Message Notes

2 | Luke 8

Salt & Light: "Building Our Faith"

Can you imagine life without salt and light? We sprinkle salt on food to add flavor and important nutrients, and we shine a light in the darkness to see and to better understand the dangers that lurk in the shadows. Through Jesus’ interactions with people, He modeled bringing flavor and light to the world, and He calls the Church to do the same! In this new fall series, we will look to key scriptures to learn to follow in Jesus’ way and be salt and light for those around us!  

Season 2 Episode 2 of Unschooled and Ordinary dives into Luke 8 to look at building our faith in Jesus!

Episode Resources:

"Salt & Light" Bible Reading Plan & Devos

"Salt & Light" Message Series

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Venture Church Original Podcasts

Venture Church Website

Scripture 

Primary Text: Luke 8:40-56 

Supplemental Text: Mark 5:21-36 

Study Guide 

Read Luke 8:40-56

  1. What is the difference between having faith in Jesus and merely attending church as demonstrated in this passage?
  2. How do the actions of Jairus and the woman illustrate faith that goes against fear?
  3. How do the miracles in this passage highlight the importance of trusting in God's grace?
  4. How can we cultivate a life of faith that mirrors the example of the woman and Jairus?
  5. How can we actively encourage and support each other in living out a faith-filled life? 

Prayer

God, thank You for the picture of Your grace and mercy in this passage. Lord, give us the courage to reach out to You in faith. God, we are in need of Your mercy and Your grace.

S.O.A.P. METHOD

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SCRIPTURE 

Write which passage of scripture you are reading. 

OBSERVATION

What is this text saying? What is the context? How does it fit with the verses before and after it? Are there any commands or instructions? 

APPLICATION 

How can you apply this verse to your life? What does this mean today? What is God saying to you? 

Respond to the passage in prayer. Ask God to help you apply this truth to your life and spend some time listening to what He may be telling you.