The Bible Explained: Matthew

Summary

This video introduces the book of Matthew, highlighting how the Bible is a treasure waiting to be explored. Matthew portrays Jesus as the fulfillment of the covenants made with Abraham, Moses, and David, revealing how Jesus' life, death, and resurrection complete all of God's promises. The video explains how Matthew connects Old Testament scriptures to show that Jesus is the long-awaited Messiah. It emphasizes the importance of seeing Jesus as the treasure hidden in scripture and invites viewers to explore the Gospel in every book of the Bible.

Takeaways

• 📖 The Bible is a treasure waiting to be explored, as shown through the book of Matthew.
• ✍️ Matthew portrays Jesus as the fulfillment of the Old Testament treasures, especially through three key figures: Abraham, Moses, and David.
• 👑 The covenants made to Abraham, Moses, and David find their fulfillment in Jesus: Abraham’s blessing to all nations, Moses’ Law, and David’s eternal throne.
• 🔍 The Old Testament promises were not yet fulfilled by the end of its narrative, but Matthew shows that Jesus completes them.
• 🧳 Matthew presents Jesus as the new Abraham, Moses, and David, emphasizing his role in fulfilling God's promises.
• 📜 Jesus is the final seed of Abraham, bringing life and blessing to all nations through his death and resurrection.
• 🔑 The religious leaders, like the Pharisees and Scribes, failed to recognize Jesus as the fulfillment of Scripture due to their hardened hearts and traditions.
• ✝️ Jesus’ crucifixion is the ultimate fulfillment of the Scriptures, showing that his death and resurrection complete the covenants of Abraham, Moses, and David.
• 💡 Every story, law, and promise in the Bible finds its true meaning in Jesus’ death, burial, and resurrection.
• 🎥 Spoken Gospel’s mission is to show how Jesus and the Gospel are present in every book of the Bible, starting with the Torah and moving into the Gospels.

Q & A

What is the Bible according to the video?

The Bible is described as a treasure waiting to be explored, with Jesus being the fulfillment of its teachings and covenants.

How does Matthew portray Jesus in his Gospel?

Matthew portrays Jesus as the fulfillment of the covenants made to Abraham, Moses, and David, showing that Jesus is the promised Messiah and the new Abraham, Moses, and David.

What covenants are central to understanding Jesus in Matthew’s Gospel?

The covenants with Abraham, Moses, and David are central. The covenant with Abraham promises blessings to all nations, the covenant with Moses offers life with God through the Law, and the covenant with David promises an eternal throne.

How did Jesus fulfill the covenant made to Abraham?

Jesus fulfilled the covenant by being the final seed who died to bring the blessing of life to all nations.

In what ways does Matthew show Jesus as the new Moses?

Matthew shows Jesus as the new Moses through events like His 40 days in the wilderness, His teaching on the mountainside, and His leading a new and better exodus.

What was the reaction of the Scribes and Pharisees to Jesus?

The Scribes and Pharisees saw Jesus as a threat to their traditions, and despite seeing His ministry and hearing His teachings, they did not truly believe or understand that He was the fulfillment of the scriptures.

How did Jesus fulfill the covenant made to David?

Jesus fulfilled the covenant with David by conquering death and establishing an eternal kingdom, taking His place as the everlasting king.

What irony is noted about the crucifixion of Jesus?

The irony is that while the Scribes and Pharisees believed they were putting a blasphemer to death, they were actually fulfilling scripture, and Jesus’ death brought the completion of God’s covenants.

How does Matthew’s Gospel help us understand the purpose of the Bible?

Matthew’s Gospel shows that the Bible points to Jesus as the fulfillment of all its teachings and covenants, highlighting the connection between the Old Testament scriptures and the life of Jesus.

What message does the video give about the mission of Spoken Gospel?

Spoken Gospel aims to reveal how Jesus and His Gospel are present in every book of the Bible. They produce resources like videos, podcasts, and devotionals to help people understand the Gospel in all of scripture.