Overview of the Gospel of Matthew

Overview of the Gospel of Matthew

• Read the Gospel of Matthew in one sitting (using one of the translations below)
• There are a few links to online Bibles below
• Your church probably has a copy of one of the Bibles below that you could use to read the Gospel of Matthew
• You can also find Bibles to buy fairly cheaply
• Pay attention to the flow of the material and how Matthew tells the story

Bible Translations

Revised Standard Version

New Revised Standard Version

New English Bible

Revised English Bible

Reflection Questions

• As you read the Gospel of Matthew, what word or words jump out for you?
• Was there anything that surprised you?
• What questions did you come away with after reading it in its entirety?
• Were there any ah-ha moments for you?

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Bible Study with Bishop Miller

Dear Friends,

Welcome to our Diocesan Online Bible Study. I am gratefully you are participating in this feast on the Word of God. Regular disciplined reading of scripture is an essential component of the Christian Life and I am delighted to be walking this journey with you. I can think of no better way to begin this new liturgical year.

Over the next weeks we will be reading and reflecting together on the Gospel of Luke, what Luke is saying to his first hearers and what Luke is saying to us today both as individuals and as the church. As we begin it is important to have a view of the whole of Luke’s Gospel. So what I ask you to do is sit down and read Luke straight through from beginning to end in one sitting. I know it sounds like a lot to ask but trust me it will be a real blessing. Pay attention to the following.

What are the words or phrases that stood out for you?

What words or phrases does Luke use the most?

Is there a particular scene or story that touched your heart?

Did anything surprise you?

Was there a story you expected to read that wasn’t there?

Is there anything else you wish to share?

I look forward to hearing from you.

Next week I’ll be writing from where this all took place. Pray for me as I will for you.

+Steven
Bishop