Watching In Dependence (Luke 12:35-48)

EnglishDecember 04, 2022

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Jesus said to be watchful and ready for His return because He would come on a day and hour when it wasn't expected. Are you ready for the return of Christ? In this week's passage from Luke chapter 12, we look at the story Jesus told of some watchful servants waiting for their masters return. Those who were found ready were rewarded but those who were caught off guard in their disobedience received many blows. As followers of Christ we eagerly wait for His return, but it is easy like some of the servants in this parable to be caught off guard. Listen in as we learn and talk about how to be ready for the return of Christ.

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