He is universally regarded as the author of the book. These bible commentaries are easy to read and understand. Luke was probably the only nonjew called of god to write a bible book. An additional complication with luke commentaries is that the are often linked with acts. Mary is not the only one to receive the lords rhema. Commentary on the book of gospel of luke by matthew henry. A commentary on the gospel of luke southside christian. Lukes second book, acts, continues the story after jesus went back to heaven. While lukes name never appears in this gospel, ancient christian tradition unanimously ascribes the book to him. Luke with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading matthew henrys commentary on the whole bible book of luke. Of the 20 miracles recorded in luke, only 5 appear in 9.
A commentary on the gospel of luke by pastor galen l. It all begins with god by marie wetherill and keith simons. Since these commentaries were so successful, the original authors were. Many scientists suppose that luke wrote it during the 2 yearimprisonment of the apostle paul in caesarea compare peculiarities. Luke commentary matthew henry commentary on the whole bible. Exposition of the book of luke syllabus course description this course is an expositional study of the book of luke. A commentary for bible students wesbc, 2007, devotional pastoral. And as he unfolded the book, he found the place where it was written. Interpreters have no right to isolate one aspect of truth by excluding others. In addition to the devotional commentary on luke by dr. Luke 2 niv bible in those days caesar augustus issued a. Greens commentary on luke in the nicnt series represents something of a renaissance for that series.
Lukes gospel free bible commentary in easy english. He is sure to point out references to creation and jesus circumcision that a gentile audience would not have known. Apr 29, 2007 volume 10 of the expositors bible commentary ebc, revised edition, covering luke, john, and acts, contains some of the most highly rated volumes in the beloved series. The gospel of luke was probably written during the years 55 to 60 ac. Key personalities include adam, eve, noah, abraham, sarah, isaac, rebekah, jacob, and joseph. Vernon mcgees unique brand of rubbermeetstheroad teaching. Recommended sites bible info questions with answers in major world languages. Luke 1 luke 2 the narrative which this evangelist gives us or rather god by him of the life of christ begins earlier than either matthew or mark.
Gospel of luke, the book of luke commentary, bible study. Second principle the second principle is to identify the literary units. Read and study luke, including book summary, with the versebyverse bible commentary. Epaphras, my fellow prisoner in christ jesus, sends you greetings.
Click here for an exhaustive list of content on luke. For personal study, i suggest you start at the beginning of a chapter or book. Lukes history of the life of the great physician emphasizes his ministry toand compassion forgentiles, samaritans, women, children, tax collectors. Twentyone of the 28 parables that occur in luke are found in 10. Luke commentary john gills exposition of the bible.
Many sins are forgiven her, because she hath loved much. It is intended to help you better understand some of the background and issues in. In britain and america like currents are observable. God makes adam and eve and everything genesis 1224. These words suggest that mary and joseph had other children from their normal marriage relationship.
This bible studys 16 lessons trace lukes story from the announcement of jesus birth, through his ministry in galilee and his training of the disciples on the way to jerusalem, to his submission to the crucifixion and his ultimate triumph in the. His mother and brothers may have come to rescue jesus and to take him home. Intro to luke biblica the international bible society. Matthew henrys commentary on the whole bible book of luke kindle edition by matthew henry. May 24, 2012 an additional complication with luke commentaries is that the are often linked with acts. Jesus, the son of adam the message of luke capitol hill baptist. Later in luke we read about those who believe the message and are saved luke 8. The gospel of luke is unique in that is a meticulous historyan orderly account luke 1. Written by the same author and for the same purpose, both were addressed to a christian named theophilus and were designed for the purpose of presenting to him a complete and well authenticated narrative of the early history of the christian movement. They also served god by telling people his message.
Remember the basic content and message of the gospel of luke. God gave this lone gentile writer a great privilege. Since these commentaries were so successful, the original authors were kept with one additional collaborator on luke. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading matthew henrys commentary on the whole bible book. Luke was the only gentile to write a book of the bible, and he clearly wrote his gospel with a gentile audience in mind. This is unfortunate, since his works contain priceless gems of information that are found nowhere except in the ancient writings of the jews. Study the bible online using commentary on luke and more. Commentary on the book of gospel of luke by matthew henry new.
Luke 2 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary by albert barnes, a dedicated student of the bible, continues to be very popular even today. In lukes second volume, the book of acts, we continue to learn about those who believe the lords message of good news acts 4. The genre of genesis is a narrative history, and genealogies. Lukes gospel tells the story of the life and work of jesus. Yet most people today have never heard of john gill. For this reason, this study guide commentary is designed to provide an introduction to each book of the bible. He is universally regarded as the author of the book of acts. John gills exposition of the bible he preached in the same church as c.
They are addressed to the same individual, theophilus, and the second volume refers to the first. Matthew henrys commentary on the whole biblebook of luke. Cheyne, who wrote a helpful commentary on the prophecies of isa 188081, and subsequently commentaries on micah and hosea cambridge bible, jeremiah pulpit commentary, and on the book of psalms 1884, has become more and more extreme in his opinions. Luke says that there was an empirewide census during these years, specifically at the time when quirinius was in charge of syria. It is intended to help you better understand some of the background and issues in luke.
But few people doubt that luke did write this book. Harolds depth of exegesis of the text is here evident. Matthew henry 18 october 1662 22 june 1714 was an english commentator on the bible, who published his works in 1706, sixvolume exposition of the old. This commentary is based upon my personal devotional notes and reflections on the gospel of luke. Wherefore he hath anointed me to preach the gospel to the poor, he hath sent me to heal the contrite of heart, 19 to preach deliverance to the captives, and sight to the blind, to set at liberty them that are bruised, to preach the. Matthew henry 18 october 1662 22 june 1714 was an english commentator on the bible, who published his works in 1706, sixvolume exposition of the old and new testaments 17081710 or complete commentary, provides an exhaustive verse by verse study of the bible, covering the. Because he also wrote the book of acts which makes up the second volume of this gospel, luke wrote more of. Date dating luke is largely dependent on the relationship of the gospel of luke to acts, the relation. Doughty southside christian church february 20 introduction. This gospel presents jesus as the climactic turning point in world history, and it sets the stage for lukes second volumethe acts of the apostles. Many others have tried to give a report of the things that happened among us to complete gods plan. Lukes vivid, fastmoving report offers a gospel of reconciliation and celebration. A jewish audience would have assumed jesus was circumcised on the 8 th day. Read luke commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete.
What follows is an an organized and curated list of content. Listen to chuck swindolls overview of luke in his audio message from the classic series gods masterwork. Lukes uniqueness is especially seen in the amount of material devoted to jesus closing ministry in judea and perea. D edmond hiebert a practical, warmhearted exposition by a conservative scholar. It is the longest of the four gospels and the only one whose author wrote a sequel acts. You can find the best commentary on luke for you using the tools on the right side. This material is predominantly made up of accounts of jesus discourses. Luke commentary matthew henry commentary on the whole. It doesnt really seem that important to the story of jesus, or even to the story of john, that there was a disagreement about what to name him. Book of luke overview insight for living ministries. Luke bible book with full chapters king james version. Luke 6, new international version niv the bible app.
After retiring from the pastorate, he set up radio headquarters in pasadena, and the radio ministry expanded rapidly. And so do mark, aristarchus, demas and luke, my fellow workers. Course objectives after completing this course the student will. Best commentaries and books on luke logos bible software. The gospel of luke and the book of acts are closely related. May 02, 2020 the gospel of luke is unique in that is a meticulous historyan orderly account luke 1. The bible book of luke with full chapters, footnotes and bible commentary to aid your bible search, reading, and study. Vernon mcgees unique brand of rubbermeets the road teaching, or his passion for teaching the whole word of god. One ancient prologue written to introduce the gospel describes luke as a syrian from antioch. If correct this would likely make luke the only gentile author in the new testament. Sproul titled a walk with god, the following are five of the most generally.
The authors name does not appear in the book, but much unmistakable evidence points to luke. This gospel is a companion volume to the book of acts, and the language and structure of these two books indicate that both were written by the same person. Matthew henry 18 october 1662 22 june 1714 was an english commentator on the bible, who published his works in 1706, sixvolume exposition of the old and new testaments 17081710 or complete commentary, provides an exhaustive verse by verse study of the bible, covering the whole of the old testament, and the gospels and acts in the new testament. Luke bible book with full chapters new international. Luke is the only gospel writer to record it, and although it is interesting, it doesnt really seem that significant. The gospel of luke does not mention lukes name as the author. Luke reveals jesus as the man who came to save all.
Bible explained bible commentary study of each verse in. The gospel of luke bob utley professor of hermeneutics biblical interpretation study guide commentary series new testament, vol. There are not as many great commentaries on luke as there are on matthew or john, but there are some. For a broader view look at the comments in the right column. Volume 10 of the expositors bible commentary ebc, revised edition, covering luke, john, and acts, contains some of the most highly rated volumes in the beloved series. Read your own bible, the bible as quoted on this site, and my comments.
We have reason to thank god for them all, as we have for all the gifts and graces of christs ministers, which in one make up what is wanting in the other, while all put together make a harmony. Luke 2 commentary albert barnes notes on the whole bible. Luke says that there was an empirewide census during these years, specifically at. Gospel of luke, the book of luke commentary, bible study wherefore i say to thee. And they that sat at meat with him began to say within themselves.
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