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Chart from recommended resource Jensen's Survey of the NT - used by permission
Explanation - The following list includes not only commentaries but other Christian works by well known evangelical writers. Most of the resources below are newer works (written after 1970) which previously were available only for purchase in book form or in a Bible computer program. The resources are made freely available by archive.org but have several caveats - (1) they do not allow copy and paste, (2) they can only be checked out for one hour (but can be checked out immediately when your hour expires giving you time to read or take notes on a lengthy section) and (3) they require creating an account which allows you to check out the books free of charge. To set up an account click archive.org and then click the picture of the person in right upper corner and enter email and a password. That's all you have to do. Then you can read these more modern resources free of charge! I have read or used many of these resources but not all of them so ultimately you will need to be a Berean (Acts 17:11+) as you use them. I have also selected works that are conservative and Biblically sound. If you find one that you think does not meet those criteria please send an email at https://www.preceptaustin.org/
NOTE - THESE ARE IN NO SPECIFIC ORDER - AS WITH ALL COMMENTARIES - BE AN Acts 17:11+ BEREAN - IT IS ALWAYS BEST TO DO YOUR OWN STUDY UNDER THE TUTELAGE OF THE HOLY SPIRIT (See inductive Bible study and especially the skill/discipline of Observation) BEFORE YOU CHECK THE COMMENTARIES. THEN YOU WILL BE ABLE TO INTELLIGENTLY "COMMENT ON THE COMMENTARIES!"
Exposition of the Gospel According to Luke - William Hendriksen (1142 pages)
Preaching Luke-Acts by Allen, Ronald J.
James Rosscup - This conservative commentary is a detailed work in the Greek and is well-written. The author did the famous Greek-English lexicon and two books on alleged contradictions.
Bible commentary: the Gospel according to St. Luke by Arndt, William F
The Expositor's Bible Commentary - 1984 edition - Luke by Walter Liefeld - Helpful notes.
Poet and peasant : a literary-cultural approach to the parables in Luke by Bailey, Kenneth
James Rosscup - Bailey discusses four Lukan parables at length in the first book, making a great contribution as to cultural data that opens up the parables. His data is based on studies while teaching for many years in the mid-East, also on extensive travels, correspondence, and scholarly probing into the literature. Particularly insightful are his remarks on Luke 15 (the triad of parables) and Luke 11 (Friend at Midnight). The second book continues to be rich in peasant cultural background, with data not available to many who study the parables. But the second book treats ten further parables (7:36–50 and others in 9:51–19:48, Luke’s travel narrative). These are well-done but not treated in as much detail. Both books are excellent in making parables “come alive” and making readers think. In more recent years both volumes have been put into one book. Cf. Hultgren in the Matthew section.
Luke Comes Alive! by Blanchard, John,
Luke by Bock, Darrell L - IVP NT Commentary Series 428 pages 16 ratings
James Rosscup - One meets with a far shorter work than the 2-vol. effort. Bock says (12) that the larger work has focused on accuracy and rationale for views, this one on relevancy and relational matters of faith. Evangelical comments run quickly to their points, yet the generality causes skipping some key details (cf. on Anna, 2:36–38), or seem to argue around a more likely view with unconvincing reasoning (3:16). In other cases, Bock seems to select the most probable view, an instance being in seeing the sermon (Luke 6) as a condensed version of the same sermon in Matt. 5–7 (119). One can also find the second and third soils of Luke 8 taken to represent people not actually saved (148–49). One can wonder in 14:34–35 how inability to be worthy disciples is in harmony with salvation as a gift, for the work passes by this. Bock in most verses touches clearly on key issues, and an author lacks space to deal with every important matter, whether in a short or massive attempt. For a work with much application, cf. Darrell Bock, Luke (NIV Application Commentary. Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 1996, 640 pp.).
Cyril Barber - A well-researched, well-outlined, and well-written commentary that is easy to read. Uses the text of the NIV. Adequately explains the theological themes relating to the life and mission of Christ. Recommended.
Patterns for power : parables of Luke by Briscoe, D. Stuart
Saint Luke by Caird, G. B.
Cyril Barber - One of the better works in this series. Contains numerous references to Jewish literature as well as pertinent comments on the text. Is of value to the preacher. Needs to be read with discernment
Luke by Evans, Craig A., The New International Commentary on the New Testament
James Rosscup - A lucid study, often of help on problem texts but cursory at times. Evans gives authorship by Luke “provisional acceptance” and feels that this issue is not vital to how this gospel is interpreted (3). After a brief introduction (1–16), general summaries of each section are followed by added notes on a few key details, with bypassing of many, such as Anna’s 84 years in 2:36–38, and problems of interpretation in 11:5–7. While Evans shows high expertise even when terse, one will find other works explaining far more to make their time fruitful.
The Bible Knowledge Background Commentary : Matthew-Luke by Evans, Craig A - This resource will give you interesting insights and is worth checking on individual passages
The Gospel according to Luke (I-IX) The Gospel according to Luke : introduction, translation, and notes (X-XXIV) by Fitzmyer, Joseph A
James Rosscup - An internationally known Catholic scholar presents an excellent appraisal of “The Current State of Lukan Studies” (3–34) and has “A Sketch of Lukan Theology” (143–270). In explaining the gospel text, Fitzmyer has often helpful sources on various points. This will rank as one of the best-regarded commentaries at this time from the standpoint of awareness of critical literature and comments reflecting current learning. He gives his own translation and a fairly lucid, detailed exposition that is abreast of language, background, and views. It is a mixed bag with Fitzmyer, though. He often takes views that evangelicals appreciate, such as Jesus’ resurrection body being able to eat food. At other times he stumbles where there are possible solutions, as when he feels that there is no way to harmonize the accounts of Jesus’ resurrection. Indices to both volumes help find material.
The Gospel of Luke by Green, Joel B. New International Commentary on the New Testament 143 ratings
James Rosscup - Replaces the work of Geldenhuys (1951). Scholars will appreciate the author’s emphasis on literary and narrative criticism. Pastors, however, will have little to gain from this work.
Tim Challies - Most commentators on the commentaries commend this volume, D.A. Carson among them, though he offers caveats. He says it is “full of thoughtful interaction with contemporary scholarship, but I do not think it is either as rigorous or as accurate as the work of Luke.” He suggests that its unique strength is narrative historiography and discourse analysis. If you, like me, don’t know what that means, then perhaps choose one of the other volumes
James Rosscup - This work with pp. i-xcii plus 928 replaced Norval Geldenhuys’ effort of 1951. Green puts more focus on literary criticism, narrative criticism, and social-scientific analysis than on earlier issues about historical critical matters, redaction and source criticism, etc. One sees topics such as family allegiances, friendship, purity, and status. He seeks to show OT background for this gospel, and not Mark, or Matthew, or oral tradition. Green sets up a misleading opinion that Luke and those using his work were “not so much concerned with the issue, Did it happen? as with the queries What happened? and what does it all mean? (36). It surely is both. However, he does appear to believe that the details are fact in Luke’s perspective, but thinks Luke is more burdened with how to understand things (20). One can say that Luke saw the two in a necessary balance and need not have any thought of ranking them.
Commentary on the Gospel of Luke : the English text with introduction, exposition and notes by Geldenhuys, Norval,
James Rosscup - Amillennial in its interpretation of the kingdom program, this work is solid and explains many verses rather well but is not the best.
Half-hours with William Hendriksen : stirring devotional surveys of Romans, Philippians, Luke and Revelation, with other gems by Hendriksen, William,
Luke : a self-study guide by Jensen, Irving
The Preacher's Outline & Sermon Bible (POSB) : New Testament, King James Version - Matthew, Mark, Luke, John - This resource goes verse by verse with conservative comments, many related passages for each verse and "thoughts" for application. Potentially very helpful for preaching and teaching.
The Communicator's Commentary - Luke (Also known as The Preacher's Commentary Series - Volume 26: Luke) Larson, Bruce - 356 pages (1983) See user reviews.
The Parables of Jesus by Kistemaker, Simon J.,
James Rosscup - A past national president of Evangelical Theological Society deals with all of Jesus’ parables and shows a lucid style, warmth, and broad acquaintance with scholarly writings on his material which is obvious in footnotes. He uses the NIV text. The contribution is very good on background, the main thrust of parables, key expository details, and the practical contribution for life. This is one of the best fairily recent evangelical works on the parables in general (cf. Bailey, Ellisen, Hultgren, Longenecker, etc, under Matthew and Luke).
Book of Luke : Jesus, the son of man by Lucado, Max
Luke : the savior of the world by MacArthur, John - Not his full commentary.
A tale of two sons : the inside story of a father, his sons, and a shocking murder by MacArthur, John
Luke and the last things : a perspective for the understanding of Lukan thought by Mattill, A. J
Cyril Barber - An exacting, technical presentation of Lukan theology. Rich and full. 2
Luke by McGee, J. Vernon (Thru the Bible)
The Gospel according to Luke by Morgan, G. Campbell
The Gospel according to St. Luke : an introduction and commentary by Morris, Leon,
Matheson (Ligonier) - Christians should pick up and read anything they find by the late Leon Morris. For those who may not have the time to dig into a 2,100-page commentary and are looking for a great introductory-level commentary on Luke, Morris is the place to begin.
Cyril Barber - A clear, forthright presentation of the facts surrounding the authorship and date of this gospel, followed by almost 300 pages of exposition. A handy and helpful volume.
James Rosscup - Morris has written a good conservative commentary of some detail. It is lucid and not technical in nature.
Tim Challies - The inherent and deliberate limits of the Tyndale New Testament Commentaries means that this volume is relatively short (370 pages) and written at a popular level. This is the entry-level commentary for those who would like just one volume on Luke. Morris has written commentaries on many books of the Bible and they are uniformly sound even if they are rarely considered the top of the class.
What are they saying about Luke? by Powell, Mark Allan, 6 ratings
James Rosscup - A well-researched, contemporary assessment of the teaching of Luke's gospel. Summarizes the contribution of modern scholars, and examines the dominant theories regarding the composition of the gospel. Intertwines political and social aspects of Luke's "former work" to describe the community about which the physician wrote.
A walk with Jesus : enjoying the company of Christ - Gospel of Luke by Sproul, R. C 3 ratings
The declaration of something mysterious : Jesus' courage and communication of the truth : a study of Luke 10:38-16:18 by Swindoll, Charles
The consummation of something miraculous : Jesus' trials and triumph of redemption : a study of Luke 16:19-24:53 : Bible study guide by Swindoll, Charles
Luke & John : life that lasts forever - Quick Notes - Mark Strauss
Luke by Tannehill, Robert C 13 ratings
Be Compassionate (Luke 1-13) by Wiersbe, Warren W -
James Rosscup - Together these volumes treat the gospel of Luke. Wiersbe, who is a pastor's pastor, outlines and expounds the text with exemplary skill. These books are ideal for individual or group Bible study.
Be Courageous (Luke 14-24) by Wiersbe, Warren
Cyril Barber - Together these volumes treat the gospel of Luke. Wiersbe, who is a pastor's pastor, outlines and expounds the text with exemplary skill. These books are ideal for individual or group Bible study.
The Bible exposition Commentary by Wiersbe, Warren W - All NT books in one source. Excellent. Or here This is the same material as in the two volumes of Luke in the listings directly above.
Rosscup - One of America’s most appreciated staunchly evangelical Bible conference teachers gives diligent, refreshing expositions. These are all of his 23 separate, earlier books in the “Be” series on the New Testament. He strikes a particular appeal with lay people as he crystallizes sections, deals with some of the verses, handles certain problems and backgrounds and applies principles. He is premillennial.
Windows on the parables by Wiersbe, Warren
With the Word - - Warren Wiersbe - Devotional Commentary - 428 ratings - Excellent chapter summaries. Good ideas for preaching teaching.
Wiersbe's Expository Outlines on the New Testament by Wiersbe, Warren W - Succinct summaries which almost always have good ideas to supplement your teaching or preaching.
Cyril Barber - This is a book of exceptional merit. Pastors, missionaries, and Christian workers will profit from its use. Wiersbe introduces each book of the NT, provides an outline, and then furnishes his readers with a chapter-by-chapter discussion of the contents. The homiletic style is a “plus.” Recommended.
Interpreting the parables by Blomberg, Craig
Half-hours with William Hendriksen : stirring devotional surveys of Romans, Philippians, Luke and Revelation, with other gems by Hendriksen, William,
The call to follow Jesus - Gospel of Luke by Arthur, Kay 70 ratings
The declaration of something mysterious : Jesus' courage and communication of the truth : a study of Luke 10:38-16:18 by Swindoll, Charles
The consummation of something miraculous : Jesus' trials and triumph of redemption : a study of Luke 16:19-24:53 : Bible study guide by Swindoll, Charles
STUDY BIBLES - ONE VOLUME COMMENTARIES OF ENTIRE BIBLE, BIBLE DICTIONARIES, GENERAL REFERENCE WORKS
Note: The first 4 resources have no time restriction and allow copy and paste function:
(1) KJV Bible Commentary - Hindson, Edward E; Kroll, Woodrow Michael. Over 3000 pages of the entire OT/NT. Well done conservative commentary that interprets Scripture from a literal perspective. Pre-millennial. User reviews - it generally gets 4/5 stars from users. - 372 ratings
Very well done conservative commentary that interprets Scripture from a literal perspective user reviews
The King James Version Bible Commentary is a complete verse-by-verse commentary. It is comprehensive in scope, reliable in scholarship, and easy to use. Its authors are leading evangelical theologians who provide practical truths and biblical principles. Any Bible student will gain new insights through this one-volume commentary based on the timeless King James Version of the Bible.
(2) The King James Study Bible Second Edition 2240 pages (2013) (Thomas Nelson) General Editor - Edward Hindson with multiple contributing editors. . 3,194 ratings. Pre-millennial. See introduction on How to Use this Study Bible.
(3) NKJV Study Bible: New King James Version Study Bible (formerly "The Nelson Study Bible - NKJV") by Earl D Radmacher; Ronald Barclay Allen; Wayne H House. 2345 pages. (1997, 2007). Very helpful notes. Conservative. Pre-millennial. 917 ratings
(4) The Wycliffe Bible Commentary - only the New Testament (for OT see below to borrow) - 1126 pages. (1971) Everett F Harrison - Editor of New Testament. Uses the KJV. Strictly speaking not a study Bible, but short notes are similar. KJV text in left column, commentary notes in right column. The c
The MacArthur study Bible - John MacArthur. Brief but well done notes 1,275 ratings
Believer's Bible Commentary by MacDonald, William (1995) 2480 pages - This resource is always worth checking. Comments are not in depth but conservative and often very practical.
Dr. John MacArthur, Jr. - "Concise yet comprehensive - the most complete single-volume commentary I have seen."
Warren Wiersbe - "For the student who is serious about seeing Christ in the Word."
The Experiencing God Study Bible : the Bible for knowing and doing the will of God - Blackaby, Henry (1996) 1968 pages - CHECK THIS ONE! Each chapter begins with several questions under the title "PREPARE TO MEET GOD." Then you will interesting symbols before many of the passages. The chapter ends with a "DID YOU NOTICE?" question. This might make a "dry chapter" jump off the page! Read some of the 48 ratings
The Defender's Study Bible : King James Version by Morris, Henry M. Excellent notes for well known creationist. 45 ratings
The David Jeremiah study bible - (2013) 2208 pages. 2,272 ratings Logos.com - "Drawing on more than 40 years of study, Dr. David Jeremiah has compiled a legacy resource that will make an eternal impact on generations to come. 8,000 study notes. Hundreds of enriching word studies"50+ Essentials of the Christian Faith" articles."
ESV Study Bible - Excellent resource but not always literal in eschatology and the nation of Israel 6,004 ratings
Life application study Bible : New Living Translation. Has some very helpful notes. 4,445 ratings
Zondervan NIV Study Bible - (2011) 2570 pages - Use this one if available as it has more notes than edition below.
NIV Study Bible by Barker, Kenneth L; Burdick, Donald W (1995) 2250 pages. This is the first edition. This resource has been fully revised in 2020.
The NIV study Bible by Barker, Kenneth L; Burdick, Donald W (1995) 2250 pages. Note this is the first edition. This resource has been fully revised in 2020.
The Ryrie study Bible - Charles Ryrie (1978) 2142 pages. Conservative. 216 ratings
The Word in life Study Bible - Very interesting format. Not your routine study Bible. Worth checking the very informative notes. (e.g., here is a picture of Jesus' post-resurrection appearances.)
Evangelical Commentary on the Bible - editor Walter Elwell (1989) 1239 pages. User reviews.
New Bible Commentary - (1994) See user reviews
Dictionary of Jesus and the Gospels IVP Series (968 pages) 191 ratings - In depth articles - e.g., a 7 page discussion on Healing.
Dictionary of New Testament background 79 ratings IVP Series
NIV archaeological study Bible (2005) 2360 pages 950 ratings (See also Archaeology and the Bible - OT and NT)
NIV cultural backgrounds study Bible. bringing to life the ancient world of scripture Keener, Craig and Walton, John. Editors (2017)
Compact Bible commentary by Radmacher, Earl D; Allen, Ronald Barclay; House, H Wayne, et al - 954 pages. 424 ratings Multiple contributors to the comments which are often verse by verse. The comments are brief but meaty and can really help your study through a given book. A sleeper in my opinion.
Halley's Bible Handbook Henry H. Halley - (2000) 2720 pages (much larger than original edition in 1965 and no time limit on use). (Halley's Bible handbook : an abbreviated Bible commentary - one hour limit 1965 872 pages)
Rosscup - A much-used older evangelical handbook bringing together a brief commentary on Bible books, some key archaeological findings, historical background, maps, quotes, etc. It is helpful to a lay Bible teacher, Sunday School leader, or pastor looking for quick, pertinent information on a Bible book. This is the 72nd printing somewhat revised. Halley packed in much information. Unger’s is better overall, but that is not to say that Halley’s will not provide much help on basic information.
The Shaw Pocket Bible Handbook - Editor - Walter Elwell (1984) 408 pages.
"This hardback is small in size but packed full of content: Brief summaries of every book of the bible, cultural, archaeological and historical info, word definitions, pictures, maps and charts." Worth checking!
J.Sidlow Baxter: Explore The Book - pdf Vol. 5 The Gospels
HENRY ALFORD
Charles Haddon Spurgeon writes that this text "is an invaluable aid to the critical study of the text of the New Testament. You will find in it the ripened results of a matured scholarship, the harvesting of a judgment, generally highly impartial, always worthy of respect, which has gleaned from the most important fields of Biblical research, both modern and ancient, at home and abroad. You will not look here for any spirituality of thought or tenderness of feeling; you will find the learned Dean does not forget to do full justice to his own views, and is quite able to express himself vigorously against his opponents; but for what it professes to be, it is an exceedingly able and successful work. The later issues are by far the most desirable, as the author has considerably revised the work in the fourth edition. What I have said of his Greek Testament applies equally to Alford’s New Testament for English Readers,* which is also a standard work." (Spurgeon, C. H. Lectures to my Students, Vol. 4: Commenting and Commentaries; Lectures Addressed to the students of the Pastors' College, Metropolitan Tabernacle)
- Luke 1 The New Testament for English Readers
- Introduction to Luke
- Luke 1 Commentary The Greek New Testament
GREG ALLEN
WILLIAM BARCLAY
While William Barclay often has very insightful Greek word studies, the Berean-like reader (Acts 17:11) needs to be aware that he does hold some very unorthodox beliefs. See on site comments and also see article on The Enigmatic William Barclay"
ALBERT BARNES - older commentary but comments are generally good.
BRIAN BELL - succinct outlines but almost always has helpful points for preaching and teaching.
- Luke 1
- Luke:1:1-4 Dedicated to Theophilus
- Luke:1:5 -25 The Promise of Little John
- Luke:1:26 -38 Mary’s Heavenly Visit
- Luke:1:39 -56 Mary’s Magnificat
- Luke:1:57 -80 A Horn & a Dayspring
CHRIS BENFIELD
- Luke 1:26-38 The Proclamation of Jesus' Birth
- Luke 1:46-56 Mary's Christmas Song
- Luke 1:67-79 What a Mighty God We Serve
- Immanuel
JOHANN A BENGEL
- Luke 1 Gnomon
- Luke 1 with Outline The Critical English Testament
BIBLICAL ILLUSTRATOR
BRIAN BILL - worth checking to supplement your preaching or teaching
- Luke 1-2 Christmas According to Luke
- Luke 1-2 Advent Conspiracy: Worship Fully
- Luke 1:5-25 God Uses Ordinary People: Elizabeth
- Luke 1:26:35 The Christmas Collision
- Luke 1:26-38 A God Who Gives
- Luke 1:26-38 Misunderstood Mary
- Luke 1:34 Christmas Questions: Doubt
- Luke 1:46-55 Mary's Music
- Luke 1:67-79 Zechariah's Christmas Chorus
DARRELL BOCK
DARRELL L BOCK - IVP Commentary
Rosscup comments: Evangelical comments run quickly to their points, yet the generality causes skipping some key details (cf. on Anna, Lk 2:36-38) or seem to argue around a more likely view with unconvincing reasoning (Lk 3:16). In other cases, Bock seems to select the most probable view, an instance being in seeing the sermon (Luke 6) as a condensed version of the same sermon in Mt 5–7. One can also find the second and third soils of Luke 8 taken to represent people not actually saved (148–49). One can wonder in Lk 14:34–35 how inability to be worthy disciples is in harmony with salvation as a gift, for the work passes by this. Bock in most verses touches clearly on key issues and… lacks space to deal with every important matter… For a work with much application, cf. Darrell Bock, Luke (NIV Application Commentary. Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 1996). (Rosscup, J. Commentaries for Biblical Expositors)
JIM BOMKAMP
- Luke 1:1-38 The Angelic Announcements Made To Zacharias And To Mary
- Luke 1:39-80 The Songs Of Zacharias And Mary
GENE BROOKS
- The Life of Luke the Physician
- Luke 1:1-25 - Birth of John Foretold
- Luke 1:26-56 - The Birth of Jesus Foretold
- Luke 1:26-38 - The Virgin Birth
- Luke 1:26-33 - What the Virgin Birth Did
- Luke 1:34-38 - What the Virgin Birth Was
- Luke 1:57-80 - The Birth of John and the Benedictus
A B BRUCE - Expositor's Greek Testament
HENRY BURTON - Expositor's Bible Commentary
D Edmond Hiebert - A practical, warm-hearted exposition by a conservative scholar. Although written during the nineteenth century, it is rich in its interpretative contents, as, for example, on chapter 15.
- Luke 1 - Has all of the following in easier to read format
- Luke 1 - The Genesis of the Gospel
- Luke 1:5-25, 57-80 The Mute Priest
- Luke - The Gospel Psalms
- Luke - The Virgin Mother
CAMBRIDGE BIBLE FOR SCHOOLS AND COLLEGES - COMMENTARY
CAMBRIDGE GREEK TESTAMENT - FARRAR, F W
D Edmond Hiebert - Greek text. The work of a famous British scholar of the past century. In spite of its age, the phrase-by-phrase treatment is worth consulting.
ALAN CARR
- Luke 1:5-17 The Problem Of Unanswered Prayer
- Luke 1:26-38 Behold The Lamb Prepared
- Luke 1:36-38 What a Lovely Name
- Luke 1:26-38 Fear Not -
- Luke 1:46-55 Celebrate The Lord
- Luke 1:57-80 Where The Rays Of Heaven's Sunrise Reach
- Luke 2:1-20 Behold The Lamb Provided
- Luke 2:21-38 Behold The Lamb Praised
RICH CATHERS - sermons
2000 Study
CENTURY BIBLE COMMENTARY
OSWALD CHAMBERS
ADAM CLARKE - good comments but see caveats
W A CRISWELL
- Luke 1:1-4 Dr. Luke, Writer of the Virgin Birth
- Luke 1:5-80 The Silence and Song of Zacharias
- Luke 1:26-35 The Miracle of Bethlehem
- Luke 1:26 God Chooses a Virgin Mother
- Luke 1:26-37 A Physician's Account of the Virgin Birth
- Luke 1:26-35 When God Became Man
- Luke 1:26-30 Was Jesus Born of a Virgin?
- Luke 1:26-35 A Miracle In Bethlehem
- Luke 1:26-38 Mary: Beautiful Motherhood
- Luke 1:26-56 Mary:The Virgin Mother
- Luke 1:26-35 The Miracle of God's Incarnation
- Luke 1:31-33 The Child and the Kingdom
- Luke 1:35 Two Biological Miracles of God
- Luke 1:78 The Dayspring
STEVEN COLE - solid exposition generally verse by verse so functions much like a commentary
- Luke 1:1-4 Faith Rooted in History
- Luke 1:5-17 When God Brings Revival
- Luke 1:18-25 The Problem of Doubt
- Luke 1:26-45 Should Christians Hail Mary?
- Luke 1:53
- Luke 1:46-56 Glorifying the God of Mercy and Judgment
- Luke 1:57-80 The Tender Mercy of Our God
THOMAS CONSTABLE - commentary
EXPLORE THE BIBLE
- What Can I Believe? (Luke 1:1-4:44)
- Luke 1:1-25,57-80 Where Is God at Work?
BOB DEFFINBAUGH
- Preface to the Gospel of Luke
- Luke 1:1-38 The Silence is Shattered
- Luke 1:39-56 The Worship of Two Women
- Luke 1:57-80 Why John Was Not Named "Little Zach"
RON DANIEL
- Luke 1:1-25 The Exact Truth; Intercession
- Luke 1:26-56 Gabriel; Mary; Name Him Jesus; Visiting Others
- Luke 1:57-2:7 Birth Of John The Baptist; A Perpetual Virgin?
JOHN DUMMELOW - COMMENTARY
DAN DUNCAN
J LIGON DUNCAN, DEREK THOMAS, DAVID STRAIN, et al
- Gospel Beginnings Luke 1:1-7
- Scared Stiff by an Angel, Struck Dumb by Unbelief Luke 1:5-25
- Nothing is Impossible with God Luke 1:26-38
- Leaping for Joy Luke 1:26-45
- He Will Be Great Luke 1:26-28
- Nine Lessons and Carols - Offspring of a Virgin? Luke 1:26-38
- Communion in God's Providence Luke 1:39-45
- Magnificient! Lessons from Mary's Song Luke 1:46-54
- Luke's Christmas Liturgy - Magnificat: Mary Was a Shorter Catechism Girl Luke 1:46-55
- Mary: On the Christian Life 1:46-56
- His Name Is John Luke 1:57-66
- Luke's Christmas Liturgy - Benedictus: Covenant Mercy and Remembrance Luke 1:67-79
- The Benedictus Luke 1:67-79
EASY ENGLISH
CHARLES R ERDMAN
Rosscup comments: Concise treatments are given to each of the NT books. The main value of the set lies in its clear synthesis which helps the student grasp the flow of thought as he moves through a book. Erdman possessed a lucid writing style. He was amillennial. (Rosscup, J. Commentaries for Biblical Expositors)
D Edmond Hiebert - A devotional and practical exposition, in paragraph form, by a conservative Presbyterian scholar.
EXPOSITOR'S DICTIONARY OF TEXTS
JAMES FOOTE
Spurgeon comments: "We frequently consult this work and never without finding in it things new and old. To preachers who will not steal the lectures, but use them suggestively, they will be extremely serviceable." (Spurgeon - Commenting on Commentaries)
DON FORTNER'S SERMON OUTLINES
- Luke - 27 files
- Luke-series - 201 files
- Discovering Christ in the Gospel of Luke - Volume 1 - 613 pages
- Discovering Christ in the Gospel of Luke - Volume 2 - 617 pages
- Luke 1:1-4 Things Most Surely Believed
- Luke 1:5-12 When God Broke His Silence
- Luke 1:13-17 A Man Filled With the Holy Ghost
- Luke 1:18-25 Unbelief
- Luke 1:26-33 Greatness of our Savior
- Luke 1:31-33 He Shall Be Great
- Luke 1:34-38 How Shall This Be
- Luke 1:39-45 A Visit InThe Hills
- Luke 1:46-56 Mary's Song
- Luke 1:57-66 The Hand Of The Lord Was With Him
- Luke 1:67-80 Three Reasons For Praise
- Luke 1:1 Things Most Surely Believed Among Us
- Luke 1:46-56 Mary's Song 1061
- Luke 1:77 Salvation and the Knowledge of It
A C GAEBELEIN Annotated Bible
JOHN GILL
DOUG GOINS
- Luke 1:1-25 The Preparation of Zechariah and Elizabeth
- Luke 1:26-38 The Preparation of Mary
- Luke 1:39-56 The Praise of Mary
- Luke 1:52-80 The Praise of Zechariah and Elizabeth
FREDERIC GODET - commentary
Spurgeon has these comment on Godet: Dr. Meyer says: “To an immense erudition, to a living piety, Godet unites a profound feeling of reality; there is here a vivifying breath, an ardent love for the Saviour, which helps the disciple to comprehend the work, the acts, the words of his Divine Master.” (Spurgeon - Commenting on Commentaries)
Cyril Barber - An exhaustive, technical commentary that ably defends the cardinal doctrines of the Christian faith while expounding the text. Deserves a place on the shelf of every pastor.
D Edmond Hiebert - An exhaustive, technical commentary by a conservative French theologian of the past century. Godet's theological and critical conservatism is clearly revealed in this work on Luke. Of abiding value in spite of its age.
Rosscup comments: Though old, this work is almost exhaustive in dealing with interpretive problems and shows a wide acquaintance with commentators of all ages up to his day. He is regarded by Greek authorities as weak on textual criticism but strong on exegesis. (Rosscup, J. Commentaries for Biblical Expositors)
GOSPEL COALITION - audio sermons on Luke 1
GOTQUESTIONS
- Gospel of Luke
- Who was Luke in the Bible?
- What can we learn from the life of Luke?
- What are the Synoptic Gospels? What is the Synoptic Problem?
- What is the difference between the Kingdom of God and the Kingdom of Heaven?
- Why are Jesus' genealogies in Matthew and Luke so different?
- Questions about Luke
- Luke 1:3 Who was Theophilus at the beginning of Luke and Acts?
- Luke 1:6 Who was Elizabeth in the Bible?
- Luke 1:19 What does the Bible say about the angel Gabriel?
L M GRANT
SCOTT GRANT
DAVE GUZIK
DANNY HALL
ROBERT HAWKER - Poor Man's Commentary
MATTHEW HENRY
DANIEL HILL - 348 PAGE MODERN EVANGELICAL COMMENTARY
F B HOLE - Commentary
HOLMAN PUBLISHING - well done, conservative study Bible notes
DAVID HOLWICK
- Luke 1:5-20 What About the Old Folks?
- Luke 1:13-17 Preparing God's Way
- Luke 1:26-38 Open Your Heart To God's Plans
- Luke 1:26-38 Hail, Mary
- Luke 1:28-38 Can God Use a Woman?
- Luke 1:38,46-55 Mary's Faith
- Luke 1:39-45 Evaluate Your Christmas
- Luke 1:46-55 Auto-Focus Your Christmas
- Luke 1:46-55 Christmas Faith
- Luke 1:46-55 What Mary Knew
- Luke 1:67-75 Zech's Song
- Luke 1:76-79 All I Want For Christmas Is ... Peace
HYMN STORIES
HARRY IRONSIDE
JAMIESON, FAUSSET, BROWN
LOWELL JOHNSON
WILLIAM KELLY
Cyril Barber - An excellent handling of Luke's theme, replete with the author's own translation and an exposition that is at once refreshing and satisfying.
KJV BIBLE COMMENTARY - Edward Hindson and Woodrow M Kroll
Well done conservative commentary that interprets Scripture from a literal perspective. User reviews - 372 ratings - I have found the comments are very good but not generally in great depth. It is worth check as you may glean additional insights on a passage. It is not strictly speaking verse by verse but does cover many verses.
PAUL E. KRETZMANN -Lutheran Perspective
LANGE'S COMMENTARY - J J VAN OOSTERZEE - Lange's Commentary on the Holy Scriptures
Spurgeon writes "Oosterzee in Lange is excellent."
D Edmond Hiebert - In keeping with the series to which it belongs, the massive material is presented in three parts: exegetical and critical, doctrinal and ethical, and homiletical and practical. Conservative in viewpoint. Valuable for those willing to dig into its vast stores of material, much of which is definitely dated.
H. P. LIDDON
LIFE APPLICATION BIBLE - Notes on Luke (158 pages) includes nice black and white maps
- Luke Application Study Notes - These are practical notes which help you apply the text.
JOHN LIGHTFOOT - Commentary
JOHN MACARTHUR - verse by verse - probably the best expositor in the last 100 years but very literal and conservative
- Luke : the savior of the world by MacArthur, John - Not his full commentary. - Borrow
- The MacArthur Study Bible - Borrow
- Luke - Escaping Materialism
- Luke - Living for the Joy of Giving
- Luke 1:1-4 Physician and Historian
- Luke 1:1-4 Theologian and Pastor
- Luke 1:5-7 Zacharias: The Righteous Priest
- Luke 1:8-17 God Breaks His Silence: The Revelation to Zacharias
- Luke 1:15-17 The Greatness of John the Baptist
- Luke 1:18-25 A Faithful Promise to a Faithless Priest
- Luke 1:26-31 The Divine Announcement to Mary, Part 1
- Luke 1:26-35 The Greatest Child Ever Born
- Luke 1:31-33 The Divine Announcement to Mary, Part 2
- Luke 1:34-35 The Foundations of the Virgin Birth
- Luke 1:34-35 Fallacies About the Virgin Birth
- Luke 1:34-38 The Virgin Birth: A Divine Miracle
- Luke 1:39-45 Mary and Elizabeth: Confirming Angelic Prophecy
- Luke 1:46-55 The True Christmas Spirit
- Luke 1:46-55 The Spirit of Christmas
- Luke 1:46-55 Mary's Praise
- Luke 1:56-66 The Miraculous Birth of John the Baptist
- Luke 1:67-80 Zachariah's Song of Salvation: Introduction
- Luke 1:67-80 Zachariah's Song of Salvation: The Davidic Covenant
- Luke 1:67-80 Zachariah's Song of Salvation: The Abrahamic Covenant
- Luke 1:67-80 Zachariah's Song of Salvation: The New Covenant, Part 1
- Luke 1:67-80 Zachariah's Song of Salvation: The New Covenant, Part 2
- Luke 1:67-80 Zachariah's Song of Salvation: The New Covenant, Part 3
- QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
- Luke 1 Why a Virgin Birth?
- Luke 1 Mary’s Humble Response
- Luke 1:38 How Could Mary Respond So Calmly to the News of Her Miraculous Pregnancy?
ALEXANDER MACLAREN - sermons with a devotional bent
- Click for sermons below
- Luke 1:5–17 Elijah Come Again
- Luke 1:15 True Greatness
- Luke 1:46–55 The Magnificat
- Luke 1:67–80 Zacharias’ Hymn
- Luke 1:78–79 The Dayspring from on High
BRYN MACPHAIL
- The Consequences of Unbelief (Luke 1:5-25)
- Touched By An Angel - Part I (Luke 1:5-25)
- Touched By An Angel - Part II (Luke 1:26-38)
- No Ordinary Child (Luke 1:26-38)
J VERNON MCGEE - often has pithy comments
F B MEYER - devotional
HEINRICH MEYER - Commentary - lots of Greek
J R MILLER - Devotional Hours
ROB MORGAN
- Luke 1 - The Historical Reliability of the Bible - The Case for Design
- Luke 1:34-35 The Virgin Birth of Jesus Christ
- Luke 1:26-38 Nothing Is Impossible
- Luke 1:26-38 God in Three Persons, Blessed Trinity
- Luke 1:28-36 Christmas Psychology
- Luke 1:26-38 Divine Cartography
- Luke 1:26-38 When an Angel Visits
- Luke 1:26-3:23 Can We Borrow a Little Boy?
- Luke 1:46-55 Mary
- Luke 1:46-55 His Mercy Extended
- Luke 1:46-55 Holy Is His Name
HENRY MORRIS - Defender's Study Bible Notes - well-known creationist. Conservative. Millennial.
- Luke 1:3 me also from the very first Theophilus
- Luke 1:7 well stricken in years
- Luke 1:15 strong drink from his mother’s womb
- Luke 1:16 turn to the Lord
- Luke 1:17 power of Elias prepared for the Lord
- Luke 1:23 accomplished
- Luke 1:26 sixth month Gabriel
- Luke 1:27 virgin
- Luke 1:28 highly favoured
- Luke 1:30 favour
- Luke 1:31 conceive in thy womb
- Luke 1:32 throne of his father David
- Luke 1:34 How shall this be
- Luke 1:35 overshadow thee holy thing Son of God
- Luke 1:36 thy cousin Elisabeth
- Luke 1:37 impossible
- Luke 1:41 filled with the Holy Ghost
- Luke 1:46 magnify the Lord
- Luke 1:47 my Saviour
- Luke 1:67 filled with the Holy Ghost
- Luke 1:70 since the world began
- Luke 1:77 knowledge of salvation
- Luke 1:78 dayspring
- Luke 1:80 in the deserts
ROBERT NEIGHBOUR - Living Water Commentary
NET BIBLE NOTES - somewhat technical but you can find some practical "nuggets" from time to time
JAMES NISBET'S - Church Pulpit Commentary
OUR DAILY BREAD - devotional
- Luke 1:5-17
- Luke 1:18-25 From Shame to Honor
- Luke 1:26-35
- Luke 1:26-35
- Luke 1:26-45
- Luke 1:26-38
- Luke 1:26-38
- Luke 1:26-38
- Luke 1:26-38
- Luke 1:30-31 What to Name the Baby
- Luke 1:34-41
- Luke 1:35 Overshadowed
- Luke 1:37
- Luke 1:39-56
- Luke 1:46-47 Mosaic of Beauty
- Luke 1:46-55
- Luke 1:64 The Christmas Gift of Speech
- Luke 1:67-80
DAVID E OWEN
- Luke 1 We Shall Give Him Our Son
- Luke 1 I Shall Give Him My Service
- Luke 1:26-31 Joy To The World
- Luke 1:26-33 Fear Not - God's Plan Includes Jesus
- Luke 1:26-49 I Shall Give My Self
- Luke 1:26-55 The Considerable Experience of the Christmas Story
- Luke 1:5-25 Fear Not - God's Plan Includes John
PASTOR LIFE -
- Let God Speak Luke 1:1-4 Doran Womack
- The Annunciation Luke 1:26-38 J. Robert White
- What A Baby! Luke 1:39-45 James McCullen
- A Life of Total Commitment Luke 1:46-55 Rick Safriet
- Christmas - Praise God Luke 1:8-50 Denis Lyle
PETER PETT - Commentary
J C PHILPOT
JOHN PIPER
- Luke 1 Resources at Desiringgod.org
- Luke 1 Who Was Jesus' Grandfather?
- Luke 1:1–2:52 Jesus the Son of God, the Son of Mary
- Luke 1:1-4 The Aim of Dr Luke
- Luke 1:5-25 How Not to Talk to an Angel
- Luke 1:16–17 Prepare the Way
- Luke 1:24–45 The Baby in My Womb Leaped for Joy
- Luke 1:26-38 The Virgin Birth of the Son of God
- Luke 1:26-38 The Child to Be Born Will Be Called Holy--the Son of God
- Luke 1:26–38 Seven Reasons to Worship on Christmas
- Luke 1:30–37 What Child Is This?
- Luke 1:26-37 Christ Conceived By the Holy Spirit
- Luke 1:24-45 The Baby in My Womb Leaped for Joy - Desiring God
- Luke 1:46-55 Meditation on the Magnificat
- Luke 1:46–55 Mary’s Magnificent God
- Luke 1:67-79 Jesus Is the Horn of Salvation
- Luke 1:68–71 The Long-Awaited Visitation
ALFRED PLUMMER - International Critical Commentary - Detailed Comments Verse by Verse
Rosscup comments: This used to be often considered the best older commentary on the Greek. (Rosscup, J. Commentaries for Biblical Expositors)
D. D. Salmond - It is distinguished throughout by learning, sobriety of judgment, and sound exegesis. It is a weighty contribution to the interpretation of the third Gospel, and will take an honorable place in the series of which it forms a part.
J. H. Thayer - It is a valuable and welcome addition to our somewhat scanty stock of first-class commentaries on the third Gospel. By its scholarly thoroughness it well sustains the reputation which the International Series has already won.
Cyril Barber - A most exhaustive and helpful treatment of the Greek text.
E H PLUMPTRE, D.D. - New Testament Commentary for English Readers Edited by Charles J Ellicott, D.D.
MATTHEW POOLE - Commentary
WIL POUNDS
PREACHER'S HOMILETICAL - Commentary - Includes Germ Notes, Illustrations, Homilies
RAY PRITCHARD
- Luke 1:5-20, 57-64 Good News for Poor Performers and Splendid Sinners
- Luke 1:26-38 Why the Virgin Birth Matters
- Luke 1:26-38 Mary: Believing the Impossible
- Luke 1:33 His Kingdom Will Never End
- Luke 1:33 From Jacob to Jesus
- Luke 1:48-55 Jesus The Revolutionary: Mary's Song
- Luke 1:67-80 Behind The Scenes At Christmastime: Zechariah's Song
- Luke 1:78-79 Sunrise at Bethlehem
- Luke 1:48-55 Jesus The Revolutionary: Mary’s Song
- Luke 1:67-80 Zechariah’s Song
- 52 Christmas Sermons
PULPIT COMMENTARY
REFORMATION STUDY BIBLE - study notes from a reformed perspective
- Luke 1:1–4
- Luke 1:1
- Luke 1:2
- Luke 1:3
- Luke 1:4
- Luke 1:5
- Luke 1:6
- Luke 1:7
- Luke 1:9
- Luke 1:11
- Luke 1:13
- Luke 1:15
- Luke 1:17
- Luke 1:19
- Luke 1:21
- Luke 1:24
- Luke 1:27
- Luke 1:28–29
- Luke 1
- Luke 1:32
- Luke 1:33
- Luke 1:34
- Luke 1:36
- Luke 1:39
- Luke 1:41
- Luke 1:46–55
- Luke 1:48
- Luke 1:51–53
- Luke 1:54
- Luke 1:55
- Luke 1:59
- Luke 1:63
- Luke 1:65
- Luke 1:68
- Luke 1:69
- Luke 1:72
- Luke 1:76
- Luke 1:78
- Luke 1:80
A. T. ROBERTSON - Brief word studies on select Greek words
RON RITCHIE
DON ROBINSON
J C RYLE
ROB SALVATO
JOHNNY SANDERS - verse by verse notes but notes are very brief
SERMONAUDIO - PDF's of sermons - Be aware there might be some variation in quality so be a Berean!
- Luke 1 Sermons in PDF - 838 sermons (7/22)
SERMON BIBLE COMMENTARY
CHARLES SIMEON
- All Simeon's Sermons on Luke on one Page
- Luke 1:17 John the Forerunner of Jesus
- Luke 1:35, 38 The Angel's Message to Mary
- Luke 1:46, 47 The Virgin's Song of Praise
- Luke 1:67-75 The Son of Zacharias
- Luke 1:78, 79 The Causes of Our Saviour's Incarnation
CHUCK SMITH - founder of Calvary Chapel
- Luke 1
- Sermon Notes for Luke 1:5
- Sermon Notes for Luke 1:5-20
- Sermon Notes for Luke 1:20
- Sermon Notes for Luke 1:26-38
- Sermon Notes for Luke 1:26
- Sermon Notes for Luke 1:26
- Sermon Notes for Luke 1:26
- Sermon Notes for Luke 1:51
- Sermon Notes for Luke 1:74-75
JAMES SMITH - HANDFULS OF PURPOSE GOSPEL OF LUKE
- Click here for the following discussions
- A FAITH CONFIRMING PROLOGUE. Luke 1:1-4.
- ZACHARIAS MADE DUMB THROUGH UNBELIEF. Luke 1:5-22.
- JOHN THE BAPTIST AND THE HOLY SPIRIT. Luke 1:12-17.
- A GREAT CHARACTER. Luke 1:15, 16.
- JESUS AS SAVIOR AND KING. Luke 1:30-33.
- MARY'S PRAYER. Luke 1:30-38.
- HOLY JOY. Luke 1:46-55.
- DELIVERED TO SERVE. Luke 1:74, 75.
R C SPROUL DEVOTIONALS GOSPEL OF LUKE - transcripts from Ligonier
- Luke 1:5–17 The Prophetic Hope Fulfilled
- Luke 1:5-38 Message-Bearers
- Luke 1:5–38 Angels as Messengers
- Luke 1:26–38 The Messiah’s Mother
- Luke 1:26–38 Spirit-Conceived and Virgin-Born
- Luke 1:39–45 Regeneration Is Immediate
- Luke 1:76-77 Salvation from the Old Evils
R C SPROUL - Sermons Mp3 only - Sproul's expositional sermons on Luke
- Luke 1:1-4 The Gospel of Luke
- Luke 1:5-25 The Angel & Zacharias (Part 1)
- Luke 1:5-25 The Angel & Zacharias (Part 2)
- Luke 1:5-25 The Angel & Zacharias (Part 3)
- Luke 1:26-38 The Annunciation
- Luke 1:26-38 Mary’s Fiat
- Luke 1:39-45 Mary’s Visit to Elizabeth
- Luke 1:46-56 The Magnificat (Part 1)
- Luke 1:46-56 The Magnificat (Part 2)
- Luke 1:57-66 The Birth of John the Baptist
- Luke 1:67-75 The Benedictus (Part 1)
- Luke 1:67-80 The Benedictus (Part 2)
- Luke 1:67-80 The Benedictus (Part 3)
C. H. SPURGEON
- Luke 1 - exposition
- Luke 1:17 A People Prepared for the Lord
- Luke 1:18, 34 A Distinction with a Difference
- Luke 1:20 The Judgment Upon Zacharias
- Luke 1:32 He Shall Be Great
- Luke 1:46 The Keynote of a Choice Sonnet
- Luke 1:46, 47 Mary’s Magnificat
- Luke 1:46, 47 Mary’s Song
- Luke 1:46-47 A Harp of Ten Strings
- Luke 1:53 Alto and Bass
- Luke 1:79 The Tender Mercy of Our God
- Luke 1:53 The Hungry Filled, the Rich Emptied
- Luke 1:78 God’s Tender Mercy
JOHN STEVENSON
- Luke 1:1-4. The Gospel According to Luke
- Luke 1:5-25. The Announcement to Zacharias
- Luke 1:26-56. The Announcement to Mary
- Luke 1:57-80. The Birth and Circumcision of the Forerunner
THIRD MILLENNIUM STUDY NOTES
- The Preface - Luke 1:1-4
- Jesus' Birth and Early Years - Luke 1:5-4:13
- Two Mothers, Two Infants, One Savior - Luke 1:5-2:52
- Announcement of John's birth - Luke 1:5
- Upright in the sight of God - Luke 1:6-7
- Chosen by lot - Luke 1:8-9
- All the assembled worshipers were praying - Luke 1:10
- Your prayer has been heard - Luke 1:11-20
- The people were waiting for Zechariah and wondering - Luke 1:21-22
- The Lord has done this for me - Luke 1:23-25
- The Birth of Jesus foretold - Luke 1:26-38
- Mary visits Elizabeth - Luke 1:35-41
- Mary's song - Luke 1:46-56
- Birth of John the Baptist - Luke 1:57-66
- Zechariah's song - Luke 1:67-80
GEOFF THOMAS Sermons on Luke 1
- 1:1-4 Luke’s gospel and why he decided to write it
- 1:5-7 The mighty acts of God
- 1:8-10 Zechariah at the altar of Incense
- 1:11-17 God’s messenger speaks
- 1:18-25 God judges unbelief
- 1:26-28 God speaks to Mary
- 1:29-33 Mary’s son will be great
- 1:35-38 The virgin birth of Christ (I)
- 1:34-35 The virgin birth of Christ (II)
- 1:39-45 The child leaped for joy
- 1:46-56 The Magnificat
- 1:57-66 The birth of John and the blessings it bought
- 1:67-79 The Lord has come and redeemed his people
DAVID THOMPSON - sermons - average about 6 pages, verse by verse exposition. Literal. Conservative.
- Luke Message #01 Introduction of Luke
- Luke Message #02 Luke 1:1-4
- Luke Message #03 Luke 1:5-10
- Luke Message #04 Luke 1:10-25
- Luke Message #05 Luke 1:26-38
- Luke Message #06 Luke 1:39-56
- Luke Message #07 Luke 1:57-66
- Luke Message #08 Luke 1:67-80
TODAY IN THE WORD - devotionals
JOHN TRAPP - Commentary
TERRY TRIVETTE
RON RITCHIE SERMONS ON LUKE
BOB UTLEY - CONCISE NOTES, AMILLENNIAL
MARVIN VINCENT
WARREN WIERSBE - Always worth checking for preaching/teaching points.
Rosscup - One of America’s most appreciated staunchly evangelical Bible conference teachers gives diligent, refreshing expositions. These are all of his 23 separate, earlier books in the “Be” series on the New Testament. He strikes a particular appeal with lay people as he crystallizes sections, deals with some of the verses, handles certain problems and backgrounds and applies principles. He is premillennial.
- Wiersbe Bible Commentary - scroll to page 143
- Bible exposition commentary Or here - borrow
- Be compassionate (Luke 1-13) - borrow
- Be courageous (Luke 14-24) - borrow
ALEXANDER WHYTE
- Luke 1:47 Devotional
- Luke 1:53 Devotional - He hath filled the hungry with good things; and the rich he hath sent empty away. - Luke 1:53 Beware of placing any limit whatever to the grace of Jesus. Be your circumstances what they may; remember that "God is able to make all grace abound towards you; that you always, having all sufficiency in all things, may abound to every good work." Make no allowance for sin, frame no excuses for inactivity, shrink from no cross, be disheartened by no difficulty, give place to no temptation, yield to no excessive grief; for Jesus has spoken it, and He now speaks it to you, "My grace is sufficient for you." Since, then, the grace of Jesus is illimitable, take with you in your journeying to the one Source of supply a vessel of large capacity that you may receive abundantly. Remember that, as a believer in the Lord Jesus, "All things are for your sake, that the abundant grace might, through the thanksgiving of many, redound to the glory of God." Let your life be a perpetual traveling to this grace. Do not be satisfied with what you have already received. Go, again and yet again, to this Divine Fountain, taking every corruption as it is developed, every sin as it is felt, every sorrow as it rises, to Jesus; remembering for your encouragement, that though you have received much, yet "He gives more grace," and is prepared to give you much more than you have yet received. Rejoice that the emptiness of the vessel is no plea against the filling of the vessel. If the Spirit of God has made you "poor in spirit," has wrought in you a "hungering and thirsting for righteousness," betake yourself to the grace of Jesus. The full vessel He needs not, nor does the full vessel want Him. He invites, He draws, and He receives none save the empty. He will have all the honor of our salvation. He will magnify His grace in the creature's nothingness. Your emptiness shall eternally glorify His fullness. With the example and the words before me of him who styled himself the 'chief of sinners,' I hesitate not to encourage the greatest sinner to come to Christ. "Who was before a blasphemer, and a persecutor, and injurious: but I obtained mercy... And the grace of our Lord was exceeding abundant with faith and love which are in Christ Jesus. This is a faithful saying, and worthy of all acceptation, that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners, of whom I am chief." Truly might he exclaim, "By the grace of God I am what I am." Beware then, I beseech you, of going to Christ for salvation in any other character than as an empty sinner. Had the vessels been brought other than empty, to receive the miraculous oil, they would have been refused, filled though they had been with ambrosia itself. Nothing should mingle with the oil. Nothing should shade the luster of the miracle. And so is it with the grace of Jesus. Brilliant genius, profound erudition, costly benevolence, and the purest ethics of natural religion, avail nothing in the matter of the soul's salvation. These are the ambrosia, of which the vessel must be emptied before it comes to Christ. It must all be laid aside as constituting a plea of acceptance. The only plea admissible with Christ is that without His grace you perish forever. "Lord, save, or I perish."
WYCLIFFE BIBLE COMMENTARY - Merrill C Tenney authored the Gospel of Luke. Scripture in left column, comments in right column
James Rosscup - Tenney is limited in his space, but usually makes good use of it to explain verses so as to provide help. He is conservative and premillennial. Sometimes he is quite clear, other times one can only guess what he means when he is vague, as when he says that “the kingdom of God is nigh at hand” (Lk 21:29) are words complementary to Lk 17:21, “The kingdom of God is within you” (p. 1063). Overall he offers a fairly good commentary for those wanting a brief study with considerable competence behind it.
- Luke 1 Comments - note if you want to use copy and paste function, select the one page view. Two page view does not allow copy/paste.
STEVE ZEISLER