Gospel of Luke Chapter Summary and Outlines Page
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The Gospel of Luke offers a detailed account of the life, ministry, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. It begins with the births of John and Jesus, follows Jesus’ public ministry through Galilee and his journey to Jerusalem, and ends with the resurrection and ascension.
Below you will find a 5-point outline of the Gospel of Luke, followed by individual articles on each chapter. Click “read more” to be taken to that page.
Click here to be taken to a page that has links to each passage in Luke, which provides verse-by-verse commentary.
Overall Outline of the Gospel of Luke
The Gospel of Luke can be broken down into five major movements:
Prologue and Preparation for Ministry (Luke 1–4:13)
– Births of John and Jesus, early life, and Jesus’ baptism and temptation
Jesus’ Ministry in Galilee (Luke 4:14–9:50)
– Teaching, miracles, calling disciples, and growing conflict
The Journey to Jerusalem (Luke 9:51–19:27)
– Parables, teachings, and encounters along the road to Jerusalem
Jesus in Jerusalem: Conflict and Crucifixion (Luke 19:28–23:56)
– Triumphal entry, temple teachings, Last Supper, trial, and crucifixion
The Resurrection and Ascension (Luke 24)
– The empty tomb, the road to Emmaus, and Jesus’ ascension
Looking for a specific passage? Click here to go to a comprehensive page with links to each passage in Luke.
Chapter Outlines and Summary of the Book of Luke
In this chapter summary and outline, explore the profound themes of Luke Chapter 1, from the angelic announcements of John the Baptist and Jesus’ births to Mary’s Magnificat. Zechariah’s prophecy and the miraculous events set the stage for Jesus’ ministry. Discover the deep faith, divine interventions, and prophetic insights that make this chapter a cornerstone of the Gospel narrative.