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Chart from recommended resource Jensen's Survey of the NT - used by permission
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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/
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
- AND 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 MacArthur study Bible - John MacArthur. Brief but well done notes 1,275 ratings
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.
Ryrie Study Bible Expanded Edition (1994) 2232 pages
The Ryrie study Bible - Charles Ryrie (1978) 2142 pages. Conservative.
The Defender's Study Bible : King James Version by Morris, Henry M. Excellent notes by well known creationist. 45 ratings
The Apologetics Study Bible Understand Why You Believe - 5642 pages! - Norman Geisler, et al - No restrictions
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 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."
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
Dictionary Of Biblical Imagery - Leland Ryken, James Wilhoit, Temper Longman III, et al - no restriction. Excellent resource.
Hard Sayings of the Bible - Walter Kaiser, et al - no restriction.
Encyclopedia of Bible Difficulties - Gleason Archer - no restriction
When Critics Ask - Norman Geisler - no restriction
When Cultists Ask - Norman Geisler - no restriction.
Dictionary of deities and demons in the Bible (DDD) - 950 pages (1995) Read some of the 65 ratings (4.8/5 Stars). A definitive, in depth resource on this subject. Very expensive to purchase. Can be borrowed.
NOTE - All of these resources can be borrowed from archive.org. This list also includes resources to help study the Bible.
See also the list of Word Study Resources
The Complete Word Study Dictionary: New Testament by Spiros Zodhiates - A Greek scholar. This is my "go to" resource for Greek word studies. One on the best lexicons for laymen. Highly Recommended for Greek Word Studies to aid your interpretation of a passage.
Vine's Expository Dictionary of Old Testament and New Testament Words - pdf. The old standby. You can also borrow Vine's complete expository dictionary of Old and New Testament words
The New International Dictionary of New Testament Theology - NIDNTT - Colin Brown, ed - All 3 volumes available. No restrictions. Very in depth studies on Greek words. Can be a little tricky finding a word so I have written instructions on how to most efficiently use this incredible resource (click).
Analytical Lexicon of the Greek New Testament by Timothy Friberg. Shorter definitions than Zodhiates but does an excellent job in summarizing the various nuances of a specific Greek word. One of my favorites.
Shorter Lexicon of the Greek New Testament by F. Wilbur Gingrich. Similar to Friberg but shorter definitions. Gingrich however gives more Scriptures for each entry, whereas Friberg generally gives only one representative Scripture.
The New Linguistic and Exegetical Key to the Greek New Testament by Cleon Rogers - This book is a gold mine of little gems on individual Greek words in any NT passage you are studying. If you have time it is always worth checking out! I use it in my Greek word studies all the time.
Kittel's Theological Dictionary of the New Testament : abridged in one volume (TDNT) - Classic ("Little Kittel") work summarizing the 10 volume set by Kittel. For most of us the abridged definition is "more than enough!"
A Greek-English lexicon of the New Testament, and other early Christian literature (BDAG); by Bauer, Walter, More detailed definitions but need to know Greek. Zodhiates and Friberg are much easier to use.
Liddell and Scott's Greek-English lexicon, abridged : the little Liddell by Liddell, Henry George. The abridged version. You need to know Greek to use.
Expository Dictionary of Bible Words by Richards, Larry, It does not go into great depth on the Greek or Hebrew words but Richards often has some excellent insights.
Greek-English lexicon of the New Testament : based on semantic domains - Louw Nida. Brief but nice definitions. Not easy to use - you need to know some Greek. Classifies Greek words into 93 "semantic domains" (see list on page XXV) and if you can categorize the word you are looking for in one of the domains, it can help find the specific word you are interested in.
Word meanings in the New Testament - Matthew-Revelation by Ralph Earle. Strictly speaking this is not a lexicon, but it offers insights on select words in a verse by verse format (but not every verse is included in the analysis). This resource is worth checking if you have time as it can occasionally give some wonderful insights on a specific Greek word.
New Testament Words - William Barclay - 59 ratings very interesting resource - covers about 70 NT Greek words in Barclay's unique style. On page 289 there is a helpful index of English words with the corresponding Greek word, in turn followed by the places Barclay described them in New Testament Words and in his Daily Study Bible series (see list of DSB commentaries here). E.g., take the Greek word for "Covetousness" which is pleonexia and is found in New Testament Words on page 61 and pp 233-235 and is also described in the Daily Study Bible entries for : Mark 7:14-23; Ro 1:28-32; Eph. 4:17-24; Col. 3:5. So you can click the DSB commentary on Mark 7 and scroll down to Mark 7:14 to see Barclay's entry for pleonexia which concludes "Pleonexia ( G4124) is that lust for having which is in the heart of the man who sees happiness in things instead of in God." Interesting!
Exegetical Dictionary of the New Testament (Volume 1 - A thru E); Exegetical Dictionary of the New Testament (Volume 3- P thru ...) Volume 2 not available. I do not find this adds much to the easier to use resources like Zodhiates and Friberg.
A Pocket Lexicon to the Greek New Testament by Souter, Alexander. Brief definitions. Need to know some Greek. Not that helpful.
New Testament Words in Today's Language by Detzler, Wayne A - Wonderful resource to supplement word studies. 3 ratings THIS IS A SLEEPER!
So That's What it Means - This book was formerly titled "Theological Wordbook" edited by Charles Swindoll. It is now under this new title So That's What it Means and can be borrowed - it is more like a dictionary than a lexicon but the comments are superb! The contributors include Donald K. Campbell, Wendell G. Johnston, John A. Witmer, John F. Walvoord
Christian Words By: Turner, Nigel, Published: 1980 - >500 pages. An interesting, unique resource on Greek words (no Hebrew) with extensive bibliography. For an example see "Abba" and "Alleluia" - "In Christian vocabulary Alleluia is a heavenly song, a chant of saints in the bliss of Paradise, echoed on earth as joyful seasons." One caution is he uses the Apocryphal writings extensively - I am not sure of his theological persuasion.
Zondervan NASB exhaustive concordance - 1589 pages
Pocket dictionary for the study of New Testament Greek by DeMoss, Matthew S. If you want to dig a little deeper into Greek. 66 ratings
Synonyms of the New Testament by Trench, Richard Chenevix - or click here for list of 108 entries.
Expository dictionary of Bible words : word studies for key English Bible words based on - Stephen Renn
HENRY ALFORD- Commentary
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 2 The New Testament for English Readers
- Luke 2 Commentary The Greek New Testament
GREG ALLEN - Sermons
LANCELOT ANDREWS - Sermon
WILLIAM BARCLAY- Commentary
ALBERT BARNES- Commentary
BRIAN BELL - Sermons
- Luke 2 Notes
- Luke 2:1 -7 The Bethlehem Miracle
- Luke 2:8 -20 The Christmas Gospel
- Luke 2:21 -35 Child of Hope
- Luke 2:36 -52 Left Behind
CHRIS BENFIELD - Sermons
- Luke 2:1-7 Christmas:A Time of Distraction or Devotion?
- Luke 2:1-20 The Birth of the Savior
- Luke 2:8-20 The Savior is Born
JOHANN A BENGEL - Commentary
BIBLICAL ILLUSTRATOR
BRIAN BILL - Sermons - worth checking to supplement your preaching or teaching
- Luke 2:8-20 Christmas Questions: Discovery
- Luke 2:8-20 Christmas According to Luke
- Luke 2:1-7 The Mystery Man With No Room
- Luke 2:8-20 The Shepherd's Joy About Jesus
- Luke 2:9-14 The Angels' Plea for Peace
- Luke 2:14 The Angel's Alleluia
- Luke 2:25 Waiting for Christmas
- Luke 2:38 All I Want for Christmas is Hope
A B BRUCE - Expositor's Greek Testament
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)
- Luke 2:1-21 The Birth of Jesus
- Luke 2:22-40 Witness of a Man & Woman
- Luke 2:41-52 12yo Jesus Goes to the Temple
JIM BOMKAMP - Sermons
- Luke 2:1-39 The Birth And Dedication Of Jesus
- Luke 2:40-3:14 The Early Life Of Jesus / Intro. To The Ministry Of John The Baptist
GENE BROOKS - Sermons
- Luke 2:1-12 The Infant is Sovereign
- Luke 2:1-20 - The Birth of Jesus
- Luke 2:8-20 - What Child is this?
- Luke 2:21-40 - The Presentation of Jesus
- Luke 2:41-52 - The Boy Jesus
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 2 - Has all of the following in easier to read format
JOHN CALVIN
- Luke 2:1-7
- Luke 2:8-14
- Luke 2:15-21
- Luke 2:22-32
- Luke 2:33-39
- Luke 2:40-47
- Luke 2:48-52
- Luke 3:1-6
- Luke 3:7-14
- Luke 3:15-18
- Luke 3:21-23
- Luke 4:1-4
CAMBRIDGE BIBLE 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 - Sermons
- Luke 2:1-20 Behold The Lamb Provided
- Luke 2:1-20 Who We Leave Out of the Nativity
- Luke 2:1-20 How to Assemble a Right Christmas
- Luke 2:7--20 When Shepherds Meet
- Luke 2:8-20 We Can Sing the Shepherd's Song
- Luke 2:1-7 Why Was The Lord Of Glory Laid In A Manger?
- Luke 2:1-20 Three Christmas Messages
- Luke 2:1-20 The Night Heaven Visited The Earth
- Luke 2:8-20 Some True Reasons For The Season -
- Luke 2:8-20 O Holy Night
- Luke 2:11 The Three-fold Identity Of Bethlehem's Babe
- Luke 2:21-38 Behold The Lamb Praised
- Luke 2:21-36 The Lord's Family Goes To Church
RICH CATHERS - sermons with frequent illustrations
2000 Study
CENTURY BIBLE COMMENTARY
OSWALD CHAMBERS - Devotional
THEODOR CHRISTLIEB - Sermons
ADAM CLARKE - Commentary
CLIPART/PICTURES
THOMAS CONSTABLE - Expository Notes
W A CRISWELL - Sermons
- Luke 2:1 A Decree of Caesar Augustus
- Luke 2:1-7 The Christ of Christmas
- Luke 2:1 The Decrees of Caesar and of God
- Luke 2:1-5 What Was News the Day Before Christmas
- Luke 2:1-5 What Was the News the Day Before Christmas?
- Luke 2:1-20 Children's Christmas Hour
- Luke 2:1-20 The Star Of Hope
- Luke 2:1-16 The Angels of Heaven
- Luke 2:6-40 Sweet Little Jesus Boy
- Luke 2:6-7 The Little Lamb of God
- Luke 2:7 Babe of Bethlehem
- Luke 2:9 The Christ of Christmas
- Luke 2:11 Jesus Born in Our Hearts and Home
- Luke 2:11 Jesus Born in Heart and Home
- Luke 2:11 When Jesus Is Born In Our Hearts
- Luke 2:12 The World's Greatest Need
- Luke 2:12 The Babe in the Manger
- Luke 2:15 Do You See What I See?
- Luke 2:19-51 Twas the Day After Christmas
- Luke 2:22-35 The Meaning of Christmas
- Luke 2:26-35 The Miracle of the Incarnation
- Luke 2:39-52 The Christian Home
- Luke 2:39-52 The Child in the Christian Home
- Luke 2:40-51 Twas the Day After Christmas
- Luke 2:40 Leaving the Patterns of Life
- Luke 2:51 Twas the Day after Christmas
- Luke 2:51 Religion in the Letdown
- Luke 2:51 Twas the Day After Christmas
- Luke 2:51-52 Weaving the Patterns of Life
STEVEN COLE - Sermons
- Luke 2:1-20 The Best News in the World
- Luke 2:8-11 The Best News in the World
- Luke 2:8-20 The Simplicity Of Christmas
- Luke 2:10-11 The Question You Must Answer
- Luke 2:21-35 Christ Our Hope
- Luke 2:25-35 Christ, the Hope of the World
- Luke 2:36-38b On Wasting Your Life
- Luke 2:36-38 A Life Well Spent
- Luke 2:39-52 Imitating Jesus
RON DANIEL - sermons
- Luke 2:8-40 Joy For All People; Christmas Traditions
- Luke 2:41-3:38 Preaching Repentance; Baptism Of Jesus
BOB DEFFINBAUGH - Sermons
- Luke 2:1-20 The Birth of the Messiah
- Luke 2:21-40 Psalm of Simeon and the Announcement of Anna
- Luke 2:39-52 The Day Jesus Went AWOL
JOHN DUMMELOW - COMMENTARY
DAN DUNCAN - Sermons
J LIGON DUNCAN - Sermons
- Lying in a Manger Luke 2:1-7
- It's a Boy! Luke 2:1-7
- Nine Lessons and Carols - The Significance of Christ's Birth Luke 2:1-7
- The Messiah Is Born Luke 2:1-7
- Away in a Manger Luke 2:7
- Hillside Shepherds Luke 2:8-20
- Good Christian Men, Rejoice Luke 2:8-11
- It Came Upon the Midnight Clear Luke 2:8-9
- While Shepherds Watched Their Flocks by Night Luke 2:8-15
- Pondering These Things in Our Hearts Luke 2:8-20
- Soli Deo Gloria Luke 2:8-16
- Adored by Angels Luke 2:8-14
- The Gloria Luke 2:8-20
- Nine Lessons and Carols - Peace by Piece Luke 2:8-20
- Good Tiding of Great Joy to All People Luke 2:8-20
- God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen Luke 2:10
- Hark! The Herald Angels Sing Luke 2:13-14
- Gloria Luke 2:14
- Jesus: Adored by Shepherds Luke 2:15-21
- Come, Thou Long Expected Jesus Luke 2:21-35
- Fulfilling the Law-Finding the Messiah Luke 2:21-40
- Nunc Dimitis Luke 2:22-38
- The Gift Only God Can Give Luke 2:22-35
- Luke Christmas Liturgy - Nunc Dimitis Luke 2:29-32
- In My Father's House Luke 2:40-52
- It Should Have Been Obvious Luke 2:41-52
EASY ENGLISH - Commentary
CHARLES R ERDMAN - Commentary
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.
EXPLORE THE BIBLE
EXPOSITOR'S DICTIONARY OF TEXTS
JAMES FOOTE - Commentary
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 2:1-7 The Birth Of Our Savior
- Luke 2:8-20 The Message of the Incarnation
- Luke 2:21-24 According to the Law
- Luke 2:25-35 Christ Our Light, Glory, Salvation
- Luke 2:36-40 Them That Look For Redemption
- Luke 2:41-52 The Master's Boyhood
JAMES FREEMAN - New Manners and Customs
- Swaddling clothes - manger - inn - Luke 2:7 - scroll to page 1003
- the Consolation - Luke 2:25 - scroll to page 1006
- First Day's Journey - Lk 2:44 - scroll to page 1007
- Doctors and Disciples - Luke 2:46KJV - scroll to page 1009
A C GAEBELEIN Annotated Bible
JOHN GILL - Commentary
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 - Sermons
GOTQUESTIONS
- Luke 2:36-38 Who was Anna the prophetess in the Bible?
- Why are Jesus' genealogies in Matthew and Luke so different?
GRACE GEMS
L M GRANT - Commentary
SCOTT GRANT - Sermons
T. A. GURNEY - Sermon
DAVE GUZIK - Commentary
DANNY HALL - Sermons
- Luke 2:1-20 The Scope of the Story
- Luke 2:21-40 The Mission Announced
- Luke 2:41-52 The Mission Embraced
JAMES HASTINGS - Sermons
- Luke 2:7 No Room
- Luke 2:10-11 Good Tidings of Great Joy
- Luke 2:13-14 The Song of the Heavenly Hosts
- Luke 2:34-35 A Touchstone of Character
- Luke 2:40 The Growth of the Child Jesus
- Luke 2:49RV Always at Home
- Luke 2:49AV Always at Work
ROBERT HAWKER - Poor Man's Commentary
MATTHEW HENRY - Commentary
F B HOLE - Commentary
HOLMAN PUBLISHING - well done, conservative study Bible notes
DAVID HOLWICK - Sermons
- Luke 2:1 Lowly In A Manger
- Luke 2:1-4,7 Love Prepared the Way
- Luke 2:1-5 Many Peoples, One Truth
- Luke 2:1-7 Christmas On Half A Loaf
- Luke 2:1-7 A Time of Upheaval
- Luke 2:1-7 One Thing Left To Do
- Luke 2:1-7 What If There Was No Christmas?
- Luke 2:4-12 That Silent Night
- Luke 2:4-18 Let's Go To Bethlehem
- Luke 2:7 No Room In the Inn
- Luke 2:7 No Room In the Inn
- Luke 2:8 It Happened At Night
- Luke 2:8-14 Have a Harking Christmas
- Luke 2:8-14 Where's the Peace?
- Luke 2:8-14 Messengers of Joy
- Luke 2:8-16 All I Want For Christmas Is ... Joy
- Luke 2:8-17 Wonder, The Shepherds' Gift
- Luke 2:8-18 Jesus Loved the Little People
- Luke 2:8-20 The Man Who Missed Christmas
- Luke 2:10 What We Bring to the Savior
- Luke 2:10-11 Joy, The Gift of the Christ Child
- Luke 2:14 Peace on Earth, Goodwill to Men
- Luke 2:14 Peace on Earth?
- Luke 2:25-32 Learning to Wait
- Luke 2:25-32 A Time of Affirmation
- Luke 2:25-32 The Faithful Will Come
- Luke 2:25-32 All I Want For Christmas Is ... Patience
- Luke 2:36-40 Anna: The Longest Wait
- Luke 2:42-51 What Mary Didn't Know
- Luke 2:51-52 From Blah To Plod
- Luke 2:52 Spiritual Maturity
- Luke 2:52 Get Back In Kilter
HYMN STORIES
HARRY IRONSIDE - Commentary
JOHN ANGELL JAMES - Sermon
JAMIESON, FAUSSET, BROWN - Commentary
WILLIAM KELLY - Commentary
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.
- KJV Bible Commentary. - note if you want to use copy and paste function, select the one page view. Two page view does not allow copy/paste.
FRANKLIN L KIRKSEY - Sermon
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 - Sermon
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
LOWELL JOHNSON - Sermons
- Miracles At Bethlehem Luke 2:1-7
- Messages From the Manger Luke 2:1-15
- Born in a Manger Luke 2
- Mary's Little Lamb Luke 2:7-11
- A Heavenly Birth Announcement Luke 2:8-20
- O Holy Night Luke 2:8-20
- Backwards Christmas Luke 2:8-20
- Reclaiming Your Christmas Luke 2:8-16
MARTIN LUTHER - Sermons
- Luke 2:1-14 The Birth of Jesus
- Luke 2:15-20 Fruits & Signs of the Power of the Word of God
- Luke 2:33-40 Of Simeon & Anna
JOHN MACARTHUR- verse by verse - probably the best expositor in the last 100 years but very literal and conservative
- Luke 2:1-7 Jesus' Birth in Bethlehem- 1
- Luke 2:1-7 Jesus' Birth in Bethlehem- 2
- Luke 2:8-11 The Announcement of Jesus' Birth- 1
- Luke 2:8-14 The Announcement of Jesus' Birth- 2
- Luke 2:11 God, The Savior of Men
- Luke 2-15-21 The Announcement of Jesus' Birth- 3
- Luke 2:21-24 Testifying to Jesus: Joseph & Mary
- Luke 2:25-30 Testifying to Jesus: Simeon
- Luke 2:25-35 Testifying to Jesus: Simeon, Part 2
- Luke 2:36-38 Testifying to Jesus: Anna
- Luke 2:39-46 The Amazing Child Who Was God, Part 1
- Luke 2:47-52 The Amazing Child Who Was God, Part 2
- Luke 2:49 The Amazing Child Who Was God, Part 3
ALEXANDER MACLAREN - sermons with a devotional bent
- Luke 2:8–20 Shepherds and Angels
- Luke 2:16 Was, Is, Is to Come
- Luke 2:29–30 Simeon’s Swan-song
- Luke 2:49 The Boy in the Temple
BRYN MACPHAIL - Sermons
- From A Throne To A Feeding Trough (Luke 2:1-7)
- Angels In The Field (Luke 2:1-14)
- From Fear To Joy (Luke 2:8-14)
- Why Christmas Can Always Be Good News (Luke 2:8-14)
- Leave Your Job And Worship The Lord (Luke 2:1-20)
- Making The Message Known (Luke 2:8-20)
- The Time In Between (Luke 2:41-52)
DONNIE MARTIN - Sermon
J VERNON MCGEE - Thru the Bible comments - often has pithy comments
F B MEYER - Devotional
HEINRICH MEYER - Commentary - lots of Greek
J R MILLER - Devotionals
- Luke 2:1-20 The Birth of Jesus
- Luke 2:22-39 The Presentation in the Temple
- Luke 2:40-52 The Boy Jesus in the Temple
J MIKE MINNIX - Sermons
- Luke 2 Jesus Speaks from the Manger
- Luke 2:1-14 Baby Talk
- Luke 2:41 Looking To Jesus
- Luke 2:8-21 An Old Fashioned Christmas
G. CAMPBELL MORGAN - Sermons
- Luke 2:7 The Firstborn
- Luke 2:14 Peace Among Men of God's Pleasureth
- Luke 2:40 Jesus: From Babyhood to Boyhood
ROB MORGAN - Sermon. Frequent illustration.
HENRY MORRIS - Defender's Study Bible Notes - well-known creationist. Conservative. Millennial.
- Luke 2:1 all the world
- Luke 2:2 Cyrenius
- Luke 2:3 his own city
- Luke 2:5 espoused wife
- Luke 2:7 swaddling clothes in a manger inn
- Luke 2:8 abiding in the field
- Luke 2:13 heavenly host
- Luke 2:16 lying in a manger
- Luke 2:21 circumcising of the child named of the angel
- Luke 2:24 turtledoves
- Luke 2:30 thy salvation
- Luke 2:34 for a sign
- Luke 2:35 thy own soul
- Luke 2:40 filled with wisdom
- Luke 2:46 in the midst
- Luke 2:49 wist my Father’s business
- Luke 2:51 was subject unto them
- Luke 2:52 increased in wisdom
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 - Devotionals, Good Sermon Illustrations
- Luke 2:1-10
- Luke 2:1-12
- Luke 2:1-14
- Luke 2:1-14
- Luke 2:1-7,25-35
- Luke 2:1-7
- Luke 2:1-7
- Luke 2:1-7
- Luke 2:1-7
- Luke 2:1-12
- Luke 2:8-10
- Luke 2:8-14
- Luke 2:8-14
- Luke 2:8-19
- Luke 2:8-20
- Luke 2:8-20
- Luke 2:8-20
- Luke 2:8-20
- Luke 2:8-20
- Luke 2:8-20
- Luke 2:8-20
- Luke 2:10
- Luke 2:13-20
- Luke 2:21-35
- Luke 2:22-38
- Luke 2:25-35
- Luke 2:25-35
- Luke 2:25-38
- Luke 2:30
- Luke 2:41-52
- Luke 2:41-52
- Luke 2:46-52
DAVID E OWEN - Sermons
- Luke 2 To The Worshipping Hearts, Jesus Says, Come...Ye Faithful
- Luke 2:1-12 Why Did Jesus Come As A Baby?
- Luke 2:1-12 The Comparative Elements of the Christmas Story
- Luke 2:1-20 Fear Not - God's Plan Includes Joy
- Luke 2:40-52 The Story of Jesus - His Early Years
- Luke 2:49 The Story of Jesus - His Ministry Emphases
JOSEPH PARKER - Sermon
PASTOR LIFE - Sermons
| Jesus Speaks from the Manger | Luke 2 | Christmas; Jesus, Birth of | J. Mike Minnix |
| One Who Waited | Luke 2 | Joy in Jesus; Evangelism; Patience; Christmas | Mark Adams |
| To The Worshipping Hearts, Jesus Says, Come...Ye Faithful | Luke 2 | Christ, Birth of; Christmas | David E. Owen |
| A Gift to Celebrate | Luke 2 :10 | Christmas; Birth of Jesus; Stress in Holidays; Joy | Jimmy Long |
| O Come, Let Us Adore Him | Luke 2 :10-14 | Christ, Birth of; Jesus; Christmas | J. Robert White |
| Getting THIS Christmas Right | Luke 2 :1-10 | Birth of Christ; Christmas; Jesus, Birth of | Mark Adams |
| Why Did Jesus Come As A Baby? | Luke 2 :1-12 | Birth of Jesus; Christmas; Nativity | David E. Owen |
| Why Did Jesus Come As A Baby? | Luke 2 :1-12 | Jesus, Birth of; Christmas; Jesus, Baby | David E. Owen |
| Baby Talk From The Manger | Luke 2 :1-14 | Christ, Birth of; Jesus, Birth of; Christmas | J. Mike Minnix |
| Considerations Concerning the Christ of Christmas | Luke 2 :1-16 | Christmas | Donnie L. Martin |
| The Most Important Announcement in History | Luke 2 :1-20 | Christmas; Birth of Jesus; Angels | Jerry N. Watts |
| Fear Not - God's Plan Includes Joy | Luke 2 :1-20 | Christmas; Jesus, Birth of; Joy in Jesus | David E. Owen |
| His Birth | Luke 2 :1-20 | Birth of Jesus; Nativity; Christmas; Virgin Birth | Mark Adams |
| A Savior is Born | Luke 2 :1-20 | Christmas, Jesus' Birth, Mary and Joseph | Jay Vineyard |
| The Most Misunderstood Christmas Song | Luke 2 :13-14 | Christmas; Song, Christmas | Paul E. Brown |
| Angels We Have Heard On High | Luke 2 :13-15 | Christmas; Christ, Birth of | Terry Trivette |
| The Meaning of Christmas | Luke 2 :16-17 | Christmas, Meaning of; Jesus, Birth of | Preston A. Taylor |
| It's A Boy | Luke 2 :1-7 | Christ, Birth Of; Christmas | Steve Wagers |
| And the Shepherds Returned | Luke 2 :20 | Christmas, Rigth After; Christmas; Shepherds; Jesus, Birth of | Paul E. Brown |
| After Christmas | Luke 2 :21-24 | New Year; Christian Living; Obedience; Faithfulness | Terry Trivette |
| When An Ordinary Christmas Becomes Extraordinary | Luke 2 :25-32 | Christmas; Birth of Jesus; Stress in Holidays; Joy | Rick Lance |
| The Story of Jesus - His Early Years | Luke 2 :40-52 | Jesus, The Life of | David E. Owen |
| Looking To Jesus | Luke 2 :41 | Jesus, Fellowship with; Fellowship with Christ; Joy; Christian Living | J. Mike Minnix |
| Where To Find Him When You Find Him Missing | Luke 2 :41-49 | Jesus, Finding; Renewal, Spiritual | Terry Trivette |
| Reclaiming The Home | Luke 2 :41-52 | Home; Family; Marriage | Frank Page |
| The Story of Jesus - His Ministry Emphases | Luke 2 :49 | Jesus, Ministry of | David E. Owen |
| The First Miracle of Christmas | Luke 2 :6-11 | Christmas; Birth of Christ; New Birth | Kenneth Hendricks |
| No Room for Jesus | Luke 2 :7 | Christ; Birth of | Paul E. Brown |
| The Christmas Rush | Luke 2 :8-20 | Christmas; Shepherds at Bethlehem; Birth of Jesus | Franklin L. Kirksey |
| Bethlehem's Best - The Shepherd's Story | Luke 2 :8-20 | Shepherds; Bethlehem; Jesus, Birth of; Christmas | Donald Cantrell |
| An Old Fashioned Christmas | Luke 2 :8-21 | Christ, Birth of; Christmas; Birth of Jesus | J. Mike |
PETER PETT - Commentary
JOHN PIPER - Sermons
- Luke 2:1-20 A Big God for Little People Seven Christmas Eve Meditations
- Luke 2:1-20 A Savior Is Born! Glory to God, Peace to Man
- Luke 2:21-40 Simeon's Farewell to the World
- Luke 2:25-38 Preparing to Receive Christ Looking for the Consolation of Israel
- Luke 2:36-38 Fasting for the King's Coming
- Luke 2:41-52 The Son of God At 12 Years Old
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
PREACHER'S HOMILETICAL - Commentary - Includes Germ Notes, Illustrations, Homilies
RAY PRITCHARD - Sermons that are very practical with good exposition
- Luke 2:1-7 I'll Be Home For Christmas
- Luke 2:7 No Crib for a Bed: The God of Every Circumstance
- Luke 2:8-14 Can You Hear the Angels Singing?
- Luke 2:8-11 Christmas Joy
- Luke 2:11 A Savior is Born
- Luke 2:12 Lessons From the Manger
- Luke 2:14 The Impossible Dream: The Angels' Song
- Luke 2:17-20 'Twas the day After Christmas
- Luke 2:21 Eighth Day Savior
- Luke 2:25-35 The Cradle And The Cross: Simeon’s Song
PULPIT COMMENTARY
A. T. ROBERTSON - Word Pictures in the NT
REFORMATION STUDY BIBLE - study notes
- Luke 2:1–3
- Luke 2:3
- Luke 2:5
- Luke 2:7
- Luke 2:8
- Luke 2:9
- Luke 2:10
- Luke 2:11
- Luke 2:12
- Luke 2:13
- Luke 2:20
- Luke 2:21–24
- Luke 2:25
- Luke 2:28–32
- Luke 2:30
- Luke 2:31
- Luke 2:34
- Luke 2:35
- Luke 2:36
- Luke 2:41
- Luke 2:42
- Luke 2:43–45
- Luke 2:46–48
- Luke 2:49
- Luke 2:51
- Luke 2:52
RON RITCHIE - Sermons
- Luke 2:1-21 Christmas: A Season of Salvation
- Luke 2:21-38 Is There a Light at the End of the Tunnel?
- Luke 2:39-52 Parents! Where Are Your Children?
DON ROBINSON - Sermons
- Luke 2:1-7 No Room at the Inn
- Luke 2:1-7; 21 His Name Was Called Jesus
- Luke 2:10-11 Good News
- Luke 2:21-35 The Forgotten Man of Christmas
J C RYLE - Commentary
ROB SALVATO - Sermons
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 2 Sermons in PDF - 894 sermons (7/22)
SERMON BIBLE COMMENTARY
CHARLES SIMEON - Sermons
- All Simeon's Sermons on Luke on one Page
- Luke 2:10, 11 Christ's Incarnation Glad Tidings to All
- Luke 2:13, 14 The Angel's Song
- Luke 2:15 Inquiry into the Gospel Recommended
- Luke 2:21 The Circumcision of Christ
- Luke 2:22-24 Presentation of Christ in the Temple
- Luke 2:25 Christ the Consolation of Israel
- Luke 2:28-32 Testimony Borne to Jesus in the Temple
- Luke 2:34, 35 The ends and Effects of Christ's Exhibition to the World
- Luke 2:49 Christ's Early Habits
CHUCK SMITH - Sermon Notes
- Luke 2 Commentary
- Sermon Notes for Luke 2
- Sermon Notes for Luke 2:1
- Sermon Notes for Luke 2:1-8
- Sermon Notes for Luke 2:1-11
- Sermon Notes for Luke 2:1-14
- Sermon Notes for Luke 2:1-14
- Sermon Notes for Luke 2:1-20
- Sermon Notes for Luke 2:1-20
- Sermon Notes for Luke 2:6,7
- Sermon Notes for Luke 2:7
- Sermon Notes for Luke 2:7
- Sermon Notes for Luke 2:8-14
- Sermon Notes for Luke 2:8-14
- Sermon Notes for Luke 2:8-14
- Sermon Notes for Luke 2:8-15
- Sermon Notes for Luke 2:8
- Sermon Notes for Luke 2:10, 11
- Sermon Notes for Luke 2:11
JAMES SMITH - HANDFULS OF PURPOSE GOSPEL OF LUKE
- Click here for the following discussions
- THE NIGHT OF THE INCARNATION. Luke 2:1-20.
- GOOD TIDINGS OF GREAT JOY. Luke 2:8-14.
- SIMEON—A HIDDEN ONE. Luke 2:25-32.
R C SPROUL - DEVOTIONALS GOSPEL OF LUKE
- Luke 2:1–7 Christmas in Time and Space
- Luke 2:8–20 The Glory of Christmas
- Luke 2:11 Savior
- Luke 2:22–35 Our Divine Vocation
- Luke 2:22–35 Our Divine Vocation - 2
- Luke 2:22–35 A Divine Vocation
- Luke 2:22–38 Blessings Through Christ
- Luke 2:22–35 The Consolation of Israel
C. H. SPURGEON - Sermons, et al
- Luke - exposition
- Luke 2:18 - devotionals
- Luke 2:19 - devotionals
- Luke 2:20 - devotionals
- Luke 2:7 No Room for Christ in the Inn
- Luke 2:10 The Great Birthday
- Luke 2:10 God Incarnate, the End of Fear
- Luke 2:10-12 Joy Born at Bethlehem
- Luke 2:14 The First Christmas Carol
- Luke 2:15 A Visit to Bethlehem
- Luke 2:17-20 Holy Work for Christmas
- Luke 2:25 Simeon
- Luke 2:28-30 “Your Salvation”
- Luke 2:29-30 Nunc Dimittis (to Send Away)
- Luke 2:29, 30 Simeon’s Swan Song
- Luke 2:30 Christ Seen As God's Salvation
- Luke 2:32 Christ, the Glory of His People
- Luke 2:34 Christ—The Fall and Rise of Many
- Luke 2:44 Supposing Him to Have Been in the Company
- Luke 2:44-46 A Lost Christ Found
- Luke 2:48, 49 The First Recorded Words of Jesus
- Luke 2:49 Christ About His Father's Business
JOHN STEVENSON - Sermons
- Luke 2:1-7. When God Became Man
- Luke 2:8-18. Angels, Shepherds and the Lamb of God
- Luke 2:21-40. Presentation in the Temple
- Luke 2:41-52. The Passover Incident
THIRD MILLENNIUM STUDY NOTES
- Caesar Augustus - Luke 2:1-3
- Jesus is born - Luke 2:4-7
- Shepherds - Luke 2:8-20
- Jesus Presented in the Temple - Luke 2:21-24
- Simeon - Luke 2:25-35
- Anna - Luke 2:36-40
- Boy Jesus at the Temple - Luke 2:41-51
GEOFF THOMAS - Sermons
- 2:1-7 The birth in Bethlehem
- 2:6&7 The Son of the Most High placed in a manger
- 2:8&9 Shepherds in the fields
- 2:10-14 A Saviour who is Christ the Lord
- 2:12-20 Responding to the coming of Christ
- 2:21-24 The presentation of baby Jesus
- 2:51,52 The true nature of Christian nurture
- 2:25-38 The hope that prepares for heaven
- 2:39-50 The boy Jesus in the Jerusalem temple
DAVID THOMPSON - sermons - average about 6 pages, verse by verse exposition. Literal. Conservative.
- Luke Message #09 Luke 2:1-7
- Luke Message #10 Luke 2:8-20
- Luke Message #11 Luke 2:21-40
- Luke Message #12 Luke 2:41-52
TODAY IN THE WORD - devotionals
JOHN TRAPP - Commentary
TERRY TRIVETTE - Sermons
- Luke 2:13-15 Angels We Have Heard On High
- Luke 2:21-24 After Christmas
- Luke 2:41-49 Where To Find Him When You Find Him Missing
BOB UTLEY
MARVIN VINCENT - Greek Word Studies
THOMAS WATSON- Sermon
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
OCTAVIUS WINSLOW - Devotionals
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 2 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 - Sermon
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