45 Days To Read The Gospel Challenge – The Gospel of Matthew Chapter Two: Three Wise Men
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Isaiah 9:6 KJV“For unto us a child is born, unto us a son, is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace.”
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Overview of The Gospel of Matthew
The Gospel of Matthew was written by the apostle Matthew, one of Jesus’ twelve disciples. Matthew was a former tax collector, called by Jesus to follow Him. His Gospel is believed to have been written between 50-70 AD, and it is the first book in the New Testament, even though it may not have been the first Gospel written. Matthew’s account emphasizes that Jesus is the promised Messiah and King, fulfilling the Old Testament prophecies.
Matthew’s Gospel begins with a genealogy that traces Jesus’ lineage back to Abraham and King David, highlighting Jesus’ royal and Jewish heritage. It then moves into the story of Jesus’ miraculous birth, His baptism by John the Baptist, and the start of His ministry.
Mary and her husband Joseph were both from the lineage of King David. Matthew 1:17 “So all the generations from Abraham to David are fourteen generations, and from David until the carrying away into Babylon are fourteen generations, and from the carrying away into Babylon unto Christ are fourteen generations.” Matthew tells of a prophetic word that told of Jesus’ birth.
Matthew 1:23 “Behold, a virgin shall be with child and shall bring forth a son, and they shall call his name Emmanuel, which being interpreted is, God with us.” It is interesting to note that Joseph wanted to divorce Mary quietly because of her pregnancy. But an angel came to him and verified that Mary was pregnant by the Holy Ghost. Therefore, Joseph stayed married to Mary and did not consummate the marriage until Jesus Christ was born.
Note: Jesus Christ is a name translated in the English versions. It is accepted by God. For this purpose these studies are on the English speaking version. Philippians 2:9 KJV “Wherefore God also hath highly exalted him and given him a name which is above every name:” There are many names people call Jesus but it is only one name to be saved by. If you mispronounce other names (thinking that is the original name) then you are not calling on the Lord.
It is known that what we pronounce today is not the way it was pronounced then. Develop a personal relationship with the Lord and you will know he answers to the name name Jesus Christ (the blood sacrifice). He is the God of the living. Psalms 100:3 KJV 3 Know ye that the Lord He is God: it is he that hath made us, and not we ourselves; we are his people and the sheep of his pasture.
The Gospel of Matthew is known for including many of Jesus’ key teachings, such as the Sermon on the Mount, where He teaches about love, humility, prayer, and the Kingdom of God. Throughout the Gospel, Jesus performs miracles, heals the sick, and casts out demons, showing His divine authority.
Matthew also places a strong emphasis on Jesus’ role as a teacher and the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies. He frequently references the Scriptures to show how Jesus’ life and mission align with what was foretold about the Messiah. The Gospel also includes Jesus’ parables, teachings on discipleship, and warnings about the final judgment.
The story of Jesus’ crucifixion, death, and resurrection is the heart of the Gospel. Matthew ends with the Great Commission, where Jesus commands His disciples to go and make disciples of all nations, spreading the message of salvation.
In summary, the Gospel of Matthew presents Jesus as the promised Messiah, the fulfillment of God’s promises, and the King of all nations, whose life, death, and resurrection bring salvation to the world.
Note From Editor: The name “Jesus Christ” is an English translation, and it is accepted by God. Philippians 2:9 KJV says, “Wherefore God also hath highly exalted him, and given him a name which is above every name.” People call Jesus by many praise names, but only one name is called upon for salvation by English speaking people and that is Jesus Christ. If you mispronounce other names thinking they are the original, you might not be calling on the Lord.
Language has changed over time, but when you have a personal relationship with Jesus, you will know that the name Jesus Christ, the Savior is accepted by God. The Holy spirit bears witness. Jesus gave His life for us. Psalm 100:3 reminds us, “Know ye that the Lord, He is God: it is He that hath made us, and not we ourselves; we are His people, and the sheep of His pasture.”
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Summary of Gospel of Matthew – Chapter 2
In this class, we will study Chapter Two of the Gospel of Matthew, focusing on the events surrounding the birth and early childhood of Jesus. This chapter highlights the visit of the wise men, Herod’s reaction to the news of the Messiah’s birth, and the Holy Family’s flight to Egypt. Students will explore the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies and how these early events reveal Jesus’ significance as the promised King and Savior.
By the end of the class, students will understand the threats Jesus faced as an infant and how God’s protection over His life was part of the divine plan
Jesus was born in “Bethlehem of Judaea” (also spelled Judea, or Judah) a small town near Jerusalem in the days of Herod the king. Three wise men from the east to Jerusalem came to see the baby, Jesus. The three wise men saw the star in the east that guided them to his location. Note: The star is known as The Star of Bethlehem, or Christmas Star. Jesus is also known as the morning star. Revelation 22″16 KJV
King Herod also known as ” Herod the Great”, was a Roman king of Judaea. He sent the wise men and told them to locate Jesus and tell him where he was so he could worship him but actually, he wanted to find Jesus to kill him. The three men went and found Mary and Joseph. They saw the baby Jesus and fell down and worshipped him. They presented unto him gifts; gold, and frankincense, and myrrh. Gifts fit for a king. Matthew 2:2 “Saying, Where is he that is born King of the Jews? for we have seen his star in the east, and are come to worship him.”
Note: There was a prophecy that this baby would be the king of the Jews and a star will shine when he was born so the wise man saw the star. Later upon Jesus Crucifixion, Jesus was named King of Jews in a mockery manner. The mockery brought on the destruction of Jerusalem as predicted.
It had been prophesized that Matthew 2:6 “And thou Bethlehem, in the land of Judea, are not the least among the princes of Judea: for out of thee shall come to a Governor, that shall rule my people Israel.” The wise men never returned to Herod to betray the location of Jesus. Herod was so angry that he ordered all children under two years of age to be slain in an effort to find Jesus. Again fulfilling a prophecy. Matthew 2:17-18 KJV 17Then was fulfilled that which was spoken by Jeremy the prophet, saying, 18In Rama was there a voice heard, lamentation, and weeping, and great mourning, Rachel weeping for her children, and would not be comforted, because they are not.
An angel advised Mary and Joseph to flee with the child to safety. Matthew 2: 14-23 14When he arose, he took the young child and his mother by night, and departed into Egypt: 15And was there until the death of Herod: that it might be fulfilled which was spoken of the Lord by the prophet, saying, Out of Egypt have I called my son.
After Herod’s death, Joseph and his family return from Egypt and dwell in Nazareth. 23 “And he came and dwelt in a city called Nazareth: that it might be fulfilled which was spoken by the prophets, He shall be called a Nazarene.”
45 DAYS TO READ THE GOSPEL CHALLENGE – THE GOSPEL OF MATTHEW CHAPTER TWO: THREE WISE MEN
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Time: 35 minutes to complete lesson: 20 minutes to read the entire post and take the interactive quiz, additional 15 minutes to view video resource and comment on social media.
OBJECTIVES FOR CHAPTER TWO -THE GOSPEL OF MATTHEW. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:
A. Identify the prophecy that guided the wise men to visit baby Jesus.
B. Learn the significance of the wise men’s worship and the gifts they presented to Jesus, fit for a king.
C. Explain why Mary and Joseph fled to Egypt with baby Jesus.
D. Describe King Herod’s treacherous attempt to find and kill baby Jesus.
E. Learn why Jesus was called a Nazarene, as foretold by the prophets.
OUTLINE FOR CHAPTER TWO OF THE GOSPEL OF MATTHEW
1. Wise men from the east inquire after Christ.
2. They worship Jesus and offer presents.
3. The flight into Egypt.
4. Herod slays the children in Bethlehem.
5. After Herod’s death, Joseph and his family return from Egypt and dwell in Nazareth.
Reflection and Journal Question:
The stars in the sky have always been a beautiful and awe-inspiring wonder. It was the star in the east that signaled the birth of Jesus, leading the wise men to Him.
Jesus is also called the “Bright and Morning Star,” fulfilling prophecy. How do you feel when you look up at the stars? Do you know any specific stars by name, and which one is your favorite?
In Matthew 2, the star guided the wise men to Jesus. Have you ever felt guided by something unexpected, like the wise men were? How did that experience shape your life?
RESOURCES FOR THIS LESSON
Click here for the King James Bible version in the text (pdf), mobile viewing on the web (KJV), YouTube audio and video version Chapter Two (total time: 6min.) Part One and Part Two
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1. What prophecy brought three wise men to see the baby, Jesus. Matthew 2: 1-10 KJV
1Now when Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judaea in the days of Herod the king, behold, there came wise men from the east to Jerusalem,
2Saying, Where is he that is born King of the Jews? for we have seen his star in the east, and are come to worship him.
3When Herod the king had heard these things, he was troubled, and all Jerusalem with him.
4And when he had gathered all the chief priests and scribes of the people together, he demanded of them where Christ should be born.
5And they said unto him, In Bethlehem of Judaea: for thus it is written by the prophet,
6And thou Bethlehem, in the land of Juda, art not the least among the princes of Juda: for out of thee shall become a Governor, that shall rule my people Israel.
7Then Herod, when he had privily called the wise men, enquired of them diligently what time the star appeared.
8And he sent them to Bethlehem, and said, Go and search diligently for the young child; and when ye have found him, bring me word again, that I may come and worship him also.
9When they had heard the king, they departed; and, lo, the star, which they saw in the east, went before them, till it came and stood over where the young child was.
10When they saw the star, they rejoiced with exceeding great joy
2. You will learn that the three wise men worship baby Jesus and brought gifts fit for a king. Matthew 2: 11 KJV
Matthew 2:11 “And when they came into the house, they saw the young child with Mary his mother, and fell down, and worshipped him: and when they had opened their treasures, they presented unto him gifts; gold, and frankincense, and myrrh.”
12And being warned of God in a dream that they should not return to Herod, they departed into their own country another way.
3. You will learn why Mary and Joseph fled to Egypt with baby Jesus. Matthew 2: 13-18 KJV
13And when they were departed, behold, the angel of the Lord appears to Joseph in a dream, saying, Arise, and take the young child and his mother, and flee into Egypt, and be thou there until I bring thee word: for Herod will seek the young child to destroy him.
14When he arose, he took the young child and his mother by night, and departed into Egypt:
15And was there until the death of Herod: that it might be fulfilled which was spoken of the Lord by the prophet, saying, Out of Egypt have I called my son.
16Then Herod, when he saw that he was mocked of the wise men, was exceeding wroth, and sent forth, and slew all the children that were in Bethlehem, and in all the coasts thereof, from two years old and under, according to the time which he had diligently inquired of the wise men.
17Then was fulfilled that which was spoken by Jeremy the prophet, saying,
18In Rama was there a voice heard, lamentation, and weeping, and great mourning, Rachel weeping for her children, and would not be comforted, because they are not.
4. You will learn the treacherous act of Herod committed in order to find and kill baby Jesus. Matthew 2: 16 KJV
Matthew 2:16 “Then Herod, when he saw that he was mocked of the wise men, was exceeding wroth, and sent forth, and slew all the children that were in Bethlehem, and in all the coasts thereof, from two years old and under, according to the time which he had diligently enquired of the wise men.”
. 17Then was fulfilled that which was spoken by Jeremy the prophet, saying, 18In Rama was there a voice heard, lamentation, and weeping, and great mourning, Rachel weeping for her children, and would not be comforted, because they are not.
5. You will learn why Jesus was named by the prophets a Nazarene. Matthew 2:19-23 KJV
19But when Herod was dead, behold, an angel of the Lord appears in a dream to Joseph in Egypt,
20Saying, Arise, and take the young child and his mother, and go into the land of Israel: for they are dead which sought the young child’s life
.21And he arose, and took the young child and his mother, and came into the land of Israel.
22But when he heard that Archelaus did reign in Judaea in the room of his father Herod, he was afraid to go thither: notwithstanding, being warned of God in a dream, he turned aside into the parts of Galilee:
23And he came and dwelt in a city called Nazareth: that it might be fulfilled which was spoken by the prophets, He shall be called a Nazarene.
Interactive Quiz
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#1. What prophecy brought three wise men to see the baby, Jesus?
#2. The three wise men worship baby Jesus and brought gifts fit for a king. What gifts did they bring?
#3. Why did Mary and Joseph fled to Egypt with baby Jesus?
#4. What treacherous act did Herod commit in order to find and kill baby Jesus?
#5. What prophecy was fulfilled about Jesus when he, Mary and Joseph went to live in Nazareth?
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CALL TO SALVATION:
John 3:16 “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.”
Romans 10:9-10 9That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved. 10For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness, and with the mouth, confession is made unto salvation.
John 3:5-6 5Jesus answered, Verily, verily, I say unto thee, Except a man be born of water and of the Spirit, he cannot enter into the kingdom of God. 6That which is born of the flesh is flesh, and that which is born of the Spirit is the Spirit
