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“New Testament Times at a Glance, Chart 1: The Life of Jesus Christ from Birth to the Final Week,” Ensign, Jan 2003, 52–55

1 Luke 1:5–38 In Jerusalem an angel told Zacharias that his wife, Elisabeth, would have a son named John. In Nazareth an angel told Mary that she would be the mother of the Son of God.

2 Luke 1:39–80 Mary visited the home of Zacharias and Elisabeth. John the Baptist was born and named (see Bible Dictionary [BD], “John the Baptist,”714–15).

3 Matt. 1:18–25 Mary returned to Nazareth. Joseph, Mary’s espoused husband, learned that she was expecting a child. An angel told Joseph to marry her and name her son Jesus (see BD, “Joseph,” 717).

4 Luke 2:1–20; Matt. 2:2 Jesus was born in Bethlehem, a new star appeared, and angels announced His birth to shepherds, who went to worship Him.

5 Luke 2:21 Eight days after His birth, Jesus was circumcised at Bethlehem and given His name.

6 Luke 2:22–38 Joseph and Mary presented Jesus in the temple. Simeon and Anna testified that Jesus is the Christ.

7 Matt. 2:1–12 Wise Men from the East worshiped Jesus and brought Him precious gifts (see BD, “Magi,” 727–28).

8 Matt. 2:13–18 Joseph and Mary were told by an angel to take Jesus to Egypt to escape Herod’s order to kill the young children.

9 Matt. 2:19–23 Joseph and Mary took Jesus to Nazareth after Herod died.

10 Luke 2:41–52 Jesus taught religious teachers in the temple at Jerusalem.

11 Luke 3:1–18 John the Baptist preached in Judea and baptized in the Jordan River (see Bible Map 11 [1999 ed.]).

12 Matt. 3:13 Jesus journeyed to Bethabara.

13 Matt. 3:13–17 Jesus was baptized by John (see BD, “Dove, Sign of,” 658).

14 Matt. 4:1–11 Jesus went into the wilderness to be with God. He fasted for 40 days and was tempted by Satan.

15 John 1:35–51 Some of John the Baptist’s disciples began to follow Jesus.

16 John 2:1 Jesus returned to Galilee.

17 John 2:1–11 Jesus changed water to wine at a wedding in Cana (see BD, “Miracles,” 732–33).

18 John 2:13 Jesus went to Jerusalem for the Passover.

19 John 2:13–17 Jesus drove the money changers from the temple courtyard.

20 John 3:1–21 Jesus taught a Pharisee named Nicodemus about being born again.

21 John 3:22–36 Jesus preached and baptized in Judea. John bore testimony of Jesus.

22 Luke 3:19–20 John the Baptist was imprisoned by Herod.

23 John 4:1–3 Jesus left the Jerusalem area to return to Galilee.

24 John 4:4–42 In Samaria Jesus taught a Samaritan woman at Jacob’s well.

25 John 4:46–54 In Galilee Jesus healed the son of a nobleman.

26 Luke 4:16–30 Jesus was rejected at Nazareth (see BD, “Messiah,” 731).

27 Mark 1:21–28 At Capernaum Jesus healed a man with an unclean spirit.

28 Matt. 4:18–22 Jesus called Peter, Andrew, James, and John to follow Him.

29 Mark 1:40–45 Jesus healed a leper.

30 Matt. 10:1–4 Jesus called and ordained His Twelve Apostles (see BD, “Apostle,” 612).

31 Matt. 10:5–42 Jesus taught His Twelve Apostles about their duties.

32 Matt. 5–7 Jesus taught the Sermon on the Mount (see BD, “Beatitudes,” 620).

33 Matt. 8:5–13 At Capernaum Jesus healed a centurion’s servant.

34 Luke 7:11–17 At Nain Jesus raised a widow’s son from the dead.

35 Matt. 8:14–17 At Capernaum Jesus healed Peter’s mother-in-law and others.

36 Matt. 8:23–27 Jesus calmed the storm at the Sea of Galilee (see BD, “Galilee, Sea of,” 677).

37 Matt. 8:28–34 Jesus commanded a legion of devils to depart; they entered into swine.

38 Matt. 9:1–8 Jesus healed a man who was paralyzed.

39 Matt. 9:10–17 Jesus preached of new wine and old bottles.

40 Matt. 9:18–26 A woman was healed when she touched Jesus’ clothing; He also raised Jairus’s daughter.

41 Matt. 9:27–31 Jesus healed two blind men (see BD, “Blindness,” 626).

42 Matt. 9:32–34 Jesus healed a dumb man possessed with a devil.

43 Matt. 11:7–19 Jesus testified of the greatness of John the Baptist.

44 Luke 7:36–50 A woman washed Jesus’ feet with her tears at the home of Simon the Pharisee (see BD, “Anoint,” 609).

45 Luke 7:41–42 The parable of the two debtors (see BD, “Parables,” 740–41).

46 John 5:1 Jesus went to Jerusalem for the second Passover (see BD, “Feasts,” 672–74).

47 John 5:2–16 Jesus healed a man on the Sabbath by the pool of Bethesda (see BD, “Sabbath,” 764–65).

48 John 5:17–47 In the temple Jesus taught about His relationship with the Father.

49 Matt. 9:35–38 Jesus returned to Galilee, where he preached and healed.

50 Matt. 12:1–21 Pharisees accused Jesus’ disciples of breaking the Sabbath; Jesus healed a man with a withered hand.

51 Matt. 12:22–23 Jesus healed a man possessed with a devil.

52 Matt. 12:24–45 Jesus taught the Pharisees about Satan, blasphemy against the Holy Ghost, and seeking signs (see BD, “Blasphemy,” 625–26).

53 Matt. 13:1–53 Jesus used parables to teach about the kingdom of heaven.

54 Matt. 13:3–23; Mark 4:21–22 Parables of the sower and of the candle.

55 Matt. 13:24–30, 36–43; Mark 4:26–29 Parables of the wheat and tares and of the seed growing secretly.

56 Matt. 13:31–35 Parables of the mustard seed and of the leaven (see BD, “Leaven,” 723).

57 Matt. 13:44–52 Parables of the hidden treasure, the pearl of great price, the gospel net, and the householder.

58 Matt. 13:54–58 The people of Nazareth rejected Jesus a second time.

59 Matt. 14:1–12 Herod feared that Jesus was the beheaded John the Baptist returned from the dead.

60 John 6:1–15 Shortly before Passover, Jesus fed 5,000 with five loaves and two fishes.

61 John 6:16–21; Matt. 14:22–33 Jesus walked on the water; Peter followed, then wavered.

62 John 6:22–66 Jesus declared that He is the Bread of Life. Many disciples rejected Him.

63 Mark 7:1–23 When His disciples ate with unwashed hands, Jesus taught the Pharisees about true cleanliness (see BD, “Clean and Unclean,” 646–47).

64 Mark 7:24 Jesus went north to Tyre and Sidon (see Bible Map 11).

65 Mark 7:24–30 Jesus healed a Canaanite woman’s daughter (see BD, “Gentile,” 679–80).

66 Mark 7:31 Jesus returned to Galilee.

67 Mark 7:32–37 Jesus healed a deaf man who had a speech impediment.

68 Mark 8:1–9 Jesus fed 4,000.

69 Mark 8:10–21 At Magdala Jesus taught about seeking for signs; He warned His disciples about the “leaven” of the Pharisees.

70 Mark 8:22–26 At Bethsaida Jesus healed a blind man.

71 Matt. 16:13 Jesus went with His disciples to Caesarea Philippi.

72 Matt. 16:13–20 Peter testified that Jesus is the Christ.

73 Matt. 16:21–28 Jesus taught His disciples about His death, His Second Coming, and discipleship.

74 Matt. 17:1 Jesus took Peter, James, and John up into a high mountain (see BD, “Hermon,” 700).

75 Matt. 17:2–13 Jesus was transfigured. Peter, James, and John received priesthood keys (see BD, “Transfiguration, Mount of,” 786).

76 Matt. 17:14, 22 Jesus and His disciples returned to Galilee.

77 Matt. 17:14–21 Jesus healed a “lunatick” boy.

78 Matt. 17:22–18:35 Jesus taught His disciples about His death, tribute money, and the principles of humility, service, and forgiveness.

79 Matt. 18:23–35 The parable of the unmerciful servant.

80 Luke 9:51–56 Jesus traveled through Samaria, Judea, and Perea on His way to Jerusalem (see Bible Map 11).

81 Luke 10:1–24 Jesus appointed the Seventy and sent them out to preach. They returned and reported.

82 Luke 10:25–37 The parable of the good Samaritan.

83 Luke 10:38–42 Jesus rested at the home of Martha and Mary and taught them.

84 Luke 11:1–13 Jesus taught His disciples about prayer (see BD, “Prayer,” 752–53).

85 Luke 11:5–8 The parable of the friend at midnight.

86 Luke 11:14–12:12 Jesus again rebuked the Pharisees for seeking a sign and for hypocrisy.

87 Luke 12:13–21 The parable of the rich fool.

88 Luke 12:22–13:9 Jesus taught His disciples about seeking the kingdom of God first and about His Second Coming.

89 Luke 12:35–48; Luke 13:6–9 Parables of the watchful servants and of the barren fig tree.

90 Luke 13:10–17 Jesus healed a woman on the Sabbath.

91 Luke 13:22–35 Jesus taught about the “strait gate” and about who may enter His kingdom. He lamented over Jerusalem.

92 Luke 14:1–6 Jesus healed a man with dropsy on the Sabbath day.

93 Luke 14:7–24 Parables of the wedding feast and the great supper (see BD, “Marriage,” 728–29).

94 Luke 14:25–35 Jesus taught the multitude about discipleship.

95 Luke 14:28–33 Parables of the tower and of the rash king.

96 Luke 15:1–16:31 Jesus taught and condemned the Pharisees for hypocrisy.

97 Luke 15:1–17:10 Parables of the lost sheep, the lost coin, and the prodigal son. Parables of the unjust steward, the rich man and Lazarus, and the unprofitable servant.

98 Luke 17:11–19 Jesus healed ten lepers; only one returned to give thanks.

99 Luke 17:20–18:14 Jesus taught the Pharisees about His Second Coming.

100 Luke 18:1–14 Parables of the unjust judge and of the Pharisee and the publican (see BD, “Publicans,” 755).

101 John 7:2–13 Jesus arrived in Jerusalem for the Feast of Tabernacles (see BD, “Feasts,” 672–74).

102 John 7:14–8:59 Jesus taught in the temple. A woman taken in adultery was brought to Him. He testified that He is the Messiah.

103 John 9:1–41 Jesus healed a man who was blind since birth and testified that He is the Light of the World.

104 John 10:1–21 Jesus taught that He is the Good Shepherd.

105 Mark 10:1 Jesus left Jerusalem to preach in Perea (see Bible Map 11).

106 Mark 10:2–31 Jesus discussed divorce with the Pharisees. He blessed the little children, answered the question of a rich young ruler, and taught His disciples.

107 Matt. 20:1–16 The parable of the laborers in the vineyard (see BD, “Vine,” 787).

108 John 10:22 Jesus returned to Jerusalem for the Feast of the Dedication.

109 John 10:23–39 Jesus taught in the temple, “I and my Father are one.”

110 John 10:40–42 Jesus departed for Perea.

111 Mark 10:32–52 Jesus taught His disciples and healed a blind man named Bartimaeus.

112 Luke 19:1–10 Zacchaeus the publican hosted Jesus in his home.

113 Luke 19:11–27 The parable of the pounds (see BD, “Pound,” 752).

114 John 11:7 Jesus returned to the Jerusalem area for the final time.

115 John 11:1–46 Jesus raised Lazarus from the dead.

116 John 11:54 Jesus went to the city of Ephraim.

Book of Mormon

117 Hel. 14–15 In America Samuel the Lamanite prophesied of the signs of Jesus’ birth and death.

118 Hel. 16:13–14 Great signs and wonders appeared, thus beginning the fulfillment of prophecies.

119 3 Ne. 1:15–26 With the sign of Jesus’ birth (no darkness for one night), many repented and believed in Him.

120 3 Ne. 3–4 Nephite armies defeated the Gadianton robbers.

121 3 Ne. 6 Nephites prospered, then became prideful and killed the prophets.

122 3 Ne. 7:15–26 Nephi preached and many repented.

123 3 Ne. 8:3 The righteous Nephites began to look with great earnestness for the sign of Jesus’ death.

“New Testament Times at a Glance, Chart 2: The Savior’s Final Week” will be published in April 2003.

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