With Matthew as our Morgan Freeman, we are guided through Herod's attempt to murder Jesus brutally; if the king succeeds, the means of salvation and good news for all people, the Savior, is eliminated. Unlike Roger, who had a positive impact on WWII despite his failed attempt to escape, the murder of a young Jesus has no positive effect. As we look at these verses, we see God's protection of His Son and His earthly parents; more prophecy fulfilled confirming Jesus as the King descended from David and thus the Messiah, and application for today.
The King’s Birth: A Miracle Child
What's so special about a baby's birth that a large part of the world celebrates it in one way or another at Christmas? Matthew explains why Jesus' birth is nothing short of a miracle and what His miraculous birth means for all who believe in Him.
Matthew’s Bold Claim: Jesus as the Promised Messiah
Matthew's Gospel emphasizes Jesus as the promised Messiah, highlighted through His genealogy that links Him to Abraham and David. Despite many Jews rejecting Him, the genealogical account serves to affirm Jesus' divine purpose and fulfill Messianic prophecies. Notably, the inclusion of marginalized women exemplifies God's grace for all humanity.
>SM Study Notes: Matthew 4:1-25
Matthew 4:1-25 describes the testing of Jesus in the wilderness, his victory over temptation, and the beginning of his public ministry in Galilee. Jesus calls his first disciples, preaches repentance, and heals the sick, fulfilling prophecies and demonstrating his authority as the Messiah. Use this free commentary to help you study this power chapter of Matthew's gospel.
>SM Study Notes: Matthew 3:1-17
Use these notes to help you study chapter two as Matthew continues to build his case for Jesus matching the description of the Jewish Messiah in the second chapter of his gospel.
Matthew 2:1-23 – The King Who Could Not Be Stopped
Use these notes to help you study chapter two as Matthew continues to build his case for Jesus matching the description of the Jewish Messiah in the second chapter of his gospel.
Matthew 1:1–25 – The Promised King
Matthew 1 Foundations Commentary Big Idea Jesus is the promised Messiah, the rightful King descended from Abraham and David, who came into the world as Immanuel—God with us—to save His people from their sins. Introduction: Every Story Leads Here Every great story has a beginning. Matthew begins his Gospel by showing readers that the story... Continue Reading →
Why study Revelation and does God even want us to understand it?
Understanding the Bible This post is part of our Understanding the Bible series—short, clear explanations of common questions, phrases, images, and themes found in Scripture. The goal is simple: to help you read the Bible more clearly by explaining what the text says, what it meant in its original context, and why it still matters... Continue Reading →