Luke 10,17-37
The Return of the Seventy-Two
Luke 10:17–20
17 The seventy-two returned with joy, saying, “Lord, even the demons are subject to us in your name!”
18 And he said to them, “I saw Satan fall like lightning from heaven.
19 Behold, I have given you authority to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy, and nothing shall hurt you.
20 Nevertheless, do not rejoice in this, that the spirits are subject to you, but rejoice that your names are written in heaven.”
Jesus Rejoices in the Father’s Will
Luke 10:21–24
21 In that same hour he rejoiced in the Holy Spirit and said,
“I thank you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, that you have hidden these things from the wise and understanding and revealed them to little children; yes, Father, for such was your gracious will.
22 All things have been handed over to me by my Father, and no one knows who the Son is except the Father, or who the Father is except the Son and anyone to whom the Son chooses to reveal him.”
23 Then, turning to the disciples privately, he said,
“Blessed are the eyes that see what you see!
24 For I tell you that many prophets and kings desired to see what you see, and did not see it, and to hear what you hear, and did not hear it.”
The Parable of the Good Samaritan
Luke 10:25–37
25 And behold, a lawyer stood up to put him to the test, saying,
“Teacher, what shall I do to inherit eternal life?”
26 He said to him,
“What is written in the Law? How do you read it?”
27 And he answered,
“You shall 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 your neighbor as yourself.”
28 And he said to him,
“You have answered correctly; do this, and you will live.”
29 But he, desiring to justify himself, said to Jesus,
“And who is my neighbor?”
30 Jesus replied,
“A man was going down from Jerusalem to Jericho, and he fell among robbers, who stripped him and beat him and departed, leaving him half dead.
31 Now by chance a priest was going down that road, and when he saw him, he passed by on the other side.
32 So likewise a Levite, when he came to the place and saw him, passed by on the other side.
33 But a Samaritan, as he journeyed, came to where he was, and when he saw him, he had compassion.
34 He went to him and bound up his wounds, pouring on oil and wine. Then he set him on his own animal and brought him to an inn and took care of him.
35 And the next day he took out two denarii and gave them to the innkeeper, saying,
‘Take care of him, and whatever more you spend, I will repay you when I come back.’
36 Which of these three, do you think, proved to be a neighbor to the man who fell among the robbers?”
37 He said,
“The one who showed him mercy.”
And Jesus said to him,
“You go, and do likewise.”
Introduction
Hello everyone, I am Kiki.
The Chinese name of the second phase of our program is “读经大讲堂”.
The English name is “Bible Study.”
We adopt a relaxed and enjoyable learning mode to lead you into a new learning world.
Each time, I will share a personal summary and analysis from a learner’s perspective. Then Sister Ingrid will help guide us into deeper study and discussion.
I hope this interesting and interactive process brings you a fresh learning experience.
Below is my discussion with Sister Ingrid on today’s passage.
Today is the 29th lecture on the Gospel of Luke.
Everyone is welcome to leave messages in the comments for discussion!
2. My Summary of the 29th Study of Luke
Well everyone, here is my personal study summary for today.
Today’s passage from Luke teaches three closely connected lessons:
First, when Jesus’ followers proudly report their power over demons, Jesus redirects them. True joy does not come from spiritual power, but from knowing that we belong to God.
Second, Jesus prays with gratitude and explains that God reveals His truth not to the proud or self-important, but to humble and trusting people.
Third, a religious expert asks, “Who is my neighbor?”
Jesus answers with the parable of the Good Samaritan. A hated outsider shows greater compassion than respected religious leaders. Jesus teaches that a true “neighbor” is not defined by identity or labels, but by showing mercy in action—even to enemies.
So we should find our joy in God’s love, remain humble, and let that love lead us to serve others—everyone, every time.
Now, Sister Ingrid will continue with a deeper reflection.
3. Sister Ingrid’s Comment on My Study Summary
Hello sister, you have already summarized today’s text very well.
In the first passage, we must distinguish between what is temporary on earth and what is eternal. The authority given to the seventy-two was only for their earthly mission. However, having one’s name written in the Book of Life is eternal.
In the second part, Jesus rejoices and tells the disciples that they have a great privilege: they are able to see what many people before them longed to see but never could.
At the end of the passage, Jesus responds to a man who wants to justify himself by asking who his neighbor is.
Jesus uses a hated Samaritan to show that our neighbor is not always someone respected or admired. It can also be someone we dislike or look down on.
Jesus was on His way to the cross, and teachings like this led Him there. He did not seek the approval of religious leaders, but looked at the hearts of those who followed Him.
4. Question List (Based on Luke – Lesson 29)
Based on today’s Bible study, I would like to ask Sister Ingrid some questions.
We hope these questions help brothers and sisters who are new to the Christian faith.
1. Why were Jesus’ followers so excited when they returned?
They were joyful because even the demons had to obey them and leave the possessed people.
2. What did Jesus tell them to rejoice in instead of their power?
They should rejoice that their names are written in the Book of Life.
3. What did Jesus say He saw fall from heaven like lightning?
He saw Satan fall from heaven like lightning.
4. To whom does God reveal His truth—according to Jesus?
To little children (the humble and trusting).
5. What question did the lawyer ask to test Jesus?
“Who is my neighbor?”
6. What two great commandments did the lawyer mention?
To love the Lord your God with all your heart, and to love your neighbor as yourself.
7. What happened to the man traveling from Jerusalem to Jericho?
He was attacked by robbers.
8. Which two people passed by without helping him?
A priest and a Levite.
9. Why was it surprising that the Samaritan helped?
Because Samaritans and Jews were enemies.
10. How did Jesus redefine who a neighbor is?
A neighbor is the one who shows mercy.
