Gospel of LukeAntwon Allen

Josh FurnariJack Harmon

CJ Holt

EXPERIENCETell one thing you love about one another

BackgroundLuke was a Gentile Christian,Born in Antioch SyriaHe was an EvangelistHe wrote in Greek He died in Boeotia GreeceHe wrote the third and longest Gospel

Time of the GospelThe Gospel of Luke was written between 80 –

100 AD

To whom it was writtenThe Gospel of Luke was written to a certain

Theophilus, which is Greek for a lover of God. It is not known if Theophilus was a real

person. The Gospel is a historical account of Jesus.

Image of JesusLuke portrays a compassionate Jesus A Jesus who is the Savior and reaches out to

people, especially the poor. A Jesus that does daily good deeds

Sample passage(s)The Good Samaritan and the Prodigal Son

are examples of this Gospel’s unique purpose or character

The most important RQ question for this chapter The most important question for this chapter

is “What is Luke’s understanding of Salvation History?”

Major ThemesJesus as a prophetThe Church continues Jesus’ prophetic

ministryThe role of the Holy Spirit in salvation historyPrayer, joy, peaceThe special role of Mary and womenBiographical background

Reflectionhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LxGspwvib

asWhy would Luke be inspired to write the

Gospels?What would make him portray Jesus as a

compassionate savior who is sympathetic with the poor?

Why would he include parables like the Good Samaritan and the Prodigal Son?

Why would he place so much emphasis on the Golden Rule?

ActionFollow and remember the Golden Rule!