THE BOOK OF MATTHEW

 MATTHEW CHAPTER ONE

Scriptural Concordance

The Genealogy of the lord Messiah Jesus (v. 1)

(Verse 1) “The book of the genealogy of Jesus the Messiah, son of David, son of Abraham:

"The book of the genealogy of the lord Messiah Jesus"

o Genesis 5:1 – "This is the book of the generations of Adam..." (parallel structure).

o Luke 3:23-38 - Luke’s genealogy is different (and is likely Mary’s genealogy).

o Galatians 4:4 - "God - Yehovah sent His Son, born of woman..."

"Son of David, son of Abraham"

o Samuel 7:12-16 - Davidic covenant the lord Messiah Jesus comes from David’s genealogy).

o Genesis 12:3, 22:18 - Abrahamic covenant (all nations blessed through his offspring).

o Romans 1:3 - Jesus "descended from David according to the flesh."

The Genealogical Record (2-17)

(Verses 2-17) “Abraham became the father of Isaac, and Isaac became the father of Jacob, and Jacob became the father of Judah and his brothers, and Judah became the father of Perez and Zerah by Tamar, and Perez became the father of Hezron, and Hezron became the father of Aram, and Aram became the father of Amminadab, and Amminadab became the father of Nahshon, and Nahshon became the father of Salmon, and Salmon became the father of Boaz by Rahab, and Boaz became the father of Obed by Ruth, and Obed became the father of Jesse, and Jesse became the father of David the king [of Israel]. And David became the father of Solomon by the wife of Uriah, and Solomon became the father of Rehoboam. Rehoboam became the father of Abijah, and Abijah became the father of Asaph. Asa became the father of Jehoshaphat, and Jehoshaphat became the father of Joram. Joram became the father of Uzziah, and Uzziah became the father of Jotham, and Jotham became the father of Ahaz. Ahaz became the father of Hezekiah, and Hezekiah became the father of Manasseh. Manasseh became the father of Amon, and Amon became the father of Josiah. Josiah became the father of Jechoniah and his brothers at the time of the deportation to Babylon. And after the deportation to Babylon, Jechoniah became the father of Shealtiel. Shealtiel became the father of Zerubbabel, and Zerubbabel became the father of Abiud. Abiud became the father of Eliakim, and Eliakim became the father of Azor. Azor became the father of Zadok, and Zadok became the father of Achim, and Achim became the father of Eliud. Eliud became the father of Eleazar, and Eleazar became the father of Matthan. Matthan became the father of Jacob, and Jacob became the father of Joseph, the husband of Mary by whom was born Jesus, who is called the Messiah. Therefore, all the generations from Abraham to David are fourteen generations, and from David to the deportation to Babylon are fourteen generations, and from the deportation to Babylon to the Messiah are fourteen generations.

Structure: Three sets of 14 generations (symbolic, mnemonic).

Key Figures Highlighted:

o Abraham (v. 2) - Father of faith (Hebrews 11:8-12).

o Judah & Tamar (v.3) - Genesis 38 (God’s – Yehovah’s providence in scandalous lineage).

o Rahab (v. 5) - Joshua 2 (Gentile included in the Messiah’s genealogy).

o Ruth (v. 5) - Moabite convert (Ruth 4:13-17).

o David (v. 6) - Messianic king (Psalm 89:3-4).

o "Uriah’s wife" (Bathsheba, v. 6) - Acknowledges David’s sin (2 Samuel 11-12).

o Jeconiah (v.11-12) - Jeremiah 22:30 (curse on his line, yet God - Yehovah preserves Messiah’s legitimacy through Joseph’s legal, not biological, fatherhood).

The Climax of the Genealogy (v. 16)

(Verse 16: “Jacob fathered Joseph the husband of Mary, by whom Jesus was born, who is called the Messiah.

"Joseph the husband of Mary, of whom Jesus was born"

o Luke 1:26-35 - Virgin birth announced to Mary.

o John 1:14 - "The word became flesh."

Note: The prophetic word became flesh in Genesis 3:15: I will also put hostility between you and the woman - Eve, and between your offspring and her offspring. He [the lord Messiah Jesus] will strike you on the head, and you will strike him on the heel [cause him to be crucified].

The Virgin Birth of Jesus (vv.18-25)

(Verses 18-25) “Now the genesis - birth of Jesus the Messiah occurred in this way. For after his mother, Mary, was betrothed to Joseph, before they came together, she was found to be pregnant⸥ by the Holy Spirit. So, Joseph, her husband, being a just man and not wanting to disgrace her, planned to divorce her secretly. But as he was considering these things, behold, an angel of the Lord - Yehovah appeared to him in a dream, saying: “Joseph, son of David, do not be afraid to take Mary as your wife, for what has been conceived in her is from the Holy Spirit. She will give birth to a son, and you shall call his name Jesus [Yehoshua – Yehovah is Salvation],’ because he will save his people from their sins." All this took place to fulfill what the Lord – Yehovah had spoken by Isaiah the prophet: “Behold, the virgin will become conceive and bear a son, and they shall call his name Immanuel” [Isaiah 7:14],” which means: “with us is God - Yehovah [Isaiah 8:8].” And Joseph, when he woke up from sleep, did as the angel of the Lord [Yehovah] had commanded him, and he took his wife and did not have sexual relations with⸥ her until she gave birth to a son. And he called his name Jesus [Yehoshua - which means Yehovah is Salvation].

"Betrothed to Joseph" (v.18)

Jewish betrothal (kiddushin) was legally binding (Deuteronomy 22:23-24)

"Found to be with child from the Holy Spirit"

o Isaiah 7:14 (quoted in v. 23) - "Behold, the virgin shall conceive..."

o Luke 1:35 – "The Holy Spirit will come upon you..."

· Joseph’s Righteousness (v.19)

o He sought to divorce quietly (Numbers 5:11-31)

Angel’s Message (v. 20-21)

o "Jesus" (Yehoshua = "Yehovah saves") - Psalm 130:8; Acts 4:12.

o "He will save his people from their sins" – Jeremiah 31:34 (New Covenant forgiveness).

Fulfillment of Prophecy (v. 22-23)

o Isaiah 7:14 – "Immanuel" (God is with us) - John 1:14; Revelation 21:3.

Joseph’s Obedience (v. 24-25)

o Took Mary as wife but kept her a virgin until Jesus’ birth (Luke 2:7).

Key Themes

1. Messianic Lineage - Jesus fulfills the covenants to Abraham and        David.

2. Divine Providence – God - Yehovah works through flawed people (Tamar, Rahab, David).

3. Virgin Birth - Jesus’ miraculous conception affirms he was completely human as the Son of God - Yehovah.

4. Immanuel [with us is God – Yehovah] – God [Yehovah] dwelling with His people (Revelation 21:3). 

 

Note: Immanuel dwelling with His people did so completely by indwelling the lord Messiah Jesus with the fullness of His nature.

Cross-References for Further Study

Genealogies: Ruth 4, 1 Chronicles 1-3, Luke 3:23-38.

Virgin Birth: Luke 1:26-38, Galatians 4:4-5.

Jesus as Messiah: Psalm 2, Daniel 7:13-14, Revelation 22:16.

MATTHEW CHAPTER TWO

Below is a detailed scriptural concordant outline, organized thematically with key verses, cross-references, and theological insights.

Outline & Scriptural Concordance

Theme: The Worship and Rejection of the lord Messiah Jesus.

The Magi Seek and Worship the King (vv. 1–12)

The Arrival of the Magi (vv. 1–2)

(Verse 1) “Now when Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea in the days of Herod the king, behold, magi - astrologers from the east arrived in Jerusalem,

Jesus - Yehoshua, born in Bethlehem (Micah 5:2; Luke 2:4–7) 

(Verse 2) “saying, “Where is the one who has been born king of the Jews? For we saw his star in the east and have come to worship him.” 

Note: Worship - express in attitude or gesture one's complete dependence on or submission to a high authority figure, i.e., a king, judge, magistrate, or angel. 

The Magi seek the "King of the Jews" (Numbers 24:17; Daniel 9:24–25)

o Star symbolism (Job 38:7; Revelation 22:16) - Possibly a supernatural sign (cf. Balaam’s prophecy, Numbers 24:17)

Herod’s Fear and Deception (vv. 3–8)

(Verses 3-8) “And when King Herod heard this, he was troubled, and Jerusalem with him, and gathering together all the chief priests and scribes of the people, he inquired where the Messiah was to be born. And they said: ‘In Bethlehem of Judea; for thus it has been written by the prophet: ‘And you, Bethlehem, land of Judah, are by no means least among the rulers of Judah; from you shall come a ruler who will shepherd my people Israel [Micah 5:2].’ Then, Herod secretly called the magi – astrologers and determined from them the exact time the star appeared. And sending them to Bethlehem, he said: ‘Go and search carefully for the child; and when you have found him, report to me, so that I too may come and worship – pay homage to him.’”

v.3 – Herod is troubled (cf. Exodus 1:8–10; Psalm 2:1–3)

v.4 – Priests cite Micah 5:2 (John 7:42)

v.8 – Herod’s false worship (cf. Proverbs 26:24–26; Matthew 22:16)

The Magi Worship Jesus (vv. 9–12)

(Verses 9-11) “And having heard the king, they went on their way, and behold, the star which they had seen in the east, led them until it came and stood over the child. And when they saw the star, they rejoiced exceedingly with great joy. And entering the house, they found the child with Mary his mother; and falling down, they worshipped him; and opening their treasures, they presented to him gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh..”

Gifts symbolize Jesus’ identity:

o Gold (King - Psalm 72:10–11)

o Frankincense (Priest – Exodus 30:34; Matthew 1:11)

o Myrrh (Suffering – Mark 15:23; John 19:39)

(Verse 12) “And having been warned in a dream not to return to Herod, they departed for their own country by another way.” 

Divine warning (cf. Genesis 20:3; Matthew 1:20)

Herod’s Massacre & Jesus Escape to Egypt (vv. 13–18)

Joseph’s Flight to Egypt (vv. 13–15)

(Verses 13-15) “Now when they had departed. behold, an angel of the Lord - Yehovah appeared in a dream to Joseph, saying: ‘Arise, take the child and his mother, and flee to Egypt, and stay there until I tell you; for Herod is about to search for the child to destroy him. So, he arose, took the child and his mother by night, and departed to Egypt, and was there until the death of Herod; that what was spoken by the Lord - Yehovah through the prophet might be fulfilled, saying: ‘Out of Egypt I called my Son.’”

v.13 – Angel warns Joseph (cf. Matthew 1:20; 2:19)

v.15 – Fulfills Hosea 11:1 ("Out of Egypt I called My Son")

o        Typology: Israel’s exodus (Exodus 4:22–23)

o        Jesus as the true Israel (cf. Matthew 4:1–11)

Herod’s Slaughter of the Innocents (vv. 16–18)

(Verses 16-18) “Then Herod, seeing that he was mocked by the magi - astrologers, was very angry, and sending forth, he killed all the children in Bethlehem and in all its borders, from two years old and under, according to the time which he had carefully inquired from the magi. Then was fulfilled what was spoken through Jeremiah saying: ‘A voice was heard in Ramah, lamentation and weeping and great mourning; Rachel weeping for her children, and she would not be comforted because they are no more.’”

v.16 – Herod’s rage (cf. Exodus 1:16, 22; Revelation 12:4)

v.17–18 – Fulfills Jeremiah 31:15 (Rachel weeping)

o        Ramah = Exile symbolism (Jeremiah 40:1)

o        Hope follows judgment (Jeremiah 31:16–17)

The Return to Nazareth (vv. 19–23)

Herod’s Death & Return to Israel (vv. 19–21)

(Verses 19-21) “Now when Herod had died, behold, an angel of the Lord - Yehovah appeared in a dream to Joseph in Egypt, saying: ‘Get up, take the child and his mother, and go to the land of Israel; for those who sought the child's life are dead. So, he got up, took the child and his mother, and entered into the land of Israel.’”

v.19 – The Angel reappears (cf. Matt 1:20; 2:13)

v.20 – Echoes Exodus 4:19 (Moses’ return)

Settlement in Nazareth (2:22–23)

(Verses 22-23) “But when he heard that Archelaus was reigning over Judea in place of his father Herod, he was afraid to go there. Having been warned in a dream, he withdrew to the region of Galilee, and he went and lived in a city called Nazareth; so that what was spoken through the prophets might be fulfilled, that he would be called a Nazarene.”

v.22 – Fear of Archelaus (cf. Luke 3:1)

v.23 – "He shall be called a Nazarene" 

Possible OT allusions:

§ Branch (Netzer) – Isaiah 11:1; Jeremiah 23:5

§ Rejected Messiah – John 1:46; Psalm 22:6

Key Theological Themes

1. Fulfillment of Prophecy – Micah 5:2; Hosea 11:1; Jeremiah 31:15

2. Gentile Inclusion – Magi as first worshippers (foreshadows Great                Commission, Matthew 28:19)

3. Rejection & Persecution – Herod foreshadows Jewish leaders’ r                rejection (John 1:11). 

4. Divine Protection – God preserves Jesus (cf. Revelation 12:4–6)

Cross-References for Further Study

Star of Bethlehem: Numbers 24:17; Daniel 2:44; Revelatoin 22:16

Flight to Egypt: Exodus 1–2 (Moses parallel)

Rachel’s Weeping: Genesis 35:19–20 (Rachel’s death near Bethlehem)

Nazarene Prophecy: Judges 13:5 (Nazirite Samson as deliverer. 

This outline highlights Matthew’s emphasis on Jesus - Yehoshua as the prophesied Messiah, rejected by his own but worshipped – paid homage by the Gentiles, fulfilling Scripture at every turn.

MATTHEW CHAPTER THREE

Below is a detailed scriptural concordant outline, organized thematically with key verses and cross-references for deeper study.

Outline & Scriptural Concordance

The Ministry of John the Baptist (vv. 1-6)

John’s Preaching in the Wilderness

(Verse 1) "In those days John the Baptist came preaching in the wilderness of Judea..."

Cross-reference: Isaiah 40:3 (fulfillment of prophecy), Mark 1:2-4, Luke 3:2-3 

(Verses 2-3) "saying, “Repent, for the kingdom of the heaven [God] has come near.” For this is the one spoken of by the prophet Isaiah, saying: “A voice of one crying out in the wilderness: ‘Prepare the way of the Lord [Yehovah], make his paths straight.’”

Cross-reference: Matthew 4:17; Luke 4:42 (Jesus same message), Acts 2:38 (repentance in NT)

John’s Appearance & Lifestyle

(Verse 4) "Now John had a garment of camel's hair and a leather belt around his waist, and his food was locusts and wild honey.”

Cross-reference: 2 Kings 1:8 (Elijah’s similar attire), Zechariah 13:4 (prophetic garb)

Response to John’s Message

(Verses 5-6) "Then Jerusalem and all Judea and all the region around the Jordan went out to him, and they were baptized in the river Jordan confessing their sins."

Cross-reference: Mark 1:5, Acts 19:4 (baptism of repentance)

John’s Rebuke of the Pharisees & Sadducees (vv. 7-12)

A. Condemnation of Hypocrisy

(Verse 7) "But when he saw many of the Pharisees and Sadducees coming to {his}^g baptism, he said to them, ‘offspring’ of vipers, who warned you to flee from the coming wrath?'"

Cross-reference: Matthew 12:34, 23:33 (Jesus similar rebuke)

Call to True Repentance

(Verses 8-9: "Therebefore, produce fruit worthy of repentance and do not presume to say to yourselves, ‘We have Abraham as our father.’ For I tell you that God - Yehovah is able to raise up children for Abraham from these stones."

Cross-reference: Luke 3:8, Galatians 5:22-23 (fruit of the Spirit)

Warning of Judgment

(Verse 10) "Indeed, the axe is already laid at the root of the trees; therefore, every tree that does not produce good fruit will be cut down and thrown into the fire.

Cross-reference: Luke 13:6-9 (parable of the barren fig tree)

The Coming Messiah & Baptism of the Spirit

(Verse 11) "I indeed baptize you with water for repentance, but the one coming is more powerful than I, whose sandals I am not worthy to carry; that one will baptize you with the Holy Spirit."

Cross-reference: Acts 1:5, 2:3-4 (fulfillment at Pentecost) 

(Verse 12) "His winnowing fork is in his hand, and he will clean his threshing floor and gather his wheat into the storehouse, but the chaff he will burn with unquenchable fire." (Messianic judgment)

Cross-reference: Malachi 3:2-3, 4:1 (refining fire)

The Baptism of Jesus (vv. 13-17)

A. Jesus Comes to Be Baptized

(Verse 13) "Then Jesus comes from Galilee to the Jordan to John, to be baptized by him."

Cross-reference: Mark 1:9, Luke 3:21

John’s Reluctance & Jesus Insistence

(Verse 14) "But John tried to prevent him, saying, ‘I need to be baptized by you, and you come to me?’"

Cross-reference: John 1:29-34 (John’s recognition of Jesus as the Lamb) 

(Verse 15) "But Jesus answered and said to him ‘Allow it now, for in this way it is fitting for us to fulfill all righteousness.’ Then he allowed him.’”

Cross-reference: Isaiah 53:11 (righteousness fulfilled in the Messiah)

The Trinitarian Revelation

(Verse 16) "Having been baptized, Jesus immediately went up from the water; and behold, the heavens were opened, and he saw the Spirit of God - Yehovah descending like a dove coming upon him;”

Cross-reference: Ezekiel 1:1 (heavens opening), Acts 7:56 

(Verse 17) "And behold, a voice from the heavens said to him, ‘You are my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased.’"

Cross-reference: Psalm 2:7 (Messianic Sonship), Isaiah 42:1 (Servant Song)

Key Themes in Matthew 3:

1. Repentance & Kingdom Preparation (vv. 1-6)
2. True vs. False Righteousness (vv. 7-10)
3. Messianic Judgment & Salvation (vv. 11-12)
4. Jesus Identification with Sinners (vv. 13-15)
5. Divine Affirmation of Christ (vv. 16-17)

This outline provides a scriptural concordance, linking Matthew chapter 3 with OT prophecies and NT fulfillments.

MATTHEW CHAPTER FOUR

Below is a detailed scriptural concordant outline of Matthew Chapter 4, organized thematically with key verses, cross-references, and theological insights.

Outline

Theme: The Temptation of Jesus and the Beginning of His Galilean Ministry

I. The Temptation of Jesus (vv.1–11)

Key Idea: Jesus, led by the Spirit, overcomes Satan’s temptations, demonstrating His perfect obedience as the Son of God.

The Setting of the Temptation (vv. 1–2)

(Verses 1-2) “Then Jesus was led up into the wilderness by the Spirit to be tempted by the devil. And after fasting forty days and forty nights, he was hungry.”

1. Jesus is led by the Spirit into the wilderness (v. 1)
• Parallel: Mark 1:12–13; Luke 4:1–2
• Significance: Testing follows divine appointment (cf. Deuteronomy 8:2).
2. Forty days and nights of fasting (v. 2)
• Typology: Reflects Moses (Exodus 34:28) and Elijah (1 Kings 19:8).
• Contrast: Unlike Israel’s 40-year failure (Numbers 14:34), Jesus succeeds.

The Three Temptations (vv. 3–10)

First Temptation: Turning Stones to Bread (3–4)

(Verses 3-4) “And the tempter came to him and said: ‘If you are the Son of God, command these stones to become bread.” But Jesus answered and said: ‘It is written, man shall not live by bread alone, but on every word of God]’”

• Satan’s challenge: "If you are the Son of God…" (v. 3)
• Jesus’ response: "Man shall not live by bread alone…" (Deuteronomy 8:3)
• Spiritual nourishment > physical needs. 

Second Temptation: Jumping from the Temple (5–7)

(Verses 5-7) “Then the devil takes him to the holy city and stands him on the pinnacle of the temple and says to him, “If you are the son of God, throw yourself down from here, for it is written: ‘He will command His angels concerning you, and they will lift you up in their hands, so that you will not strike your foot against a stone [Psalms 91:11-12].’” Jesus said to him, ‘Again it is written: You shall not put the Lord - Yehovah your God to the test.’”

• Satan misuses Psalm 91:11–12 (v. 6).
• Jesus’ response: "Do not put the Lord - Yehovah your God to the test" (Deuteronomy 6:16)
• Rejects presumption on God’s protection. 

Third Temptation: Worship Satan for Kingdoms (vv. 8–10) 

(Verses 8-10) “Again, the devil took him to a very high mountain and showed him all the kingdoms of the inhabited earth and their glory, And he said to him: ‘I will give you all these things, if you fall down and worship me.’ Then Jesus said to him: ‘Go behind me Satan! For it is written: ‘You shall worship the Lord - Yehovah your God and serve Him alone.’”

• Satan offers worldly power (v. 9).
• Jesus’ response: "Worship the Lord your God only" (Deuteronomy 6:13)
• Affirms exclusive allegiance to God.

The Defeat of Satan (v. 11)

(Verse 11) “Then the devil left him, and behold, angels came and ministered to him.”

• Angels minister to Jesus (cf. Mark 1:13)
• Fulfillment: Satan is defeated (Hebrews 4:15; 1 John 3:8).

The Beginning of Jesus’ Ministry in Galilee (vv. 12–17)

Key Idea: 

A. Jesus Withdraws to Galilee (vv. 12–13) Jesus fulfills prophecy by preaching repentance in Galilee.

(Verses 12-13) “Now when Jesus heard that John was arrested, he withdrew into Galilee. And leaving Nazareth, he went and lived in Capernaum by the sea, in the region of Zebulun and Naphtali.”

• Reason: John’s imprisonment (v. 12; cf. Matthew 14:3–4)
• Settles in Capernaum (v. 13) – Strategic ministry hub.

Fulfillment of Isaiah’s Prophecy (vv. 14–16)

(Verses 14-16) “so that what was spoken through the prophet Isaiah might be fulfilled, saying: ‘Land of Zebulun and Naphtali, by the way of the sea, beyond the river Jordan, Galilee of the Gentiles, the people sitting in darkness saw a great light, for those sitting in the region and shadow of death, a light has risen for them.”

• Quotation of Isaiah 9:1–2 (v. 15–16)
• "The people dwelling in darkness have seen a great light."
• Jesus is the Messianic Light (John 8:12).

The Message of Repentance (v. 17)

(Verse 17) “From then on, Jesus began to preach and to say, “Repent, for the kingdom of the heaven [God] has come near.

• "Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand."
• Continuation of John’s message (Matthew 3:2).
• The central theme of Jesus’ preaching (Mark 1:15).

The Calling of the First Disciples (vv. 18–22)

Key Idea: Jesus calls fishermen to become "fishers of men."

The Call of Simon Peter and Andrew (vv. 18–20)

(Verses 18-20) “While walking by the Sea of Galilee, Jesus saw two brothers, Simon who is called Peter, and Andrew his brother, casting a net into the sea; for they were fishermen. And Jesus said to them: ‘Follow me, and I will make you become fishers of men.’ Immediately, they left their nets, followed him”

• "Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men." (v. 19)
• Immediate obedience (v. 20; cf. Luke 5:1–11 – another account).

The Call of James and John (vv. 21–22)

(Verses 21-22) “Going on from there, he saw two other brothers, James the son of Zebedee and John his brother, in the boat with Zebedee their father, mending their nets, and he called them. Immediately, they left their boat and their father and followed him.]

• Leave their father and boat (v. 22)
• Radical discipleship (Luke 9:59–62).

Jesus’ Ministry of Teaching, Preaching, and Healing (vv. 23–25)

Key Idea: Jesus’ authority extends over disease and demons, drawing crowds.

Threefold Ministry (v. 23)

(Verse 23) “And Jesus went about in all of Galilee, teaching them in their synagogues and proclaiming the good news of the kingdom and healing every disease and every sickness among the people.”

1. Teaching – Synagogues (cf. Matthew 7:28–29).
2. Preaching the gospel of the kingdom (cf. Luke 4:43).
3. Healing diseases (cf. Isaiah 53:4).

Widespread Fame and Following (vv. 24–25)

(Verses 24-25) “And the report about him went out into all of Syria; and they brought to Jesus all those who were ill, afflicted with various diseases and torments, and those who were demon-possessed and epileptics and paralytics and he healed all of them. And large crowds followed him from Galilee and the Decapolis and Jerusalem and Judea and beyond the Jordan.

• Healing all kinds of sickness (v. 24).
• Large crowds from Galilee, Decapolis, Jerusalem, Judea, and beyond the Jordan (v. 25).

Theological Summary:

1. The Messiah’s Victory Over Temptation – Jesus succeeds where Adam and Israel failed (Romans 5:18–19).
2. The Kingdom Announcement – Repentance prepares for the Messianic reign.
3. Discipleship – Immediate, costly, and mission-oriented to preach the good news of the kingdom of God and the name of the lord Messiah Jesus.
4. Jesus’ Authority – Demonstrated in word (teaching) and deed (healing).

This outline provides a scriptural concordance, linking Matthew 4 to OT prophecies, NT parallels, and key theological themes.

MATTHEW CHAPTER FIVE

Below is a detailed scriptural concordant outline of Matthew Chapter 5, which includes the Beatitudes, Jesus’ teachings on righteousness, and key themes from the Sermon on the Mount.

Matthew Chapter 5 – Scriptural Outline

Introduction: The Setting of the Sermon (vv. 1-2)

(Verses 1-2) “And seeing the crowds, he went up on the mountain, and when he sat down, his disciples came to him. And opening his mouth, he taught them, saying:”

• 5:1 – Jesus sees the crowds and goes up on a mountainside (symbolic of Moses receiving the Law).
• 5:2 – He begins teaching His disciples (indicating this is for followers, not just the general public).

The Beatitudes: The Character of Kingdom Citizens (vv. 3-12)

(Each beatitude follows a pattern: "Blessed are… for…")

The Poor in Spirit (v. 3) – Those who recognize their spiritual need inherit the Kingdom.

(Verse 3) “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of the heaven.” 

Those Who Mourn (v. 4) – Mourning over the sins they have committed. 

(Verse 4) “Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.” 

The Meek (v. 5) – The humble will inherit the earth (cf. Psalm 37:11). 

(Verse 5) “Blessed are the meek [humble], for they themselves will inherit the earth.” 

Those Who Hunger for Righteousness (v. 6) – They will be satisfied. 

(Verse 6) “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be satisfied.” 

The Merciful (vv. 7) – Mercy received leads to mercy given. 

(Verse 7) ‘“Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy.” 

The Pure in Heart (v. 8) – They will see God (cf. Psalm 24:3-4).

(Verse 8) “Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.” 

The Peacemakers (v. 9) – Called "sons of God" for reconciling others. 

(Verse 9) “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God.” 

The Persecuted for Righteousness (vv. 10-12) – Great reward in heaven (cf. prophets’ treatment). 

(Verses 10-12) ““Blessed are those who are persecuted for the sake of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of the heavens. Blessed are you when they insult you and persecute you, say every evil against you because of me. Rejoice and be exceedingly glad, for your reward is great in the heavens; for so they persecuted the prophets who were before you.”

The Role of Disciples: Salt and Light (vv. 13-16)

(Verses 13-16) “You are the salt of the earth; but if the salt becomes tasteless, with what will it be salted? It is good for nothing anymore, except to be thrown out and trampled underfoot by men. You are the light of the world. A city cannot be hidden when it is set on a hill; nor do they light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on a lampstand, and it gives light to all who are in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before men, so that they may see your good works and glorify your Father who is in heaven.”

• 5:13 – Believers are the salt of the earth (preserving, flavoring, purifying).
• 5:14-16 – Believers are the light of the world (revealing truth, glorifying God).

Jesus Fulfills the Law (vv. 17-20)

(Verses 17-20) “Do not think that I came to abolish the law or the prophets; I did not come to abolish but to fulfill [the law]. For truly I say to you, until heaven and earth pass away, not one iota or one stroke will pass from the law until all is accomplished. Whoever, therefore, breaks one of the least of these commandments and teaches others to do so, will be called least in the kingdom of the heaven [God]; but whoever does and teaches them, this one will be called great in the kingdom of the heaven [God]. “For I say to you that unless your righteousness exceeds that of the scribes and Pharisees, you will not enter the kingdom of the heaven [God].”

• 5:17 – Jesus did not abolish the Law but fulfilled it (prophecies, types, moral principles).
• 5:18 – Not the smallest part will pass away until all is accomplished.
• 5:19-20 – Righteousness must exceed that of the Pharisees (internal, not just external).

Jesus Teachings on Righteousness (vv. 21-48)

(Six antitheses: "You have heard… but I say…")

On Murder (vv. 21-26) 

(Verses 21-26) ““You have heard that it was said to the elders: that is those of old: ‘You shall not murder; and whoever murders will be liable to judgement. But I say to you that everyone who is angry with their brother [[without cause]]^l will be liable to judgment; whoever says to their brother, ‘Raca [An Aramaic insult] will be liable to the council; and whoever says, ‘You fool,’ will be liable to the hell [Gehenna] fire. “So, if you are offering your gift at the altar and there remember that your brother has something against you, leave your gift there before the altar and go; first be reconciled to your brother, and then come and offer your gift. “Be quick to settle matters with your adversary, while you are with him on the way, lest your adversary hand you over to the judge, and the judge hand you over to the officer, and you be thrown into prison; truly, I say to you, you will not get out until you have paid the last penny.” 

• Not just physical killing but anger and contempt (cf. 1 John 3:15).
• Reconciliation precedes worship (vv. 23-24).
• Judgement (Exodus 20:13; Deuteronomy 5:17)

On Adultery (vv. 27-30) 

(Verses 27-30) “You have heard that it was said [[to the elders]],^q ‘You shall not commit adultery. But I say to you that everyone who looks at a woman with desire has already committed adultery with her in his heart. But if your right eye causes you to stumble, remove it and throw it away from you; for it is better for you that one of your members should perish, and not your whole body be thrown into Gehenna [fire]. And if your right hand causes you to stumble, cut it off and throw it away from you; for it is better for you that one of your members should perish, and not that your whole body should go into Gehenna [fire]. And if your right hand causes you to stumble, cut it off and throw it away from you; for it is better for you that one of your members should perish, and not your whole body be cast into Gehena [fire]” 

• Lust = adultery in the heart (cf. Job 31:1).
• Radical holiness (cutting off sin, (vv. 29-30).

On Divorce (vv. 31-32) 

(Verses 31-32) “It was said: ‘Whoever divorces his wife, let him give her a certificate of divorce. But I say to you everyone who divorces his wife, except for the reason of sexual immorality, makes her commit adultery. 

• Divorce (except for sexual immorality) leads to adultery.

On Oaths (vv. 33-37) 

(Verses 33-37) “Again, you have heard that it was said to the elders, to those of old: ‘You shall not swear falsely, but shall fulfill to the Lord - Yehovah your oaths.’ But I say to you: ‘do not swear at all; neither by heaven, for it is the throne of God, nor by the earth, for it is the footstool of his feet, nor by Jerusalem, for it is the city of the great King, nor shall you swear by your head, for you cannot make one hair white or black. But let your word be ‘Yes, yes,’ or ‘No, no’; anything more than this is from the evil one.’” 

• Let your "yes" be yes, and "no" be no (James 5:12).

On Retaliation (vv. 38-42) 

(Verses 38-42) “You have heard that it was said: ‘An eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth.’ But I say to you, do not resist the evil one; but whoever slaps you on the cheek, turn to him the other also; and if anyone wants to sue you and take your tunic, let him have your cloak as well; and whoever forces you to go one mile, go with him two. Give to the one who asks you, and do not turn away from the one who wants to borrow from you. 

• "Turn the other cheek" (reject vengeance, cf. Romans 12:17-21). 

Love for Enemies (vv. 43-48)

(Verses 43-48) “You have heard that it was said: ‘You shall love your neighbor and hate your enemy.’ But I say to you: ‘love your enemies, bless those who curse you, do good to those who hate you, pray for those who are harassing you and persecute you, so that you may be sons of your Father [Yehovah] who is in the heaven; for He causes His sun to rise on the evil and the good, and sends rain on the righteous and the unrighteous. For if you love those who love you, what reward do you have? Do not even the tax collectors do the same. And if you greet your brothers only, what more are you doing? Do not even the Gentiles do the same? Therefore, you shall be perfect, just as your Father in heaven is perfect.’” 

• Love your enemies (imitating God’s – Yehovah’s grace, (v. 45).
• Perfection (maturity in love, (v. 48).

Key Themes

✅ Kingdom Ethics – Has a higher standard than legalism.
✅ Heart Transformation – Not just outward obedience.
✅ Fulfillment of the Law – Jesus completes and deepens it.
✅ Radical Love & Grace – Beyond human expectations.

This outline provides a concordant (cross-referenced) and thematic breakdown of Matthew chapter 5, showing how Jesus redefines righteousness for his followers.

MATTHEW CHAPTER SIX

Here is a detailed scriptural concordant outline of Matthew Chapter 6, organized thematically with key verses and cross-references. This outline follows a logical progression of Jesus' teachings in the Sermon on the Mount, focusing on righteous motives, prayer, and priorities in the Kingdom of God.

Outline with Scriptural Concordance

Theme: True Righteousness – Motives, Prayer, and Priorities in God’s Kingdom

The Righteousness of Giving (vv. :1-4)

Key Verse: "Be careful not to practice your righteousness in front of others to be seen by them. If you do, you will have no reward from your Father in heaven" (6:1)

Warning Against Hypocrisy in Giving (vv. 1-2)

(Verses 1-2) “Be careful not to do you charitable deeds in front of men, in order to be seen by them; otherwise, you have no reward from your Father who is in heaven. So, when you give to the needy, do not sound a trumpet before you, as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and in the streets, so that they may be praised by men; truly truly I say to you, they have received their reward.

• Pharisees’ practice of public almsgiving (cf. Matt 23:5; Luke 18:9-14)
• Reward: Temporal praise vs. eternal reward (Proverbs 19:17; 2 Corinthians 9:6-7) 

Secret Giving Pleases God (vv. 3-4) 

(Verses 3-4) “But when you give to the needy, do not let your left hand know what your right hand is doing, so that your giving may be in secret; and your Father who sees in secret will reward you openly.”

• Do not let your left hand know what your right hand is doing" (symbol of secrecy)
• God sees and rewards in secret (Psalm 41:1-3; Hebrews 6:10)

The Righteousness of Prayer (vv. 5-15)

(Verses 5-6) “And when you pray, do not be like the hypocrites, for they love to stand in the synagogues and on the corners of the streets, standing and praying. so that they may be seen by men; truly I say to you, they have received their reward. But when you pray, go into your inner room, and having shut the door, pray to your Father who is in secret, and your Father who sees in secret will reward you.”

Key Verse: "But when you pray, go into your room, close the door and pray to your Father, who is unseen. Then your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you." (v. 6)

Proper Attitude in Prayer (vv. 7-8) 

(Verses 7-8) ‘And when you pray, do not use vain repetitions as the Gentiles do, for they think that they will be heard for their many words. Therefore, do not be like them; for God - Yehovah your Father knows what you need before you ask him.

• Avoid hypocritical, repetitive prayers (Matthew 23:14; Mark 12:40)
• God knows our needs before we ask (Psalm 139:4; Isaiah 65:24) 

The Model Prayer (The Lord’s Prayer) (vv. 9-13)

(Verses vv. 9-13) “In this manner, therefore, pray: Our Father who is in heaven; let your name be sanctified [set apart]; let your kingdom come; let your will be done, in heaven, so also on earth. Give us today our daily bread; and forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors; and do not lead us into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one, for yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, forever. Amen.”

1. Adoration - "Our Father in heaven, hallowed be Your name" (Exodus 3:15; Isaiah 57:15)
2. Submission - "Your kingdom come, Your will be done" (Matthew 26:39; Revelation 22:20)
3. Petition:
• Daily bread (Proverbs 30:8; Philippians 4:19)
• Forgiveness (as we forgive others) (Ephesians 4:32; Colossians 3:13)
• Deliverance from temptation (1 Corinthians 10:13; James 1:13-14) 

Emphasis on Forgiveness (www. 14-15) 

(Verses 14-15) “If you forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you; but if you do not forgive men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses.

Conditional forgiveness (Mark 11:25-26; Matthew 18:21-35)

The Righteousness of Fasting (vv. 16-18)

Key Verse: "But when you fast, put oil on your head and wash your face, so that it will not be obvious to others that you are fasting, but only to your Father, who is invisible" (vv. 17-18)

Hypocritical Fasting (v. 16) 

(Verse 16) “But when you fast, do not become just like the hypocrites, with a sad countenance, for they disfigure their faces so that they may appear to men to be fasting. For, truly I say to you [that they have their reward.”

• Pharisees’ outward displays (Luke 18:12; Isa 58:3-7)

Genuine Fasting (6:17-18) 

(Veres 17-18) “But when you fast, anoint your head and wash your face, so that you may not appear to men as fasting, but to your Father [Yehovah] who is in secret; and your Father who sees in secret will reward you.”

• Fasting as a private devotion (Joel 2:12; Acts 13:2-3)
• God rewards sincerity (Zechariah 7:5-6; Matthew 9:14-15)

The Righteousness of Priorities (vv. 19-34)

Key Verse: "But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well." (v. 33)

Eternal Treasures Over Earthly Wealth (vv. 19-21) 

(Verses 19-21) “Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy and where thieves break in and steal; but store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroys and where thieves do not break in; for where your treasure is, there will your heart be also.”

• Moths, rust, and thieves (James 5:2-3; Luke 12:33-34)
• "Where your treasure is, there your heart will be also" (Colossians 3:1-2) 

The Light of the Eye (Spiritual Focus) (ww. 22-23) 

(Verses 22-23) “The lamp eye is the lamp of the body. If your eye is clear [without a hidden agenda, open and above board], your whole body will be full of light; but if your eye is evil [full of guile], your whole body will be full of darkness. If then the light that is in you is darkness, how great is the darkness!

• Single-minded devotion (Luke 11:34-36; Psalm 119:37)
• The darkness of greed vs. the light of generosity (Proverbs 28:22; 1 Timothy 6:9-10) 

Serving God, Not Money (v. 24) 

(Verse 24) “No one can serve two masters; for either he will hate the one and love the other, or he will be devoted to one and despise the other. You cannot serve God and wealth.”

• Impossible to serve two masters (Luke 16:13; Joshua 24:15) 

Trusting God’s Provision (vv. 25-34)

Do Not Worry About food, clothing, life (vv. 25-30) 

(Verses 25-30) “Therefore I say to you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat nor about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothing? Look at the birds of the sky, that they do not sow, nor reap, nor gather into barns, and your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not worth more than they? And which of you by worrying can add eighteen inches to his height? And why do you worry about clothing? Consider the lilies of the field, how they grow; they neither toil nor spin; yet I say to you even Solomon in all his glory was not arrayed like one of these of the field. “Now if God so clothes the grass of the field, which today is, and tomorrow is thrown into the oven, will He not much more clothe you, O you of little faith?

• Food (6:25-26; Psalm 34:10; Philippians 4:6)
• Clothing (6:28-30; 1 Peter 5:7)
• Life’s length (6:27; James 4:14) 

Seek First the Kingdom (vv. 31-33) 

(Verses 31-33) “Therefore do not worry, saying, ‘What shall we eat?’ Or what shall we drink? Or what shall we wear? For all these things the nations seek; for your Father knows that you need all these things. Seek you first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.

• Gentiles chase after material things (1 Timothy 6:8)
• God provides for His children (Psalm 37:25; Romans 8:32) 

Live One Day at a Time (v. 34) 

(Verse 34) “Therefore, do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.”

• Tomorrow has its own worries (James 4:13-15)

Summary

1. Motives Matter – Righteousness is about the heart, not outward show (1 Samuel 16:7).
2. Prayer as a Relationship – Not a ritual, but a communion with your God and Father - Yehovah (John 4:23-24).
3. Kingdom Priorities – Trusting God’s – Yehovah’s provisions while pursuing His righteousness, walk as a slave of righteousness.

This outline integrates cross-references to show the continuity of Jesus' teaching backed by the Old Testament and the rest of the New Testament.

MATTHEW CHAPTER SEVEN 

Below is a detailed, scripturally grounded explanation of Matthew chapter 7, which is part of Jesus' Sermon on the Mount. This chapter focuses on judging others, divine discernment, prayer, the narrow and wide gates, false prophets, true discipleship, and the wise and foolish builders. 

Theme: Jesus Teachings on Right Judgment, Discipleship, and True Obedience 

Detailed Breakdown 

Judging Others (vv. 1-6) 

(Verses 1-6) “Stop judging so that you will not be judged. Otherwise, you will be judged by the same standard you use to judge others. The standards you use for others will be applied to you. So why do you see the piece of sawdust in another believer’s eye and not notice the wooden beam in your own eye? How can you say to another believer, ‘Let me take the piece of sawdust out of your eye,’ when you have a beam in your own eye? You hypocrite! First, remove the beam from your own eye. Then you will see clearly how to remove the piece of sawdust from another believer’s eye. Don’t give what is holy to dogs or throw your pearls to pigs. Otherwise, they will trample them and then tear you to pieces.’”

Key Verses: 

"Judge not, that you be not judged." (7:1) 

"Why do you see the speck in your brother’s eye, but do not notice the beam in your own eye?" (7:3) 

Explanation: 

Jesus warns against hypocritical judgment - condemning others while ignoring one’s own sins. 

He does not forbid all judgment (cf. John 7:24, "judge with righteous judgment") but condemns self-righteous, harsh criticism. 

Verse 6 ("Do not give dogs what is holy...") suggests discernment - truth should not be wasted on those who mock or reject it (cf. Proverbs 9:7-8). 

Ask, Seek, Knock (vv. 7-12) 

(Verses 7-12) “Ask, and you will receive. Search, and you will find. Knock, and the door will be opened for you. Everyone who asks will receive. The one who searches will find, and for the one who knocks, the door will be opened. If your child asks you for bread, would any of you give him a stone? Or if your child asks for a fish, would you give him a snake? Even though you’re evil, you know how to give good gifts to your children. So how much more will your Father [Yehovah] in heaven give good things to those who ask him? Always do for other people everything you want them to do for you. That is the meaning of Moses’ Teachings and the Prophets.

Key Verses: 

"Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you." (7:7) 

"If you then, who are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father who is in heaven give good things to those who ask Him!" (7:11) 

Explanation: 

Jesus encourages persistent prayer with faith in God’s – Yehovah’s goodness. 

The Golden Rule (7:12) summarizes the Law and Prophets: treat others as you want to be treated (Leviticus 19:18; Luke 6:31). 

The Narrow and Wide Gates (vv. 13-14) 

(Verses 13-14) “Enter through the narrow gate because the gate and road that lead to destruction are wide. Many enter through the wide gate. But the narrow gate and the road that lead to life are full of difficulties. Only a few people find the narrow gate.”

Key Verses: 

"Enter by the narrow gate... For the gate is wide and the way is easy that leads to destruction... but the gate is narrow, and the way is hard – difficult  that leads to life." (7:13-14) 

Explanation: 

Jesus contrasts two paths: 

The Broad Way (popular, easy, but leading to destruction). 

The Narrow Way (difficult, less traveled, but leading to eternal life). 

This echoes Deuteronomy 30:19 ("choose life") and Jeremiah 21:8 ("the way of life and the way of death"). 

4. False Prophets and Their Fruits (vv. 15-20) 

(Verses 15-20) ‘Beware of false prophets. They come to you disguised as sheep, but in their hearts, they are vicious wolves.  You will know them by what they produce [their fruits].

“People don’t pick grapes from thorn bushes or figs from thistles, do they? In the same way every good tree produces good fruit, but a rotten tree produces bad fruit. A good tree cannot produce bad fruit, and a rotten tree cannot produce good fruit. Any tree that fails to produce good fruit is cut down and thrown into a fire. So, you will know them by what they produce [their fruits].

Key Verses: 

"Beware of false prophets, who come to you in sheep’s clothing but inwardly are ravenous wolves." (7:15) 

"You will recognize them by their fruits." (7:16, 20) 

Explanation: 

False teachers may appear righteous but promote deception (cf. 2 Peter 2:1-3). 

Fruit-testing involves examining doctrine (1 John 4:1) and behavior (Galatians 5:22-23). 

True vs. False Disciples (vv. 21-23) 

(Verses 21-23) “Not everyone who says to me, ‘lord, lord!’ will enter the kingdom of heaven, but only the person who does what my Father [Yehovah] in heaven wants. Many will say to me on that day, ‘lord, lord, didn’t we prophesy in your name? Did we not we force out demons and do many miracles by the power and authority of your name?’ Then I will tell them publicly, I have never known you. Get away from me, you evil people.’

Key Verses: 

"Not everyone who says to Me, ‘lord, lord,’ will enter the kingdom of heaven [God], but the one who does the will of my Father [Yehovah]." (7:21) 

"I never knew you; depart from me, you workers of lawlessness." (7:23) 

Explanation: 

Mere profession of faith is insufficient - obedience to God’s – Yehovah’s will is required (James 2:14-17). 

Some perform miracles in the name of the lord Messiah Jesus name but lack a true relationship with him (cf. 1 Corinthians 13:1-3). 

The Wise and Foolish Builders (vv. 24-27) 

(Verses 24-27) “Therefore, everyone who hears what I say and obeys it will be like a wise person who built a house on rock. Rain poured, and floods came. Winds blew and beat against that house. But it did not collapse, because its foundation was on rock. Everyone who hears what I say but doesn’t obey it will be like a foolish person who built a house on sand. Rain poured, and floods came. Winds blew and struck that house. It collapsed, and the result was a total disaster.”

Key Verses: 

"Everyone who hears these words of mine and does them will be like a wise man who built his house on the rock." (7:24) 

"The rain fell, and the floods came, and the winds blew and beat against that house, but it did not fall." (7:25) 

Explanation: 

Obedience to the lord Messiah Jesus instructions provide an unshakable foundation (Psalm 18:2). 

The foolish builder (hearing but not obeying) faces destruction (cf. Ezekiel 13:10-16). 

Conclusion: The Authority of the lord Messiah Jesus (Matthew 7:28-29) 

Key Verses: 

"The crowds were astonished at His teaching, for He was teaching them as one who had authority, and not as their scribes." (vv. 28-29) 

(Verses 29-29) “When Jesus finished this speech, the crowds were amazed at his teachings.  Unlike their experts in Moses’ Teachings, he taught them with authority.” 

Explanation: 

Unlike the scribes (who quoted rabbis), Jesus spoke with divine authority ( John 7:46). 

This sets the stage for His miracles and claims to be the Messiah.

Key Themes

Righteous Judgment (vs. hypocritical condemnation).

Persistent Prayer and trust in God’s - Yehovah'sprovision.

The Two Paths - Salvation requires deliberate choice.

Discerning False Teachers by their fruits.

True Discipleship—obedience, not just words.

The Foundation of Obedience to the lord Messiah Jesus words. 

This chapter concludes the Sermon on the Mount, urging listeners to not just hear but obey Jesus’ instructions.

A work in progress...