Tom Leonard - April 14, 2013
Sent to Preach the Good News
Sent to Preach the Good News Luke 4:38-44 Main Point:Jesus declares that He was sent primarily to preach the good news of the kingdom of God. We must repent and believe the good news! *When you believe in Jesus and receive Him into your life, you are then in the kingdom of God, and it is within you. ‘Kingdom of God’ = the rule/reign of God through Christ. Jesus is fulfilling His commission as the ‘Anointed One’ (Messiah) (verses 18-19) 1.Jesus heals and delivers many, confirming that He is the Messiah. (verses 39-41) His message = Repent – the kingdom of God is here (in the person of the Messiah). Mark 1:15 Luke 17:20-21 2.Jesus clarifies His mission: He is to preach the good news to others. (verse 42-44) He sets a pattern for us His followers – we are to share the good news with all those around us! II Corinthians 5:17-21
Scripture References: Luke 4:38-44, John 1:40-42, Mark 1:15, Luke 17:20-21, 2 Corinthians 5:17-21
