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The Gospel of Luke: Week 7 Mar 11, 2021

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The Woman Podcast is excited to launch a new teaching series through the Gospel of Luke. Our friends, Rebecca Shatswell and Heather Hoyt will be leading us through scripture and helping us better understand how to read God's word on our own.

This week's teaching covers chapter nine of the Gospel of Luke. To dig deeper into this study, you can use these discussion questions:

In chapter 10 when the groups go into the towns, Jesus gives specific instructions if the people do not welcome them (10:10-12). There will always be people we encounter who will not welcome the truth of Jesus or His Gospel message. What is the hardest part about sharing truth in the world today? How does Jesus encourage you?
Review the story of The Good Samaritan. In your everyday life, are there people who you have a hard time showing mercy to? If so, why? What can you take away from the mercy that the Good Samaritan showed?
What does Jesus tell Martha at the end of chapter 10 verse 41? When you self reflect, is there something in your life you’ve made greater than it needs to be? Discuss.
Jesus reminds us how to pray in chapter 11. What line of the prayer resonates with you the most & why? Practice saying this prayer together as you close discussion.

On your own:

“So I say to you: Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you. For everyone who asks receives; the one who seeks finds; and to the one who knocks, the door will be opened.”

‭‭-Luke‬ ‭11:9-10‬ ‭NIV‬‬

During prayer & fasting week, Heather reminded us that Jesus is talking about persistence in verse 9. We should be persistent in our asking and pleas to the Lord. It doesn’t mean we will have our requests answered instantly, but that instead God wants His children to ask and seek Him. If you’ve lost hope in a prayer or in a difficult situation recently, approach the Lord again with confidence, (Hebrews 4:16) knowing that He loves when you come to Him.

Bonus challenge this week: Every day this week, start and end each day by reciting the Lord’s prayer out loud.

The Gospel of Luke: Week 6 Mar 04, 2021

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This week's teaching covers chapter eight of the Gospel of Luke. To dig deeper into this study, you can use these discussion questions:

Read the “Parable of the sower” at the beginning of chapter 8. What does this passage mean to you?
Jesus calms the storm and then asks the disciples “where is your faith?” What about this story stands out to you? How does it encourage you?
When Jesus heals the ill woman and the little girl in chapter 8, which character do you most identify with & why?
In chapter 9, Jesus feeds the five thousand and heals a demon possessed boy. Can you think of a time in your life when it seemed like all hope was lost, but Jesus came through? Celebrate these victories!

On Your Own:

In chapter 8, Jesus tells the young girl, “my child, get up!”. Author Tim Keller says this invitation could be translated to something like “honey, it’s time to wake up.” Imagine being a small child again and your mom or dad waking you up in this way. Notice how gentle and calm Jesus is in this story. The waiting is over, and Jesus has answered the prayers of the family. In this passage, we see a Jesus who is not rushed or flustered. He is patient with the ill woman, the family of the girl, and He’s in control. As you reflect, think on what in your life needs to be awakened. What are you waiting on & asking for? Remember, God will not be rushed, and He is always on time. Praise Him today for His sovereignty!

In preparation for next week, read chapters ten and eleven of the Gospel of Luke!

The Gospel of Luke: Week 5 Feb 26, 2021

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This week covers chapter five of the Gospel of Luke. To dig deeper into this study, you can use these discussion questions:

Jesus heals a paralyzed man and a man with leprosy, but He also forgave their sins. Why does He do both? What are the significance of these interactions.
As Jesus traveled from place to place, news of his ministry spread when He healed people. What does this tell us about the purpose of miracles?
Why did Jesus heal on the Sabbath? Why did it infuriate the pharisees?
Read the story of the sinful woman in Luke 7:36-50. What was most precious to Jesus in this interaction? Why is our faith so pleasing to God? What are you lacking faith for?

On Your Own: Read this passage in Luke 5:13-14. Is there a prayer or request you’ve stopped asking God for? God loves when we approach Him and ask for our needs—and He loves to give good gifts to His children. Believe that God is willing, and ask out of a spirit of humility, not entitlement—knowing that He loves you and cares for you. He is a faithful Father and can be trusted with our lives and every other care in the world.

In preparation for next week, read chapters eight and nine of the Gospel of Luke!

The Gospel of Luke: Week 4 Feb 19, 2021

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This week covers chapter four of the Gospel of Luke. To dig deeper into this study, you can use these discussion questions:

Think back on the temptation story of Jesus. What did Satan use to tempt him? How did Jesus combat his tactics?
We know that Jesus was rejected at Nazareth (his hometown). Why do you think
that was?
Who in your life has a hard time receiving the message of Jesus? Pray for them and write ways you can better minister to them personally.

In preparation for next week, read chapters five and six of the Gospel of Luke!

The Gospel of Luke: Week 3 Feb 11, 2021

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This week covers chapter three of the Gospel of Luke. To dig deeper into this study, you can use these discussion questions:

What was John the Baptist’s main message? (Luke 3:3)
Read Isaiah 40:3-5. Why was this message important in this context?
Who all was present at Jesus’s Baptism? (clue: Three in 1)

In preparation for next week, read chapter four of the Gospel of Luke!

The Gospel of Luke: Week 2 Feb 04, 2021

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This week covers chapter one of the Gospel of Luke. To dig deeper into this study, you can use these discussion questions:

1. Who were Zechariah & Elizabeth & why were they significant?
2. What did the angel Gabriel tell Zechariah?
3. How did Zechariah respond?
4. What stands out to you most about Mary’s response to the angel?
5. How does it encourage you & why?
6. Jump ahead and read Luke 22:41-42, then read Luke 1:38. Note the similarities & significance of their responses. How does this challenge you when it comes to trusting God?
7. There were 400 years of silence from the Book of Malachi in the Old Testament, to Jesus’ arrival in Bethlehem in the New Testament. God is always working even if we can’t see it or feel it, and sometimes there’s no clear explanation for why God makes us wait. Write down something you are waiting on the Lord for & talk to Him about it.

To prepare for next week, read chapters 3 & 4 of the Gospel of Luke.

The Gospel of Luke: Week 1 Jan 28, 2021

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This week covers chapter one of the Gospel of Luke. To dig deeper into this study, you can use these discussion questions:

To prepare for next week, read chapters 3 & 4 of the Gospel of Luke.

Heather's Favorite Things: Christmas Edition Nov 30, 2020

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Just in time for Christmas, our friend Heather Hoyt shares her favorite Christmas decor trends, family traditions, AND a few sneak peeks of NLC Christmas Decor for 2020. Whether your style is glamorous or rustic or somewhere in between, Heather has some fun suggestions that apply across any design style and any budget. Heather Hoyt is a worship leader, pastor and teacher at New Life Church. To stay connected with Heather, follow her on instagram at @heatherrosehoyt

A Short Devo: Praying With a Sincere Heart Nov 23, 2020

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This episode is a short 5 minute devotional about how to pray with a sincere heart. To find more devotionals like this one, visit https://www.lgresources.newlifechurch.tv/loc

Real Talk: Grief & The Holidays Nov 16, 2020

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In this episode, we talk with three women who have each experienced loss and grief in a unique way. They each share their personal story and one of the main things they've learned while figuring out how to deal with grief. Grieving is the process God uses to bring us to a place of wholeness. So if you need wholeness and healing, I believe these stories are going to be encouraging to you. And if you have a close friend or family member who is walking through grief, maybe this will help you know how to encourage them as well! Resources mentioned in this episode: * A Grief Observed, by C.S. Lewis: https://amzn.to/3pugPnL * Heaven, by Randy Alcorn: https://amzn.to/3pugPnL

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