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LUKE a. = -lover. Θεόφιλος #2321 = θεός #2316 + φίλος #5384. Only here and Luke is the of the Son of Man. Where :1. Matthew provides the legal line of Christ b. Most Excellent suggests that Theophilus through Joseph, Luke provides the human line was a person of social and political of Christ through Mary. prominence, perhaps a Roman governor, Luke the Physician uses more medical terms procurator, or magistrate. Exact identification of Theophilus cannot be than any other Gospel. Luke also portrays determined. many human stories not found in the other 2. Matthew’s Gospel handles the narrative Gospel accounts. The virgin birth narrative is prior to the birth of from Joseph’s the most extensive in Luke. The Prodigal Son, standpoint (Matt. 1:18-25). Luke’s Gospel The Rich Man & Lazarus, and the Good handles the narrative prior the birth of Samaritan are peculiar to this Gospel. So is the Jesus from Mary’s standpoint. account of Mary & . a. Beginning with Mary’s cousins—Zacharias TITLE & Elizabeth (Lk. 1:5-25). b. Continuing on to the virgin Mary The Greek and English titles for the Book are (Lk. 1:26-38). named after the man who delivered the story of c. Mary and her cousins together (Lk. 1:39-56). Jesus Christ from his perspective as a d. Concluding with companion of the Apostle Paul. (Lk. 1:57-80). 3. Zechariah was a priest of the line of AUTHOR (Lk. 1:5,8,9; 1st Chr. 24:10). This was the one and Luke was a Gentile physician (Col. 4:14, cf. only time he would ever be blessed to perform vv.10 17), who was a careful historian rather this task in the temple. than an eyewitness to the life of Christ (Lk. 1:1 4. John the Baptist would be a unique 4). Luke was perhaps the most faithful of Paul’s character in the Dispensation of Israel. companions (2nd Tim. 4:11). A comparison of a. He will be the greatest believer to ever live 2nd Cor. 8:18 & 12:18 has led to a logical prior to the cross (Lk. 1:15a; Matt. 11:11). conclusion that Luke & Titus were brothers, but b. He will serve under a life-long vow . this is not entirely certain. Luke is the only (Lk. 1:15b; Num. 6:1-21) c. He will have the indwelling of the Holy non-Jewish human author of any NT Book Spirit from the womb onward (Lk. 1:15c). (writing both Luke & Acts). 5. Zacharias’ question prompted Divine CHAPTER TITLES discipline (Lk. 1:18-20), but Mary’s question 1-4. The Identification of the Son of Man with prompted a patient explanation Men (Lk. 1:26-38). a. The difference may have been one of faith. 5-10a. The Ministry of the Son of Man to Men Zacharias asked his question without faith, 10b-20. The Rejection of the Son of Man by but Mary asked hers in faith. Men b. The difference may have been one of maturity & accountability. Due to his 21-23 The Suffering of the Son of Man for Men maturity and Godliness, Zacharias was 24. The Resurrection of the Son of Man before expected to have greater faith and was Men therefore more accountable. Due to her youth, Mary was shown more patient grace. CHAPTER OUTLINES 6. The song of Mary (Lk. 1:46-55) and the LUKE 1 prophecy of Zacharias (Lk. 1:68-79) reflect a thorough understanding of OT doctrine. 1. The is a historical narrative researched by Luke and written to Most Excellent Theophilus (Lk. 1:1-4).

LUKE 2 1. Luke’s Gospel teaches the birth of Christ 1. The commencement of the ministry of John from Mary’s viewpoint, and gives us the the Baptist is pinpointed by Luke (Lk. 3:1,2). most human description of it (Lk. 2:1-7). a. The 15th year of Caesar was AD29. a. Caesar Augustus reigned from 27BC-14AD. Tiberius reigned from 14-37AD. b. Herod reigned from 37BC-4BC. b. was Governor from 26-36AD. c. ruled in Syria-Cilicia from 6-9AD. c. Herod the Tetrarch (son of ) He supervised a census there in 6AD, but a.k.a. ruled 4BC-39AD. likely supervised an earlier census in that d. , ruled (NW of Damascus). same region (Luke’s recorded census). His dating is uncertain, as is the significance 2. Seeming coincidence would make Jesus of his relationship to the territory of Israel. Christ born in Bethlehem (Lk. 2:7), but God’s More likely, Lysanias has more significance directive Will was at work (Mic. 5:2). to Luke and Theophilus. 3. Nearby shepherds are summoned to bear e. The High Priesthood was vested in two men— & . witness to the birth of Christ (Lk. 2:8-20). 1) Annas was High Priest from 6-15AD, but a. The Lord had provided King Ahaz with a was removed from that office by the sign in 734BC—a virgin would conceive and Romans. bear a son . (Isa. 7:14) 2) His son-in-law Caiaphas was appointed b. Now the shepherds are provided with a to that office 18-36AD. sign—that baby will be found in a manger 3) The continued to recognize Annas (Lk. 2:12). as the rightful High Priest, even after 4. are summoned to bear witness to Caiaphas held the official title. the birth of Christ (Lk. 2:13,14). 2. John the Baptist undertook a ministry of 5. Joseph & Mary observed all the national rebuke to Israel in preparation for requirements of Law in the raising of the the arrival of their (Lk. 3:3-20). humanity of Christ (Lk. 2:22-24,39; Gal. 4:4). a. His ministry was not primarily one of 6. Two faithful witnesses in the temple evangelizing unbelievers, but rebuking identified the Christ and uttered prophecies believers. regarding His mission (Lk. 2:25-38). b. This fulfilled his prophesied role in a. the Prophet (Lk. 2:25-35). Legend preparing Israel for the arrival of Christ’s has made him the son of Hillel and father of Kingdom of Righteousness (Lk. 1:16,17; Gamaliel I, but this has no historical basis.1 Isa. 40:3-5). b. (Lk. 2:36-38). Note: Elijah will fulfill this role for Christ’s 7. The humanity of Jesus Christ experienced Second Advent (Mal. 4:5,6; Matt. 17:10-13). the same growth process that every human c. When unbelievers (brood of vipers, sons of being since Cain has been subject to the Devil, Jn. 8:44) came out for the water (Lk. 2:40,52). baptism ritual, John rebuked them as having a. His humanity grew physically, no part in his message of warning psychologically, and spiritually. (Lk. 3:7,8). b. By volitionally choosing to not exercise His d. The change of thinking repentance, and the omniscience, Jesus Christ experienced the resulting change of activity (Lk. 3:10-14) is human learning process. not a pattern for the procedure of an unbeliever becoming saved. It is a pattern 8. The only event in the childhood of Christ to for the believer who is convicted by the be recorded in Scripture is one of His doctrine of Imminency. annual trips to for Passover e. The result of the Baptist’s ministry is that (Lk. 2:41-51). the Jews were confused, and Herod was enraged (Lk. 3:15-20).

3. Luke’s record of the 1 The International Standard Encyclopedia Christ traces His physical line from Mary’s LUKE 3

father Eli back to Adam (and even God Himself) . See the Week 42 (Lk. 3:23-58) 1. Luke records some of the most interesting study guide for comments on Matthew’s details on the call of the first disciples record of the genealogy of Jesus Christ. (Lk. 5:1-11). a. He performed a miracle related to Peter’s secular career (vv.4-6), teaching Peter, 1. The is given in James, & John that something greater than Matthew (4:1-11) & Mark (1:12,13), but Luke fishing success was in store for them reverses Matthew’s order for temptations (vv.10,11). #2 & 3 (Lk. 4:1-13). b. The fishing partnership (μέτοχος #3353) a. The tests of personal provision, personal provides a glimmer of insight into the glory, and proper worship were prosperous conglomerate that Simon undoubtedly repeated in various orders and (Peter) & headed up. various shades throughout the forty days c. Peter’s sense of worthlessness comes out (cf. Mk. 1:13; Lk. 4:2). here more than anywhere else in the b. When a believer is victorious in temptation, (v.8). he must remain on his guard, because the 2. Jesus did not allow the increasing demands Adversary is simply biding his time until a of ministry to impinge upon His personal better opportunity (Lk. 4:13). prayer ministry (Lk. 5:12-16). 2. Luke records the Lord’s teaching debut in 3. The Jewish religious leaders sent so many (Lk. 4:16-30). delegates to interview Jesus that ordinary a. Matthew & Mark record a later incident in folks couldn’t get in to see him (Lk. 5:17). Nazareth, after He had assembled his disciples (Matt. 13:54-58; Mk. 6:1-6). 4. A group of believers, strong in their faith, b. Jesus taught in the synagogue from a found a way to get in, and the resulting prophetic passage in Isaiah (Lk. 4:17-21). ministry gave maximum glory to God 1) The reading came from Isa. 61:1-3. (Lk. 5:18-26). 2) Christ stopped reading 1/3 of the way 5. Levi (a.k.a. Matthew) is personally called by through Isa. 61:2. Christ, and is pleased to host a great 3) The Lord declared Scripture to be reception for Him (Lk. 5:27-39║Matt. 9:9-17). fulfilled “today” (Lk. 4:21). 4) Conclusion: Isa. 61:1,2a refers to First Advent prophecy concerning Christ. 1. The Lord of the Sabbath was in their midst, Isa. 61:2b,3 refers to Second Advent prophecy concerning Christ. but the could only seethe over c. After amazing the crowds with His teaching, His “breaking” the Sabbath (Lk. 6:1-11). the Lord then enraged the crowd with His 2. Luke records that the Lord selected the exhortation (Lk. 4:23-30). This incident Twelve after an entire night of prayer to resulted in the first murder attempt against God the Father (Lk. 6:12-16). Him. a. Bartholomew = Nethanael. 3. The Lord established a headquarters at b. Matthew = Levi. (Lk. 4:31-44). c. Judas (not Iscariot), son of James = a. He cleansed the area of unclean spirits (Lebbaeus) Thaddaeus. (demons) (Lk. 4:31-37,41). 3. In Luke’s careful chronology, it is after the b. He provided for the physical health of the selection of the Twelve that the Sermon on inhabitants (Lk. 4:40). This included Peter’s mother-in-law (Lk. 4:38,39). the Mount material is then recorded c. From Capernaum, He undertook a number (Lk. 6:17-49 cf. Matt. 5-7). of missionary campaigns . (Lk. 4:42-44) 1. The Jews thought that the Centurion was worthy of a miracle (Lk. 7:4,5). The LUKE 4

Centurion knew that he was not worthy at c. Remember: Out of Matthew, Mark, & Luke, all (Lk. 7:6-8). only Matthew was actually in the boat to 2. The raising of the widow’s son in Nain is write this narrative. It is likely that the Twelve shouted all three of these names, recorded only in Luke (Lk. 7:11-17). Between and perhaps others when they panicked! Elijah & Elisha, three people were restored to physical life. The Lord also restored three 5. The healing of Legion is covered in Study people to physical life. Guides #42 & #43 under the parallel passages in Matthew & . The material regarding John the Baptist (Lk. 8:26-39 = parallels that recorded in Matthew Mt. 8:28-34; Mk. 5:1-17). (Lk. 7:18-35 ║ Matt. 11:2-19). 6. The chapter closes with the raising of Jairus’ 12-year old daughter, and the 4. The immoral woman anointing Christ’s feet healing of the woman with a 12-year old (Lk. 7:36-50) is not to be confused with Mary’s anointing of Christ’s head just before hemorrhage (Lk. 8:40-56). His crucifixion (Matt. 26:6-13; Jn. 12:1-8). Neither can we identify her with (Lk. 8:2) with any certainty. 1. The Lord sent out the Twelve to proclaim the Kingdom of God and to perform healing (Lk. 9:1-6). 1. In addition to the Twelve, the Lord was 2. The growing ministry of Jesus Christ was blessed by a number of women with producing a troubled heart for Herod, as he financial grace-orientation (Lk. 8:1-3). feared that perhaps John the Baptist had a. These women had previously been afflicted been raised from the dead (Lk. 9:7-9). by demonic powers. 3. The Feeding of the 5000 is the only miracle b. They responded to the & forgiveness of Christ recorded in all four gospels they had received by extending grace to (Matt. 14:13-21; Mk. 6:30-44; Lk. 9:10-17; their Lord and Savior. Jn. 6:1-14). c. Mary Magdalene cannot be identified with 4. Following His greatest public miracle, the the repentant harlot of ch. 7, although old Lord began to prepare His disciples for His church traditions do make that identification. upcoming crucifixion (Lk. 9:18-22). d. Joanna is seen again at the 5. In view of the difficult times ahead, any (Lk. 24:10), but she & Susanna are follower of Christ must follow with a cross otherwise unknown in the . (Lk. 9:23-26). e. Many other women (ἕτεραι πολλαί) were 6. The Lord promised a view of the Kingdom also in this group of supporters. to some of His disciples (Lk. 9:27), and then 2. The Parable of the Sower (Lk. 8:4-15), and made good on that promise when He was the Lighted Lamp (Lk. 8:16-18) follow Mark’s transfigured before Peter, James, & John order (Mk. 4:1-25), but Luke does not go on (Lk. 9:28-36). to give all the Kingdom of Heaven parables 7. The crowds kept demanding more miracles, that Matthew delivers (Mt. 13:1-52). the Lord kept speaking of His approaching 3. Jesus used the occasion of a visit by His betrayal, and the disciples continued to be earthly mother & ½ brothers to illustrate too afraid to ask questions (Lk. 9:37-45). the spiritual family of believers (Lk. 8:19-21). 8. The immaturity of the disciples is seen as 4. The disciples cried out to “Master, Master!” they fight among themselves, and grumble (Lk. 8:22-25). ἐπιστάτης #1988 common term about others serving the Lord (Lk. 9:46-50). in Luke & Acts. 9. Luke’s Gospel is the only record of the a. In Matthew’s record, they’re shouting misplaced zeal of James & John, sons of “Lord” ( ) . κύριος (Matt. 8:25) Zebedee (Lk. 9:51-56). In this incident we see b. In Mark’s record, they’re shouting “Teacher” the typology of Joab & Abishai (’s ( ) (Mk. 4:38). διδάσκαλος kinsmen) fulfilled in Christ (cf. 2nd Sam. 16:9,10). LUKE 5

10. The chapter ends with the Lord explaining that demonstrated good priorities what priorities a disciple will maintain (Lk. 10:42). (Lk. 9:57-62). Chapter Eleven 1. After three years of learning from Jesus, and 1. The service of the Seventy (Lk. 10:1-24). ministering with Him, the Disciples realized a. The Seventy may have actually been the that they needed help with their prayer life Seventy-two. The manuscript evidence for (Lk. 11:1-13). ἑβδομήκοντα (70) versus ἑβδομήκοντα a. The Lord gave them a model prayer to δύο (72) is evenly divided. follow, which outlines basic principles for b. Although the Twelve are subsequently prayer that even baby believers can follow noted in the New Testament (Acts 6:2; (vv.2-4). st 1 Cor. 15:5; Rev. 21:14), the Seventy are b. The Lord went on to give the adolescent- never again mentioned in Scripture. level prayer principle of persistence c. Many early Church traditions feature a (vv.5-8), and the mature-level prayer number of people as being among the principle of “much more” (vv.9-13). Seventy—but does not name a 2. When He was accused of serving Beelzebub, single one. Jesus taught one of the most detailed Alleged members of the 70: Agabus messages on demonology to be found in (Acts 11:28; 21:10); Ananias (Acts 9:10-19); Scripture (Lk. 11:14-26). Archippus (Col. 4:17; Philem. 2); Artemas (Tit. 3:12); Barnabas (Acts 4:36); Crescens 3. When one of the women in the crowd (2nd Tim. 4:10); Joseph Barsabbas attempted to exalt the (no-longer) virgin (Acts 1:23); Matthias (Acts 1:23,26); Mary, the Lord provided an appropriate Parmenas (Acts 6:5); Prochorus (Acts 6:5). response (Lk. 11:27,28). 2. The parable of the Good Samaritan was an 4. The chapter concludes with a series of object lesson that the Lord provided for a messages that appear to be a sampling of lawyer who was putting Him to the test exhortations that Jesus gave as His (violating Dt. 6:16) (Lk. 10:25-37). crucifixion approached. [The order is a. The entire parable answers the lawyer’s unclear, and perhaps immaterial as it reflects an question: “Who is my neighbor?” assortment of messages given on various (Lk. 10:29). occasions] b. The Lord’s question frames the true issue a. A rebuke against the crucifixion generation properly: “Who proves themselves to be a (Lk. 11:29-32; cf. Matt. 12:38-41). neighbor by virtue of the they extend b. The parable of the lighted lamp to anybody in need?” (Lk. 10:36,37). (Lk. 11:33-36; Matt. 5:14-16). c. The issue isn’t who do I have to help, but do c. Judgment against lawyers & Pharisees I have the heart of a helper? (Lk. 11:37-54; Matt. 23 in assorted verses). 3. The Mary & Martha contrast is another example of Luke’s Gospel record, and his 1. Chapter 12 is primarily a private message focus on Christ the man (Lk. 10:38-42). of the Lord’s to His disciples . a. These sisters are introduced here, appear (Lk. 12:1,54) again when their brother Lazarus dies 2. The messages recorded here, (like ch. 11), (Jn. 11:1-44), and appear once again after appear to be a sampling of the Lord’s Lazarus is restored to life (Jn. 12:1-3). messages as His death approached. b. Martha’s error was not in the external a. He warned His disciples about the leaven of activities she was doing, but in the internal the Pharisees (Lk. 12:1; Matt. 16:6). mental attitude that had her “worried and b. He encouraged them to have confidence in bothered” (Lk. 10:41). their struggles (Lk. 12:2-9; Matt. 10:26-33). c. Mary’s praise comes not for her external c. The warning against blaspheming the Holy activity, but for her internal mental attitude Spirit (Lk. 12:10; Matt. 12:31,32). LUKE 6

d. The need to relax when standing before a. Christ properly taught that the Sabbath was rulers & authorities (Lk. 12:11,12; the perfect day to be given rest from the Matt. 10:17-20). Satanic affliction the woman had endured 3. The parable of the rich fool is unique to for so long (Lk. 13:10-17). Luke (Lk. 12:13-21), although the practical b. Don’t confuse this woman with the one who had the hemorrhage for 12 years . application is found elsewhere (Lk. 12:22-31 (Lk. 8:43) = Matt. 6:25-34; Lk. 12:32-34 = Mt. 6:19-21). 4. The Parables of Mustard Seed & Leaven 4. The chapter closes with messages on parallel the record in Matthew (Lk. 13:18-21 readiness in the context of imminence cf. Matt. 13:31-33). (Lk. 12:35-59). 5. When some of the Lord’s followers grew a. The Jews are warned that when the Son of discouraged at the lack of people Man returns, He will have his Bride with responding to His ministry, the Lord taught Him (vv.35-40). an important Bible class concerning the b. Peter is warned that imminece has a narrow door of (Lk. 13:22-30). doubled urgency for him and the other 6. The Lord saw through the Pharisees’ Apostles (vv.41-48). attempts to keep him out of Jerusalem, and c. The Lord would dearly love to proceed with urged them to report back to Herod that He 2nd Advent conquest, but He knows that the was following a fixed schedule, intent to 1st Advent cross must occur first (vv.49,50). d. The divided nature of the coming age is obey God the Father (Lk. 13:31-35). then described (vv.51-53). e. A final warning is given to properly analyze this present time (vv.54-59). 1. Jesus Christ graciously accepted a meal invitation from a Pharisee ruler (Lk. 14:1-24). “I must confess that if a Pharisee had asked me to 1. On the heels of the parable of the rich fool come to dinner for the purpose of spying on me, I (Lk. 12:13-21), another practical message of would have refused.” J. Vernon McGee the Lord’s is given: Repent or perish a. The Pharisees’ intentions were to obtain (Lk. 13:1-5). evidence against Him (v.1). a. Believers can be victims of random acts of b. Just as in chapter 13, the Pharisees wanted violence (Lk. 13:1,2). to call Healing a violation of the Sabbath, b. Believers can be victims of random but they couldn’t bring themselves to say accidents (Lk. 13:4). the words aloud (vv.4,6). c. These things don’t happen because people c. The dinner invitation proved a wonderful are more sinners than any other sinners. opportunity to deliver parables on being a These things happen because we all live in a gracious & humble guest (vv.7-11), and fallen world. being a gracious and humble host d. The issue is for each person to repent, (vv.12-14). because nobody is guaranteed any length of d. The dinner invitation also proved an time beyond what they have already been excellent opportunity for the Lord to teach given by grace (Lk. 13:3,5). on a coming “big dinner” to take place in the 2. Barren Fig tree (Lk. 13:6-9). Kingdom (vv.15-24). In Matthew, this event a. The previous message is illustrated by was called a wedding feast, given by a King means of a parable. for His son (Matt. 22:1-14). b. The vineyard keeper wanted just one more 2. Demands of discipleship (Lk. 14:25-35). year for the fig tree to bear fruit. We may a. Like in Matthew (Mt. 10:37-39), the not have one more year to repent and bear “language of exaggerated contrast” is a fruit. rhetorical device used to communicate the 3. The synagogue officials thought that the relative priorities between two conflicting crippled woman should be healed on any matters (Lk. 14:25-27). day of the week except the Sabbath. b. The parables of the tower, the king, and salt illustrate the principles of what cross- bearing is truly about (Lk. 14:28-35). LUKE 7

LUKE 15 4. The Rich Man & Lazarus (Lk. 16:19-31) is 1. The Lord’s growing acceptance by tax another illustration of the Lord’s that is not collectors and other sinners was matched called a parable. by a growing rejection by the Pharisees & a. Unlike other parables, which leave the characters unnamed, this discourse actually the scribes (Lk. 15:1,2). names the believer who enters into 2. The Pharisees’ grumbling prompted the ’s bosom (v.20). Lord to deliver a three-part parable b. Prior to the Cross, believers were ushered (Lk. 15:3): The Lost Sheep (Lk. 15:4-7), The into Abraham’s Bosom (=Paradise, Lost Coin (Lk. 15:8-10), The Lost Son Lk. 23:43). (Lk. 15:11-32). 1) This compartment of comfort within a. Most believers would be satisfied with a the realm of Sheol is now empty 99% success rate. The Lord Jesus Christ (Eph. 4:8-10), as Paradise is now located does not accept anything less than 100% in the third heaven (2nd Cor. 12:2,4). because that is the perfect standard of God 2) Believers who die after the cross do not the Father. descend to Sheol, but rather ascend to nd b. The ten silver coins refers to a row of coins heaven (2 Cor. 5:8). which formed a headpiece for a married c. Two things to note: woman. To have one missing would reflect 1) The unbeliever is left unnamed, a less-than-perfect Bride. whereas the name of the victorious c. The lost son portion of the tri-part parable believer is recorded for eternity. is the most extensive, and the most explicit. 2) The unbeliever has regrets and desires The repentant sinner is a cause for joy that still pertain to physical life, because he has experienced the necessary whereas the victorious believer is change of thinking. The self-righteous enjoying his rest without any further brother is now the one in need of an thoughts of his prior life on Earth. immediate change of thinking. 1. The Lord taught His disciples principles of 1. Chapter 15 was directed towards the love: stumbling blocks & forgiveness Pharisees, but the teaching of chapter 16 is applied through faith (Lk. 17:1-6). directed toward the disciples (Lk. 16:1). 2. This service is simply that which is 2. These stories are not referred to as expected for God’s servants (Lk. 17:7-10). parables, but many take them as such (cf. 3. The Lord healed ten lepers, but only one Lk. 15:3). (a Samaritan) turned back to give 3. The Lord’s account of the unjust steward thanksgiving and praise (Lk. 17:11-19). (Lk. 16:1-8) introduces teaching for believers 4. Jesus gave a cryptic message to the proper use of temporal wealth (Lk. 16:9-13). Pharisees (Lk. 17:20,21), and a more a. Unbelievers are better than believers at thorough message to the disciples working with the financial mechanisms of regarding the Kingdom of God (Lk. 17:22-37). this world (v.8). b. Rather than using temporal finances for the accrual of even more temporal finances, 1. The Lord taught His disciples two parables believers can utilize temporal finances for on prayer . the purposes of furthering the Gospel of (Lk. 18:1-14) a. A parable on persistence (vv.1-8). Jesus Christ (v.9). b. A parable on humility (vv.9-14). 1) Temporal finances will fail. 2) Spiritual friendships are eternal. 2. The disciples attempted to prevent any c. Diligence in temporal finances reflects a “waste of time” during Jesus’ ministry, but mental attitude that is faithful in spiritual He assured them that He always had time finances (vv.10-12). for such children (Lk. 18:15-17). d. Is money your master, or does money serve you in your service to God? (v.13) LUKE 8

3. The Lord ministered to the rich young ruler, 2. The Lord turned the tables and posed a as well as to the listening disciples question that His critics could not answer (Lk. 18:18-30). (Lk. 20:41-44). 4. As He set his sights on Jerusalem, the Lord 3. The Lord used His present conflict to warn advised His disciples what was in store His disciples of future conflict (Lk. 20:45-47). (Lk. 18:31-34). [Chapters 20, 21, and 22:1-6 all take place on 5. The blind man of Jericho (Bartimaeus, Wednesday, April 1st, 33AD.] Mk. 10:46) clearly saw Jesus of Nazareth as Jesus, Son of David (Lk. 18:35-43). 1. The Lord observed many wealthy people bringing their gifts to the treasury, and one 1. Luke is the only Gospel to record the story poor widow doing even more (Lk. 21:1-4). of Zacchaeus (Lk. 19:1-10). 2. The disciples were impressed with the 2. In Zacchaeus’ home, Jesus presented the temple’s beauty, but the Lord prophesied Parable of the Minas (Lk. 19:11-27). the temple’s destruction (Lk. 21:5,6). This a. This parable is not precisely the same as the prompted the disciples to ask for more Parable of the Talents (Matt. 25:14-30). instruction concerning coming events b. 1 talent = 60 minas. (Lk. 21:7). 1) In Matthew, three slaves were given 5, 3. The Lord’s prophecies concerning things to 2, & 1 talents (or 300, 120, & 60 minas). come spell out the events in store for 2) In Luke, ten slaves were each given 10 Jerusalem throughout the times of the minas. Gentiles (Lk. 21:8-36; cf. Matt. 24; Mk. 13). 3. Jesus made His triumphal entry into Jerusalem (Lk. 19:28-44). [Monday, March 30th, 33AD] 1. The chief priests and scribes were plotting a. After His baptism, and the feeding of the the Lord’s murder. Satan personally took 5000, this is the third event in the life of Christ to be recorded in all 4 Gospels. possession of and motivated b. Luke records the Lord’s statement Judas’ betrayal (Lk. 22:1-6). concerning the stones crying out (Lk. 19:40). 2. On Thursday of the Passion Week [April 2nd, 4. Jesus weeps over Jerusalem, as He foresees 33AD] Jesus sent Peter & John to take care of her total destruction (Lk. 19:41-44). the Passover preparations (Lk. 22:7-13). 5. Jesus cleansed the temple of all the a. The Lord enjoyed the Passover with His economic business, and undertook a disciples, knowing that it would be His last serious teaching ministry there until the Kingdom of God is revealed (Lk. 22:14-16). (Lk. 19:45-48). [The Luke narrative doesn’t spell out the days as b. The Lord’s provided a new ritual for His clearly as other Gospels do. This event occurs disciples—the Communion service of bread on Tuesday, March 31st, 33AD.] & wine (Lk. 22:17-20). c. Jesus announced the presence of the betrayer (Lk. 22:21-23). 1. The Adversary certainly couldn’t stand for d. Jesus also answered a dispute about any serious teaching, or the true gospel greatness (Lk. 22:24-27). message to be proclaimed. Opposition to e. Jesus encouraged His disciples about their the Lord then came: eternal reward (Lk. 22:28-30), but also warned them that the angelic conflict would a. From the chief priests, scribes, & elders be great (Lk. 22:31,32). This was the setting . (Lk. 20:1-19) for His prophecy of Peter’s denials b. Their spies posing as disciples (Lk. 22:33,34). . (Lk. 20:20-26) 3. As they prepared to depart, Jesus instituted c. The (Lk. 20:27-40). different procedures than they followed in LUKE 9

earlier ministry (Lk. 22:35-38; cf. 9:1-6; 10:1-4). 4. Jesus went to the Mt. of Olives for prayer, where the betrayer engineered His arrest (Lk. 22:39-53). 5. Peter followed the Lord and tried to observe the proceedings, but ended up fulfilling the prophecy of triple denial (Lk. 22:54-62). 6. The assembled first thing Friday morning [April 3rd, 33AD] and condemned Jesus for blasphemy (Lk. 22:66-71). 1. Luke’s Gospel is unique in describing the Lord’s trial before Pilate as coming in two sessions (Lk. 23:1-7,13-25), with an intervening trial before Herod (Lk. 23:8-12). 2. The journey to Golgotha, the crucifixion, and the is similar to the other Gospel accounts (Lk. 23:13-38,44-56), but Luke alone records the story of the repentant thief on the cross (Lk. 23:39-43). 1. Luke’s Gospel agrees with Matthew & Mark on the visit of the women to the empty tomb on Sunday morning (Lk. 24:1-11). [April 5th, 33AD] 2. Luke’s Gospel gives a great description of the road (Lk. 24:13-35), and the appearance to the disciples (Lk. 24:36-43). Mark gave these events brief mention (Mk. 16:12-14). Matthew did not record them at all. The Lord met with His disciples and “opened their minds” to understand the Scriptures. He commissioned them for service, but admonished them to wait in Jerusalem until they receive the power they will need for service (Lk. 24:44-49).