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In the first miracle told in his Gospel, Luke describes the Lord's exorcism of a man in the synagogue. What is the origin of the devil and evil? How much power does the devil have? How does one become vulnerable to demonic possession through the choices one makes in our present time and culture?

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After His ministry begins, Jesus becomes a sensation. But His return to Nazareth ends with an attempt to kill Him, and He proclaims, "No prophet is accepted in his own country." What went wrong?

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Immediately after his baptism, Christ is tempted by the devil. Why does this happen, and what does it mean for us that he too faced temptation, especially at that moment? Being human, Jesus faced temptation, but what does it mean that he is also the Son of God?

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The Baptism of the Lord according to St. Luke contains certain unique features that reflect Luke's special areas of interest. What does he emphasize? The event is followed by Christ's genealogy, which is not exactly the same as Matthew's. Should this be a cause for concern?

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The Nativity stories are completed and Luke reintroduces John, who appears in the desert preaching and baptizing. Why are his presence and ministry so important that even now he occupies such a prominent place, including on the icon screen of every Orthodox church?