Luke 13:10-17

1. Jesus met a burdened woman at the synagogue (v.10-11).
   • What does her presence at the synagogue say about her faith?
   • What happens to us when we let burdens keep us from assembling?
2. Jesus saw, called and released a burdened woman (v.12-13).
   • What is wrong with us when we don’t see those who have problems?
   • What is wrong with us when we pass over those who have problems?
   • What will better help us to see and help those with burdens?
3. Jesus releases the burdened in spite of religious traditions (v.14).
   • What circumstances should limit our devotion to religious traditions?
   • What do these words of the synagogue official say about his heart?
4. Jesus releases the burdened because people are important (v.15-16).
   • Why is it more difficult to serve people than it is to serve things?
   • Why is it more important to serve people than it is to serve things?
5. The world rejoices when burdens are lifted (v.17).
   • How does compassionate service humiliate religious apathy?
   • Why does the world admire kindnesses which religions despise?

Lesson Aim: To look for, see and release the burdens of others.