Matthew
The Gospel presenting Jesus as the promised Messiah and King
Overview
Genealogy and Birth Narratives
Ch. 1-2Jesus' royal lineage and the circumstances of His miraculous birth
Key Verses: Genealogy from Abraham to Christ, Angel's announcement to Joseph
Preparation for Ministry
Ch. 3-4John the Baptist's ministry, Jesus' baptism, temptation, and the beginning of His public ministry
Key Verses: John the Baptist's preaching, Jesus' baptism and divine approval
The Sermon on the Mount
Ch. 5-7Jesus' comprehensive teaching on kingdom living and Christian ethics
Key Verses: The Beatitudes, Salt and light metaphors
Authority Demonstrated Through Miracles
Ch. 8-9Jesus demonstrates His divine authority through healing and nature miracles
Key Verses: Cleansing the leper, Healing the centurion's servant
Mission and Discipleship Discourse
Ch. 10-12Jesus sends out the twelve disciples and teaches about the cost of discipleship
Key Verses: Commissioning the twelve, Instructions for mission
Parables of the Kingdom
Ch. 13Jesus teaches about the kingdom of heaven through parables
Key Verses: Parable of the sower, Parable of the weeds
Withdrawal and Revelation
Ch. 14-17Jesus withdraws from crowds, performs great miracles, and reveals His true identity
Key Verses: Death of John the Baptist, Feeding the five thousand
Church and Community Life
Ch. 18-20Jesus teaches about relationships, forgiveness, and kingdom values
Key Verses: Teaching about greatness, Parable of the lost sheep
Jerusalem Ministry and Conflicts
Ch. 21-23Jesus' final public ministry in Jerusalem and confrontations with religious leaders
Key Verses: Triumphal entry, Cleansing the temple
The Olivet Discourse
Ch. 24-25Jesus teaches about the future, including the destruction of Jerusalem and His second coming
Key Verses: Prediction of temple destruction, Signs of the end times
Passion and Resurrection
Ch. 26-28Jesus' arrest, trial, crucifixion, and triumphant resurrection
Key Verses: Anointing at Bethany, Last Supper
Chapters
Chapter 1
Messianic LineageThe Genealogy and Birth of Jesus
Matthew traces Jesus' lineage and recounts His virgin birth
Key Verses: Matthew 1:1, Matthew 1:21, Matthew 1:23
Chapter 2
MagiThe Visit of the Magi and Flight to Egypt
Wise men visit Jesus, and the family flees to Egypt
Key Verses: Matthew 2:2, Matthew 2:11, Matthew 2:15
Chapter 3
RepentanceJohn the Baptist Prepares the Way
John baptizes Jesus and the Spirit descends like a dove
Key Verses: Matthew 3:2, Matthew 3:11, Matthew 3:17
Chapter 4
TemptationJesus' Temptation and Early Ministry
Jesus is tempted in the wilderness and begins His ministry
Key Verses: Matthew 4:4, Matthew 4:10, Matthew 4:17
Chapter 5
Kingdom ValuesThe Sermon on the Mount - Beatitudes
Jesus teaches the Beatitudes and principles of kingdom living
Key Verses: Matthew 5:3, Matthew 5:14, Matthew 5:16
Chapter 6
PrayerThe Sermon on the Mount - Prayer and Fasting
Jesus teaches about prayer, fasting, and heavenly treasures
Key Verses: Matthew 6:9, Matthew 6:19, Matthew 6:33
Chapter 7
JudgingThe Sermon on the Mount - Judging and Asking
Jesus teaches about judging others and asking God
Key Verses: Matthew 7:1, Matthew 7:7, Matthew 7:12
Chapter 8
HealingJesus Heals Many
Jesus performs various healing miracles
Key Verses: Matthew 8:2, Matthew 8:8, Matthew 8:26
Chapter 9
CallingMore Healings and Calling of Matthew
Jesus heals more people and calls Matthew the tax collector
Key Verses: Matthew 9:9, Matthew 9:13, Matthew 9:22
Chapter 10
ApostlesThe Twelve Apostles Sent Out
Jesus sends out the twelve apostles with instructions
Key Verses: Matthew 10:5, Matthew 10:16, Matthew 10:28
Chapter 11
John's QuestionJohn's Question and Jesus' Response
John questions Jesus and Jesus praises John
Key Verses: Matthew 11:3, Matthew 11:11, Matthew 11:28
Chapter 12
SabbathJesus and the Sabbath
Jesus defends His Sabbath actions and warns against blasphemy
Key Verses: Matthew 12:8, Matthew 12:30, Matthew 12:50
Chapter 13
ParablesParables of the Kingdom
Jesus teaches about the kingdom through parables
Key Verses: Matthew 13:3, Matthew 13:31, Matthew 13:44
Chapter 14
CompassionJohn Beheaded and Jesus Feeds 5000
John is executed and Jesus miraculously feeds the multitude
Key Verses: Matthew 14:14, Matthew 14:20, Matthew 14:33
Chapter 15
TraditionTradition and the Canaanite Woman
Jesus addresses tradition and heals a Canaanite woman's daughter
Key Verses: Matthew 15:8, Matthew 15:11, Matthew 15:28
Chapter 16
ConfessionPeter's Confession
Peter declares Jesus as the Christ, the Son of the living God
Key Verses: Matthew 16:16, Matthew 16:18, Matthew 16:24
Chapter 17
TransfigurationThe Transfiguration
Jesus is transfigured on the mountain with Moses and Elijah
Key Verses: Matthew 17:2, Matthew 17:5, Matthew 17:20
Chapter 18
HumilityThe Greatest in the Kingdom
Jesus teaches about humility and forgiveness
Key Verses: Matthew 18:3, Matthew 18:15, Matthew 18:22
Chapter 19
MarriageMarriage and Divorce
Jesus teaches about marriage, divorce, and celibacy
Key Verses: Matthew 19:6, Matthew 19:14, Matthew 19:26
Chapter 20
First and LastLaborers in the Vineyard
Parable of workers and Jesus' third prediction of death
Key Verses: Matthew 20:16, Matthew 20:26, Matthew 20:28
Chapter 21
Triumphal EntryTriumphal Entry and Temple Cleansing
Jesus enters Jerusalem and cleanses the temple
Key Verses: Matthew 21:5, Matthew 21:9, Matthew 21:13
Chapter 22
Wedding FeastParables and Questions
Jesus tells parables and answers challenging questions
Key Verses: Matthew 22:14, Matthew 22:21, Matthew 22:37
Chapter 23
HypocrisyWoes to the Scribes and Pharisees
Jesus pronounces woes on religious leaders
Key Verses: Matthew 23:12, Matthew 23:23, Matthew 23:37
Chapter 24
End TimesSigns of the End
Jesus predicts the destruction of the temple and end times
Key Verses: Matthew 24:14, Matthew 24:24, Matthew 24:35
Chapter 25
WatchParables of the Kingdom
Parables about readiness for the kingdom
Key Verses: Matthew 25:13, Matthew 25:21, Matthew 25:40
Chapter 26
Last SupperThe Plot and Last Supper
Judas plots betrayal and Jesus shares the Last Supper
Key Verses: Matthew 26:26, Matthew 26:28, Matthew 26:39
Chapter 27
TrialJesus' Trial and Crucifixion
Jesus is tried, crucified, and buried
Key Verses: Matthew 27:46, Matthew 27:50, Matthew 27:54
Chapter 28
ResurrectionThe Resurrection and Great Commission
Jesus rises from the dead and commissions His disciples
Key Verses: Matthew 28:6, Matthew 28:19, Matthew 28:20
About Matthew
The Gospel presenting Jesus as the promised Messiah and King
Testament
New Testament
Author
Matthew