Matthew (LifeChange)

In Jesus, God Fulfills His PromisesThroughout his Gospel, Matthew takes us back to the Old Testament over and over again to remind us of all that God promised. Since the Fall, humanity had been waiting, hoping for a way back to the Garden, back to life with God and God with us. In Jesus, God fulfills His promises and shows us the way. Matthew will walk you through Jesus? most famous teachings?in both word and deed?showing you what it means to live with Him now so you can live with Him forever.LifeChangeLifeChange Bible studies will help you grow in Christlikeness through a life-changing encounter with God?s Word. Filled with a wealth of ideas for going deeper so you can return to this study again and again.FeaturesCover the book of Matthew in 18 lessonsEquip yourself to lead a Bible studyImagine the Bible?s historical worldStudy word origins and definitionsExplore thoughtful questions on key themesGo deeper with optional projectsAdd your notes with extra space and wide marginsFind the flexibility to fit the time you have From the Back Cover MATTHEW. With its emphasis on the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies, Matthew?s Gospel forms a natural bridge between the Old and New Testaments. While it is directed toward Jewish readers, it has never been limited in its audience. From the visit of the Magi reported at the beginning of this Gospel to the words of the Great Commission at its conclusion, the larger sphere and interests of the Messiah are clear. Throughout Matthew?s Gospel we learn that Jesus is indeed the promised Messiah, come to redeem His people. LifeChange Series: Christians have a lifelong goal: to become like Christ. This involves change, and change isn?t always easy. But the more you know of God?s purposes for you, the more you can experience His joy and participate in His plan. The LifeChange Series of Bible studies on books of the Bible can help you grow in Christlikeness through a life-changing encounter with God?s Word. You?ll benefit in these important ways: 1) You?ll gain a firm understanding of the book-its historical context, purpose, structure, and meaning; 2) You?ll apply its powerful, relevant wisdom to needs and issues you are currently working through; and 3) You?ll acquire personal study skills and a thirst to return to the book on your own-so you can keep going deeper into its life-transforming truths. About the Author The Navigators is an interdenominational, nonprofit organization dedicated to helping people "know Christ and make Him known? as they look to Him and His Word to chart their lives. Navigators have invested their lives in people for more than seventy-five years, coming alongside them life on life to study the Bible, develop a deepening prayer life, and memorize and apply Scripture, The ultimate goal is to equip Christ followers to fulfill 2 Timothy 2:2-to teach what they have learned to others. Today, tens of thousands of people worldwide are coming to know and grow in Jesus Christ through the various ministries of The Navigators. Internationally, more than 4,600 Navigator staff of 70 nationalities serve in more than 100 countries.