Opening Up Luke’s Gospel (Opening Up Commentary)

by Gavin Childress

Publisher:

Day One

, 2006

Overview

The Gospel of Luke makes remarkable reading. It introduces us to many people the other Gospels don't mention; it shows the compassion of Jesus in a special way; it is the only Gospel written by a Gentile. Let Gavin Childress guide you through its message in easy stages, and there is plenty to think (and talk) about in the discussion points at the end of each chapter.

Contents

Top Highlights

“He knew that what was prophesied would come to pass” (Page 196)

“We often think in our society that to have an impact we must harness the forces of earthly power. If only Christians controlled TV! If only Christians ruled the nations! Yet God’s way is often very different. The Gospel of Luke teaches us that God can take obscure and poor people and use them to transform the world.” (Page 22)

“However uncomfortable the commands of Christ may sound, let those who claim to follow him be swift to obey his voice.” (Page 45)

“The desire to build the tower is not enough. We cannot enter Christ’s kingdom by our desires alone, but by the practical outworking of faith.” (Page 135)

“Doubt is always a stain upon one’s character, and God regards questioning his word as a sin rather than merely a weakness.” (Page 14)

Product Details

• Title: Opening Up Luke’s Gospel
• Author: Gavin Childress
• Publisher: Day One
• Publication Date: 2006
• Pages: 224

About Gavin Childress

Gavin Childress and his wife Kathy have six children (three girls and three boys). Gavin pursued a career in social work until he was called to the ministry. He has been pastor of Grace Baptist Chapel in Tottenham, London, since 1987. Gavin is co-author with Audrey Dooley of Reading your Bible: A Starter's Guide.