Luke 5

LIVING THE MISSION OF JESUS

1.     Stand Firm in Temptation.

a.     Luke 4:1-13 

b.     Be filled with the Spirit before entering life’s battles.

c.     Fight lies with truth—memorize needed Scripture.

d.     John 4:34 

e.     Psalm 24:1 

f.      James 4:7 

g.     1 Peter 5:8-9 

h.     1 John 4:4 

i.      One of the single biggest lessons Jesus taught us: Jesus overcame temptation by relying on God’s Word and the Spirit’s power.

2.     Embrace the mission of Jesus.

a.     Luke 4:14–21

b.     Jesus came to bring good news, healing, freedom, and hope—and He calls us to join Him.

c.     Seek opportunities to serve the hurting.

d.     Live mission minded where God has placed you—workplace, neighborhood, family.

3.     Expect Rejection, Stay Faithful.

a.     Luke 4:22-30

b.     Don’t let rejection derail your obedience.

c.     Understand the Gospel can offend—it challenges pride and self-sufficiency.

d.     Keep speaking truth in love while facing them.

4.     Minister in the Authority of Jesus.

a.     Luke 4:31-37 

b.     Jesus has power over sin, sickness, and Satan—and He gives His followers authority in His name.

c.     Luke 4:38-40 

d.     Remember, ministry is about His power, not ours.

e.     Luke 4:41 

f.      Don’t shrink back from spiritual opposition—pray with boldness.

g.     Luke 4:42-44