Luke 18:1-8
LUKE—NOTE ON LUKE 18:1 This parable consists of a “lesser to greater” argument (see note on 11:11–13). ⇐ ⇔ ⇒ var images = document.getElementsByTagName("img"); for (var i=0, len=images.length, img; i [ Continue Reading ]
LUKE—NOTE ON LUKE 18:1 This parable consists of a “lesser to greater” argument (see note on 11:11–13). ⇐ ⇔ ⇒ var images = document.getElementsByTagName("img"); for (var i=0, len=images.length, img; i [ Continue Reading ]
LUKE—NOTE ON LUKE 18:2 NOR RESPECTED MAN. He gave no one special treatment, whether great or small. ⇐ ⇔ ⇒ var images = document.getElementsByTagName("img"); for (var i=0, len=images.length, img; i [ Continue Reading ]
LUKE—NOTE ON LUKE 18:7 If an unjust judge finally grants the widow’s “prayer,” how much more will God hear the prayers of HIS ELECT? Compare Luke 12:22; see also Deuteronomy 32:10. ⇐ ⇔ ⇒ var images = document.getElementsByTagName("img"); for (var i=0, len=images.length, img; i [ Continue Reading ]
LUKE—NOTE ON LUKE 18:8 WILL HE FIND FAITH ON EARTH? The answer is yes. Jesus asks this question to encourage his disciples to watchfulness and prayer (see vv. Luke 18:1, Luke 18:7). ⇐ ⇔ ⇒ var images = document.getElementsByTagName("img"); for (var i=0, len=images.length, img; i [ Continue Reading ]
LUKE—NOTE ON LUKE 18:10 TWO MEN WENT UP INTO THE TEMPLE. The temple was situated on hill above the rest of Jerusalem (see Jerusalem in the Time of Jesus). TAX COLLECTOR. See note on Matt. 5:46–47. ⇐ ⇔ ⇒ var images = document.getElementsByTagName("img"); for (var i=0, len=images.length, img; i [ Continue Reading ]
LUKE—NOTE ON LUKE 18:11 STANDING. The normal posture of prayer. GOD, I THANK YOU THAT I. The five “I’s” in this passage reveal the self-centeredness of the PHARISEE. Rather than expressing thanks for what God has done for him, he brags about his own moral purity and religious faithfulness. ⇐ ⇔ ⇒ va... [ Continue Reading ]
LUKE—NOTE ON LUKE 18:12 I FAST TWICE A WEEK. The OT law apparently required only one fast a year, on the Day of Atonement. TITHES OF ALL THAT I GET. See Deuteronomy 14:22, which required a tithe of the crops; see also Leviticus 27:30; Numbers 18:21. ⇐ ⇔... [ Continue Reading ]
LUKE—NOTE ON LUKE 18:13 WOULD NOT EVEN LIFT UP HIS EYES TO HEAVEN... BEAT HIS BREAST. This was a sign of sorrow and remorse (compare Luke 23:48). GOD, BE MERCIFUL TO ME, A SINNER. The stark contrast between the sinner’s regret and the Pharisee’s self-righteousness is key to understanding the parable... [ Continue Reading ]
LUKE—NOTE ON LUKE 18:14 Jesus pronounces a shocking reversal of common expectations (see Luke 14:11 and Introduction: Key Themes). The Pharisee thought he was “righteous” (Luke 18:9) and tried to justify himself (compare Luke 16:15). The tax collector depended on God’s mercy. As a result he received... [ Continue Reading ]
LUKE—NOTE ON LUKE 18:15 TOUCH THEM. That is, bless them (compare Luke 5:13; Luke 6:19). WERE BRINGING suggests that this was a frequent occurrence in Jesus’ ministry. ⇐ ⇔ ⇒ var images = document.getElementsByTagName("img"); for (var i=0, len=images.length, img; i [ Continue Reading ]
LUKE—NOTE ON LUKE 18:16 LET THE CHILDREN COME. Jesus’ attitude toward children contrasted significantly with that of other religious leaders in Judaism. In most ancient cultures children were regarded as a burden until they were physically strong enough to contribute to the family. FOR TO SUCH BELON... [ Continue Reading ]
LUKE—NOTE ON LUKE 18:18 RULER. See note on Matt. 19:16. Probably a ruler of a synagogue (Luke 8:41) or member of the Sanhedrin (Luke 23:13; Luke 24:20). ⇐ ⇔ ⇒ var images = document.getElementsByT [ Continue Reading ]
LUKE—NOTE ON LUKE 18:19 WHY DO YOU CALL ME GOOD? Jesus does not let the ruler’s superficial view of “goodness” go unchallenged (see note on Mark 10:18). NO ONE IS GOOD EXCEPT GOD ALONE. Only by understanding that God is infinitely good can the ruler discover that human good deeds cannot earn eternal... [ Continue Reading ]
LUKE—NOTE ON LUKE 18:20 YOU KNOW THE COMMANDMENTS. See note on Matt. 19:17. “DO NOT.” Although only commandments 6 through 10 (Exodus 20:13) are mentioned, Luke expects his readers to assume that the first five (Exodus 20:1) are also included (see Luke 10:25). ⇐... [ Continue Reading ]
LUKE—NOTE ON LUKE 18:21 ALL THESE I HAVE KEPT FROM MY YOUTH. See note on Mark 10:20. ⇐ ⇔ ⇒ var images = document.getElementsByTagName("img"); for (var i=0, len=images.length, img; i [ Continue Reading ]
LUKE—NOTE ON LUKE 18:22 ONE THING YOU STILL LACK refers to the kingdom of God (vv. Luke 18:24), salvation (v. Luke 18:26), and eternal life (v. Luke 18:18). SELL ALL THAT YOU HAVE. See notes on Matt. 19:21; Mark 10:21. Compare Luke 5:11,... [ Continue Reading ]
LUKE—NOTE ON LUKE 18:23 VERY SAD. The ruler had kept neither the first commandment nor the tenth, for riches were his god and he desired them more than God. ⇐ ⇔ ⇒ var images = document.getElementsByTagName("img"); for (var i=0, len=images.length, img; i [ Continue Reading ]
LUKE—NOTE ON LUKE 18:25 IT IS EASIER FOR A CAMEL. See note on Matt. 19:24. It is impossible for anyone to enter God’s kingdom on the basis of works, or to desire God above all else, apart from God’s grace. ⇐ ⇔ ⇒ var images = document.getElementsByTagName("img"); for (var i=0, len=images.length, img... [ Continue Reading ]
LUKE—NOTE ON LUKE 18:26 WHO CAN BE SAVED? Riches were supposedly a sign of God’s favor. Jesus’ listeners must have wondered, if a rich man, able to offer alms and sacrifices, could not be saved, then who could be? ⇐ ⇔ ⇒ var images = document.getElementsByTagName("img"); for (var i=0, len=images.len... [ Continue Reading ]
LUKE—NOTE ON LUKE 18:27 WHAT IS IMPOSSIBLE WITH MAN IS POSSIBLE WITH GOD (compare Luke 1:37; Genesis 18:14). Because of God’s power and grace, repenting and following Jesus is possible (see Luke 18:28), even for a rich man (Luke 19:1). ⇐... [ Continue Reading ]
LUKE—NOTE ON LUKE 18:29 WHO HAS LEFT HOUSE OR WIFE OR BROTHERS OR PARENTS OR CHILDREN. Jesus is not encouraging his disciples to abandon their families (compare Ephesians 5:25; Ephesians 6:4), but sometimes family members turn against a believer, or there may be times of temporary separation due to... [ Continue Reading ]
LUKE—NOTE ON LUKE 18:31 WE ARE GOING UP TO JERUSALEM. See note on Mark 10:32; see Luke 9:51; Luke 13:33; Luke 19:28. WILL BE ACCOMPLISHED. The cross is to be seen as the fulfillment of prophecy. ⇐ ⇔... [ Continue Reading ]
LUKE—NOTE ON LUKE 18:32 Jesus WILL BE DELIVERED OVER TO THE GENTILES. Just as Israel was handed over to Gentiles for punishment of their sin in the OT, so Jesus was handed over to bear God’s wrath for the sins of his people. See Acts 2:23. ⇐ ⇔ ⇒ var images = document.getElementsByTagName("img"); fo... [ Continue Reading ]
LUKE—NOTE ON LUKE 18:34 BUT THEY (the Twelve) UNDERSTOOD NONE OF THESE THINGS. They could not understand why Jesus was predicting this or how it could possibly fit into God’s plans for the Messiah. ⇐ ⇔ ⇒ var images = document.getElementsByTagName("img"); for (var i=0, len=images.length, img; i [ Continue Reading ]
LUKE—NOTE ON LUKE 18:35 A BLIND MAN. Named Bartimaeus in Mark 10:46. SITTING BY THE ROADSIDE. A good place to beg, for pilgrims heading to Jerusalem would tend to be generous. ⇐ ⇔ ⇒ var images = document.getElementsByTagName("img"); for (var i=0, len=images.length, img; i [ Continue Reading ]
LUKE—NOTE ON LUKE 18:38 Matthew reports two blind beggars; see note on Matt. 20:30–31. JESUS, SON OF DAVID, HAVE MERCY ON ME. See Luke 17:13. The blind man acknowledges Jesus as the Messiah. ⇐ ⇔ ⇒ var images = document.getElementsByTagName("img"); for (var i=0, len=images.length, img; i [ Continue Reading ]
LUKE—NOTE ON LUKE 18:41 LET ME RECOVER MY SIGHT confirms the man’s great faith. Rather than continuing to beg for money, he seeks a miracle. ⇐ ⇔ ⇒ var images = document.getElementsByTagName("img"); for (var i=0, len=images.length, img; i [ Continue Reading ]
LUKE—NOTE ON LUKE 18:42 YOUR FAITH HAS MADE YOU WELL. Literally, “saved you”; compare the same Greek verb in Luke 7:50; Luke 8:48. The blind man was healed both physically and spiritually. ⇐ ⇔ ⇒ var images = document.getElementsByTagName("img"); for (var i=0, len=images.length, img; i [ Continue Reading ]
LUKE—NOTE ON LUKE 18:43 More than healing takes place, because the beggar becomes Jesus’ disciple (compare Luke 9:23). GLORIFYING GOD. See Luke 4:15 and note on 4:13–15. ⇐ ⇔ ⇒ var images = document.getElementsByTagName("img"); for (var i=0, len=images.length, img; i [ Continue Reading ]