Though Luke does not mention his name in this, the longest book of the New Testament, inspired by the Holy Spirit, there is no doubt that he was the author. The only Gentile writer of Scripture, Luke was a very careful scholar. He introduces his writing in the classical Greek style, likely relating to the more sophisticated addressee “most excellent Theophilus” and others like him. In his well-researched account he emphases salvation for all and includes many events not recorded in the other gospels.
Lessons
Luke, Chapter 1
Luke, Chapter 2
Luke, Chapter 3
Luke, Chapter 4
Luke, Chapter 5
Luke, Chapter 6
Luke, Chapter 7
Luke, Chapter 8
Luke, Chapter 9
Luke, Chapter 10
Luke,Chapter 11
Luke, Chapter 12
Luke, Chapter 13
Luke, Chapter 14
Luke, Chapters 15 & 16
Luke, Chapter 17
Luke, Chapter 18
Luke, Chapter 19
Luke, Chapter 20
Luke, Chapter 21
Luke, Chapter 1
It is recommended that you read the entire chapter to begin, then review the scripture listed for each day.
Luke 1:1-4
1. What activity did Luke attribute to many people in verse 1?
2. From verse 2, what was the source of their accounts?
3. From John 15:27, what would have been the motivation for Jesus’ disciples to write accounts of what happened?
4. From verse 3, for whom did Luke originally prepare his account of events?
a. What other record did Luke prepare for this man? See Acts 1:1.
5. From verse 4, what is the reason Luke is writing this account?
6. What do we learn about Luke in Colossians 4:14 and what characteristic of his profession might lend itself to being a good historian?
Luke 1:5-25
1. Who does Luke introduce in verse 5?
2. What is significant about the linage of the husband and wife?
3. What do we learn about them in verse 7?
4. In verses 11-15, who appeared to Zachariah in the sanctuary and what did he say to him?
5. In verse 19, what reason does the messenger give for the validity of his message to Zachariah?
6. From verse 16, what was to be the task of this child?
7. What were the consequences of Zachariah’s disbelief?
8. How did the messenger’s proclamation become true in verse 24?
Luke 1:26-38
1. What did the angel Gabriel do in verses 26-28?
2. How did Mary’s response in verses 29-38 differ from that of Zachariah?
3. What did Gabriel say in verse 37 and why would it have been important to affirm this at that time?
4. Describe an example from your own life that affirms the truth of Gabriel’s statement in verse 37.
Luke 1:39-56
1. Next, Mary went to visit her cousin Elizabeth in Judah. What happened at Mary’s greeting?
2. What would account for Elizabeth realizing that Mary carried the Messiah in her womb?
3. What was the reason Elizabeth’s child jumped for joy in her womb?
4. Mary was surely blessed to be the earthly source for the arrival of the Messiah. Do you think this blessing makes her co-equal with the One who she gave birth to? Explain your answer.
5. What is the essence of Mary’s song of praise in verses 46-55?
Luke 1:57-80
1. What promise was fulfilled in verse 57?
2. Why was this a blessing to Zachariah and Elizabeth?
3. Read Genesis 17:9-14. What is the significance of circumcision of the Hebrew male?
4. Why did Zachariah and Elizabeth name their child John (see 1:13)?
5. Why do you think Zachariah could speak again after confirming the name of his son to be John?
6. What was the response of the community and what was the question on their minds in verses 65-66?
7. In Zachariah’s prophecy and prayer in verses 67-79, what are the highlights to come and the reason for them?
Luke, Chapter 2
It is recommended that you read the entire chapter to begin, then review the scripture listed for each day.
Luke 2:1-7
1. Why did Joseph and Mary travel to Bethlehem?
2. Why was it significant that Joseph was a descendant of King David? Read Psalm 89:3-4 and Isaiah 9:6-7.
3. What had the prophet Micah said about Bethlehem hundreds of years prior to this? See Micah 5:2.
4. What circumstance led to the baby being placed in a manger?
5. Imagine yourself in Mary’s situation. You are lodging in an area used to shelter animals and have just placed your precious newborn in a trough that animals ate from. What do you think Mary’s thoughts were in light of what she had been told in Luke 1:31-33? What would your thoughts have been?
Luke 2:8-20
1. To whom did the angel appear to announce Christ’s birth?
2. In light of all the possibilities for the birth announcement, do you think this was a strange group to announce the birth of Israel’s Messiah to? Explain your answer.
3. What event of the Christmas narrative did Luke not mention in his account? See Matthew 2:9-11.
4. What did the shepherds do after the angels left and what did they find?
5. What was the next thing the shepherds did in verse 17?
6. Telling others about Jesus has been the response of every believer since His birth. Read Acts 1:8. These shepherds shared their experience. Describe something in your own experience with God that should be shared with others as a way to help them know God.
Luke 2:21-24
1. What took place on the eighth day?
2. What is the definition of a covenant? (Consult a dictionary if needed.)
3. Read Genesis 17:3-14. What was God’s covenant with Abraham according to verses 4-6?
a. According to verse 7, how long was the covenant to be in effect?
b. What was the purpose of circumcision?
4. God’s covenant promise was renewed with Moses after the Israelites were set free from Egypt. Read Exodus 19:5-6.
a. What was the condition God gave to the people?
b. God began to give more specifics on the requirement of obedience in Exodus 20. How do we refer to these instructions?
c. What was the people’s response to the covenant in Exodus 24:3?
d. While Moses was on the mountain receiving further instructions from God, what did the people do according to Exodus 32:1-6?
5. We know that God’s first reaction to this situation was to want to destroy the people for this act of rebellion. (Exodus 32:10). After Moses’ prayer, God revealed Himself and His eternal plan more fully. Read Exodus 34:6-7. List the characteristics God revealed about Himself.
6. What does the baby in the manger further reveal about God’s character and faithfulness?
Luke 2:25-38
1. How do verses 25-26 describe Simeon?
2. What does Simeon’s prayer of praise in verses 29-32 reveal about the baby Jesus?
3. How do verses 36-37 describe Anna?
4. What was Anna’s reaction to seeing the child Jesus?
5. Do you think it was a coincidence or something else, that made Simeon and Anna be in the temple at that time? How do you think they were able to recognize who this child was?
Luke 2:39-52
1. What do we learn of Jesus’ childhood in verse 40?
2. Why did Joseph and Mary go to Jerusalem according to verses 41-42?
3. What was this 12 Year old Jesus found doing at the Temple?
4. Why didn’t Jesus think His parents should have been wondering where He was?
5. As a child, according to verse 52, Jesus grew in wisdom and stature and in favor with God. How do think He did that and how can we do the same in our lives today?
Luke, Chapter 3
It is recommended that you read the entire chapter to begin, then review the scripture listed for each day.
Luke 3:1-3
In chapter 3, Luke jumps ahead in the narrative to the adulthood of John and Jesus. Tiberius reigned in Rome from approximately AD14.
1. Why do you think it might it have been important for Luke to outline the various rulers at this time?
2. Annas and his son-in-law both had significant roles in condemning Jesus. See John 18:12-14; 19-24, and 28-30. What role did they have in Jesus’ trial before Pilate from verse 29-30?
3. From Luke 3:2, where was John living at this time and what happened to change his life?
4. From verse 3, what was John’s new role?
5. What, specifically, did baptism symbolize?
Luke 3:4-6
1. Read Isaiah 40 and answer the following questions:
a. From verses 1-2, what was the intended purpose of Isaiah’s proclamation from God?
b. What was the task of the voice shouting in verse 3?
2. Read Matthew 3:4. Describe John’s life in the wilderness.
3. From Luke 3:6, what will the Lord’s coming bring about?
4. While Isaiah and John are proclaiming salvation to Israel, who else is it intended for according to Acts 28:28?
Luke 3:7-9
1. How did John the Baptist refer to the crowds he was preaching to in verse 7?
2. Who else used this terminology? See Matthew 12:34.
3. Why do you think they used this terminology and what effect might it have on those listening?
4. What did John say was the real sign of true repentance?
5. From verse 8, what were the people relying on for salvation?
6. What are some similar things people today might be relying on for salvation?
Luke 3:10-14
1. What did the crowds ask in verse 10?
2. Read John 15:1-8 for more understanding of what it means to bear fruit, and answer the following questions:
a. What is the source of fruit-bearing in our lives?
b. How are the branches pruned and purified?
c. What happens to branches that do not bear fruit?
3. Luke 3:11-14 describes the specifics that John the Baptist gave for fruit-bearing in various roles or occupations. List what each one should do:
a. Those who have two shirts –
b. Those who have food –
c. Tax collectors –
d. Soldiers –
4. What does the fruit of salvation look like in your life today?
Luke 3:15-38
1. What were the people expecting?
2. What was John’s answer to them as they wondered if he was the expected Messiah?
3. Why did Herod put John in prison?
4. In verse 21, who also came to John for baptism?
5. What descended on him and what did the voice from heaven reveal?
6. How old was Jesus as He began His ministry?
7. Peruse the names of Jesus’ ancestors. List the names you recognize. Describe the story of one or two.
Luke, Chapter 4
It is recommended that you read the entire chapter to begin, then review the scripture listed for each day.
Luke 4:1-2
1. Where was Jesus led by the Holy Spirit after His baptism at the Jordan River?
2. According to verse 2, who met Him there and what happened?
3. Jesus’ time in the wilderness for 40 days is thought by some to serve the same purpose as Israel’s 40 years wandering in the wilderness. Read Deuteronomy 8:2. What were God’s purposes in the wilderness experience?
4. Many people have had wilderness experiences in their lives. Share about one from your own life or that of someone you know. How did it seem that God was working in it? Do you see a truth in this related to Deuteronomy 8:2
Luke 4:3-13
1. As Satan was testing Jesus in the wilderness, what was the basis for Jesus’ response in each case? See verses 4, 8, and 12.
2. In verse 10, how does Satan try to use Jesus’ own tactics against Him?
3. Why was this not effective?
4. As Satan misused scripture, we encounter people doing this same thing today. What do you think our defense should be in these situations?
5. Although Satan left Jesus at that time, according to verse 13 when would he return?
6. What do you think that implies about Satan?
Luke 4:14-21
1. According to Matthew 4:12, what event preceded Jesus’ return to Galilee?
2. What did He do there on a regular basis, according to verse 16?
3. What did Isaiah prophesy according to the text Jesus read in the synagogue in Nazareth (verses 17-19)?
4. What is the meaning of Jesus’ statement in verse 21 regarding Isaiah’s prophecy?
Luke 4:22-30
1. How did the people hearing Jesus respond to Him according to verse 15 and 22?
2. What change of attitude do we see in verse 28?
3. What is Jesus pointing out to the people regarding the help that God sent through Elijah and Elisha in verses 25-27?
4. Why do you think this would make them furious?
5. Jesus easily escaped their efforts to kill Him by pushing Him over the cliff. What does that suggest about His later capture and death?
Luke 4:31-44
1. Verse 40 describes a main part of Jesus’ ministry. What was it?
2. According to verse 41, what afflicted many of them?
3. What did the demons or evil spirits recognize immediately about Jesus according to verses 34 and 41?
4. According to verse 41 and Mark 1:34, did Jesus want the evil spirits to reveal His identity as Messiah?
5. Why do you think Jesus would not want His identify to be revealed in this way?
6. According to verse 43, what did Jesus see as His main responsibility on earth at that time?
Luke, Chapter 5
It is recommended that you read the entire chapter to begin, then review the scripture listed for each day.
Luke 5:1-11
1. What did Jesus do after first stepping into Simon’s boat?
2. What advice did Jesus give Simon in verse 4?
3. Why was Simon hesitant to do as Jesus told him?
4. What was the reason Simon finally decided to go out and let down the nets (verse 5)?
5. Is there an example from your life, or someone you know, where following Jesus seemed unreasonable at first but a blessing came from obedience? Please describe it.
6. From verse 10, what was Jesus’ true calling for Simon?
Luke 5:12 – 16
1. What was the sickness of the man who came to Jesus in this passage?
2. From his statement to Jesus, what was a necessary condition for Jesus to heal him?
3. What role does this same condition have in our own prayer requests?
4. After healing the man, what was Jesus’ instruction to him in verse 14?
5. Read Leviticus 14:1-10 to review some of the requirements for purification from a skin disease. What do you think the symbolic and practical reasons for this process could be?
Luke 5:17 – 21
1. Who was present from all over Galilee, Judea and even Jerusalem as Jesus was healing people?
2. Describe how the paralyzed man got access to Jesus in spite of overwhelming crowds?
3. From verse 20, what did Jesus ascribe their effort to and what did He do as a result?
4. How did the Pharisees and Jewish leaders respond to this?
5. If you had witnessed this extraordinary event, the healing of many people, what can you imagine your thoughts would have been at that time as you saw all this taking place?
6. Do you think the thoughts of the Pharisees and rulers were on target or off? Explain your answer.
Luke 5:22 -26
1. Jesus responded to the thoughts (not words) of the Pharisees and teachers of the Law. What does that say about Him? Also read Psalm 139:1-2.
2. What did Jesus say he could have said to accomplish the same thing?
3. Read John 10:37-38 and Acts 2:22. Jesus’ miracles had a purpose. What was it?
4. From Luke 5:24, what were the healings and miracles of Jesus intended demonstrate?
5. From verses 25-26, what did the man do in common with all the people who witnessed his healing?
6. When God’s works are apparent, how important do you think it is to praise God, and do you measure up to this?
Luke 5:27 – 39
1. What was Jesus’ invitation to Levi, the tax collector?
2. What was Levi’s response in verse 28?
3. In what way do you think we should emulate Levi in deciding to follow Jesus?
4. What was the basis of the complaint of the Pharisees and teachers of the Law at the banquet at Levi’s house?
5. In Jesus’ response in verses 31-32, what did sick people or doctors have to do with the banquet?
6. What do you think is the point that Jesus is making with His response to the Pharisees regarding fasting?
Luke, Chapter 6
It is recommended that you read the entire chapter to begin, then review the scripture listed for each day.
Luke 6:1- 11
1. What was God’s commandment regarding the Sabbath? Read Exodus 20:8-10.
2. What are the two explanations given for rest on the Sabbath? See Exodus 20:11 and Deuteronomy 5:15.
3. How does Deuteronomy 23:25 apply to the situation in Luke 6:1?
4. Do you think Jesus and His disciples were harvesting grain as they walked through the fields? Explain.
5. As Jesus reminds them of what David did with the sacred bread, He is demonstrating an important principle. Read Matthew 12:5-8 and Hosea 6:6. What is more important than following specific laws?
6. As the Pharisees and religious teachers continued to try to trap Jesus, He boldly confronted their thinking. What was Jesus’ question in Luke 6:9?
7. How did the healing of the man’s deformed hand effect the Pharisees and religious teachers in verse 11?
8. What do you think this reveals about what was in their hearts?
Luke 6:12- 19 (Part 1)
1. In verse 12 we see Jesus preparing to make a very important decision about who He would select as Apostles. Describe what He did.
2. How do you think this can be a model for us?
3. In regards to the twelve who were selected to walk with Christ, they are called both disciples and apostles. Read Matthew 28:18-20 and John 6:66-69. From these Scriptures, what is your understanding of what it means to be a disciple of Christ and who can be one? Note: The definition of the Greek word “disciple” (Matheteu) is one who follows precepts and instructions of a teacher.
4. Read Luke 14:26-27, Matthew 16:24, and Luke 14:33, what are some things expected of a disciple?
5. In what ways are you a disciple?
Luke 6:12- 19 (Part 2)
1. The twelve Jesus selected were both disciples and apostles. The Greek word “apostolos” refers to a messenger or delegate, one commissioned by another to represent him/her in some way.
Do you think we have disciples and apostles today? If so, how are the original twelve distinct from disciples and apostles today?
2. Jesus called the twelve disciples to be set apart. Read Acts 1:20-22. What was a necessary qualification for the original apostles?
3. In 2 Corinthians 5:19-20, Paul reminds us that we are all to be messengers. What is the message we are to carry?
4. In what ways can you be engaged as an apostle or ambassador for Christ?
5. In Luke 6:17-18, Jesus seems to distinguish between two groups of people waiting for Him. Who were the two types of people waiting to hear Him?
Luke 6:20- 36
1. In Jesus’ lesson in verse 20-23, who receives God’s blessing and what is the blessing received?
2. Jesus predicts sorrow for others. Who are they and what will the result be for them?
3. What does Jesus say to do in verse 27-28?
4. Give an example from your life of how this has been a challenge.
5. Verse 31 is often seen as a basic guiding principle for life. How do you observe this in your own life?
6. In verse 32-34, what does Jesus say that sinners do?
7. How are we to go beyond what sinners are expected to do?
Luke 6:37- 48
1. In verse 38, Jesus talks about giving to others. What does He say will happen and how might that affect your behavior?
2. What is the point Jesus is making in describing the log in your eye in verses 41-42?
3. For verses 43-45, what determines whether our lives will produce good deeds and good words?
4. In verse 46-47, what does Jesus say is the real indicator of whether He is Lord of someone’s life?
5. Give an example of how Jesus has been the solid rock foundation in your life.
Luke, Chapter 7
It is recommended that you read the entire chapter to begin, then review the scripture listed for each day.
Luke 7:1- 10
1. Who was sick in verse 2 and what was his condition?
2. Why do you think the centurion (Roman officer) would have engaged the help of Jewish elders to seek Jesus’ help?
3. What reason for deserving Jesus’ help did the Jews give?
4. What do verses 6-7 say about the self-concept of the particular officer?
5. What is Jesus’ response in verse 9?
6. How do you think the Jewish people following Jesus would have felt hearing His statement regarding this Gentile?
Luke 7:11- 17
1. What was happening as Jesus approached the village of Nain?
2. Who was the young man who had died?
3. What is God’s attitude towards widows? Read Psalm 68:5; Isaiah 1:17; Proverbs 15:25; and Deuteronomy 10:18.
4. What was the result of Jesus’ words to the dead young man?
5. What was the reaction of the people watching?
6. What are your thoughts as you reflect on this miracle?
Luke 7:18- 23
1. Read Matthew 11:2-5. Where was John the Baptist at this time, preventing him from coming to Jesus himself?
2. What was the question John the Baptist wanted the answer to?
3. Jesus seems to give an indirect answer to John’s question. Read Isaiah 35:4-6 and 61:1. What does this imply about Jesus’ answer?
4. Jesus often referred to Scripture in his answers, His life and ministry. What instruction does this example give to the way you live your life?
Luke 7:24- 34
1. Who was Jesus speaking about in verses 24-26 and what did He say this man was?
2. Jesus again refers to Scripture. From verse 27, what was John the Baptist called to do?
3. In verses 31-32 Jesus uses an analogy of children playing. How were the children enticed to participate? (i.e. what songs were played)
4. From verses 7:33 and Mark 1:6, describe John the Baptist’s life.
a. Which type of song might John the Baptist be listening to?
b. How did the people respond to John the Baptist (Luke 7:33)?
5. From verse 34, which song would characterize Jesus’ life on earth? How did the people respond to Jesus?
6. If neither wedding nor funeral songs (as a metaphor) satisfied the people, what does that suggest about them?
Luke 7:36- 50
1. What was the occasion where the woman brought the expensive perfume to anoint Jesus?
2. What are the three acts of hospitality hinted at in verse 38 that Jesus expands on in verses 44-46?
3. What was the Pharisee’s concern in verse 39?
4. According to Jesus in verse 47, what was the reason behind the extraordinary acts of gratitude that this woman showed Jesus?
5. What was the basis of her salvation in verse 50?
6. Describe any example from your own life, or one you know of, that demonstrates the principle: a person who is forgiven much, loves much and vice versa.
Luke, Chapter 8
It is recommended that you read the entire chapter to begin, then review the scripture listed for each day.
Luke 8:1-15
1. Who accompanied Jesus on his travel to preach the gospel?
2. What is a parable, as used by Jesus, and why did He speak in parables (see verses 9-10)?
3. What did the seed represent in this parable?
4. List each type of soil and what happened to the seed that fell on it.
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5. In your own words, from this parable, what are the major dangers that prohibit the seed from taking hold?
Luke 8:16- 21
1. According to verse 16, what is the purpose of a lamp?
2. What will happen to secrets and things that are concealed or hidden?
3. From your personal experience what are some different ways people “listen” or “hear” what is spoken to them?
4. How would you describe good listening as Jesus is cautioning in verse 18?
5. For spiritual listening, what are ways we can affirm the truth of what we hear?
6. Who wanted to see Jesus in verse 19 but were prevented because of the crowds?
7. What is the point Jesus is making in verse 21? Read Hebrew 13:1 and 1 Peter 1:22.
Luke 8:22- 25
1. In verses 22-23, what happened when Jesus and His disciples started to sail across the lake?
2. What do you think it says about Jesus that He was able to sleep through the storm?
3. What was Jesus’ reaction to the disciples’ cry?
4. Read Psalms 65:7; 89:9; and 107:23-29. If Jesus’ disciples knew who He was, do you think the truth of these verses should have made a difference in their reaction? Explain.
5. How does knowing God’s word make a difference when you face the storms of life? Give a specific example if you can.
Luke 8:26- 39
1. What was the condition of the man who met Jesus as the boat landed in the region of Gerasenes?
2. In verse 28, what did the evil spirit do and say when he saw Jesus?
3. What is your understanding of who these demons or evil spirits were? Why would they recognize Jesus? See Revelation 12:7-9.
4. Why might the pigs have been a fitting destination for the demons? See Leviticus 11:7-8.
5. Describe the reaction of the people to the man’s miraculous healing, versus that of the man who was healed.
6. What was Jesus instruction to him in verse 39?
7. How is the healed man’s action in verse 39 an example for us?
Luke 8:40- 55
1. Who was Jairus and why did he want Jesus to go to his home?
2. What word was brought to Jairus in verse 49?
3. What did Jesus tell Jairus in verse 50?
4. What happened when Jesus spoke to the dead girl?
5. In the midst of this amazing miracle and resultant jubilation of the parents, what does Jesus tell them to do in verse 55b and what does that say to you about the level of His care and concern for His children?
Luke, Chapter 9
It is recommended that you read the entire chapter to begin, then review the scripture listed for each day.
Luke 9:1- 9
1. When Jesus called His 12 disciples to come together, what did He give them the ability to do?
2. What were they to do with those abilities?
3. Who specifically were they sent to and who was excluded? See Matthew 10:5-6.
4. What purpose did healing of the sick and other miracles have at that time? See John 20:30-31.
5. In verse 3, Jesus told them not to make the normal preparation for a journey. Why do you think He told them not to take these things?
6. In verse 5, what were they to do if they, and their message, were not received?
7. How might that inform our sharing the gospel today?
Luke 9:10- 17
1. Imagine yourself present as the disciples reported everything to Jesus upon their return from all the villages where they traveled. Describe what it may have been like.
2. In verse 11, Jesus wanted to get away privately with his disciples. What was Jesus’ reaction to the crowds that followed them? What does this tell you about Jesus’ priorities?
3. From verse 14, what was the size of the crowd?
4. Since they were in a remote place, there was no food available to purchase nearby. From verse 13, what did Jesus want them to do and what food was immediately available to them?
5. After Jesus blessed the loaves and fish, and all had eaten, what was left over?
6. As perhaps each disciple was holding in his hands a full basket that they could eat, what might their thoughts have been about God’s provision?
Luke 9:18- 27
1. What was the question Jesus asked His disciples in verse 18?
The people’s response as described in verse 19 shows that the people had some knowledge of Scripture. See Malachi 3:1, 4:5-6 and Deuteronomy 18:15.
2. Was the people’s knowledge of Scripture enough to bring them to a faith of salvation? How does this also apply to people today?
3. In Matthew 16:16-17, what does Jesus say is the source to be able to recognize the Savior?
4. What does Jesus say is necessary to be His follower in verses 23-24?
5. What are some ways people today hang on to life and actually end up losing it?
6. Ask in prayer if you have been guilty of hanging on to something that prevents you from following Christ fully. Write down anything God may be leading you to do.
Luke 9:28- 45
1. How did Jesus’ transformation on the mountain confirm what Peter said he believed about Jesus in Matthew 16:16?
2. From Luke 9:31, what were Moses and Elijah talking to Jesus about?
3. Jesus began to prepare His disciples for His departure. What did He reveal to them about this in verse 44?
4. How did the disciples react to this?
Luke 9:46- 62
1. As Jesus set out for Jerusalem, He was to pass through a Samaritan village. What was their reaction to His coming?
2. What did James and John want to do in response?
3. What do you think would have been behind this kind of attitude and why would Jesus rebuke them?
4. Along the way Jesus met several potential followers. What were some of the reasons given for a delay in following Jesus?
5. Why were these excuses not acceptable to Jesus?
6. What are some reasons people give today as barriers for following Jesus fully?
7. What does it mean to you to put Christ first in your life? What does it look like?
Luke, Chapter 10
It is recommended that you read the entire chapter to begin, then review the scripture listed for each day.
Luke 10:1- 4
1. What did Jesus do in verse 1?
2. Jesus had previously sent his 12 disciples in a similar fashion (Mark 6:7, Luke 9:1-2). Why do you think He sent out more in this instance?
3. Jesus gave those He sent instructions to pray for more workers for the harvest:
a. Why do you think He did this since He could easily draw more workers?
b. How does this apply today?
4. What instruction did Jesus give in verse 4? Why do you think He did this rather than admonishing them to prepare properly with all they would need?
Luke 10:5- 20
1. From verses 9 and 11, what was the heart of the message they were to take to the villages they visited?
2. From verse 16, what did the message actually call the people to do?
3. From verse 17, what were the disciples excited about?
4. From verse 20, Jesus points to what His disciples should be most excited about. What did He say?
5. Do you have assurance that your name is registered or written in heaven?
a. If so, think about what that means to you. Describe any ways you have acted as these disciples did, i.e., having a wrong priority as focus for your praise.
b. Praise God now that your name is written in heaven. If you are not sure that it is, let your group leader or other mature believer know you need confirmation or you have questions.
Luke 10:21- 28
1. In verse 25, an expert in religious law came to ask Jesus a question. What was it?
2. Jesus indicated that the man’s answer was correct and if he would follow this law, he would be saved (vv 27-28). Today we don’t follow the Law of Moses, or depend on the ten commandants to be saved, but how do you see this formula (verse 27) applying to salvation today?
Luke 10:29- 37
1. In verse 29, why did the man ask Jesus “who is my neighbor”?
2. Jesus responds with the well-known example of the Good Samaritan. From verse 30, what happened to the Jewish man traveling from Jerusalem?
3. From verses 31 and 32, who saw him lying there but passed him by?
a. Would you have expected these men to help another Jew in need? Explain.
b. They were possibly reluctant because of the condition stated in Leviticus 21:1-2. Do you think their action could be justified in light of the greater commandment to love your neighbor as yourself? Explain.
4. Why was the Samaritan an unlikely helper of this Jewish man? For historical reference see
2 Kings 17:24-33 and review Luke 9:51-54.
5. Based on Jesus’ story, how would you answer the question “who is my neighbor”?
Luke 10:38- 42
1. Whose home did Jesus visit in verse 38?
2. What do we know about this Martha from John 11:1-3?
3. Describe the difference in behavior between the sisters Mary and Martha, during Jesus’ visit?
4. What was Martha’s complaint in verse 40?
5. Why did Jesus support Mary? What was the more worthy or better thing she was doing?
6. Give an example from your own life, or someone you know, where the “better thing” has been neglected and behavior was more like Martha’s?
7. Are there ways you need to be more like Mary than Martha? Describe any you think of.
Luke, Chapter 11
It is recommended that you read the entire chapter to begin, then review the scripture listed for each day.
Luke 11:1- 4
1. What is the question Jesus disciples asked Him in verse 1?
2. In the prayer that Jesus modeled, what is the first thing He says to the Father?
a. What are other words you can use that express this sentiment?
b. Why do you think this is an important way to begin our prayers?
c. Think about your own prayer habits. Is praise an integral part? Describe how you might want to increase it.
3. What is the second statement Jesus includes in the prayer regarding the Kingdom of God?
a. What does this mean to you?
b. Why do you think this should be a priority in prayer?
4. Who does the prayer focus turn to in Jesus’ next statement in verse 3?
a. Who was the focus in the first part?
b. Some people feel reluctant to ask God for their basic needs. How does verse 3 encourage us to do so?
5. What is the dual request in verse 4a? Explain how one is dependent on the other. See Matthew 6:15.
6. Put verse 4b into your own words.
Luke 11:5- 13
1. As Jesus continues to teach about prayer, He uses a story. What was the man seeking in going to his friend’s house?
2. What was the friend’s response in verse 7?
3. What is it that finally encourages the friend to get up and meet the need?
4. What is the point Jesus is making? What does Jesus encourage us to do in verse 9-10?
5. What is the good gift that the heavenly Father gives to us (verse 13)?
6. Why do you think the Holy Spirit is a good gift? Why should we ask God for this gift?
Luke 11:14- 28
1. What miracle did Jesus perform in verse 14?
2. To what did the crowds attribute Jesus’ ability to do his?
3. Jesus spoke the well-known phrase about “a kingdom divided”. How did this apply to this situation?
4. In verse 20, what did Jesus say is the result if He was really casting out demons by God’s power?
5. In verse 23, if anyone is not with Jesus, where are they?
6. Who is more blessed than the mother of Jesus?
7. In what ways do you think that is true?
Luke 11:29- 36
1. What did Jesus say the people (generation) were asking Him to do?
2. What is the sign that was given them?
3. How does Jonah serve as a sign (see Matthew 12:39-40)?
4. What did the Queen of the South (Sheba) do that was an example to these people?
Luke 11:37-54
1. What surprised the Pharisee about Jesus’ behavior as He entered his home to eat with him?
2. According to Jesus, what is more important than a clean appearance?
3. Jesus makes several statements to the Pharisees and religious leaders beginning with the word “woe”. Pick any two of these and describe how you can see something similar in people today?
4. In verses 53-54, what was the reaction of the Pharisees and teachers of the law to Jesus?
Luke, Chapter 12
It is recommended that you read the entire chapter to begin, then review the scripture listed for each day.
Luke 12:1-12
1. What did Jesus warn His disciples of in verse 1?
2. What does the yeast represent? See I Corinthians 5:6-8.
3. From Luke 12:4-5, who are we to fear and who are we not to fear. Explain your answer.
4. In verses 6-7, Jesus talks about our value to God. Describe how knowing this should impact our lives on a daily basis.
5. In verse 10, what is the unforgivable sin?
a. According to John 16:7-8, what is the role of the Holy Spirit?
b. In John 16:9, what is the world’s sin?
c. How do you think blasphemy of the Holy Spirit would make salvation impossible?
Luke 12:13-34
1. The rich man in Jesus’ parable seemed to make a good business decision in building larger barns for his crop. What was his mistake according to Jesus?
2. In verse 22, what does Jesus tell us not to worry about?
3. Why do we not need to worry?
4. What are the things you are currently worried about? Can you trust God to meet these needs?
5. According to verse 31, what is to be our priority in life?
6. Is it better to have treasures on earth or heaven? Explain your answer.
7. How can we determine where we are focused to gain treasure? See verse 34.
Luke 12:35-48
1. How are we like the servants waiting for their master that Jesus describes in verses 35-47?
2. What responsibilities do you think the Master has given you to accomplish while He is away?
3. What do you think is the result of a faithful servant?
4. In verses 45-48a, there are three types of unfaithful servants. Describe each one and the consequence they will face.
Luke 12:49-53
1. What does Jesus say He came to do in verse 49?
2. What did Jesus say was ahead of Him in verse 50?
3. Rather than peace, what did Jesus say His coming would bring?
4. In what ways have you seen the division Jesus describes in verses 52-53?
Luke 12:54-59
1. What does Jesus say is more important to interpret than the weather patterns?
2. What was happening in those “present times” that Jesus wanted all people to recognize?
3. What does Jesus say they should try to do on the way to the court to see the judge?
4. Thinking about what Jesus came to earth for, and the judgment He wants to save us from, put in your own word how you would share with someone what Jesus was telling them.
5. Describe how you feel in knowing that you won’t be found guilty when you stand before the Judgment Seat of Christ.
Luke, Chapter 13
It is recommended that you read the entire chapter to begin, then review the scripture listed for each day.
Luke 13:1-9
1. What was Jesus told in verse 1?
2. From Jesus’ question in verse 2, what does it imply that the people were thinking about these incidents? Also see John 9:2-3.
3. What is Jesus answer to this in Luke 13:3a?
4. What does Jesus tell the people to do in verse 3b?
5. Write a summary statement of what Jesus is saying in these verses.
6. As Jesus talks about the people’s need to repent, He offers the parable of the fig tree. What do you think He wants the people to understand from it?
Luke 13:10-17
1. What was the problem of the woman Jesus encountered when He was teaching in a synagogue on the Sabbath?
2. What did Jesus do and what was the result?
3. Why was the synagogue leader upset by this healing?
4. How do you think this reaction shows a lack of understanding of God’s priorities?
5. According to Jesus what was the source of this women’s ailment?
Luke 13:18-21
In these verses Jesus gives parables to help people understand more of the Kingdom of God.
1. What does Jesus say the Kingdom of God is like in verse 19?
2. Describe in what way you see the Kingdom of God resembling a mustard seed.
3. What does Jesus say about the Kingdom of God in verse 21?
4. Describe in what way you see the Kingdom of God resembling yeast in making bread.
5. Describe how you have seen any of these analogies play out in real life?
Luke 13:22-30
1. How does Jesus describe the door of the Kingdom of God in verse 24?
2. From verses 25 and 27, why will people be denied entry after the master locks the door?
3. According to the people, they thought they knew the Master by eating and drinking with Him and listening to His teaching. Since the Master did not know them and attributes their actions as evil, how do you think these people had gone wrong?
4. How do you see this same thing happening today?
5. According to verse 29, who will take the place of many of Abraham’s descendants that will not enter the Kingdom of God?
Luke 13:31-35
1. Who was Herod Antipas? See Luke 3:1, 19-20.
2. Does this seem strange that Pharisees would warn Jesus? Explain your answer.
3. Despite any warning, Jesus will proceed on His way to Jerusalem. Why was He headed there? See Matthew 16:21.
4. What is Jesus’ lament in Luke 13:34-35?
5. See Psalms 36:7 and 57:1. Describe how you have been able to “hide” in Christ or maybe how you need to be better at appropriating His care and protection.
Luke, Chapter 14
It is recommended that you read the entire chapter to begin, then review the scripture listed for each day.
Luke 14:1-6
1. Where did Jesus go to eat on the Sabbath in verse 1?
2. Read Matthew 3:7, 12:34, and 23:29. Considering this view of the Pharisees or Jewish religious leaders, why might Jesus have accepted the invitation to dine with them?
3. Upon encountering the man ill with a swollen body, what was the question Jesus asked the Pharisee and experts in Jewish law?
4. In verse 4, the Pharisees and religious leaders refuse to answer Jesus. Since they were considered experts in the Law of Moses, why would they refuse to answer?
See Matthew 12:9-10.
5. What is the underlying principle that made it right to heal on the Sabbath? See
Matthew 12:11-12 and Hosea 6:6.
6. How were the Pharisees hypocritical in their actions and how do you think they were missing God’s principle?
Luke 14:7-14
1. What did Jesus notice about how the guests chose where to sit at the dinner/banquet table?
2. What did Jesus point out was the danger of seating yourself in a place of honor?
3. What was Jesus advice in verse 10?
4. What is the general principle Jesus stated in verse 11?
5. Who did Jesus encourage to show hospitality to rather than their friends and those who could repay them?
6. In verse 14, what did Jesus say would be the result at the resurrection of the righteous, if we do as He advises?
Luke 14:15-24
1. What did the man in verse 15 declare to Jesus would indeed be a blessing?
2. What excuses did people give for not attending the banquet?
3. As this parable is about God’s invitation to salvation, what kind of excuses do we hear today?
4. Who did the host of the banquet end up inviting instead?
5. See Acts 13:46-48. How did Jesus’ parable play out in real life according to these verses?
Luke 14:25-27
1. What did Jesus say was necessary to be His disciple?
2. We know Jesus is love and wants us to be loving towards others. If we choose to follow Jesus, how could this show hatred to our families in comparison?
3. What would it mean to hate even our own life in order to follow Jesus?
4. In Jesus’ day, crucifixion was a common form of execution. If someone was found carrying a large wooden cross, where were they likely headed?
5. When Jesus says we must be willing to carry our cross in following Him, what does this imply the cost might be?
6. Instances of this ultimate price are occurring around the world today. Pray now for persecuted believers and pray for your own willingness to take up your cross in whatever way God requires.
Luke 14:28-35
1. What is the point Jesus is making in His example of constructing a building in verses 28-30?
2. What is the point Jesus is making in His example of going to war in verses 31-32?
3. How do these two examples relate to being a disciple of Jesus?
4. In verse 33, what does Jesus want us to understand about the cost to follow Him?
5. Have you counted the cost to follow Jesus? Is there something in your life you may be holding onto ahead of Jesus? Is there something you need to release to Him? Pray about it right now and commit to take any steps God reveals to you.
Luke, Chapters 15 and 16
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Luke 15:1-10
1. Who was Jesus associating with that the Pharisees disapproved of?
2. How do the stories of the lost sheep and the lost coin apply to this situation, Jesus associating with sinners?
3. What does this tell us of the way we should live?
4. What brings great joy in heaven?
Luke 15:11-31
1. In these verses we read the well-known story of the prodigal son. Can you relate to this experience in your own life or the life of someone you know? Please describe it.
2. What does the father’s love for his lost son reveal to you about the love God has for sinners?
3. What can we learn from the father’s response to his other son in verses 31-32?
Luke 16:1-13
1. Upon being notified that he was to be fired, what scheme did the steward develop to help him in the future with no job?
2. What do you think your response would be if you were the master who was cheated?
3. What did the master commend his servant for in verse 8?
4. What type of person to you think admires the dishonest actions of another?
5. According to verse 9, what is the ultimate goal of the believer in using their earthly resources?
6. In verse 13, Jesus speaks of two masters. In what ways do people make money their master instead of God?
Luke 16:14-18
1. From verse 14, who had Jesus been directing His comments to and what did they love?
2. What does God look upon to judge us rather than our actions alone?
3. What began to be preached with John the Baptist rather than just the laws of Moses?
4. What do you see as the main difference between the Gospel of the Kingdom of God and the Laws of Moses? Read Galatians 3:18-25.
5. As Christians, what do you think is our obligation to the Law of Moses?
Luke 16:19-31
1. In what ways were the lives of the rich man and Lazarus different on earth?
2. According to verses 22-23, what happens to each of them after death?
3. What was the rich man’s request to Abraham in verse 27-28?
4. Based on what we know about the peoples’ reactions to the message of the prophets and Jesus Himself, do you think sending Lazarus would have made a difference? Explain your answer.
5. How would you summarize Jesus’ main message from chapter 16 in regards to wealth and wrong priorities?
Luke, Chapter 17
It is recommended that you read the entire chapter to begin, then review the scripture listed for each day.
Luke 17:1-4
1. What did Jesus say would always exist?
2. Who has the greater responsibility, the sinner or the tempter? Read Matthew 18:6.
3. What are we to do according to verse 3, when we see another believer sinning?
4. How many times are we to forgive someone who wrongs us? Is this a literal number, signifying a limitation? See Matthew 18:21-22.
5. Do you think God forgives us to the same extent, meaning multiple times, for the same offense? Describe how that impacts your life on a daily basis.
Luke 17:5-10
1. What do the disciples ask Jesus in verse 5?
2. Have you ever asked Jesus that same question? How do you think we can have increased faith?
3. In Jesus’ illustration of the mustard seed, what do you think accounts more for the miraculous tree movement, the amount of faith or God’s response?
a. What is the source of faith according to Ephesians 2:8?
b. What vehicle does God use to spread faith according to Romans 10:17?
c. In your own life, how have you seen God’s grace surpass your level of faith?
Luke 17:11-19
1. Who did Jesus encounter when he entered the village between Galilee and Samaria?
2. According to Leviticus 13:45-46, what were these lepers supposed to do?
3. What was their cry to Jesus in verse 13?
4. In Leviticus 13 and 14, the procedures of being diagnosed or declared clean by the priest are set out. If you had been one of the ten lepers, would you have hesitated to go to the priest at Jesus’ direction? Explain why or why not.
5. Only the Samaritan came back to give thanks to God. Why is this significant?
Luke 17:20-21
1. What is the question of the Pharisees in verse 20?
2. Daniel 2:44 gives some insight into the type of kingdom these Pharisees were looking for. What was it?
3. According to Matthew 7:21 and 2 Peter 1:10-11, what is required to enter the eternal kingdom?
4. If a kingdom signifies an area over which someone rules with authority, what does the Kingdom of God or Jesus suggest?
5. In what way was the Kingdom of God already among the people (“within” in some translations) as Jesus said? See Matthew 11:11-12.
Luke 17:22-37
1. What did Jesus tell the disciples they would long for in verse 22?
2. According to Jesus, when He returns, the world will be like it was in the days of Noah and of Lot. What did He mean by that?
3. How can we be saved according to Jesus in verse 33?
4. In what ways do we cling to life and what does it mean to lose it?
Luke, Chapter 18
It is recommended that you read the entire chapter to begin, then review the scripture listed for each day.
Luke 18:1-8
1. Jesus is about to tell another parable. What does verse 1 say about its purpose?
2. How does the judge, described in verse 2, compare to the kind of judge referred to in
2 Chronicles 19:6-7?
3. What is the judge’s reason for finally dealing with the widow’s complaint?
4. In verse 8b, what is Jesus’ concern about what He will find when He returns?
6. Describe how you have embraced these in your own prayers.
Luke 18:9-14
1. To whom was Jesus’ parable directed (verse 9)?
2. Summarize the prayer of the Pharisee.
3. Summarize the prayer of the tax collector.
4. Which of the prayers resulted in forgiveness or justification, and what reason did Jesus give for this?
5. What do you think it means to humble yourself?
6. What are key factors from Jesus’ parables that lead to answered prayer? (See verses 7 and 14.)
7. Describe how you have embraced these in your own prayers.
Luke 18:15-23
1. What was the question asked of Jesus in verse 18?
2. Read Matthew 19:16. What is the slight change in the wording of the question and how does that refocus it?
3. What standard did Jesus refer the man to in verses 20?
a. How did the man respond in verse 21?
b. Read Romans 7:7-12. What effect did Paul say God’s laws (commandments) have?
4. What did Jesus say the man still needed to do?
5. What do you think his unwillingness to take this step reveals about him? (See Matthew 6:19-21)
Luke 18:24-30
1. As Jesus reflected on the response of the rich man, what illustration did He give of the difficulty of a rich man entering the Kingdom of God?
2. After hearing that it was almost impossible for the rich to enter the Kingdom of God, what does the disciples’ statement in verse 26 imply about their thoughts on salvation?
3. What do you think Jesus means in his response in verse 27?
4. What blessing does Jesus give for the disciples and those who give up everything for the sake of the Kingdom of God?
5. Examine your own priorities. Is there something in your life you need to release to make God your highest priority?
Luke 18:31-43
1. In verses 32-33, what did Jesus say would happen to Him?
2. The prophets who came before had already revealed much of what Jesus would suffer. Read Isaiah 53 as an example. If the disciples had understood the prophets, what would they have been expecting from Jesus?
3. When Jesus revealed these truths, what was the disciples’ reaction and what was the cause of it?
4. Why might they have been shielded from understanding at that time?
5. If you were a disciple at that time, would you have wanted to know what was coming? Explain your answer.
Luke, Chapter 19
It is recommended that you read the entire chapter to begin, then review the scripture listed for each day.
Luke 19:1-10
1. As Jesus entered Jericho, who was there to see Him and what was said about him in verse 2?
2. What do you think could have motivated this wealthy man to climb a tree to see Jesus?
3. How did the people react to Jesus being a guest in Zacchaeus’ home?
4. Zacchaeus was a Jew by heritage. What did it take for him to be a “true” son of Abraham? See Romans 2:28-29.
5. Jesus saw it was necessary to interact with sinners in order to save them. How do you think this might be a model for us today?
Luke 19:11-27
1. From verse 11, what was Jesus’ purpose in telling the parable that followed?
2. How does the parable relate to followers of Jesus today?
3. What is the principle Jesus is giving in His parable?
4. What do you think Jesus has entrusted you with to invest for Him?
5. Do you think you have you been faithful? Do you also desire to be called “good and faithful servant”? Do you think there are changes you need to make in order for that to happen?
Luke 19:28-40
1. What was the implication of the praise and statements of the crowd in verse 38?
2. What prophecy did the donkey’s colt fulfill? See Zechariah 9:9.
3. Read John 12:12-19 to see more details of this event. What didn’t the disciples understand at the time but realized later?
4. According to John 12:17-18, what was the reason so many people went out to meet Jesus?
Luke 19:41-43
1. What is the reason Jesus began to weep upon seeing Jerusalem?
2. What is it that the people were unable to see?
3. What did Jesus say would happen in Jerusalem?
4. Do you share Jesus’ sorrow over those who reject Him today, even those you don’t know personally? Does this impact the way you live? If so, how?
Luke 19:45-48
1. What was the problem Jesus identified at the temple?
2. Why do you think the leading priests and religious teachers would want to kill Jesus?
3. How do you compare the purpose of the temple with the church today?
Luke, Chapter 20
It is recommended that you read the entire chapter to begin, then review the scripture listed for each day.
Luke 20:1-8
1. What question did the religious leaders, teachers, and priests ask of Jesus?
2. What was their motivation in questioning Jesus? (Consider Luke 19:47-48)
3. What should have convinced them of Jesus’ deity? See John 2:18, 23.
4. What does their answer to Jesus in verse 7, and the rationale for it in verses 5-6, reveal about these religious men?
Luke 20:9-19
1. In the parable of the tenant farmers in verses 9-19, what do the following represent?
a. vineyard owner
b. tenant farmers
c. owner’s son
2. How does the stone that was rejected relate to this story? See Acts 4:11-12.
3. Who was the parable about?
Luke 20:20-26
1. Describe the scheme of the religious leaders to trap Jesus into saying something that would cause His arrest.
2. Read Matthew 22:16 and Mark 12:13. According to Matthew and Mark, who were the spies that the religious leaders sent?
3. What question did the spies ask Jesus and what were they hoping to accomplish?
4. Read Matthew 22:18. Matthew includes greater detail of Jesus’ response. What did Jesus say to them before He answered their question?
5. What do you think Jesus meant by His answer?
Luke 20:27-40
1. The religious leaders did not give up on trying to trap Jesus. Who did they send next to question Him?
2. Why was it ironic that the Sadducees asked a question about the resurrection? (See verse 27)
3. What was Jesus’ answer to the specific scenario they described to Him?
4. What was Jesus’ explanation to support the general principle of the resurrection (see verses 37-38)
Luke 20:41-47
Jesus turned the tables by asking the religious leaders to explain about the expected Messiah.
1. From verse 41, whose lineage did the people expect the Messiah to come from?
2. What was the challenge or difficulty Jesus pointed out in this claim?
3. What is your answer to the question Jesus posed? How can the Messiah be the Son of David and his Lord?
4. What is Jesus’ complaint against the teachers of the law in verses 46-47?
5. Are there people like this in the church today? Explain your answer.
Luke, Chapter 21
It is recommended that you read the entire chapter to begin, then review the scripture listed for each day.
Luke 21:1-4
1. What was Jesus observing in verse 1?
2. Why did Jesus commend the poor widow?
3. Read 2 Corinthians 9:6-10. How is the analogy of the farmer an example to how we give of our resources to God?
4. How have you seen this principle worked out in your own life?
5. Do you think you are giving generously back to God of what He has given to you? Are there any things you think you might change to improve in this?
Luke 21:5-19
1. What is the question the disciples asked Jesus?
2. What things did Jesus say would take place first in verses 8-9?
3. What will happen after that from verses 10-11?
4. Before that happens, what would the disciples experience in verses 12-19?
5. What did Jesus say they needed to do to save their lives (souls)? (see verse 19)
6. According to Matthew 24:14, what must happen before the end comes?
7. Considering this, what can/should we do to hasten His coming?
Luke 21:20-24
1. Read Matthew 24:15-16 and Daniel 9:27 and 11:31 for additional details. What will be the sign according to these verses that the end is near?
2. What does Jesus say those in Judea and Jerusalem should do at that time?
3. When will this cease according to verse 24?
4. Understanding these things are to come about, what does Peter recommend in 2 Peter 3:11-13?
Luke 21:25-33
1. What are some of the signs Jesus said to look for in verses 25-27?
2. According to verse 28, what will they signal?
3. How did Jesus use the illustration of the fig tree?
4. Read Revelation 21:1-2. What will happen to the heaven and earth we know of today?
5. What does it mean to you to know that God’s word never fails or ceases?
Luke 21:34-38
1. What is Jesus’ warning in verses 34-35?
2. A similar warning is given in Romans 13:11-14. Summarize it and put it in your own words as a warning you would give today.
3. What does Jesus tell us to do in verse 36?
4. Describe how you are living that out today?
Luke, Chapter 22
It is recommended that you read the entire chapter to begin, then review the scripture listed for each day.
Luke 22:1-20
1. As the celebration of the Passover was approaching, what were the leading priests and religious teachers doing (verse 2)?
2. What did Judas Iscariot do and what caused him to do it?
3. What was the meaning of the Passover celebration? See Deuteronomy 16:1-6.
4. Read 1 Corinthians 11:23-32 and answer these questions:
a. What does the bread represent?
b. What does the cup of wine represent?
c. What is the new covenant that Jesus brought to us?
d. According to verse 28, what are we to do before partaking of the elements of communion?
e. What is the consequence of partaking without a prepared heart?
f. How does this impact your own participation in the Lord’s Supper?
Luke 22:21-30
1. What did Jesus say that one sitting with them at the table was going to do?
2. In verse 23, what was the focus of the disciples’ discussion?
3. In verse 24, what was the focus of the disciples’ discussion?
4. How does the nature of their discussion strike you after they just heard that Jesus would be betrayed?
5. How does Jesus describe a true leader?
Luke 22:31-46
1. In verses 31-34, what did Jesus tell Peter he would do and what was the source of his downfall?
2. What was Peter’s response in verse 33?
3. What did Jesus instruct Peter to do once he repented?
4. How do you think this can be a lesson to us?
5. Where did Jesus go to pray and who went with Him?
6. What was the nature of His prayer?
7. What does this teach us about how we should pray?
8. According to verse 46, what keeps us from temptation?
Luke 22:47-53
1. Who was leading the crowd that then approached Jesus and His disciples?
2. What did this person do when he met Jesus?
3. Read John 18:3-12 to get a fuller account and answer these questions:
a. Describe this crowd that approached Jesus.
b. What was the reaction of the soldiers when Jesus identified Himself?
c. Why were Jesus’ disciples not also arrested?
d. What was the reason Jesus did not want His disciples to fight?
4. What is the question Jesus asked the religious leaders in Luke 22:52-53?
5. What do you think is the answer to His question? (See Luke 19:47)
Luke 22:54-71
1. Where did they take Jesus after they arrested Him?
2. Peter followed at a distance. What did several people who saw him accuse him of?
3. How did Peter respond?
4. After the rooster crowded, what did Peter realize and what did he do?
5. How were the guards treating Jesus in verses 63-65?
6. Where was Jesus taken at daybreak?
7. Read Matthew 26:59-67. What was the Jewish leaders’ plan to find evidence against Jesus?
8. Why should they have known that Jesus was really the Messiah? (See Acts 2:22)
Luke, Chapter 23
It is recommended that you read the entire chapter to begin, then review the scripture listed for each day.
Luke 23:1-6
1. Where was Jesus taken after his hearing before the Jewish High Council?
2. See John 18:28-32. What was Pilate’s response to having Jesus brought before him?
3. From John 18:31, why did the Jews want Pilate to judge Jesus?
4. What were the specific charges brought against Jesus according to Luke 23:2 and 5?
5. Were these charges true? Explain your answer.
6. Why did Pilate send Jesus to Herod Antipas for trial?
Luke 23:7-12
1. Why was Herod happy to see Jesus?
2. Review Luke 9:7-9. What had Herod done to John the Baptist?
3. How did Jesus respond to Herod’s questions according to verse 23:9?
4. What did Herod and his soldiers end up doing with Jesus before sending Him back to Pilate?
Luke 23:13-25
1. After Jesus was returned to Pilate, what was Pilot’s verdict according to verse 15 and who concurred with him?
2. What was Pilate’s intended action in verses 16 and 22?
3. What do you think was his purpose in flogging a man he proclaimed was innocent?
4. Describe Pilate’s efforts to release Jesus?
5. Describe the crowd’s reactions and demands.
Luke 23:26-43
1. Describe the scene as Jesus is led to the crucifixion site.
2. What was Jesus’ response in verse 34?
3. What did the crowd, one of the criminals, and the soldiers encourage Jesus to do?
4. What was the position of the second criminal being crucified with Jesus?
5. How did Jesus respond to him?
6. What do you think we can learn from this?
Luke 23:44-56
1. What happened before Jesus breathed His last breath?
2. What was the final proclamation of the Roman officer about Jesus?
3. What were Jesus friends and followers doing at this time?
4. Who was Joseph of Arimathea and what did he do?
5. What did the women of Galilee do?
Luke, Chapter 24
It is recommended that you read the entire chapter to begin, then review the scripture listed for each day.
Luke 24:1-12
1. Why did the women wait until the first day of the week (Sunday) to go to the tomb? (See 23:56)
2. What did they find when they arrived at the tomb and who appeared to them?
3. What did the two men (angels) tell the women about Jesus?
4. What was the disciples’ reaction to the women’s recounting of what happened with them?
5. What did Peter do?
Luke 24:13-26
1. Who were the two men Jesus encountered on the road?
a. Where were they going?
b. What were they talking about?
2. How did they describe Jesus in verse 19?
3. Review Isaiah 53. List the occasions in Jesus’ life that would have fulfilled this description of the Messiah?
4. Review Luke 24:6-7 and Matthew 26:24. Besides the writing of the prophets, what other reasons should they have expected what happened to Jesus?
Luke 24:27-33
1. According to verse 27, what did Jesus do next?
2. What happened as Jesus sat down to share a meal with them?
3. In verse 32, what was the response as the men listened to Jesus explain the Scriptures?
4. Can you relate to this experience of a new revelation of the meaning of Scripture? Describe your experience.
5. When did the two men return to Jerusalem and who did they look for?
Luke 24:34-43
1. Why did the disciples already know Jesus had risen?
2. What happened as the men who returned from Emmaus recounted their story?
3. What was the reaction of the group?
4. What evidence did Jesus give that it was really Him and not a ghost?
5. What did Jesus ask them for in verse 41?
6. How do you think you will react the first time you see the resurrected Jesus?
Luke 24:44-53
1. According to Jesus in verse 44, what in the Old Testament was written about Him?
2. What specifically did He say was included in these writings according to verses 46-47?
3. Why did Jesus tell them to wait in the city and what was to happen (verse 49)?
4. Read Acts 1:7-12 and answer the following:
a. What task did Jesus give His disciples before He ascended to heaven?
b. What happened to Jesus after telling them this?
c. What was the message of the angels to those watching?
d. How do you think Jesus’ final instructions apply to you and the church today?
5. As you finish the study of Luke, what has been most meaningful to you?