Differences in the 4 gospels Flashcards
Who is Matthews targeted audience.
Targeted audience was the Jews- EW in Jew, WE in Matthew
What is the theme in Matthew.
The kingdom of God.
How is Jesus portrayed in Matthew.
Messiah and king.
Connections to scripture in Matthew
Jews were waiting for the promised Messiah, King of the Jews to come and save them, and teach them how to restore God’s kingdom.
Who is Mark’s target audience.
Roman gentiles (non-jews). R in Mark, R in Romans.
What is the theme in Mark.
Discipleship- what it means to follow Jesus
How is Jesus portrayed in Mark.
A suffering servant.
Connections to scripture in Mark.
Romans ruled and occupied the land with Action. This gospel is action driven, but emphasizes the suffering of Jesus to challenge perception of power.
Who is Luke’s target audience.
Greek gentiles. K in Luke, K in Greek.
What is the theme in Luke.
God’s saving love and forgiveness.
How is Jesus portrayed in Luke.
Son of man/universal saviour
Connections to scriptures in Luke.
Greeks were non-citizens. Luke’s gospel is a message of love and salvation for all, not just the Jews.
Who is the target audience in John.
New Christian community, John wrote for Christjohns
What is the theme in John.
The importance of faith
How is Jesus portrayed in John.
Son of God
