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THE GOSPELSMark60 A.D.Jesus, the Suffering KingMatthew80 A.D.Jesus, the Long-Expected Jewish MessiahLuke-Acts80 A.D.Jesus, the Savior of ALL the world and friend to outcastsJohn90 A.D.Jesus, the pre-existent Son of God

THE GOSPELOF MARKJesus, the Suffering King

The beginning of the Gospel of Jesus Christ the Son of GodSOURCES OF MARKS GOSPELDATE, AUTHORSHIP, SETTINGSOURCES: Preaching of Peter and the Passion StoryDATE: Early 60s, following Peters death in RomeAUTHOR: John Mark, cousin of Barnabas, one time companion of Paul and Barnabas, but named as the spiritual child of Peter (1 Peter 5:13)SETTING: From Rome to Gentile Christians (presumably in Rome during early days of persecution)MARKS TWO PRIMARY CONCERNSCHRISTOLOGY Who is Jesus?Answer given in 1:1, 8:29; 15:39But what does it mean to confess that Jesus is the Christ?

DISCIPLESHIP What does it mean to follow Jesus?Discipleship sayingsCross, servanthood, suffering, pouring out life for others

OUTLINE OF MARKS GOSPELPROLOGUE The Gospel of Jesus Christ (1:1-15)THE AUTHORITY AND POWER OF JESUS CHRIST (1:16-8:21)THE NATURE OF TRUE MESSIAHSHIP AND DISCIPLESHIP (8:22-10:52)THE PASSION OF JESUS CHRIST (11:1-15:39)THE RESURRECTION OF JESUS CHRIST, THE SON OF GOD (15:40-16:8)

THE PARABLE OF THE SOWERRESPONSES TO JESUSthe parable of sower, seed, and soilsHARD GROUNDnever even gets into the groundTHORNY GROUNDthorns grow up and choke out the seedROCKY GROUNDgrows quicklybut doesnt have deep roots, so it withersGOOD GROUNDproduces fruitFOCUS IS NOW ON THE ROCKY GROUNDPrimary Problem: FEAR!THE JOURNEY TO JERUSALEMchapters 8-10Jesus talks about going to Jerusalem, suffering, dying, and rising againDisciples reflect a complete misunderstanding of Jesus as MessiahJesus attempts to correct their misunderstanding THE NATURE OF MESSIAHSHIP AND DISCIPLESHIPTHE INAUGURATION OF JESUS AS KINGchapters 11-16TYPICAL CORONATION OF ANCIENT KINGSEnter into capital city in militant manner on triumphant horseAnointed king by high priest in the templeShare a meal with those with whom the king will ruleCrownscepterrobeLifted up onto throneoften with acclamation by people and royal titles givenIntimate moment of adoption by God: Today you have become my son, and I have become your father

Central Themes of Marks GospelJesus is the Son of God, whose life and ministry are marked by divine power and authority.Lifes most important question is one asked by Jesus: Who do you say that I am?Religious leaders, the crowds, and even his own disciples do not fully comprehend who Jesus is. A full understanding of Messiahship requires the revelation encounter of the cross.The way of Jesus is the way of the cross: humble service, sacrificial love, pouring out life for others.THE GOSPELOF MATTHEWJesus, the Long-Expected Jewish Messiah

SOURCES OF MATTHEWS GOSPELDATE, AUTHORSHIP, SETTINGSOURCES: Mark, Q, and MDATE: 70-80, following destruction of the TempleAUTHOR: Levi, the tax collector a Jewish male, steeped in Hebrew Scriptures, accomplished Greek writer who thought like a scribe (Mt 13:52)SETTING: Jewish Christians, urban, cosmopolitan, and prosperous, favorable view of Gentile mission Antioch in Syria is the most likely locationOUTLINE OF MATTHEWS GOSPELPROLOGUE The Birth of the Messiah(1:1-2:23)PART 1 (3:1-7:29) Narrative (3-4) Discourse (5-7)PART 2 (8:1-11:1) Narrative (8-9:35) Discourse (9:35-11:1)PART 3 (11:2-13:53) Narrative (11-12) Discourse (13:1-53)PART 4 (13:54-19:1) Narrative (13-17) Discourse (18-19:1)PART 5 (19:2-26:2) Narrative (19-22) Discourse (23-26:2)FINALE: THE PASSION, RESURRECTION, AND GREAT COMMISSION OF MESSIAH (26-28)

MATTHEWLong-expected Jewish MessiahGenealogyStories connected to familiar OT storiesOften repeated phrase: This was to fulfill the prophetDivided into five sections

MATTHEWLong-expected Jewish MessiahStar appears in the skyKing Herod becomes frightened that a king has been bornMagi (priests of the world religionZoroastrianismcome to worship him)

THE SERMON ON THE MOUNTMATTHEW 5-7Beatitudes Blessings of upside down kingdomA new teaching with authority: You have heard that it was said but I say unto youA NEW RIGHTEOUSNESSTrue prayer and piety Kingdom FirstThe way of righteousness the wise and foolish buildersCentral Themes of Matthews GospelJesus is the promised Messiah, the one to whom the Old Testament points.The promised kingdom has already dawned in the life and ministry of Jesus, the Messiah.The true people of God are those who have aligned themselves to Jesus teaching as his disciples.God has revealed the new way of righteousness in Jesus as the fulfillment of Old Testament law.The reign of Jesus is coming in its fullness; therefore the church is to take the gospel to the world.THE GOSPELOF LUKEJesus, the Savior of All and Friend of Outcasts

SOURCES OF LUKES GOSPELDATE, AUTHORSHIP, SETTINGSOURCES: Mark, Q, and LDATE: 70-80, following destruction of the TempleAUTHOR: Luke, a physician, traveling companion of Paul, early proselyte to Judaism also penned Acts of the Apostles as second part of a two volume workSETTING: Gentile audience, Theophilus (Greek: Friend of God), probably written from Rome following Pauls imprisonment to churches of Greece & Asia MinorOUTLINE OF LUKES GOSPELPROLOGUE Audience and Purpose(1:1-4)INFANCY NARRATIVES (1:5-2:52)JESUS IN GALILEE (3:1-9:50)THE JOURNEY NARRATIVE (9:51-19:27)First to second mention of Jerusalem (9:51-13:21)Second to third mention of Jerusalem (13:22-17:10)Last stage of journey to arrival in Jerusalem (17:11-19:27)JESUS IN JERUSALEM (19:28-23:56)THE RESURRECTION NARRATIVES (24:1-53)

LUKE Jesus: The Savior of All and Friend of OutcastsInfancy NarrativesGenealogy (back to Adam)Inaugural Sermon Five Sinners (Levi, The Sinful Woman, The Prodigal Son, The Pharisee & The Publican, and Zaccheus)Favorite ParablesThe Road to Emmaus

LUKE Jesus: The Savior of All and Friend of OutcastsSPECIAL EMPHASESRepentanceInclusion of womenPriority of PrayerDiscipleship as JourneyJoy and PraiseConcern for the poorMoney mattersTable fellowshipSalvation is for everyone

Central Themes of Lukes GospelChristology Jesus is the Spirit-empowered Servant of the Lord, The Prophet like Moses, and the Righteous Martyr (Witness). Ecclesiology The church is the covenant people of God, the fulfillment of Israel as Gods light to the nations an alternative community of praise, joy, and obedience. Table fellowship is the sign of inclusion in this covenant community and it is extended to all.Eschatology Jesus will come again, but until then the church is Gods Spirit-empowered witness to the world.Soteriology the good news of salvation is for all the weak, the outcast, male and female, Gentiles allTHE GOSPELOF JOHNJesus, the Pre-existent Word of God

SOURCES OF JOHNS GOSPELDATE, AUTHORSHIP, SETTINGSOURCES: Eyewitness accounts independent, not written chronologically, but theologically structuredDATE: 90 AD, tension between Christians and JewsAUTHOR: John, one of the sons of Zebedee, part of Jesus inner circle (Peter, James, and John), the beloved disciple, an intimate eyewitness of Jesus SETTING: could be written to Jews to convince them that Jesus is the Christ, but more likely to deepen Christians in their faith (perhaps the churches of Asia Minor who were facing persecution and expulsion from the synagogue) The Question of IdentityOUTLINE OF JOHNS GOSPELPROLOGUE The Word (Logos) Became Flesh (1:1-18)PART 1: The Book of Signs (1:19-12:50)Come and See (1:19-51)The Cana Signs (2-4)OT Feasts and Their Replacements (5-10)Sabbath (5) Passover (6) Tabernacles (7-10), Dedication (10)The Raising of Lazarus (11-12:19)The Greeks Come to Jesus (12:20-50)PART 2: The Book of Glory (13:1-20:31)Epilogue (21:1-25)

JOHN Jesus: The Pre-ExistentWord of GodThe Word Became FleshTHE BOOK OF SIGNSCana Signs Water into WineNicodemusWoman at the WellI AM SayingsRaising LazarusThe Greeks Seek Jesus

JOHN Jesus: The Pre-ExistentWord of GodTHE BOOK OF GLORYGlory = Jesus death on the cross, he is lifted upLast Supper towel/basinFarewell Discourse (14-17)Paraclete SayingsVine and BranchesHigh Priestly PrayerPassion and Death (18-19)Resurrection (20)

JOHN Jesus: The Pre-ExistentWord of GodSPECIAL WORDSKnowFather (for God)Testify (witness)Glory (glorify)Believe (faith)WorldLifeSon

TruthLightSpirit

Central Themes of Johns GospelChristology Jesus is the Eternal Son of God (the Word) made flesh Jesus intimate relationship with the Father is revealed in this Gospel. He has exegeted God for us!Ecclesiology The church is the community gathered around Jesus, marked by love (as He has loved us). This love is best signaled in the towel and basin service that Jesus offers to his disciples as our example to follow.Eschatology The coming of Christ into the world has created a crisis a time for decision - believe. We now live between the times, empowered by the Paraclete.Soteriology Salvation is an experiential encounter with the living Christ who invites all people to believe.