Matthew Leader Guide; Books of Faith Series

Throughout history Matthew's gospel has played a prominent role in Christian worship and practice, and to this day it retains a central place in most people's experiences of the New Testament and the Christian faith. Matthew's gospel speaks well to church communities today, identifying the church as founded by Jesus (16:18) and issuing practical instructions for practicing community (18:1-35). Matthew envisions the church as made up of sinners and doubters who struggle with faith, temptation, and forgiveness, but ultimately reflect the ministry and presence of Jesus

8-session course explores selected passages from Matthew.

1. The Birth of the Messiah (Matthew 1:18-2:12) 2. This Is My Son, the Beloved (Matthew 3:13-4:11) 3. You Are the Salt of the Earth (Matthew 5:1-16 [17-20], 21-48) 4. You of Little Faith (Matthew 14:13-36) 5. Who Do You Say That I Am? (Matthew 16:13-17:9 [13]) 6. Where Two or Three Are Gathered in My Name (Matthew 18:1-22 [23-35]) 7. My God, My God, Why Have You Forsaken Me? (Matthew 27:32-56) 8. I Am with You Always (Matthew 28:1-10 [11-15], 16-20)