Monthly Archives: September 2012

Matthew Introduction: Date

Timing of the writing of the book of Matthew varies.  Some think that it was written around 50 A.D. but others place it as late as the 70’s.  One factor in the dating is whether Jesus truly predicts the fall … Continue reading

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Matthew Introduction: Themes

The Holman Apologetics Study Bible has this to say about the themes in Matthew: “Each Gospel, though broadly compatible with the others, emphasizes something different about the significance of the life and ministry of Jesus. For Matthew, that significance clearly … Continue reading

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Matthew Introduction: Recipients

The Church in Antioch: Acts 11 19 Now those who had been scattered by the persecution that broke out when Stephen was killed traveled as far as Phoenicia, Cyprus and Antioch, spreading the word only among Jews. 20 Some of … Continue reading

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Matthew Introduction: Author

13 Once again Jesus went out beside the lake. A large crowd came to him, and he began to teach them. 14 As he walked along, he saw Levi son of Alphaeus sitting at the tax collector’s booth. “Follow me,” Jesus told him, and Levi got … Continue reading

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Proverbs 28-31 The End of a Study

The wicked flee though no one pursues,    but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 2 When a country is rebellious, it has many rulers,     but a ruler with discernment and knowledge maintains order. 3 A ruler[a] who … Continue reading

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