Walk the Word The Gospel of Matthew
Matthew Bible Study Guide
A deeper journey through the life, teachings, and kingdom of Jesus Christ.
The Matthew Bible Study Guide from Walk the Word takes you through the Gospel of Matthew one passage at a time, with the historical context, biblical connections, and Christ-centered teaching needed to understand what you are reading and see Jesus more clearly.
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The story behind the text
Don’t Just Read Matthew. Learn to See What Matthew Saw.
Matthew was written in a world filled with customs, places, expectations, and biblical references that modern readers can easily pass over.
Genealogies carry covenant history. Old Testament quotations reveal promises reaching their fulfillment. Kingdom language draws upon Israel’s hope. Encounters with Pharisees, disciples, crowds, rulers, and outsiders unfold within a setting very different from our own.
Understanding that world does not replace the message of Scripture. It helps us hear Matthew’s testimony with greater clarity.
Walk the Word was created to guide you through that journey carefully, so that as Matthew unfolds his account, you understand more clearly what is happening, why it matters, and what it reveals about Jesus Christ.
Inside the study
What You’ll Discover
Each study is designed to move beyond summary and help you understand the world, theology, and biblical story surrounding Matthew’s account.
Historical Context
Understand the people, places, customs, and circumstances surrounding Matthew’s account.
Biblical Context
See how Matthew draws from Israel’s Scriptures and the covenant promises of God.
The Person of Christ
Follow Matthew’s unfolding testimony concerning who Jesus is.
Difficult Passages
Slow down where careful explanation is needed rather than passing over difficult sayings.
Theology
Understand the doctrines that naturally arise from Matthew’s account without separating theology from the text.
Faithful Application
Consider how the truth of Scripture calls believers to faith, repentance, worship, and obedience.
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A different kind of Bible study
This Is Bible Study, Not Daily Inspiration
Walk the Word was created for believers who want to understand Scripture, not simply collect inspirational thoughts about it.
Scripture First
The study follows the passage itself rather than forcing Scripture into a predetermined theme.
Historical Context Matters
People, places, customs, geography, and Jewish expectations are explained when they help illuminate the meaning of the passage.
Scripture Interprets Scripture
Matthew’s use of Israel’s Scriptures helps us see how God’s promises and redemptive purposes unfold.
Christ Remains Central
The goal is not merely to gather biblical information, but to understand and worship Jesus Christ more faithfully.
Theology Serves the Text
Difficult doctrines are not avoided, and theological conclusions arise from Scripture rather than being imposed upon it.
From Walk the Word
An introduction to Day 1 Matthew 1:1-17
The Genealogy of the King
Matthew opens with a list of names that many readers are tempted to pass over. Yet the genealogy is not an obstacle before the story begins. It is part of Matthew’s testimony concerning Jesus.
These names carry generations of promise, failure, judgment, mercy, and covenant faithfulness. Abraham, David, exile, and kingship all stand behind Matthew’s opening words. Before Jesus performs a miracle or teaches a crowd, Matthew wants us to understand that His arrival belongs to the long unfolding purpose of God.
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What You’ll Study in Matthew
Follow Matthew’s testimony as he reveals Jesus as the promised King and traces the unfolding of His kingdom.
The Arrival of the King
Matthew introduces Jesus within Israel’s covenant history and brings us from His genealogy and birth into the beginning of His public ministry.
The Teaching of the King
The Sermon on the Mount reveals the character of Christ’s kingdom and the righteousness of those who belong to it.
The Authority of the King
Jesus’ words are accompanied by acts of authority that reveal His identity and prepare His disciples for their mission.
The Kingdom Revealed
Questions, opposition, and kingdom parables deepen the growing revelation of Jesus and His mission.
Before you begin
Understanding the Gospel of Matthew
Five questions can help you read the Gospel with greater care.
Who wrote the Gospel of Matthew?
Early Christian tradition attributes the Gospel to Matthew, one of Jesus’ twelve apostles and a former tax collector. The Gospel itself does not name its author, so this attribution rests on early testimony rather than an explicit claim within the text.
Why was the Gospel of Matthew written?
Matthew presents Jesus as the promised Messiah and King. He traces how Jesus fulfills God’s promises, teaches the life of His kingdom, and calls disciples to follow Him.
What are the major themes in Matthew?
Jesus’ identity, the fulfillment of Scripture, the kingdom of heaven, discipleship, righteousness, and God’s covenant faithfulness run through Matthew’s account.
What does the kingdom of heaven mean in Matthew?
The phrase points to God’s reign, made present in the person and work of Jesus Christ. Matthew shows the King’s authority in His teaching, miracles, call to repentance, and promise of final judgment.
Why is the Sermon on the Mount important?
In Matthew 5-7, Jesus teaches the character of life under His rule. He exposes shallow righteousness, directs His disciples toward the Father’s will, and calls for obedience rooted in a transformed heart.
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Begin Your Journey Through Matthew
Matthew does more than tell us what Jesus did. From his opening words onward, he carefully shows us who Jesus is.
Walk the Word gives you space to follow that testimony one passage at a time, with the historical and biblical context needed to understand what you are reading without losing sight of Christ at the center of it all.
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Questions about the study
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best way to study the Gospel of Matthew?
Read each passage in the flow of Matthew’s account. Notice how Matthew uses Israel’s Scriptures, consider the historical setting, and ask what the text reveals about Jesus Christ before moving to personal application.
What is the main message of the Gospel of Matthew?
Matthew presents Jesus as the promised Messiah and King who fulfills God’s redemptive promises. His teaching, works, death, and resurrection call people to repent, trust Him, and follow Him.
Is this Matthew Bible Study Guide suitable for beginners?
Yes. The study explains unfamiliar people, places, customs, and biblical connections instead of assuming that every reader already knows them.
How long does each Walk the Word study take?
The Walk the Word overview describes a study rhythm of about 10 to 20 minutes a day. You can take longer to read the passage, pray, or write your own observations.
Do I need a specific Bible translation?
No particular translation is listed as a requirement for the free seven-day journey. Keep a Bible available so you can read the passages alongside each study.
What happens after my 7 free days?
Days 1 through 7 are free and delivered by email. After Day 7, you may choose to purchase Days 8 through 30 separately. The free signup does not start a paid subscription.
Will I be charged after seven days?
No. The free offer does not charge you on Day 8. You decide whether to purchase the remaining days.