Includes bibliographical references (pages 295-298) and indexes.

Luke's prologue and two nativities -- Old and new Adam -- Discipline and discipleship -- Evangelism and its enemies -- Discernment of spirits -- Expectation and reversal -- Passover and atonement -- Resurrection and recognition.

"Highly acclaimed professor of literature David Lyle Jeffrey offers a theological reading of Luke in this addition to the well-received Brazos Theological Commentary on the Bible. This commentary, like each in the series, is designed to serve the church--providing a rich resource for preachers, teachers, students, and study groups--and demonstrate the continuing intellectual and practical viability of theological interpretation of the Bible"--Publisher description.