2. Textual Studies From The Gospel Of Luke & The Acts Of The Apostles

3. Lesson 4 – Jesus’ Birth 2:1-20 Mary would have been 3 months pregnant returning from Elizabeth cp. 1:56 Joseph would have thought her to have been unfaithful to him cp. Mt 1:19-20 The couple must go to Bethlehem to register for the census vv. 1, 3-4

4. Lesson 4 – Jesus’ Birth 2:1-20 While in Bethlehem, Mary gives birth vv. 6-7 They had to stay in the stable (barn) Jesus’ crib was a feeding trough (manger) Indicative re: the King of kings cp. Mt 20:28 Nearby shepherds are invited vv. 10-12 No wise men (nativity scenes) cp. Mt 2:11

5. Lesson 4 – Jesus Early On 2:21-52 Circumcised at 8 days v. 21 cp. Gen 17:12 Taken to the temple at 40 days vv. 22-24 cp. Ex 13:2, 12 Lev 12:2-8 Simeon holds Him, prophecies vv. 25-35 Salvation for all people vv. 30-32 Mary to have her soul pierced v. 35

6. Lesson 4 – Jesus Early On 2:21-52 Anna also sees Him, prophecies vv. 36-38 “Grows up” in Nazareth vv. 39-40 He continued to grow, become strong He increased in wisdom…God’s grace on Him To Jerusalem for “Bar Mizvah” vv. 41-51 Now a “son of the commandment” at age 12

7. Lesson 4 – Jesus Early On 2:21-52 To Jerusalem for “Bar Mizvah” vv. 41-51 He does not accompany the family back home He is “found” 3 days later Joseph & Mary didn’t seem “pleased” v. 48 Jesus was “surprised” at them v. 49 The teachers were amazed at Him v. 47

8. Lesson 4 – Jesus Early On 2:21-52 A “summary” of His youth v. 52 He returns home with His parents, being “subject” to them v. 51 He conducted Himself before God & men faithfully This verse covers approx. 18 years cp. 3:23

9. Lesson 4 – John’s Ministry 3:1-20 Luke provides “dates” vv. 1-2a John’s time has come vv. 2b-6 cp. 1:80 This will fulfill prophecy Isa 40:3-5 John’s preaching… Emphasized the need for repentance and being spiritual descendants of Abraham vv. 7-8

10. Lesson 4 – John’s Ministry 3:1-20 John’s preaching… Warned of judgment to come to those who did not repent vv. 3, 7, 9 Advised people to conduct themselves honorably in all their behavior vv. 10-14

11. Lesson 4 – John’s Ministry 3:1-20 John was continually questioned about his identity…was he the Christ? vv. 15-17 He repeatedly pointed to One who was to be “mightier” and “more worthy” than he John’s preaching (i.e. rebuking sin) also proved to be costly vv. 18-20

12. Lesson 4 – Jesus’ Baptism 3:21-22 Jesus asks John to baptize Him cp. Mt 3:13 Not for “remission of sins” but “to fulfill all righteousness” Mt 3:15 John had been previously told by God how to recognize the Messiah Jn 1:31-33 Jesus’ baptism provided such a “sign”