Welcome to the Luke Bible Study Journal!
We’re so glad you’ve chosen to dive deeper into the Gospel of Luke with us. This journal is designed to help you engage with God’s Word in a meaningful and personal way. Over the next few months, we’ll journey through Luke’s Gospel, discovering the life, teachings, and mission of Jesus, as shared through the eyes of an eyewitness account.
Here’s how it works: Each Sunday, we’ll explore a passage from Luke during the sermon. Then, throughout the week, this journal will guide you in daily devotionals (Monday through Friday) to reflect on and apply what we’ve studied together. Each day will offer Scripture, prompts for reflection, and space to record your thoughts and prayers.
This journal is more than just a tool—it’s an invitation. An invitation to slow down, listen to God’s voice, and allow His Word to transform your heart. As we engage with Luke’s Gospel, we’ll see how Jesus' message of hope, love, and salvation speaks not only to the world but directly to each of us.
Take your time with this study. Pray over what you read, journal what’s on your heart, and consider how God is calling you to respond. Whether you’re new to the Bible or have been studying it for years, this journal is for you.
We’re excited to see how God will work through this study in your life. Let’s journey together to grow deeper in faith and closer to Jesus.
Let’s begin!
Read Luke 24:1-12
We have come to the end of our journey through Luke, and what a way to end…JESUS IS ALIVE! On this first day after Easter, reread the account of the resurrection of our Savior and spend time in simple thanksgiving and awe of in the hope of glory we now have because of the resurrection!
Billy Graham famously said, “Without the resurrection, the cross is meaningless.” What does this statement mean to you?
Today, as you pray, praise your heavenly Father for the hope of glory that you now have because of the resurrection!
Read Luke 24:13-34
Pay close attention to verses 19-21. These followers of Jesus were walking and talking with the risen Messiah and failed to truly see Him until verse 31. I think we, too can struggle to see Him at times. Often it takes something extraordinary to open our eyes to His presence but Psalm 46:1 says that our God is “ever-present.” He is always with us. Even though Jesus is resurrected and living with His Father in heaven, His presence is always with us we only need to open our eyes and hearts and truly see Him!
How have you experienced the presence of Jesus with you in your life?
If you struggle to see Him with you, spend some time in prayer today asking God to open your eyes, ears, hearts and minds to His presence in your life, and thank Him for being with you even if you cannot see Him. If you do not struggle to see Him with you, thank Him for the awareness you have in your life and His presence with you daily.
Read Luke 24:35-40
The two followers we read about yesterday are now sharing their experience with the eleven and Jesus shows up in their midst. I think Jesus often does that even today. He may not bodily show up amongst us but when we share all that He is doing in our lives with others, His presence and power becomes all the more real! Those of us who are believers have a story to tell and when we share it with others He become more real to them!
Take a minute to remember all that Jesus has done for you and write down a summary of your Jesus story!
Today, thank God for who Jesus is to you, your story, and ask Him to give you opportunities to share your story with others!
Read Luke 24:35-40
Have you ever found yourself doubting? Are you sitting in doubt today? Read these verses and let the truth of who Jesus is wash over you. Even if you don’t struggle with doubt it is always good to be reminded of the truth of our Savior. He is the Messiah and He died and rose again for you!
If you have ever struggled with doubt? If so, write down why you struggled and how God spoke to you to help you believe. Are you still struggling with doubt today? If so, write down why you are still struggling and spend time in prayer asking God to help you believe!
Today thank Jesus once again for the truth of who He is and how He is with you in your doubt. Ask Him to help you walk closely with Him in a way that dispells any doubts you may have along the way.
Read Luke 24:50-53
We will end our week in a simple way. Praise. Jesus ascended to heaven and He is there preparing a place for us! Because of Him death has been defeated and when we believe in Him as our Savior we can have eternal life! Today, write down a prayer of praise to your eternal, living, risen Savior – JESUS!
Conclusion:
Thank you for joining us on this journey through Luke. We pray the study of this amazing book of the Bible has been an encouragement to you. I would challenge you to read all four gospels: Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. All of these books tell the same story, each from the perspective of the author. All of them together remind us of how Jesus is the same Messiah, the same Savior to everyone no matter our differences! The Bible is one way God speaks to us. It’s the story of Redemption and it is relevant for our lives today. It is the inspired Word of God. It brings life! Read The Word!!!