Explore every episode of the podcast Luke in 50 Days

Jeff Cavins and Dr. Scott Powell will explore the life of Christ through the eyes of St. Luke. Each day Fr. Mike Schmitz will read a small portion of the Gospel, and Jeff and Scott will then unpack the significance and insights it reveals to us. To download the full reading plan go to ascensionpress.com/luke

Jeff Cavins and Scott Powell share the exciting announcement about the launch of the latest podcast on the Gospel of Luke - Luke in 50 days. To download the reading plan, go to ascensionpress.com/luke

Scott Powell shares the exciting announcement about the launch of the latest podcast on the Gospel of Luke - Luke in 50 days. To download the reading plan, go to ascensionpress.com/luke

Jeff Cavins shares the exciting announcement about the launch of the latest podcast on the Gospel of Luke - Luke in 50 days. To download the reading plan, go to ascensionpress.com/luke

Jeff and Scott reflect on the Visitation and Mary's Magnificat prayer. They emphasize how Luke uses primary sources and how recapitulative history is prominent in Luke's Gospel and throughout the New Testament. Today's readings are: Luke 1:39-80 To download the full reading plan go to ascensionpress.com/luke

Jeff and Scott reflect on the opening verses of the Gospel of Luke. They dive into the title "Son of Man" and explore how it relates to Daniel 7 and Abraham, along with the references to the kingdom without end. Today's readings are: Luke1:1-38 To download the full reading plan go to ascensionpress.com/luke

Jeff and Scott dive into the infancy narrative of Jesus. The story of Christ's birth is set in contrast against the narrative of the kingdoms of the earth and shows how Jesus' kingship is for everyone. Today's readings are: Luke 2:1-21 To download the full reading plan go to ascensionpress.com/luke

Jeff and Scott discuss the Presentation of Jesus and how it connects to the history of Israel. They also explore the theme of mercy and Mary as the New Ark of the Covenant. Today's readings are: Luke 2:22-52 To download the full reading plan go to ascensionpress.com/luke

Jeff and Scott explore how John the Baptist's preaching uses "consolation language" for Israel, and they discuss how John's life and message recall stories from the Old Testament. Today's readings are: Luke 3:1- 20 To download the full reading plan go to ascensionpress.com/luke

Jeff and Scott step back from the readings today to dive into a central theme in Luke's Gospel, which is the Year of Jubilee. They talk about how Jesus uses this theme to inspire mercy and ultimately our release from sin. To download the full reading plan go to ascensionpress.com/luke

Jeff and Scott talk about the significance of the Trinity, with all three Persons fully present at Jesus' baptism. They discuss the genealogy of Jesus in Luke's Gospel and how he shows Jesus is the fulfillment of all of the entire human narrative from Adam. Luke 3:21-38 To download the full reading plan go to ascensionpress.com/luke

Jeff and Scott compare Jesus' temptation in the wilderness with the story of Israel wandering in the desert. Scott and Jeff relate these stories to our daily lives and experiences. Luke 4:1-30 To download the full reading plan go to ascensionpress.com/luke

Jeff and Scott point out the significance of the town of Capernaum as it relates to Jesus' ministry. They explore the different ways Jesus speaks with authority as the Son of God. Luke 4:31-44 To download the full reading plan go to ascensionpress.com/luke

Jeff and Scott go deeper into the story of Jesus' call to Peter and the other disciples to follow him. As they break into today's verses, Scott and Jeff will also share how Jesus reverses the effects of sin and death when he cleanses a leper. Luke 5:1-16 To download the full reading plan go to ascensionpress.com/luke

Jeff and Scott highlight the power of intercession seen in Jesus' healing of the paralytic. They also talk about the history of the Pharisees and how this particular sect interacts with Jesus. Luke 5:17- 39 To download the full reading plan go to ascensionpress.com/luke

Jeff and Scott explain why the Pharisees question Jesus about the Sabbath. They also discuss the context behind Jesus choosing his twelve disciples and the Sermon on the Plain. Luke 6:1-26 To download the full reading plan go to ascensionpress.com/luke

Jeff and Scott unpack Jesus' Sermon on the Plain and discuss how we can live this teaching out in our daily lives. They also explore how we can best imitate Christ and his mercy for others. Luke 6: 27-49 To download the full reading plan go to ascensionpress.com/luke

Jeff and Scott step back from the readings today to explore another central theme in Luke's Gospel: parables. Scott and Jeff will help you understand this powerful teaching method more fully and teach you how to find Jesus in each of the parables. To download the full reading plan go to ascensionpress.com/luke

Jeff and Scott talk about how Jesus demonstrates his authority with the stories of the faithful centurion and the widow's son at Nain. They also show how these stories apply to our daily lives. Luke 7:1-17 To download the full reading plan go to ascensionpress.com/luke

Jeff and Scott discuss the messengers sent by John the Baptist and the question they ask Jesus. They also relate the story of the sinful woman with the theme of the Jubilee. Luke 7:18-50 To download the full reading plan go to ascensionpress.com/luke

Jeff and Scott discuss some of the women of Luke's Gospel. They also explore the Parable of the Sower, which they describe as a focal point of Jesus' teachings. Scott and Jeff unpack this parable and examine how we can personally respond to the Word of God. Luke 8:1-25 To download the full reading plan go to ascensionpress.com/luke

Jeff and Scott explore the story of the Gerasene demoniac against the larger context of Jesus and his disciples. They also return to the Old Testament as they discuss Luke's accounts of a girl restored to life and a woman healed. Today's reading: Luke 8:26-56 To download the full reading plan go to ascensionpress.com/luke