This
is a good study of the majority of the gospel of Luke. Wiggenhorn has
done lots of research and adds supplementary historical and cultural
information throughout the study. There are a few journeys into the
Greek text but not many. The writing style is pleasant to read and
this would make a good study for someone wanting to study the life of
Jesus as shown through Luke, whether for the first time or as a
reacquainting experience. Wiggenhorn provides many opportunities to
relate the information in the gospel to everyday life.
Unfortunately,
some passages of Luke are not covered. Luke 12:49-59 is an example.
There, Jesus talked about bringing division, a topic Wiggenhorn did
not cover. The last half of Luke chapter 11 is also ignored.
Potential Bible study leaders should know which passages are ignored
and be prepared to answers questions on those passages from their own
independent research.
Each
of the 40 lessons (8 weeks) is designed to take about twenty to
thirty minutes to complete. It begins with a Bible passage and a
theme title. Questions help readers contemplate the Scripture verses
and apply the principles to life. Space is given for drawing or
otherwise responding to time spent in relationship with God. Some of
the questions are also suitable for group discussion and additional
free resources are available at a website given in the text.
You
can read an excerpt here.
My rating: 4/5 stars.
ERICA
WIGGENHORN is
the founder of Every Life Ministries, bringing the truths of
Scripture to transform lives. She teaches in various local and
national venues and serves on the women's ministry leadership team
for her church. She's also taught women in the Arizona State Prison
system, and overseas. She loves to bring God's Word through Bible
teaching, conferences, seminars and retreats. A graduate of Azusa
Pacific University, Erica lives in Phoenix with her husband,
Jonathan, and their two children, Eliana and Nathan. For more
information about Erica, her Bible studies, and writing/speaking
ministry, visit www.EricaWiggenhorn.com.
Moody
Publishers, 256 pages.
I
received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher. My
comments are an independent and honest review.
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