Published under the title “Elahi Shifa”, the Gospel of Luke is the third book of the New Testament, attributed to Luke. By profession, Luke was a physician and a close companion and fellow traveler of the Apostle Paul. He wrote this Gospel with careful order and great attention to detail, drawing on historical research and the testimonies of eyewitnesses.
This Gospel was written especially for non-Jewish readers to show that the salvation of our Lord Jesus Christ is for all people—both Jews and non-Jews. Luke’s Gospel emphasizes the humanity of Christ, His compassion, and His mercy toward the weak and sinful.
It contains the most detailed account of the birth of the Lord Jesus, including the angel Gabriel’s appearance to Mary, the shepherds receiving the good news, and the presentation in the temple. It also includes several parables found only in Luke, such as “The Good Samaritan” and “The Prodigal Son.”
The Gospel of Luke proclaims that salvation is for everyone who believes, and that the Kingdom of God is founded on love, mercy, and forgiveness. The book concludes with the death, resurrection, and ascension of the Lord Jesus Christ—a message of hope and assurance.