Bible Book of Matthew | Jesus the Promised King

The life of Jesus presented as the long-awaited King of the Jews who fulfills the Old Testament prophecies. Matthew chapters with summary and commentary.

Genre: Gospel. Theme: Jesus the Promised King

  • Author: Matthew (Levi)
  • Date: AD 50-60
  • Read Time: 140 mins
  • Purpose: To prove to Jews Jesus is Messiah and King.
  • Key Verse: Matt 16:16 - Thou art the Christ, the Son of the living God.
  • Christ: King of the Jews.
  • Audience: Jewish believers needing proof of Jesus’ Messianic credentials
  • Unique Fact: Quotes OT more than any other Gospel.
  • Kingdom Discourses: Structured around five major sermons that echo the five books of the Torah.
  • Genealogical Claim: Traces Jesus to Abraham and David to establish His legal right to the throne.

Matthew serves as the bridge between testaments, utilizing over 60 Old Testament citations to prove Jesus is the promised King.

The book alternates between narrative action and systematic teaching, concluding with the global 'Great Commission'.

Jesus is the Emmanuel (1:23), the King of the Jews (2:2), and the greater Lawgiver (5:17).

Matthew 1 - Lineage and Genealogy of Jesus Christ

The record of Jesus Christ, son of David, son of Abraham. Mary bore a son by the Holy Spirit. An angel told Joseph to name him Jesus.

Matthew 2 - Magi the Wise Men

Wise men came from the east to worship the child. King Herod ordered that all the baby boys be killed. An angel warned Joseph to flee.

Matthew 3 - John the Baptist

John the Baptist was preaching, "Repent, the kingdom is near!" Jesus was baptised by John. A voice from heaven said, "This is my Son."

Matthew 4 - The Temptation of Jesus

Jesus was tempted by Satan in the wilderness. He called Peter, Andrew, James and John to follow him. He preached and healed the sick.

Matthew 5 - Beatitudes Sermon on the Mount

Jesus said, "Blessed are the pure in heart. I have come to fulfil the law. Whoever is angry will be judged. I say, love your enemies."

Matthew 6 - Doing good deeds

"Do your good deeds in secret. Pray, 'Father, your kingdom come.' You cannot serve God and money. Do not be anxious about your life."

Matthew 7 - Judge not lest ye be Judged

"Do not judge others. Do to others what you would have them do to you. Whoever obeys is like a man who built his house on the rock."

Matthew 8 - Jesus heals the Leper

Jesus cleansed a leper. He healed the servant of a centurion who had faith. He calmed a storm at sea and cast demons out of two men.

Matthew 9 - Jesus Heals a Paralytic

Jesus healed a paralytic. Many sinners came to eat with him. He raised a girl to life and healed two blind men. The crowds marvelled.

Matthew 10 - The Twelve Apostles

Jesus sent out the twelve to proclaim the kingdom. "You will be hated for my name, but do not fear. Whoever receives you receives me."

Matthew 11 - Messengers from John the Baptist

John sent word from prison. Jesus said, "John the Baptist is Elijah." Jesus denounced the cities and said, "Come, my burden is light."

Matthew 12 - Jesus Is Lord of the Sabbath

The Pharisees opposed Jesus when he healed on the Sabbath. He said, "A tree is known by its fruit. The sign of Jonah will be given."

Matthew 13 - Parable of the Sower and the Seed

Jesus gave a parable about a sower. He told the disciples, "Seeing they do not see." He said, "The kingdom is like hidden treasure."

Matthew 14 - Death of John the baptist in Prison

Herod had John the Baptist killed. Jesus fed 5,000 men with five loaves and two fish. Jesus came to the disciples walking on the sea.

Matthew 15 - Obeying the Laws of Man

Jesus challenged the Pharisees about tradition. He healed a Canaanite woman's daughter. He taught on the mountain and fed 4,000 men.

Matthew 16 - The Pharisees and Sadducees Demand Signs

Peter said, "You are the Christ." Jesus told them that he must be killed and be raised. He said, "Take up your cross and follow me."

Matthew 17 - Transfiguration of Jesus Christ on the mount

Jesus took Peter, James and John and was transfigured. A voice said, "This is my son." Jesus healed an epileptic. Peter paid the tax.

Matthew 18 - Who Is the Greatest?

Jesus said, "Become like children to enter the kingdom. A shepherd searches for the lost sheep. Forgive seventy times seven times."

Matthew 19 - Jesus on Marriage and Divorce

Jesus was asked about divorce. He said, "Do not separate what God has joined." He told a rich man, "Sell everything and follow me."

Matthew 20 - Laborers in the Vineyard

"The kingdom is like a master paying wages." Jesus told the disciples, "The Son of Man came to give his life as a ransom for many."

Matthew 21 - The Triumphal Entry

Jesus rode into Jerusalem on a donkey. He healed and taught in the temple. "A man sent his son to his tenants, but they killed him."

Matthew 22 - Parable of the Wedding Feast

Jesus said, "The kingdom is like a wedding." The Pharisees questioned him about the law. He said, "Love God and love your neighbour."

Matthew 23 - Woes to the Hypocrites

Jesus said, "The Pharisees preach but do not practise. You strain out a gnat but swallow a camel. You kill and crucify the prophets."

Matthew 24 - Destruction of Temple and the End times

Jesus said, "In the end there will be tribulation. Let those in Judea flee. The Son of Man will come in glory. No one knows the day."

Matthew 25 - Parable of the 10 Virgins

"The kingdom is like virgins awaiting the bridegroom. A man entrusted talents to his servants. The Son of Man will judge the nations."

Matthew 26 - The Plot to Kill Jesus

Jesus took Passover with his disciples. He prayed in agony in Gethsemane. Judas betrayed Jesus to the chief priests. Peter denied him.

Matthew 27 - Pontius Pilate and Jesus

Jesus was handed over to Pilate. The crowd said, "Crucify him!" He was mocked and crucified. Darkness fell and he gave up his spirit.

Matthew 28 - The Resurrection of Jesus

The women went to the tomb. An angel said, "He has risen!" Jesus met them. He came to the eleven and said, "Go and make disciples."