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The Gospel of Luke

The Gospel of Luke

The Gospel according to Luke is the first part of a two-volume work that continues the biblical history of God’s dealings with humanity found in the Old Testament, showing how God’s promises to Israel have been fulfilled in Jesus and how the salvation promised to Israel and accomplished by Jesus has been extended to the Gentiles. The stated purpose of the two volumes is to provide Theophilus and others like him with certainty—assurance—about earlier instruction they have received. To accomplish his purpose, Luke shows that the preaching and teaching of the representatives of the early church are grounded in the preaching and teaching of Jesus, who during his historical ministry prepared his specially chosen followers and commissioned them to be witnesses to his resurrection and to all else that he did. This continuity between the historical ministry of Jesus and the ministry of the apostles is Luke’s way of guaranteeing the fidelity of the Church’s teaching to the teaching of Jesus. Luke’s story of Jesus and the church is dominated by a historical perspective. This history is first of all salvation history. God’s divine plan for human salvation was accomplished during the period of Jesus, who through the events of his life fulfilled the Old Testament prophecies, and this salvation is now extended to all humanity in the period of the church. This salvation history, moreover, is a part of human history. Luke relates the story of Jesus and the church to events in contemporary Palestinian history for, as Paul says, “this was not done in a corner.” Finally, Luke relates the story of Jesus and the church to contemporaneous church history. Luke is concerned with presenting Christianity as a legitimate form of worship in the Roman world, a religion that is capable of meeting the spiritual needs of a world empire like that of Rome. To this end, Luke depicts the Roman governor Pilate declaring Jesus innocent of any wrongdoing three times. At the same time Luke argues in Acts that Christianity is the logical development and proper fulfillment of Judaism and is therefore deserving of the same toleration and freedom traditionally accorded Judaism by Rome. The prominence given to the period of the church in the story has important consequences for Luke’s interpretation of the teachings of Jesus. By presenting the time of the church as a distinct phase of salvation history, Luke accordingly shifts the early Christian emphasis away from the expectation of an imminent parousia to the day-to-day concerns of the Christian community in the world. He does this in the gospel by regularly emphasizing the words “each day” in the sayings of Jesus. Although Luke still believes the parousia to be a reality that will come unexpectedly, he is more concerned with presenting the words and deeds of Jesus as guides for the conduct of Christian disciples in the interim period between the ascension and the parousia and with presenting Jesus himself as the model of Christian life and piety. Throughout the gospel, Luke calls upon the Christian disciple to identify with the master Jesus, who is caring and tender toward the poor and lowly, the outcast, the sinner, and the afflicted, toward all those who recognize their dependence on God, but who is severe toward the proud and self-righteous, and particularly toward those who place their material wealth before the service of God and his people. No gospel writer is more concerned than Luke with the mercy and compassion of Jesus. No gospel writer is more concerned with the role of the Spirit in the life of Jesus and the Christian disciple, with the importance of prayer, or with Jesus’ concern for women. While Jesus calls all humanity to repent, he is particularly demanding of those who would be his disciples. Of them he demands absolute and total detachment from family and material possessions. To all who respond in faith and repentance to the word Jesus preaches, he brings salvation and peace and life.
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Christmas Cove

Christmas Cove

Theresa Oliver is an author of clean contemporary romance, clean historical romance, young adult, middle grades, and children's picture books. Theresa is the author of the Christmas Cove series, the Whiskey River Brides series with Hot Tree Publishing, and much more. She lives in Florida with her husband, children, a persnickety cat, and a very bossy dog. In the depths of winter, Christmas calls to weary travelers and leads lonely hearts home. Jocelyn Taylor is no stranger to a weary heart. Having fallen in love much too young with her sister’s old high school boyfriend has left her with mixed emotions about the possibility of true love. Now successful and the manager of a jewelry shop, Jocelyn spends her days dreaming of the perfect man and the perfect ring to match. Caden Scott is less than thrilled at the thought of spending the holidays back home where memories of his youth still haunt him. Not interested in the kitschy hometown feel of a town known for Christmas, Caden still dwells on the thought of seeing his old high school love again. His time abroad serving his country has changed him in many ways, but could it have altered his heart as well? As the winds of change bring more than just the magic of the holiday season, can two hearts let go of the past to find new romance? Or will true love pass them by? In the small town of Christmas Cove, the reason for the season may just be the spark they need to make this the best Christmas yet.
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Chasing Luke

Chasing Luke

“Tell me you want me as badly as I want you,” his breath came out hot and heavy on my face was so close to mine. I could smell him. “No, I d-don’t want you. Leave me alone.” I tried to say but my voice came out choked and breathy. He pulled back and my eyes immediately flew open. His eyes bored into me with such intensity that I could feel it in my core. “I’ll make you admit it one day and then you will be mine,” he said huskily and then pulled himself back from me, turned on his heels and walked away. I fell to my knees, heart pounding as an unknown feeling washed over me. ****** Luke Walker is your definition of Mr. Popular and high school sweetheart. He has looks to die for and it’s no doubt why all the girls at Coldwater High want to be with him and the guys want to be him. He’s the Student Council president, debate and hockey captain and an honours student destined to get into the top universities. Heck, his life is perfect and his future already sealed but that is all until he meets new kid Elliot Grey. Meet Elliot, new kid in town and total hot sex God badboy. From his dark leather jacket to his black combat boots, piercings and tattoos all over, it’s no wonder why everyone is deathly terrified of him and also wants him at the same time. And the stories of his past paint him as a juvenile delinquent with no future. His looks are to die for and that body, gosh, nothing is left to the imagination. He likes that everyone is afraid of him, well everyone except Mr. Popular and all-time school sweetheart Luke. One chance encounter, that’s all it takes to get Elliot interested in Luke. But there is a problem, Luke has a girlfriend that he would never leave for anyone, or so he thought. One stolen kiss under the stars has Luke second guessing all his life choices and who he thought he was. Is one kiss all it takes to tame Luke? Can Elliot show Luke that life isn’t all about having good grades, following rules and being the all-time perfect boy, he was taught to be? Read to find out more.
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Tell me the Luke KJV Christmas story.
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2024-10-31 00:08
The Luke KJV Christmas story mainly focuses on the events surrounding the birth of Jesus. In the Gospel of Luke in the King James Version, it tells of the angel Gabriel appearing to Mary, a virgin, and announcing that she would bear a son, to be named Jesus. It also includes the journey of Mary and Joseph to Bethlehem for a census. There, Jesus was born in a manger because there was no room at the inn. Shepherds were in the fields nearby, and an angel appeared to them, telling them of the good news of the Savior's birth. They then went to see the baby Jesus.
What are the key elements in the KJV Luke Christmas story?
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2024-11-21 18:05
In the KJV Luke Christmas story, one key element is the divine intervention. The angel Gabriel's appearance to Mary is crucial as it sets the whole story in motion. Then, the journey to Bethlehem due to the census is important. Also, the fact that there was no room at the inn and Jesus was born in a manger shows His humble start. The shepherds being informed by the angels and their visit to the baby Jesus is another significant part. All these elements together form the essence of the Christmas story in Luke's account in the KJV.
Tell me about the KJV Luke Christmas story.
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2024-11-21 06:50
The KJV Luke Christmas story is centered around the birth of Jesus. In Luke, we read about how Mary was chosen to be the mother of Jesus. The story details how an angel came to her and said, 'Hail, thou that art highly favoured, the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women.' Mary was initially afraid but then accepted her role. Joseph also had his part, as he was Mary's betrothed. When they went to Bethlehem, the place was crowded. Jesus' birth in a humble manger shows His humble beginnings. And the shepherds being the first to hear the news from the angels is a significant part of this story.
What are the key elements in the Luke KJV Christmas story?
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2024-10-31 00:17
The key elements are the angel Gabriel's visit to Mary, Mary's virgin birth of Jesus, Joseph and Mary's journey to Bethlehem, the birth of Jesus in a manger, and the shepherds being informed by an angel and then visiting the baby Jesus.
In which book of the KJV is the Christmas story?
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2024-10-05 12:35
The KJV's accounts of the Christmas story can be found primarily in the Gospels of Luke and Matthew. These two books provide detailed narratives about the birth of Jesus and the events surrounding it.
Where in the Bible is the Christmas story in the KJV?
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2024-09-28 00:35
The Christmas story can be found in the Gospels of Matthew and Luke in the King James Version (KJV) of the Bible.
What are the main characters in the KJV Christmas story?
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2024-12-04 16:16
There are several important characters in the KJV Christmas story. Mary, of course, is a central figure as the mother of Jesus. Joseph, her husband, who played an important role in protecting and supporting the family. Jesus, the baby born in Bethlehem, is the most significant. The angel Gabriel, who brought the news to Mary and Joseph. And the shepherds, who were the first to receive the news of Jesus' birth and went to visit him.
Tell me about the KJV Christmas story.
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2024-12-04 14:18
The King James Version (KJV) Christmas story is centered around the birth of Jesus. It tells of Mary, a virgin, being visited by the angel Gabriel who announced that she would bear a son, Jesus. Joseph, her betrothed, was also visited by an angel in a dream and was told not to be afraid to take Mary as his wife. They traveled to Bethlehem for a census, and there, in a manger, Jesus was born because there was no room in the inn. Shepherds in the fields were visited by angels who told them of the good news of the Savior's birth, and they went to see the baby Jesus.
What is the KJV Christmas Story all about?
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2024-10-27 10:42
The KJV (King James Version) Christmas story mainly tells about the birth of Jesus. It includes details like the journey of Mary and Joseph to Bethlehem, the manger where Jesus was born, the visit of the shepherds who were guided by angels, and it's a very important and well - known narrative in Christian tradition that has been cherished for centuries.
Tell me the Christmas story from the KJV Bible.
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2024-12-12 01:04
In the KJV Bible, the Christmas story begins with the prophecy of the coming Messiah. Then, the Angel Gabriel appears to Mary, a virgin, and tells her she will conceive by the Holy Spirit and bear a son named Jesus. Joseph, her betrothed, is visited by an angel in a dream and is reassured to take Mary as his wife. They travel to Bethlehem for a census. There, Jesus is born in a manger because there is no room in the inn. Shepherds in the fields are visited by angels who announce the birth of the Savior. Later, wise men from the East follow a star to find the baby Jesus and bring him gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh.
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