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Introduction:
The Gospel of Matthew presents Jesus as the long-awaited Messiah, the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies, and the King of the Jews. Matthew, a tax collector turned disciple, writes with a Jewish audience in mind, emphasizing Jesus' royal lineage, His teachings, and His role as the Savior of the world.

Genealogy and Birth:
Matthew begins with a genealogy tracing Jesus' lineage from Abraham through David, establishing His rightful claim to the throne of Israel (Matthew 1:1-17). The birth of Jesus is described as a miraculous event, fulfilling the prophecy of Isaiah: "Behold, the virgin will be with child and will give birth to a son, and they will call Him Immanuel" (Matthew 1:23).

Ministry and Teachings:
Jesus' ministry begins with His baptism by John the Baptist, where God the Father affirms Him as His beloved Son (Matthew 3:16-17). Following His temptation in the wilderness, Jesus preaches the message of repentance and the coming of the Kingdom of Heaven (Matthew 4:17).

The Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5-7) is a cornerstone of Jesus' teachings, where He expounds on the law, emphasizing internal righteousness over external observance. Key teachings include the Beatitudes, the Lord's Prayer, and the Golden Rule.

Miracles and Authority:
Matthew records numerous miracles performed by Jesus, demonstrating His authority over nature, sickness, and spiritual forces. These include calming the storm (Matthew 8:23-27), healing the sick (Matthew 8:14-17), and casting out demons (Matthew 8:28-34). His miracles serve as signs of His divine authority and compassion.

Parables:
Jesus frequently uses parables to teach about the Kingdom of Heaven. Notable parables in Matthew include the Parable of the Sower (Matthew 13:1-23), the Parable of the Weeds (Matthew 13:24-30), and the Parable of the Talents (Matthew 25:14-30). These accounts reveal truths about God's kingdom, judgment, and grace.

Fulfillment of Prophecy:
Matthew emphasizes Jesus as the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies. He frequently uses the phrase "that it might be fulfilled" to connect Jesus' life and actions to prophetic scriptures. Examples include His birth in Bethlehem (Matthew 2:5-6) and His entry into Jerusalem on a donkey (Matthew 21:4-5).

Passion and Resurrection:
The Gospel culminates in the Passion narrative, where Jesus is betrayed, tried, and crucified. Matthew highlights Jesus' obedience to the Father's will and His role as the sacrificial Lamb. At the crucifixion, Jesus cries out, "My God, My God, why have You forsaken Me?" (Matthew 27:46), fulfilling Psalm 22.

The resurrection is a pivotal event, with the angel declaring, "He is not here; He has risen, just as He said" (Matthew 28:6). The risen Christ commissions His disciples to make disciples of all nations, promising His presence until the end of the age (Matthew 28:18-20).

Conclusion:
Matthew's Gospel presents Jesus as the Messiah, the fulfillment of prophecy, and the Savior of humanity. Through His teachings, miracles, and sacrificial death, Jesus establishes His kingdom and offers salvation to all who believe.

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Matthew 9:9,10
And as Jesus passed forth from there, he saw a man, named Matthew, sitting at the receipt of custom: and he said to him, Follow me. And he arose, and followed him.
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Matthew's Genealogy of Jesus Christ
... ST. MATTHEW Chaps. I to VIII MATTHEW'S GENEALOGY OF JESUS CHRIST. 'The book
of the generation of Jesus Christ, the son of David, the ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture a/matthews genealogy of jesus christ.htm

Joshua was a Figure of Christ.
... who derived their circumcision from Abraham, saying that Jesus (Joshua) would ... renewal
of heaven and earth dates from the incarnation of Christ. ... Matthew 19:28.]. ...
/.../chapter cxiii joshua was a figure.htm

Genealogy of Jesus According to Matthew.
... Part First. The Period of Christ's Life Prior to His Ministry. III. Genealogy
of Jesus According to Matthew. ^A Matthew 1:1-17. ...
/.../mcgarvey/the four-fold gospel/iii genealogy of jesus according.htm

Jesus was at First Proclaimed by the Twelve as a Worker and a ...
... cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, [5681] through which, when Christ was crucified ... had
sufficient power to prevent those going to Jesus who were ... 5679] Matthew 16:21 ...
/.../origen/origens commentary on the gospel of matthew/18 jesus was at first.htm

The Grace of God through Jesus Christ. "
... (Matthew 9:13.) Christ calls to ... who are fatigued, weary, heavy-laden, and oppressed
with the burden of their sins, (Matthew 11:28 ... (Luke 18:9.) "Jesus said unto ...
/.../arminius/the works of james arminius vol 2/the grace of god through.htm

The Brethren of Jesus.
... grace, said in the preface, "Jude, the servant of Jesus Christ and the ... things is
indicated a new doubt concerning Him, that Jesus was not ... [5260] Matthew 13:54. ...
/.../origen/origens commentary on the gospel of matthew/17 the brethren of jesus.htm

Of the Fact that Matthew, Together with Mark, had Specially in ...
... that there might be a mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus, [515]
to ... him to act as his summarist in the way that Mark was attached to Matthew. ...
/.../augustine/the harmony of the gospels/chapter iii of the fact that.htm

Relation of the Former Commission Given by Jesus to the Disciples ...
... know, however, that some manuscripts of the Gospel according to Matthew have, "He ...
then, if you can say, that the belief that Jesus is the Christ is inferior ...
/.../origens commentary on the gospel of matthew/15 relation of the former.htm

And on the Third Day after the Birth of Our Lord Jesus Christ...
The Gospel of Pseudo-Matthew. <. ... Chapter 14. And on the third
day after the birth of our Lord Jesus Christ? And on ...
/.../unknown/the gospel of pseudo-matthew/chapter 14 and on the.htm

Concerning the Question of Jesus in C??sarea, who do Men Say that ...
... we have added because to the saying, "Thou art the Christ, the Son ... had understood
the opinions under the influence of which Jesus said, "If ... [5605] Matthew 16:13 ...
/.../origens commentary on the gospel of matthew/9 concerning the question of.htm