Download or read book The Matthew Journey A Discipleship Manual Through the Gospel of Matthew written by Jeff S. Kennedy and published by Essentialife Resources. This book was released on 2011-12 with total page 120 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Before Jesus left his disciples he gave them the famous commission to "Go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything that I've commanded you..." (Mt 28:19-20). The commission actually reveals a unique characteristic of Matthew's Gospel - it was designed to be a training manual for the Matthean community of disciples. Matthew's Gospel was structured along five major discourses on discipleship (Ch's 5-7; 10; 13; 18; 24-25). In addition to these formalized sermons, the gospel contains numerous situational teaching moments. Thus, future disciples are expected to assimilate the entire spectrum of Jesus' teaching content found in both His preaching and practice. The disciple of Jesus should know: - who Jesus is - what Jesus has to say, and - what Jesus did. Knowing who he is will inspire faith in him. Knowing what he commands will guide the disciple in obedience, and knowing what the Master does will provide a pattern to follow. These three lines of inquiry will guide the disciple's development into the image of Jesus. The end-game in following such a manual is that the believer will be prepared to make disciples of others. If this all sounds to you like a pretty tall order, well then you're right. It is a demanding journey! Welcome to The Matthew Journey. This study guide follow's the course taught at Eastpoint Church in Spokane Valley, WA. It is designed to be a thirteen week discipleship/mentoring curriculum for committed disciples.
Download or read book Matthew written by Stephen D. Eyre and published by InterVarsity Press. This book was released on 2000-07-26 with total page 116 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What would it be like to be discipled by Jesus himself? What would he teach you about relationships, priorities, wealth and his coming kingdom? What would you learn from his actions? Matthew's Gospel brings you face to face with Jesus as he calls, teaches and prepares his disciples. As you work through these twenty-two session LifeGuide® Bible Study on Matthew, you can become one of those chosen followers.
Download or read book The Gospel of Matthew written by Matt Woodley and published by InterVarsity Press. This book was released on 2011-09-13 with total page 303 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this second book in the Resonate series, Matt Woodley takes you on a journey through the Gospel of Matthew, considering the audacious idea of a God with us--confronting us in the midst of all we've invested ourselves in and dedicated ourselves to, and encouraging us with the promise that the God who made us has a better life in mind for us.
Download or read book Matthew s Manual for Disciples written by David A. Fraser and published by . This book was released on 2020-02-02 with total page 710 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Matthew's Gospel is designed to facilitate growth in the Christian faith. This commentary focuses on Matthew as a manual of instruction for people who are followers of Christ and wish to deepen their understanding of his commands and spiritual practices. Emphasis is given to the ethical instructions, especially the Sermon on the Mount.
Download or read book Bible Study Guide Matthew Volume I written by Andrew J. Lamont-Turner and published by Andrew J. Lamont-Turner. This book was released on with total page 393 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Embark on a transformative journey through the Gospel of Matthew with our comprehensive Bible Study Guide. Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Matthew's narrative as we unravel the threads of prophecy, parables, and powerful teachings woven into this Gospel. Key Features: Discover the Kingdom: Unearth the profound meaning behind the Kingdom of Heaven as a central theme, guiding every aspect of Jesus' life, teachings, and mission. Sermon on the Mount Deep Dive: Dive into the Sermon on the Mount, unpacking its revolutionary ethical principles and unveiling the blueprint for Kingdom living. Parables Unveiled: Explore the hidden treasures within Jesus' parables, gaining insights into the mysteries of the Kingdom and their relevance to our lives today. Discipleship Dynamics: Delve into the challenges and rewards of discipleship presented in Matthew, understanding the cost and joy of following Jesus. Reflective Questions: Engage in thoughtful reflection with questions that invite personal contemplation and application, fostering a deeper connection to the Gospel message. Prayers for Today: Connect the timeless truths of Matthew with contemporary Christian life through prayers inspired by the Gospel, making the scripture relevant to our daily journey. Are you ready to embark on a profound exploration of the Kingdom of Heaven as revealed in the Gospel of Matthew? Allow the transformative power of God's Word to shape your understanding and practice of your faith.
Download or read book Matthew written by Stephen Eyre and published by Inter-Varsity Press. This book was released on 2015-11-19 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What would it be like to be discipled by Jesus? What would he teach us about relationships, priorities, wealth and his coming kingdom? What would we learn from his actions? If you long for Jesus' personal touch, then study Matthew's Gospel. This revised LifeBuilder Bible Study features additional questions for starting group discussions and for meeting God in personal reflection, together with expanded leader's notes and an extra 'Now or Later' section in each study. There are twenty two studies in this book.
Download or read book Matthew written by Craig S. Keener and published by InterVarsity Press. This book was released on 1997-08-08 with total page 450 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Matthew was the most popular gospel in the early church, widely read for its clear empahsis on Jesus' teaching. Craig Keener expounds the text as a discipleship manual for believers today.
Download or read book The Concept of Disciple in Matthew s Gospel as Reflected in the Use of the Term Mathetes written by Michael J. Wilkins and published by BRILL. This book was released on 2014-04-03 with total page 273 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Matthew written by Craig S. Keener and published by IVP Academic. This book was released on 1997-08-08 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Matthew was the most popular Gospel in the early church, widely read for its clear emphasis on Jesus' teaching. Drawing on its use as a teaching or discipleship manual, Craig Keener expounds Matthew as a discipleship manual for believers today. In his skilled hands, this first-century text becomes as relevant and contemporary as information downloaded from the Internet, while it challenges us with its divine perspective on how life ought to be lived. In this clear, incisive commentary, readers will find an introduction with background material concerning authorship, date and purpose, as well as a summary of important theological themes. A passage-by-passage exposition follows that focuses on understanding what significance the Gospel of Matthew had for its original readers in order to see its relevance for the church today. Students, pastors, Bible teachers and everyone who wants to understand the message of Matthew for the church will benefit from this excellent resource.
Download or read book Matthew written by Drew Hunter and published by Crossway. This book was released on 2014-07-31 with total page 98 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The book of Matthew paints a powerful portrait of Jesus as Israel's long-awaited Messiah, the one who would bring God's kingdom to earth and fulfill his promises to his people. Leading readers through this hope-filled book, this guide explains the biblical text with clarity and passion—inviting us to encounter God's one and only Son: Jesus Christ, the Savior of the world. Over the course of 12 weeks, these studies explore books of the Bible and: Ask thoughtful questions to spur discussion Show how each passage unveils the gospel Tie the text in with the whole story of Scripture Illuminate the doctrines taught in each passage Invite you to discover practical implications Help you better understand and apply God's Word
Download or read book Matthew 1 16 written by Stephen D. Eyre and published by InterVarsity Press. This book was released on 2012-09-28 with total page 62 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What would it be like to be discipled by Jesus himself? What would he teach you about relationships, priorities, wealth and his coming kingdom? What would you learn from his actions? Matthew's Gospel brings you face to face with Jesus as he calls, teaches and prepares his disciples. As you work through these eleven-session LifeGuide® Bible Study on Matthew, you can become one of those chosen followers. This LifeGuide Bible Study features questions for starting group discussions and for meeting God in personal reflection. Leader's notes are included with information on study preparation, leading the study and small group components as well as helps for specific Bible passages covered in the study. Presented in a convenient workbook format and featuring the inductive Bible study approach, LifeGuides are thoroughly field-tested prior to publication; they're proven and popular guides for digging into Scripture on your own or with a small group. For over three decades LifeGuide Bible Studies have provided solid biblical content and raised thought-provoking questions—making for a one-of-a-kind Bible study experience for individuals and groups. This series has more than 130 titles on Old and New Testament books, character studies, and topical studies. PDF download with a single-user license; available from InterVarsity Press and other resellers.
Download or read book Gospel Discipleship Participant Guide written by Michelle J. Morris and published by Abingdon Press. This book was released on 2020-03-31 with total page 131 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There was a time when discipleship was taken for granted. It was assumed that people could be persuaded to believe and that each person would step into the path that took them to Jesus. That assumption is no longer valid. As early as the Gospels, Jesus and his biographers recognize that each person brings experience to the journey, which travels through different times and places. The discipleship path for each individual disciple is assessed and determined through this Gospel Discipleship Participant Guide while the Gospel Discipleship Congregation Guide serves as the implementation guide for church leaders. It also assesses the discipleship path for the congregation as a whole. By understanding what type of disciple you are, participants in Gospel Discipleship can clarify the path they need to walk. Some people love to go on mission trips; some people really thrive learning from a great teacher; some people connect to God through painting and music; and some people just want to have a cup of coffee and talk about life and eventually get around to talking about Jesus. Participants in Gospel Discipleship can be set free from the guilt of not feeling like a "real" disciple because they don't feel called to experience the journey the same way as everyone else. Instead, participants can become the disciple Jesus wants them to be. They can spend their valuable time and energy living and walking on the path where Jesus is calling them to follow.
Download or read book The Meaning of Make Disciples in the Broader Context of the Gospel of Matthew written by Lindsay D. Arthur and published by Wipf and Stock Publishers. This book was released on 2022-05-09 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Students of the Bible are generally comfortable with their understanding of the command “make disciples” (Matt 28:19). Indeed, most of them would argue that the Gospel writer, Matthew, spells out very clearly the meaning of the term in the Great Commission (Matt 28:16–20) by utilizing three key words, viz., “go[ing],” “baptizing,” and “teaching.” This point of view is the result of centuries of scholarly opinion that has looked primarily, if not solely, to these three adjacent participles of “make disciples” (Matt 28:19), and not to the entire Gospel of Matthew, for the meaning of the command. This book does not suggest that “going,” “baptizing,” and “teaching” are not to be considered in determining the essence of Christian disciple-making. Rather, it contends that the three terms should not be our only source of meaning. This problem is tackled herein by demonstrating that Matthew establishes a framework within the Great Commission itself that points to a fuller meaning of “make disciples” in the broader context of his Gospel, and that the Gospel writer expects his reader to draw on his entire Gospel to grasp the full meaning of this important command.
Download or read book The Meaning of Make Disciples in the Broader Context of the Gospel of Matthew written by Lindsay D. Arthur and published by Wipf and Stock Publishers. This book was released on 2022-05-09 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Students of the Bible are generally comfortable with their understanding of the command "make disciples" (Matt 28:19). Indeed, most of them would argue that the Gospel writer, Matthew, spells out very clearly the meaning of the term in the Great Commission (Matt 28:16-20) by utilizing three key words, viz., "go[ing]," "baptizing," and "teaching." This point of view is the result of centuries of scholarly opinion that has looked primarily, if not solely, to these three adjacent participles of "make disciples" (Matt 28:19), and not to the entire Gospel of Matthew, for the meaning of the command. This book does not suggest that "going," "baptizing," and "teaching" are not to be considered in determining the essence of Christian disciple-making. Rather, it contends that the three terms should not be our only source of meaning. This problem is tackled herein by demonstrating that Matthew establishes a framework within the Great Commission itself that points to a fuller meaning of "make disciples" in the broader context of his Gospel, and that the Gospel writer expects his reader to draw on his entire Gospel to grasp the full meaning of this important command.
Download or read book The Beatitudes written by Michael L. D'Spain and published by WestBow Press. This book was released on 2016-01-18 with total page 108 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Beatitudes: The Pathway to Discipleship takes a look at the well-known and often studied blessings in Jesuss Sermon on the Mount, offering ways to see them afresh. Author Michael L. DSpain weaves together an exploration of the beloved passage from Matthews gospel with his experiences in the military and as a father of three sons. The result is a tapestry that shows how Jesus invites individuals to follow him closely so that when others see their lives of discipleship, they see Jesus Himself, their teacher, their rabbi. Each chapter of The Beatitudes: The Pathway to Discipleship explores one of the Beatitudes through explanations of its details, illustrations from daily life, and comparisons with other passages from the Scriptures that present teachings about Gods blessings. After asking readers a deep questionAre you ready?the books final chapter closes with the reassurance of Jesuss promise of eternal life for His disciples. When you listen to the words of Jesus and hear His invitation to follow, this study can show the direction to take as you step out along the journey of discipleship. Whether you are a seasoned Christian seeking new depths in your faith or a recently converted believer, the Beatitudes provide the sustenance to fortify you as you come to know the challenges and obstacles that confront you on your journey of faith.
Download or read book Matthew written by Thomas G. Long and published by Westminster John Knox Press. This book was released on 1997-01-01 with total page 348 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The original audience for the Gospel of Matthew included converts from Judaism who wrestled with how to be faithful to Jesus Christ under difficult circumstances in a changing world. The Gospel of Matthew became a first-aid manual for this church in the midst of a struggle. Thomas Long identifies this first audience and its faith within the social and religious context of the day and clarifies the structure of the Gospel. Providing examples of contemporary relevance, Long helps today's reader discern the significance of this guide for faithful living in today's church. Books in the Westminster Bible Companion series assist laity in their study of the Bible as a guide to Christian faith and practice. Each volume explains the biblical book in its original historical context and explores its significance for faithful living today. These books are ideal for individual study and for Bible study classes and groups.
Download or read book Journey Through Matthew written by Mike Raiter and published by Discovery House Publishing. This book was released on with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Journey into a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ through the book of Matthew The first book of the New Testament makes it abundantly clear who Jesus is: the Immanuel (God with us), and Saviour of the world. It shows us how Jesus fulfilled all that was predicted of the Messiah, and how His death and resurrection would bring salvation and reconcile people to God. Embark on a journey of the Gospel of Matthew and let this truth of Jesus’ eternal authority change your walk with God. Be challenged as you take up Jesus’ call to follow Him, and discover what it means to lead a life of total commitment to the Messiah. The Journey Through the bible series provides assistance to those who desire to spend time with God in His Word, book by book. The biblical insights will help Christians discover the precious, life-transforming wisdom of the Bible, inspiring them toward a closer walk with God. Perfect for personal devotions.
