Matthew's Gospel also tells a story of Jesus, the son of David the son of Abraham directing the reader to the Saviour of the world. 'Chamblin clearly wants me to understand Matthew and to stand amazed in the presence of Jesus the Nazarene.

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What was the original purpose of the Gospel of Matthew? For whom was it written? In this magisterial two-volume commentary, Walter Wilson interprets Matthew as a catechetical work that expresses the ideological and institutional concerns of a faction of disaffected Jewish followers of Jesus in the late first century CE. Wilson’s compelling thesis frames Matthew’s Gospel as not only a continuation of the biblical story but also as a didactic narrative intended to shape the commitments and identity of a particular group that saw itself as a beleaguered, dissident minority. Thus, the text clarifies Jesus’s essential Jewish character as the “Son of David” while also portraying him in opposition to prominent religious leaders of his day—most notably the Pharisees—and open to cordial association with non-Jews. Through meticulous engagement with the Greek text of the Gospel, as well as relevant primary sources and secondary literature, Wilson offers a wealth of insight into the first book of the New Testament. After an introduction exploring the background of the text, its genre and literary features, and its theological orientation, Wilson explicates each passage of the Gospel with thorough commentary on the intended message to first-century readers about topics like morality, liturgy, mission, group discipline, and eschatology. Scholars, students, pastors, and all readers interested in what makes the Gospel of Matthew distinctive among the Synoptics will appreciate and benefit from Wilson’s deep contextualization of the text, informed by his years of studying the New Testament and Christian origins.

This book provides an in-depth look at the most well structured gospel record originally designed to address Jewish questions about Jesus but later used by the early church as a primer for new Christians.

Matthew Volume 1: Chapters 1-7 is a book written with the purpose of helping people engage the Word of God, whether they are already a Christian or if they are a pre-Christian. It will eventually be part of a four-volume set, completing the book of Matthew. It was written in a format to be used as a daily devotional, commentary, or study guide. There are 145 entries that can be read with a partner, in a small group, or individually. Simply read the book however it works best for you and your schedule; there is no wrong way to read it. The overall intent and goal is for the reader to come to know the triune God more, no matter where he or she is at in their personal journey with the heavenly Father.

Matthew's Gospel also tells a story of Jesus, the son of David the son of Abraham directing the reader to the Saviour of the world. "Chamblin clearly wants me to understand Matthew and to stand amazed in the presence of Jesus the Nazarene.