The Gospel of Luke is one of the most beautifully written books in all of Scripture. Authored by a physician and close companion of the Apostle Paul, Luke’s Gospel is marked by careful attention to detail, a deep concern for the poor and marginalized, and an expansive vision of God’s grace extended to all people. Luke gives us some of the Bible’s most beloved stories — the birth of Jesus, the parable of the prodigal son, and the account of the thief on the cross — and some of its most stirring verses. These key passages from the Gospel of Luke in the New Living Translation capture the heart of Jesus’ mission: to seek and save the lost, to lift up the lowly, and to bring good news to every corner of the world.

Luke 1:37

“For nothing is impossible with God.”

Luke 2:10-11 

“Don’t be afraid! I bring you good news that will bring great joy to all people. The Savior—yes, the Messiah, the Lord—has been born today in Bethlehem, the city of David!”

Luke 4:18

“The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, for he has anointed me to bring Good News to the poor.”

Luke 6:36

“You must be compassionate, just as your Father is compassionate.”

Luke 9:23

“If any of you wants to be my follower, you must give up your own way, take up your cross daily, and follow me.”

Luke 15:7

“There is more joy in heaven over one lost sinner who repents and returns to God than over ninety-nine others who are righteous and haven’t strayed away.”

Luke 19:10

“For the Son of Man came to seek and save those who are lost.”

Luke 23:34

“Father, forgive them, for they don’t know what they are doing.”

A team of over 100 leading biblical scholars meticulously translated the best Hebrew, Greek, and Aramaic texts into the contemporary English of the New Living Translation (NLT), blending the highest accuracy with exceptional clarity. The result is the accurate, understandable, and audibly enjoyable Bible translation that you can trust and easily apply to your life. Learn more on the official NLT website: NewLivingTranslation.com.