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Book Summary List

Luke (Mar-Apr 2026)

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Each photo below corresponds to the chapter-a-day post for the book of Luke published by Tom Vander Well in March and April of 2026. Click on the photo linked to each chapter to read the post.

A phoenix rising from vibrant clouds with rays of light illuminating the ocean's surface, creating a mystical atmosphere at sunset.
Luke 1: When the Spirit Hovers Again
A wooden table set with sliced bread on a cutting board, clay cups, and candles illuminating the scene, with a bowl of grapes in the background.
Luke 2: At the Table
A person's hand holding a pen, writing in a notebook, with a steaming cup of coffee, glasses, and a smartphone on a wooden table, illuminated by warm sunlight.
Luke 3: Putting the Mission to Work
An illustration featuring a figure resembling Jesus walking towards a sunrise, with text highlighting themes of spiritual leadership versus worldly desires. Elements include a crown, bread, and snakes symbolizing temptation alongside biblical references.
Luke 4: A Different Way
A group of people gathered in prayer, with a man reading from a book in the foreground. Behind them, images of a couple, medication bottles, and a cross are visible in a warm, textured background.
Luke 5: Every Day People, Every Day Lives
A group of monks in white robes bowing in a prayerful posture inside a serene church setting.
Luke 6: Into the Quiet
A man sitting on the floor of a dimly lit stone cell, gazing upward towards a small window with bars. Sunlight streams through the window, illuminating the man who appears weary and contemplative.
Luke 7: Surrendering Expectations
A crowd of villagers gathered around a figure in flowing robes, speaking passionately as the sun sets in the background, casting a warm glow over the scene.
Luke 8: My Part in Jesus’ Ministry
A serene landscape depicting a figure in flowing robes walking along a rocky path, accompanied by three individuals, with mountains and a sunset in the background.
Luke 9: The Mountain
A split image showing a cluttered workspace with papers, a laptop, and a mug on one side, and a serene desk with an open book, a lit candle, and a vase of flowers illuminated by soft sunlight on the other side.
Luke 10: A Good Question for the Week
A silhouette of a person standing at a partially open door, with beams of light streaming through, creating an atmospheric and dramatic scene.
Luke 11: Socially Inappropriate
A person standing on a winding road at sunset, surrounded by fields and trees, with warm golden light illuminating the landscape.
Luke 12: The Weight of April
A silhouetted figure in a cloak walking along a dirt path at sunset, with a city skyline in the background and a fox resting nearby.
Luke 13: Hidden in Plain Sight
A dramatic scene depicting Jesus at the Last Supper, surrounded by His disciples, sharing bread and wine with a warm, candle-lit atmosphere.
Luke 14: A Dinner Dripping With Intrigue
An elderly man joyfully running towards a younger man in a desert landscape at sunset, symbolizing reunion and warmth.
Luke 15: Lost and Found
A businessman in a suit walking past a homeless man sitting against a wall, illuminated by warm light from a doorway.
Luke 16: “Even if Someone Rises from the Dead”
A man and woman sitting together at a table, holding hands and sharing a warm conversation over coffee in a cozy kitchen setting.
Luke 17: God’s Kingdom…It’s Already Here
A dramatic scene set in a dusty ancient town, featuring a desperate man kneeling and pleading with a figure resembling Jesus Christ, surrounded by a crowd of onlookers.
Luke 18: Learning to Observe
A biblical scene depicting a figure resembling Jesus Christ walking towards a crowd, framed by a stone wall and tree, with warm sunlight illuminating the background.
Luke 19: “Right in Front of You”
A dramatic scene depicting a figure with long hair and a robe facing a group of ancient-looking men, set in a grand temple with torches illuminating the background.
Luke 20: What They Fear Most
A person standing on a grassy path, facing a sunset with dramatic clouds and a distant town illuminated by lights.
Luke 21: Make Up Your Mind
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Book Summary List

Esther (Feb-Mar 2026)

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Each photo below corresponds to the chapter-a-day post for the books of Esther published by Tom Vander Well in February and March of 2026. Click on the photo linked to each chapter to read the post.

A bulletin board filled with various colorful flyers and notices, including one prominently labeled 'AUDITIONS' in bold letters, along with other announcements for a drama club meeting, tutoring availability, a bake sale, and a request for volunteers.
Esther 1: Divine Bulletin Boards
A woman in a flowing white dress walking towards a bright archway, surrounded by ancient stone columns and lit by flickering torches.
Esther 2: Taken
A solemn scene depicting a group of people lying on the ground in a dusty outdoor setting, while a lone man stands facing them, surrounded by a crowd in the background.
Esther 3: Bowing
A desolate street scene at sunset, featuring quaint brick buildings with storefronts and illuminated windows. In the foreground, a solitary figure draped in a tattered cloak stands amidst a mist, while vibrant red tulips bloom nearby.
Esther 4: Choosing Real
Two men in elaborate historical costumes engage in conversation while holding ornate cups, surrounded by a lavish spread of food and dim candlelight.
Esther 5: Shrewd
A detailed illustration of intricate golden gears and mechanisms set against a starry night sky, featuring a bright full moon and wispy clouds.
Esther 6: Machinery of Heaven
A king seated on a throne in a lavish palace, observing a dramatic scene of a man being led away in chains, with a powerful sunset illuminating the background, while a queen stands elegantly nearby.
Esther 7: Evil Implodes
A distinguished man in traditional attire, wearing a turban, is writing on a scroll at a wooden desk. He is using a wax seal to formalize a document, surrounded by lanterns, scrolls, and an audience in the background.
Esther 8: In a System I Don’t Control
A basketball player in a white jersey takes a shot as the crowd erupts with excitement. The scoreboard shows a close score of 78 to 79, with only 0.6 seconds left in the game.
Esther 9: Miraculous Turnaround
An antique wooden table with rolled parchment scrolls, a decorative seal, and a sprig of olive leaves, set against a backdrop of sunlight filtering through windowpanes.
Esther 10: Serving in Small Empires
Promotional graphic for Tom Vander Well's Wayfarer blog and podcast, featuring icons of various podcast platforms with a photo of Tom Vander Well.
These chapter-a-day blog posts are also available via podcast on all major podcast platforms including Apple, Google, and Spotify! Simply go to your podcast platform and search for “Wayfarer Tom Vander Well.” If it’s not on your platform, please let me know!