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The Gospel of Matthew

The Gospel of Matthew. Matthew’s View of the Gospel. 1. Who wrote the Gospel?. The text gives no indication External evidence/tradition supports Matthew, the apostle. Interesting thoughts: Organized Only gospel with Jesus paying temple tax

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The Gospel of Matthew

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  1. The Gospel of Matthew Matthew’s View of the Gospel

  2. 1. Who wrote the Gospel? • The text gives no indication • External evidence/tradition supports Matthew, the apostle

  3. Interesting thoughts: • Organized • Only gospel with Jesus paying temple tax • In the account of calling of Levi, calls him Matthew and designates him as a publican

  4. 2. When was it written? • Conclusion – 75-100 • After the destruction of the temple

  5. 3. To whom was it written? • Traditional view • Primarily to ethnic Jews • OT Quotes • Genealogy to David

  6. 4. Why was it written? • Evangelistic emphasis for the Jews: • Jesus is fulfillment of prophecy • OT quotes show He is goal of OT revelation • Christianity is the consummation of Judaism • Jamnia – Christianity is fulfillment • Desire for them to recognize the Messiah

  7. Provides instruction for how to live as a Christian • Preserves the teachings of Jesus

  8. 5. What are some characteristics? • Emphasis upon the Kingdom • Matthew preserves large blocks of teachings • Genealogy is used to demonstrate Jesus’ Messianic lineage

  9. Universal Outlook • Emphasis on the church • Strong eschatological emphasis • Comprehensive

  10. 6. What is the theme? • To show the King of the Kingdom and the Kingdom of the King

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