Launching into Luke

Since many have undertaken to set down an orderly account of the events that have been fulfilled among us, just as they were handed on to us by those who from the beginning were eyewitnesses and servants of the word, I too decided, after investigating everything carefully from the very first, to write an orderly account for you, most excellent Theophilus, so that you may know the truth concerning the things about which you have been instructed. Luke 1:1-4 A New Year is just around the corner...and for the first few months of 2017, I want to invite you to embark on an adventure with me through the Gospel of Luke. Launching into Luke will take us on twists and turns through Jesus' life. Luke is a master storyteller. Luke is often credited not only with the Gospel bearing his name, but also the book of Acts (the history of the early church). Luke's opening offers us several insights: 1. He acknowledges that there are other accounts of Jesus' life. In addition