Luke (Life Application Bible Commentary) [Paperback]

Grant R. Osborne (Editor), Philip W. Comfort (Series Editor), Livingstone (Producer)

Book Description

Series: Life Application Bible Commentary | Publication Date: February 1, 1998

The Life Application Bible Commentary series is the only commentary to offer sermon and lesson applications alongside stirring commentary. Each volume in the series provides in-depth explanation, background, and application for every verse in the text. Perfect for sermon preparation and lesson planning, this one-of-a-kind reference provides excellent quotes and a bibliography for additional commentary.

Additional features include

• Charts, diagrams, and maps on the same page as their related verses
• Quotes from various versions, such as the NIV, NRSV, and NLT
• Key information graphically highlighted

Editorial Reviews

From the Back Cover

LUKE. In the New Testament’s longest book, Luke, the physician friend of the Apostle Paul, reveals Jesus as the Man who came to save all-including women, the poor, the outcast, the sick, and the ordinary, everyday people of every nation. Luke’s vivid, fast-moving report offers a gospel of reconciliation and celebration. This Bible study traces Luke’s story from the announcement of Jesus’ birth, through His ministry in Galilee and His training of the disciples on the way to Jerusalem, to His submission to the crucifixion and His ultimate triumph in the resurrection. LifeChange Series: Christians have a lifelong goal: to become like Christ. This involves change, and change isn’t always easy. But the more you know of God’s purposes for you, the more you can experience His joy and participate in His plan. The LifeChange Series of Bible studies on books of the Bible can help you grow in Christlikeness through a life-changing encounter with God’s Word. You’ll benefit in these important ways: 1) You’ll gain a firm understanding of the book-its historical context, purpose, structure, and meaning; 2) You’ll apply its powerful, relevant wisdom to needs and issues you are currently working through; and 3) You’ll acquire personal study skills and a thirst to return to the book on your own-so you can keep going deeper into its life-transforming truths.

--This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

About the Author

The Navigators is an interdenominational nonprofit organization dedicated to helping people "know Christ and make Him known” as they look to Him and His Word to chart their lives.

Navigators have invested their lives in people for more than seventy-five years coming alongside them life on life to study the Bible develop a deepening prayer life and memorize and apply Scripture The ultimate goal is to equip Christ followers to fulfill 2 Timothy 2:2—to teach what they have learned to others.

Today tens of thousands of people worldwide are coming to know and grow in Jesus Christ through the various ministries of The Navigators. Internationally more than 4 600 Navigator staff of 70 nationalities serve in more than 100 countries.

--This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

Product Details

• Paperback: 624 pages
• Publisher: Tyndale House Publishers, Inc. (February 1, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0842328521
• ISBN-13: 978-0842328524
• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 5.3 x 1.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #868,530 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

8 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Luke Bible Study, May 18, 2000

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John B. Waits (Centreville, AL USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Luke (LifeChange) (Paperback)

Having worked through several Navigators Bible Studies and read several NavPress books, I expected my first LifeChange study - Luke - to be good. On the whole I was not disappointed. The book is organized well and the chapter lengths are manageable. It approaches the book in an inductive method, similar to Precept Upon Precept studies, and for that matter, most other Navigators Bible studies. The weakest point of the book is the seemingly inevitable "dumb question" (or two) per chapter; one asking for an answer that is clearly not found in the passage in question. The strongest points of the book are: (1) the unobtrusive way in which they insert poignant insights from various commentaries (and done minimally, unlike a study Bible); (2) the super annotated reading list in the back of the book on Bible study guides in general, but especially for further study on Luke.

7 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The best practical commentary on Luke I've seen so far., November 5, 1999

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Marc Axelrod (Potter, Wi USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Luke (Life Application Bible Commentary) (Paperback)

This is a great resource for preparing sermons on Luke, or even for just reading along while you read Luke in your own home. It's easy to read, and gives valuable insights. I'm glad I bought it.