Luke 21
Skip Heitzig
Luke 21 (NKJV™) | |
1 | And He looked up and saw the rich putting their gifts into the treasury, |
2 | and He saw also a certain poor widow putting in two mites. |
3 | So He said, "Truly I say to you that this poor widow has put in more than all; |
4 | "for all these out of their abundance have put in offerings for God, but she out of her poverty put in all the livelihood that she had." |
5 | Then, as some spoke of the temple, how it was adorned with beautiful stones and donations, He said, |
6 | "These things which you see--the days will come in which not one stone shall be left upon another that shall not be thrown down." |
7 | So they asked Him, saying, "Teacher, but when will these things be? And what sign will there be when these things are about to take place?" |
8 | And He said: "Take heed that you not be deceived. For many will come in My name, saying, 'I am He,' and, 'The time has drawn near.' Therefore do not go after them. |
9 | "But when you hear of wars and commotions, do not be terrified; for these things must come to pass first, but the end will not come immediately." |
10 | Then He said to them, "Nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom. |
11 | "And there will be great earthquakes in various places, and famines and pestilences; and there will be fearful sights and great signs from heaven. |
12 | "But before all these things, they will lay their hands on you and persecute you, delivering you up to the synagogues and prisons. You will be brought before kings and rulers for My name's sake. |
13 | "But it will turn out for you as an occasion for testimony. |
14 | "Therefore settle it in your hearts not to meditate beforehand on what you will answer; |
15 | "for I will give you a mouth and wisdom which all your adversaries will not be able to contradict or resist. |
16 | "You will be betrayed even by parents and brothers, relatives and friends; and they will put some of you to death. |
17 | "And you will be hated by all for My name's sake. |
18 | "But not a hair of your head shall be lost. |
19 | "By your patience possess your souls. |
20 | "But when you see Jerusalem surrounded by armies, then know that its desolation is near. |
21 | "Then let those who are in Judea flee to the mountains, let those who are in the midst of her depart, and let not those who are in the country enter her. |
22 | "For these are the days of vengeance, that all things which are written may be fulfilled. |
23 | "But woe to those who are pregnant and to those who are nursing babies in those days! For there will be great distress in the land and wrath upon this people. |
24 | "And they will fall by the edge of the sword, and be led away captive into all nations. And Jerusalem will be trampled by Gentiles until the times of the Gentiles are fulfilled. |
25 | "And there will be signs in the sun, in the moon, and in the stars; and on the earth distress of nations, with perplexity, the sea and the waves roaring; |
26 | "men's hearts failing them from fear and the expectation of those things which are coming on the earth, for the powers of heaven will be shaken. |
27 | "Then they will see the Son of Man coming in a cloud with power and great glory. |
28 | "Now when these things begin to happen, look up and lift up your heads, because your redemption draws near." |
29 | Then He spoke to them a parable: "Look at the fig tree, and all the trees. |
30 | "When they are already budding, you see and know for yourselves that summer is now near. |
31 | "So you also, when you see these things happening, know that the kingdom of God is near. |
32 | "Assuredly, I say to you, this generation will by no means pass away till all things take place. |
33 | "Heaven and earth will pass away, but My words will by no means pass away. |
34 | "But take heed to yourselves, lest your hearts be weighed down with carousing, drunkenness, and cares of this life, and that Day come on you unexpectedly. |
35 | "For it will come as a snare on all those who dwell on the face of the whole earth. |
36 | "Watch therefore, and pray always that you may be counted worthy to escape all these things that will come to pass, and to stand before the Son of Man." |
37 | And in the daytime He was teaching in the temple, but at night He went out and stayed on the mountain called Olivet. |
38 | Then early in the morning all the people came to Him in the temple to hear Him. |
New King James Version®, Copyright © 1982, Thomas Nelson, Inc. All rights reserved.
As Jesus continued to teach in the temple just days before His death, He noted the generosity of a poor widow and then launched into the Olivet Discourse, in which He gave an overview of what the end times will look like. This chapter of Luke is extremely relevant for believers today as we watch and wait for Jesus to come back and establish His kingdom on earth.
As a physician, Luke focused on the humanity of Jesus and presented Him as the Son of Man. In our study of this gospel, Pastor Skip Heitzig takes us through Luke's methodical account of Jesus' life, death,and resurrection so that we may "know the certainty of those things in which [we] were instructed" (Luke 1:4).
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Figures referenced: Flavius Josephus
Greek/Hebrew words: shofarot, lepta, bios, harpazó, genea
Cross references: 2 Samuel 24:18-25; Jeremiah 30:7; Daniel 9; 12:1; Zechariah 13:8-9; 14:4; Matthew 6:1-4; 24; Mark 13; Luke 19:11; 21; John 2:4; 17:1; Acts 3:1-10; Romans 5:3-5; 2 Corinthians 9:7; 1 Thessalonians 4:17; 2 Timothy 4:3; James 1:4; 1 John 2:18; Revelation 6:4; 12:6; 20
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6/25/2014 completed
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Luke 1:1-25 Luke 1:1-25 Skip Heitzig |
Info Message Summary Luke gave a methodical account of Jesus' life, death, and resurrection that painted just one perspective of the full portrait of Christ. In this study, we recount the 400 years between the Old and New Testaments and see how God closed the Old Testament with both a promise and a curse. In a natural segue, Luke picked up on that promise with the story of Zacharias and Elizabeth, and we see how God turned the curse into grace when Jesus entered the picture. |
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7/9/2014 completed
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Luke 1:26-80 Luke 1:26-80 Skip Heitzig |
Info Message Summary Two thousand years ago, an angel announced to the young virgin Mary that she would give birth to the Son of God. Her response of faith and song of praise demonstrated a deep love for the Lord. As we close out the first chapter of Luke, we are also introduced to the man who would announce Jesus the Messiah, and we are exhorted to reevaluate our own concept of greatness in light of God's view. |
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7/16/2014 completed
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Luke 2 Luke 2 Skip Heitzig |
Info Message Summary As we study the birth of Jesus in Luke 2, we learn about the events surrounding this special occasion, including the days leading up to Jesus' birth, Joseph and Mary's journey to Bethlehem, the angel's proclamation to the shepherds, and blessings from two people present at Jesus' dedication in the temple. Through these events recorded in Luke's gospel, we are reminded about God's sovereignty, Jesus' humility, and our salvation. |
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7/30/2014 completed
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Luke 3 Luke 3 Skip Heitzig |
Info Message Summary In Luke 3, we are introduced to John, the forerunner of Jesus. Although John seemed to be an unusual man and shocked many people by what he said and did, his dedication to follow the Lord is what made his life count. Jesus even said that there hasn't been anyone greater than John. As we get a glimpse into his life and character, we are directed to the message he wished to proclaim: Jesus Christ the Messiah. |
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8/6/2014 completed
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The Genealogy of Jesus Christ Luke 3:23-38 Skip Heitzig |
Info Message Summary When studying the Scriptures, genealogies can often be overlooked, mistakenly seen as an unimportant list of names. But as we consider the genealogy of Christ found in Luke 3, we find that the lineage of Mary, Jesus' mother, shows us four important things about Christ and solves one of the biggest problems of the Old Testament. |
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8/13/2014 completed
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Luke 4:1-29 Luke 4:1-29 Skip Heitzig |
Info Message Summary After Jesus was baptized in the Jordan River and filled with the Holy Spirit, He was led into the wilderness, where He experienced a season of oppression and conflict. In this study, we see the tempting offers the Devil extended to Jesus and how Jesus handled them, and we learn how to overcome our own temptations. |
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9/3/2014 completed
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Luke 4:16-5:26 Luke 4:16-5:26 Skip Heitzig |
Info Message Summary As we wrap up Luke 4 and begin our study in Luke 5, we continue to explore the public ministry of Jesus, examining aspects of His character as the promised Messiah, our compassionate healer, our great teacher, and the Son of Man who forgives sins. In this passage of Scripture, we learn what it means to serve the Lord and follow Him with uncompromised obedience. |
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9/10/2014 completed
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Luke 5:27-6:19 Luke 5:27-6:19 Skip Heitzig |
Info Message Summary God uses a variety of people to build His kingdom; in fact, the men Jesus chose as His disciples might even go on a list of "Most Unlikely to Succeed." In this study, we see how Jesus' interactions with His disciples, the Pharisees, and the multitudes were infused with a deep compassion. We are also reminded that God chooses to use the foolish things of the world, and we can take comfort knowing that He sees us for who we will become. |
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9/17/2014 completed
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Luke 6:17-7:23 Luke 6:17-7:23 Skip Heitzig |
Info Message Summary Jesus' public ministry of preaching to the multitudes and performing miracles went against the flow of the world—especially since He reached out to the downtrodden with love and grace. As we continue our study through Luke 6-7, we examine a different take on the Beatitudes, observe an extraordinary encounter with a Roman centurion that even left Jesus amazed, and learn what it means to live with Jesus as our Lord. |
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9/24/2014 completed
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Luke 7:19-8:3 Luke 7:19-8:3 Skip Heitzig |
Info Message Summary As we finish our study of Luke 7, John the Baptist comes back into the picture, this time imprisoned and doubting who Jesus is. But Jesus comforted John through the message He sent, and we consider why Jesus called this final Old Testament prophet great. Then, in a passage of Scripture found only in Luke's gospel, we observe the great mercy Jesus extended to the outcasts of society He often spent time with—in this case, women. |
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10/1/2014 completed
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Luke 8:1-39 Luke 8:1-39 Skip Heitzig |
Info Message Summary Jesus displayed a great measure of compassion throughout His ministry on earth, whether He was performing miraculous works or revealing deep spiritual truths. In this study of Luke 8, we consider Jesus' power to save and heal us, and we learn from His actions and parables about what it means to grow spiritually and place our faith in Him. |
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10/8/2014 completed
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Luke 8:40-9:17 Luke 8:40-9:17 Skip Heitzig |
Info Message Summary The miracles Jesus performed show that He is sovereign, compassionate, and powerful. Throughout His ministry on earth, a number of people approached Him by faith to ask for healing. As we study Luke 8-9, we see how Jesus met these people where they were and how He challenged His own disciples to trust in God's provision. We are reminded that God cares deeply for us and that He will use us in big ways if we offer Him what we have. |
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10/29/2014 completed
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Luke 9:18-62 Luke 9:18-62 Skip Heitzig |
Info Message Summary Over the centuries, countless groups and individuals have made claims about the person of Jesus Christ, but that's not enough to know who He really is. Luke presents an accurate picture as he records both Jesus' claims about Himself and what those nearest said about Him. As we continue our study in Luke 9, we consider two different ways to approach life, how to navigate mountaintop and valley experiences, and how worship and evangelism should naturally weave together in our lives. |
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11/5/2014 completed
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Luke 10 Luke 10 Skip Heitzig |
Info Message Summary The service we give to the Lord is important, but it's equally important to sit before Him in adoration. In Luke 10, we read that Jesus sent out a group of His followers to share His message of peace, told the parable of the good Samaritan, and encountered sisters Mary and Martha. As we study these stories, we are reminded to keep our focus on Christ. |
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11/19/2014 completed
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Luke 11:1-28 Luke 11:1-28 Skip Heitzig |
Info Message Summary As the disciples listened to Jesus' teachings and watched Him perform miraculous works, they also saw His dynamic prayer life with God the Father. In this study of Luke 11, we learn that praising and pouting are difficult to do at the same time, see Jesus' great power as he encountered an unclean spirit, and break down the prayer that He gave to the disciples. |
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1/7/2015 completed
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Luke 11:29-12:21 Luke 11:29-12:21 Skip Heitzig |
Info Message Summary As the antagonism toward Jesus began to grow, the focus of Luke's gospel transitions from the works of Jesus to the words of Jesus. In this study, we see that the Pharisees were unwilling to accept Jesus, focusing only on outward acts. We are cautioned to watch out for hypocrisy in our lives and focus on our relationship with God rather than material satisfaction. |
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1/14/2015 completed
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Luke 12:22-13:9 Luke 12:22-13:9 Skip Heitzig |
Info Message Summary As Jesus began His private ministry to His disciples, He explained what the attitude of His followers should be. In this study, we are reminded that we can rest in God's care because of our new relationship with Him, even when we're tempted to worry. We are also challenged to let our faith become action by living differently than the world and working to bring others into God's kingdom while we still can. |
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1/28/2015 completed
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Luke 13:10-14:24 Luke 13:10-14:24 Skip Heitzig |
Info Message Summary Jesus often searched out those who were overlooked by society. He wanted to heal them and love them so He could showcase His work in them to the world. Unfortunately, His acts of love weren't always accepted. In this study, we see the response of His religious adversaries who strictly adhered to the Law of the Old Testament. We also learn that tradition can cause us to miss the most important thing: a relationship with the Lord. |
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2/4/2015 completed
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Luke 14:15-15:32 Luke 14:15-15:32 Skip Heitzig |
Info Message Summary Jesus was a master storyteller, and He shared stories that shed light on some important truths. In this study, we examine five different parables of Jesus about things that had been lost. We learn what our highest priority should be, what it really means to be a disciple, and what the Lord is all about—rescuing those who were once lost and redeeming them for His glory. |
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2/11/2015 completed
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Luke 16:1-18 Luke 16:1-18 Skip Heitzig |
Info Message Summary After Jesus addressed several religious leaders in Luke 15, He turned His attention to the disciples to teach about stewardship. Jesus essentially asked them what they were investing their lives in—the temporal or the eternal? In this study, we learn that we must answer this same question and that our response will reveal who we truly serve. |
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2/18/2015 completed
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Luke 16:19-17:37 Luke 16:19-17:37 Skip Heitzig |
Info Message Summary As Jesus continued to talk to His disciples and the nearby Pharisees, He told them stories about the kingdom of heaven and warned those listening about their eternal fate. He also shared four basic things expected of those who follow Him. In this message, we're challenged to forgive freely, serve faithfully, live thankfully, and be prepared for Jesus' second coming. |
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3/11/2015 completed
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Luke 18 Luke 18 Skip Heitzig |
Info Message Summary In Luke 18, Jesus continued to share parables with those He encountered, explaining that humility and persistence in prayer are pleasing to the Lord. We also see Him tenderly bless children and call out a rich young ruler's obsession with wealth before we wrap up the chapter by looking at the faith of a blind man Jesus healed. |
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3/25/2015 completed
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Luke 19 Luke 19 Skip Heitzig |
Info Message Summary In Luke 19, Jesus Christ entered Jerusalem as the Messiah and the Passover Lamb, beginning the grand finale of His life: death on the cross. As we look at the story of Zacchaeus, we learn that all of us are short in stature, spiritually speaking. We're also challenged to faithfully serve the Lord, and we study one of the Bible's most intricate prophecies about the end times. |
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4/1/2015 completed
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Luke 20 Luke 20 Skip Heitzig |
Info Message Summary Luke 20 is all about confrontation: in the middle of the crowded temple court, Jesus addressed the Pharisees and Sadducees' pointed questions with sharp wisdom and divine discernment. Mere days before His crucifixion, we also see Jesus expose the sin of His chosen people and discuss the topics of baptism, taxes, and the resurrection of the dead. |
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4/15/2015 completed
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Luke 22:1-46 Luke 22:1-46 Skip Heitzig |
Info Message Summary In Luke 22, Jesus and His disciples celebrated the Passover, which was—and is—of monumental importance to the Jewish nation. As we get into the details of the Passover meal itself, we examine how Jesus' sacrificial death on the cross would soon transform the meal's meaning, and we are reminded of the coming kingdom and Jesus' love for all people. |
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4/22/2015 completed
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Luke 22:39-23:1 Luke 22:39-23:1 Skip Heitzig |
Info Message Summary Human life—including human failure—began in the garden of Eden, but new life began in the garden of Gethsemane. In the second half of Luke 22, we see how Jesus fought the battle for our eternal fate, and we learn about Judas' betrayal and Peter's denial, both of which demonstrate God's sovereignty and control. |
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4/29/2015 completed
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Luke 23 Luke 23 Skip Heitzig |
Info Message Summary Luke 23 details the sentencing, beating, crucifixion, and death of Jesus Christ, the Anointed One. In our study of this chapter, we explore the significance of where Jesus was crucified and ponder the great truth that the cross had to come before the empty tomb. |
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5/6/2015 completed
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Luke 24 Luke 24 Skip Heitzig |
Info Message Summary As we wrap up our study in the book of Luke, we zero in on the event that sets Christianity apart from every other religion: the resurrection of Jesus Christ. In this message, we dive into the details surrounding the resurrection, including the women's visit to the tomb, the disciples' conversation on the road to Emmaus, and Jesus' ascension. |
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