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The Key to Knowledge
God’s law was never meant to be a checklist for perfection—it was meant to reveal our deep need for a Savior. It showed us that we could never earn our way to God on our own, and that only He could rescue us by paying the price for our sins.
But instead of leading people to that truth, the Pharisees added layers of rules—rules they themselves couldn’t keep. In doing so, they locked others out of understanding the very heart of God’s message: that salvation comes by faith, not by works.
To learn more, watch today’s video based on Luke 11:52.
Mulligans for You—But Not for Others
I used to golf occasionally—not very well, I admit. One thing I noticed was how often people would quietly take an extra shot… and then call it a mulligan. But here’s the thing: what was fine for them wasn’t always fine for others. It didn’t take long to see that some folks played by a double standard.
Jesus spoke directly to this kind of behavior when He said, “In the same way you judge others, you will be judged.” It’s a sobering reminder: we often want grace for ourselves and justice for everyone else.
To learn more, watch today’s video based on Luke 11:46.
Do What You Need to Do
The Apostle Paul once admitted, “I do not do the good I want to do, but the evil I do not want to do—this I keep on doing.” If we’re honest, many of us have felt the same frustration. We often focus so much on avoiding what we shouldn’t do that we forget to actively pursue what we should be doing.
In today’s passage, Jesus challenges the Pharisees for doing just that. They were meticulous in their rule-keeping but missed the heart of God’s command: justice and love. Their actions lacked compassion, and in doing so, they failed to live out true righteousness.
To learn more, watch today’s video based on Luke 11:42–46.
Clean Inside!
The Pharisees were deeply focused on outward appearances—looking religious and righteous on the outside. But they had overlooked what truly mattered. Beneath the surface, they were filled with greed and selfishness, showing little concern for the poor. God cares not just about our actions, but also our thoughts, our motives, and how we love our neighbors.
To learn more, watch today’s video based on Luke 11:37–41.
Don’t Hide the Light
My dogs love to hide under my bed—it seems to make them feel safe and secure. But the other day, I noticed something interesting. When I charge my headphones under the bed, the charger gives off a small glow that lights up their hiding place.
It made me think: light isn’t meant to be hidden. Its purpose is to shine and reveal what’s around it. In Luke 11:33–36, Jesus says a light should be placed on a stand so it can be seen. But too often, our light is dimmed by hidden darkness—by the way we view the world, or by our attitudes and actions that don’t reflect God’s truth.
To learn more, watch today’s video based on Luke 11:33–36.
Give Us a Sign
It may surprise you, but people often asked Jesus for a sign to prove He was the Messiah—even after He had raised the dead, healed the sick, and cast out demons! Instead of believing, the crowds kept demanding more.
In response, Jesus said the only sign they would receive was the sign of Jonah. But most didn’t understand what He meant. What was Jesus really talking about?
To learn more, watch today’s video based on Luke 11:29–32.