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The structure of the Gospel of Matthew moves from presenting the Christ as the Savior of all nations toward his particular relationship to the Israelites.
The structure of the Gospel of Matthew moves from presenting the Christ as the Savior of all nations toward his particular relationship to the Israelites.
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In the genealogy of Jesus, the phrase "the father of" is used with Joseph?
In the genealogy of Jesus, the phrase "the father of" is used with Joseph?
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Matthew's description of the Baptism of Jesus focuses on the signs that attend the Baptism.
Matthew's description of the Baptism of Jesus focuses on the signs that attend the Baptism.
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The Good News of the Beatitudes reversed the social order.
The Good News of the Beatitudes reversed the social order.
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There is a correspondence between the words and deeds of Jesus the Messiah and the expectations of many about the messianic age.
There is a correspondence between the words and deeds of Jesus the Messiah and the expectations of many about the messianic age.
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Skepticism about Jesus and rejection of his work are not common themes in the Gospel of Matthew.
Skepticism about Jesus and rejection of his work are not common themes in the Gospel of Matthew.
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Peter's plea "Lord, save me" is an example for future followers of Jesus and points to the rescue Jesus will affect for all those who seek his divine help.
Peter's plea "Lord, save me" is an example for future followers of Jesus and points to the rescue Jesus will affect for all those who seek his divine help.
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For Matthew, the messianic identity would involve suffering and violent death.
For Matthew, the messianic identity would involve suffering and violent death.
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Since Jesus' messianic role culminates in suffering, Jesus calls on his disciples to take up his cross and follow him.
Since Jesus' messianic role culminates in suffering, Jesus calls on his disciples to take up his cross and follow him.
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The cleansing of the temple was not a direct challenge by Jesus to the authority of the religious elites.
The cleansing of the temple was not a direct challenge by Jesus to the authority of the religious elites.
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The parable of the Ten Virgins, the Talents, and the Sheep and the Goats illustrate the call for readiness.
The parable of the Ten Virgins, the Talents, and the Sheep and the Goats illustrate the call for readiness.
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Both Matthew and Luke make mention of the thirty pieces of silver.
Both Matthew and Luke make mention of the thirty pieces of silver.
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The Pharisees and the scribes are the chief instigators of Jesus' execution in Matthew.
The Pharisees and the scribes are the chief instigators of Jesus' execution in Matthew.
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The Gospel of Matthew ends with three scenes about Christ sending his people with the Good News.
The Gospel of Matthew ends with three scenes about Christ sending his people with the Good News.
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