Matthew
Purpose
Presents Jesus as the promised Messianic king and David's son, showing that he fulfills the Old Testament Scriptures.
Author
Traditionally Matthew (Levi), the apostle and former tax collector
Time Period
Written c. 50-70 AD
Key Themes
- Jesus the Messiah-King
- Fulfillment of Scripture
- Kingdom of heaven
- Discipleship
- Teaching
Outline
Jesus' birth and preparation (ch. 1-4); teaching and miracles, five discourses (ch. 5-25); Passion and resurrection (ch. 26-28).