Luke 1-6 Flashcards
(7 cards)
Luke 1:35-37 - The Angel’s Message to Mary
What did the angel say to Mary about how she would conceive Jesus, and what does this passage reveal about God’s power and promises?
35 “How will this be,” Mary asked the angel, “since I am a virgin?”
36 The angel answered, “The Holy Spirit will come on 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.
37 Even Elizabeth your relative is going to have a child in her old age, and she who was said to be unable to conceive is in her sixth month.
38 For no word from God will ever fail.”
Analysis:
This passage occurs when the Angel Gabriel comes to Mary to inform her that she will give birth to Jesus, even though she is a virgin. Mary initially questions how this will happen, and the angel explains that the Holy Spirit will cause the conception.
The angel assures her that nothing is impossible for God by mentioning Elizabeth, Mary’s relative, who is pregnant in her old age, showing God’s miraculous ability to fulfill His promises.
The key takeaway is that God’s word is unwavering, and nothing He promises will fail.
This highlights how with enough faith, God’s promises will be fulfilled. Just as God worked wonders for Mary and Elizabeth, He will work wonders for you if you believe in His power.
It’s a reminder that when God says something will happen, even if it seems impossible, He will find a way.
Trusting in God’s ability to do the impossible through prayer and faith is key to receiving His promises and glorifying Him in the process.
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Luke 2:13-14 - The Angels’ Praise
What did the angels sing when they revealed the birth of Jesus to the shepherds, and what does this passage teach us about God’s glory and peace?
13 Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying,
14 “Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests.”
This passage occurs when the angels, in a great display of heavenly glory, proclaim the birth of Jesus to the shepherds, announcing peace on earth for those who have God’s favor.
It’s a reminder that God alone deserves all the glory and honor. His greatness, power, and beauty are beyond measure, and He is worthy of our praise.
God is not just omnipotent—all-powerful—but also omnipresent and omniscient. He designed each of us perfectly, and because of this, He deserves our thanks and praise in return.
To gain God’s favor, we must live in reverence (fear) of Him and obey His commands. It is through living as His followers that we can experience His presence through the Holy Spirit.
True peace only comes from this relationship with God—through obedience and reverence, our hearts will be renewed by the Holy Spirit.
Just as the angels gave God all the praise, we must always remember to praise God, not ourselves, and seek to align our hearts with His, just like David did. Only by honoring God in this way can we experience the peace that He offers.
Luke 3:4-6 - The Prophecy of John the Baptist
What does this prophecy reveal about God’s promises, and how does it relate to our faith today?
Luke 3:4-6 (NIV)
4 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.
5 Every valley shall be filled in,
every mountain and hill made low.
The crooked roads shall become straight,
the rough ways smooth.
6 And all people will see God’s salvation.’”
Analysis:
This passage is a prophecy from Isaiah 40:3-5, spoken by Isaiah about the coming of John the Baptist. John was sent to prepare the way for Jesus Christ, which shows that our God is a prophecy-fulfilling God.
This prophecy illustrates how God keeps His promises. Isaiah spoke of a messenger who would come ahead of Jesus to prepare people for His arrival. This reminds us that all of God’s promises will be fulfilled, especially those related to faith.
The lesson from this passage is that just as God fulfilled His promise by sending John ahead of Jesus, He has also sent a Lamb—Jesus Christ—who will prepare the way for your salvation and deliverance from death.
Just as God sent a messenger to prepare for Jesus, He also sent the Lamb (Jesus) to be your Savior. Trusting in God’s promises is key, not only in what He will do for you but in believing in the Lamb that He has sent for your salvation.
Faith in God’s promises is powerful; as you believe, God will make a way, just like He made a way for the coming of Jesus through John. Trust in both His word and the salvation He offers.
Luke 4:5-6 - The Devil Tempts Jesus with Authority
What is the Devil offering Jesus, and how does Jesus respond to this temptation?
5 The devil led him up to a high place and showed him in an instant all the kingdoms of the world.
6 And he said to him, “I will give you all their authority and splendor; it has been given to me, and I can give it to anyone I want to. If you worship me, it will all be yours.”
In this passage, the Devil tempts Jesus by offering all the kingdoms of the world, a shortcut to the authority Jesus would eventually inherit. The Devil presents this as a way for Jesus to bypass the suffering, rejection, and pain He would face before receiving His rightful kingdom. However, Jesus stays faithful to the will of His Father, acknowledging that His inheritance will come after fulfilling God’s plan, which includes the cross.
This serves as a reminder to us: don’t take shortcuts when pursuing God’s plan. The Devil can tempt us with earthly pleasures and shortcuts, but nothing he offers can replace the eternal blessings our Father has prepared for us. Just like Jesus, we can rest assured that our inheritance is secure, so we should resist the Devil’s attempts to deceive us into taking the easy way out
Luke 5:5-6 - Trusting Jesus in Times of Struggle
What lesson does the story of Peter’s miraculous catch of fish teach us about trusting Jesus?
5 Simon answered, “Master, we’ve worked hard all night and haven’t caught anything. But because you say so, I will let down the nets.”
6 When they had done so, they caught such a large number of fish that their nets began to break.
7 So they signaled 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.
This passage highlights the importance of trusting in Jesus even when we feel exhausted and discouraged. Simon Peter had worked all night without catching any fish, but when Jesus told him to cast the nets again, the result was an overwhelming blessing. This shows us that when we feel like giving up or that our efforts are futile, Jesus can provide beyond what we expect, just as He fed the 5000 and 4000.
The key takeaway is that even when you feel tired, frustrated, or unsure, continue to trust in Jesus’ ability to provide. Things that seem like a waste of time may have great rewards when done according to His will. Jesus knows what lies ahead and is waiting to bless you with abundance—trust in His timing and provision.
Luke 6:35-36 - Loving and Showing Mercy to Others
How does Jesus instruct us to respond to our enemies, and what rewards come from it?
35 But love your enemies, do good to them, and lend to them without expecting to get anything back. Then your reward will be great, and you will be children of the Most High, because he is kind to the ungrateful and wicked.
36 Be merciful, just as your Father is merciful.
Analysis:
In this passage, Jesus teaches us to love and show kindness to those who oppose or mistreat us, just as He did during His own life and ministry. Jesus’ love was so powerful that His disciples couldn’t even identify who would betray Him, and the very people He died for were the ones who nailed Him to the cross and mocked Him. This is a call for us to love unconditionally, even when people hurt or insult us.
Additionally, Jesus tells us to lend without expecting anything in return, which reflects the selfless generosity He displayed by feeding thousands with just a little bread and fish. We are also called to show mercy, just as God shows mercy to those who sin against Him, even those who curse His name.
Jesus instructs us not to retaliate, even when we feel justified, because reconciliation is far greater than revenge.
By showing mercy and kindness, we reflect God’s nature, and as His children, He promises to reward us. We should give from a heart of compassion and not expect anything back, remembering that Jesus extended grace to His enemies who continue to reject Him. This teaches us the power of showing love, mercy, and kindness, no matter how others treat us.
