Each of the Gospels has its own unique take on the Christ story. Matthew wrote to a Jewish audience, demonstrating Christ’s royalty and connection with Old Testament prophecy to show that he is the Messiah King. Mark wrote for the soldier-minded Romans. John wrote to all people, and emphasized Christ's divinity as the "Son of God." 

 

Luke, a physician and fellow missionary of the apostle Paul, wrote his Gospel to a Greek (Gentile) audience and most emphasized Christ as the “Son of Man.” A companion to the book of Acts, Luke's Gospel was a result of extensive investigative research, as Luke was able to speak personally with many of the eyewitnesses of Jesus' life, death and resurrection. Luke was obviously highly educated; his Gospel contains the finest usage of Koine Greek in the New Testament apart from the book of Hebrews, and even utilizes medical terms at least 300 times. It is also the most literary of the Gospels, beginning with four poems and containing 19 unique parables not contained in the other Gospel accounts. A man who payed great attention to detail, Luke likely felt compelled to include accounts of Christ and the Christian faith that were not yet included in the writings of others. This includes many accounts of Jesus' interactions with women, the poor, social outcasts and sinners, which contrasts starkly with the way the Jewish leaders treated them. He gives special attention to prayer, recording seven prayers of Christ not found elsewhere, and to the Holy Spirit, who is given special prominence throughout the book. He also had much to say about faith and works, doubts, and even stories of failed faith and redemption. Luke's main theme is Jesus' messiahship and His mission, culminating with His ascension. This mission then continues seamlessly through the work of the Holy Spirit throughout the book of Acts.