New Testament

Matthew

Author Matthew (Levi), apostle and former tax collector

Date Written ~AD 55–65

Chapters 28

Theme Jesus as the promised Messiah-King

Summary

Matthew presents Jesus as the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecy and the long-awaited King of Israel. Written primarily for a Jewish audience, it emphasizes Jesus' royal lineage, authoritative teaching in five major discourses, and the establishment of his kingdom.

Outline

Birth and Early Life of Jesus (1–2)
Baptism, Temptation, and Early Ministry (3–4)
Sermon on the Mount (5–7)
Miracles and Opposition (8–12)
Kingdom Parables (13)
Growing Conflict with Religious Leaders (14–23)
Olivet Discourse and Passion Narrative (24–28)

Key Verses

Matthew 1:21

"She will give birth to a son, and you are to give him the name Jesus, because he will save his people from their sins."

Matthew 16:16

"Simon Peter answered, 'You are the Messiah, the Son of the living God.'"

Matthew 28:18-20

"All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations."

Matthew 11:28

"Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest."

Christ in Matthew

Jesus presented as the Son of David, the King of Israel, the new Moses who gives the law from the mountain, and Immanuel — God with us

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