Book introduction
Matthew
Matthew presents Jesus as the promised king who fulfills Scripture and forms disciples.
New TestamentGospels5 major themes
Overview
How to enter this book well
Setting
The ministry, death, and resurrection of Jesus
Why read it
Read Matthew to see Jesus fulfill the promises of Scripture and call disciples into kingdom life.
KingdomMessiahFulfillmentDiscipleshipAuthority
Outline
Major movements in Matthew
Chapters 1-4: identity and preparation of the king
Chapters 5-20: teaching and kingdom ministry
Chapters 21-28: conflict, cross, resurrection, and commission
Opening chapter
Chapter 1 in context
Matthew 1 should be read within the larger movement of Matthew, paying attention to how this chapter advances the book's main themes of kingdom, messiah, fulfillment.
Look for repeated words, contrasts, promises, or commands.
Notice how this chapter connects to what comes before and after it.
Ask what the chapter reveals about God's character and His purposes.
Mid-book guidance
Chapter 14 in context
Matthew 14 should be read within the larger movement of Matthew, paying attention to how this chapter advances the book's main themes of kingdom, messiah, fulfillment.
Look for repeated words, contrasts, promises, or commands.
Notice how this chapter connects to what comes before and after it.
Ask what the chapter reveals about God's character and His purposes.