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How does Luke begin his Gospel?
He gives the reader a prologue so they know it is all true.
To whom does he address his Gospel?
Theophilus.
Who is Theophilus?
Anyone that is interested in learning about God.
Although they were righteous, what did Zechariah and Elizabeth lack?
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What happened when Zechariah was chosen to burn incense inside the sanctuary?
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What news did Zechariah learn from the angel of the Lord?
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What were they (Zechariah and Elizabeth) to name their son?
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He will go before him in the spirit and power of _____ to turn the hearts of fathers...to prepare a people fit for the Lord.
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What is the angel of the Lord's name?
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What was Zechariah's punishment for questioning the angel?
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To whom was Gabriel sent in the sixth month?
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Where was the angel sent in the sixth month?
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How did the angel greet Mary?
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What will the child of Mary's name be?
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What other titles will Jesus have? (Select all that apply)
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What was Mary's final response to the angel?
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Who did Mary visit?
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How did Elizabeth greet Mary?
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What happened to Elizabeth when Mary visited her?
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What prayers can be found in the beginning of Luke? (Select all that apply)
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What did Caesar Augustus decree?
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Where did Joseph and Mary go?
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What happened when the Holy Family was in Bethlehem?
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Where did Mary put the child?
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Why did Mary lay Jesus in a manger?
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Who appeared to shepherds in the area?
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What was the angel of the Lord's message to the shepherds?
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What was the sign by which the shepherds would recognize the child?
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Why did the Holy Family go to Jerusalem?
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What was promised to Simeon?
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How did Mary and Joseph react to Simeon's words?
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Who else in the Temple recognized Jesus?
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What happened when they (the Holy Family) went to Jerusalem when Jesus was 12 years old?
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Where did Joseph and Mary find Jesus after three days?
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Study Notes
Introduction to Luke's Gospel
- Luke begins his Gospel with a prologue to affirm authenticity and truth.
- Addressed to Theophilus, providing a structured account of events.
Theophilus
- Theophilus is a figure symbolizing anyone eager to learn about God.
- Represents individuals with a genuine interest in divine matters.
Zechariah and Elizabeth
- Zechariah and Elizabeth were righteous but childless due to Elizabeth's barrenness and old age.
- Zechariah encounters the angel of the Lord while burning incense in the sanctuary.
Angelic Announcements
- Gabriel, named as the angel, announces that Elizabeth will bear a son named John.
- John is prophesied to come in the spirit and power of Elijah, preparing hearts for the Lord.
Mary's Encounter
- Gabriel visits Mary in Nazareth to announce she will conceive Jesus.
- Mary is greeted as “favored one” and is told “The Lord is with you.”
- Jesus is proclaimed as the "Son of the Most High" and "Son of God."
Mary's Acceptance
- Mary's response to Gabriel signifies her obedience: "Behold, I am the handmaid of the Lord..."
Visit to Elizabeth
- Mary visits Elizabeth, who recognizes the significance of Mary's pregnancy.
- Elizabeth greets Mary with a blessing, emphasizing her blessed status among women.
Birth and Early Life of Jesus
- Caesar Augustus decrees a census, prompting Joseph and Mary to travel to Bethlehem, King David's hometown.
- In Bethlehem, Mary gives birth to Jesus and lays Him in a manger due to lack of space in the inn.
Announcement to Shepherds
- An angel announces Jesus' birth to shepherds, declaring Him a Savior born in the city of David.
- The sign for recognition is a swaddled infant lying in a manger.
Presentation at the Temple
- The Holy Family goes to Jerusalem to present Jesus to the Lord, fulfilling the Law of Moses.
- Simeon, promised he would not die before seeing the Messiah, recognizes Jesus and amazes Mary and Joseph with his prophecy.
Recognition of Jesus
- Anna, from the tribe of Asher, also recognizes Jesus during the presentation at the Temple.
Jesus in the Temple
- When Jesus is twelve, He stays in Jerusalem without informing His parents, found in the Temple after three days of searching.
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Explore the key themes and characters in the introduction of Luke's Gospel. This quiz covers significant figures such as Theophilus, Zechariah, Elizabeth, and Mary, highlighting the angelic announcements and the prophecy of John the Baptist. Test your understanding of this foundational New Testament text.
