Episode Reading the Gospels--How to Read... Luke
Over the course of these four weeks Bill Crowder leads the group in thinking through the four gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke, John), and explores some elements that could help our understanding of these important accounts as we read and study them. The more we comprehend the settings of these witnesses to the life and work of Jesus, the more accessible his story becomes to us. Join the Discover the Word group as they have this important discussion about how to read the Gospels so we understand--not misunderstand--the life of Jesus.
Chapter 1
This week on Discover the Word, Bill Crowder, Elisa Morgan, Daniel Ryan Day, and Rasool Berry continue their conversations about how to read the Gospels by focusing on how to read what the only non-Jewish writer in the New Testament wrote. Who was “Luke” and how does he contribute to our understanding of the story of Jesus and why He came? Be part of the group as we meet the Gentile author behind the third gospel in the New Testament as we begin a week about How to Read Luke.
Chapter 2
In this episode, the Discover the Word team continues to look at how the historian and Gospel writer Luke describes the life, mission, and purpose of Jesus. Discover the extremely small, and yet incredibly large audience the Gospel of Luke was intended to reach, as the group explores how knowing his audience shapes How to Read Luke.
Chapter 3
In 20 words or less—could you tell me what a good movie, a favorite book, or an interesting article you’ve read is about? “In 20 words or less can be difficult,” but succinctly describing “the big idea” of some communication can be really helpful. In this chapter of Discover the Word, Bill, Daniel, Rasool, and Elisa sit around the table to discuss the one short sentence Luke shaped his gospel account around. What is “the big idea” of the Gospel of Luke?
Chapter 4
In the previous episode of Discover the Word, the group discovered that “Jesus came to seek and save the lost” is a good way to summarize “the big idea” of what the Gospel of Luke is about. Join Bill, Elisa, Daniel, and Rasool in this conversation as they demonstrate how Luke wrote each section of his telling of the life of Jesus with that “big idea” in mind. Another insightful discussion on How to Read Luke…
Chapter 5
Have you ever thought about what it would be like to only have one of the gospel accounts? Instead of four, just one? Well, in this edition of Discover the Word, Daniel, Rasool, Elisa, and Bill consider that question as they wrap up their study of Luke’s gospel account by exploring some of the key details that make this book unique. If we only had Luke, what impact might that have on how we read his account of the life of Jesus? Be part of this final chapter of How to Read Luke.