9.28.25 – That You May Have Certainty (Luke 1:1–4)
Key Verse for 2025: “Watch your life and doctrine closely.” — 1 Timothy 4:16
INTRO
This week we step into the New Testament. Luke begins his Gospel with a purpose statement—he writes so that believers would have certainty about the things they have been taught. In a world where truth is questioned, where doubt is often celebrated, and where certainty is called arrogant, Luke reminds us that God’s Word is the sure foundation.
Aaron showed us three truths from this passage: the promises of God find their fulfillment in Christ, the gospel is historically true and reliable, and God’s Word nourishes our faith so that we may live with certainty.
MAIN POINT: God’s Word nourishes the faith of His people so that we can live with certainty on the promises of God.
SCRIPTURE-DRIVEN DISCUSSION
Read Luke 1:1–4 aloud together.
After reading, take a moment for open reflection—what phrase or idea stood out?
Additional references from the sermon include Genesis 3:15, 2 Corinthians 1:20, Hebrews 2:14–15, Acts 15:22–28, and Romans 15:4.
APPLICATION QUESTIONS
Q1. Fulfillment – All God’s promises find their “Yes” in Jesus.
How does seeing Jesus as the fulfillment of all God’s promises give you confidence in God’s plan today?
Reminder: Luke describes the events not just as history, but as “fulfilled.”
Example: In Genesis 3:15, God promised that one day the serpent would be crushed. That promise was fulfilled at the cross. Knowing God kept that promise gives us confidence He will keep His promises to us now—like His promise never to leave us or to finish the work He began in us.
Q2. Reliable – The gospel is true, trustworthy, and reliable.
-What helps you trust the Bible as reliable when doubts or challenges come?
Reminder: “Deep questions require deep answers.” God gave us eyewitness testimony and His Spirit’s inspiration so we could know the truth with confidence.
Example: The disciples went from hiding in fear to boldly dying for their faith. That dramatic change points to the reliability of the resurrection. People don’t give their lives for something they know is a lie.
Q3. Certainty – Luke wrote to nourish our confidence in the faith.
-What areas of your faith do you feel most certain about? What areas feel less certain?
Reminder: Certainty is not arrogance—it is God’s gift to us in His Word. Luke wrote so believers could stand firm in what they’ve been taught.
Example: Luke wrote to Theophilus, who had already been taught the faith, so that he would be certain. In the same way, when we come back again and again to God’s Word, our faith is nourished and strengthened to stand firm—even when the culture around us denies truth or when we face doubts of our own.
LET’S REMEMBER:
Certainty is not found in ourselves, but in God’s Word. All the promises of God are fulfilled in Christ. The Bible is trustworthy and reliable. And by God’s Spirit, His Word nourishes our faith so we can live with confidence, hope, and courage in uncertain times. True revival begins with hearts thrilled by God’s Word.
Since what we’ve discussed is true and relevant…
What is one concrete step you will take this week to live with certainty rooted in God’s Word? Will you choose a passage to read aloud daily (e.g., Luke 1:1–4), memorize one verse (Luke 1:4), or share one Scripture conversation with a friend?
Example: “Each morning this week I’ll read Luke 1:1–4 out loud and write one sentence on how it builds my certainty, then text that thought to a friend as encouragement.”
CLOSING PRAYER
Lord, thank You that Your Word is true, reliable, and life-giving. We ask that You would deepen our certainty in Christ and in Your promises. Let Your Word revive our hearts, renew our church, and bring awakening to our nation. May we be people who live with boldness and hope because we are grounded in You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.