Studies in Scripture, Vol. 5: The Gospels

Toward the end of his Gospel, the beloved apostle John explains why he wrote: "That ye might believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God; and that believing ye might have life through his name." The four Gospels--Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John--all bear witness to the divine mission of the Savior. Thus, the key to eternal life is found in reading these sacred records, learning of the life and teachings of the Master, and incorporating those teachings into their lives.

In this, the fifth volume of the Studies in Scripture series, twenty-four gospel scholars, all deeply committed and believing Latter-day Saints, focus on the life and ministry of Jesus Christ in thirty-one insightful essays. Background information is presented on the setting of the Gospels, with an overview of the style and purpose of each. This is followed by essays on Jesus' birth and childhood, his baptism and the beginning of his ministry, the calling of his apostles, the miracles he performed, the parables he taught, the testimony of witnesses to his work, and events leading to his crucifixion, culminating in his glorious resurrection.

Kent P. Jackson holds a Ph.D. in ancient Near Eastern and biblical studies. The author of several books, including The Restored Gospel and the Book of Genesis, Joseph Smith’s Commentary on the Bible, and From Apostasy to Restoration, he is a professor of ancient scripture at BYU. He and his wife, Nancy, have five children.

Robert L. Millet, professor of ancient scripture and former dean of Religious Education at Brigham Young University, holds a master’s degree in psychology and a Ph.D. in religious studies. He is the author of many books, including I Will Fear No Evil, Grace Works, and When a Child Wanders. He and his wife, Shauna, have six children.