Sunday Message Recap

Sunday morning I shared a talk from Luke chapter 14 in which we see Jesus making several points to his followers and observers as he attended a party at the home of a prominent religious leader (Pharisee). Here are a few:

1. People are more important than religious traditions of man.  Any day of any week is a good day to help someone.  Religious duty or tradition should never stand in the way of bringing good news, healing, and freedom.
2. When you are invited to a party, intentionally take a lower position.  Let the host honor you with a higher position.  Don't assume you are a big deal.  Let others (and especially God) determine your position in the pecking order.
3. When you throw a party invite those who can't return the favor. This is one way of storing up treasure heaven (doing something that really counts).
4. In the parable of the great banquet: don't miss the kingdom of God under nose while you are looking forward to it.  It is here. The poor, the lame, the blind, and crippled are now filling the party hall.  Don't let the things of this world distract you from experience his grace and mercy today.  Open your eyes and ears. The Messiah has come. Love has come. You are invited.

Which of these 4 teachings are the most challenging to you? Which do you struggle with the most?