Luke 17

Temptations to Sin

1 Then said he unto the disciples, It is impossible but that offences will come: but woe unto him, through whom they come! Parallel theme: Matthew 16:23, 18:7, Romans 14:13, 16:17, 1 Corinthians 8:13, 10:32, 11:19, Revelation 2:14, 2:20 +4

2 It were better for him that a millstone were hanged about his neck, and he cast into the sea, than that he should offend one of these little ones. Parallel theme: Matthew 18:10, 18:14, Mark 9:42

3 Take heed to yourselves: If thy brother trespass against thee, rebuke him; and if he repent, forgiveForgive: ἀφίημι (Aphiemi). The Greek aphiemi (ἀφίημι) means to send away or release—canceling a debt or dismissing an offense. Jesus taught us to pray 'forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors' (Matthew 6:12). him. Parallel theme: Exodus 34:12, Leviticus 19:17, Deuteronomy 4:9, 4:23, Psalms 141:5, Proverbs 9:8, 27:5, Matthew 18:21, Hebrews 12:15, James 5:19 +5

4 And if he trespass against thee seven times in a day, and seven times in a day turn again to thee, saying, I repentRepent: μετανοέω (Metanoeo). The Greek metanoeo (μετανοέω) means to change one's mind or purpose—a complete transformation of thinking. John the Baptist and Jesus both began their ministries with 'Repent: for the kingdom of heaven is at hand' (Matthew 3:2; 4:17).; thou shalt forgive him. Parallel theme: Matthew 5:44, 6:12, 18:16, 18:35, Romans 12:20

Increase Our Faith

5 And the apostles said unto the LordLord: Κύριος (Kurios). The Greek Kurios (Κύριος) means 'lord' or 'master,' used both for human masters and divinely for God the Father and Jesus Christ. Its application to Jesus affirms His deity, as it translates YHWH in the Septuagint., Increase our faith. Faith: Mark 9:24, 2 Thessalonians 1:3, Hebrews 12:2. References Lord: Luke 7:13. Parallel theme: Mark 6:30, Philippians 4:13

6 And the Lord said, If ye had faithFaith: πίστις (Pistis). The Greek pistis (πίστις) denotes faith, belief, or trust—confidence in God's character and promises. It's both intellectual assent and relational trust, central to justification (Romans 5:1). as a grain of mustard seed, ye might say unto this sycamine tree, Be thou plucked up by the root, and be thou planted in the sea; and it should obey you. Faith: Matthew 17:20, 21:21, Mark 9:23, 1 Corinthians 13:2. Parallel theme: Luke 13:19

Unworthy Servants

7 But which of you, having a servant plowing or feeding cattle, will say unto him by and by, when he is come from the field, Go and sit down to meat?

8 And will not rather say unto him, Make ready wherewith I may sup, and gird thyself, and serve me, till I have eaten and drunken; and afterward thou shalt eat and drink? Parallel theme: Luke 12:37, Genesis 43:16

9 Doth he thank that servant because he did the things that were commanded him? I trow not.

10 So likewise ye, when ye shall have done all those things which are commanded you, say, We are unprofitable servants: we have done that which was our duty to do. Parallel theme: Isaiah 6:5, 64:6, Matthew 25:30, Romans 3:12, 11:35

Jesus Cleanses Ten Lepers

11 And it came to pass, as he went to Jerusalem, that he passed through the midst of Samaria and Galilee.

12 And as he entered into a certain village, there met him ten men that were lepers, which stood afar off: Parallel theme: Luke 5:12, 18:13, 2 Kings 5:27, 7:3

13 And they lifted up their voices, and said, Jesus, Master, have mercy on us. Grace: Matthew 9:27, 15:22. Parallel theme: Mark 9:22

14 And when he saw them, he said unto them, Go shew yourselves unto the priests. And it came to pass, that, as they went, they were cleansed. Parallel theme: Luke 5:14, 2 Kings 5:14, Matthew 3:15, John 11:10

15 And one of them, when he saw that he was healed, turned back, and with a loud voice glorified GodGod: Θεός (Theos). The Greek Theos (Θεός) refers to deity, used both for the one true God and false gods. Context determines whether it denotes the Father specifically or the Godhead generally., Glory: Matthew 9:8. Parallel theme: John 5:14, 9:38

16 And fell down on his face at his feet, giving him thanks: and he was a Samaritan. Parallel theme: Matthew 10:5, John 4:9, Acts 1:8, Revelation 4:10, 5:14, 19:10

17 And Jesus answering said, Were there not ten cleansed? but where are the nine? Parallel theme: Genesis 3:9, Psalms 106:13, Romans 1:21

18 There are not found that returned to give gloryGlory: δόξα (Doxa). The Greek doxa (δόξα) means glory, splendor, or magnificence—the radiant manifestation of God's perfection. Christ revealed the Father's glory: 'we beheld his glory' (John 1:14). to God, save this stranger. Salvation: Psalms 50:23. Glory: Isaiah 42:12, Revelation 14:7. Parallel theme: Psalms 106:13

19 And he said unto him, Arise, go thy way: thy faithFaith: πίστις (Pistis). The Greek pistis (πίστις) denotes faith, belief, or trust—confidence in God's character and promises. It's both intellectual assent and relational trust, central to justification (Romans 5:1). hath made thee whole. Faith: Luke 7:50, 8:48, 18:42, Matthew 9:22, Mark 5:34, 10:52

The Coming of the Kingdom

20 And when he was demanded of the Pharisees, when the kingdom of GodGod: Θεός (Theos). The Greek Theos (Θεός) refers to deity, used both for the one true God and false gods. Context determines whether it denotes the Father specifically or the Godhead generally. should come, he answered them and said, The kingdom of God cometh not with observation: Kingdom: Luke 10:11, 16:16, 19:11, Daniel 2:44, John 18:36. Parallel theme: Zechariah 4:6

21 Neither shall they say, Lo here! or, lo there! for, behold, the kingdomKingdom: βασιλεία (Basileia). The Greek basileia (βασιλεία) means kingdom—both the realm ruled and the exercise of royal authority. The 'kingdom of God' is central to Jesus' teaching, representing God's saving rule breaking into history. of God is within you. Kingdom: Matthew 12:28, Romans 14:17. References God: Colossians 1:27. Parallel theme: Luke 17:23, 21:8, Mark 13:21

The Day of the Son of Man

22 And he said unto the disciples, The days will come, when ye shall desire to see one of the days of the Son of man, and ye shall not see it. Parallel theme: Luke 5:35, Matthew 9:15, Mark 2:20, John 13:33

23 And they shall say to you, See here; or, see there: go not after them, nor follow them. Parallel theme: Luke 17:21, 21:8

24 For as the lightning, that lighteneth out of the one part under heavenHeaven: οὐρανός (Ouranos). The Greek ouranos (οὐρανός) denotes heaven—God's throne and the believer's eternal home. Jesus taught His disciples to pray 'Our Father which art in heaven' (Matthew 6:9) and promised to prepare a place there (John 14:2)., shineth unto the other part under heaven; so shall also the Son of man be in his day. Light: Zechariah 9:14, Matthew 24:27. Parallel theme: Matthew 24:30, 1 Thessalonians 5:2, 2 Thessalonians 2:2, James 5:8, 2 Peter 3:10 +2

25 But first must he suffer many things, and be rejected of this generation. Parallel theme: Luke 9:22, 18:33, Isaiah 53:3, Matthew 16:21, 21:42, Mark 8:31, 12:10, John 1:11 +3

26 And as it was in the days of Noe, so shall it be also in the days of the Son of man. Parallel theme: Luke 17:22, 17:24, Genesis 6:5, 6:7, Hebrews 11:7, 2 Peter 2:5, 3:6 +2

27 They did eat, they drank, they married wives, they were given in marriage, until the day that Noe entered into the ark, and the flood came, and destroyed them all.

28 Likewise also as it was in the days of Lot; they did eat, they drank, they bought, they sold, they planted, they builded;

29 But the same day that Lot went out of Sodom it rained fire and brimstone from heavenHeaven: οὐρανός (Ouranos). The Greek ouranos (οὐρανός) denotes heaven—God's throne and the believer's eternal home. Jesus taught His disciples to pray 'Our Father which art in heaven' (Matthew 6:9) and promised to prepare a place there (John 14:2)., and destroyed them all. Parallel theme: Isaiah 13:19, Jeremiah 50:40, Zephaniah 2:9, 2 Peter 2:6, Jude 1:7, Revelation 11:8

30 Even thus shall it be in the day when the Son of man is revealed. Parallel theme: Luke 21:27, Matthew 16:27, 24:3, 24:37, 26:64, Mark 13:26, 1 Corinthians 1:7, 2 Thessalonians 1:7, 1 Peter 1:13, Revelation 1:7 +5

31 In that day, he which shall be upon the housetop, and his stuff in the house, let him not come down to take it away: and he that is in the field, let him likewise not return back. Parallel theme: Luke 21:21, Jeremiah 45:5

32 Remember Lot's wife. Parallel theme: Genesis 19:17, 19:26

33 Whosoever shall seek to saveSave: σῴζω (Sozo). The Greek sozo (σῴζω) means to save—deliverance from sin, death, and judgment. 'Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved' (Acts 16:31). The word also encompasses physical healing and spiritual wholeness. his life shall lose it; and whosoever shall lose his life shall preserve it. Salvation: Matthew 16:25. Parallel theme: Matthew 10:39, John 12:25, Revelation 2:10

34 I tell you, in that night there shall be two men in one bed; the one shall be taken, and the other shall be left. Parallel theme: Matthew 24:25, 2 Peter 2:9

35 Two women shall be grinding together; the one shall be taken, and the other left. Parallel theme: Matthew 24:41

36 Two men shall be in the field; the one shall be taken, and the other left.

37 And they answered and said unto him, Where, LordLord: Κύριος (Kurios). The Greek Kurios (Κύριος) means 'lord' or 'master,' used both for human masters and divinely for God the Father and Jesus Christ. Its application to Jesus affirms His deity, as it translates YHWH in the Septuagint.? And he said unto them, Wheresoever the body is, thither will the eagles be gathered together. Parallel theme: Matthew 24:28