Luke 13 on 9/28 | NT260 — Reading & Growing in Christ

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Luke 13 begins with Jesus’ urgent call to repentance, reminding His hearers that all people must turn from sin or face judgment. Through the parable of the barren fig tree, He shows God’s patience but also warns that unfruitfulness cannot continue forever (vv. 1–9). Jesus then heals a crippled woman on the Sabbath, exposing the hypocrisy of the religious leaders and revealing His heart for mercy and freedom (vv. 10–17). He compares the Kingdom of God to a mustard seed and leaven—both small in appearance but mighty in impact—showing how His reign will spread and transform the world (vv. 18–21).

As He journeys toward Jerusalem, Jesus teaches that entering His Kingdom is like passing through a narrow door—not everyone will enter, and many who assumed they belonged will find themselves outside (vv. 22–30). His lament over Jerusalem captures His compassion for God’s people who have repeatedly rejected His messengers, yet He continues to extend mercy and longs for them to turn to Him (vv. 31–35).

🌀 Reflection:
Am I living with urgency, bearing fruit in keeping with repentance, or am I presuming upon God’s patience?

💬 Mission Challenge:
Share Jesus’ call to repentance and hope with someone in your life who may be delaying faith in Him. Encourage them with the good news that today is still the day of salvation.