Luke in 50 Days

A Journey Through the Gospel of Luke

About the show

In this podcast, Jeff Cavins and Dr. Scott Powell will explore the life of Christ through the Gospel of Luke.

Episodes

  • Day 50: The Conclusion and Next Steps

    March 5th, 2025  |  17 mins 52 secs
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    Jeff and Scott conclude this podcast series by giving an overview of St. Luke the gospel writer and briefly explaining the second part to this story which is the Book of Acts. They also encourage listeners with other ways they can continue growing in understanding of the Bible and the spiritual life.

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    Day 49: Jesus Appears to His Disciples

    March 4th, 2025  |  17 mins 45 secs
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    Jeff and Scott go through the last verses of the Gospel and unpack the significance of Jesus appearing to his disciples. They explain how, in this Gospel, Jesus highlights how he opened their minds to understand the Scriptures and calls them to be a witness to all they have seen and heard. Today's reading: Luke 24:36-53

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    Day 48: The Walk to Emmaus

    March 3rd, 2025  |  20 mins 51 secs
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    Jeff and Scott examine the events after the Resurrection of Jesus, particularly the story of the two disciples on the road to Emmaus. They walk through this story of the Emmaus journey, discussing how it may have been the greatest Bible study of all time. Today's reading: Luke 24:1-35

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    Day 47: The Crucifixion of Jesus

    March 2nd, 2025  |  22 mins 52 secs
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    Jeff and Scott discuss the events of the Crucifixion and point out how Jesus is the fulfillment of all that was foretold in the Old Testament. They go through the history of crucifixion in the Roman Empire and and focus on the various biblical characters who are part of these events. Today's reading: Luke 23:26-56

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    Day 46: Jesus Sentenced to Death

    March 1st, 2025  |  20 mins 14 secs
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    Jeff and Scott walk us through Jesus' sentencing to death. They highlight parallels to the Old Testament and how these moments fulfill numerous prophecies that foretold this moment. Today's reading: Luke 23:1-25

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    Day 45: The Betrayal and Arrest of Jesus

    February 28th, 2025  |  17 mins 5 secs
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    Jeff and Scott talk about the events surrounding Jesus' arrest on the Mount of Olives. They walk through the progression of those events and how Jesus remains fully in control at each stage of the arrest. Today's reading: Luke 22:35-71

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    Day 44: The Last Supper

    February 27th, 2025  |  24 mins 5 secs
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    Jeff and Scott compare the Last Supper with the institution of Passover and the release of the Egyptians from bondage. They also discuss the various aspects of the Last Supper meal with the celebration of the Mass that we participate in today. Today's reading: Luke 22:1-34

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    Day 43: Jesus as the Temple

    February 26th, 2025  |  18 mins 18 secs
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    Jeff and Scott step back from the readings to explore another central theme in Luke's Gospel, which is the Temple. They explore the significance of a temple though a historical, theological, and spiritual lens. They also discuss what the centrality of the Temple meant in the Old Testament and how Jesus transforms the understanding of the Temple in the New Testament.

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    Day 42: The Destruction of the Temple Foretold

    February 25th, 2025  |  24 mins 9 secs
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    Jeff and Scott talk about the meaning and history surrounding the Temple and how it relates to Jesus through both Old and New Testament connections. They describe how to read the apocalyptic writing of the Gospel of Luke and how it relates to Daniel 7. Today's reading: Luke 21:1-38

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    Day 41: Questions for Jesus

    February 24th, 2025  |  21 mins 18 secs
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    Jeff and Scott examine the nuances of the various questions the Pharisees and Sadducees use to try and trap Jesus. They explain how Jesus uses his answers to make a definitive statement about the Temple, salvation history, and himself. Today's reading: Luke 20:20-47

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    Day 40: The Authority of Jesus Questioned

    February 23rd, 2025  |  18 mins 8 secs
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    Jeff and Scott discuss how Jesus teaches with authority, unlike the other rabbis of his time. They also examine the parable of the wicked tenants and how Jesus is using this parable to relate the story of salvation history. Today's reading: Luke 20:1-19

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    Day 39: Jesus' Entry into Jerusalem

    February 22nd, 2025  |  22 mins 12 secs
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    Jeff and Scott explore Old Testament stories that prefigure Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem. They cover multiple connections with the Passover, King Solomon, Macabees, and Ezekiel 10. Today's reading: Luke 19:28-48

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    Day 38: Jesus and Zacchaeus

    February 21st, 2025  |  22 mins 50 secs
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    Jeff and Scott share different insights about the story of Jesus and Zacchaeus. They highlight the historical and cultural context in this section of readings, along with a technique Jesus is using to speak directly to the leaders. Today's reading: Luke 19:1-27

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    Day 37: Spiritual Blindness

    February 20th, 2025  |  23 mins 5 secs
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    Jeff and Scott talk about several parables and point out how Jesus lifted up people who were considered unfavorable or were despised to highlight the theme of Jubilee. They also discuss the story of Jesus' encounter with the rich ruler, which shows how Jesus is preaching an internal understanding of the law in the heart, not just righteous external actions. Today's reading: Luke 18:1-43

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    Day 36: The Present Age and the Age to Come

    February 19th, 2025  |  12 mins 53 secs
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    Jeff and Scott step back from the readings to explore another central theme in Luke's Gospel, which is the theme of ages—the present age and the age to come. They discuss what can be seen in the Scriptures and how Jesus sometimes reveals what is happening that cannot readily be seen except through the eyes of faith.

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    Day 35: Jesus Cleanses Ten Lepers

    February 18th, 2025  |  18 mins 29 secs
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    Jeff and Scott discuss the themes of gratitude and graciousness in the story of Jesus' cleansing of the 10 lepers. They also offer their perspectives on the leper that returned to thank Jesus and his Samaritan background. Today's reading: Luke 17:1-37