In this 16-part series, Dr. Michael Youssef preaches verse by verse through Luke 12-17. In each message, Dr. Youssef applies Jesus’ words to our current cultural challenges, encouraging us all to follow Him more closely—fearing Him, honoring Him, and loving Him to the day He returns.
Dr. Michael Youssef provides fresh insight into the Parable of the Prodigal Son by focusing on the forgiving father rather than the rebellious son. When the younger son wounds his father by demanding inheritance, the father humbly grants his request, demonstrating extraordinary love. Upon the son's desperate return, the father shockingly runs to embrace him, going against cultural norms to show complete forgiveness and compassion. Dr. Youssef notes the Pharisees' judgmental reactions, challenging us to instead see God as the gracious father - loving regardless of rejection, overflowing with mercy, patience, and joy at our return. Despite our selfishness and sin, our Heavenly Father's forgiveness brings us home. His love is unconditional and relentless, running to welcome us.
Dr. Michael Youssef provides fresh insight into the Parable of the Prodigal Son by focusing on the forgiving father rather than the rebellious son. When the younger son wounds his father by demanding inheritance, the father humbly grants his request, demonstrating extraordinary love. Upon the son's desperate return, the father shockingly runs to embrace him, going against cultural norms to show complete forgiveness and compassion. Dr. Youssef notes the Pharisees' judgmental reactions, challenging us to instead see God as the gracious father - loving regardless of rejection, overflowing with mercy, patience, and joy at our return. Despite our selfishness and sin, our Heavenly Father's forgiveness brings us home. His love is unconditional and relentless, running to welcome us.
Dr. Michael Youssef delves into the parable of the prodigal son, focusing on the overlooked character of the elder brother. Exploring legalism and the significance of forgiveness, Dr. Youssef highlights the dangers of emphasizing man-made rules over the heart of God's message. Through this powerful sermon, he sheds light on the true essence of forgiveness and its relation to our spiritual growth.
Dr. Michael Youssef discusses the Parable of the shrewd businessman from Luke 16. He recounts how encountering this parable as a young pastor impacted him. Exploring the cultural context, Dr. Youssef emphasizes its straightforward message about using wealth wisely and urges Christians to plan thoughtfully for their eternal destiny, learning even from the shrewd manager's foresight.