Nativity of Saint John the Baptist seen in the emphasis Luke gives to the announcement of his birth and the event itself, both set in prominent parallel to the same occurrences in the life of Jesus. The sole biblical account of the birth of John the Baptist comes from the Gospel of Luke. John's parents, Zechariah or "Zachary" — a Jewish priest — and Elizabeth, were without children and both were beyond the age of child-bearing. During Zechariah's rotation to serve in the Temple in Jerusalem, he was chosen by lot to offer incense at the Golden Altar in the Holy Place. The Archangel Gabriel appeared
The Gospel According to Luke (song) The Gospel According to Luke (song) "The Gospel According to Luke" is a song co-written and recorded by American country music artist Skip Ewing. It was released in February 1989 as the fourth single from the album "The Coast of Colorado". The song reached number 10 on the "Billboard" Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart. The song was by Ewing and Don Sampson. The song is about a young man who meets a homeless man named Luke. Despite his haggard appearance, strong odor from not having bathed or showered, and rough voice, he is adept at interpreting and preaching the