Themes in Luke

Choose one of the following stories from Luke, chapters 10-17 (Gospel Parallels in parentheses) that captures your attention:

The commission and return of the 70 (#139-140)

The good Samaritan (#144)

Mary and Martha (#145)

The Friend at Midnight (#147)

The Rich Fool (#156)

The Parable of the Fig (#162)

The Teaching on Humility (#169)

The Prodigal Son (#173)

The Story of Lazarus (#177)

Why does it interest you? What do you think it demonstrates about Luke's understanding of the Christian message? Write a one page reaction.

NOTE:  This is an ungraded assignment.  Do not upload to Moodle.  Just bring to class a short typed page to aid in discussion.