The account of Christ’s life as recorded by Luke is especially elegant and sensitive. Unlike Matthew, Mark, and John, who were Jews, Luke was a Greek, and his writing bears the marks of Greek literary beauty and precision. As a companion of Paul, as well as being a Greek, Luke understood the necessity of spirituality and the benefit of learning. He was known as “the beloved physician” (Col. 4:14), which suggests he was a person of considerable skills and learning. Formerly a minister of medical care, he became a minister and chronicler of the life of Jesus, the Great Physician.
The Gospel according to Luke is the first part of a two-part record of Christianity, the second part being the Acts of the Apostles. Luke inscribed both of his works to a person named Theophilus, probably a man of high rank who desired thorough knowledge of the life of Christ and the work of His followers. In ancient times, most literary works were sponsored by persons of wealth or authority. Frequently the published work was inscribed to the sponsor, as Luke addressed his works to Theophilus.
December 5, 2021 (Lesson 1)
A NEW ERA BEGINS
1. John’s Birth Foretold (Luke 1:5-17)
2. Zechariah’s Reaction (Luke 1:18-25)
3. John’s Birth (Luke 1:57-68, 80)
December 12, 2021 (Lesson 2)
JESUS’ BIRTH ANNOUNCED AND ANTICIPATED
1. The Annunciation to Mary (Luke 1:26-38)
2. Mary Visits Elizabeth (Luke 1:39-45)3. The Magnificat of Mary (Luke 1:46-56)
December 19, 2021 (Lesson 3)
THE SAVIOR IS BORN (Christmas)
1. Humble Birth (Luke 2:1-7)
2. Angelic Announcement (Luke 2:8-20)
3. Seeing God’s Salvation (Luke 2:21-38)
THE PREEMINENCE OF LOVE
1. Love the Lord (Luke 10:25-28)
2. Love Your Neighbor (Luke 10:29-37)3. Love Without Distraction (Luke 10:38-42)
CHRIST CHALLENGES COVENTIONAL THINKING
1. Jesus Heals on the Sabbath (Luke 14:1-6)
2. Jesus Teaches Humility and Service (Luke 14:7-14)
3. The Great Banquet Invitation (Luke 14:15-24)
January 9, 2022 (Lesson 6)
RETURN OF A WAYWARD SON
1. Degradation of Wasteful Living (Luke 15:11-16)
2. Penitent Return and Joyful Reception (Luke 15:17-24)
3. Jealous Spirit Reproved (Luke 15:25-32)
January 16, 2022 (Lesson 7)
THE RISEN LORD DISPELS DOUBTS
1. The Risen Lord Comes Near (Luke 24:13-16)
2. The Risen Lord Teaches (Luke 24:17-27)
3. The Risen Lord Recognized (Luke 24:28-35)
