The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim liberty to the captives and recovering of sight to the blind, to set at liberty those who are oppressed, to proclaim the year of the Lord’s favor.” ~Luke 4:18-19

This was Jesus' answer to that question. It was His ministry announcement that would frame and describe the purpose of His life.

Ultimately, the 'Lord's favor' is God's presence. Our rebellion from God separated us, and se