Guide to the Four Gospels

If you are interested in learning more about the Bible, you should start with the Gospels. The Gospels are the first four books of the New Testament, and they tell the story of Jesus’ life and death. In this guide, we will provide an overview of each Gospel and some study tips for those who want to learn more. We hope that this guide will help you deepen your understanding of Christianity and the Bible. For more information, click here.

The Gospel of Matthew

crossThe Gospel of Matthew is the first book of the New Testament, and it tells the story of Jesus’ life and death. Matthew was one of Jesus’ disciples, and he wrote this Gospel to tell people about his life and teachings. In this Gospel, you will learn about Jesus’ birth, ministry, miracles, and death.

Matthew’s Gospel is the longest of the four Gospels, and it is divided into five main sections:

  • The Birth of Jesus (Matthew chapters)
  • Jesus’ Ministry in Galilee (Matthew chapters)
  • Jesus’ Journey to Jerusalem (Matthew chapters)
  • The Passion and Resurrection of Jesus (Matthew chapters)
  • The Great Commission (Matthew chapter)

The Gospel of Mark

The Gospel of Mark is the shortest of the four gospels and was probably written around 70 AD, making it the first Gospel to be written. It tells the story of Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection from a perspective that is very much centered on the action. The word “gospel” means “good news,” which this book is designed to be precisely. Mark was probably not one of the 12 disciples, but he was a follower of Jesus. He likely wrote his Gospel for a Roman audience, so he includes so many details about Jewish customs that would have been unfamiliar to his readers.

 

The Gospel of Luke

The Gospel of Luke was written by the physician Luke, a companion of the apostle Paul. Luke is the only Gentile author of Scripture. His gospel account presents Jesus as the perfect man who came to save all people. Luke’s Gospel is addressed to Theophilus, which means “lover of God.” Luke wants Theophilus, and all who read his Gospel, to know the truth about Jesus. He carefully researched the facts surrounding Jesus’ life and compiled them in an orderly account. Luke’s Gospel can be divided into three main sections:

  • Jesus’ birth and childhood (Luke chapters)
  • Jesus’ public ministry (Luke chapters)
  • Jesus’ death, resurrection, and ascension (Luke chapters)

The Gospel of John

The Gospel of John is the last of the four gospels. It was written by John, one of Jesus’ disciples. This Gospel is different from the others in that it focuses more on who Jesus is rather than what he did. John’s Gospel starts with a prologue, which tells us about Jesus’ divine nature. It then describes Jesus’ ministry, miracles, and teachings. The Gospel ends with Jesus’ death and resurrection.

The four Gospels provide an in-depth view of the life and teachings of Jesus Christ. Each Gospel has its unique perspective, and together they offer a complete picture of Jesus’ ministry. If you want to learn more about Christianity and the Bible, we recommend reading all four Gospels. You may also want to look up references to specific Bible passages in a study Bible or commentary.…

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