I like having a portal with our doctors as I am able to go home and read for myself all which was being typed while we were in the exam room.
Their summaries often include details about our conversations and their observations, some of which are helpful and interesting. Details which may have missed my eyes come to light.
The Gospel of Luke is just like reading a doctor’s summary. He is a doctor by profession, called by Jesus, to follow Him. Yet Luke does not leave his professional abilities behind. He brings them along as he follows Jesus and this is for our benefit.
Luke tells us there were many who took to writing about the events which took place during Jesus’ lifetime.
“Many people have set out to write accounts about the events that have been fulfilled among us. They used the eyewitness reports circulating among us from the early disciples.” (Luke 1:1-2, NLT)
Even so, Luke was compelled to write and document all he had seen and witnessed.
“it seemed fitting for me as well, having investigated everything carefully from the beginning, to write it out for you in consecutive order, most excellent Theophilus.“ (verse 3, NASB)
With so much already written, why would Luke feel to also share his experiences?
“so that you may know the exact truth about the things you have been taught.” (verse 4, NASB)
Another ‘so that’ for us to give our attention.
Being a doctor by profession, Luke was detail oriented, had a methodical process to recording events, and had been an eye witness to many of the events during Jesus’ time on earth.
Luke desired for Theophilus, and us, to know and be assured of the truth.
The exact truth.
Jesus will come, has come, and will appear again.
We pray individually and corporately with probably every prayer ending in “Amen.” Have you ever given thought to why that is? In her post, “The Power of Amen” (Here), Paula Short writes: “The next time you pray, pause for a moment and consider the significance of the word “Amen.” It’s more than just a customary phrase; it’s a powerful spiritual tool that can amplify the impact of your prayers.” You’ll be encouraged and blessed as you read her post.
Come, sit a spell. Bring your coffee, your posts, and your thoughts. If you link up, kindly visit those who have drawn up a seat around you.
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We don’t have that facility of a portal into our Doctor’s notes here in Australia Joanne but I would definitely welcome it!
I love your following statement;
“The exact truth.
Jesus will come, has come, and will appear again.” Amen!
Blessings, Jennifer ☺️
I like patient portals, too. My doctor isn’t very good about summarizing what he said at the visit, but I like having access to lab results and such. I can’t remember all the numbers he shares, so it’s helpful to be able to look them up.
I love Luke’s careful attention to detail. And I love his purpose—so that we may know exact details about Christ’s life on earth.
I’m loving this “so that” series.
I just had another thought—I don’t know if Luke intended for anyone but his friend to read his account. We never know how God may use what we share with others.
Joanne, I love the “so that” verses. It reminds me that God wants us to know, to be secure in Him and not to fear anything ahead. “So that you may know”, brings such comfort for he God of all comfort!
Joanne, I’ll be thinking of this portal post the next time I’m maneuvering around My Chart …
The health portals have really helped me better understand how to help my mother make life-style changes for better daily health. Some scores can show life-saving changes are needed immediately. Her test scores provide some of the best information to help guide us. There is so much more peace since she has made those changes. I am so glad we have gospel writers “so that” we can make the best changes for daily soul health! Grace & Blessings to you this week, my friend!
I love Luke’s account and you added a new layer of appreciation for it today!
I wish we had those health portals here – it sounds really helpful! I love Luke’s account of Jesus’ life and how he has clearly taken the time to research it thoroughly.
I am fascinated by the way individual personalities shaped the writing of our sacred text. God is so honoring of our uniqueness —his creation.
I think we all write for a similar reason as Dr. Luke. It’s probably all been written before, but not from my perspective. Your life experiences reveal nuggets of revelation I might not have seen in the same scripture.
I think we also feel compelled to share what we know, what we believe, and what we’ve experienced in our own lives. May God use our words, experiences, and His word to rescue and save all who read.
Bless you, Joanne 🎄