The Life of Christ
- When
- Written c. AD 60–80
- Written by
- Matthew, the apostle
- Chapters
- 28
The big idea
Jesus is the promised Messiah, son of David and son of Abraham, who teaches with authority, fulfills the law and the prophets, dies, rises, and sends his disciples to all nations.
Themes
- Fulfillment of the Old Testament
- Jesus the teacher
- The kingdom of heaven
- The Church and its mission
Memory verse
But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.
Key passages
- 1–2The birth and the Magi
- 5–7The Sermon on the Mount
- 16:13–19Peter’s confession
- 26–28The Passion and resurrection
- 28:18–20Make disciples of all nations
Links to other Scripture
- Isaiah 7:14Emmanuel
- Micah 5:2Out of Bethlehem
- Exodus 19–20The law given on the mountain
- Daniel 7:13–14All power given
Read the text
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Notes from
Chapters
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Journal prompts
Keep a journal or notebook for your study. Write your answers there, in your own words.
- Where do you see Christ in this book?
- Read the Sermon on the Mount (chapters 5 to 7). Which line stops you, and why?
- Jesus said, “Seek ye first the kingdom of God.” What are you seeking first right now?
- The book ends with the Great Commission and a promise: “I am with you always.” Where do you need that promise today?
- In one sentence, this book is about…