The time of the destruction of the temple, verse 32, etc. The text of each chapter will be shown in full, followed by commentary on selected verses. Matthew chapter 24 explained discover the 66 books of. Although the first gospel is anonymous, the early church fathers were unanimous in holding that matthew, one of the 12 apostles, was its author.
Mary and joseph are betrothedthats just a fancy word for engaged. The word talent refers to a measure of weight, like a pound or a ton. In chapter 24, he shows the conditions that will prevail in the world during the time of his rejection and, more particularly, in what the prophet daniel calls the time. The slaughter of the infants and innocent suffering matthew 2. Many shall come in my name first, false christs, next, false prophets, matthew 24. James was not the one called the son of zebedee matthew 4. And many false prophets shall rise, and shall deceive many. The king james version will be the primary text used in this study for no other reason than it is popular and well recognized. But he that shall endure unto the end, the same shall be saved.
It does not state if the scribes teachers of the law. Biblical studiesnew testament commentariesthe gospel of. Notes for matthew chapter 8 page 4 of 6 verse 1415. Matthew study noteschapter 24 watchtower online library. A study of matthew 24 by wayne jackson in this era of change, from one millennium to another, there may be no context that has become the focus of more controversy than the twentyfourth chapter of matthews gospel record. In this lesson you will study the lords final discourse, matthew 2425. He was one of 3 administrators over the kingdom of the medes and persians. The literal fulfillment of this prophecy establishes the tone for the rest of the prophecies in the chapter. Study guide for matthew 24 by david guzik blue letter bible. So, clearly, this very basic book of the bible is, of course, a most rewarding study to both novice and experienced bible students who are willing to diligently dig in.
It assumes the mystery form during the days of the rejection of the king, but the king becomes a sower in the world matthew. Copeland hundreds of free sermon outlines and bible study materials available for online browsing and downloading. Constable the synoptic problem the synoptic problem is intrinsic to all study of the gospels, especially the first three. There is only one good news of the great work that god had accomplished by his son, the lord jesus christ, but in his wisdom it needed four different men to make this news of salvation known to the world in written form. Bible study questions on matthew and the sermon on the mount. It is an extrabiblical word to denote a snatching away of the bride of christ. Mar 01, 2000 his presentation of jesus confidential briefing to his disciples about his second coming in chapter 24 is an essential foundation in any eschatological endtime study. The sign has many features, as set out in matthews account, mt chapters twentyfour and twentyfive, marks account, mr chapter thirteen, and lukes account, lu chapter twentyone. Some have used it for personal devotions, and others in small study groups. Lets move on to the next few verses in matthew chapter 24. Matthew s account does not use the expression became father to see study note on mt 1. This study guide was designed for adult bible classes, though it might be suitable for junior and senior high classes as well. Matthew 24 new international version niv the destruction of the temple and signs of the end times.
But thanks to a jealous and murderous king herod, jesus and company have to flee from judea to egypt until god gives them the green light to return home. Matthew chapter 24 matthew henry complete commentary. Gospel capitalized in these notes refers to a book of the bible, whereas gospel lowercased refers to. Matthew 24 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary provides notes on all 66 books of the bible, and contain more.
This section forms jesus last major discourse and his most prophetic and apocalyptic message of the coming of the end of the world or the present age. It simply says that joseph was the husband of mary, of whom jesus was born. Verse 14 has the word like so we know it is not meant to be taken literally. The questions contain minimal human commentary, but instead urge students to study to understand scripture. This workbook was designed for bible class study, family study, or personal study. Although this chapter alone can be a very extensive study, a quick look at a summary and key verses of matthew 24 can serve as a springboard. A study of matthew 24 by wayne jackson in this era of change, from one millennium to another, there may be no context that has become the focus of more controversy than the twentyfourth chapter of matthew s gospel record. The gospel of matthew chapter twentyfour this chapter records the beginning of the olivet discourse, prompted by questions following jesus prediction of the destruction of the temple. In this chapter, we have jesus himself giving very explicit details about events leading up to and during the time that he returns to earth. So matthew s genealogy highlights that while jesus is not the physical son of joseph, he. Josephuss history of the jewish war is the best commentary onthis chapter. It involves the destruction of jerusalem which occurred in 70 a. M atthew 24 is undoubtedly one of the most encouraging, yet often misunderstood, chapters in the new testament. The greek pronoun rendered whom is feminine and can refer only to mary.
Free bible commentary and bible guide on matthew in simple. In the bible, the term name at times stands for the person who bears the name, his reputation, and all that he represents. Then shall many he offended so as utterly to make shipwreck of faith and a pure conscience. The macarthur new testament commentary, matthew 2428. Each section will be in a box, so that you can easily find a particular passage. Gospel of matthew summary the life of jesus starts out pretty well, with awesome birthday presents from some wise men who track him down by following a star.
The destruction of the temple and city, with the signs preceding, verse 4, etc. The book of matthew study guide galen peterson 1 the book of matthew study guide matthew 2324 23. Matthew 24 niv the destruction of the temple and signs. Matthew 24 summary and key verses what christians want. Study matthew 24 using wesleys explanatory notes to better understand. The passover evening commenced and jesus informed the group they had a trader among them. Matthew 24 bible commentary wesleys explanatory notes. Gospel capitalized in these notes refers to a book of the bible, whereas gospel lowercased refers to the good news, the gospel message.
This approach is attractive in some ways, especially in that it makes the words of jesus in matthew 24. Jesus foretells the destruction of the temple, as he takes his final leave of it, and teaches what were the signs of his coming. Matthew chapter 24 barnes notes on the new testament. Study the bible online using commentary on matthew 24 and more. Until that time christs people are to be in companionship with the world. While the message includes a prediction of the imminent fall of jerusalem, it also goes far beyond to point us to the distant future during which the times. Then was jesus led up of the spirit into the wilderness to be tempted of the devil. The gospel of matthew a chapter by chapter analysis. Matthew 24 commentary ironsides notes on selected books. Through the centuries the most common interpretive approach to the predictions jesus made in this chapter is to see them all or mostly all fulfilled in the great destruction that came upon jerusalem and judea in a. His own coming, and the end of the world, with the signs thereof, verse 2931. The heading of the first book of the new testament is in most manuscripts gospel according to matthew. Verses 48 of matthew chapter 24 parallel to a comparable extent the events following the opening of the seven seals in revelation chapter six so we will quote the comparable verses of revelation 6 with the corresponding matthew text. Matthew chapter 24 matthew henry complete commentary on.
He was going over to the mount of olives, matthew 24. Handout matthew chapter 8 receive bible study notes by. Biblical studiesnew testament commentariesthe gospel of matthewchapter 24. The gospel of matthew, although it is only twentyeight chapters long, is a very important book. Matthew with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. The second temptation of jesus satans leap of faith. And indeed never did so many impostors appear in the world as a few years before the destruction of jerusalem.
His presentation of jesus confidential briefing to his disciples about his second coming in chapter 24 is an essential foundation in any eschatological endtime study. It is important to always look at the context of any verse or passage of scripture so that a fuller understanding of what it teaches can be gained. Matthew chapter 24 barnes notes on the new testament on. Matthew rattles off a long genealogy of jesus with three sets of fourteen generations. This summary of the gospel of matthew provides information about the title, author s, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the gospel of matthew. When jesus came into peters house, he saw peters motherinlaw lying in bed with a fever. Here we have the third miracle located in this twochapter section of matthew. And then all the peoples of the earth will mourn when they see the son of man coming on the clouds of heaven, with power and great glory. Notes for matthew chapter 25 page 3 of 7 verses 1418 cont. He that does so, shall be snatched out of the burning. In this lesson you will study the lords final discourse, matthew 24 25. Daniels work and integrity set him apart from many of the others. Josephuss history of the jewish war is the best commentary on this chapter.
So this event, unheard of in the old testament, was mainly spoken of by the apostle paul 1 thes 4. It begins by identifying the audience as being the multitude and yeshuas disciples. Matthew 24 new american bible revised edition nabre chapter 24. In fact, genesis and matthew are the two key books of the bible. In it the king traces the events that will lead to his second coming to establish his kingdom. As you are instructed to do so, read the sections of this discourse, answering the questions. And this gospel of the kingdom shall be preached in all the world for a witness unto all nations. Here we have the third miracle located in this two chapter section of matthew. Important ancestral names are here that we should recognize from the old testament. The book of matthew study guide galen peterson 1 the book of matthew study guide matthew 23 24 23. Besides the sufferings, including death, and the hatred of all nations that the disciples will have to endure, there will be worse affliction within the church itself. The kingdom will be established on this earth at the return of the king matthew 24, 25. This section forms jesus last major discourse and his most prophetic and apocalyptic message of the coming of the end of the. Although this chapter alone can be a very extensive study, a quick look at a summary and key verses of matthew 24 can serve as a springboard into deeper study.
In his last great sermon about the times of the end the lord explains to the disciples the fate of israel matthew 24. This chapter simply begins with the book of the generation of jesus christ, the son of david, the son of abraham. There was a real temple, and it was really destroyed. Matthew chapter 26 summary judas, one of the disciples, decided at this time hed make that money back by accepting thirty pieces of silver from the chief priests to hand jesus over to them. Pdf file, suitable for printing click here if you want the student edition, with the answers to the questions. After the genealogy breakdown, matthew dives into the actual birth of jesus. Each section will be in a box, so that you can easily find a.