Summary of the Bible Book of Luke

The Gospel of Luke is the third book of the New Testament, and it tells the story of Jesus of Nazareth. Written by a physician named Luke, it focuses on the humanity of Jesus, his mission to save people, and his message of salvation for all.

Luke’s gospel account includes many well-known parables, such as the Good Samaritan and the Prodigal Son. It also tells the story of the birth of Jesus, his miracles, and his death and resurrection.

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Chapter 1: Angel Gabriel announces the birth of John the Baptist and Jesus. Mary’s song of praise. (Featured verse: "For nothing is impossible with God." – Luke 1:37)

Chapter 2: Jesus is born in Bethlehem. Angels announce good news to shepherds. Jesus presented in temple. (Featured verse: "Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests." – Luke 2:14)

Chapter 3: John the Baptist prepares the way for Jesus. Jesus baptized. Genealogy of Jesus. (Featured verse: "You are my Son, whom I love; with you I am well pleased." – Luke 3:22)

Chapter 4: Jesus tempted in the desert. Jesus begins his ministry. Jesus rejected in Nazareth. (Featured verse: "Jesus returned to Galilee in the power of the Spirit." – Luke 4:14)

Chapter 5: Jesus calls his first disciples. Jesus heals a man with leprosy. Jesus forgives and heals a paralyzed man. (Featured verse: "Don’t be afraid; from now on you will fish for people." – Luke 5:10)

Chapter 6: Jesus heals a man’s withered hand. Sermon on the plain. Love your enemies. (Featured verse: "Blessed are you who are poor, for yours is the kingdom of God." – Luke 6:20)

Chapter 7: Jesus heals a centurion’s servant. Jesus raises a widow’s son. John the Baptist sends his disciples to Jesus. (Featured verse: "I tell you, I have not found such great faith even in Israel." – Luke 7:9)

Chapter 8: Parable of the sower. Jesus calms a storm. Jesus heals a demon-possessed man. (Featured verse: "Your faith has healed you; go in peace." – Luke 8:48)

Chapter 9: Jesus sends out the twelve disciples. Feeding of the five thousand. Peter declares Jesus as the Messiah. (Featured verse: "Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross daily and follow me." – Luke 9:23)

Chapter 10: Jesus sends out seventy-two disciples. Parable of the good Samaritan. Mary and Martha. (Featured verse: "But the Lord replied, ‘My dear Martha, you are worried and upset over all these details!’" – Luke 10:41)

Chapter 11: Lord’s Prayer. Jesus accused of being possessed by Beelzebul. Sign of Jonah. (Featured verse: "For everyone who asks receives; the one who seeks finds; and to the one who knocks, the door will be opened." – Luke 11:10)

Chapter 12: Parable of the rich fool. Do not worry. Be ready for the Son of Man’s return. (Featured verse: "But seek his kingdom, and these things will be given to you as well." – Luke 12:31)

Chapter 13: Repent or perish. Healing of a crippled woman. Parables of the mustard seed and yeast. (Featured verse: "Make every effort to enter through the narrow door, because many, I tell you, will try to enter and will not be able to." – Luke 13:24)

Chapter 14: Healing of a man with dropsy. Parable of the great banquet. Cost of being a disciple. (Featured verse: "Whoever has ears to hear, let them hear." – Luke 14:35)

Chapter 15: Parables of the lost sheep, lost coin, and prodigal son. (Featured verse: "But we had to celebrate and be glad, because this brother of yours was dead and is alive again; he was lost and is found." – Luke 15:32)

Chapter 16: Parable of the shrewd manager. Rich man and Lazarus. (Featured verse: "No one can serve two masters. Either you will hate the one and love the other, or you will be devoted to the one and despise the other." – Luke 16:13)

Chapter 17: Faith of a mustard seed. Healing of ten lepers. Coming kingdom of God. (Featured verse: "Your faith has made you well." – Luke 17:19)

Chapter 18: Parable of the persistent widow. Little children come to Jesus. Rich ruler. (Featured verse: "What is impossible with man is possible with God." – Luke 18:27)

Chapter 19: Zacchaeus the tax collector. Parable of the ten minas. Triumphal entry into Jerusalem. (Featured verse: "For the Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost." – Luke 19:10)

Chapter 20: Authority of Jesus questioned. Parable of the tenants. Paying taxes to Caesar. (Featured verse: "Give to Caesar what is Caesar’s, and to God what is God’s." – Luke 20:25)

Chapter 21: Widow’s offering. Signs of the end times. (Featured verse: "Heaven and earth will pass away, but my words will never pass away." – Luke 21:33)

Chapter 22: The Last Supper. Jesus arrested. Peter denies Jesus. (Featured verse: "Father, if you are willing, take this cup from me; yet not my will, but yours be done." – Luke 22:42)

Chapter 23: Jesus before Pilate. Crucifixion and death of Jesus. (Featured verse: "Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing." – Luke 23:34)

Chapter 24: Resurrection of Jesus. Road to Emmaus. Jesus ascends into heaven. (Featured verse: "Why do you look for the living among the dead? He is not here; he has risen!" – Luke 24:5-6)

Read the entire book of Luke to discover Jesus’ message of salvation for all. His humanity, miracles, and salvation will inspire and encourage you.