And when he heard this, he was very sorrowful: for he was very rich.
Luke
he book of Luke is the third Gospel in the New Testament, providing a detailed and orderly account of the life, ministry, teachings, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Written by the physician Luke, it emphasizes compassion, mercy, and the inclusion of all people—highlighting God’s care for the marginalized, the poor, and the outcast. Luke presents Jesus as the Savior for all humanity and the fulfillment of God’s promises.
Luke emphasizes both the historical accuracy and the transformative impact of Jesus’ ministry. Through parables, miracles, and personal encounters, readers see the depth of God’s love, the power of faith, and the call to repentance and discipleship. The Gospel also stresses prayer, worship, and the work of the Holy Spirit in guiding believers.
This Gospel encourages readers to live with compassion, humility, and obedience to God. Luke inspires faith, hope, and a deeper understanding of the inclusive and redemptive nature of God’s kingdom.
Explore the book of Luke to learn from Jesus’ teachings, witness His miracles, and grow in faith, compassion, and devotion to God.
Luke 18:24
And when Jesus saw that he was very sorrowful, he said, How hardly shall they that have riches enter into the kingdom of God!
Luke 18:25
For it is easier for a camel to go through a needle’s eye, than for a rich man to enter into the kingdom of God.
Luke 18:26
And they that heard it said, Who then can be saved?
Luke 18:27
And he said, The things which are impossible with men are possible with God.
Luke 18:28
Then Peter said, Lo, we have left all, and followed thee.
Luke 18:29
And he said unto them, Verily I say unto you, There is no man that hath left house, or parents, or brethren, or wife, or children, for the kingdom of God’s sake,
Luke 18:3
And there was a widow in that city; and she came unto him, saying, Avenge me of mine adversary.
Luke 18:30
Who shall not receive manifold more in this present time, and in the world to come life everlasting.
Luke 18:31
Then he took unto him the twelve, and said unto them, Behold, we go up to Jerusalem, and all things that are written by the prophets concerning the Son of man shall be accomplished.
Luke 18:32
For he shall be delivered unto the Gentiles, and shall be mocked, and spitefully entreated, and spitted on:
Luke 18:33
And they shall scourge him, and put him to death: and the third day he shall rise again.
Luke 18:34
And they understood none of these things: and this saying was hid from them, neither knew they the things which were spoken.
Luke 18:35
And it came to pass, that as he was come nigh unto Jericho, a certain blind man sat by the way side begging:
Luke 18:36
And hearing the multitude pass by, he asked what it meant.
Luke 18:37
And they told him, that Jesus of Nazareth passeth by.
Luke 18:38
And he cried, saying, Jesus, thou Son of David, have mercy on me.
Luke 18:39
And they which went before rebuked him, that he should hold his peace: but he cried so much the more, Thou Son of David, have mercy on me.
Luke 18:4
And he would not for a while: but afterward he said within himself, Though I fear not God, nor regard man;
Luke 18:40
And Jesus stood, and commanded him to be brought unto him: and when he was come near, he asked him,
Luke 18:41
Saying, What wilt thou that I shall do unto thee? And he said, Lord, that I may receive my sight.
Luke 18:42
And Jesus said unto him, Receive thy sight: thy faith hath saved thee.
Luke 18:43
And immediately he received his sight, and followed him, glorifying God: and all the people, when they saw it, gave praise unto God.
Luke 18:5
Yet because this widow troubleth me, I will avenge her, lest by her continual coming she weary me.
Luke 18:6
And the Lord said, Hear what the unjust judge saith.
Luke 18:7
And shall not God avenge his own elect, which cry day and night unto him, though he bear long with them?
Luke 18:8
I tell you that he will avenge them speedily. Nevertheless when the Son of man cometh, shall he find faith on the earth?
Luke 18:9
And he spake this parable unto certain which trusted in themselves that they were righteous, and despised others:
Luke 19:1
And Jesus entered and passed through Jericho.
Luke 19:10
For the Son of man is come to seek and to save that which was lost.