Matthew Leader Guide; Books of Faith Series (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781506416144)

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

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)