The main doctrines of systematic theology that Luke stressed were Christology, soteriology, pneumatology, and eschatology. There is much emphasis on the glory of God, prayer, miracles, the divine plan that Jesus fulfilled, Israel, believing, discipleship, forgiveness, and God's Word.3
Luke stressed Jesus' concern for all people, especially for individuals that society of His day despised such as the poor, women, children, and "sinners."He used the Greek term nomikos, which means "lawyer,"rather than the Hebrew term grammateus, meaning "scribe."He emphasized Jesus' practical teachings, such as what He taught about money (cf. chs. 12 and 16).
"In terms of its worldview, its theology, and its practical presentation of principles, this Gospel explains how we can serve God better."4
Luke showed interest in purpose, fulfillment, and accomplishment. He documented the joy that resulted from Jesus' saving and healing works. He stressed Jesus' call for people to become His disciples. He portrayed Jesus as dependent on the Holy Spirit and on the Father through prayer. Finally, Luke recorded many examples of Jesus' power.
"Luke's Gospel gives a reader a more comprehensive grasp of the history of the period than the other Gospels. He presented more facts about the earthly life of Jesus than did Matthew, Mark, or John."5
This is the longest book in the New Testament. Together with Acts it comprises about 27% of the Greek New Testament.6Luke is the longest book in the New Testament, Matthew is second, and Acts is third, but only slightly shorter than Matthew.
