Luke 8: 22-25 Essay

Having just listened to the stirring sermon based on Luke 8:22-25, I have come to a few conclusions. The pericope was not taken into account in providing correct context for the interpretation. This section is a tiny part of Jesus educating the people about himself and the life of a Christian. They experienced the miracles to highlight who he was, but they did not fully understand in the moment what historians have had the opportunity to glean from the look back. The need to keep historical and literary context was not adhered to, it appears the desire for a quick answer for the listeners was the goal. The book of Luke in its entirety is a narrative about who Jesus was and includes teachings from Jesus to the people around him.
Luke 8 is a compilation of stories about the interaction between Jesus and the people. Specifically Luke 8:22-25 is about the fear people have when they think God (Jesus) is not paying attention to their own needs. In the book of Luke, each story or parable is showing how faith is not easy. Additionally, there is work required to be a believer of Christ. There is not a place in the Bible that says God is a short order cook and will take your order and fix your world as you see it
Learning how to use the many resources available means quicker answers to questions. Bible dictionaries provide descriptions of the words and ideas in modern language and isolate the meanings as they were meant when the Bible was written. Atlases geared toward the years the Bible was written provide visual ties to the words. Shakespeare has scenes where cultural norms shock us today. It is expected that the Bible would have the same. Colleges provide classes on Shakespeare and other literature, providing guidance in how to read and understand these older writings. This makes sense and is transferable to taking a class on the Bible and some ways in which to