Pentecost Season · Proper 14 · Year C
Luke 12:32-40
Ready Servants, Treasure in Heaven
August 13, 2028
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"For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also." (Luke 12:34)
Jesus tells the disciples not to fear, since the Father has chosen to give them the kingdom, and calls them to sell possessions and hold treasure in heaven instead. He compares readiness for the kingdom to servants who keep their lamps lit, waiting for a master's return at any hour.
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Commentary on Luke 12:32-40 Working Preacher
Explains the passage as three linked sayings on possessions, readiness, and vocation rather than justification.
Luke 12:32-40 Commentary Center for Excellence in Preaching
Draws out the Advent-like themes of watchfulness in Jesus' call to be ready.
Luke 12 Commentary Enduring Word · David Guzik
Verse-by-verse treatment of the call to sell possessions and stay watchful.
Luke 12:32 Commentaries BibleHub
Classic commentaries on the 'little flock' saying and its assurance of the kingdom.
Luke 12 Resources Precept Austin
Verse-by-verse study notes and cross references for Luke 12.
Background & Word Study
Luke 12:32 Interlinear BibleHub
Greek text and parsing for the 'little flock' and watchfulness sayings.
Luke 10-24 Video Overview BibleProject
Video overview of the travel-narrative section of Luke that contains this teaching.
Luke Course Enter the Bible
Luther Seminary's introduction to Luke's Gospel and its major themes.
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