Matthew

Introduction

Matthew opens with a genealogy linking Jesus to Abraham and David, immediately framing him as the rightful heir of Israel's covenants. The Gospel is structured around five great teaching blocks (chapters 5–7, 10, 13, 18, 24–25), each ending with the formula 'when Jesus had finished these sayings.' Matthew quotes the Old Testament more than any other Gospel writer, repeatedly showing how Jesus fulfills its promises.

Outline

1. Birth and preparation of the KingMatthew 1–4
2. Sermon on the MountMatthew 5–7
3. Galilean ministry and discipleshipMatthew 8–18
4. Journey to JerusalemMatthew 19–23
5. Olivet DiscourseMatthew 24–25
6. Passion and resurrectionMatthew 26–28

Key verses

• Matthew 1:23
• Matthew 5:17
• Matthew 16:18
• Matthew 22:37-39
• Matthew 28:19-20