Luke 1:1-4
Who was Luke?
Luke wrote what we call “the gospel of Luke” to someone named Theophilus. Here’s what we know about Luke:
- He was a Gentile (non-Jew);
- He was a medical doctor;
- He traveled with the apostle Paul;
- He also wrote the book of Acts in which we read about Paul.
Who was Theophilus?
- He was probably also a Gentile;
- He wanted to know more about Jesus;
- He may have been a new believer;
- His name means “lover of God.”
Are you a “lover of God”? To be just that how would we act? I think we’d be eager to be in his presence as much as possible.
When I was younger, I was made to go to church by my parents. I’m glad they did. Even as a young adult, I could take or leave church. If I felt too tired, I wouldn’t go. Some of my friends encouraged me to start going to church with them, and now I am at the point where I can’t wait to worship God during that special time when I gather with other believers.
It’s not that I only go to socialize, because, yes, that is part of it. It’s not to get on an emotional high. “I love Jesus!” I am thankful I am at the point in my life where I find spiritual renewal when I attend worship at my church. I need that after a week of temptations and disappointments.
But being a “lover of God” also means I want to see him every day. That is why I try to include prayer and scripture as habits –healthy habits– every day I possible can until it’s time for gathering with other believers.
When you love someone, you want to be with them. That is how I try to maintain my relationship with Jesus. Spending time with him every day.
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