3/31 Class Flashcards
What are the two ways to read the Gospels?
- Reading Horizontally
- Reading Vertically
What is the focus of reading the Gospels horizontally?
How each Gospel relates to the others
What is the focus of reading the Gospels vertically?
Reading each Gospel as an independent, self-contained literary work
What does Matthew’s genealogy emphasize?
Jesus as the Messiah, the son of David, the son of Abraham
What is the significance of the number fourteen in Matthew’s genealogy?
There are fourteen generations from Abraham to David, from David to Babylon, and from Babylon to the Messiah
What are the five discourse sections in Matthew marked by?
The phrase ‘And it came about when Jesus finished these words…’
What does Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount represent?
A new interpretation of the law, akin to the teachings of Moses
What is the significance of the Canaanite woman in Matthew 15:21-28?
She exemplifies faith and challenges Jesus’ initial response, highlighting the inclusivity of Jesus’ ministry
What does the ‘Little Commission’ refer to in Matthew?
The mission of Jesus’ disciples before the Great Commission
Fill in the blank: Jesus is the new _______.
[Moses]
What is the relationship between Jesus and the Old Testament in Matthew?
Over 40 references to the OT (LXX) affirm Jesus as the fulfillment of Israel’s expectations
True or False: Jesus was sent only for the Jews according to Matthew.
False
What does the term ‘Davidic Messiah’ signify?
Jesus’ lineage and role as a royal figure in the tradition of King David
What does Matthew’s Gospel frequently emphasize?
Jewish concerns and fulfillment of the Old Testament prophecies
What event does the ‘road to Jerusalem’ in Matthew foreshadow?
The crucifixion of Jesus
What does the term ‘Great Commission’ refer to?
Jesus’ command to his disciples to spread the gospel to all nations
What is a key theme in Matthew regarding the response to Jesus?
Mixed responses from both Jews and Gentiles
Fill in the blank: Jesus is sent for Israel to _______ the world.
[bless]
