Luke 1
1:11 Many have undertaken to compose an account of the things that have been fulfilled among us,Many have undertaken to compose an account of the things that have been fulfilled among us, 1:22 just as they were handed down to us by the initial eyewitnesses and servants of the word.just as they were handed down to us by the initial eyewitnesses and servants of the word. 1:33 Therefore, having carefully investigated everything from the beginning, it seemed good also to me to write an orderly account for you, most excellent Theophilus,Therefore, having carefully investigated everything from the beginning, it seemed good also to me to write an orderly account for you, most excellent Theophilus, 1:44 so that you may know the certainty of the things you have been taught.so that you may know the certainty of the things you have been taught. 1:55 In the time of Herod king of Judea there was a priest named Zechariah, who belonged to the priestly division of Abijah, and whose wife Elizabeth was a descendant of Aaron.In the time of Herod king of Judea there was a priest named Zechariah, who belonged to the priestly division of Abijah, and whose wife Elizabeth was a descendant of Aaron. 1:66 Both of them were righteous in the sight of God, walking blamelessly in all the commandments and decrees of the Lord.Both of them were righteous in the sight of God, walking blamelessly in all the commandments and decrees of the Lord. 1:77 But they had no children, because Elizabeth was barren, and they were both well along in years.But they had no children, because Elizabeth was barren, and they were both well along in years. 1:88 One day while Zechariah’s division was on duty and he was serving as priest before God,One day while Zechariah’s division was on duty and he was serving as priest before God, 1:99 he was chosen by lot, according to the custom of the priesthood, to enter the temple of the Lord and burn incense.he was chosen by lot, according to the custom of the priesthood, to enter the temple of the Lord and burn incense. 1:1010 And at the hour of the incense offering, the whole congregation was praying outside.And at the hour of the incense offering, the whole congregation was praying outside. 1:1111 Just then an angel of the Lord appeared to Zechariah, standing at the right side of the altar of incense.Just then an angel of the Lord appeared to Zechariah, standing at the right side of the altar of incense. 1:1212 When Zechariah saw him, he was startled and gripped with fear.When Zechariah saw him, he was startled and gripped with fear. 1:1313 But the angel said to him, “Do not be afraid, Zechariah, because your prayer has been heard. Your wife Elizabeth will bear you a son, and you are to give him the name John.But the angel said to him, “Do not be afraid, Zechariah, because your prayer has been heard. Your wife Elizabeth will bear you a son, and you are to give him the name John. 1:1414 He will be a joy and delight to you, and many will rejoice at his birth,He will be a joy and delight to you, and many will rejoice at his birth, 1:1515 for he will be great in the sight of the Lord. He shall never take wine or strong drink, and he will be filled with the Holy Spirit even from his mother’s womb.for he will be great in the sight of the Lord. He shall never take wine or strong drink, and he will be filled with the Holy Spirit even from his mother’s womb. 1:1616 Many of the sons of Israel he will turn back to the Lord their God.Many of the sons of Israel he will turn back to the Lord their God. 1:1717 And he will go on before the Lord in the spirit and power of Elijah, to turn the hearts of the fathers to their children and the disobedient to the wisdom of the righteous—to make ready a people prepared for the Lord.”And he will go on before the Lord in the spirit and power of Elijah, to turn the hearts of the fathers to their children and the disobedient to the wisdom of the righteous—to make ready a people prepared for the Lord.” 1:1818 “How can I be sure of this?” Zechariah asked the angel. “I am an old man, and my wife is well along in years.”“How can I be sure of this?” Zechariah asked the angel. “I am an old man, and my wife is well along in years.” 1:1919 “I am Gabriel,” replied the angel. “I stand in the presence of God, and I have been sent to speak to you and to bring you this good news.“I am Gabriel,” replied the angel. “I stand in the presence of God, and I have been sent to speak to you and to bring you this good news. 1:2020 And now you will be silent and unable to speak until the day this comes to pass, because you did not believe my words, which will be fulfilled at their proper time.”And now you will be silent and unable to speak until the day this comes to pass, because you did not believe my words, which will be fulfilled at their proper time.” 1:2121 Meanwhile, the people were waiting for Zechariah and wondering why he took so long in the temple.Meanwhile, the people were waiting for Zechariah and wondering why he took so long in the temple. 1:2222 When he came out and was unable to speak to them, they realized he had seen a vision in the temple. He kept making signs to them but remained unable to speak.When he came out and was unable to speak to them, they realized he had seen a vision in the temple. He kept making signs to them but remained unable to speak. 1:2323 And when the days of his service were complete, he returned home.And when the days of his service were complete, he returned home. 1:2424 After these days, his wife Elizabeth became pregnant and for five months remained in seclusion. She declared,After these days, his wife Elizabeth became pregnant and for five months remained in seclusion. She declared, 1:2525 “The Lord has done this for me. In these days He has shown me favor and taken away my disgrace among the people.”“The Lord has done this for me. In these days He has shown me favor and taken away my disgrace among the people.” 1:2626 In the sixth month, God sent the angel Gabriel to a town in Galilee called Nazareth,In the sixth month, God sent the angel Gabriel to a town in Galilee called Nazareth, 1:2727 to a virgin pledged in marriage to a man named Joseph, who was of the house of David. And the virgin’s name was Mary.to a virgin pledged in marriage to a man named Joseph, who was of the house of David. And the virgin’s name was Mary. 1:2828 The angel appeared to her and said, “Greetings, you who are highly favored! The Lord is with you.”The angel appeared to her and said, “Greetings, you who are highly favored! The Lord is with you.” 1:2929 Mary was greatly troubled at his words and wondered what kind of greeting this might be.Mary was greatly troubled at his words and wondered what kind of greeting this might be. 1:3030 So the angel told her, “Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have found favor with God.So the angel told her, “Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have found favor with God. 1:3131 Behold, you will conceive and give birth to a son, and you are to give Him the name Jesus.Behold, you will conceive and give birth to a son, and you are to give Him the name Jesus. 1:3232 He will be great and will be called the Son of the Most High. The Lord God will give Him the throne of His father David,He will be great and will be called the Son of the Most High. The Lord God will give Him the throne of His father David, 1:3333 and He will reign over the house of Jacob forever. His kingdom will never end!”and He will reign over the house of Jacob forever. His kingdom will never end!” 1:3434 “How can this be,” Mary asked the angel, “since I am a virgin?”“How can this be,” Mary asked the angel, “since I am a virgin?” 1:3535 The angel replied, “The Holy Spirit will come upon you, and the power of the Most High will overshadow you. So the Holy One to be born will be called the Son of God.The angel replied, “The Holy Spirit will come upon you, and the power of the Most High will overshadow you. So the Holy One to be born will be called the Son of God. 1:3636 Look, even Elizabeth your relative has conceived a son in her old age, and she who was called barren is in her sixth month.Look, even Elizabeth your relative has conceived a son in her old age, and she who was called barren is in her sixth month. 1:3737 For no word from God will ever fail.”For no word from God will ever fail.” 1:3838 “I am the Lord’s servant,” Mary answered. “May it happen to me according to your word.” Then the angel left her.“I am the Lord’s servant,” Mary answered. “May it happen to me according to your word.” Then the angel left her. 1:3939 In those days Mary got ready and hurried to a town in the hill country of Judah,In those days Mary got ready and hurried to a town in the hill country of Judah, 1:4040 where she entered the home of Zechariah and greeted Elizabeth.where she entered the home of Zechariah and greeted Elizabeth. 1:4141 When Elizabeth heard Mary’s greeting, the baby leaped in her womb, and Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit.When Elizabeth heard Mary’s greeting, the baby leaped in her womb, and Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit. 1:4242 In a loud voice she exclaimed, “Blessed are you among women, and blessed is the fruit of your womb!In a loud voice she exclaimed, “Blessed are you among women, and blessed is the fruit of your womb! 1:4343 And why am I so honored, that the mother of my Lord should come to me?And why am I so honored, that the mother of my Lord should come to me? 1:4444 For as soon as the sound of your greeting reached my ears, the baby in my womb leaped for joy.For as soon as the sound of your greeting reached my ears, the baby in my womb leaped for joy. 1:4545 Blessed is she who has believed that the Lord’s word to her will be fulfilled.”Blessed is she who has believed that the Lord’s word to her will be fulfilled.” 1:4646 Then Mary said: “My soul magnifies the Lord,Then Mary said: “My soul magnifies the Lord, 1:4747 and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior!and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior! 1:4848 For He has looked with favor on the humble state of His servant. From now on all generations will call me blessed.For He has looked with favor on the humble state of His servant. From now on all generations will call me blessed. 1:4949 For the Mighty One has done great things for me. Holy is His name.For the Mighty One has done great things for me. Holy is His name. 1:5050 His mercy extends to those who fear Him, from generation to generation.His mercy extends to those who fear Him, from generation to generation. 1:5151 He has performed mighty deeds with His arm; He has scattered those who are proud in the thoughts of their hearts.He has performed mighty deeds with His arm; He has scattered those who are proud in the thoughts of their hearts. 1:5252 He has brought down rulers from their thrones, but has exalted the humble.He has brought down rulers from their thrones, but has exalted the humble. 1:5353 He has filled the hungry with good things, but has sent the rich away empty.He has filled the hungry with good things, but has sent the rich away empty. 1:5454 He has helped His servant Israel, remembering to be merciful,He has helped His servant Israel, remembering to be merciful, 1:5555 as He promised to our fathers, to Abraham and his descendants forever.”as He promised to our fathers, to Abraham and his descendants forever.” 1:5656 Mary stayed with Elizabeth for about three months and then returned home.Mary stayed with Elizabeth for about three months and then returned home. 1:5757 When the time came for Elizabeth to have her child, she gave birth to a son.When the time came for Elizabeth to have her child, she gave birth to a son. 1:5858 Her neighbors and relatives heard that the Lord had shown her great mercy, and they rejoiced with her.Her neighbors and relatives heard that the Lord had shown her great mercy, and they rejoiced with her. 1:5959 On the eighth day, when they came to circumcise the child, they were going to name him after his father Zechariah.On the eighth day, when they came to circumcise the child, they were going to name him after his father Zechariah. 1:6060 But his mother replied, “No! He shall be called John.”But his mother replied, “No! He shall be called John.” 1:6161 They said to her, “There is no one among your relatives who bears this name.”They said to her, “There is no one among your relatives who bears this name.” 1:6262 So they made signs to his father to find out what he wanted to name the child.So they made signs to his father to find out what he wanted to name the child. 1:6363 Zechariah asked for a tablet and wrote, “His name is John.” And they were all amazed.Zechariah asked for a tablet and wrote, “His name is John.” And they were all amazed. 1:6464 Immediately Zechariah’s mouth was opened and his tongue was released, and he began to speak, praising God.Immediately Zechariah’s mouth was opened and his tongue was released, and he began to speak, praising God. 1:6565 All their neighbors were filled with awe, and people throughout the hill country of Judea were talking about these events.All their neighbors were filled with awe, and people throughout the hill country of Judea were talking about these events. 1:6666 And all who heard this wondered in their hearts and asked, “What then will this child become?” For the Lord’s hand was with him.And all who heard this wondered in their hearts and asked, “What then will this child become?” For the Lord’s hand was with him. 1:6767 Then his father Zechariah was filled with the Holy Spirit and prophesied:Then his father Zechariah was filled with the Holy Spirit and prophesied: 1:6868 “Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel, because He has visited and redeemed His people.“Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel, because He has visited and redeemed His people. 1:6969 He has raised up a horn of salvation for us in the house of His servant David,He has raised up a horn of salvation for us in the house of His servant David, 1:7070 as He spoke through His holy prophets, those of ages past,as He spoke through His holy prophets, those of ages past, 1:7171 salvation from our enemies and from the hand of all who hate us,salvation from our enemies and from the hand of all who hate us, 1:7272 to show mercy to our fathers and to remember His holy covenant,to show mercy to our fathers and to remember His holy covenant, 1:7373 the oath He swore to our father Abraham, to grant usthe oath He swore to our father Abraham, to grant us 1:7474 deliverance from hostile hands, that we may serve Him without fear,deliverance from hostile hands, that we may serve Him without fear, 1:7575 in holiness and righteousness before Him all the days of our lives.in holiness and righteousness before Him all the days of our lives. 1:7676 And you, child, will be called a prophet of the Most High; for you will go on before the Lord to prepare the way for Him,And you, child, will be called a prophet of the Most High; for you will go on before the Lord to prepare the way for Him, 1:7777 to give to His people the knowledge of salvation through the forgiveness of their sins,to give to His people the knowledge of salvation through the forgiveness of their sins, 1:7878 because of the tender mercy of our God, by which the Dawn will visit us from on high,because of the tender mercy of our God, by which the Dawn will visit us from on high, 1:7979 to shine on those who live in darkness and in the shadow of death, to guide our feet into the path of peace.”to shine on those who live in darkness and in the shadow of death, to guide our feet into the path of peace.” 1:8080 And the child grew and became strong in spirit; and he lived in the wilderness until the time of his public appearance to Israel.And the child grew and became strong in spirit; and he lived in the wilderness until the time of his public appearance to Israel.
Luke 2
2:11 Now in those days a decree went out from Caesar Augustus that a census should be taken of the whole empire.Now in those days a decree went out from Caesar Augustus that a census should be taken of the whole empire. 2:22 This was the first census to take place while Quirinius was governor of Syria.This was the first census to take place while Quirinius was governor of Syria. 2:33 And everyone went to his own town to register.And everyone went to his own town to register. 2:44 So Joseph also went up from Nazareth in Galilee to Judea, to the city of David called Bethlehem, since he was from the house and line of David.So Joseph also went up from Nazareth in Galilee to Judea, to the city of David called Bethlehem, since he was from the house and line of David. 2:55 He went there to register with Mary, who was pledged to him in marriage and was expecting a child.He went there to register with Mary, who was pledged to him in marriage and was expecting a child. 2:66 While they were there, the time came for her Child to be born.While they were there, the time came for her Child to be born. 2:77 And she gave birth to her firstborn, a Son. She wrapped Him in swaddling cloths and laid Him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn.And she gave birth to her firstborn, a Son. She wrapped Him in swaddling cloths and laid Him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn. 2:88 And there were shepherds residing in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks by night.And there were shepherds residing in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks by night. 2:99 Just then an angel of the Lord stood before them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified.Just then an angel of the Lord stood before them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. 2:1010 But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid! For behold, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people:But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid! For behold, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people: 2:1111 Today in the city of David a Savior has been born to you. He is Christ the Lord!Today in the city of David a Savior has been born to you. He is Christ the Lord! 2:1212 And this will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in swaddling cloths and lying in a manger.”And this will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in swaddling cloths and lying in a manger.” 2:1313 And suddenly there appeared with the angel a great multitude of the heavenly host, praising God and saying:And suddenly there appeared with the angel a great multitude of the heavenly host, praising God and saying: 2:1414 “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace to men on whom His favor rests!”“Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace to men on whom His favor rests!” 2:1515 When the angels had left them and gone into heaven, the shepherds said to one another, “Let us go to Bethlehem and see this thing that has happened, which the Lord has made known to us.”When the angels had left them and gone into heaven, the shepherds said to one another, “Let us go to Bethlehem and see this thing that has happened, which the Lord has made known to us.” 2:1616 So they hurried off and found Mary and Joseph and the Baby, who was lying in the manger.So they hurried off and found Mary and Joseph and the Baby, who was lying in the manger. 2:1717 After they had seen the Child, they spread the message they had received about Him.After they had seen the Child, they spread the message they had received about Him. 2:1818 And all who heard it were amazed at what the shepherds said to them.And all who heard it were amazed at what the shepherds said to them. 2:1919 But Mary treasured up all these things and pondered them in her heart.But Mary treasured up all these things and pondered them in her heart. 2:2020 The shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all they had heard and seen, which was just as the angel had told them.The shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all they had heard and seen, which was just as the angel had told them. 2:2121 When the eight days before His circumcision had passed, He was named Jesus, the name the angel had given Him before He was conceived.When the eight days before His circumcision had passed, He was named Jesus, the name the angel had given Him before He was conceived. 2:2222 And when the time of purification according to the Law of Moses was complete, His parents brought Him to Jerusalem to present Him to the LordAnd when the time of purification according to the Law of Moses was complete, His parents brought Him to Jerusalem to present Him to the Lord 2:2323 (as it is written in the Law of the Lord: “Every firstborn male shall be consecrated to the Lord”),(as it is written in the Law of the Lord: “Every firstborn male shall be consecrated to the Lord”), 2:2424 and to offer the sacrifice specified in the Law of the Lord: “A pair of turtledoves or two young pigeons.”and to offer the sacrifice specified in the Law of the Lord: “A pair of turtledoves or two young pigeons.” 2:2525 Now there was a man in Jerusalem named Simeon, who was righteous and devout. He was waiting for the consolation of Israel, and the Holy Spirit was upon him.Now there was a man in Jerusalem named Simeon, who was righteous and devout. He was waiting for the consolation of Israel, and the Holy Spirit was upon him. 2:2626 The Holy Spirit had revealed to him that he would not see death before he had seen the Lord’s Christ.The Holy Spirit had revealed to him that he would not see death before he had seen the Lord’s Christ. 2:2727 Led by the Spirit, he went into the temple courts. And when the parents brought in the child Jesus to do for Him what was customary under the Law,Led by the Spirit, he went into the temple courts. And when the parents brought in the child Jesus to do for Him what was customary under the Law, 2:2828 Simeon took Him in his arms and blessed God, saying:Simeon took Him in his arms and blessed God, saying: 2:2929 “Sovereign Lord, as You have promised, You now dismiss Your servant in peace.“Sovereign Lord, as You have promised, You now dismiss Your servant in peace. 2:3030 For my eyes have seen Your salvation,For my eyes have seen Your salvation, 2:3131 which You have prepared in the sight of all people,which You have prepared in the sight of all people, 2:3232 a light for revelation to the Gentiles, and for glory to Your people Israel.”a light for revelation to the Gentiles, and for glory to Your people Israel.” 2:3333 The Child’s father and mother were amazed at what was spoken about Him.The Child’s father and mother were amazed at what was spoken about Him. 2:3434 Then Simeon blessed them and said to His mother Mary: “Behold, this Child is appointed to cause the rise and fall of many in Israel, and to be a sign that will be spoken against,Then Simeon blessed them and said to His mother Mary: “Behold, this Child is appointed to cause the rise and fall of many in Israel, and to be a sign that will be spoken against, 2:3535 so that the thoughts of many hearts will be revealed—and a sword will pierce your soul as well.”so that the thoughts of many hearts will be revealed—and a sword will pierce your soul as well.” 2:3636 There was also a prophetess named Anna, the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Asher, who was well along in years. She had been married for seven years,There was also a prophetess named Anna, the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Asher, who was well along in years. She had been married for seven years, 2:3737 and then was a widow to the age of eighty-four. She never left the temple, but worshiped night and day, fasting and praying.and then was a widow to the age of eighty-four. She never left the temple, but worshiped night and day, fasting and praying. 2:3838 Coming forward at that moment, she gave thanks to God and spoke about the Child to all who were waiting for the redemption of Jerusalem.Coming forward at that moment, she gave thanks to God and spoke about the Child to all who were waiting for the redemption of Jerusalem. 2:3939 When Jesus’ parents had done everything required by the Law of the Lord, they returned to Galilee, to their own town of Nazareth.When Jesus’ parents had done everything required by the Law of the Lord, they returned to Galilee, to their own town of Nazareth. 2:4040 And the Child grew and became strong. He was filled with wisdom, and the grace of God was upon Him.And the Child grew and became strong. He was filled with wisdom, and the grace of God was upon Him. 2:4141 Every year His parents went to Jerusalem for the Feast of the Passover.Every year His parents went to Jerusalem for the Feast of the Passover. 2:4242 And when He was twelve years old, they went up according to the custom of the Feast.And when He was twelve years old, they went up according to the custom of the Feast. 2:4343 When those days were over and they were returning home, the boy Jesus remained behind in Jerusalem, but His parents were unaware He had stayed.When those days were over and they were returning home, the boy Jesus remained behind in Jerusalem, but His parents were unaware He had stayed. 2:4444 Assuming He was in their company, they traveled on for a day before they began to look for Him among their relatives and friends.Assuming He was in their company, they traveled on for a day before they began to look for Him among their relatives and friends. 2:4545 When they could not find Him, they returned to Jerusalem to search for Him.When they could not find Him, they returned to Jerusalem to search for Him. 2:4646 Finally, after three days they found Him in the temple courts, sitting among the teachers, listening to them and asking them questions.Finally, after three days they found Him in the temple courts, sitting among the teachers, listening to them and asking them questions. 2:4747 And all who heard Him were astounded at His understanding and His answers.And all who heard Him were astounded at His understanding and His answers. 2:4848 When His parents saw Him, they were astonished. “Child, why have You done this to us?” His mother asked. “Your father and I have been anxiously searching for You.”When His parents saw Him, they were astonished. “Child, why have You done this to us?” His mother asked. “Your father and I have been anxiously searching for You.” 2:4949 “Why were you looking for Me?” He asked. “Did you not know that I had to be in My Father’s house?”“Why were you looking for Me?” He asked. “Did you not know that I had to be in My Father’s house?” 2:5050 But they did not understand the statement He was making to them.But they did not understand the statement He was making to them. 2:5151 Then He went down to Nazareth with them and was obedient to them. But His mother treasured up all these things in her heart.Then He went down to Nazareth with them and was obedient to them. But His mother treasured up all these things in her heart. 2:5252 And Jesus grew in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and man.And Jesus grew in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and man.
Luke 3
3:11 In the fifteenth year of the reign of Tiberius Caesar, while Pontius Pilate was governor of Judea, Herod tetrarch of Galilee, his brother Philip tetrarch of Ituraea and Trachonitis, and Lysanias tetrarch of Abilene,In the fifteenth year of the reign of Tiberius Caesar, while Pontius Pilate was governor of Judea, Herod tetrarch of Galilee, his brother Philip tetrarch of Ituraea and Trachonitis, and Lysanias tetrarch of Abilene, 3:22 during the high priesthood of Annas and Caiaphas, the word of God came to John son of Zechariah in the wilderness.during the high priesthood of Annas and Caiaphas, the word of God came to John son of Zechariah in the wilderness. 3:33 He went into all the region around the Jordan, preaching a baptism of repentance for the forgiveness of sins,He went into all the region around the Jordan, preaching a baptism of repentance for the forgiveness of sins, 3:44 as it is written in the book of the words of Isaiah the prophet: “A voice of one calling in the wilderness, ‘Prepare the way for the Lord, make straight paths for Him.as it is written in the book of the words of Isaiah the prophet: “A voice of one calling in the wilderness, ‘Prepare the way for the Lord, make straight paths for Him. 3:55 Every valley shall be filled in, and every mountain and hill made low. The crooked ways shall be made straight, and the rough ways smooth.Every valley shall be filled in, and every mountain and hill made low. The crooked ways shall be made straight, and the rough ways smooth. 3:66 And all humanity will see God’s salvation.’”And all humanity will see God’s salvation.’” 3:77 Then John said to the crowds coming out to be baptized by him, “You brood of vipers, who warned you to flee from the coming wrath?Then John said to the crowds coming out to be baptized by him, “You brood of vipers, who warned you to flee from the coming wrath? 3:88 Produce fruit, then, in keeping with repentance. And do not begin to say to yourselves, ‘We have Abraham as our father.’ For I tell you that out of these stones God can raise up children for Abraham.Produce fruit, then, in keeping with repentance. And do not begin to say to yourselves, ‘We have Abraham as our father.’ For I tell you that out of these stones God can raise up children for Abraham. 3:99 The axe lies ready at the root of the trees, and every tree that does not produce good fruit will be cut down and thrown into the fire.”The axe lies ready at the root of the trees, and every tree that does not produce good fruit will be cut down and thrown into the fire.” 3:1010 The crowds asked him, “What then should we do?”The crowds asked him, “What then should we do?” 3:1111 John replied, “Whoever has two tunics should share with him who has none, and whoever has food should do the same.”John replied, “Whoever has two tunics should share with him who has none, and whoever has food should do the same.” 3:1212 Even tax collectors came to be baptized. “Teacher,” they asked, “what should we do?”Even tax collectors came to be baptized. “Teacher,” they asked, “what should we do?” 3:1313 “Collect no more than you are authorized,” he answered.“Collect no more than you are authorized,” he answered. 3:1414 Then some soldiers asked him, “And what should we do?” “Do not take money by force or false accusation,” he said. “Be content with your wages.”Then some soldiers asked him, “And what should we do?” “Do not take money by force or false accusation,” he said. “Be content with your wages.” 3:1515 The people were waiting expectantly and were all wondering in their hearts if John could be the Christ.The people were waiting expectantly and were all wondering in their hearts if John could be the Christ. 3:1616 John answered all of them: “I baptize you with water, but One more powerful than I will come, the straps of whose sandals I am not worthy to untie. He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and with fire.John answered all of them: “I baptize you with water, but One more powerful than I will come, the straps of whose sandals I am not worthy to untie. He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and with fire. 3:1717 His winnowing fork is in His hand to clear His threshing floor and to gather the wheat into His barn; but He will burn up the chaff with unquenchable fire.”His winnowing fork is in His hand to clear His threshing floor and to gather the wheat into His barn; but He will burn up the chaff with unquenchable fire.” 3:1818 With these and many other exhortations, John proclaimed the good news to the people.With these and many other exhortations, John proclaimed the good news to the people. 3:1919 But when he rebuked Herod the tetrarch regarding his brother’s wife Herodias and all the evils he had done,But when he rebuked Herod the tetrarch regarding his brother’s wife Herodias and all the evils he had done, 3:2020 Herod added this to them all: He locked John up in prison.Herod added this to them all: He locked John up in prison. 3:2121 When all the people were being baptized, Jesus was baptized too. And as He was praying, heaven was opened,When all the people were being baptized, Jesus was baptized too. And as He was praying, heaven was opened, 3:2222 and the Holy Spirit descended on Him in a bodily form like a dove. And a voice came from heaven: “You are My beloved Son; in You I am well pleased.”and the Holy Spirit descended on Him in a bodily form like a dove. And a voice came from heaven: “You are My beloved Son; in You I am well pleased.” 3:2323 Jesus Himself was about thirty years old when He began His ministry. He was regarded as the son of Joseph, the son of Heli,Jesus Himself was about thirty years old when He began His ministry. He was regarded as the son of Joseph, the son of Heli, 3:2424 the son of Matthat, the son of Levi, the son of Melchi, the son of Jannai, the son of Joseph,the son of Matthat, the son of Levi, the son of Melchi, the son of Jannai, the son of Joseph, 3:2525 the son of Mattathias, the son of Amos, the son of Nahum, the son of Esli, the son of Naggai,the son of Mattathias, the son of Amos, the son of Nahum, the son of Esli, the son of Naggai, 3:2626 the son of Maath, the son of Mattathias, the son of Semein, the son of Josech, the son of Joda,the son of Maath, the son of Mattathias, the son of Semein, the son of Josech, the son of Joda, 3:2727 the son of Joanan, the son of Rhesa, the son of Zerubbabel, the son of Shealtiel, the son of Neri,the son of Joanan, the son of Rhesa, the son of Zerubbabel, the son of Shealtiel, the son of Neri, 3:2828 the son of Melchi, the son of Addi, the son of Cosam, the son of Elmadam, the son of Er,the son of Melchi, the son of Addi, the son of Cosam, the son of Elmadam, the son of Er, 3:2929 the son of Joshua, the son of Eliezer, the son of Jorim, the son of Matthat, the son of Levi,the son of Joshua, the son of Eliezer, the son of Jorim, the son of Matthat, the son of Levi, 3:3030 the son of Simeon, the son of Judah, the son of Joseph, the son of Jonam, the son of Eliakim,the son of Simeon, the son of Judah, the son of Joseph, the son of Jonam, the son of Eliakim, 3:3131 the son of Melea, the son of Menna, the son of Mattatha, the son of Nathan, the son of David,the son of Melea, the son of Menna, the son of Mattatha, the son of Nathan, the son of David, 3:3232 the son of Jesse, the son of Obed, the son of Boaz, the son of Sala, the son of Nahshon,the son of Jesse, the son of Obed, the son of Boaz, the son of Sala, the son of Nahshon, 3:3333 the son of Amminadab, the son of Admin, the son of Arni, the son of Hezron, the son of Perez, the son of Judah,the son of Amminadab, the son of Admin, the son of Arni, the son of Hezron, the son of Perez, the son of Judah, 3:3434 the son of Jacob, the son of Isaac, the son of Abraham, the son of Terah, the son of Nahor,the son of Jacob, the son of Isaac, the son of Abraham, the son of Terah, the son of Nahor, 3:3535 the son of Serug, the son of Reu, the son of Peleg, the son of Eber, the son of Shelah,the son of Serug, the son of Reu, the son of Peleg, the son of Eber, the son of Shelah, 3:3636 the son of Cainan, the son of Arphaxad, the son of Shem, the son of Noah, the son of Lamech,the son of Cainan, the son of Arphaxad, the son of Shem, the son of Noah, the son of Lamech, 3:3737 the son of Methuselah, the son of Enoch, the son of Jared, the son of Mahalalel, the son of Cainan,the son of Methuselah, the son of Enoch, the son of Jared, the son of Mahalalel, the son of Cainan, 3:3838 the son of Enosh, the son of Seth, the son of Adam, the son of God.the son of Enosh, the son of Seth, the son of Adam, the son of God.
Luke 4
4:11 Then Jesus, full of the Holy Spirit, returned from the Jordan and was led by the Spirit into the wilderness,Then Jesus, full of the Holy Spirit, returned from the Jordan and was led by the Spirit into the wilderness, 4:22 where for forty days He was tempted by the devil. He ate nothing during those days, and when they had ended, He was hungry.where for forty days He was tempted by the devil. He ate nothing during those days, and when they had ended, He was hungry. 4:33 The devil said to Him, “If You are the Son of God, tell this stone to become bread.”The devil said to Him, “If You are the Son of God, tell this stone to become bread.” 4:44 But Jesus answered, “It is written: ‘Man shall not live on bread alone.’”But Jesus answered, “It is written: ‘Man shall not live on bread alone.’” 4:55 Then the devil led Him up to a high place and showed Him in an instant all the kingdoms of the world.Then the devil led Him up to a high place and showed Him in an instant all the kingdoms of the world. 4:66 “I will give You authority over all these kingdoms and all their glory,” he said. “For it has been relinquished to me, and I can give it to anyone I wish.“I will give You authority over all these kingdoms and all their glory,” he said. “For it has been relinquished to me, and I can give it to anyone I wish. 4:77 So if You worship me, it will all be Yours.”So if You worship me, it will all be Yours.” 4:88 But Jesus answered, “It is written: ‘Worship the Lord your God and serve Him only.’”But Jesus answered, “It is written: ‘Worship the Lord your God and serve Him only.’” 4:99 Then the devil led Him to Jerusalem and set Him on the pinnacle of the temple. “If You are the Son of God,” he said, “throw Yourself down from here.Then the devil led Him to Jerusalem and set Him on the pinnacle of the temple. “If You are the Son of God,” he said, “throw Yourself down from here. 4:1010 For it is written: ‘He will command His angels concerning You to guard You carefully,For it is written: ‘He will command His angels concerning You to guard You carefully, 4:1111 and they will lift You up in their hands, so that You will not strike Your foot against a stone.’”and they will lift You up in their hands, so that You will not strike Your foot against a stone.’” 4:1212 But Jesus answered, “It also says, ‘Do not put the Lord your God to the test.’”But Jesus answered, “It also says, ‘Do not put the Lord your God to the test.’” 4:1313 When the devil had finished every temptation, he left Him until an opportune time.When the devil had finished every temptation, he left Him until an opportune time. 4:1414 Jesus returned to Galilee in the power of the Spirit, and the news about Him spread throughout the surrounding region.Jesus returned to Galilee in the power of the Spirit, and the news about Him spread throughout the surrounding region. 4:1515 He taught in their synagogues and was glorified by everyone.He taught in their synagogues and was glorified by everyone. 4:1616 Then Jesus came to Nazareth, where He had been brought up. As was His custom, He entered the synagogue on the Sabbath. And when He stood up to read,Then Jesus came to Nazareth, where He had been brought up. As was His custom, He entered the synagogue on the Sabbath. And when He stood up to read, 4:1717 the scroll of the prophet Isaiah was handed to Him. Unrolling it, He found the place where it was written:the scroll of the prophet Isaiah was handed to Him. Unrolling it, He found the place where it was written: 4:1818 “The Spirit of the Lord is on Me, because He has anointed Me to preach good news to the poor. He has sent Me to proclaim liberty to the captives and recovery of sight to the blind, to release the oppressed,“The Spirit of the Lord is on Me, because He has anointed Me to preach good news to the poor. He has sent Me to proclaim liberty to the captives and recovery of sight to the blind, to release the oppressed, 4:1919 to proclaim the year of the Lord’s favor.”to proclaim the year of the Lord’s favor.” 4:2020 Then He rolled up the scroll, returned it to the attendant, and sat down. The eyes of everyone in the synagogue were fixed on Him,Then He rolled up the scroll, returned it to the attendant, and sat down. The eyes of everyone in the synagogue were fixed on Him, 4:2121 and He began by saying, “Today this Scripture is fulfilled in your hearing.”and He began by saying, “Today this Scripture is fulfilled in your hearing.” 4:2222 All spoke well of Him and marveled at the gracious words that came from His lips. “Isn’t this the son of Joseph?” they asked.All spoke well of Him and marveled at the gracious words that came from His lips. “Isn’t this the son of Joseph?” they asked. 4:2323 Jesus said to them, “Surely you will quote this proverb to Me: ‘Physician, heal yourself! Do here in Your hometown what we have heard that You did in Capernaum.’”Jesus said to them, “Surely you will quote this proverb to Me: ‘Physician, heal yourself! Do here in Your hometown what we have heard that You did in Capernaum.’” 4:2424 Then He added, “Truly I tell you, no prophet is accepted in his hometown.Then He added, “Truly I tell you, no prophet is accepted in his hometown. 4:2525 But I tell you truthfully that there were many widows in Israel in the time of Elijah, when the sky was shut for three and a half years and great famine swept over all the land.But I tell you truthfully that there were many widows in Israel in the time of Elijah, when the sky was shut for three and a half years and great famine swept over all the land. 4:2626 Yet Elijah was not sent to any of them, but to the widow of Zarephath in Sidon.Yet Elijah was not sent to any of them, but to the widow of Zarephath in Sidon. 4:2727 And there were many lepers in Israel in the time of Elisha the prophet. Yet not one of them was cleansed—only Naaman the Syrian.”And there were many lepers in Israel in the time of Elisha the prophet. Yet not one of them was cleansed—only Naaman the Syrian.” 4:2828 On hearing this, all the people in the synagogue were enraged.On hearing this, all the people in the synagogue were enraged. 4:2929 They got up, drove Him out of the town, and led Him to the brow of the hill on which the town was built, in order to throw Him over the cliff.They got up, drove Him out of the town, and led Him to the brow of the hill on which the town was built, in order to throw Him over the cliff. 4:3030 But Jesus passed through the crowd and went on His way.But Jesus passed through the crowd and went on His way. 4:3131 Then He went down to Capernaum, a town in Galilee, and on the Sabbath He began to teach the people.Then He went down to Capernaum, a town in Galilee, and on the Sabbath He began to teach the people. 4:3232 They were astonished at His teaching, because His message had authority.They were astonished at His teaching, because His message had authority. 4:3333 In the synagogue there was a man possessed by the spirit of an unclean demon. He cried out in a loud voice,In the synagogue there was a man possessed by the spirit of an unclean demon. He cried out in a loud voice, 4:3434 “Ha! What do You want with us, Jesus of Nazareth? Have You come to destroy us? I know who You are—the Holy One of God!”“Ha! What do You want with us, Jesus of Nazareth? Have You come to destroy us? I know who You are—the Holy One of God!” 4:3535 But Jesus rebuked the demon. “Be silent!” He said. “Come out of him!” At this, the demon threw the man down before them all and came out without harming him.But Jesus rebuked the demon. “Be silent!” He said. “Come out of him!” At this, the demon threw the man down before them all and came out without harming him. 4:3636 All the people were overcome with amazement and asked one another, “What is this message? With authority and power He commands the unclean spirits, and they come out!”All the people were overcome with amazement and asked one another, “What is this message? With authority and power He commands the unclean spirits, and they come out!” 4:3737 And the news about Jesus spread throughout the surrounding region.And the news about Jesus spread throughout the surrounding region. 4:3838 After Jesus had left the synagogue, He went to the home of Simon, whose mother-in-law was suffering from a high fever. So they appealed to Jesus on her behalf,After Jesus had left the synagogue, He went to the home of Simon, whose mother-in-law was suffering from a high fever. So they appealed to Jesus on her behalf, 4:3939 and He stood over her and rebuked the fever, and it left her. And she got up at once and began to serve them.and He stood over her and rebuked the fever, and it left her. And she got up at once and began to serve them. 4:4040 At sunset, all who were ill with various diseases were brought to Jesus, and laying His hands on each one, He healed them.At sunset, all who were ill with various diseases were brought to Jesus, and laying His hands on each one, He healed them. 4:4141 Demons also came out of many people, shouting, “You are the Son of God!” But He rebuked the demons and would not allow them to speak, because they knew He was the Christ.Demons also came out of many people, shouting, “You are the Son of God!” But He rebuked the demons and would not allow them to speak, because they knew He was the Christ. 4:4242 At daybreak, Jesus went out to a solitary place, and the crowds were looking for Him. They came to Him and tried to keep Him from leaving.At daybreak, Jesus went out to a solitary place, and the crowds were looking for Him. They came to Him and tried to keep Him from leaving. 4:4343 But Jesus told them, “I must preach the good news of the kingdom of God to the other towns as well, because that is why I was sent.”But Jesus told them, “I must preach the good news of the kingdom of God to the other towns as well, because that is why I was sent.” 4:4444 And He continued to preach in the synagogues of Judea.And He continued to preach in the synagogues of Judea.
Luke 5
5:11 On one occasion, while Jesus was standing by the Lake of Gennesaret with the crowd pressing in on Him to hear the word of God,On one occasion, while Jesus was standing by the Lake of Gennesaret with the crowd pressing in on Him to hear the word of God, 5:22 He saw two boats at the edge of the lake. The fishermen had left them and were washing their nets.He saw two boats at the edge of the lake. The fishermen had left them and were washing their nets. 5:33 Jesus got into the boat belonging to Simon and asked him to put out a little from shore. And sitting down, He taught the people from the boat.Jesus got into the boat belonging to Simon and asked him to put out a little from shore. And sitting down, He taught the people from the boat. 5:44 When Jesus had finished speaking, He said to Simon, “Put out into deep water and let down your nets for a catch.”When Jesus had finished speaking, He said to Simon, “Put out into deep water and let down your nets for a catch.” 5:55 “Master,” Simon replied, “we have worked hard all night without catching anything. But because You say so, I will let down the nets.”“Master,” Simon replied, “we have worked hard all night without catching anything. But because You say so, I will let down the nets.” 5:66 When they had done so, they caught such a large number of fish that their nets began to tear.When they had done so, they caught such a large number of fish that their nets began to tear. 5:77 So they signaled to their partners in the other boat to come and help them, and they came and filled both boats so full that they began to sink.So they signaled to their partners in the other boat to come and help them, and they came and filled both boats so full that they began to sink. 5:88 When Simon Peter saw this, he fell at Jesus’ knees. “Go away from me, Lord,” he said, “for I am a sinful man.”When Simon Peter saw this, he fell at Jesus’ knees. “Go away from me, Lord,” he said, “for I am a sinful man.” 5:99 For he and his companions were astonished at the catch of fish they had taken,For he and his companions were astonished at the catch of fish they had taken, 5:1010 and so were his partners James and John, the sons of Zebedee. “Do not be afraid,” Jesus said to Simon. “From now on you will catch men.”and so were his partners James and John, the sons of Zebedee. “Do not be afraid,” Jesus said to Simon. “From now on you will catch men.” 5:1111 And when they had brought their boats ashore, they left everything and followed Him.And when they had brought their boats ashore, they left everything and followed Him. 5:1212 While Jesus was in one of the towns, a man came along who was covered with leprosy. When he saw Jesus, he fell facedown and begged Him, “Lord, if You are willing, You can make me clean.”While Jesus was in one of the towns, a man came along who was covered with leprosy. When he saw Jesus, he fell facedown and begged Him, “Lord, if You are willing, You can make me clean.” 5:1313 Jesus reached out His hand and touched the man. “I am willing,” He said. “Be clean!” And immediately the leprosy left him.Jesus reached out His hand and touched the man. “I am willing,” He said. “Be clean!” And immediately the leprosy left him. 5:1414 “Do not tell anyone,” Jesus instructed him. “But go, show yourself to the priest and present the offering Moses prescribed for your cleansing, as a testimony to them.”“Do not tell anyone,” Jesus instructed him. “But go, show yourself to the priest and present the offering Moses prescribed for your cleansing, as a testimony to them.” 5:1515 But the news about Jesus spread all the more, and great crowds came to hear Him and to be healed of their sicknesses.But the news about Jesus spread all the more, and great crowds came to hear Him and to be healed of their sicknesses. 5:1616 Yet He frequently withdrew to the wilderness to pray.Yet He frequently withdrew to the wilderness to pray. 5:1717 One day Jesus was teaching, and the Pharisees and teachers of the law were sitting there. People had come from Jerusalem and from every village of Galilee and Judea, and the power of the Lord was present for Him to heal the sick.One day Jesus was teaching, and the Pharisees and teachers of the law were sitting there. People had come from Jerusalem and from every village of Galilee and Judea, and the power of the Lord was present for Him to heal the sick. 5:1818 Just then some men came carrying a paralyzed man on a mat. They tried to bring him inside to set him before Jesus,Just then some men came carrying a paralyzed man on a mat. They tried to bring him inside to set him before Jesus, 5:1919 but they could not find a way through the crowd. So they went up on the roof and lowered him on his mat through the tiles into the middle of the crowd, right in front of Jesus.but they could not find a way through the crowd. So they went up on the roof and lowered him on his mat through the tiles into the middle of the crowd, right in front of Jesus. 5:2020 When Jesus saw their faith, He said, “Friend, your sins are forgiven.”When Jesus saw their faith, He said, “Friend, your sins are forgiven.” 5:2121 But the scribes and Pharisees began thinking to themselves, “Who is this man who speaks blasphemy? Who can forgive sins but God alone?”But the scribes and Pharisees began thinking to themselves, “Who is this man who speaks blasphemy? Who can forgive sins but God alone?” 5:2222 Knowing what they were thinking, Jesus replied, “Why are you thinking these things in your hearts?Knowing what they were thinking, Jesus replied, “Why are you thinking these things in your hearts? 5:2323 Which is easier: to say, ‘Your sins are forgiven,’ or to say, ‘Get up and walk’?Which is easier: to say, ‘Your sins are forgiven,’ or to say, ‘Get up and walk’? 5:2424 But so that you may know that the Son of Man has authority on the earth to forgive sins…” He said to the paralytic, “I tell you, get up, pick up your mat, and go home.”But so that you may know that the Son of Man has authority on the earth to forgive sins…” He said to the paralytic, “I tell you, get up, pick up your mat, and go home.” 5:2525 And immediately the man stood up before them, took what he had been lying on, and went home glorifying God.And immediately the man stood up before them, took what he had been lying on, and went home glorifying God. 5:2626 Everyone was taken with amazement and glorified God. They were filled with awe and said, “We have seen remarkable things today.”Everyone was taken with amazement and glorified God. They were filled with awe and said, “We have seen remarkable things today.” 5:2727 After this, Jesus went out and saw a tax collector named Levi sitting at the tax booth. “Follow Me,” He told him,After this, Jesus went out and saw a tax collector named Levi sitting at the tax booth. “Follow Me,” He told him, 5:2828 and Levi got up, left everything, and followed Him.and Levi got up, left everything, and followed Him. 5:2929 Then Levi hosted a great banquet for Jesus at his house. A large crowd of tax collectors was there, along with others who were eating with them.Then Levi hosted a great banquet for Jesus at his house. A large crowd of tax collectors was there, along with others who were eating with them. 5:3030 But the Pharisees and their scribes complained to Jesus’ disciples, “Why do you eat and drink with tax collectors and sinners?”But the Pharisees and their scribes complained to Jesus’ disciples, “Why do you eat and drink with tax collectors and sinners?” 5:3131 Jesus answered, “It is not the healthy who need a doctor, but the sick.Jesus answered, “It is not the healthy who need a doctor, but the sick. 5:3232 I have not come to call the righteous, but sinners, to repentance.”I have not come to call the righteous, but sinners, to repentance.” 5:3333 Then they said to Him, “John’s disciples and those of the Pharisees frequently fast and pray, but Yours keep on eating and drinking.”Then they said to Him, “John’s disciples and those of the Pharisees frequently fast and pray, but Yours keep on eating and drinking.” 5:3434 Jesus replied, “Can you make the guests of the bridegroom fast while He is with them?Jesus replied, “Can you make the guests of the bridegroom fast while He is with them? 5:3535 But the time will come when the bridegroom will be taken from them; then they will fast.”But the time will come when the bridegroom will be taken from them; then they will fast.” 5:3636 He also told them a parable: “No one tears a piece of cloth from a new garment and sews it on an old one. If he does, he will tear the new garment as well, and the patch from the new will not match the old.He also told them a parable: “No one tears a piece of cloth from a new garment and sews it on an old one. If he does, he will tear the new garment as well, and the patch from the new will not match the old. 5:3737 And no one pours new wine into old wineskins. If he does, the new wine will burst the skins, the wine will spill, and the wineskins will be ruined.And no one pours new wine into old wineskins. If he does, the new wine will burst the skins, the wine will spill, and the wineskins will be ruined. 5:3838 Instead, new wine is poured into new wineskins.Instead, new wine is poured into new wineskins. 5:3939 And no one after drinking old wine wants new, for he says, ‘The old is better.’”And no one after drinking old wine wants new, for he says, ‘The old is better.’”
Luke 6
6:11 One Sabbath Jesus was passing through the grainfields, and His disciples began to pick the heads of grain, rub them in their hands, and eat them.One Sabbath Jesus was passing through the grainfields, and His disciples began to pick the heads of grain, rub them in their hands, and eat them. 6:22 But some of the Pharisees asked, “Why are you doing what is unlawful on the Sabbath?”But some of the Pharisees asked, “Why are you doing what is unlawful on the Sabbath?” 6:33 Jesus replied, “Have you not read what David did when he and his companions were hungry?Jesus replied, “Have you not read what David did when he and his companions were hungry? 6:44 He entered the house of God, took the consecrated bread and gave it to his companions, and ate what is lawful only for the priests to eat.”He entered the house of God, took the consecrated bread and gave it to his companions, and ate what is lawful only for the priests to eat.” 6:55 Then Jesus declared, “The Son of Man is Lord of the Sabbath.”Then Jesus declared, “The Son of Man is Lord of the Sabbath.” 6:66 On another Sabbath Jesus entered the synagogue and was teaching, and a man was there whose right hand was withered.On another Sabbath Jesus entered the synagogue and was teaching, and a man was there whose right hand was withered. 6:77 Looking for a reason to accuse Jesus, the scribes and Pharisees were watching Him closely to see if He would heal on the Sabbath.Looking for a reason to accuse Jesus, the scribes and Pharisees were watching Him closely to see if He would heal on the Sabbath. 6:88 But Jesus knew their thoughts and said to the man with the withered hand, “Get up and stand among us.” So he got up and stood there.But Jesus knew their thoughts and said to the man with the withered hand, “Get up and stand among us.” So he got up and stood there. 6:99 Then Jesus said to them, “I ask you, which is lawful on the Sabbath: to do good or to do evil, to save life or to destroy it?”Then Jesus said to them, “I ask you, which is lawful on the Sabbath: to do good or to do evil, to save life or to destroy it?” 6:1010 And after looking around at all of them, He said to the man, “Stretch out your hand.” He did so, and it was restored.And after looking around at all of them, He said to the man, “Stretch out your hand.” He did so, and it was restored. 6:1111 But the scribes and Pharisees were filled with rage and began to discuss with one another what they might do to Jesus.But the scribes and Pharisees were filled with rage and began to discuss with one another what they might do to Jesus. 6:1212 In those days Jesus went out to the mountain to pray, and He spent the night in prayer to God.In those days Jesus went out to the mountain to pray, and He spent the night in prayer to God. 6:1313 When daylight came, He called His disciples to Him and chose twelve of them, whom He also designated as apostles:When daylight came, He called His disciples to Him and chose twelve of them, whom He also designated as apostles: 6:1414 Simon, whom He named Peter, and his brother Andrew; James and John; Philip and Bartholomew;Simon, whom He named Peter, and his brother Andrew; James and John; Philip and Bartholomew; 6:1515 Matthew and Thomas; James son of Alphaeus and Simon called the Zealot;Matthew and Thomas; James son of Alphaeus and Simon called the Zealot; 6:1616 Judas son of James, and Judas Iscariot, who became a traitor.Judas son of James, and Judas Iscariot, who became a traitor. 6:1717 Then Jesus came down with them and stood on a level place. A large crowd of His disciples was there, along with a great number of people from all over Judea, Jerusalem, and the seacoast of Tyre and Sidon.Then Jesus came down with them and stood on a level place. A large crowd of His disciples was there, along with a great number of people from all over Judea, Jerusalem, and the seacoast of Tyre and Sidon. 6:1818 They had come to hear Him and to be healed of their diseases, and those troubled by unclean spirits were healed.They had come to hear Him and to be healed of their diseases, and those troubled by unclean spirits were healed. 6:1919 The entire crowd was trying to touch Him, because power was coming from Him and healing them all.The entire crowd was trying to touch Him, because power was coming from Him and healing them all. 6:2020 Looking up at His disciples, Jesus said: “Blessed are you who are poor, for yours is the kingdom of God.Looking up at His disciples, Jesus said: “Blessed are you who are poor, for yours is the kingdom of God. 6:2121 Blessed are you who hunger now, for you will be filled. Blessed are you who weep now, for you will laugh.Blessed are you who hunger now, for you will be filled. Blessed are you who weep now, for you will laugh. 6:2222 Blessed are you when people hate you, and when they exclude you and insult you and reject your name as evil because of the Son of Man.Blessed are you when people hate you, and when they exclude you and insult you and reject your name as evil because of the Son of Man. 6:2323 Rejoice in that day and leap for joy, because great is your reward in heaven. For their fathers treated the prophets in the same way.Rejoice in that day and leap for joy, because great is your reward in heaven. For their fathers treated the prophets in the same way. 6:2424 But woe to you who are rich, for you have already received your comfort.But woe to you who are rich, for you have already received your comfort. 6:2525 Woe to you who are well fed now, for you will hunger. Woe to you who laugh now, for you will mourn and weep.Woe to you who are well fed now, for you will hunger. Woe to you who laugh now, for you will mourn and weep. 6:2626 Woe to you when all men speak well of you, for their fathers treated the false prophets in the same way.Woe to you when all men speak well of you, for their fathers treated the false prophets in the same way. 6:2727 But to those of you who will listen, I say: Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you,But to those of you who will listen, I say: Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, 6:2828 bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you.bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you. 6:2929 If someone strikes you on one cheek, turn to him the other also. And if someone takes your cloak, do not withhold your tunic as well.If someone strikes you on one cheek, turn to him the other also. And if someone takes your cloak, do not withhold your tunic as well. 6:3030 Give to everyone who asks you, and if anyone takes what is yours, do not demand it back.Give to everyone who asks you, and if anyone takes what is yours, do not demand it back. 6:3131 Do to others as you would have them do to you.Do to others as you would have them do to you. 6:3232 If you love those who love you, what credit is that to you? Even sinners love those who love them.If you love those who love you, what credit is that to you? Even sinners love those who love them. 6:3333 If you do good to those who do good to you, what credit is that to you? Even sinners do the same.If you do good to those who do good to you, what credit is that to you? Even sinners do the same. 6:3434 And if you lend to those from whom you expect repayment, what credit is that to you? Even sinners lend to sinners, expecting to be repaid in full.And if you lend to those from whom you expect repayment, what credit is that to you? Even sinners lend to sinners, expecting to be repaid in full. 6:3535 But love your enemies, do good to them, and lend to them, expecting nothing in return. Then your reward will be great, and you will be sons of the Most High; for He is kind to the ungrateful and wicked.But love your enemies, do good to them, and lend to them, expecting nothing in return. Then your reward will be great, and you will be sons of the Most High; for He is kind to the ungrateful and wicked. 6:3636 Be merciful, just as your Father is merciful.Be merciful, just as your Father is merciful. 6:3737 Do not judge, and you will not be judged. Do not condemn, and you will not be condemned. Forgive, and you will be forgiven.Do not judge, and you will not be judged. Do not condemn, and you will not be condemned. Forgive, and you will be forgiven. 6:3838 Give, and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together, and running over will be poured into your lap. For with the measure you use, it will be measured back to you.”Give, and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together, and running over will be poured into your lap. For with the measure you use, it will be measured back to you.” 6:3939 Jesus also told them a parable: “Can a blind man lead a blind man? Will they not both fall into a pit?Jesus also told them a parable: “Can a blind man lead a blind man? Will they not both fall into a pit? 6:4040 A disciple is not above his teacher, but everyone who is fully trained will be like his teacher.A disciple is not above his teacher, but everyone who is fully trained will be like his teacher. 6:4141 Why do you look at the speck in your brother’s eye but fail to notice the beam in your own eye?Why do you look at the speck in your brother’s eye but fail to notice the beam in your own eye? 6:4242 How can you say, ‘Brother, let me take the speck out of your eye,’ while you yourself fail to see the beam in your own eye? You hypocrite! First take the beam out of your own eye, and then you will see clearly to remove the speck from your brother’s eye.How can you say, ‘Brother, let me take the speck out of your eye,’ while you yourself fail to see the beam in your own eye? You hypocrite! First take the beam out of your own eye, and then you will see clearly to remove the speck from your brother’s eye. 6:4343 No good tree bears bad fruit, nor does a bad tree bear good fruit.No good tree bears bad fruit, nor does a bad tree bear good fruit. 6:4444 For each tree is known by its own fruit. Indeed, figs are not gathered from thornbushes, nor grapes from brambles.For each tree is known by its own fruit. Indeed, figs are not gathered from thornbushes, nor grapes from brambles. 6:4545 The good man brings good things out of the good treasure of his heart, and the evil man brings evil things out of the evil treasure of his heart. For out of the overflow of the heart the mouth speaks.The good man brings good things out of the good treasure of his heart, and the evil man brings evil things out of the evil treasure of his heart. For out of the overflow of the heart the mouth speaks. 6:4646 Why do you call Me ‘Lord, Lord,’ but do not do what I say?Why do you call Me ‘Lord, Lord,’ but do not do what I say? 6:4747 I will show you what he is like who comes to Me and hears My words and acts on them:I will show you what he is like who comes to Me and hears My words and acts on them: 6:4848 He is like a man building a house, who dug down deep and laid his foundation on the rock. When the flood came, the torrent crashed against that house but could not shake it, because it was well built.He is like a man building a house, who dug down deep and laid his foundation on the rock. When the flood came, the torrent crashed against that house but could not shake it, because it was well built. 6:4949 But the one who hears My words and does not act on them is like a man who built his house on ground without a foundation. The torrent crashed against that house, and immediately it fell—and great was its destruction!”But the one who hears My words and does not act on them is like a man who built his house on ground without a foundation. The torrent crashed against that house, and immediately it fell—and great was its destruction!”
Luke 7
7:11 When Jesus had concluded His discourse in the hearing of the people, He went to Capernaum.When Jesus had concluded His discourse in the hearing of the people, He went to Capernaum. 7:22 There a highly valued servant of a centurion was sick and about to die.There a highly valued servant of a centurion was sick and about to die. 7:33 When the centurion heard about Jesus, he sent some Jewish elders to ask Him to come and heal his servant.When the centurion heard about Jesus, he sent some Jewish elders to ask Him to come and heal his servant. 7:44 They came to Jesus and pleaded with Him earnestly, “This man is worthy to have You grant this,They came to Jesus and pleaded with Him earnestly, “This man is worthy to have You grant this, 7:55 for he loves our nation and has built our synagogue.”for he loves our nation and has built our synagogue.” 7:66 So Jesus went with them. But when He was not far from the house, the centurion sent friends with the message: “Lord, do not trouble Yourself, for I am not worthy to have You come under my roof.So Jesus went with them. But when He was not far from the house, the centurion sent friends with the message: “Lord, do not trouble Yourself, for I am not worthy to have You come under my roof. 7:77 That is why I did not consider myself worthy to come to You. But just say the word, and my servant will be healed.That is why I did not consider myself worthy to come to You. But just say the word, and my servant will be healed. 7:88 For I myself am a man under authority, with soldiers under me. I tell one to go, and he goes, and another to come, and he comes. I tell my servant to do something, and he does it.”For I myself am a man under authority, with soldiers under me. I tell one to go, and he goes, and another to come, and he comes. I tell my servant to do something, and he does it.” 7:99 When Jesus heard this, He marveled at the centurion. Turning to the crowd following Him, He said, “I tell you, not even in Israel have I found such great faith.”When Jesus heard this, He marveled at the centurion. Turning to the crowd following Him, He said, “I tell you, not even in Israel have I found such great faith.” 7:1010 And when the messengers returned to the house, they found the servant in good health.And when the messengers returned to the house, they found the servant in good health. 7:1111 Soon afterward, Jesus went to a town called Nain. His disciples went with Him, accompanied by a large crowd.Soon afterward, Jesus went to a town called Nain. His disciples went with Him, accompanied by a large crowd. 7:1212 As He approached the town gate, He saw a dead man being carried out, the only son of his mother, and she was a widow. And a large crowd from the town was with her.As He approached the town gate, He saw a dead man being carried out, the only son of his mother, and she was a widow. And a large crowd from the town was with her. 7:1313 When the Lord saw her, He had compassion on her and said, “Do not weep.”When the Lord saw her, He had compassion on her and said, “Do not weep.” 7:1414 Then He went up and touched the coffin, and those carrying it stood still. “Young man,” He said, “I tell you, get up!”Then He went up and touched the coffin, and those carrying it stood still. “Young man,” He said, “I tell you, get up!” 7:1515 And the dead man sat up and began to speak! Then Jesus gave him back to his mother.And the dead man sat up and began to speak! Then Jesus gave him back to his mother. 7:1616 A sense of awe swept over all of them, and they glorified God. “A great prophet has appeared among us!” they said. “God has visited His people!”A sense of awe swept over all of them, and they glorified God. “A great prophet has appeared among us!” they said. “God has visited His people!” 7:1717 And the news about Jesus spread throughout Judea and all the surrounding region.And the news about Jesus spread throughout Judea and all the surrounding region. 7:1818 Then John’s disciples informed him about all these things.Then John’s disciples informed him about all these things. 7:1919 So John called two of his disciples and sent them to ask the Lord, “Are You the One who was to come, or should we look for someone else?”So John called two of his disciples and sent them to ask the Lord, “Are You the One who was to come, or should we look for someone else?” 7:2020 When the men came to Jesus, they said, “John the Baptist sent us to ask, ‘Are You the One who was to come, or should we look for someone else?’”When the men came to Jesus, they said, “John the Baptist sent us to ask, ‘Are You the One who was to come, or should we look for someone else?’” 7:2121 At that very hour Jesus healed many people of their diseases, afflictions, and evil spirits, and He gave sight to many who were blind.At that very hour Jesus healed many people of their diseases, afflictions, and evil spirits, and He gave sight to many who were blind. 7:2222 So He replied, “Go back and report to John what you have seen and heard: The blind receive sight, the lame walk, the lepers are cleansed, the deaf hear, the dead are raised, and the good news is preached to the poor.So He replied, “Go back and report to John what you have seen and heard: The blind receive sight, the lame walk, the lepers are cleansed, the deaf hear, the dead are raised, and the good news is preached to the poor. 7:2323 Blessed is the one who does not fall away on account of Me.”Blessed is the one who does not fall away on account of Me.” 7:2424 After John’s messengers had left, Jesus began to speak to the crowds about John: “What did you go out into the wilderness to see? A reed swaying in the wind?After John’s messengers had left, Jesus began to speak to the crowds about John: “What did you go out into the wilderness to see? A reed swaying in the wind? 7:2525 Otherwise, what did you go out to see? A man dressed in fine clothes? Look, those who wear elegant clothing and live in luxury are found in palaces.Otherwise, what did you go out to see? A man dressed in fine clothes? Look, those who wear elegant clothing and live in luxury are found in palaces. 7:2626 What then did you go out to see? A prophet? Yes, I tell you, and more than a prophet.What then did you go out to see? A prophet? Yes, I tell you, and more than a prophet. 7:2727 This is the one about whom it is written: ‘Behold, I will send My messenger ahead of You, who will prepare Your way before You.’This is the one about whom it is written: ‘Behold, I will send My messenger ahead of You, who will prepare Your way before You.’ 7:2828 I tell you, among those born of women there is no one greater than John, yet even the least in the kingdom of God is greater than he.”I tell you, among those born of women there is no one greater than John, yet even the least in the kingdom of God is greater than he.” 7:2929 All the people who heard this, even the tax collectors, acknowledged God’s justice. For they had received the baptism of John.All the people who heard this, even the tax collectors, acknowledged God’s justice. For they had received the baptism of John. 7:3030 But the Pharisees and experts in the law rejected God’s purpose for themselves, because they had not been baptized by John.But the Pharisees and experts in the law rejected God’s purpose for themselves, because they had not been baptized by John. 7:3131 “To what, then, can I compare the men of this generation? What are they like?“To what, then, can I compare the men of this generation? What are they like? 7:3232 They are like children sitting in the marketplace and calling out to one another: ‘We played the flute for you, and you did not dance; we sang a dirge, and you did not weep.’They are like children sitting in the marketplace and calling out to one another: ‘We played the flute for you, and you did not dance; we sang a dirge, and you did not weep.’ 7:3333 For John the Baptist came neither eating bread nor drinking wine, and you say, ‘He has a demon!’For John the Baptist came neither eating bread nor drinking wine, and you say, ‘He has a demon!’ 7:3434 The Son of Man came eating and drinking, and you say, ‘Look at this glutton and drunkard, a friend of tax collectors and sinners!’The Son of Man came eating and drinking, and you say, ‘Look at this glutton and drunkard, a friend of tax collectors and sinners!’ 7:3535 But wisdom is vindicated by all her children.”But wisdom is vindicated by all her children.” 7:3636 Then one of the Pharisees invited Jesus to eat with him, and He entered the Pharisee’s house and reclined at the table.Then one of the Pharisees invited Jesus to eat with him, and He entered the Pharisee’s house and reclined at the table. 7:3737 When a sinful woman from that town learned that Jesus was dining there, she brought an alabaster jar of perfume.When a sinful woman from that town learned that Jesus was dining there, she brought an alabaster jar of perfume. 7:3838 As she stood behind Him at His feet weeping, she began to wet His feet with her tears and wipe them with her hair. Then she kissed His feet and anointed them with the perfume.As she stood behind Him at His feet weeping, she began to wet His feet with her tears and wipe them with her hair. Then she kissed His feet and anointed them with the perfume. 7:3939 When the Pharisee who had invited Jesus saw this, he said to himself, “If this man were a prophet, He would know who this is and what kind of woman is touching Him—for she is a sinner!”When the Pharisee who had invited Jesus saw this, he said to himself, “If this man were a prophet, He would know who this is and what kind of woman is touching Him—for she is a sinner!” 7:4040 But Jesus answered him, “Simon, I have something to tell you.” “Tell me, Teacher,” he said.But Jesus answered him, “Simon, I have something to tell you.” “Tell me, Teacher,” he said. 7:4141 “Two men were debtors to a certain moneylender. One owed him five hundred denarii, and the other fifty.“Two men were debtors to a certain moneylender. One owed him five hundred denarii, and the other fifty. 7:4242 When they were unable to repay him, he forgave both of them. Which one, then, will love him more?”When they were unable to repay him, he forgave both of them. Which one, then, will love him more?” 7:4343 “I suppose the one who was forgiven more,” Simon replied. “You have judged correctly,” Jesus said.“I suppose the one who was forgiven more,” Simon replied. “You have judged correctly,” Jesus said. 7:4444 And turning toward the woman, He said to Simon, “Do you see this woman? When I entered your house, you did not give Me water for My feet, but she wet My feet with her tears and wiped them with her hair.And turning toward the woman, He said to Simon, “Do you see this woman? When I entered your house, you did not give Me water for My feet, but she wet My feet with her tears and wiped them with her hair. 7:4545 You did not greet Me with a kiss, but she has not stopped kissing My feet since I arrived.You did not greet Me with a kiss, but she has not stopped kissing My feet since I arrived. 7:4646 You did not anoint My head with oil, but she has anointed My feet with perfume.You did not anoint My head with oil, but she has anointed My feet with perfume. 7:4747 Therefore I tell you, her many sins have been forgiven, for she has loved much. But he who has been forgiven little loves little.”Therefore I tell you, her many sins have been forgiven, for she has loved much. But he who has been forgiven little loves little.” 7:4848 Then Jesus said to her, “Your sins are forgiven.”Then Jesus said to her, “Your sins are forgiven.” 7:4949 But those at the table began to say to themselves, “Who is this who even forgives sins?”But those at the table began to say to themselves, “Who is this who even forgives sins?” 7:5050 And Jesus told the woman, “Your faith has saved you; go in peace.”And Jesus told the woman, “Your faith has saved you; go in peace.”
Luke 8
8:11 Soon afterward, Jesus traveled from one town and village to another, preaching and proclaiming the good news of the kingdom of God. The Twelve were with Him,Soon afterward, Jesus traveled from one town and village to another, preaching and proclaiming the good news of the kingdom of God. The Twelve were with Him, 8:22 as well as some women who had been healed of evil spirits and infirmities: Mary called Magdalene, from whom seven demons had gone out,as well as some women who had been healed of evil spirits and infirmities: Mary called Magdalene, from whom seven demons had gone out, 8:33 Joanna the wife of Herod’s household manager Chuza, Susanna, and many others. These women were ministering to them out of their own means.Joanna the wife of Herod’s household manager Chuza, Susanna, and many others. These women were ministering to them out of their own means. 8:44 While a large crowd was gathering and people were coming to Jesus from town after town, He told them this parable:While a large crowd was gathering and people were coming to Jesus from town after town, He told them this parable: 8:55 “A farmer went out to sow his seed. And as he was sowing, some seed fell along the path, where it was trampled, and the birds of the air devoured it.“A farmer went out to sow his seed. And as he was sowing, some seed fell along the path, where it was trampled, and the birds of the air devoured it. 8:66 Some fell on rocky ground, and when it came up, the seedlings withered because they had no moisture.Some fell on rocky ground, and when it came up, the seedlings withered because they had no moisture. 8:77 Other seed fell among thorns, which grew up with it and choked the seedlings.Other seed fell among thorns, which grew up with it and choked the seedlings. 8:88 Still other seed fell on good soil, where it sprang up and produced a crop—a hundredfold.” As Jesus said this, He called out, “He who has ears to hear, let him hear.”Still other seed fell on good soil, where it sprang up and produced a crop—a hundredfold.” As Jesus said this, He called out, “He who has ears to hear, let him hear.” 8:99 Then His disciples asked Him what this parable meant.Then His disciples asked Him what this parable meant. 8:1010 He replied, “The knowledge of the mysteries of the kingdom of God has been given to you, but to others I speak in parables, so that, ‘though seeing, they may not see; though hearing, they may not understand.’He replied, “The knowledge of the mysteries of the kingdom of God has been given to you, but to others I speak in parables, so that, ‘though seeing, they may not see; though hearing, they may not understand.’ 8:1111 Now this is the meaning of the parable: The seed is the word of God.Now this is the meaning of the parable: The seed is the word of God. 8:1212 The seeds along the path are those who hear, but the devil comes and takes away the word from their hearts, so that they may not believe and be saved.The seeds along the path are those who hear, but the devil comes and takes away the word from their hearts, so that they may not believe and be saved. 8:1313 The seeds on rocky ground are those who hear the word and receive it with joy, but they have no root. They believe for a season, but in the time of testing, they fall away.The seeds on rocky ground are those who hear the word and receive it with joy, but they have no root. They believe for a season, but in the time of testing, they fall away. 8:1414 The seeds that fell among the thorns are those who hear, but as they go on their way, they are choked by the worries, riches, and pleasures of this life, and their fruit does not mature.The seeds that fell among the thorns are those who hear, but as they go on their way, they are choked by the worries, riches, and pleasures of this life, and their fruit does not mature. 8:1515 But the seeds on good soil are those with a noble and good heart, who hear the word, cling to it, and by persevering produce a crop.But the seeds on good soil are those with a noble and good heart, who hear the word, cling to it, and by persevering produce a crop. 8:1616 No one lights a lamp and covers it with a jar or puts it under a bed. Instead, he sets it on a stand, so those who enter can see the light.No one lights a lamp and covers it with a jar or puts it under a bed. Instead, he sets it on a stand, so those who enter can see the light. 8:1717 For there is nothing hidden that will not be disclosed, and nothing concealed that will not be made known and brought to light.For there is nothing hidden that will not be disclosed, and nothing concealed that will not be made known and brought to light. 8:1818 Pay attention, therefore, to how you listen. Whoever has will be given more, but whoever does not have, even what he thinks he has will be taken away from him.”Pay attention, therefore, to how you listen. Whoever has will be given more, but whoever does not have, even what he thinks he has will be taken away from him.” 8:1919 Then Jesus’ mother and brothers came to see Him, but they were unable to reach Him because of the crowd.Then Jesus’ mother and brothers came to see Him, but they were unable to reach Him because of the crowd. 8:2020 He was told, “Your mother and brothers are standing outside, wanting to see You.”He was told, “Your mother and brothers are standing outside, wanting to see You.” 8:2121 But He replied, “My mother and brothers are those who hear the word of God and carry it out.”But He replied, “My mother and brothers are those who hear the word of God and carry it out.” 8:2222 One day Jesus said to His disciples, “Let us cross to the other side of the lake.” So He got into a boat with them and set out.One day Jesus said to His disciples, “Let us cross to the other side of the lake.” So He got into a boat with them and set out. 8:2323 As they sailed, He fell asleep, and a windstorm came down on the lake, so that the boat was being swamped, and they were in great danger.As they sailed, He fell asleep, and a windstorm came down on the lake, so that the boat was being swamped, and they were in great danger. 8:2424 The disciples went and woke Him, saying, “Master, Master, we are perishing!” Then Jesus got up and rebuked the wind and the raging waters, and they subsided, and all was calm.The disciples went and woke Him, saying, “Master, Master, we are perishing!” Then Jesus got up and rebuked the wind and the raging waters, and they subsided, and all was calm. 8:2525 “Where is your faith?” He asked. Frightened and amazed, they asked one another, “Who is this? He commands even the winds and the water, and they obey Him!”“Where is your faith?” He asked. Frightened and amazed, they asked one another, “Who is this? He commands even the winds and the water, and they obey Him!” 8:2626 Then they sailed to the region of the Gerasenes, across the lake from Galilee.Then they sailed to the region of the Gerasenes, across the lake from Galilee. 8:2727 When Jesus stepped ashore, He was met by a demon-possessed man from the town. For a long time this man had not worn clothing or lived in a house, but he stayed in the tombs.When Jesus stepped ashore, He was met by a demon-possessed man from the town. For a long time this man had not worn clothing or lived in a house, but he stayed in the tombs. 8:2828 When the man saw Jesus, he cried out and fell down before Him, shouting in a loud voice, “What do You want with me, Jesus, Son of the Most High God? I beg You not to torture me!”When the man saw Jesus, he cried out and fell down before Him, shouting in a loud voice, “What do You want with me, Jesus, Son of the Most High God? I beg You not to torture me!” 8:2929 For Jesus had commanded the unclean spirit to come out of the man. Many times it had seized him, and though he was bound with chains and shackles, he had broken the chains and been driven by the demon into solitary places.For Jesus had commanded the unclean spirit to come out of the man. Many times it had seized him, and though he was bound with chains and shackles, he had broken the chains and been driven by the demon into solitary places. 8:3030 “What is your name?” Jesus asked. “Legion,” he replied, because many demons had gone into him.“What is your name?” Jesus asked. “Legion,” he replied, because many demons had gone into him. 8:3131 And the demons kept begging Jesus not to order them to go into the Abyss.And the demons kept begging Jesus not to order them to go into the Abyss. 8:3232 There on the hillside a large herd of pigs was feeding. So the demons begged Jesus to let them enter the pigs, and He gave them permission.There on the hillside a large herd of pigs was feeding. So the demons begged Jesus to let them enter the pigs, and He gave them permission. 8:3333 Then the demons came out of the man and went into the pigs, and the herd rushed down the steep bank into the lake and was drowned.Then the demons came out of the man and went into the pigs, and the herd rushed down the steep bank into the lake and was drowned. 8:3434 When those tending the pigs saw what had happened, they ran off and reported this in the town and countryside.When those tending the pigs saw what had happened, they ran off and reported this in the town and countryside. 8:3535 So the people went out to see what had happened. They came to Jesus and found the man whom the demons had left, sitting at Jesus’ feet, clothed and in his right mind; and they were afraid.So the people went out to see what had happened. They came to Jesus and found the man whom the demons had left, sitting at Jesus’ feet, clothed and in his right mind; and they were afraid. 8:3636 Meanwhile, those who had seen it reported how the demon-possessed man had been healed.Meanwhile, those who had seen it reported how the demon-possessed man had been healed. 8:3737 Then all the people of the region of the Gerasenes asked Jesus to depart from them, because great fear had taken hold of them. So He got into the boat and started back.Then all the people of the region of the Gerasenes asked Jesus to depart from them, because great fear had taken hold of them. So He got into the boat and started back. 8:3838 The man whom the demons had left begged to go with Jesus. But He sent him away, saying,The man whom the demons had left begged to go with Jesus. But He sent him away, saying, 8:3939 “Return home and describe how much God has done for you.” So the man went away and proclaimed all over the town how much Jesus had done for him.“Return home and describe how much God has done for you.” So the man went away and proclaimed all over the town how much Jesus had done for him. 8:4040 When Jesus returned, the crowd welcomed Him, for they had all been waiting for Him.When Jesus returned, the crowd welcomed Him, for they had all been waiting for Him. 8:4141 Just then a synagogue leader named Jairus came and fell at Jesus’ feet. He begged Him to come to his house,Just then a synagogue leader named Jairus came and fell at Jesus’ feet. He begged Him to come to his house, 8:4242 because his only daughter, who was about twelve, was dying. As Jesus went with him, the crowds pressed around Him,because his only daughter, who was about twelve, was dying. As Jesus went with him, the crowds pressed around Him, 8:4343 including a woman who had suffered from bleeding for twelve years. She had spent all her money on physicians, but no one was able to heal her.including a woman who had suffered from bleeding for twelve years. She had spent all her money on physicians, but no one was able to heal her. 8:4444 She came up behind Jesus and touched the fringe of His cloak, and immediately her bleeding stopped.She came up behind Jesus and touched the fringe of His cloak, and immediately her bleeding stopped. 8:4545 “Who touched Me?” Jesus asked. But they all denied it. “Master,” said Peter, “the people are crowding and pressing against You.”“Who touched Me?” Jesus asked. But they all denied it. “Master,” said Peter, “the people are crowding and pressing against You.” 8:4646 But Jesus declared, “Someone touched Me, for I know that power has gone out from Me.”But Jesus declared, “Someone touched Me, for I know that power has gone out from Me.” 8:4747 Then the woman, seeing that she could not escape notice, came trembling and fell down before Him. In the presence of all the people, she explained why she had touched Him and how she had immediately been healed.Then the woman, seeing that she could not escape notice, came trembling and fell down before Him. In the presence of all the people, she explained why she had touched Him and how she had immediately been healed. 8:4848 “Daughter,” said Jesus, “your faith has healed you. Go in peace.”“Daughter,” said Jesus, “your faith has healed you. Go in peace.” 8:4949 While He was still speaking, someone arrived from the house of the synagogue leader. “Your daughter is dead,” he told Jairus. “Do not bother the Teacher anymore.”While He was still speaking, someone arrived from the house of the synagogue leader. “Your daughter is dead,” he told Jairus. “Do not bother the Teacher anymore.” 8:5050 But Jesus overheard them and said to Jairus, “Do not be afraid; just believe, and she will be healed.”But Jesus overheard them and said to Jairus, “Do not be afraid; just believe, and she will be healed.” 8:5151 When He entered the house, He did not allow anyone to go in with Him except Peter, John, James, and the child’s father and mother.When He entered the house, He did not allow anyone to go in with Him except Peter, John, James, and the child’s father and mother. 8:5252 Meanwhile, everyone was weeping and mourning for her. But Jesus said, “Stop weeping; she is not dead but asleep.”Meanwhile, everyone was weeping and mourning for her. But Jesus said, “Stop weeping; she is not dead but asleep.” 8:5353 And they laughed at Him, knowing that she was dead.And they laughed at Him, knowing that she was dead. 8:5454 But Jesus took her by the hand and called out, “Child, get up!”But Jesus took her by the hand and called out, “Child, get up!” 8:5555 Her spirit returned, and at once she got up. And He directed that she be given something to eat.Her spirit returned, and at once she got up. And He directed that she be given something to eat. 8:5656 Her parents were astounded, but Jesus ordered them not to tell anyone what had happened.Her parents were astounded, but Jesus ordered them not to tell anyone what had happened.
Luke 9
9:11 Then Jesus called the Twelve together and gave them power and authority over all demons, and power to cure diseases.Then Jesus called the Twelve together and gave them power and authority over all demons, and power to cure diseases. 9:22 And He sent them out to proclaim the kingdom of God and to heal the sick.And He sent them out to proclaim the kingdom of God and to heal the sick. 9:33 “Take nothing for the journey,” He told them, “no staff, no bag, no bread, no money, no second tunic.“Take nothing for the journey,” He told them, “no staff, no bag, no bread, no money, no second tunic. 9:44 Whatever house you enter, stay there until you leave that area.Whatever house you enter, stay there until you leave that area. 9:55 If anyone does not welcome you, shake the dust off your feet when you leave that town, as a testimony against them.”If anyone does not welcome you, shake the dust off your feet when you leave that town, as a testimony against them.” 9:66 So they set out and went from village to village, preaching the gospel and healing people everywhere.So they set out and went from village to village, preaching the gospel and healing people everywhere. 9:77 When Herod the tetrarch heard about all that was happening, he was perplexed. For some were saying that John had risen from the dead,When Herod the tetrarch heard about all that was happening, he was perplexed. For some were saying that John had risen from the dead, 9:88 others that Elijah had appeared, and still others that a prophet of old had arisen.others that Elijah had appeared, and still others that a prophet of old had arisen. 9:99 “I beheaded John,” Herod said, “but who is this man I hear such things about?” And he kept trying to see Jesus.“I beheaded John,” Herod said, “but who is this man I hear such things about?” And he kept trying to see Jesus. 9:1010 Then the apostles returned and reported to Jesus all that they had done. Taking them away privately, He withdrew to a town called Bethsaida.Then the apostles returned and reported to Jesus all that they had done. Taking them away privately, He withdrew to a town called Bethsaida. 9:1111 But the crowds found out and followed Him. He welcomed them and spoke to them about the kingdom of God, and He healed those who needed healing.But the crowds found out and followed Him. He welcomed them and spoke to them about the kingdom of God, and He healed those who needed healing. 9:1212 As the day neared its end, the Twelve came to Jesus and said, “Dismiss the crowd so they can go to the surrounding villages and countryside for lodging and provisions. For we are in a desolate place here.”As the day neared its end, the Twelve came to Jesus and said, “Dismiss the crowd so they can go to the surrounding villages and countryside for lodging and provisions. For we are in a desolate place here.” 9:1313 But Jesus told them, “You give them something to eat.” “We have only five loaves of bread and two fish,” they answered, “unless we go and buy food for all these people.”But Jesus told them, “You give them something to eat.” “We have only five loaves of bread and two fish,” they answered, “unless we go and buy food for all these people.” 9:1414 (There were about five thousand men.) He told His disciples, “Have them sit down in groups of about fifty each.”(There were about five thousand men.) He told His disciples, “Have them sit down in groups of about fifty each.” 9:1515 They did so, and everyone was seated.They did so, and everyone was seated. 9:1616 Taking the five loaves and the two fish and looking up to heaven, Jesus spoke a blessing and broke them. Then He gave them to the disciples to set before the people.Taking the five loaves and the two fish and looking up to heaven, Jesus spoke a blessing and broke them. Then He gave them to the disciples to set before the people. 9:1717 They all ate and were satisfied, and the disciples picked up twelve basketfuls of broken pieces that were left over.They all ate and were satisfied, and the disciples picked up twelve basketfuls of broken pieces that were left over. 9:1818 One day as Jesus was praying in private and the disciples were with Him, He questioned them: “Who do the crowds say I am?”One day as Jesus was praying in private and the disciples were with Him, He questioned them: “Who do the crowds say I am?” 9:1919 They replied, “Some say John the Baptist; others say Elijah; and still others, that a prophet of old has arisen.”They replied, “Some say John the Baptist; others say Elijah; and still others, that a prophet of old has arisen.” 9:2020 “But what about you?” Jesus asked. “Who do you say I am?” Peter answered, “The Christ of God.”“But what about you?” Jesus asked. “Who do you say I am?” Peter answered, “The Christ of God.” 9:2121 Jesus strictly warned them not to tell this to anyone.Jesus strictly warned them not to tell this to anyone. 9:2222 “The Son of Man must suffer many things,” He said. “He must be rejected by the elders, chief priests, and scribes, and He must be killed and on the third day be raised to life.”“The Son of Man must suffer many things,” He said. “He must be rejected by the elders, chief priests, and scribes, and He must be killed and on the third day be raised to life.” 9:2323 Then Jesus said to all of them, “If anyone wants to come after Me, he must deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow Me.Then Jesus said to all of them, “If anyone wants to come after Me, he must deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow Me. 9:2424 For whoever wants to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for My sake will save it.For whoever wants to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for My sake will save it. 9:2525 What does it profit a man to gain the whole world, yet lose or forfeit his very self?What does it profit a man to gain the whole world, yet lose or forfeit his very self? 9:2626 If anyone is ashamed of Me and My words, the Son of Man will be ashamed of him when He comes in His glory and in the glory of the Father and of the holy angels.If anyone is ashamed of Me and My words, the Son of Man will be ashamed of him when He comes in His glory and in the glory of the Father and of the holy angels. 9:2727 But I tell you truly, some who are standing here will not taste death before they see the kingdom of God.”But I tell you truly, some who are standing here will not taste death before they see the kingdom of God.” 9:2828 About eight days after Jesus had said these things, He took with Him Peter, John, and James, and went up on a mountain to pray.About eight days after Jesus had said these things, He took with Him Peter, John, and James, and went up on a mountain to pray. 9:2929 And as He was praying, the appearance of His face changed, and His clothes became radiantly white.And as He was praying, the appearance of His face changed, and His clothes became radiantly white. 9:3030 Suddenly two men, Moses and Elijah, began talking with Jesus.Suddenly two men, Moses and Elijah, began talking with Jesus. 9:3131 They appeared in glory and spoke about His departure, which He was about to accomplish at Jerusalem.They appeared in glory and spoke about His departure, which He was about to accomplish at Jerusalem. 9:3232 Meanwhile Peter and his companions were overcome by sleep, but when they awoke, they saw Jesus’ glory and the two men standing with Him.Meanwhile Peter and his companions were overcome by sleep, but when they awoke, they saw Jesus’ glory and the two men standing with Him. 9:3333 As Moses and Elijah were leaving, Peter said to Jesus, “Master, it is good for us to be here. Let us put up three shelters—one for You, one for Moses, and one for Elijah.” (He did not know what he was saying.)As Moses and Elijah were leaving, Peter said to Jesus, “Master, it is good for us to be here. Let us put up three shelters—one for You, one for Moses, and one for Elijah.” (He did not know what he was saying.) 9:3434 While Peter was speaking, a cloud appeared and enveloped them, and they were afraid as they entered the cloud.While Peter was speaking, a cloud appeared and enveloped them, and they were afraid as they entered the cloud. 9:3535 And a voice came from the cloud, saying, “This is My Son, whom I have chosen. Listen to Him!”And a voice came from the cloud, saying, “This is My Son, whom I have chosen. Listen to Him!” 9:3636 After the voice had spoken, only Jesus was present with them. The disciples kept this to themselves, and in those days they did not tell anyone what they had seen.After the voice had spoken, only Jesus was present with them. The disciples kept this to themselves, and in those days they did not tell anyone what they had seen. 9:3737 The next day, when they came down from the mountain, Jesus was met by a large crowd.The next day, when they came down from the mountain, Jesus was met by a large crowd. 9:3838 Suddenly a man in the crowd cried out, “Teacher, I beg You to look at my son, for he is my only child.Suddenly a man in the crowd cried out, “Teacher, I beg You to look at my son, for he is my only child. 9:3939 A spirit keeps seizing him, and he screams abruptly. It throws him into convulsions so that he foams at the mouth. It keeps mauling him and rarely departs from him.A spirit keeps seizing him, and he screams abruptly. It throws him into convulsions so that he foams at the mouth. It keeps mauling him and rarely departs from him. 9:4040 I begged Your disciples to drive it out, but they were unable.”I begged Your disciples to drive it out, but they were unable.” 9:4141 “O unbelieving and perverse generation!” Jesus replied. “How long must I remain with you and put up with you? Bring your son here.”“O unbelieving and perverse generation!” Jesus replied. “How long must I remain with you and put up with you? Bring your son here.” 9:4242 Even while the boy was approaching, the demon slammed him to the ground in a convulsion. But Jesus rebuked the unclean spirit, healed the boy, and gave him back to his father.Even while the boy was approaching, the demon slammed him to the ground in a convulsion. But Jesus rebuked the unclean spirit, healed the boy, and gave him back to his father. 9:4343 And they were all astonished at the greatness of God. While everyone was marveling at all that Jesus was doing, He said to His disciples,And they were all astonished at the greatness of God. While everyone was marveling at all that Jesus was doing, He said to His disciples, 9:4444 “Let these words sink into your ears: The Son of Man is about to be delivered into the hands of men.”“Let these words sink into your ears: The Son of Man is about to be delivered into the hands of men.” 9:4545 But they did not understand this statement. It was veiled from them so that they could not comprehend it, and they were afraid to ask Him about it.But they did not understand this statement. It was veiled from them so that they could not comprehend it, and they were afraid to ask Him about it. 9:4646 Then an argument started among the disciples as to which of them would be the greatest.Then an argument started among the disciples as to which of them would be the greatest. 9:4747 But Jesus, knowing the thoughts of their hearts, had a little child stand beside Him.But Jesus, knowing the thoughts of their hearts, had a little child stand beside Him. 9:4848 And He said to them, “Whoever welcomes this little child in My name welcomes Me, and whoever welcomes Me welcomes the One who sent Me. For whoever is the least among all of you, he is the greatest.”And He said to them, “Whoever welcomes this little child in My name welcomes Me, and whoever welcomes Me welcomes the One who sent Me. For whoever is the least among all of you, he is the greatest.” 9:4949 “Master,” said John, “we saw someone driving out demons in Your name, and we tried to stop him, because he does not accompany us.”“Master,” said John, “we saw someone driving out demons in Your name, and we tried to stop him, because he does not accompany us.” 9:5050 “Do not stop him,” Jesus replied, “for whoever is not against you is for you.”“Do not stop him,” Jesus replied, “for whoever is not against you is for you.” 9:5151 As the day of His ascension approached, Jesus resolutely set out for Jerusalem.As the day of His ascension approached, Jesus resolutely set out for Jerusalem. 9:5252 He sent messengers on ahead, who went into a village of the Samaritans to make arrangements for Him.He sent messengers on ahead, who went into a village of the Samaritans to make arrangements for Him. 9:5353 But the people there refused to welcome Him, because He was heading for Jerusalem.But the people there refused to welcome Him, because He was heading for Jerusalem. 9:5454 When the disciples James and John saw this, they asked, “Lord, do You want us to call down fire from heaven to consume them?”When the disciples James and John saw this, they asked, “Lord, do You want us to call down fire from heaven to consume them?” 9:5555 But Jesus turned and rebuked them.But Jesus turned and rebuked them. 9:5656 And He and His disciples went on to another village.And He and His disciples went on to another village. 9:5757 As they were walking along the road, someone said to Jesus, “I will follow You wherever You go.”As they were walking along the road, someone said to Jesus, “I will follow You wherever You go.” 9:5858 Jesus replied, “Foxes have dens and birds of the air have nests, but the Son of Man has no place to lay His head.”Jesus replied, “Foxes have dens and birds of the air have nests, but the Son of Man has no place to lay His head.” 9:5959 Then He said to another man, “Follow Me.” The man replied, “Lord, first let me go and bury my father.”Then He said to another man, “Follow Me.” The man replied, “Lord, first let me go and bury my father.” 9:6060 But Jesus told him, “Let the dead bury their own dead. You, however, go and proclaim the kingdom of God.”But Jesus told him, “Let the dead bury their own dead. You, however, go and proclaim the kingdom of God.” 9:6161 Still another said, “I will follow You, Lord; but first let me bid farewell to my family.”Still another said, “I will follow You, Lord; but first let me bid farewell to my family.” 9:6262 Then Jesus declared, “No one who puts his hand to the plow and then looks back is fit for the kingdom of God.”Then Jesus declared, “No one who puts his hand to the plow and then looks back is fit for the kingdom of God.”
Luke 10
10:11 After this, the Lord appointed seventy-two others and sent them two by two ahead of Him to every town and place He was about to visit.After this, the Lord appointed seventy-two others and sent them two by two ahead of Him to every town and place He was about to visit. 10:22 And He told them, “The harvest is plentiful, but the workers are few. Ask the Lord of the harvest, therefore, to send out workers into His harvest.And He told them, “The harvest is plentiful, but the workers are few. Ask the Lord of the harvest, therefore, to send out workers into His harvest. 10:33 Go! I am sending you out like lambs among wolves.Go! I am sending you out like lambs among wolves. 10:44 Carry no purse or bag or sandals. Do not greet anyone along the road.Carry no purse or bag or sandals. Do not greet anyone along the road. 10:55 Whatever house you enter, begin by saying, ‘Peace to this house.’Whatever house you enter, begin by saying, ‘Peace to this house.’ 10:66 If a man of peace is there, your peace will rest on him; if not, it will return to you.If a man of peace is there, your peace will rest on him; if not, it will return to you. 10:77 Stay at the same house, eating and drinking whatever you are offered. For the worker is worthy of his wages. Do not move around from house to house.Stay at the same house, eating and drinking whatever you are offered. For the worker is worthy of his wages. Do not move around from house to house. 10:88 If you enter a town and they welcome you, eat whatever is set before you.If you enter a town and they welcome you, eat whatever is set before you. 10:99 Heal the sick who are there and tell them, ‘The kingdom of God is near you.’Heal the sick who are there and tell them, ‘The kingdom of God is near you.’ 10:1010 But if you enter a town and they do not welcome you, go into the streets and declare,But if you enter a town and they do not welcome you, go into the streets and declare, 10:1111 ‘Even the dust of your town that clings to our feet, we wipe off as a testimony against you. Yet be sure of this: The kingdom of God is near.’‘Even the dust of your town that clings to our feet, we wipe off as a testimony against you. Yet be sure of this: The kingdom of God is near.’ 10:1212 I tell you, it will be more bearable on that day for Sodom than for that town.I tell you, it will be more bearable on that day for Sodom than for that town. 10:1313 Woe to you, Chorazin! Woe to you, Bethsaida! For if the miracles that were performed in you had been performed in Tyre and Sidon, they would have repented long ago, sitting in sackcloth and ashes.Woe to you, Chorazin! Woe to you, Bethsaida! For if the miracles that were performed in you had been performed in Tyre and Sidon, they would have repented long ago, sitting in sackcloth and ashes. 10:1414 But it will be more bearable for Tyre and Sidon at the judgment than for you.But it will be more bearable for Tyre and Sidon at the judgment than for you. 10:1515 And you, Capernaum, will you be lifted up to heaven? No, you will be brought down to Hades!And you, Capernaum, will you be lifted up to heaven? No, you will be brought down to Hades! 10:1616 Whoever listens to you listens to Me; whoever rejects you rejects Me; and whoever rejects Me rejects the One who sent Me.”Whoever listens to you listens to Me; whoever rejects you rejects Me; and whoever rejects Me rejects the One who sent Me.” 10:1717 The seventy-two returned with joy and said, “Lord, even the demons submit to us in Your name.”The seventy-two returned with joy and said, “Lord, even the demons submit to us in Your name.” 10:1818 So He told them, “I saw Satan fall like lightning from heaven.So He told them, “I saw Satan fall like lightning from heaven. 10:1919 Behold, I have given you authority to tread on snakes and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy. Nothing will harm you.Behold, I have given you authority to tread on snakes and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy. Nothing will harm you. 10:2020 Nevertheless, do not rejoice that the spirits submit to you, but rejoice that your names are written in heaven.”Nevertheless, do not rejoice that the spirits submit to you, but rejoice that your names are written in heaven.” 10:2121 At that time Jesus rejoiced in the Holy Spirit and declared, “I praise You, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, because You have hidden these things from the wise and learned, and revealed them to little children. Yes, Father, for this was well-pleasing in Your sight.At that time Jesus rejoiced in the Holy Spirit and declared, “I praise You, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, because You have hidden these things from the wise and learned, and revealed them to little children. Yes, Father, for this was well-pleasing in Your sight. 10:2222 All things have been entrusted to Me by My Father. No one knows who the Son is except the Father, and no one knows who the Father is except the Son and those to whom the Son chooses to reveal Him.”All things have been entrusted to Me by My Father. No one knows who the Son is except the Father, and no one knows who the Father is except the Son and those to whom the Son chooses to reveal Him.” 10:2323 Then Jesus turned to the disciples and said privately, “Blessed are the eyes that see what you see.Then Jesus turned to the disciples and said privately, “Blessed are the eyes that see what you see. 10:2424 For I tell you that many prophets and kings desired to see what you see but did not see it, and to hear what you hear but did not hear it.”For I tell you that many prophets and kings desired to see what you see but did not see it, and to hear what you hear but did not hear it.” 10:2525 One day an expert in the law stood up to test Him. “Teacher,” he asked, “what must I do to inherit eternal life?”One day an expert in the law stood up to test Him. “Teacher,” he asked, “what must I do to inherit eternal life?” 10:2626 “What is written in the Law?” Jesus replied. “How do you read it?”“What is written in the Law?” Jesus replied. “How do you read it?” 10:2727 He answered, “‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength and with all your mind’ and ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’”He answered, “‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength and with all your mind’ and ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’” 10:2828 “You have answered correctly,” Jesus said. “Do this and you will live.”“You have answered correctly,” Jesus said. “Do this and you will live.” 10:2929 But wanting to justify himself, he asked Jesus, “And who is my neighbor?”But wanting to justify himself, he asked Jesus, “And who is my neighbor?” 10:3030 Jesus took up this question and said, “A man was going down from Jerusalem to Jericho when he fell into the hands of robbers. They stripped him, beat him, and went away, leaving him half dead.Jesus took up this question and said, “A man was going down from Jerusalem to Jericho when he fell into the hands of robbers. They stripped him, beat him, and went away, leaving him half dead. 10:3131 Now by chance a priest was going down the same road, but when he saw him, he passed by on the other side.Now by chance a priest was going down the same road, but when he saw him, he passed by on the other side. 10:3232 So too, when a Levite came to that spot and saw him, he passed by on the other side.So too, when a Levite came to that spot and saw him, he passed by on the other side. 10:3333 But a Samaritan on a journey came upon him, and when he saw him, he had compassion.But a Samaritan on a journey came upon him, and when he saw him, he had compassion. 10:3434 He went to him and bandaged his wounds, pouring on oil and wine. Then he put him on his own animal, brought him to an inn, and took care of him.He went to him and bandaged his wounds, pouring on oil and wine. Then he put him on his own animal, brought him to an inn, and took care of him. 10:3535 The next day he took out two denarii and gave them to the innkeeper. ‘Take care of him,’ he said, ‘and on my return I will repay you for any additional expense.’The next day he took out two denarii and gave them to the innkeeper. ‘Take care of him,’ he said, ‘and on my return I will repay you for any additional expense.’ 10:3636 Which of these three do you think was a neighbor to the man who fell into the hands of robbers?”Which of these three do you think was a neighbor to the man who fell into the hands of robbers?” 10:3737 “The one who showed him mercy,” replied the expert in the law. Then Jesus told him, “Go and do likewise.”“The one who showed him mercy,” replied the expert in the law. Then Jesus told him, “Go and do likewise.” 10:3838 As they traveled along, Jesus entered a village where a woman named Martha welcomed Him into her home.As they traveled along, Jesus entered a village where a woman named Martha welcomed Him into her home. 10:3939 She had a sister named Mary, who sat at the Lord’s feet listening to His message.She had a sister named Mary, who sat at the Lord’s feet listening to His message. 10:4040 But Martha was distracted by all the preparations to be made. She came to Jesus and said, “Lord, do You not care that my sister has left me to serve alone? Tell her to help me!”But Martha was distracted by all the preparations to be made. She came to Jesus and said, “Lord, do You not care that my sister has left me to serve alone? Tell her to help me!” 10:4141 “Martha, Martha,” the Lord replied, “you are worried and upset about many things.“Martha, Martha,” the Lord replied, “you are worried and upset about many things. 10:4242 But only one thing is necessary. Mary has chosen the good portion, and it will not be taken away from her.”But only one thing is necessary. Mary has chosen the good portion, and it will not be taken away from her.”
Luke 11
11:11 One day in a place where Jesus had just finished praying, one of His disciples requested, “Lord, teach us to pray, just as John taught his disciples.”One day in a place where Jesus had just finished praying, one of His disciples requested, “Lord, teach us to pray, just as John taught his disciples.” 11:22 So Jesus told them, “When you pray, say: ‘Father, hallowed be Your name. Your kingdom come.So Jesus told them, “When you pray, say: ‘Father, hallowed be Your name. Your kingdom come. 11:33 Give us each day our daily bread.Give us each day our daily bread. 11:44 And forgive us our sins, for we also forgive everyone who sins against us. And lead us not into temptation.’”And forgive us our sins, for we also forgive everyone who sins against us. And lead us not into temptation.’” 11:55 Then Jesus said to them, “Suppose one of you goes to his friend at midnight and says, ‘Friend, lend me three loaves of bread,Then Jesus said to them, “Suppose one of you goes to his friend at midnight and says, ‘Friend, lend me three loaves of bread, 11:66 because a friend of mine has come to me on a journey, and I have nothing to set before him.’because a friend of mine has come to me on a journey, and I have nothing to set before him.’ 11:77 And suppose the one inside answers, ‘Do not bother me. My door is already shut, and my children and I are in bed. I cannot get up to give you anything.’And suppose the one inside answers, ‘Do not bother me. My door is already shut, and my children and I are in bed. I cannot get up to give you anything.’ 11:88 I tell you, even though he will not get up to provide for him because of his friendship, yet because of the man’s persistence, he will get up and give him as much as he needs.I tell you, even though he will not get up to provide for him because of his friendship, yet because of the man’s persistence, he will get up and give him as much as he needs. 11:99 So I tell you: Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and the door will be opened to you.So I tell you: Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and the door will be opened to you. 11:1010 For everyone who asks receives; he who seeks finds; and to him who knocks, the door will be opened.For everyone who asks receives; he who seeks finds; and to him who knocks, the door will be opened. 11:1111 What father among you, if his son asks for a fish, will give him a snake instead?What father among you, if his son asks for a fish, will give him a snake instead? 11:1212 Or if he asks for an egg, will give him a scorpion?Or if he asks for an egg, will give him a scorpion? 11:1313 So if you who are evil know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven give the Holy Spirit to those who ask Him!”So if you who are evil know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven give the Holy Spirit to those who ask Him!” 11:1414 One day Jesus was driving out a demon that was mute. And when the demon was gone, the man who had been mute spoke. The crowds were amazed,One day Jesus was driving out a demon that was mute. And when the demon was gone, the man who had been mute spoke. The crowds were amazed, 11:1515 but some of them said, “It is by Beelzebul, the prince of the demons, that He drives out demons.”but some of them said, “It is by Beelzebul, the prince of the demons, that He drives out demons.” 11:1616 And others tested Him by demanding a sign from heaven.And others tested Him by demanding a sign from heaven. 11:1717 Knowing their thoughts, Jesus said to them, “Every kingdom divided against itself will be laid waste, and a house divided against a house will fall.Knowing their thoughts, Jesus said to them, “Every kingdom divided against itself will be laid waste, and a house divided against a house will fall. 11:1818 If Satan is divided against himself, how can his kingdom stand? After all, you say that I drive out demons by Beelzebul.If Satan is divided against himself, how can his kingdom stand? After all, you say that I drive out demons by Beelzebul. 11:1919 And if I drive out demons by Beelzebul, by whom do your sons drive them out? So then, they will be your judges.And if I drive out demons by Beelzebul, by whom do your sons drive them out? So then, they will be your judges. 11:2020 But if I drive out demons by the finger of God, then the kingdom of God has come upon you.But if I drive out demons by the finger of God, then the kingdom of God has come upon you. 11:2121 When a strong man, fully armed, guards his house, his possessions are secure.When a strong man, fully armed, guards his house, his possessions are secure. 11:2222 But when someone stronger attacks and overpowers him, he takes away the armor in which the man trusted, and then he divides up his plunder.But when someone stronger attacks and overpowers him, he takes away the armor in which the man trusted, and then he divides up his plunder. 11:2323 He who is not with Me is against Me, and he who does not gather with Me scatters.He who is not with Me is against Me, and he who does not gather with Me scatters. 11:2424 When an unclean spirit comes out of a man, it passes through arid places seeking rest and does not find it. Then it says, ‘I will return to the house I left.’When an unclean spirit comes out of a man, it passes through arid places seeking rest and does not find it. Then it says, ‘I will return to the house I left.’ 11:2525 On its return, it finds the house swept clean and put in order.On its return, it finds the house swept clean and put in order. 11:2626 Then it goes and brings seven other spirits more wicked than itself, and they go in and dwell there. And the final plight of that man is worse than the first.”Then it goes and brings seven other spirits more wicked than itself, and they go in and dwell there. And the final plight of that man is worse than the first.” 11:2727 As Jesus was saying these things, a woman in the crowd raised her voice and said, “Blessed is the womb that bore You, and blessed are the breasts that nursed You!”As Jesus was saying these things, a woman in the crowd raised her voice and said, “Blessed is the womb that bore You, and blessed are the breasts that nursed You!” 11:2828 But He replied, “Blessed rather are those who hear the word of God and obey it.”But He replied, “Blessed rather are those who hear the word of God and obey it.” 11:2929 As the crowds were increasing, Jesus said, “This is a wicked generation. It demands a sign, but none will be given it except the sign of Jonah.As the crowds were increasing, Jesus said, “This is a wicked generation. It demands a sign, but none will be given it except the sign of Jonah. 11:3030 For as Jonah was a sign to the Ninevites, so the Son of Man will be a sign to this generation.For as Jonah was a sign to the Ninevites, so the Son of Man will be a sign to this generation. 11:3131 The Queen of the South will rise at the judgment with the men of this generation and condemn them; for she came from the ends of the earth to hear the wisdom of Solomon, and now One greater than Solomon is here.The Queen of the South will rise at the judgment with the men of this generation and condemn them; for she came from the ends of the earth to hear the wisdom of Solomon, and now One greater than Solomon is here. 11:3232 The men of Nineveh will stand at the judgment with this generation and condemn it; for they repented at the preaching of Jonah, and now One greater than Jonah is here.The men of Nineveh will stand at the judgment with this generation and condemn it; for they repented at the preaching of Jonah, and now One greater than Jonah is here. 11:3333 No one lights a lamp and puts it in a cellar or under a basket. Instead, he sets it on a stand, so those who enter can see the light.No one lights a lamp and puts it in a cellar or under a basket. Instead, he sets it on a stand, so those who enter can see the light. 11:3434 Your eye is the lamp of your body. When your eyes are good, your whole body also is full of light. But when they are bad, your body is full of darkness.Your eye is the lamp of your body. When your eyes are good, your whole body also is full of light. But when they are bad, your body is full of darkness. 11:3535 Be careful, then, that the light within you is not darkness.Be careful, then, that the light within you is not darkness. 11:3636 So if your whole body is full of light, with no part of it in darkness, you will be radiant, as though a lamp were shining on you.”So if your whole body is full of light, with no part of it in darkness, you will be radiant, as though a lamp were shining on you.” 11:3737 As Jesus was speaking, a Pharisee invited Him to dine with him; so He went in and reclined at the table.As Jesus was speaking, a Pharisee invited Him to dine with him; so He went in and reclined at the table. 11:3838 But the Pharisee was surprised to see that Jesus did not first wash before the meal.But the Pharisee was surprised to see that Jesus did not first wash before the meal. 11:3939 Then the Lord said, “Now you Pharisees clean the outside of the cup and dish, but inside you are full of greed and wickedness.Then the Lord said, “Now you Pharisees clean the outside of the cup and dish, but inside you are full of greed and wickedness. 11:4040 You fools! Did not the One who made the outside make the inside as well?You fools! Did not the One who made the outside make the inside as well? 11:4141 But give as alms the things that are within you, and behold, everything will be clean for you.But give as alms the things that are within you, and behold, everything will be clean for you. 11:4242 Woe to you Pharisees! For you pay tithes of mint, rue, and every herb, but you disregard justice and the love of God. You should have practiced the latter without neglecting the former.Woe to you Pharisees! For you pay tithes of mint, rue, and every herb, but you disregard justice and the love of God. You should have practiced the latter without neglecting the former. 11:4343 Woe to you Pharisees! For you love the chief seats in the synagogues and the greetings in the marketplaces.Woe to you Pharisees! For you love the chief seats in the synagogues and the greetings in the marketplaces. 11:4444 Woe to you! For you are like unmarked graves, which men walk over without even noticing.”Woe to you! For you are like unmarked graves, which men walk over without even noticing.” 11:4545 One of the experts in the law told Him, “Teacher, when You say these things, You insult us as well.”One of the experts in the law told Him, “Teacher, when You say these things, You insult us as well.” 11:4646 “Woe to you as well, experts in the law!” He replied. “For you weigh men down with heavy burdens, but you yourselves will not lift a finger to lighten their load.“Woe to you as well, experts in the law!” He replied. “For you weigh men down with heavy burdens, but you yourselves will not lift a finger to lighten their load. 11:4747 Woe to you! For you build tombs for the prophets, but it was your fathers who killed them.Woe to you! For you build tombs for the prophets, but it was your fathers who killed them. 11:4848 So you are witnesses consenting to the deeds of your fathers: They killed the prophets, and you build their tombs.So you are witnesses consenting to the deeds of your fathers: They killed the prophets, and you build their tombs. 11:4949 Because of this, the wisdom of God said, ‘I will send them prophets and apostles; some of them they will kill and others they will persecute.’Because of this, the wisdom of God said, ‘I will send them prophets and apostles; some of them they will kill and others they will persecute.’ 11:5050 As a result, this generation will be charged with the blood of all the prophets that has been shed since the foundation of the world,As a result, this generation will be charged with the blood of all the prophets that has been shed since the foundation of the world, 11:5151 from the blood of Abel to the blood of Zechariah, who was killed between the altar and the sanctuary. Yes, I tell you, all of it will be charged to this generation.from the blood of Abel to the blood of Zechariah, who was killed between the altar and the sanctuary. Yes, I tell you, all of it will be charged to this generation. 11:5252 Woe to you experts in the law! For you have taken away the key to knowledge. You yourselves have not entered, and you have hindered those who were entering.”Woe to you experts in the law! For you have taken away the key to knowledge. You yourselves have not entered, and you have hindered those who were entering.” 11:5353 As Jesus went on from there, the scribes and Pharisees began to oppose Him bitterly and to ply Him with questions about many things,As Jesus went on from there, the scribes and Pharisees began to oppose Him bitterly and to ply Him with questions about many things, 11:5454 waiting to catch Him in something He might say.waiting to catch Him in something He might say.
Luke 12
12:11 In the meantime, a crowd of many thousands had gathered, so that they were trampling one another. Jesus began to speak first to His disciples: “Beware of the leaven of the Pharisees, which is hypocrisy.In the meantime, a crowd of many thousands had gathered, so that they were trampling one another. Jesus began to speak first to His disciples: “Beware of the leaven of the Pharisees, which is hypocrisy. 12:22 There is nothing concealed that will not be disclosed, and nothing hidden that will not be made known.There is nothing concealed that will not be disclosed, and nothing hidden that will not be made known. 12:33 What you have spoken in the dark will be heard in the daylight, and what you have whispered in the inner rooms will be proclaimed from the housetops.What you have spoken in the dark will be heard in the daylight, and what you have whispered in the inner rooms will be proclaimed from the housetops. 12:44 I tell you, My friends, do not be afraid of those who kill the body and after that can do no more.I tell you, My friends, do not be afraid of those who kill the body and after that can do no more. 12:55 But I will show you whom you should fear: Fear the One who, after you have been killed, has authority to throw you into hell. Yes, I tell you, fear Him!But I will show you whom you should fear: Fear the One who, after you have been killed, has authority to throw you into hell. Yes, I tell you, fear Him! 12:66 Are not five sparrows sold for two pennies? Yet not one of them is forgotten by God.Are not five sparrows sold for two pennies? Yet not one of them is forgotten by God. 12:77 And even the very hairs of your head are all numbered. So do not be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows.And even the very hairs of your head are all numbered. So do not be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows. 12:88 I tell you, everyone who confesses Me before men, the Son of Man will also confess him before the angels of God.I tell you, everyone who confesses Me before men, the Son of Man will also confess him before the angels of God. 12:99 But whoever denies Me before men will be denied before the angels of God.But whoever denies Me before men will be denied before the angels of God. 12:1010 And everyone who speaks a word against the Son of Man will be forgiven, but whoever blasphemes against the Holy Spirit will not be forgiven.And everyone who speaks a word against the Son of Man will be forgiven, but whoever blasphemes against the Holy Spirit will not be forgiven. 12:1111 When you are brought before synagogues, rulers, and authorities, do not worry about how to defend yourselves or what to say.When you are brought before synagogues, rulers, and authorities, do not worry about how to defend yourselves or what to say. 12:1212 For at that time the Holy Spirit will teach you what you should say.”For at that time the Holy Spirit will teach you what you should say.” 12:1313 Someone in the crowd said to Him, “Teacher, tell my brother to divide the inheritance with me.”Someone in the crowd said to Him, “Teacher, tell my brother to divide the inheritance with me.” 12:1414 But Jesus replied, “Man, who appointed Me judge or executor between you?”But Jesus replied, “Man, who appointed Me judge or executor between you?” 12:1515 And He said to them, “Watch out! Guard yourselves against every form of greed, for one’s life does not consist in the abundance of his possessions.”And He said to them, “Watch out! Guard yourselves against every form of greed, for one’s life does not consist in the abundance of his possessions.” 12:1616 Then He told them a parable: “The ground of a certain rich man produced an abundance.Then He told them a parable: “The ground of a certain rich man produced an abundance. 12:1717 So he thought to himself, ‘What shall I do, since I have nowhere to store my crops?’So he thought to himself, ‘What shall I do, since I have nowhere to store my crops?’ 12:1818 Then he said, ‘This is what I will do: I will tear down my barns and will build bigger ones, and there I will store up all my grain and my goods.Then he said, ‘This is what I will do: I will tear down my barns and will build bigger ones, and there I will store up all my grain and my goods. 12:1919 Then I will say to myself, “You have plenty of good things laid up for many years. Take it easy. Eat, drink, and be merry!”’Then I will say to myself, “You have plenty of good things laid up for many years. Take it easy. Eat, drink, and be merry!”’ 12:2020 But God said to him, ‘You fool! This very night your life will be required of you. Then who will own what you have accumulated?’But God said to him, ‘You fool! This very night your life will be required of you. Then who will own what you have accumulated?’ 12:2121 This is how it will be for anyone who stores up treasure for himself but is not rich toward God.”This is how it will be for anyone who stores up treasure for himself but is not rich toward God.” 12:2222 Then Jesus said to His disciples, “Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat, or about your body, what you will wear.Then Jesus said to His disciples, “Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat, or about your body, what you will wear. 12:2323 For life is more than food, and the body more than clothes.For life is more than food, and the body more than clothes. 12:2424 Consider the ravens: They do not sow or reap, they have no storehouse or barn; yet God feeds them. How much more valuable you are than the birds!Consider the ravens: They do not sow or reap, they have no storehouse or barn; yet God feeds them. How much more valuable you are than the birds! 12:2525 Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to his life?Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to his life? 12:2626 So if you cannot do such a small thing, why do you worry about the rest?So if you cannot do such a small thing, why do you worry about the rest? 12:2727 Consider how the lilies grow: They do not labor or spin. Yet I tell you, not even Solomon in all his glory was adorned like one of these.Consider how the lilies grow: They do not labor or spin. Yet I tell you, not even Solomon in all his glory was adorned like one of these. 12:2828 If that is how God clothes the grass of the field, which is here today and tomorrow is thrown into the furnace, how much more will He clothe you, O you of little faith!If that is how God clothes the grass of the field, which is here today and tomorrow is thrown into the furnace, how much more will He clothe you, O you of little faith! 12:2929 And do not be concerned about what you will eat or drink. Do not worry about it.And do not be concerned about what you will eat or drink. Do not worry about it. 12:3030 For the Gentiles of the world strive after all these things, and your Father knows that you need them.For the Gentiles of the world strive after all these things, and your Father knows that you need them. 12:3131 But seek His kingdom, and these things will be added unto you.But seek His kingdom, and these things will be added unto you. 12:3232 Do not be afraid, little flock, for your Father is pleased to give you the kingdom.Do not be afraid, little flock, for your Father is pleased to give you the kingdom. 12:3333 Sell your possessions and give to the poor. Provide yourselves with purses that will not wear out, an inexhaustible treasure in heaven, where no thief approaches and no moth destroys.Sell your possessions and give to the poor. Provide yourselves with purses that will not wear out, an inexhaustible treasure in heaven, where no thief approaches and no moth destroys. 12:3434 For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also. 12:3535 Be dressed for service and keep your lamps burning.Be dressed for service and keep your lamps burning. 12:3636 Then you will be like servants waiting for their master to return from the wedding banquet, so that when he comes and knocks, they can open the door for him at once.Then you will be like servants waiting for their master to return from the wedding banquet, so that when he comes and knocks, they can open the door for him at once. 12:3737 Blessed are those servants whom the master finds on watch when he returns. Truly I tell you, he will dress himself to serve and will have them recline at the table, and he himself will come and wait on them.Blessed are those servants whom the master finds on watch when he returns. Truly I tell you, he will dress himself to serve and will have them recline at the table, and he himself will come and wait on them. 12:3838 Even if he comes in the second or third watch of the night and finds them alert, those servants will be blessed.Even if he comes in the second or third watch of the night and finds them alert, those servants will be blessed. 12:3939 But understand this: If the homeowner had known at what hour the thief was coming, he would not have let his house be broken into.But understand this: If the homeowner had known at what hour the thief was coming, he would not have let his house be broken into. 12:4040 You also must be ready, because the Son of Man will come at an hour you do not expect.”You also must be ready, because the Son of Man will come at an hour you do not expect.” 12:4141 “Lord,” said Peter, “are You addressing this parable to us, or to everyone else as well?”“Lord,” said Peter, “are You addressing this parable to us, or to everyone else as well?” 12:4242 And the Lord answered, “Who then is the faithful and wise manager, whom the master puts in charge of his servants to give them their portion at the proper time?And the Lord answered, “Who then is the faithful and wise manager, whom the master puts in charge of his servants to give them their portion at the proper time? 12:4343 Blessed is that servant whose master finds him doing so when he returns.Blessed is that servant whose master finds him doing so when he returns. 12:4444 Truly I tell you, he will put him in charge of all his possessions.Truly I tell you, he will put him in charge of all his possessions. 12:4545 But suppose that servant says in his heart, ‘My master will be a long time in coming,’ and he begins to beat the menservants and maidservants, and to eat and drink and get drunk.But suppose that servant says in his heart, ‘My master will be a long time in coming,’ and he begins to beat the menservants and maidservants, and to eat and drink and get drunk. 12:4646 The master of that servant will come on a day he does not expect and at an hour he does not anticipate. Then he will cut him to pieces and assign him a place with the unbelievers.The master of that servant will come on a day he does not expect and at an hour he does not anticipate. Then he will cut him to pieces and assign him a place with the unbelievers. 12:4747 That servant who knows his master’s will but does not get ready or follow his instructions will be beaten with many blows.That servant who knows his master’s will but does not get ready or follow his instructions will be beaten with many blows. 12:4848 But the one who unknowingly does things worthy of punishment will be beaten with few blows. From everyone who has been given much, much will be required; and from him who has been entrusted with much, even more will be demanded.But the one who unknowingly does things worthy of punishment will be beaten with few blows. From everyone who has been given much, much will be required; and from him who has been entrusted with much, even more will be demanded. 12:4949 I have come to ignite a fire on the earth, and how I wish it were already kindled!I have come to ignite a fire on the earth, and how I wish it were already kindled! 12:5050 But I have a baptism to undergo, and how distressed I am until it is accomplished!But I have a baptism to undergo, and how distressed I am until it is accomplished! 12:5151 Do you think that I have come to bring peace to the earth? No, I tell you, but division.Do you think that I have come to bring peace to the earth? No, I tell you, but division. 12:5252 From now on, five in one household will be divided, three against two and two against three.From now on, five in one household will be divided, three against two and two against three. 12:5353 They will be divided, father against son and son against father, mother against daughter and daughter against mother, mother-in-law against daughter-in-law and daughter-in-law against mother-in-law.”They will be divided, father against son and son against father, mother against daughter and daughter against mother, mother-in-law against daughter-in-law and daughter-in-law against mother-in-law.” 12:5454 Then Jesus said to the crowds, “As soon as you see a cloud rising in the west, you say, ‘A shower is coming,’ and that is what happens.Then Jesus said to the crowds, “As soon as you see a cloud rising in the west, you say, ‘A shower is coming,’ and that is what happens. 12:5555 And when the south wind blows, you say, ‘It will be hot,’ and it is.And when the south wind blows, you say, ‘It will be hot,’ and it is. 12:5656 You hypocrites! You know how to interpret the appearance of the earth and sky. Why don’t you know how to interpret the present time?You hypocrites! You know how to interpret the appearance of the earth and sky. Why don’t you know how to interpret the present time? 12:5757 And why don’t you judge for yourselves what is right?And why don’t you judge for yourselves what is right? 12:5858 Make every effort to reconcile with your adversary while you are on your way to the magistrate. Otherwise, he may drag you off to the judge, and the judge may hand you over to the officer, and the officer may throw you into prison.Make every effort to reconcile with your adversary while you are on your way to the magistrate. Otherwise, he may drag you off to the judge, and the judge may hand you over to the officer, and the officer may throw you into prison. 12:5959 I tell you, you will not get out until you have paid the very last penny.”I tell you, you will not get out until you have paid the very last penny.”
Luke 13
13:11 At that time some of those present told Jesus about the Galileans whose blood Pilate had mixed with their sacrifices.At that time some of those present told Jesus about the Galileans whose blood Pilate had mixed with their sacrifices. 13:22 To this He replied, “Do you think that these Galileans were worse sinners than all the other Galileans, because they suffered this way?To this He replied, “Do you think that these Galileans were worse sinners than all the other Galileans, because they suffered this way? 13:33 No, I tell you. But unless you repent, you too will all perish.No, I tell you. But unless you repent, you too will all perish. 13:44 Or those eighteen who were killed when the tower of Siloam collapsed on them: Do you think that they were more sinful than all the others living in Jerusalem?Or those eighteen who were killed when the tower of Siloam collapsed on them: Do you think that they were more sinful than all the others living in Jerusalem? 13:55 No, I tell you. But unless you repent, you too will all perish.”No, I tell you. But unless you repent, you too will all perish.” 13:66 Then Jesus told this parable: “A man had a fig tree that was planted in his vineyard. He went to look for fruit on it but did not find any.Then Jesus told this parable: “A man had a fig tree that was planted in his vineyard. He went to look for fruit on it but did not find any. 13:77 So he said to the keeper of the vineyard, ‘Look, for the past three years I have come to search for fruit on this fig tree and haven’t found any. Therefore cut it down! Why should it use up the soil?’So he said to the keeper of the vineyard, ‘Look, for the past three years I have come to search for fruit on this fig tree and haven’t found any. Therefore cut it down! Why should it use up the soil?’ 13:88 ‘Sir,’ the man replied, ‘leave it alone again this year, until I dig around it and fertilize it.‘Sir,’ the man replied, ‘leave it alone again this year, until I dig around it and fertilize it. 13:99 If it bears fruit next year, fine. But if not, you can cut it down.’”If it bears fruit next year, fine. But if not, you can cut it down.’” 13:1010 One Sabbath Jesus was teaching in one of the synagogues,One Sabbath Jesus was teaching in one of the synagogues, 13:1111 and a woman there had been disabled by a spirit for eighteen years. She was hunched over and could not stand up straight.and a woman there had been disabled by a spirit for eighteen years. She was hunched over and could not stand up straight. 13:1212 When Jesus saw her, He called her over and said, “Woman, you are set free from your disability.”When Jesus saw her, He called her over and said, “Woman, you are set free from your disability.” 13:1313 Then He placed His hands on her, and immediately she straightened up and began to glorify God.Then He placed His hands on her, and immediately she straightened up and began to glorify God. 13:1414 But the synagogue leader was indignant that Jesus had healed on the Sabbath. “There are six days for work,” he told the crowd. “So come and be healed on those days and not on the Sabbath.”But the synagogue leader was indignant that Jesus had healed on the Sabbath. “There are six days for work,” he told the crowd. “So come and be healed on those days and not on the Sabbath.” 13:1515 “You hypocrites!” the Lord replied. “Does not each of you on the Sabbath untie his ox or donkey from the stall and lead it to water?“You hypocrites!” the Lord replied. “Does not each of you on the Sabbath untie his ox or donkey from the stall and lead it to water? 13:1616 Then should not this daughter of Abraham, whom Satan has kept bound for eighteen long years, be released from her bondage on the Sabbath day?”Then should not this daughter of Abraham, whom Satan has kept bound for eighteen long years, be released from her bondage on the Sabbath day?” 13:1717 When Jesus said this, all His adversaries were humiliated. And the whole crowd rejoiced at all the glorious things He was doing.When Jesus said this, all His adversaries were humiliated. And the whole crowd rejoiced at all the glorious things He was doing. 13:1818 Then Jesus asked, “What is the kingdom of God like? To what can I compare it?Then Jesus asked, “What is the kingdom of God like? To what can I compare it? 13:1919 It is like a mustard seed that a man tossed into his garden. It grew and became a tree, and the birds of the air nested in its branches.”It is like a mustard seed that a man tossed into his garden. It grew and became a tree, and the birds of the air nested in its branches.” 13:2020 Again He asked, “To what can I compare the kingdom of God?Again He asked, “To what can I compare the kingdom of God? 13:2121 It is like leaven that a woman took and mixed into three measures of flour, until all of it was leavened.”It is like leaven that a woman took and mixed into three measures of flour, until all of it was leavened.” 13:2222 Then Jesus traveled throughout the towns and villages, teaching as He made His way toward Jerusalem.Then Jesus traveled throughout the towns and villages, teaching as He made His way toward Jerusalem. 13:2323 “Lord,” someone asked Him, “will only a few people be saved?” Jesus answered,“Lord,” someone asked Him, “will only a few people be saved?” Jesus answered, 13:2424 “Make every effort to enter through the narrow door. For many, I tell you, will try to enter and will not be able.“Make every effort to enter through the narrow door. For many, I tell you, will try to enter and will not be able. 13:2525 After the master of the house gets up and shuts the door, you will stand outside knocking and saying, ‘Lord, open the door for us.’ But he will reply, ‘I do not know where you are from.’After the master of the house gets up and shuts the door, you will stand outside knocking and saying, ‘Lord, open the door for us.’ But he will reply, ‘I do not know where you are from.’ 13:2626 Then you will say, ‘We ate and drank with you, and you taught in our streets.’Then you will say, ‘We ate and drank with you, and you taught in our streets.’ 13:2727 And he will answer, ‘I tell you, I do not know where you are from. Depart from me, all you evildoers.’And he will answer, ‘I tell you, I do not know where you are from. Depart from me, all you evildoers.’ 13:2828 There will be weeping and gnashing of teeth when you see Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and all the prophets in the kingdom of God, but you yourselves are thrown out.There will be weeping and gnashing of teeth when you see Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and all the prophets in the kingdom of God, but you yourselves are thrown out. 13:2929 People will come from east and west and north and south, and will recline at the table in the kingdom of God.People will come from east and west and north and south, and will recline at the table in the kingdom of God. 13:3030 And indeed, some who are last will be first, and some who are first will be last.”And indeed, some who are last will be first, and some who are first will be last.” 13:3131 At that very hour, some Pharisees came to Jesus and told Him, “Leave this place and get away, because Herod wants to kill You.”At that very hour, some Pharisees came to Jesus and told Him, “Leave this place and get away, because Herod wants to kill You.” 13:3232 But Jesus replied, “Go tell that fox, ‘Look, I will keep driving out demons and healing people today and tomorrow, and on the third day I will reach My goal.’But Jesus replied, “Go tell that fox, ‘Look, I will keep driving out demons and healing people today and tomorrow, and on the third day I will reach My goal.’ 13:3333 Nevertheless, I must keep going today and tomorrow and the next day, for it is not admissible for a prophet to perish outside of Jerusalem.Nevertheless, I must keep going today and tomorrow and the next day, for it is not admissible for a prophet to perish outside of Jerusalem. 13:3434 O Jerusalem, Jerusalem, who kills the prophets and stones those sent to her, how often I have longed to gather your children together as a hen gathers her chicks under her wings, but you were unwilling!O Jerusalem, Jerusalem, who kills the prophets and stones those sent to her, how often I have longed to gather your children together as a hen gathers her chicks under her wings, but you were unwilling! 13:3535 Look, your house is left to you desolate. And I tell you that you will not see Me again until you say, ‘Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord.’”Look, your house is left to you desolate. And I tell you that you will not see Me again until you say, ‘Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord.’”
Luke 14
14:11 One Sabbath, Jesus went to eat in the home of a leading Pharisee, and those in attendance were watching Him closely.One Sabbath, Jesus went to eat in the home of a leading Pharisee, and those in attendance were watching Him closely. 14:22 Right there before Him was a man with dropsy.Right there before Him was a man with dropsy. 14:33 So Jesus asked the experts in the law and the Pharisees, “Is it lawful to heal on the Sabbath or not?”So Jesus asked the experts in the law and the Pharisees, “Is it lawful to heal on the Sabbath or not?” 14:44 But they remained silent. Then Jesus took hold of the man, healed him, and sent him on his way.But they remained silent. Then Jesus took hold of the man, healed him, and sent him on his way. 14:55 And He asked them, “Which of you whose son or ox falls into a pit on the Sabbath day will not immediately pull him out?”And He asked them, “Which of you whose son or ox falls into a pit on the Sabbath day will not immediately pull him out?” 14:66 And they were unable to answer these questions.And they were unable to answer these questions. 14:77 When Jesus noticed how the guests chose the places of honor, He told them a parable:When Jesus noticed how the guests chose the places of honor, He told them a parable: 14:88 “When you are invited to a wedding banquet, do not sit in the place of honor, in case someone more distinguished than you has been invited.“When you are invited to a wedding banquet, do not sit in the place of honor, in case someone more distinguished than you has been invited. 14:99 Then the host who invited both of you will come and tell you, ‘Give this man your seat.’ And in humiliation, you will have to take the last place.Then the host who invited both of you will come and tell you, ‘Give this man your seat.’ And in humiliation, you will have to take the last place. 14:1010 But when you are invited, go and sit in the last place, so that your host will come and tell you, ‘Friend, move up to a better place.’ Then you will be honored in front of everyone at the table with you.But when you are invited, go and sit in the last place, so that your host will come and tell you, ‘Friend, move up to a better place.’ Then you will be honored in front of everyone at the table with you. 14:1111 For everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, and the one who humbles himself will be exalted.”For everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, and the one who humbles himself will be exalted.” 14:1212 Then Jesus said to the man who had invited Him, “When you host a dinner or a banquet, do not invite your friends or brothers or relatives or rich neighbors. Otherwise, they may invite you in return, and you will be repaid.Then Jesus said to the man who had invited Him, “When you host a dinner or a banquet, do not invite your friends or brothers or relatives or rich neighbors. Otherwise, they may invite you in return, and you will be repaid. 14:1313 But when you host a banquet, invite the poor, the crippled, the lame, and the blind,But when you host a banquet, invite the poor, the crippled, the lame, and the blind, 14:1414 and you will be blessed. Since they cannot repay you, you will be repaid at the resurrection of the righteous.”and you will be blessed. Since they cannot repay you, you will be repaid at the resurrection of the righteous.” 14:1515 When one of those reclining with Him heard this, he said to Jesus, “Blessed is everyone who will eat at the feast in the kingdom of God.”When one of those reclining with Him heard this, he said to Jesus, “Blessed is everyone who will eat at the feast in the kingdom of God.” 14:1616 But Jesus replied, “A certain man prepared a great banquet and invited many guests.But Jesus replied, “A certain man prepared a great banquet and invited many guests. 14:1717 When it was time for the banquet, he sent his servant to tell those who had been invited, ‘Come, for everything is now ready.’When it was time for the banquet, he sent his servant to tell those who had been invited, ‘Come, for everything is now ready.’ 14:1818 But one after another they all began to make excuses. The first one said, ‘I have bought a field, and I need to go see it. Please excuse me.’But one after another they all began to make excuses. The first one said, ‘I have bought a field, and I need to go see it. Please excuse me.’ 14:1919 Another said, ‘I have bought five yoke of oxen, and I am going to try them out. Please excuse me.’Another said, ‘I have bought five yoke of oxen, and I am going to try them out. Please excuse me.’ 14:2020 Still another said, ‘I have married a wife, so I cannot come.’Still another said, ‘I have married a wife, so I cannot come.’ 14:2121 The servant returned and reported all this to his master. Then the owner of the house became angry and said to his servant, ‘Go out quickly into the streets and alleys of the city, and bring in the poor, the crippled, the blind, and the lame.’The servant returned and reported all this to his master. Then the owner of the house became angry and said to his servant, ‘Go out quickly into the streets and alleys of the city, and bring in the poor, the crippled, the blind, and the lame.’ 14:2222 ‘Sir,’ the servant replied, ‘what you ordered has been done, and there is still room.’‘Sir,’ the servant replied, ‘what you ordered has been done, and there is still room.’ 14:2323 So the master told his servant, ‘Go out to the highways and hedges and compel them to come in, so that my house will be full.So the master told his servant, ‘Go out to the highways and hedges and compel them to come in, so that my house will be full. 14:2424 For I tell you, not one of those men who were invited will taste my banquet.’”For I tell you, not one of those men who were invited will taste my banquet.’” 14:2525 Now large crowds were traveling with Jesus, and He turned and said to them,Now large crowds were traveling with Jesus, and He turned and said to them, 14:2626 “If anyone comes to Me and does not hate his father and mother and wife and children and brothers and sisters—yes, even his own life—he cannot be My disciple.“If anyone comes to Me and does not hate his father and mother and wife and children and brothers and sisters—yes, even his own life—he cannot be My disciple. 14:2727 And whoever does not carry his cross and follow Me cannot be My disciple.And whoever does not carry his cross and follow Me cannot be My disciple. 14:2828 Which of you, wishing to build a tower, does not first sit down and count the cost to see if he has the resources to complete it?Which of you, wishing to build a tower, does not first sit down and count the cost to see if he has the resources to complete it? 14:2929 Otherwise, if he lays the foundation and is unable to finish the work, everyone who sees it will ridicule him,Otherwise, if he lays the foundation and is unable to finish the work, everyone who sees it will ridicule him, 14:3030 saying, ‘This man could not finish what he started to build.’saying, ‘This man could not finish what he started to build.’ 14:3131 Or what king on his way to war with another king will not first sit down and consider whether he can engage with ten thousand men the one coming against him with twenty thousand?Or what king on his way to war with another king will not first sit down and consider whether he can engage with ten thousand men the one coming against him with twenty thousand? 14:3232 And if he is unable, he will send a delegation while the other king is still far off, to ask for terms of peace.And if he is unable, he will send a delegation while the other king is still far off, to ask for terms of peace. 14:3333 In the same way, any one of you who does not give up everything he has cannot be My disciple.In the same way, any one of you who does not give up everything he has cannot be My disciple. 14:3434 Salt is good, but if the salt loses its savor, with what will it be seasoned?Salt is good, but if the salt loses its savor, with what will it be seasoned? 14:3535 It is fit neither for the soil nor for the manure pile, and it is thrown out. He who has ears to hear, let him hear.”It is fit neither for the soil nor for the manure pile, and it is thrown out. He who has ears to hear, let him hear.”
Luke 15
15:11 Now all the tax collectors and sinners were gathering around to listen to Jesus.Now all the tax collectors and sinners were gathering around to listen to Jesus. 15:22 So the Pharisees and scribes began to grumble: “This man welcomes sinners and eats with them.”So the Pharisees and scribes began to grumble: “This man welcomes sinners and eats with them.” 15:33 Then Jesus told them this parable:Then Jesus told them this parable: 15:44 “What man among you, if he has a hundred sheep and loses one of them, does not leave the ninety-nine in the pasture and go after the one that is lost, until he finds it?“What man among you, if he has a hundred sheep and loses one of them, does not leave the ninety-nine in the pasture and go after the one that is lost, until he finds it? 15:55 And when he finds it, he joyfully puts it on his shoulders,And when he finds it, he joyfully puts it on his shoulders, 15:66 comes home, and calls together his friends and neighbors to tell them, ‘Rejoice with me, for I have found my lost sheep!’comes home, and calls together his friends and neighbors to tell them, ‘Rejoice with me, for I have found my lost sheep!’ 15:77 I tell you that in the same way there will be more joy in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine righteous ones who do not need to repent.I tell you that in the same way there will be more joy in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine righteous ones who do not need to repent. 15:88 Or what woman who has ten silver coins and loses one of them does not light a lamp, sweep her house, and search carefully until she finds it?Or what woman who has ten silver coins and loses one of them does not light a lamp, sweep her house, and search carefully until she finds it? 15:99 And when she finds it, she calls together her friends and neighbors to say, ‘Rejoice with me, for I have found my lost coin.’And when she finds it, she calls together her friends and neighbors to say, ‘Rejoice with me, for I have found my lost coin.’ 15:1010 In the same way, I tell you, there is joy in the presence of God’s angels over one sinner who repents.”In the same way, I tell you, there is joy in the presence of God’s angels over one sinner who repents.” 15:1111 Then Jesus said, “There was a man who had two sons.Then Jesus said, “There was a man who had two sons. 15:1212 The younger son said to him, ‘Father, give me my share of the estate.’ So he divided his property between them.The younger son said to him, ‘Father, give me my share of the estate.’ So he divided his property between them. 15:1313 After a few days, the younger son got everything together and journeyed to a distant country, where he squandered his wealth in wild living.After a few days, the younger son got everything together and journeyed to a distant country, where he squandered his wealth in wild living. 15:1414 After he had spent all he had, a severe famine swept through that country, and he began to be in need.After he had spent all he had, a severe famine swept through that country, and he began to be in need. 15:1515 So he went and hired himself out to a citizen of that country, who sent him into his fields to feed the pigs.So he went and hired himself out to a citizen of that country, who sent him into his fields to feed the pigs. 15:1616 He longed to fill his belly with the pods the pigs were eating, but no one would give him a thing.He longed to fill his belly with the pods the pigs were eating, but no one would give him a thing. 15:1717 Finally he came to his senses and said, ‘How many of my father’s hired servants have plenty of food, but here I am, starving to death!Finally he came to his senses and said, ‘How many of my father’s hired servants have plenty of food, but here I am, starving to death! 15:1818 I will get up and go back to my father and say to him, “Father, I have sinned against heaven and against you.I will get up and go back to my father and say to him, “Father, I have sinned against heaven and against you. 15:1919 I am no longer worthy to be called your son. Make me like one of your hired servants.”’I am no longer worthy to be called your son. Make me like one of your hired servants.”’ 15:2020 So he got up and went to his father. But while he was still in the distance, his father saw him and was filled with compassion. He ran to his son, embraced him, and kissed him.So he got up and went to his father. But while he was still in the distance, his father saw him and was filled with compassion. He ran to his son, embraced him, and kissed him. 15:2121 The son declared, ‘Father, I have sinned against heaven and against you. I am no longer worthy to be called your son.’The son declared, ‘Father, I have sinned against heaven and against you. I am no longer worthy to be called your son.’ 15:2222 But the father said to his servants, ‘Quick! Bring the best robe and put it on him. Put a ring on his finger and sandals on his feet.But the father said to his servants, ‘Quick! Bring the best robe and put it on him. Put a ring on his finger and sandals on his feet. 15:2323 Bring the fattened calf and kill it. Let us feast and celebrate.Bring the fattened calf and kill it. Let us feast and celebrate. 15:2424 For this son of mine was dead and is alive again! He was lost and is found!’ So they began to celebrate.For this son of mine was dead and is alive again! He was lost and is found!’ So they began to celebrate. 15:2525 Meanwhile the older son was in the field, and as he approached the house, he heard music and dancing.Meanwhile the older son was in the field, and as he approached the house, he heard music and dancing. 15:2626 So he called one of the servants and asked what was going on.So he called one of the servants and asked what was going on. 15:2727 ‘Your brother has returned,’ he said, ‘and your father has killed the fattened calf, because he has him back safe and sound.’‘Your brother has returned,’ he said, ‘and your father has killed the fattened calf, because he has him back safe and sound.’ 15:2828 The older son became angry and refused to go in. So his father came out and pleaded with him.The older son became angry and refused to go in. So his father came out and pleaded with him. 15:2929 But he answered his father, ‘Look, all these years I have served you and never disobeyed a commandment of yours. Yet you never gave me even a young goat so I could celebrate with my friends.But he answered his father, ‘Look, all these years I have served you and never disobeyed a commandment of yours. Yet you never gave me even a young goat so I could celebrate with my friends. 15:3030 But when this son of yours returns from squandering your wealth with prostitutes, you kill the fattened calf for him!’But when this son of yours returns from squandering your wealth with prostitutes, you kill the fattened calf for him!’ 15:3131 ‘Son, you are always with me,’ the father said, ‘and all that is mine is yours.‘Son, you are always with me,’ the father said, ‘and all that is mine is yours. 15:3232 But it was fitting to celebrate and be glad, because this brother of yours was dead and is alive again; he was lost and is found.’”But it was fitting to celebrate and be glad, because this brother of yours was dead and is alive again; he was lost and is found.’”
Luke 16
16:11 Jesus also said to His disciples, “There was a rich man whose manager was accused of wasting his possessions.Jesus also said to His disciples, “There was a rich man whose manager was accused of wasting his possessions. 16:22 So he called him in to ask, ‘What is this I hear about you? Turn in an account of your management, for you cannot be manager any longer.’So he called him in to ask, ‘What is this I hear about you? Turn in an account of your management, for you cannot be manager any longer.’ 16:33 The manager said to himself, ‘What shall I do, now that my master is taking away my position? I am too weak to dig and too ashamed to beg.The manager said to himself, ‘What shall I do, now that my master is taking away my position? I am too weak to dig and too ashamed to beg. 16:44 I know what I will do so that after my removal from management, people will welcome me into their homes.’I know what I will do so that after my removal from management, people will welcome me into their homes.’ 16:55 And he called in each one of his master’s debtors. ‘How much do you owe my master?’ he asked the first.And he called in each one of his master’s debtors. ‘How much do you owe my master?’ he asked the first. 16:66 ‘A hundred measures of olive oil,’ he answered. ‘Take your bill,’ said the manager, ‘sit down quickly, and write fifty.’‘A hundred measures of olive oil,’ he answered. ‘Take your bill,’ said the manager, ‘sit down quickly, and write fifty.’ 16:77 Then he asked another, ‘And how much do you owe?’ ‘A hundred measures of wheat,’ he replied. ‘Take your bill and write eighty,’ he told him.Then he asked another, ‘And how much do you owe?’ ‘A hundred measures of wheat,’ he replied. ‘Take your bill and write eighty,’ he told him. 16:88 The master commended the dishonest manager because he had acted shrewdly. For the sons of this age are more shrewd in dealing with their own kind than are the sons of light.The master commended the dishonest manager because he had acted shrewdly. For the sons of this age are more shrewd in dealing with their own kind than are the sons of light. 16:99 I tell you, use worldly wealth to make friends for yourselves so that when it is gone, they will welcome you into eternal dwellings.I tell you, use worldly wealth to make friends for yourselves so that when it is gone, they will welcome you into eternal dwellings. 16:1010 Whoever is faithful with very little will also be faithful with much, and whoever is dishonest with very little will also be dishonest with much.Whoever is faithful with very little will also be faithful with much, and whoever is dishonest with very little will also be dishonest with much. 16:1111 So if you have not been faithful with worldly wealth, who will entrust you with true riches?So if you have not been faithful with worldly wealth, who will entrust you with true riches? 16:1212 And if you have not been faithful with the belongings of another, who will give you belongings of your own?And if you have not been faithful with the belongings of another, who will give you belongings of your own? 16:1313 No servant can serve two masters. Either he will hate the one and love the other, or he will be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve both God and money.”No servant can serve two masters. Either he will hate the one and love the other, or he will be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve both God and money.” 16:1414 The Pharisees, who were lovers of money, heard all of this and were scoffing at Jesus.The Pharisees, who were lovers of money, heard all of this and were scoffing at Jesus. 16:1515 So He said to them, “You are the ones who justify yourselves before men, but God knows your hearts. For what is prized among men is detestable before God.So He said to them, “You are the ones who justify yourselves before men, but God knows your hearts. For what is prized among men is detestable before God. 16:1616 The Law and the Prophets were proclaimed until John. Since that time, the gospel of the kingdom of God is being preached, and everyone is forcing his way into it.The Law and the Prophets were proclaimed until John. Since that time, the gospel of the kingdom of God is being preached, and everyone is forcing his way into it. 16:1717 But it is easier for heaven and earth to pass away than for a single stroke of a pen to drop out of the Law.But it is easier for heaven and earth to pass away than for a single stroke of a pen to drop out of the Law. 16:1818 Anyone who divorces his wife and marries another woman commits adultery, and he who marries a divorced woman commits adultery.Anyone who divorces his wife and marries another woman commits adultery, and he who marries a divorced woman commits adultery. 16:1919 Now there was a rich man dressed in purple and fine linen, who lived each day in joyous splendor.Now there was a rich man dressed in purple and fine linen, who lived each day in joyous splendor. 16:2020 And a beggar named Lazarus lay at his gate, covered with soresAnd a beggar named Lazarus lay at his gate, covered with sores 16:2121 and longing to be fed with the crumbs that fell from the rich man’s table. Even the dogs came and licked his sores.and longing to be fed with the crumbs that fell from the rich man’s table. Even the dogs came and licked his sores. 16:2222 One day the beggar died and was carried by the angels to Abraham’s side. And the rich man also died and was buried.One day the beggar died and was carried by the angels to Abraham’s side. And the rich man also died and was buried. 16:2323 In Hades, where he was in torment, he looked up and saw Abraham from afar, with Lazarus by his side.In Hades, where he was in torment, he looked up and saw Abraham from afar, with Lazarus by his side. 16:2424 So he cried out, ‘Father Abraham, have mercy on me and send Lazarus to dip the tip of his finger in water and cool my tongue. For I am in agony in this fire.’So he cried out, ‘Father Abraham, have mercy on me and send Lazarus to dip the tip of his finger in water and cool my tongue. For I am in agony in this fire.’ 16:2525 But Abraham answered, ‘Child, remember that during your lifetime you received your good things, while Lazarus received bad things. But now he is comforted here, while you are in agony.But Abraham answered, ‘Child, remember that during your lifetime you received your good things, while Lazarus received bad things. But now he is comforted here, while you are in agony. 16:2626 And besides all this, a great chasm has been fixed between us and you, so that even those who wish cannot cross from here to you, nor can anyone cross from there to us.’And besides all this, a great chasm has been fixed between us and you, so that even those who wish cannot cross from here to you, nor can anyone cross from there to us.’ 16:2727 ‘Then I beg you, father,’ he said, ‘send Lazarus to my father’s house,‘Then I beg you, father,’ he said, ‘send Lazarus to my father’s house, 16:2828 for I have five brothers. Let him warn them, so that they will not also end up in this place of torment.’for I have five brothers. Let him warn them, so that they will not also end up in this place of torment.’ 16:2929 But Abraham replied, ‘They have Moses and the Prophets; let your brothers listen to them.’But Abraham replied, ‘They have Moses and the Prophets; let your brothers listen to them.’ 16:3030 ‘No, father Abraham,’ he said, ‘but if someone is sent to them from the dead, they will repent.’‘No, father Abraham,’ he said, ‘but if someone is sent to them from the dead, they will repent.’ 16:3131 Then Abraham said to him, ‘If they do not listen to Moses and the Prophets, they will not be persuaded even if someone rises from the dead.’”Then Abraham said to him, ‘If they do not listen to Moses and the Prophets, they will not be persuaded even if someone rises from the dead.’”
Luke 17
17:11 Jesus said to His disciples, “It is inevitable that stumbling blocks will come, but woe to the one through whom they come!Jesus said to His disciples, “It is inevitable that stumbling blocks will come, but woe to the one through whom they come! 17:22 It would be better for him to have a millstone hung around his neck and to be thrown into the sea than to cause one of these little ones to stumble.It would be better for him to have a millstone hung around his neck and to be thrown into the sea than to cause one of these little ones to stumble. 17:33 Watch yourselves. If your brother sins, rebuke him; and if he repents, forgive him.Watch yourselves. If your brother sins, rebuke him; and if he repents, forgive him. 17:44 Even if he sins against you seven times in a day, and seven times returns to say, ‘I repent,’ you must forgive him.”Even if he sins against you seven times in a day, and seven times returns to say, ‘I repent,’ you must forgive him.” 17:55 The apostles said to the Lord, “Increase our faith!”The apostles said to the Lord, “Increase our faith!” 17:66 And the Lord answered, “If you have faith the size of a mustard seed, you can say to this mulberry tree, ‘Be uprooted and planted in the sea,’ and it will obey you.And the Lord answered, “If you have faith the size of a mustard seed, you can say to this mulberry tree, ‘Be uprooted and planted in the sea,’ and it will obey you. 17:77 Which of you whose servant comes in from plowing or shepherding in the field will say to him, ‘Come at once and sit down to eat’?Which of you whose servant comes in from plowing or shepherding in the field will say to him, ‘Come at once and sit down to eat’? 17:88 Instead, won’t he tell him, ‘Prepare my meal and dress yourself to serve me while I eat and drink, and afterward you may eat and drink’?Instead, won’t he tell him, ‘Prepare my meal and dress yourself to serve me while I eat and drink, and afterward you may eat and drink’? 17:99 Does he thank the servant because he did what he was told?Does he thank the servant because he did what he was told? 17:1010 So you also, when you have done everything commanded of you, should say, ‘We are unworthy servants; we have only done our duty.’”So you also, when you have done everything commanded of you, should say, ‘We are unworthy servants; we have only done our duty.’” 17:1111 While Jesus was on His way to Jerusalem, He was passing between Samaria and Galilee.While Jesus was on His way to Jerusalem, He was passing between Samaria and Galilee. 17:1212 As He entered one of the villages, He was met by ten lepers. They stood at a distanceAs He entered one of the villages, He was met by ten lepers. They stood at a distance 17:1313 and raised their voices, shouting, “Jesus, Master, have mercy on us!”and raised their voices, shouting, “Jesus, Master, have mercy on us!” 17:1414 When Jesus saw them, He said, “Go, show yourselves to the priests.” And as they were on their way, they were cleansed.When Jesus saw them, He said, “Go, show yourselves to the priests.” And as they were on their way, they were cleansed. 17:1515 When one of them saw that he was healed, he came back, praising God in a loud voice.When one of them saw that he was healed, he came back, praising God in a loud voice. 17:1616 He fell facedown at Jesus’ feet in thanksgiving to Him—and he was a Samaritan.He fell facedown at Jesus’ feet in thanksgiving to Him—and he was a Samaritan. 17:1717 “Were not all ten cleansed?” Jesus asked. “Where then are the other nine?“Were not all ten cleansed?” Jesus asked. “Where then are the other nine? 17:1818 Was no one found except this foreigner to return and give glory to God?”Was no one found except this foreigner to return and give glory to God?” 17:1919 Then Jesus said to him, “Rise and go; your faith has made you well!”Then Jesus said to him, “Rise and go; your faith has made you well!” 17:2020 When asked by the Pharisees when the kingdom of God would come, Jesus replied, “The kingdom of God will not come with observable signs.When asked by the Pharisees when the kingdom of God would come, Jesus replied, “The kingdom of God will not come with observable signs. 17:2121 Nor will people say, ‘Look, here it is,’ or ‘There it is.’ For you see, the kingdom of God is in your midst.”Nor will people say, ‘Look, here it is,’ or ‘There it is.’ For you see, the kingdom of God is in your midst.” 17:2222 Then He said to the disciples, “The time is coming when you will long to see one of the days of the Son of Man, but you will not see it.Then He said to the disciples, “The time is coming when you will long to see one of the days of the Son of Man, but you will not see it. 17:2323 People will tell you, ‘Look, there He is!’ or ‘Look, here He is!’ Do not go out or chase after them.People will tell you, ‘Look, there He is!’ or ‘Look, here He is!’ Do not go out or chase after them. 17:2424 For just as the lightning flashes and lights up the sky from one end to the other, so will be the Son of Man in His day.For just as the lightning flashes and lights up the sky from one end to the other, so will be the Son of Man in His day. 17:2525 But first He must suffer many things and be rejected by this generation.But first He must suffer many things and be rejected by this generation. 17:2626 Just as it was in the days of Noah, so also will it be in the days of the Son of Man:Just as it was in the days of Noah, so also will it be in the days of the Son of Man: 17:2727 People were eating and drinking, marrying and being given in marriage, up to the day Noah entered the ark. Then the flood came and destroyed them all.People were eating and drinking, marrying and being given in marriage, up to the day Noah entered the ark. Then the flood came and destroyed them all. 17:2828 It was the same in the days of Lot: People were eating and drinking, buying and selling, planting and building.It was the same in the days of Lot: People were eating and drinking, buying and selling, planting and building. 17:2929 But on the day Lot left Sodom, fire and sulfur rained down from heaven and destroyed them all.But on the day Lot left Sodom, fire and sulfur rained down from heaven and destroyed them all. 17:3030 It will be just like that on the day the Son of Man is revealed.It will be just like that on the day the Son of Man is revealed. 17:3131 On that day, let no one on the housetop come down to retrieve his possessions. Likewise, let no one in the field return for anything he has left behind.On that day, let no one on the housetop come down to retrieve his possessions. Likewise, let no one in the field return for anything he has left behind. 17:3232 Remember Lot’s wife!Remember Lot’s wife! 17:3333 Whoever tries to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life will preserve it.Whoever tries to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life will preserve it. 17:3434 I tell you, on that night two people will be in one bed: one will be taken and the other left.I tell you, on that night two people will be in one bed: one will be taken and the other left. 17:3535 Two women will be grinding grain together: one will be taken and the other left.”Two women will be grinding grain together: one will be taken and the other left.” 17:3636 17:3737 “Where, Lord?” they asked. Jesus answered, “Wherever there is a carcass, there the vultures will gather.”“Where, Lord?” they asked. Jesus answered, “Wherever there is a carcass, there the vultures will gather.”
Luke 18
18:11 Then Jesus told them a parable about their need to pray at all times and not lose heart:Then Jesus told them a parable about their need to pray at all times and not lose heart: 18:22 “In a certain town there was a judge who neither feared God nor respected men.“In a certain town there was a judge who neither feared God nor respected men. 18:33 And there was a widow in that town who kept appealing to him, ‘Give me justice against my adversary.’And there was a widow in that town who kept appealing to him, ‘Give me justice against my adversary.’ 18:44 For a while he refused, but later he said to himself, ‘Though I neither fear God nor respect men,For a while he refused, but later he said to himself, ‘Though I neither fear God nor respect men, 18:55 yet because this widow keeps pestering me, I will give her justice. Otherwise, she will wear me out with her perpetual requests.’”yet because this widow keeps pestering me, I will give her justice. Otherwise, she will wear me out with her perpetual requests.’” 18:66 And the Lord said, “Listen to the words of the unjust judge.And the Lord said, “Listen to the words of the unjust judge. 18:77 Will not God bring about justice for His elect who cry out to Him day and night? Will He delay in helping them?Will not God bring about justice for His elect who cry out to Him day and night? Will He delay in helping them? 18:88 I tell you, He will promptly carry out justice on their behalf. Nevertheless, when the Son of Man comes, will He find faith on earth?”I tell you, He will promptly carry out justice on their behalf. Nevertheless, when the Son of Man comes, will He find faith on earth?” 18:99 To some who trusted in their own righteousness and viewed others with contempt, He also told this parable:To some who trusted in their own righteousness and viewed others with contempt, He also told this parable: 18:1010 “Two men went up to the temple to pray. One was a Pharisee and the other a tax collector.“Two men went up to the temple to pray. One was a Pharisee and the other a tax collector. 18:1111 The Pharisee stood by himself and prayed, ‘God, I thank You that I am not like other men—swindlers, evildoers, adulterers—or even like this tax collector.The Pharisee stood by himself and prayed, ‘God, I thank You that I am not like other men—swindlers, evildoers, adulterers—or even like this tax collector. 18:1212 I fast twice a week and pay tithes of all that I acquire.’I fast twice a week and pay tithes of all that I acquire.’ 18:1313 But the tax collector stood at a distance, unwilling even to lift up his eyes to heaven. Instead, he beat his breast and said, ‘God, have mercy on me, a sinner!’But the tax collector stood at a distance, unwilling even to lift up his eyes to heaven. Instead, he beat his breast and said, ‘God, have mercy on me, a sinner!’ 18:1414 I tell you, this man, rather than the Pharisee, went home justified. For everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, but the one who humbles himself will be exalted.”I tell you, this man, rather than the Pharisee, went home justified. For everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, but the one who humbles himself will be exalted.” 18:1515 Now people were even bringing their babies to Jesus for Him to place His hands on them. And when the disciples saw this, they rebuked those who brought them.Now people were even bringing their babies to Jesus for Him to place His hands on them. And when the disciples saw this, they rebuked those who brought them. 18:1616 But Jesus called the children to Him and said, “Let the little children come to Me, and do not hinder them! For the kingdom of God belongs to such as these.But Jesus called the children to Him and said, “Let the little children come to Me, and do not hinder them! For the kingdom of God belongs to such as these. 18:1717 Truly I tell you, anyone who does not receive the kingdom of God like a little child will never enter it.”Truly I tell you, anyone who does not receive the kingdom of God like a little child will never enter it.” 18:1818 Then a certain ruler asked Him, “Good Teacher, what must I do to inherit eternal life?”Then a certain ruler asked Him, “Good Teacher, what must I do to inherit eternal life?” 18:1919 “Why do you call Me good?” Jesus replied. “No one is good except God alone.“Why do you call Me good?” Jesus replied. “No one is good except God alone. 18:2020 You know the commandments: ‘Do not commit adultery, do not murder, do not steal, do not bear false witness, honor your father and mother.’”You know the commandments: ‘Do not commit adultery, do not murder, do not steal, do not bear false witness, honor your father and mother.’” 18:2121 “All these I have kept from my youth,” he said.“All these I have kept from my youth,” he said. 18:2222 On hearing this, Jesus told him, “You still lack one thing: Sell everything you own and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven. Then come, follow Me.”On hearing this, Jesus told him, “You still lack one thing: Sell everything you own and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven. Then come, follow Me.” 18:2323 But when the ruler heard this, he became very sad, because he was extremely wealthy.But when the ruler heard this, he became very sad, because he was extremely wealthy. 18:2424 Seeing the man’s sadness, Jesus said, “How hard it is for the rich to enter the kingdom of God!Seeing the man’s sadness, Jesus said, “How hard it is for the rich to enter the kingdom of God! 18:2525 Indeed, it is easier for a camel to pass through the eye of a needle than for a rich man to enter the kingdom of God.”Indeed, it is easier for a camel to pass through the eye of a needle than for a rich man to enter the kingdom of God.” 18:2626 Those who heard this asked, “Who then can be saved?”Those who heard this asked, “Who then can be saved?” 18:2727 But Jesus said, “What is impossible with man is possible with God.”But Jesus said, “What is impossible with man is possible with God.” 18:2828 “Look,” said Peter, “we have left all we had to follow You.”“Look,” said Peter, “we have left all we had to follow You.” 18:2929 “Truly I tell you,” Jesus replied, “no one who has left home or wife or brothers or parents or children for the sake of the kingdom of God“Truly I tell you,” Jesus replied, “no one who has left home or wife or brothers or parents or children for the sake of the kingdom of God 18:3030 will fail to receive many times more in this age—and in the age to come, eternal life.”will fail to receive many times more in this age—and in the age to come, eternal life.” 18:3131 Then Jesus took the Twelve aside and said to them, “Look, we are going up to Jerusalem, and everything the prophets have written about the Son of Man will be fulfilled.Then Jesus took the Twelve aside and said to them, “Look, we are going up to Jerusalem, and everything the prophets have written about the Son of Man will be fulfilled. 18:3232 He will be delivered over to the Gentiles and will be mocked and insulted and spit upon.He will be delivered over to the Gentiles and will be mocked and insulted and spit upon. 18:3333 They will flog Him and kill Him, and on the third day He will rise again.”They will flog Him and kill Him, and on the third day He will rise again.” 18:3434 But the disciples did not understand any of these things. The meaning was hidden from them, and they did not comprehend what He was saying.But the disciples did not understand any of these things. The meaning was hidden from them, and they did not comprehend what He was saying. 18:3535 As Jesus drew near to Jericho, a blind man was sitting beside the road, begging.As Jesus drew near to Jericho, a blind man was sitting beside the road, begging. 18:3636 When he heard the crowd going by, he asked what was happening.When he heard the crowd going by, he asked what was happening. 18:3737 “Jesus of Nazareth is passing by,” they told him.“Jesus of Nazareth is passing by,” they told him. 18:3838 So he called out, “Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!”So he called out, “Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!” 18:3939 Those who led the way admonished him to be silent, but he cried out all the louder, “Son of David, have mercy on me!”Those who led the way admonished him to be silent, but he cried out all the louder, “Son of David, have mercy on me!” 18:4040 Jesus stopped and directed that the man be brought to Him. When he had come near, Jesus asked him,Jesus stopped and directed that the man be brought to Him. When he had come near, Jesus asked him, 18:4141 “What do you want Me to do for you?” “Lord,” he said, “let me see again.”“What do you want Me to do for you?” “Lord,” he said, “let me see again.” 18:4242 “Receive your sight!” Jesus replied. “Your faith has healed you.”“Receive your sight!” Jesus replied. “Your faith has healed you.” 18:4343 Immediately he received his sight and followed Jesus, glorifying God. And all the people, when they saw it, gave praise to God.Immediately he received his sight and followed Jesus, glorifying God. And all the people, when they saw it, gave praise to God.
Luke 19
19:11 Then Jesus entered Jericho and was passing through.Then Jesus entered Jericho and was passing through. 19:22 And there was a man named Zacchaeus, a chief tax collector, who was very wealthy.And there was a man named Zacchaeus, a chief tax collector, who was very wealthy. 19:33 He was trying to see who Jesus was, but could not see over the crowd because he was small in stature.He was trying to see who Jesus was, but could not see over the crowd because he was small in stature. 19:44 So he ran on ahead and climbed a sycamore tree to see Him, since Jesus was about to pass that way.So he ran on ahead and climbed a sycamore tree to see Him, since Jesus was about to pass that way. 19:55 When Jesus came to that place, He looked up and said, “Zacchaeus, hurry down, for I must stay at your house today.”When Jesus came to that place, He looked up and said, “Zacchaeus, hurry down, for I must stay at your house today.” 19:66 So Zacchaeus hurried down and welcomed Him joyfully.So Zacchaeus hurried down and welcomed Him joyfully. 19:77 And all who saw this began to grumble, saying, “He has gone to be the guest of a sinful man!”And all who saw this began to grumble, saying, “He has gone to be the guest of a sinful man!” 19:88 But Zacchaeus stood up and said to the Lord, “Look, Lord, half of my possessions I give to the poor, and if I have cheated anyone, I will repay it fourfold.”But Zacchaeus stood up and said to the Lord, “Look, Lord, half of my possessions I give to the poor, and if I have cheated anyone, I will repay it fourfold.” 19:99 Jesus said to him, “Today salvation has come to this house, because this man too is a son of Abraham.Jesus said to him, “Today salvation has come to this house, because this man too is a son of Abraham. 19:1010 For the Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost.”For the Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost.” 19:1111 While the people were listening to this, Jesus proceeded to tell them a parable, because He was near Jerusalem and they thought the kingdom of God would appear imminently.While the people were listening to this, Jesus proceeded to tell them a parable, because He was near Jerusalem and they thought the kingdom of God would appear imminently. 19:1212 So He said, “A man of noble birth went to a distant country to lay claim to his kingship and then return.So He said, “A man of noble birth went to a distant country to lay claim to his kingship and then return. 19:1313 Beforehand, he called ten of his servants and gave them ten minas. ‘Conduct business with this until I return,’ he said.Beforehand, he called ten of his servants and gave them ten minas. ‘Conduct business with this until I return,’ he said. 19:1414 But his subjects hated him and sent a delegation after him to say, ‘We do not want this man to rule over us.’But his subjects hated him and sent a delegation after him to say, ‘We do not want this man to rule over us.’ 19:1515 When he returned from procuring his kingship, he summoned the servants to whom he had given the money, to find out what each one had earned.When he returned from procuring his kingship, he summoned the servants to whom he had given the money, to find out what each one had earned. 19:1616 The first servant came forward and said, ‘Master, your mina has produced ten more minas.’The first servant came forward and said, ‘Master, your mina has produced ten more minas.’ 19:1717 His master replied, ‘Well done, good servant! Because you have been faithful in a very small matter, you shall have authority over ten cities.’His master replied, ‘Well done, good servant! Because you have been faithful in a very small matter, you shall have authority over ten cities.’ 19:1818 The second servant came and said, ‘Master, your mina has made five minas.’The second servant came and said, ‘Master, your mina has made five minas.’ 19:1919 And to this one he said, ‘You shall have authority over five cities.’And to this one he said, ‘You shall have authority over five cities.’ 19:2020 Then another servant came and said, ‘Master, here is your mina, which I have laid away in a piece of cloth.Then another servant came and said, ‘Master, here is your mina, which I have laid away in a piece of cloth. 19:2121 For I was afraid of you, because you are a harsh man. You withdraw what you did not deposit and reap what you did not sow.’For I was afraid of you, because you are a harsh man. You withdraw what you did not deposit and reap what you did not sow.’ 19:2222 His master replied, ‘You wicked servant, I will judge you by your own words. So you knew that I am a harsh man, withdrawing what I did not deposit and reaping what I did not sow?His master replied, ‘You wicked servant, I will judge you by your own words. So you knew that I am a harsh man, withdrawing what I did not deposit and reaping what I did not sow? 19:2323 Why then did you not deposit my money in the bank, and upon my return I could have collected it with interest?’Why then did you not deposit my money in the bank, and upon my return I could have collected it with interest?’ 19:2424 Then he told those standing by, ‘Take the mina from him and give it to the one who has ten minas.’Then he told those standing by, ‘Take the mina from him and give it to the one who has ten minas.’ 19:2525 ‘Master,’ they said, ‘he already has ten!’‘Master,’ they said, ‘he already has ten!’ 19:2626 He replied, ‘I tell you that everyone who has will be given more; but the one who does not have, even what he has will be taken away from him.He replied, ‘I tell you that everyone who has will be given more; but the one who does not have, even what he has will be taken away from him. 19:2727 And these enemies of mine who were unwilling for me to rule over them, bring them here and slay them in front of me.’”And these enemies of mine who were unwilling for me to rule over them, bring them here and slay them in front of me.’” 19:2828 After Jesus had said this, He went on ahead, going up to Jerusalem.After Jesus had said this, He went on ahead, going up to Jerusalem. 19:2929 As He approached Bethphage and Bethany at the Mount of Olives, He sent out two of His disciples,As He approached Bethphage and Bethany at the Mount of Olives, He sent out two of His disciples, 19:3030 saying, “Go into the village ahead of you, and as you enter it, you will find a colt tied there, on which no one has ever sat. Untie it and bring it here.saying, “Go into the village ahead of you, and as you enter it, you will find a colt tied there, on which no one has ever sat. Untie it and bring it here. 19:3131 If anyone asks, ‘Why are you untying it?’ tell him, ‘The Lord needs it.’”If anyone asks, ‘Why are you untying it?’ tell him, ‘The Lord needs it.’” 19:3232 So those who were sent went out and found it just as Jesus had told them.So those who were sent went out and found it just as Jesus had told them. 19:3333 As they were untying the colt, its owners asked, “Why are you untying the colt?”As they were untying the colt, its owners asked, “Why are you untying the colt?” 19:3434 “The Lord needs it,” they answered.“The Lord needs it,” they answered. 19:3535 Then they led the colt to Jesus, threw their cloaks over it, and put Jesus on it.Then they led the colt to Jesus, threw their cloaks over it, and put Jesus on it. 19:3636 As He rode along, the people spread their cloaks on the road.As He rode along, the people spread their cloaks on the road. 19:3737 And as He approached the descent from the Mount of Olives, the whole multitude of disciples began to praise God joyfully in a loud voice for all the miracles they had seen:And as He approached the descent from the Mount of Olives, the whole multitude of disciples began to praise God joyfully in a loud voice for all the miracles they had seen: 19:3838 “Blessed is the King who comes in the name of the Lord!” “Peace in heaven and glory in the highest!”“Blessed is the King who comes in the name of the Lord!” “Peace in heaven and glory in the highest!” 19:3939 But some of the Pharisees in the crowd said to Him, “Teacher, rebuke Your disciples!”But some of the Pharisees in the crowd said to Him, “Teacher, rebuke Your disciples!” 19:4040 “I tell you,” He answered, “if they remain silent, the very stones will cry out.”“I tell you,” He answered, “if they remain silent, the very stones will cry out.” 19:4141 As Jesus approached Jerusalem and saw the city, He wept over itAs Jesus approached Jerusalem and saw the city, He wept over it 19:4242 and said, “If only you had known on this day what would bring you peace! But now it is hidden from your eyes.and said, “If only you had known on this day what would bring you peace! But now it is hidden from your eyes. 19:4343 For the days will come upon you when your enemies will barricade you and surround you and hem you in on every side.For the days will come upon you when your enemies will barricade you and surround you and hem you in on every side. 19:4444 They will level you to the ground—you and the children within your walls. They will not leave one stone on another, because you did not recognize the time of your visitation from God.”They will level you to the ground—you and the children within your walls. They will not leave one stone on another, because you did not recognize the time of your visitation from God.” 19:4545 Then Jesus entered the temple courts and began to drive out those who were selling there.Then Jesus entered the temple courts and began to drive out those who were selling there. 19:4646 He declared to them, “It is written: ‘My house will be a house of prayer.’ But you have made it ‘a den of robbers.’”He declared to them, “It is written: ‘My house will be a house of prayer.’ But you have made it ‘a den of robbers.’” 19:4747 Jesus was teaching at the temple every day, but the chief priests, scribes, and leaders of the people were intent on killing Him.Jesus was teaching at the temple every day, but the chief priests, scribes, and leaders of the people were intent on killing Him. 19:4848 Yet they could not find a way to do so, because all the people hung on His words.Yet they could not find a way to do so, because all the people hung on His words.
Luke 20
20:11 One day as Jesus was teaching the people in the temple courts and proclaiming the gospel, the chief priests and scribes, together with the elders, came up to Him.One day as Jesus was teaching the people in the temple courts and proclaiming the gospel, the chief priests and scribes, together with the elders, came up to Him. 20:22 “Tell us,” they said, “by what authority are You doing these things, and who gave You this authority?”“Tell us,” they said, “by what authority are You doing these things, and who gave You this authority?” 20:33 “I will also ask you a question,” Jesus replied. “Tell Me:“I will also ask you a question,” Jesus replied. “Tell Me: 20:44 John’s baptism—was it from heaven, or from men?”John’s baptism—was it from heaven, or from men?” 20:55 They deliberated among themselves and said, “If we say, ‘From heaven,’ He will ask, ‘Why did you not believe him?’They deliberated among themselves and said, “If we say, ‘From heaven,’ He will ask, ‘Why did you not believe him?’ 20:66 But if we say, ‘From men,’ all the people will stone us, for they are convinced that John was a prophet.”But if we say, ‘From men,’ all the people will stone us, for they are convinced that John was a prophet.” 20:77 So they answered that they did not know where it was from.So they answered that they did not know where it was from. 20:88 And Jesus replied, “Neither will I tell you by what authority I am doing these things.”And Jesus replied, “Neither will I tell you by what authority I am doing these things.” 20:99 Then He proceeded to tell the people this parable: “A man planted a vineyard, rented it out to some tenants, and went away for a long time.Then He proceeded to tell the people this parable: “A man planted a vineyard, rented it out to some tenants, and went away for a long time. 20:1010 At harvest time, he sent a servant to the tenants to collect his share of the fruit of the vineyard. But the tenants beat the servant and sent him away empty-handed.At harvest time, he sent a servant to the tenants to collect his share of the fruit of the vineyard. But the tenants beat the servant and sent him away empty-handed. 20:1111 So he sent another servant, but they beat him and treated him shamefully, sending him away empty-handed.So he sent another servant, but they beat him and treated him shamefully, sending him away empty-handed. 20:1212 Then he sent a third, but they wounded him and threw him out.Then he sent a third, but they wounded him and threw him out. 20:1313 ‘What shall I do?’ asked the owner of the vineyard. ‘I will send my beloved son. Perhaps they will respect him.’‘What shall I do?’ asked the owner of the vineyard. ‘I will send my beloved son. Perhaps they will respect him.’ 20:1414 But when the tenants saw the son, they discussed it among themselves and said, ‘This is the heir. Let us kill him, and the inheritance will be ours.’But when the tenants saw the son, they discussed it among themselves and said, ‘This is the heir. Let us kill him, and the inheritance will be ours.’ 20:1515 So they threw him out of the vineyard and killed him. What then will the owner of the vineyard do to them?So they threw him out of the vineyard and killed him. What then will the owner of the vineyard do to them? 20:1616 He will come and kill those tenants and give the vineyard to others.” And when the people heard this, they said, “May such a thing never happen!”He will come and kill those tenants and give the vineyard to others.” And when the people heard this, they said, “May such a thing never happen!” 20:1717 But Jesus looked directly at them and said, “Then what is the meaning of that which is written: ‘The stone the builders rejected has become the cornerstone’?But Jesus looked directly at them and said, “Then what is the meaning of that which is written: ‘The stone the builders rejected has become the cornerstone’? 20:1818 Everyone who falls on this stone will be broken to pieces, but he on whom it falls will be crushed.”Everyone who falls on this stone will be broken to pieces, but he on whom it falls will be crushed.” 20:1919 When the scribes and chief priests realized that Jesus had spoken this parable against them, they sought to arrest Him that very hour. But they were afraid of the people.When the scribes and chief priests realized that Jesus had spoken this parable against them, they sought to arrest Him that very hour. But they were afraid of the people. 20:2020 So they watched Him closely and sent spies who pretended to be sincere. They were hoping to catch Him in His words in order to hand Him over to the rule and authority of the governor.So they watched Him closely and sent spies who pretended to be sincere. They were hoping to catch Him in His words in order to hand Him over to the rule and authority of the governor. 20:2121 “Teacher,” they inquired, “we know that You speak and teach correctly. You show no partiality but teach the way of God in accordance with the truth.“Teacher,” they inquired, “we know that You speak and teach correctly. You show no partiality but teach the way of God in accordance with the truth. 20:2222 Is it lawful for us to pay taxes to Caesar or not?”Is it lawful for us to pay taxes to Caesar or not?” 20:2323 But Jesus saw through their duplicity and said to them,But Jesus saw through their duplicity and said to them, 20:2424 “Show Me a denarius. Whose image and inscription are on it?” “Caesar’s,” they answered.“Show Me a denarius. Whose image and inscription are on it?” “Caesar’s,” they answered. 20:2525 So Jesus told them, “Give to Caesar what is Caesar’s, and to God what is God’s.”So Jesus told them, “Give to Caesar what is Caesar’s, and to God what is God’s.” 20:2626 And they were unable to trap Him in His words before the people. And amazed at His answer, they fell silent.And they were unable to trap Him in His words before the people. And amazed at His answer, they fell silent. 20:2727 Then some of the Sadducees, who say there is no resurrection, came to question Him.Then some of the Sadducees, who say there is no resurrection, came to question Him. 20:2828 “Teacher,” they said, “Moses wrote for us that if a man’s brother dies and leaves a wife but no children, the man is to marry his brother’s widow and raise up offspring for him.“Teacher,” they said, “Moses wrote for us that if a man’s brother dies and leaves a wife but no children, the man is to marry his brother’s widow and raise up offspring for him. 20:2929 Now there were seven brothers. The first one married a wife but died childless.Now there were seven brothers. The first one married a wife but died childless. 20:3030 Then the secondThen the second 20:3131 and the third married the widow, and in the same way all seven died, leaving no children.and the third married the widow, and in the same way all seven died, leaving no children. 20:3232 And last of all, the woman died.And last of all, the woman died. 20:3333 So then, in the resurrection, whose wife will she be? For all seven were married to her.”So then, in the resurrection, whose wife will she be? For all seven were married to her.” 20:3434 Jesus answered, “The sons of this age marry and are given in marriage.Jesus answered, “The sons of this age marry and are given in marriage. 20:3535 But those who are considered worthy to share in the age to come and in the resurrection from the dead will neither marry nor be given in marriage.But those who are considered worthy to share in the age to come and in the resurrection from the dead will neither marry nor be given in marriage. 20:3636 In fact, they can no longer die, because they are like the angels. And since they are sons of the resurrection, they are sons of God.In fact, they can no longer die, because they are like the angels. And since they are sons of the resurrection, they are sons of God. 20:3737 Even Moses demonstrates that the dead are raised, in the passage about the burning bush. For he calls the Lord ‘the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob.’Even Moses demonstrates that the dead are raised, in the passage about the burning bush. For he calls the Lord ‘the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob.’ 20:3838 He is not the God of the dead, but of the living, for to Him all are alive.”He is not the God of the dead, but of the living, for to Him all are alive.” 20:3939 Some of the scribes answered, “Teacher, You have spoken well!”Some of the scribes answered, “Teacher, You have spoken well!” 20:4040 And they did not dare to question Him any further.And they did not dare to question Him any further. 20:4141 Then Jesus declared, “How can it be said that the Christ is the Son of David?Then Jesus declared, “How can it be said that the Christ is the Son of David? 20:4242 For David himself says in the book of Psalms: ‘The Lord said to my Lord, “Sit at My right handFor David himself says in the book of Psalms: ‘The Lord said to my Lord, “Sit at My right hand 20:4343 until I make Your enemies a footstool for Your feet.”’until I make Your enemies a footstool for Your feet.”’ 20:4444 Thus David calls Him ‘Lord.’ So how can He be David’s son?”Thus David calls Him ‘Lord.’ So how can He be David’s son?” 20:4545 In the hearing of all the people, Jesus said to His disciples,In the hearing of all the people, Jesus said to His disciples, 20:4646 “Beware of the scribes. They like to walk around in long robes, and they love the greetings in the marketplaces, the chief seats in the synagogues, and the places of honor at banquets.“Beware of the scribes. They like to walk around in long robes, and they love the greetings in the marketplaces, the chief seats in the synagogues, and the places of honor at banquets. 20:4747 They defraud widows of their houses, and for a show make lengthy prayers. These men will receive greater condemnation.”They defraud widows of their houses, and for a show make lengthy prayers. These men will receive greater condemnation.”
Luke 21
21:11 Then Jesus looked up and saw the rich putting their gifts into the treasury,Then Jesus looked up and saw the rich putting their gifts into the treasury, 21:22 and He saw a poor widow put in two small copper coins.and He saw a poor widow put in two small copper coins. 21:33 “Truly I tell you,” He said, “this poor widow has put in more than all the others.“Truly I tell you,” He said, “this poor widow has put in more than all the others. 21:44 For they all contributed out of their surplus, but she out of her poverty has put in all she had to live on.”For they all contributed out of their surplus, but she out of her poverty has put in all she had to live on.” 21:55 As some of the disciples were remarking how the temple was adorned with beautiful stones and consecrated gifts, Jesus said,As some of the disciples were remarking how the temple was adorned with beautiful stones and consecrated gifts, Jesus said, 21:66 “As for what you see here, the time will come when not one stone will be left on another; every one will be thrown down.”“As for what you see here, the time will come when not one stone will be left on another; every one will be thrown down.” 21:77 “Teacher,” they asked, “when will these things happen? And what will be the sign that they are about to take place?”“Teacher,” they asked, “when will these things happen? And what will be the sign that they are about to take place?” 21:88 Jesus answered, “See to it that you are not deceived. For many will come in My name, claiming, ‘I am He,’ and, ‘The time is near.’ Do not follow them.Jesus answered, “See to it that you are not deceived. For many will come in My name, claiming, ‘I am He,’ and, ‘The time is near.’ Do not follow them. 21:99 When you hear of wars and rebellions, do not be alarmed. These things must happen first, but the end is not imminent.”When you hear of wars and rebellions, do not be alarmed. These things must happen first, but the end is not imminent.” 21:1010 Then He told them, “Nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom.Then He told them, “Nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom. 21:1111 There will be great earthquakes, famines, and pestilences in various places, along with fearful sights and great signs from heaven.There will be great earthquakes, famines, and pestilences in various places, along with fearful sights and great signs from heaven. 21:1212 But before all this, they will seize you and persecute you. On account of My name they will deliver you to the synagogues and prisons, and they will bring you before kings and governors.But before all this, they will seize you and persecute you. On account of My name they will deliver you to the synagogues and prisons, and they will bring you before kings and governors. 21:1313 This will be your opportunity to serve as witnesses.This will be your opportunity to serve as witnesses. 21:1414 So make up your mind not to worry beforehand how to defend yourselves.So make up your mind not to worry beforehand how to defend yourselves. 21:1515 For I will give you speech and wisdom that none of your adversaries will be able to resist or contradict.For I will give you speech and wisdom that none of your adversaries will be able to resist or contradict. 21:1616 You will be betrayed even by parents and brothers and relatives and friends, and some of you will be put to death.You will be betrayed even by parents and brothers and relatives and friends, and some of you will be put to death. 21:1717 And you will be hated by everyone because of My name.And you will be hated by everyone because of My name. 21:1818 Yet not even a hair of your head will perish.Yet not even a hair of your head will perish. 21:1919 By your patient endurance you will gain your souls.By your patient endurance you will gain your souls. 21:2020 But when you see Jerusalem surrounded by armies, you will know that her desolation is near.But when you see Jerusalem surrounded by armies, you will know that her desolation is near. 21:2121 Then let those who are in Judea flee to the mountains, let those in the city get out, and let those in the country stay out of the city.Then let those who are in Judea flee to the mountains, let those in the city get out, and let those in the country stay out of the city. 21:2222 For these are the days of vengeance, to fulfill all that is written.For these are the days of vengeance, to fulfill all that is written. 21:2323 How miserable those days will be for pregnant and nursing mothers! For there will be great distress upon the land and wrath against this people.How miserable those days will be for pregnant and nursing mothers! For there will be great distress upon the land and wrath against this people. 21:2424 They will fall by the edge of the sword and be led captive into all the nations. And Jerusalem will be trodden down by the Gentiles, until the times of the Gentiles are fulfilled.They will fall by the edge of the sword and be led captive into all the nations. And Jerusalem will be trodden down by the Gentiles, until the times of the Gentiles are fulfilled. 21:2525 There will be signs in the sun and moon and stars, and on the earth dismay among the nations, bewildered by the roaring of the sea and the surging of the waves.There will be signs in the sun and moon and stars, and on the earth dismay among the nations, bewildered by the roaring of the sea and the surging of the waves. 21:2626 Men will faint from fear and anxiety over what is coming upon the earth, for the powers of the heavens will be shaken.Men will faint from fear and anxiety over what is coming upon the earth, for the powers of the heavens will be shaken. 21:2727 At that time they will see the Son of Man coming in a cloud with power and great glory.At that time they will see the Son of Man coming in a cloud with power and great glory. 21:2828 When these things begin to happen, stand up and lift up your heads, because your redemption is drawing near.”When these things begin to happen, stand up and lift up your heads, because your redemption is drawing near.” 21:2929 Then Jesus told them a parable: “Look at the fig tree and all the trees.Then Jesus told them a parable: “Look at the fig tree and all the trees. 21:3030 When they sprout leaves, you can see for yourselves and know that summer is near.When they sprout leaves, you can see for yourselves and know that summer is near. 21:3131 So also, when you see these things happening, know that the kingdom of God is near.So also, when you see these things happening, know that the kingdom of God is near. 21:3232 Truly I tell you, this generation will not pass away until all these things have happened.Truly I tell you, this generation will not pass away until all these things have happened. 21:3333 Heaven and earth will pass away, but My words will never pass away.Heaven and earth will pass away, but My words will never pass away. 21:3434 But watch yourselves, or your hearts will be weighed down by dissipation, drunkenness, and the worries of life—and that day will spring upon you suddenly like a snare.But watch yourselves, or your hearts will be weighed down by dissipation, drunkenness, and the worries of life—and that day will spring upon you suddenly like a snare. 21:3535 For it will come upon all who dwell on the face of all the earth.For it will come upon all who dwell on the face of all the earth. 21:3636 So keep watch at all times, and pray that you may have the strength to escape all that is about to happen and to stand before the Son of Man.”So keep watch at all times, and pray that you may have the strength to escape all that is about to happen and to stand before the Son of Man.” 21:3737 Every day Jesus taught at the temple, but every evening He went out to spend the night on the Mount of Olives.Every day Jesus taught at the temple, but every evening He went out to spend the night on the Mount of Olives. 21:3838 And early in the morning all the people would come to hear Him at the temple.And early in the morning all the people would come to hear Him at the temple.
Luke 22
22:11 Now the Feast of Unleavened Bread, called the Passover, was approaching,Now the Feast of Unleavened Bread, called the Passover, was approaching, 22:22 and the chief priests and scribes were looking for a way to put Jesus to death, for they feared the people.and the chief priests and scribes were looking for a way to put Jesus to death, for they feared the people. 22:33 Then Satan entered Judas Iscariot, who was one of the Twelve.Then Satan entered Judas Iscariot, who was one of the Twelve. 22:44 And Judas went to discuss with the chief priests and temple officers how he might betray Jesus to them.And Judas went to discuss with the chief priests and temple officers how he might betray Jesus to them. 22:55 They were delighted and agreed to give him money.They were delighted and agreed to give him money. 22:66 Judas consented, and began to look for an opportunity to betray Jesus to them in the absence of a crowd.Judas consented, and began to look for an opportunity to betray Jesus to them in the absence of a crowd. 22:77 Then came the day of Unleavened Bread on which the Passover lamb was to be sacrificed.Then came the day of Unleavened Bread on which the Passover lamb was to be sacrificed. 22:88 Jesus sent Peter and John, saying, “Go and make preparations for us to eat the Passover.”Jesus sent Peter and John, saying, “Go and make preparations for us to eat the Passover.” 22:99 “Where do You want us to prepare it?” they asked.“Where do You want us to prepare it?” they asked. 22:1010 He answered, “When you enter the city, a man carrying a jug of water will meet you. Follow him to the house he enters,He answered, “When you enter the city, a man carrying a jug of water will meet you. Follow him to the house he enters, 22:1111 and say to the owner of that house, ‘The Teacher asks: Where is the guest room, where I may eat the Passover with My disciples?’and say to the owner of that house, ‘The Teacher asks: Where is the guest room, where I may eat the Passover with My disciples?’ 22:1212 And he will show you a large upper room, already furnished. Make preparations there.”And he will show you a large upper room, already furnished. Make preparations there.” 22:1313 So they went and found it just as Jesus had told them. And they prepared the Passover.So they went and found it just as Jesus had told them. And they prepared the Passover. 22:1414 When the hour had come, Jesus reclined at the table with His apostles.When the hour had come, Jesus reclined at the table with His apostles. 22:1515 And He said to them, “I have eagerly desired to eat this Passover with you before My suffering.And He said to them, “I have eagerly desired to eat this Passover with you before My suffering. 22:1616 For I tell you that I will not eat it again until it is fulfilled in the kingdom of God.”For I tell you that I will not eat it again until it is fulfilled in the kingdom of God.” 22:1717 After taking the cup, He gave thanks and said, “Take this and divide it among yourselves.After taking the cup, He gave thanks and said, “Take this and divide it among yourselves. 22:1818 For I tell you that I will not drink of the fruit of the vine from now on until the kingdom of God comes.”For I tell you that I will not drink of the fruit of the vine from now on until the kingdom of God comes.” 22:1919 And He took the bread, gave thanks and broke it, and gave it to them, saying, “This is My body, given for you; do this in remembrance of Me.”And He took the bread, gave thanks and broke it, and gave it to them, saying, “This is My body, given for you; do this in remembrance of Me.” 22:2020 In the same way, after supper He took the cup, saying, “This cup is the new covenant in My blood, which is poured out for you.In the same way, after supper He took the cup, saying, “This cup is the new covenant in My blood, which is poured out for you. 22:2121 Look! The hand of My betrayer is with Mine on the table.Look! The hand of My betrayer is with Mine on the table. 22:2222 Indeed, the Son of Man will go as it has been determined, but woe to that man who betrays Him.”Indeed, the Son of Man will go as it has been determined, but woe to that man who betrays Him.” 22:2323 Then they began to question among themselves which of them was going to do this.Then they began to question among themselves which of them was going to do this. 22:2424 A dispute also arose among the disciples as to which of them should be considered the greatest.A dispute also arose among the disciples as to which of them should be considered the greatest. 22:2525 So Jesus declared, “The kings of the Gentiles lord it over them, and those in authority over them call themselves benefactors.So Jesus declared, “The kings of the Gentiles lord it over them, and those in authority over them call themselves benefactors. 22:2626 But you shall not be like them. Instead, the greatest among you should be like the youngest, and the one who leads like the one who serves.But you shall not be like them. Instead, the greatest among you should be like the youngest, and the one who leads like the one who serves. 22:2727 For who is greater, the one who reclines at the table or the one who serves? Is it not the one who reclines? But I am among you as one who serves.For who is greater, the one who reclines at the table or the one who serves? Is it not the one who reclines? But I am among you as one who serves. 22:2828 You are the ones who have stood by Me in My trials.You are the ones who have stood by Me in My trials. 22:2929 And I bestow on you a kingdom, just as My Father has bestowed one on Me,And I bestow on you a kingdom, just as My Father has bestowed one on Me, 22:3030 so that you may eat and drink at My table in My kingdom and sit on thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel.so that you may eat and drink at My table in My kingdom and sit on thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel. 22:3131 Simon, Simon, Satan has asked to sift all of you like wheat.Simon, Simon, Satan has asked to sift all of you like wheat. 22:3232 But I have prayed for you, Simon, that your faith will not fail. And when you have turned back, strengthen your brothers.”But I have prayed for you, Simon, that your faith will not fail. And when you have turned back, strengthen your brothers.” 22:3333 “Lord,” said Peter, “I am ready to go with You even to prison and to death.”“Lord,” said Peter, “I am ready to go with You even to prison and to death.” 22:3434 But Jesus replied, “I tell you, Peter, the rooster will not crow today until you have denied three times that you know Me.”But Jesus replied, “I tell you, Peter, the rooster will not crow today until you have denied three times that you know Me.” 22:3535 Then Jesus asked them, “When I sent you out without purse or bag or sandals, did you lack anything?” “Nothing,” they answered.Then Jesus asked them, “When I sent you out without purse or bag or sandals, did you lack anything?” “Nothing,” they answered. 22:3636 “Now, however,” He told them, “the one with a purse should take it, and likewise a bag; and the one without a sword should sell his cloak and buy one.“Now, however,” He told them, “the one with a purse should take it, and likewise a bag; and the one without a sword should sell his cloak and buy one. 22:3737 For I tell you that this Scripture must be fulfilled in Me: ‘And He was numbered with the transgressors.’ For what is written about Me is reaching its fulfillment.”For I tell you that this Scripture must be fulfilled in Me: ‘And He was numbered with the transgressors.’ For what is written about Me is reaching its fulfillment.” 22:3838 So they said, “Look, Lord, here are two swords.” “That is enough,” He answered.So they said, “Look, Lord, here are two swords.” “That is enough,” He answered. 22:3939 Jesus went out as usual to the Mount of Olives, and the disciples followed Him.Jesus went out as usual to the Mount of Olives, and the disciples followed Him. 22:4040 When He came to the place, He told them, “Pray that you will not enter into temptation.”When He came to the place, He told them, “Pray that you will not enter into temptation.” 22:4141 And He withdrew about a stone’s throw beyond them, where He knelt down and prayed,And He withdrew about a stone’s throw beyond them, where He knelt down and prayed, 22:4242 “Father, if You are willing, take this cup from Me. Yet not My will, but Yours be done.”“Father, if You are willing, take this cup from Me. Yet not My will, but Yours be done.” 22:4343 Then an angel from heaven appeared to Him and strengthened Him.Then an angel from heaven appeared to Him and strengthened Him. 22:4444 And in His anguish, He prayed more earnestly, and His sweat became like drops of blood falling to the ground.And in His anguish, He prayed more earnestly, and His sweat became like drops of blood falling to the ground. 22:4545 When Jesus rose from prayer and returned to the disciples, He found them asleep, exhausted from sorrow.When Jesus rose from prayer and returned to the disciples, He found them asleep, exhausted from sorrow. 22:4646 “Why are you sleeping?” He asked. “Get up and pray so that you will not enter into temptation.”“Why are you sleeping?” He asked. “Get up and pray so that you will not enter into temptation.” 22:4747 While He was still speaking, a crowd arrived, led by the man called Judas, one of the Twelve. He approached Jesus to kiss Him.While He was still speaking, a crowd arrived, led by the man called Judas, one of the Twelve. He approached Jesus to kiss Him. 22:4848 But Jesus asked him, “Judas, are you betraying the Son of Man with a kiss?”But Jesus asked him, “Judas, are you betraying the Son of Man with a kiss?” 22:4949 Those around Jesus saw what was about to happen and said, “Lord, should we strike with our swords?”Those around Jesus saw what was about to happen and said, “Lord, should we strike with our swords?” 22:5050 And one of them struck the servant of the high priest, cutting off his right ear.And one of them struck the servant of the high priest, cutting off his right ear. 22:5151 But Jesus answered, “No more of this!” And He touched the man’s ear and healed him.But Jesus answered, “No more of this!” And He touched the man’s ear and healed him. 22:5252 Then Jesus said to the chief priests, temple officers, and elders who had come for Him, “Have you come out with swords and clubs as you would against an outlaw?Then Jesus said to the chief priests, temple officers, and elders who had come for Him, “Have you come out with swords and clubs as you would against an outlaw? 22:5353 Every day I was with you in the temple courts, and you did not lay a hand on Me. But this hour belongs to you and to the power of darkness.”Every day I was with you in the temple courts, and you did not lay a hand on Me. But this hour belongs to you and to the power of darkness.” 22:5454 Then they seized Jesus, led Him away, and took Him into the house of the high priest. And Peter followed at a distance.Then they seized Jesus, led Him away, and took Him into the house of the high priest. And Peter followed at a distance. 22:5555 When those present had kindled a fire in the middle of the courtyard and sat down together, Peter sat down among them.When those present had kindled a fire in the middle of the courtyard and sat down together, Peter sat down among them. 22:5656 A servant girl saw him seated in the firelight and looked intently at him. “This man also was with Him,” she said.A servant girl saw him seated in the firelight and looked intently at him. “This man also was with Him,” she said. 22:5757 But Peter denied it. “Woman, I do not know Him,” he said.But Peter denied it. “Woman, I do not know Him,” he said. 22:5858 A short time later, someone else saw him and said, “You also are one of them.” But Peter said, “Man, I am not.”A short time later, someone else saw him and said, “You also are one of them.” But Peter said, “Man, I am not.” 22:5959 About an hour later, another man insisted, “Certainly this man was with Him, for he too is a Galilean.”About an hour later, another man insisted, “Certainly this man was with Him, for he too is a Galilean.” 22:6060 “Man, I do not know what you are talking about,” Peter replied. And immediately, while he was still speaking, the rooster crowed.“Man, I do not know what you are talking about,” Peter replied. And immediately, while he was still speaking, the rooster crowed. 22:6161 And the Lord turned and looked at Peter. Then Peter remembered the word that the Lord had spoken to him: “Before the rooster crows today, you will deny Me three times.”And the Lord turned and looked at Peter. Then Peter remembered the word that the Lord had spoken to him: “Before the rooster crows today, you will deny Me three times.” 22:6262 And he went outside and wept bitterly.And he went outside and wept bitterly. 22:6363 The men who were holding Jesus began to mock Him and beat Him.The men who were holding Jesus began to mock Him and beat Him. 22:6464 They blindfolded Him and kept demanding, “Prophesy! Who hit You?”They blindfolded Him and kept demanding, “Prophesy! Who hit You?” 22:6565 And they said many other blasphemous things against Him.And they said many other blasphemous things against Him. 22:6666 At daybreak the council of the elders of the people, both the chief priests and scribes, met together. They led Jesus into their Sanhedrin and said,At daybreak the council of the elders of the people, both the chief priests and scribes, met together. They led Jesus into their Sanhedrin and said, 22:6767 “If You are the Christ, tell us.” Jesus answered, “If I tell you, you will not believe.“If You are the Christ, tell us.” Jesus answered, “If I tell you, you will not believe. 22:6868 And if I ask you a question, you will not answer.And if I ask you a question, you will not answer. 22:6969 But from now on the Son of Man will be seated at the right hand of the power of God.”But from now on the Son of Man will be seated at the right hand of the power of God.” 22:7070 So they all asked, “Are You then the Son of God?” He replied, “You say that I am.”So they all asked, “Are You then the Son of God?” He replied, “You say that I am.” 22:7171 “Why do we need any more testimony?” they declared. “We have heard it for ourselves from His own lips.”“Why do we need any more testimony?” they declared. “We have heard it for ourselves from His own lips.”
Luke 23
23:11 Then the whole council rose and led Jesus away to Pilate.Then the whole council rose and led Jesus away to Pilate. 23:22 And they began to accuse Him, saying, “We found this man subverting our nation, forbidding payment of taxes to Caesar, and proclaiming Himself to be Christ, a King.”And they began to accuse Him, saying, “We found this man subverting our nation, forbidding payment of taxes to Caesar, and proclaiming Himself to be Christ, a King.” 23:33 So Pilate asked Him, “Are You the King of the Jews?” “You have said so,” Jesus replied.So Pilate asked Him, “Are You the King of the Jews?” “You have said so,” Jesus replied. 23:44 Then Pilate said to the chief priests and the crowds, “I find no basis for a charge against this man.”Then Pilate said to the chief priests and the crowds, “I find no basis for a charge against this man.” 23:55 But they kept insisting, “He stirs up the people all over Judea with His teaching. He began in Galilee and has come all the way here.”But they kept insisting, “He stirs up the people all over Judea with His teaching. He began in Galilee and has come all the way here.” 23:66 When Pilate heard this, he asked if the man was a Galilean.When Pilate heard this, he asked if the man was a Galilean. 23:77 And learning that Jesus was under Herod’s jurisdiction, he sent Him to Herod, who himself was in Jerusalem at that time.And learning that Jesus was under Herod’s jurisdiction, he sent Him to Herod, who himself was in Jerusalem at that time. 23:88 When Herod saw Jesus, he was greatly pleased. He had wanted to see Him for a long time, because he had heard about Him and was hoping to see Him perform a miracle.When Herod saw Jesus, he was greatly pleased. He had wanted to see Him for a long time, because he had heard about Him and was hoping to see Him perform a miracle. 23:99 Herod questioned Jesus at great length, but He gave no answer.Herod questioned Jesus at great length, but He gave no answer. 23:1010 Meanwhile, the chief priests and scribes stood there, vehemently accusing Him.Meanwhile, the chief priests and scribes stood there, vehemently accusing Him. 23:1111 And even Herod and his soldiers ridiculed and mocked Him. Dressing Him in a fine robe, they sent Him back to Pilate.And even Herod and his soldiers ridiculed and mocked Him. Dressing Him in a fine robe, they sent Him back to Pilate. 23:1212 That day Herod and Pilate became friends; before this time they had been enemies.That day Herod and Pilate became friends; before this time they had been enemies. 23:1313 Then Pilate called together the chief priests, the rulers, and the people,Then Pilate called together the chief priests, the rulers, and the people, 23:1414 and said to them, “You brought me this man as one who was inciting the people to rebellion. I have examined Him here in your presence and found Him not guilty of your charges against Him.and said to them, “You brought me this man as one who was inciting the people to rebellion. I have examined Him here in your presence and found Him not guilty of your charges against Him. 23:1515 Neither has Herod, for he sent Him back to us. As you can see, He has done nothing deserving of death.Neither has Herod, for he sent Him back to us. As you can see, He has done nothing deserving of death. 23:1616 Therefore I will punish Him and release Him.”Therefore I will punish Him and release Him.” 23:1717 23:1818 But they all cried out in unison: “Away with this man! Release Barabbas to us!”But they all cried out in unison: “Away with this man! Release Barabbas to us!” 23:1919 (Barabbas had been imprisoned for an insurrection in the city, and for murder.)(Barabbas had been imprisoned for an insurrection in the city, and for murder.) 23:2020 Wanting to release Jesus, Pilate addressed them again,Wanting to release Jesus, Pilate addressed them again, 23:2121 but they kept shouting, “Crucify Him! Crucify Him!”but they kept shouting, “Crucify Him! Crucify Him!” 23:2222 A third time he said to them, “What evil has this man done? I have found in Him no offense worthy of death. So after I punish Him, I will release Him.”A third time he said to them, “What evil has this man done? I have found in Him no offense worthy of death. So after I punish Him, I will release Him.” 23:2323 But they were insistent, demanding with loud voices for Jesus to be crucified. And their clamor prevailed.But they were insistent, demanding with loud voices for Jesus to be crucified. And their clamor prevailed. 23:2424 So Pilate sentenced that their demand be met.So Pilate sentenced that their demand be met. 23:2525 As they had requested, he released the one imprisoned for insurrection and murder, and he handed Jesus over to their will.As they had requested, he released the one imprisoned for insurrection and murder, and he handed Jesus over to their will. 23:2626 As the soldiers led Him away, they seized Simon of Cyrene on his way in from the country, and they put the cross on him to carry behind Jesus.As the soldiers led Him away, they seized Simon of Cyrene on his way in from the country, and they put the cross on him to carry behind Jesus. 23:2727 A great number of people followed Him, including women who kept mourning and wailing for Him.A great number of people followed Him, including women who kept mourning and wailing for Him. 23:2828 But Jesus turned to them and said, “Daughters of Jerusalem, do not weep for Me, but weep for yourselves and for your children.But Jesus turned to them and said, “Daughters of Jerusalem, do not weep for Me, but weep for yourselves and for your children. 23:2929 Look, the days are coming when people will say, ‘Blessed are the barren women, the wombs that never bore, and breasts that never nursed!’Look, the days are coming when people will say, ‘Blessed are the barren women, the wombs that never bore, and breasts that never nursed!’ 23:3030 At that time ‘they will say to the mountains, “Fall on us!” and to the hills, “Cover us!”’At that time ‘they will say to the mountains, “Fall on us!” and to the hills, “Cover us!”’ 23:3131 For if men do these things while the tree is green, what will happen when it is dry?”For if men do these things while the tree is green, what will happen when it is dry?” 23:3232 Two others, who were criminals, were also led away to be executed with Jesus.Two others, who were criminals, were also led away to be executed with Jesus. 23:3333 When they came to the place called The Skull, they crucified Him there, along with the criminals, one on His right and the other on His left.When they came to the place called The Skull, they crucified Him there, along with the criminals, one on His right and the other on His left. 23:3434 Then Jesus said, “Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing.” And they divided up His garments by casting lots.Then Jesus said, “Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing.” And they divided up His garments by casting lots. 23:3535 The people stood watching, and the rulers sneered at Him, saying, “He saved others; let Him save Himself if He is the Christ of God, the Chosen One.”The people stood watching, and the rulers sneered at Him, saying, “He saved others; let Him save Himself if He is the Christ of God, the Chosen One.” 23:3636 The soldiers also mocked Him and came up to offer Him sour wine.The soldiers also mocked Him and came up to offer Him sour wine. 23:3737 “If You are the King of the Jews,” they said, “save Yourself!”“If You are the King of the Jews,” they said, “save Yourself!” 23:3838 Above Him was posted an inscription: THIS IS THE KING OF THE JEWS.Above Him was posted an inscription: THIS IS THE KING OF THE JEWS. 23:3939 One of the criminals who hung there heaped abuse on Him. “Are You not the Christ?” he said. “Save Yourself and us!”One of the criminals who hung there heaped abuse on Him. “Are You not the Christ?” he said. “Save Yourself and us!” 23:4040 But the other one rebuked him, saying, “Do you not even fear God, since you are under the same judgment?But the other one rebuked him, saying, “Do you not even fear God, since you are under the same judgment? 23:4141 We are punished justly, for we are receiving what our actions deserve. But this man has done nothing wrong.”We are punished justly, for we are receiving what our actions deserve. But this man has done nothing wrong.” 23:4242 Then he said, “Jesus, remember me when You come into Your kingdom!”Then he said, “Jesus, remember me when You come into Your kingdom!” 23:4343 And Jesus said to him, “Truly I tell you, today you will be with Me in Paradise.”And Jesus said to him, “Truly I tell you, today you will be with Me in Paradise.” 23:4444 It was now about the sixth hour, and darkness came over all the land until the ninth hour.It was now about the sixth hour, and darkness came over all the land until the ninth hour. 23:4545 The sun was darkened, and the veil of the temple was torn down the middle.The sun was darkened, and the veil of the temple was torn down the middle. 23:4646 Then Jesus called out in a loud voice, “Father, into Your hands I commit My Spirit.” And when He had said this, He breathed His last.Then Jesus called out in a loud voice, “Father, into Your hands I commit My Spirit.” And when He had said this, He breathed His last. 23:4747 When the centurion saw what had happened, he gave glory to God, saying, “Surely this was a righteous man.”When the centurion saw what had happened, he gave glory to God, saying, “Surely this was a righteous man.” 23:4848 And when all the people who had gathered for this spectacle saw what had happened, they returned home beating their breasts.And when all the people who had gathered for this spectacle saw what had happened, they returned home beating their breasts. 23:4949 But all those who knew Jesus, including the women who had followed Him from Galilee, stood at a distance watching these things.But all those who knew Jesus, including the women who had followed Him from Galilee, stood at a distance watching these things. 23:5050 Now there was a Council member named Joseph, a good and righteous man,Now there was a Council member named Joseph, a good and righteous man, 23:5151 who had not consented to their decision or action. He was from the Judean town of Arimathea and was waiting for the kingdom of God.who had not consented to their decision or action. He was from the Judean town of Arimathea and was waiting for the kingdom of God. 23:5252 He went to Pilate to ask for the body of Jesus.He went to Pilate to ask for the body of Jesus. 23:5353 Then he took it down, wrapped it in a linen cloth, and placed it in a tomb cut into the rock, where no one had yet been laid.Then he took it down, wrapped it in a linen cloth, and placed it in a tomb cut into the rock, where no one had yet been laid. 23:5454 It was Preparation Day, and the Sabbath was beginning.It was Preparation Day, and the Sabbath was beginning. 23:5555 The women who had come with Jesus from Galilee followed, and they saw the tomb and how His body was placed.The women who had come with Jesus from Galilee followed, and they saw the tomb and how His body was placed. 23:5656 Then they returned to prepare spices and perfumes. And they rested on the Sabbath, according to the commandment.Then they returned to prepare spices and perfumes. And they rested on the Sabbath, according to the commandment.
Luke 24
24:11 On the first day of the week, very early in the morning, the women came to the tomb, bringing the spices they had prepared.On the first day of the week, very early in the morning, the women came to the tomb, bringing the spices they had prepared. 24:22 They found the stone rolled away from the tomb,They found the stone rolled away from the tomb, 24:33 but when they entered, they did not find the body of the Lord Jesus.but when they entered, they did not find the body of the Lord Jesus. 24:44 While they were puzzling over this, suddenly two men in radiant apparel stood beside them.While they were puzzling over this, suddenly two men in radiant apparel stood beside them. 24:55 As the women bowed their faces to the ground in terror, the two men asked them, “Why do you look for the living among the dead?As the women bowed their faces to the ground in terror, the two men asked them, “Why do you look for the living among the dead? 24:66 He is not here; He has risen! Remember how He told you while He was still in Galilee:He is not here; He has risen! Remember how He told you while He was still in Galilee: 24:77 ‘The Son of Man must be delivered into the hands of sinful men, and be crucified, and on the third day rise again.’”‘The Son of Man must be delivered into the hands of sinful men, and be crucified, and on the third day rise again.’” 24:88 Then they remembered His words.Then they remembered His words. 24:99 And when they returned from the tomb, they reported all these things to the Eleven and to all the others.And when they returned from the tomb, they reported all these things to the Eleven and to all the others. 24:1010 It was Mary Magdalene, Joanna, Mary the mother of James, and the other women with them who told this to the apostles.It was Mary Magdalene, Joanna, Mary the mother of James, and the other women with them who told this to the apostles. 24:1111 But their words seemed like nonsense to them, and they did not believe the women.But their words seemed like nonsense to them, and they did not believe the women. 24:1212 Peter, however, got up and ran to the tomb. And after bending down and seeing only the linen cloths, he went away, wondering to himself what had happened.Peter, however, got up and ran to the tomb. And after bending down and seeing only the linen cloths, he went away, wondering to himself what had happened. 24:1313 That same day two of them were going to a village called Emmaus, about seven miles from Jerusalem.That same day two of them were going to a village called Emmaus, about seven miles from Jerusalem. 24:1414 They were talking with each other about everything that had happened.They were talking with each other about everything that had happened. 24:1515 And as they talked and deliberated, Jesus Himself came up and walked along with them.And as they talked and deliberated, Jesus Himself came up and walked along with them. 24:1616 But their eyes were kept from recognizing Him.But their eyes were kept from recognizing Him. 24:1717 He asked them, “What are you discussing so intently as you walk along?” They stood still, with sadness on their faces.He asked them, “What are you discussing so intently as you walk along?” They stood still, with sadness on their faces. 24:1818 One of them, named Cleopas, asked Him, “Are You the only visitor to Jerusalem who does not know the things that have happened there in recent days?”One of them, named Cleopas, asked Him, “Are You the only visitor to Jerusalem who does not know the things that have happened there in recent days?” 24:1919 “What things?” He asked. “The events involving Jesus of Nazareth,” they answered. “This man was a prophet, powerful in speech and action before God and all the people.“What things?” He asked. “The events involving Jesus of Nazareth,” they answered. “This man was a prophet, powerful in speech and action before God and all the people. 24:2020 Our chief priests and rulers delivered Him up to the sentence of death, and they crucified Him.Our chief priests and rulers delivered Him up to the sentence of death, and they crucified Him. 24:2121 But we were hoping He was the One who would redeem Israel. And besides all this, it is the third day since these things took place.But we were hoping He was the One who would redeem Israel. And besides all this, it is the third day since these things took place. 24:2222 Furthermore, some of our women astounded us. They were at the tomb early this morning,Furthermore, some of our women astounded us. They were at the tomb early this morning, 24:2323 but they did not find His body. They came and told us they had seen a vision of angels, who said that Jesus was alive.but they did not find His body. They came and told us they had seen a vision of angels, who said that Jesus was alive. 24:2424 Then some of our companions went to the tomb and found it just as the women had described. But Him they did not see.”Then some of our companions went to the tomb and found it just as the women had described. But Him they did not see.” 24:2525 Then Jesus said to them, “O foolish ones, and slow of heart to believe all that the prophets have spoken!Then Jesus said to them, “O foolish ones, and slow of heart to believe all that the prophets have spoken! 24:2626 Was it not necessary for the Christ to suffer these things and then to enter His glory?”Was it not necessary for the Christ to suffer these things and then to enter His glory?” 24:2727 And beginning with Moses and all the Prophets, He explained to them what was written in all the Scriptures about Himself.And beginning with Moses and all the Prophets, He explained to them what was written in all the Scriptures about Himself. 24:2828 As they approached the village where they were headed, He seemed to be going farther.As they approached the village where they were headed, He seemed to be going farther. 24:2929 But they pleaded with Him, “Stay with us, for it is nearly evening and the day is almost over.” So He went in to stay with them.But they pleaded with Him, “Stay with us, for it is nearly evening and the day is almost over.” So He went in to stay with them. 24:3030 While He was reclining at the table with them, He took bread, spoke a blessing and broke it, and gave it to them.While He was reclining at the table with them, He took bread, spoke a blessing and broke it, and gave it to them. 24:3131 Then their eyes were opened and they recognized Jesus—and He disappeared from their sight.Then their eyes were opened and they recognized Jesus—and He disappeared from their sight. 24:3232 They asked each other, “Were not our hearts burning within us as He spoke with us on the road and opened the Scriptures to us?”They asked each other, “Were not our hearts burning within us as He spoke with us on the road and opened the Scriptures to us?” 24:3333 And they got up that very hour and returned to Jerusalem. There they found the Eleven and those with them, gathered togetherAnd they got up that very hour and returned to Jerusalem. There they found the Eleven and those with them, gathered together 24:3434 and saying, “The Lord has indeed risen and has appeared to Simon!”and saying, “The Lord has indeed risen and has appeared to Simon!” 24:3535 Then the two told what had happened on the road, and how they had recognized Jesus in the breaking of the bread.Then the two told what had happened on the road, and how they had recognized Jesus in the breaking of the bread. 24:3636 While they were describing these events, Jesus Himself stood among them and said, “Peace be with you.”While they were describing these events, Jesus Himself stood among them and said, “Peace be with you.” 24:3737 But they were startled and frightened, thinking they had seen a spirit.But they were startled and frightened, thinking they had seen a spirit. 24:3838 “Why are you troubled,” Jesus asked, “and why do doubts arise in your hearts?“Why are you troubled,” Jesus asked, “and why do doubts arise in your hearts? 24:3939 Look at My hands and My feet. It is I Myself. Touch Me and see—for a spirit does not have flesh and bones, as you see I have.”Look at My hands and My feet. It is I Myself. Touch Me and see—for a spirit does not have flesh and bones, as you see I have.” 24:4040 And when He had said this, He showed them His hands and feet.And when He had said this, He showed them His hands and feet. 24:4141 While they were still in disbelief because of their joy and amazement, He asked them, “Do you have anything here to eat?”While they were still in disbelief because of their joy and amazement, He asked them, “Do you have anything here to eat?” 24:4242 So they gave Him a piece of broiled fish,So they gave Him a piece of broiled fish, 24:4343 and He took it and ate it in front of them.and He took it and ate it in front of them. 24:4444 Jesus said to them, “These are the words I spoke to you while I was still with you: Everything must be fulfilled that is written about Me in the Law of Moses, the Prophets, and the Psalms.”Jesus said to them, “These are the words I spoke to you while I was still with you: Everything must be fulfilled that is written about Me in the Law of Moses, the Prophets, and the Psalms.” 24:4545 Then He opened their minds to understand the Scriptures.Then He opened their minds to understand the Scriptures. 24:4646 And He told them, “This is what is written: The Christ will suffer and rise from the dead on the third day,And He told them, “This is what is written: The Christ will suffer and rise from the dead on the third day, 24:4747 and in His name repentance and forgiveness of sins will be proclaimed to all nations, beginning in Jerusalem.and in His name repentance and forgiveness of sins will be proclaimed to all nations, beginning in Jerusalem. 24:4848 You are witnesses of these things.You are witnesses of these things. 24:4949 And behold, I am sending the promise of My Father upon you. But remain in the city until you have been clothed with power from on high.”And behold, I am sending the promise of My Father upon you. But remain in the city until you have been clothed with power from on high.” 24:5050 When Jesus had led them out as far as Bethany, He lifted up His hands and blessed them.When Jesus had led them out as far as Bethany, He lifted up His hands and blessed them. 24:5151 While He was blessing them, He left them and was carried up into heaven.While He was blessing them, He left them and was carried up into heaven. 24:5252 And they worshiped Him and returned to Jerusalem with great joy,And they worshiped Him and returned to Jerusalem with great joy, 24:5353 praising God continually in the temple.praising God continually in the temple.