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New Testament Survey
CHAPTER THREE
LUKE
OBJECTIVES:
Upon completion of this chapter you will be able to:
- Name the author of the book of Luke.
- Identify to whom the book of Luke was written.
- State the purpose for the book of Luke.
- Write the Key Verse of the book of Luke from memory.
- State the Life and Ministry Principle for the book of Luke.
INTRODUCTION
AUTHOR: Luke
TO WHOM: All believers, although the first intended audience was the Greeks to whom he presented Jesus as the perfect man. He also addresses one specific believer, Theophilus.
PURPOSE: The purpose is to write an orderly account of the ministry of Jesus (Luke 1:1-4).
KEY VERSE: Luke 19:10
LIFE AND MINISTRY PRINCIPLE: Our mission is identical to that of Jesus: To reach the lost with the good news of the Gospel.
MAIN CHARACTERS: Jesus, the twelve disciples
OUTLINE
Part One: Preparation
Luke 1:1-2:52
I. Introduction:
A. The note to Theophilus: Luke 1:1-4
B. The vision of Zechariah: Luke 1:5-25
C. The vision of Mary: Luke 1:26-38
D. The visit of Mary to Elizabeth: Luke 1:39-56
E. The birth of John the Baptist: Luke 1:57-80