New Testament

Luke

Author Luke, physician and companion of Paul

Date Written ~AD 60–62

Chapters 24

Theme Jesus as the Son of Man for all people

Summary

Luke presents the most comprehensive account of Jesus' life, emphasizing his humanity and compassion for outcasts, women, the poor, and Gentiles. Written as careful historical narrative, it traces God's plan of salvation from the births of John and Jesus through the resurrection and ascension.

Outline

Birth Narratives: John and Jesus (1–2)
Preparation for Ministry (3:1–4:13)
Ministry in Galilee (4:14–9:50)
Journey to Jerusalem (9:51–19:27)
Passion, Death, and Resurrection (19:28–24:53)

Key Verses

Luke 4:18-19

"The Spirit of the Lord is on me, because he has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor."

Luke 19:10

"For the Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost."

Luke 24:46-47

"The Messiah will suffer and rise from the dead on the third day, and repentance for the forgiveness of sins will be preached in his name to all nations."

Christ in Luke

The Son of Man who seeks the lost; the compassionate Savior for all peoples; the fulfillment of all that was written in the Law, Prophets, and Psalms

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