it seemed best to me also--[because I] have followed all [things] carefully from the beginning--to write [them] down in orderly sequence for you, most excellent Theophilus,

Which thou bast prepared before the face of all peoples:

And he went into all the country around the Jordan, preaching a baptism of repentance for the forgiveness of sin;

And the Devil said to Him, "To you will I give all this authority and this splendour; for it has been handed over to me, and on whomsoever I will I bestow it.

I did not come to call the [self-proclaimed] righteous [who see no need to repent], but sinners to repentance [to change their old way of thinking, to turn from sin and to seek God and His righteousness].”

so no-body that has been drinking old wine, will immediately call for new: for 'tis his maxim, "the old is best."

and those that were beset by unclean spirits were healed.

And they approaching to Jesus, besought him earnestly, saying, That he is worthy to whom he will bestow this:

you did not bestow any oil upon my head; but she has poured her rich perfume upon my feet.

who were just departing from him, when Peter said to Jesus, master, it is best for us to stay here: let us build three apartments, one for you, one for Moses, and one for Elias: not knowing well what he said.

And when the voice was past, Jesus was found alone. And they kept it close, and told no man in those days any of those things which they had seen.

Now it so chanced that a priest was going down the same road, but on seeing him he went past on the opposite side.

And went to him, and bound up his wounds, pouring in oil and wine, and set him on his own beast, and brought him to an inn, and took care of him.

And Jesus having answered, said to her, Martha,.Martha, thou bast care, and art confused about many things

but one thing is needed. Mary has chosen the best part; it will not be taken away from her."

Woe to you Pharisees, because you love the best seats in the synagogues and to be respectfully greeted in the market places.

And he thought within himself, saying, What shall I do, because I have no room where to bestow my fruits?

And he said, This will I do: I will pull down my barns, and build greater; and there will I bestow all my fruits and my goods.

Sell your property and bestow charity; make yourselves purses that become not old, and a treasury that fails not, in heaven, where no thief approaches, nor moth destroys;

For example, when you go with your opponent in front of a ruler, do your best to settle with him on the way there. Otherwise, you will be dragged in front of the judge, and the judge will hand you over to an officer, and the officer will throw you into prison.

I tell you, no; but unless you repent [change your old way of thinking, turn from your sinful ways and live changed lives], you will all likewise perish.

I tell you, no; but unless you repent [change your old way of thinking, turn from your sinful ways and live changed lives], you will all likewise perish.”

Do your best to go in by the narrow door, for I say to you, A number will make the attempt to go in, but will not be able to do so.

He told a parable to those who were invited, when He noticed how they would choose the best places for themselves:

“When you are invited by someone to a wedding banquet, don’t recline at the best place, because a more distinguished person than you may have been invited by your host.

In the same way, I tell you, there is joy in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner who repents [that is, changes his inner self—his old way of thinking, regrets past sins, lives his life in a way that proves repentance; and seeks God’s purpose for his life].”

But the father said to his servants, Bring forth the best robe, and put it on him; and put a ring on his hand, and shoes on his feet:

how many years have I serv'd you, without having ever disobey'd your orders? and yet you never bestow'd a kid upon me, to make merry with my friends:

"You are they," He said to them, "who boast of their own goodness before men, but God sees your hearts; for that which holds a proud position among men is detestable in God's sight.

He replied, ‘No, father Abraham, but if someone from the dead goes to them, they will repent [they will change their old way of thinking and seek God and His righteousness].’

And the apostles said unto the Lord - Bestow on us faith!

People were bringing babies to Jesus so He could touch them [i.e., to bestow a blessing on them], but when His disciples saw this, they spoke harshly to these people.

He heard a crowd of people going past, and inquired what it all meant.

“Beware of the scribes, who like to walk around in long robes [displaying their prominence], and love respectful greetings in the [crowded] market places, and chief seats in the synagogues and places of honor at banquets.

And he went and discussed with the Chief Priests and Officers in charge at the Temple the best way of betraying Jesus to them.

I bestow on you a kingdom, just as My Father bestowed one on Me,

And they beset him with loud cries, demanding that he should be crucified; and their cries, and those of the chief priests, prevailed;

The one whose name was Cleopas answered him, "Are you the only visitor to Jerusalem who doesn't know what happened there in the past few days?"

And they urged him, saying, Remain with us, for it is near evening, and the day is already past. And he went in to remain with them;