This Wednesday, April 18th, we will discuss the remaining few verses of Matthew 4, specifically, Matthew 4:17-25. Notice Matthew 4:17 begins with "from that time," we will see this phrase again in Matthew 16:21, suggesting a significant break or shift in thought. Matthew has established that Jesus is qualified to be the Messiah by his "fulfilling all righteousness" through his baptism and temptation, not this section of Matthew introduces the beginning of Jesus ministry. It begins with the calling of his disciples and is characterized by his threefold ministry of teaching, preaching, and healing (cf 9:35). Matthew expounds on this threefold ministry of Jesus in Matthew 5-9. In Matthew 5-7 we are given an example of his teaching and preaching ministry and in Matthew 8-9 we have recorded 10 miracles that include healing.
I trust to see you this Wednesday
Andrew
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