In addition to being a physician, Luke was also a good writer. His Gospel provides many details of human interest, especially presenting Jesus to the poor and needy.
| Author | Luke, the physician |
| For whom it was written | To Theophilus. |
| Chapter amount | 24 |
| Verse amount | 1151 |
| Jesus and the disciples | – |
| 1 | An angel foretells the birth of John, Jesus' cousin. Shortly after, the angel Gabriel announces the birth of Jesus. |
| 2 | Jesus is born in Bethlehem. The circumcision and presentation of Jesus. The boy Jesus among the doctors. |
| 3 | The baptism of Jesus by John the Baptist. Genealogy of Jesus. |
| 4 | Verses 1 to 13 show us that Jesus is tempted in the desert by Satan. |
| 4 - 6 | Jesus tells the people who He is and chooses His disciples. He manifests His great power over demons and diseases. |
| 7 - 9 | Jesus teaches many things to the people and heals many of their infirmities. Jesus demonstrates His love for people who had committed evil and despicable acts. |
| 10 - 19 | Jesus teaches the people through parables, to talk about the love of God. |
| 19 - 24 | The triumphant entry of Jesus into Jerusalem. Jesus participates in the last supper with His disciples. Jesus is arrested. |
| 23 | Jesus is crucified and buried in a tomb. |
| 24 | The resurrection and the appearance of Jesus to the twelve. |