Pentecost Season · Nineteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time · Year C
Luke 12:32-48 or Luke 12:35-40
Be Dressed for Action, Waiting for the Master
August 13, 2028

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"Do not be afraid, little flock, for it is your Father's good pleasure to give you the kingdom" (Luke 12:32).
Jesus tells his disciples not to fear but to sell their possessions and give alms, keeping their lamps lit and staying alert like servants awaiting their master's return from a wedding feast.
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Luke 12 Commentary Enduring Word · David Guzik
Commentary on the little flock, treasure in heaven, and watchful servants.
Luke 12:32 Commentaries BibleHub
Collects classic commentary on Jesus' word to the little flock.
Commentary on Luke 12:32-40 Working Preacher
Exegetical commentary on vocation and readiness in this same pericope.
Luke 12 Commentary Precept Austin
Verse-by-verse notes on not being afraid and staying dressed for service.
Luke 12 (Barnes/Gill) StudyLight
Gill's Exposition covers the watchful-servants parable in full.
Luke 12:32-40 Commentary Center for Excellence in Preaching
Reformed preaching-focused commentary on readiness for the master's return.
By Faith Sermons That Work · Episcopal Church
A preached reflection connecting Hebrews' faith chapter to Luke's call to readiness.
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