Gospels ยท New Testament

The Book of Luke

Jesus is the Saviour who came to seek and save the lost.

Author
Luke, the physician and companion of Paul
Date
Probably c. AD 60โ€“80
Chapters
24
Genre
Gospels

Summary

Luke wrote an orderly account based on careful investigation. It includes rich details of the births of John the Baptist and Jesus, and highlights Jesus' compassion for the poor, women, outsiders and sinners.

A long central section follows Jesus' journey to Jerusalem, containing many of his best-known parables, such as the Good Samaritan and the Prodigal Son. The Gospel ends with Jesus' death, resurrection and ascension, and its sequel is the book of Acts.

Outline

  1. Chapters 1โ€“2 โ€” The births of John and Jesus
  2. Chapters 3โ€“4 โ€” Preparation for ministry
  3. Chapters 5โ€“9 โ€” Ministry in Galilee
  4. Chapters 10โ€“19 โ€” The journey to Jerusalem
  5. Chapters 20โ€“24 โ€” Death, resurrection and ascension

Key Themes

Salvation for allCompassionPrayerThe Holy SpiritJoy

Key Verses

Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord.

For the Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost.โ€

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