Questions for Week 1 & 2: Introduction to the Gospel of Luke and chapters 1 - 9

Week 1 & 2 (due Monday, 8 August):


1. What are four of the titles attributed to Jesus in the Gospel? Give a scripture reference for each one. How might knowing these titles of Christ help readers of the Gospel in their faith journey?

2. Jesus' ministry was a ministry of 'release.' (see Lk.4:18ff). Explain what is meant by a ministry of release and explain how in the Gospel Jesus 'released' people. Give at least three examples of ‘release.’

3. Describe some aspects of 'salvation' as Luke uses it in the Gospel. Give examples of people being 'saved' in the Gospel. In what way are they saved? What is similar and different about the type of salvation they received?

4. After Jesus is confessed to be Messiah by Peter (and disciples) in 9:18-20, Jesus gives his first passion prediction (9:21-23) followed by a call to discipleship. Give a couple of examples of how you can “lose your life for my sake and save it” (9:24). In other words, give a couple of examples of how you can give your life away to help save others.