As we conclude this Lenten devotional series, one theme that should be apparent by now, is that Luke is very thorough in the details he writes about in his gospel. Being so meticulous in his writing should be expected from Luke, who was a physician in the first century. From the beginning of the gospel he is clear that he has investigated things thoroughly. He is clear on who was King, who was governor, geographical locations of different events. Luke writes the longest gospel of the four, making sure to be as thorough as possible with his accounts of the life of Jesus Christ. Luke concludes his gospel by detailing evidence of the resurrection, the centerpiece of the Christian faith. Luke is clear, Jesus was no ghost, he was flesh and bones who was dead and raised again. Luke concludes his gospel with Jesus blessing his followers and they watch him ascend to heaven. As followers of Jesus today, Jesus continues to bless those who believe in Him and call upon his name. After Jesus blessed the disciples the text says they worshipped him and were full of joy. As we head into our Easter services this Sunday, let us remember the ways Christ has blessed each of us and may we worship Christ with great joy this Easter!

 

Devotion by Robert Bannan