Matthew was the most popular Gospel in the early church, widely read for its clear emphasis on Jesus' teaching. Drawing on its use as a teaching or discipleship manual, Craig Keener expounds the text for believers today. In his skilled hands, the ongoing relevance of this first-century text becomes readily apparent, challenging us with its divine perspective on how life ought to be lived.
In this clear, incisive commentary, Keener provides an introduction with background material concerning authorship, date and purpose, as well as a summary of important theological themes. A passage-by-passage exposition follows that focuses on understanding Matthew's message to his original readers in order to see its relevance for the church today.
In this clear, incisive commentary, Keener provides an introduction with background material concerning authorship, date and purpose, as well as a summary of important theological themes. A passage-by-passage exposition follows that focuses on understanding Matthew's message to his original readers in order to see its relevance for the church today.