1. Key Scripture Reference

• Luke 10:25–37 – The parable of the Good Samaritan, focusing on the question: “What shall I do to inherit eternal life?” and Jesus’ powerful response through a story that challenges our assumptions about neighborly love.

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2. Main Sermon Points

• Inheritance and Eternal Life: Eternal life is not something earned but inherited through relationship—not through doing, but being.

• Jesus’s method of Teaching: Jesus answers a question with a question to reveal the heart of the matter.

• Reframing the Question: The better question isn’t “What happens to me if I stop?” but “What happens to him if I don’t?”

• Who is My Neighbor?: It’s not someone who looks, worships, or thinks like me—it’s anyone in need.

• The Samaritan’s Heart: Love and mercy go beyond convenience, comfort, and cultural boundaries.

• Faith in Action: The call to embody mercy, not just believe in it.

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3. Supporting Scripture References

• Deuteronomy 6:4-5 – Love God with all your heart, soul, and strength.

• Leviticus 19:18 – Love your neighbor as yourself.

• Job 31:32 – “The stranger did not lodge in the street, but I opened my doors to the traveler.”

• Romans 10 – Early Christians’ witness through care for the poor.

• Desire of Ages, Ellen White – Commentary on the Good Samaritan’s compassion and the priest/Levite’s failure to act.

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4. Our Message (Reflection Questions)

• In what ways have I misunderstood the nature of eternal life—as something to do rather than something to receive?

• How does this parable reshape my understanding of “neighbor” and challenge my biases?

• Do I ask, “What happens to me?” or “What happens to them?” when I see others in need?

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5. Our Conduct (Reflection Questions)

• How can I cultivate a heart of compassion that interrupts my plans for the sake of others?

• What justifications do I use to avoid stepping in to help others in distress?

• Am I more like the priest, Levite, or Samaritan in my daily interactions?

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6. Practical Application (Reflection Questions)

• What specific person or group of people do I need to start seeing as my neighbor?

• How can I intentionally give my time, resources, or presence to someone in need this week?

• Who in my life is spiritually or emotionally “wounded,” and how can I minister to them?

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7. Personal Commitment (Reflection Questions)

• Will I choose to love others even when it costs me time, sleep, or money?

• Am I willing to let my heart be interrupted by mercy, even if it inconveniences my schedule?

• What steps will I take to share physical blessings and the hope of salvation with others?

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8. Prayer Points

1. Compassionate Heart: Pray for a heart that sees people through the eyes of Christ—full of mercy and love beyond boundaries.

2. Boldness in Action: Ask God for courage to step into uncomfortable spaces and sacrificially serve and love others.

3. Gospel Witness: Pray for divine appointments to share the message of hope and salvation with those spiritually “wounded” around us.

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