Mike Slay
As a mathematician, inventor, and ruling elder in the Presbyterian Church in America, Mike Slay brings an analytical, conversational, and even whimsical approach to the daily study of God's Word.
He Who is Least Among You All is the One Who is Great
The disciples want to argue about who is the greatest.
You Can't Handle the Truth!
The disciples will connect the dots later, when they're emotionally ready.
The Disciples' Faith is Still a Work in Progress
You can’t grow great faith without sticking your neck out.
Some Will Not Taste Death Until They see the Kingdom of God
This is about the kingdom, not the second coming.
Don't Make God Talk to a Mask.
The thing that kills prayers is pretending to be perfect.
Luke, Week 11: Teaching the Power of Faith
People are scared or even offended by Jesus’s power. He keeps who He is a secret, while doing things that, in retrospect, will make it obvious. This is all part of preparing his disciples for what’s coming. Some of the events are actually clever exercises for them.
Why Can't the Disciples Move From House to House?
Jesus gives them an advanced lesson.
Keeping the Messianic Secret is Essential
Jesus can't let anything get in the way of getting crucified.
Why Are People Scared of Jesus?
He casts out a demon and all the people of the surrounding country ask Him to leave.