“Look at the Book” is Bible Gateway’s series of short blog posts and infographics introducing you to the books of the Bible. The Gospel of Luke speaks most to the marginalized of society and how Christ came especially for them.
Scroll to the bottom if you’d prefer to see (and save) this article as an infographic. You’ll also find a handy 30-day reading guide. Or, for a challenge, you can do it in one week using the 7-day reading guide below.
Summary
Luke presents the works and teachings of Jesus that are most essential for understanding the way of salvation. Also focuses on the grace of God as revealed in Jesus and given to those who seem least worthy in society to receive it.
- Category: Gospels
- Theme: Marginalized
- Timeline: Written together with Acts around 60 AD
Key Verse
“For the Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost.” — Luke 19:10 (NIV)
A Feast of Grace
Jesus is called “a glutton and a drunkard, a friend of tax collectors and sinners.” Eating and drinking were so important in the mission of Jesus because they were a sign of his friendship with the marginalized. His “excess” of food and “excess” of grace are linked.
Luke records 9 instances of Jesus eating with people, and at least another 11 instances of Jesus referencing eating.
7 Day Reading Guide
(See 30-day guide below.)
- Day 1: Luke 1-2
- Day 2: Luke 3-6
- Day 3: Luke 7-9
- Day 4: Luke 10-13
- Day 5: Luke 14-17
- Day 6: Luke 18-21
- Day 7: Luke 22-24
Hungry, Anyone?
“In Luke’s Gospel Jesus is either going to a meal, at a meal, or coming from a meal.” — Robert Karris
Access the rest of the series. Browse Bible studies for each book of the Bible. Or right-click on the infographic below to download and save the image for your reference.
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