The death of Jesus in Luke's gospel is more like a martyr's death, it's much calmer, he goes inexorably to the cross, knowing that it is what must happen. Pilate isn't at fault at all.

This week Sunday lectionary reading for Trinity 3 Year C is Luke 10.1–11, 16–20 which records Jesus sending out the ...

As a careful historian, Luke sets the scene of Jesus' birth in its political context by mentioning various rulers and places at the time (2:1-4). Luke's gospel begins with dramatic appearances of ...

In the Gospel of Luke, however, we have the historical account of how the living God in his redeeming grace through Jesus Christ entered into the life of mankind, seeking to save those that are lost.

It will also introduce practices for using the Gospel in prayer and reflection about your life. No previous experience in Scripture study is necessary. Topics. Week 1: The Writing of the Gospels Week ...

It is in Luke’s Gospel that we read the parable of the Good Samaritan, a foreigner who treats his enemy as his dearest friend. We read the Prodigal Son, and weep as the father runs out to meet ...

One key example: The Gospel of Luke and the Acts of the Apostles, which carry the story of Jesus’ followers forward after his alleged resurrection, seem to have the same author, and the ...

Matthew and Luke both feature Jesus’ birth, but they offer very different accounts. Each Gospel highlights different parts in the story and omits others, placing their emphasis on specific elements.

It will also introduce practices for using the Gospel in prayer and reflection about your life. No previous experience in Scripture study is necessary. Topics. Week 1: The Writing of the Gospels Week ...