Reading for the week of March 23: Luke 12
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Consider reading the chapter in several translations and choosing a few verses to memorize. This week I chose:
Luke 12:8-9 NRSV
Jesus said, “Everyone who acknowledges me before others, the Son of Man also will acknowledge before the angels of God; 9 but whoever denies me before others will be denied before the angels of God.”

Luke 12:15 NRSV
Jesus said to them, “Take care! Be on your guard against all kinds of greed; for one’s life does not consist in the abundance of possessions.”

Luke 12:32-34 NRSV
Jesus said, “Do not be afraid, little flock, for it is your Father’s good pleasure to give you the kingdom. Sell your possessions, and give alms. Make purses for yourselves that do not wear out, an unfailing treasure in heaven, where no thief comes near and no moth destroys. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.”

Luke 12:35-36 NRSV
Jesus said, “Be dressed for action and have your lamps lit; be like those who are waiting for their master to return from the wedding banquet, so that they may open the door for him as soon as he comes and knocks.”

Main events of this chapter (with links to previous posts):
Warnings
Luke 12:1-7 (Matthew 10:26-33)

Acknowledging Jesus Before Others
Luke 12:8-12

Parable of the Rich Fool
Luke 12:13-21

Do Not Worry
Luke 12:22-34 (Matthew 6:25-33)
Quotes and Prayer: Worrying, Believing, Trusting
Worship Resource: Trusting God’s Provision
Quotes: Treasure in Heaven
Worship Resource: Lord of My Heart

Watch and be Ready
Luke 12:35-48 (Mathew 24:43-51; 25:1-13; Mark 13:33-37)
Quotes: Keep Awake

Division, Not Peace
Luke 12:49-53 (Matthew 10:34-36)
Quotes: What is Peace?

Good Judgment and Reconciliation
Luke 12:54-59