The Gospel According to Matthew was penned with an expressly Jewish audience in mind. The Evangelist’s purpose was to show that Jesus was the Kingly Messiah of Old Testament prophecy. King Jesus came to fulfill the promises of the Old Covenant and to usher in the Kingdom of Heaven.
The King’s Advent
Chapters 1-4
Jesus’ Family Tree
Matthew 1:1-17 |
Jesus’ Birth
Matthew 1:18-2:15 |
Jesus’ Baptism
Matthew 2:16-3:17 |
Jesus’ Ministry Begins
Matthew 4:1-17 |
The King’s Authority
Chapters 5-7
Jesus’ Healing & Teaching
Matthew 4:18-5:12 |
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The Lord’s Prayer
Matthew 6:9-15 |
True Treasures
Matthew 6:16-34 |
Curing Anxiety
Matthew 7:1-12 |
Gospel Exclusive
Matthew 7:13-29 |
The Authenticating Miracles
Chapters 8-9
A Leper’s Faith
Matthew 8:1-4 |
Jews & Gentiles Healed
Matthew 8:5-17 |
Demands of Discipleship
Matthew 8:18-27 |
Angels & Demons
Matthew 8:28-34 |
Spiritual & Physical Healing
Matthew 9:1-13 |
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An Elder & A Maiden
Matthew 9:18-26 |
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