Classroom•Rise of the Messiah
Module 1

Introducing Matthew

Get acquainted with Matthew’s Gospel. Explore the 1st-century background and the literary design of the book to learn about its structure and themes.

2 Hours 32 Minutes
Begin Session 1
  1. What Does “Gospel” Mean?
    Session 1
    What Does “Gospel” Mean?
    What is the meaning of the word “gospel”? To better understand this word, step back in time to imagine the world as it first encountered Matthew’s Gospel.
    34 Minutes
  2. The Formation of the Gospels
    Session 2
    The Formation of the Gospels
    From eyewitnesses to the fourfold Gospel in our Bibles, trace the development of these books to learn about the unity and diversity of the gospel accounts.
    46 Minutes
  3. Macro Design of Matthew’s Gospel
    Session 3
    Macro Design of Matthew’s Gospel
    Study the design of Matthew’s Gospel to learn about its message and themes.
    44 Minutes
  4. The Origins of Matthew’s Gospel
    Session 4
    The Origins of Matthew’s Gospel
    Who wrote the book of Matthew? Examine the internal references, early traditions, and historical clues about the authorship of Matthew.
    28 Minutes
  5. Quiz
    Introducing Matthew
    6 Questions