Lesson 171: Luke 10:27
The Blueprint — The Verse
He answered, “‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength and with all your mind’ and ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’”
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The Context — The History
A lawyer tests JesusJesus of Nazareth, also called the Christ or the Messiah, is the central figure of the New Testament and the fulfillment of God’s redemptive plan. Born in the line of David, He taught with divine authority, performed miracles, and revealed the kingdom of God. Through His crucifixion and resurrection, Jesus provides atonement, salvation, and restored relationship with God. He is... More on the road to Jerusalem. The Shema () and formed the heart of Jewish piety; JesusJesus of Nazareth, also called the Christ or the Messiah, is the central figure of the New Testament and the fulfillment of God’s redemptive plan. Born in the line of David, He taught with divine authority, performed miracles, and revealed the kingdom of God. Through His crucifixion and resurrection, Jesus provides atonement, salvation, and restored relationship with God. He is... More unites love for God and neighbor as the law's summary.
The Narrative — The Lead-Up
When asked what must be done to inherit eternal life, the lawyer cites the law. JesusJesus of Nazareth, also called the Christ or the Messiah, is the central figure of the New Testament and the fulfillment of God’s redemptive plan. Born in the line of David, He taught with divine authority, performed miracles, and revealed the kingdom of God. Through His crucifixion and resurrection, Jesus provides atonement, salvation, and restored relationship with God. He is... More affirms his answer and tells the parable of the Good Samaritan to redefine who counts as a neighbor.
The Echo — Follow-on Verses
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He said to him, “What is written in the law? How do you read it?”
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He said to him, “You have answered correctly. Do this, and you will live.”
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Discussion
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Which part of loving God u2014 heart, soul, strength, or mind u2014 needs growth in you?
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Who is your 'neighbor' that you tend to overlook?
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How do love for God and neighbor connect in daily choices?
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