10.20.2024 Sunday Sermon Luke

Love my neighbor....which is who?
Luke 10:25-37
Parables of Jesus
Explore the profound lessons from the parable of the Good Samaritan in Luke 10:30-37. This timeless story challenges us to redefine what it means to be a neighbor and extend our compassion beyond our immediate circles. A lawyer's question about eternal life leads Jesus to tell a story about a man attacked by robbers and ignored by a priest and a Levite. However, a Samaritan, considered an enemy, stops to help, demonstrating true neighborly love. This parable highlights the limitations of a morality based solely on law adherence and emphasizes the importance of mercy and compassion. Discover how this story calls us to a higher standard of love and challenges us to show genuine compassion to those around us. Keywords: Good Samaritan, Luke 10:30-37, neighbor, compassion, mercy, Jesus, parable, love, eternal life, priest, Levite, Samaritan.