NT 123 · B.Th. English syllabus

Gospel Of Matthew

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New Testament · NT 123

Gospel Of Matthew

B.Th. English · Source syllabus with original formative learning enrichment

Course description

This course offers a study of the Gospel of the Matthew on the basis of the English text. The Gospel's literary structure and characteristics will be discussed along with its portrayal of Jesus and its distinctive themes. A study of the Gospel of Matthew explores its structure, theology, and teachings within its ancient setting. Attention is given to its theological and ecclesial significance today, particularly for preaching, and its understandings of mission and making disciples.

Course objectives

By the end of the course, you should be able to:

Articulate the contemporary issues surrounding the interpretation of Matthew.

Consider the importance of this Gospel to one's faith and understanding of who Christ is.

Consider how the Gospel of Matthew informs our understanding of salvation, the church, our ministry, discipleship and so on.

Understand and engage Matthew in relation to spiritual formation and mission both personally and in the church.

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UNIT I: Introduction to Gospel of MatthewUNIT II: Detailed Study in the Gospel of Matthew

Reflect

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How does Matthew's account of discipleship challenge one assumption about leadership or mission in your context? Support your reflection with the text.

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Create a Matthew teaching pathway

Connect the Sermon on the Mount, mission discourse, kingdom parables and Great Commission. Prepare a small-group session showing their relationship within the Gospel.

1. Prepare
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2. Make
Create a draft, diagram, dialogue or teaching resource.
3. Revisit
Invite peer feedback in class; revise and explain what changed.

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Check your understanding

Which material appears in Matthew's detailed outline?

Only Paul's missionary journeysOnly the history of the ReformationThe Sermon on the Mount and the Great Commission

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NT 123 Gospel Of Matthew

Amazing Grace Biblical Seminary — B.Th. English

AmaZing Grace Biblical Seminary Erumelikkara, Kumarapuram (PO), Aluva (via), Ernakulam (District), Kerala, India- Pin-683 565. Ph. 8547473926, 8281663926. NT 123: GOSPEL OF MATTHEW COURSE DESCRIPTION This course offers a study of the Gospel of the Matthew on the basis of the English text. The Gospel's literary structure and characteristics will be discussed along with its portrayal of Jesus and its distinctive themes. A study of the Gospel of Matthew explores its structure, theology, and teachings within its ancient setting. Attention is given to its theological and ecclesial significance today, particularly for preaching, and its understandings of mission and making disciples. COURSE OBJECTIVES By the end of the course, you should be able to: Articulate the contemporary issues surrounding the interpretation of Matthew. Consider the importance of this Gospel to one's faith and understanding of who Christ is. Consider how the Gospel of Matthew informs our understanding of salvation, the church, our ministry, discipleship and so on. Understand and engage Matthew in relation to spiritual formation and mission both personally and in the church. COURSE REQUIREMENTS AND EVALUATION Class Participation 5% Reading Report 20% Main Term Paper/Assignment 15% Final Examination 60% COURSE OUTLINE UNIT I: Introduction to Gospel of Matthew Introduction to the Matthew Jesus and Judaism Jesus and Empire Christology in Matthew Eschatology in Matthew Kingdom in Parables Matthew and Mission UNIT II: Detailed Study in the Gospel of Matthew Origin and Introduction to Jesus (Matt 1-4) The Sermon on the Mount (Matt 5-7) Ministry of Miraculous Deeds (Matt 8-9) The Mission Discourse and Responses to Jesus (Matt 10-12) The Parables of the Kingdom (Matt 13) More Responses to Jesus (Matt 14-16) From Galilee to Jerusalem (Matt 16-20) Jesus in Jerusalem (Matt 21-23) Instruction to the Disciples (Matt 24-25) The Passion Narrative (Matt 26-27) Resurrection and Great Commission (Matt 28) BIBLIOGRAPHY Allison, Dale C. Studies in Matthew: Interpretation Past and Present. Grand Rapids, Michigan: Baker Press, 2005. Carter, Warren. Matthew and the Margins: A Sociopolitical and Religious Reading. Bible and Liberation. Maryknoll, NY: Orbis, 2000. Carter, Warren. Matthew: Storyteller, Interpreter, Evangelist. Peabody, MA: Hendrickson, 2004. Carter,Warren. Matthew and Empire: Initial Explorations. Harrisburgh, PA: Trinity Press International, 2001. Gurtner, Daniel M. and John Nolland, eds. Built Upon the Rock: Studies in the Gospel of Matthew. Grand Rapids, Michigan: Eerdmans, 2008. Osborne, Grant. Matthew. Zondervan Exegetical Commentary on the New Testament. Grand Rapids, Michigan: Zondervan, 2010. Pennington, Jonathan T. Heaven and Earth in the Gospel of Matthew. Grand Rapids, Michigan: Baker Academic, 2009. Runesson, Anders. Divine Wrath and Salvation in Matthew: The Narrative World of the First Gospel. Minneapolis: Fortress Press, 2016. Tomasino, Anthony J. Judaism Before Jesus: The Events and Ideas that Shaped the New Testament World. Downers Grove: IVP, 2003. Turner, David L. Matthew. Baker Exegetical Commentary on the New Testament. Grand Rapids, Mich.: Baker Academic, 2008.

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