: Luke uniquely highlights stories of divine forgiveness for those on the social or moral fringes, such as the Prodigal Son and the forgiven woman who washes Jesus' feet.
: Unlike many technical commentaries, Johnson focuses on how Luke tells his story—using literary patterns to reveal a "theological program" that presents Jesus as the Savior for the entire world, regardless of status. The Gospel of Luke (Sacra Pagina)
The in the Sacra Pagina series , authored by Luke Timothy Johnson , is highly regarded for its literary analysis that treats the text as a cohesive narrative rather than just a collection of historical fragments. : Luke uniquely highlights stories of divine forgiveness