Devotional about Short Bible Study: Luke 10:25

Short Bible Study: Luke 10:25

Seeking to Inherit Eternal Life

One day an expert in the law stood up to test Jesus. “Teacher,” he asked, “what must I do to inherit eternal life?”

1. We should approach Jesus with a genuine desire to know the way to eternal life.

2. Our search for eternal life should lead us to seeking Jesus and His teachings.

Journal Prompts

• What does inheriting eternal life mean to you?
• How can you demonstrate a genuine desire to seek Jesus and His teachings?
• Have there been moments when you’ve tested Jesus in your own life?

Prayer

Dear Lord, thank you for the guidance on the path to eternal life. Help me to seek you with a genuine and open heart. I want to inherit eternal life through following your teachings and living a life that pleases you. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Social Posts

1. “Seeking eternal life? It starts with seeking Jesus and His teachings. #InheritEternalLife #Luke10:25”

2. “Testing Jesus won’t lead to eternal life. Instead, let’s approach Him with a genuine desire to know Him. #SeekingJesus #Luke10:25”

3. “What does inheriting eternal life mean to you? Join the discussion and let’s seek Jesus together. #EternalLife #InJesusWeTrust”

[email-subscribers-form id=”1″]

Q&A about Short Bible Study: Luke 10:25

Q: What is the main point of the story in Luke 10:25-37?
A: The main point is to love your neighbor as yourself, as demonstrated by the parable of the Good Samaritan.

Q: Who is the lawyer in this passage and why does he ask Jesus the question about inheriting eternal life?
A: The lawyer is an expert in the Jewish law, and he asks the question to test Jesus and justify himself.

Q: What lesson can be learned from the actions of the priest and the Levite in the parable?
A: The lesson is that true love for one’s neighbor requires action and compassion, not just empty words or religious observance.

Q: Why is the Samaritan’s actions in the parable surprising in the context of Jesus’ time?
A: The Samaritans were considered outcasts and enemies by the Jews, so it would have been shocking for Jesus’ audience to hear of a Samaritan showing compassion to a Jewish man.

Q: How does Jesus instruct the lawyer to live out the commandment to love his neighbor?
A: Jesus tells the lawyer to go and do likewise, meaning to show mercy and compassion to those in need, regardless of their background or social status.