Luke 6:6-8

Luke again noted the primacy of Jesus’ teaching over His performing miracles (cf. Luke 4:15-16; Luke 4:31-33). He also mentioned that it was the right hand of the man that was useless, a detail of particular interest to a doctor. This detail shows the seriousness of the man’s case. Most people are right-handed. By now the religious leaders (cf. Luke 6:7) were looking for an occasion to criticize Jesus publicly believing that they had a case against Him. Jesus probably knew their thoughts at least because their intentions were now clear (cf. Luke 5:22). He could have known their thoughts because He was a prophet. Morris believed Luke was emphasizing Jesus’ deity. [Note: Morris, p. 123.] Jesus consciously provoked conflict by calling the man forward for healing. His initiative demonstrates His authority and His sovereignty.