’s about how God finds us. In this Advent message by Preaching Minister Gordon Dabbs, Ph.D., we step into the story of Mary, a young woman from an unremarkable town who became part of the greatest story ever told. Through humor, Scripture, and thoughtful reflection, this sermon explores how God works through ordinary lives, unlikely circumstances, and simple obedience. Mary didn’t have impressive credentials—but she had a willing heart. And when she…
Anna – No Expiration Date on Faith
What do you do when waiting becomes a way of life? In this Advent message from Preaching Minister Gordon Dabbs, Ph.D., we meet Anna—an elderly widow whose quiet, faithful devotion placed her at the exact moment God revealed the Messiah. After decades of waiting, praying, and worshiping, Anna shows us that faith doesn’t retire, hope doesn’t expire, and God is still at work in the hidden seasons of life. This sermon explores: If you’ve ever felt overlooked, worn down by…
The Christmas Story
The Christmas story is more than a tale of a baby in a manger — it’s the unfolding of God’s incredible love for humanity and His plan to restore the world. In this special series from Preaching Minister Gordon Dabbs, Ph.D., we’ll reflect on the hope, peace, joy, and love revealed in the birth of Jesus. Join us as we celebrate the true reason for Christmas and the life-changing message of God’s greatest gift to the world.
Ready and Waiting
We enjoy all kinds of things in life without fully understanding them — a gourmet meal, a symphony, a 200-ton airplane somehow staying in the sky. And honestly? The Second Coming of Jesus works a lot like that. We don’t have every detail, every timeline, or every chart… but we do have the promises that matter. In this message from Luke 12:35–38, Gordon Dabbs explores why Christians can live with confidence, joy, and anticipation even when end-times debates get confusing.…
True Wealth
Money. Worry. Greed. Family fights over inheritance. Sound familiar? Jesus told a story 2,000 years ago that still lands like a punch in the gut today. In this message, Gordon Dabbs unpacks the Parable of the Rich Fool and shows why our value isn’t tied to our valuables—and why barns and bank accounts can’t buy eternal life. Instead of chasing temporary treasure, Jesus calls us to be rich toward God. 📖 Scripture: Luke 12:13–21, Hebrews 4:12, 1 Timothy 6:17–19 About…
Have Mercy
Two men walk into the temple to pray—one a religious superstar, the other a despised tax collector. Only one leaves right with God. In this message, Preaching Minister Gordon Dabbs, Ph.D., unpacks Jesus’ parable of the Pharisee and the tax collector, showing us why grace always flows downhill—toward the humble, the broken, and the desperate. If you’ve ever felt unqualified, underqualified, or too much of a mess for God, this sermon is for you. Because the good news of the…
God’s Big Heart
Ever felt too far gone for God’s love—or maybe too “good” to need it? In one of Jesus’ most famous parables, the Prodigal Son, we discover that both the wild rebel and the rule-following brother are lost in their own ways. But the Father’s heart? Bigger than both. In this message, Preaching Minister Gordon Dabbs, Ph.D., unpacks Luke 15 with humor, honesty, and hope. You’ll see how God’s grace outruns guilt, why rebellion wears different clothes, and how every believer…