Matthew
A chapter-by-chapter study of the Gospel of Matthew through Scripture, historical context, the Church Fathers, and the Christian tradition.
Matthew is arranged for careful reading and return rather than to exhaust the subject.
Series progress
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The lesson list below marks what is ready, what is currently being worked through, and what is still planned.
Introduction to Matthew
An introduction to the Gospel of Matthew, its historical background, structure, themes, and approach for this study.
Matthew 1
The genealogy and birth of Jesus Christ.
Matthew 2
The visit of the Magi, the flight into Egypt, and the return to Nazareth.
Matthew 3
John the Baptist prepares the way for the Messiah, and Jesus is baptized in the Jordan.
Matthew 4
The temptation of Jesus in the wilderness and the beginning of His public ministry.
Matthew 5
The opening of the Sermon on the Mount, including the Beatitudes and Jesus teaching on the fulfilment of the Law.
Matthew 6
Jesus teaches on almsgiving, prayer, fasting, treasure and trusting the Father.
Matthew 7
The conclusion of the Sermon on the Mount, calling for discernment, obedience and true discipleship.
Matthew 8
Jesus demonstrates His authority through miracles, healing and faith
Matthew 9
Jesus forgives, heals, calls Matthew and has compassion on the crowds.
Matthew 10
Jesus commissions the Twelve and prepares them for their mission.
Matthew 11
John the Baptist's questions, responses to unbelief and Christ's invitation to find rest in Him.
Matthew 12
Sabbath controversies, signs and the true family of Jesus.
Matthew 13
Jesus teaches through parables, revealing the mysteries of the Kingdom of Heaven to His disciples.
Matthew 14
John the Baptist's death, the feeding of the five thousand and Jesus walks on the water.
Matthew 15
Jesus teaches on true purity, responds to the faith of the Canaanite woman and feeds the four thousand.
Matthew 16
Peter's confession, the first Passion prediction and taking up the cross.
Matthew 17
The Transfiguration, the healing of a boy and lessons on faith and sonship.
Matthew 18
Humility, forgiveness and life within the Kingdom community.
Matthew 19
Marriage, discipleship, wealth and the Kingdom of God.
Matthew 20
The parable of the workers, servant leadership and the healing of two blind men.
Matthew 21
The triumphal entry, cleansing of the Temple and challenges to Jesus authority.
Matthew 22
Parables, questions from the religious leaders and the greatest commandment.
Matthew 23
Jesus warnings against hypocrisy and the woes to the scribes and Pharisees.
Matthew 24
Jesus teaching on the destruction of the Temple, the end of the age and His coming in glory.
Matthew 25
The parables of readiness and the judgement of the nations.
Matthew 26
The Last Supper, Gethsemane, betrayal and Jesus before the Sanhedrin.
Matthew 27
The crucifixion, death and burial of Jesus.
Matthew 28
The resurrection of Jesus and the Great Commission.
Study References
Texts, witnesses, documents, and related reading that generally inform this series.
Primary Texts
- Matthew
- Matthew 1
- Matthew 3:16-17
- Matthew 9:13
- Luke 3:23-38
- Genesis 12:3
- Genesis 17:6
- Genesis 22:18
- Genesis 37:5-11
- Genesis 38:26
- Ruth 4:18-22
- 1 Samuel 16:13
- 2 Samuel 7:12-16
- 2 Samuel 11:27
- 1 Kings 19:16
- Leviticus 8:12
- Isaiah 61:1
- Matthew 2
- Matthew 3
- Matthew 4
- Matthew 5
- Matthew 6
- Matthew 7
- Matthew 8
- Matthew 9
- Matthew 10
- Matthew 11
- Matthew 12
- Matthew 13
- Matthew 14
- Matthew 15
- Matthew 16
- Matthew 17
- Matthew 18
- Matthew 19
- Matthew 20
- Matthew 21
- Matthew 22
- Matthew 23
- Matthew 24
- Matthew 25
- Matthew 26
- Matthew 27
- Matthew 28
Early Christian Witness
- The Ignatius Catholic Study BibleScott Hahn & Curtis Mitch
- Catena AureaSt Thomas Aquinas · Volume I
- Homilies on the Gospel of Saint MatthewSt John Chrysostom
- Commentary on MatthewOrigen
- Homilies on the Gospel of St. MatthewSt. John Chrysostom · Homily IV
- The IVP Bible Background CommentaryCraig S. Keener
Church Documents
- Catechism of the Catholic Church 436