Introduction – Following Jesus through the Gospels

Overview of John’s Gospel

Summary of John’s Narrative (2 Parts) John’s narrative is vey different from the other three gospels. He wrote well after the other three, and he wrote mainly to the Christians and he gave supplementary stories that were not recorded by Matthew, Mark and Luke. He tells us his purpose for writing: “Therefore Jesus did many other signs in the presence of his disciples, which are not written in this book; but these are written, that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that believing you may have life in his name.” (John 20:30-31)

Introduction | Matthew | Part 1 | Part 1-1 | Video

Overview of Matthew’s Gospel

Summary of Matthew’s Narrative (2 Parts) Matthew wrote especially to the Hebrews/Jews.“Watch our overview video on Matthew 1-13, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. In Matthew, Jesus brings God’s heavenly kingdom to earth and invites his disciples into a new way of life through his death and resurrection.” “Watch our overview video on Matthew 14-28, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. In Matthew, Jesus brings God’s heavenly kingdom to earth and invites his disciples into a new way of life through his death and…

Introduction | Mark | Part 1 | Part 1-1 | Video

Overview of Mark’s Gospel

This video presented by the Bible Project offers an overview of the book of Mark, examining its literary design and flow of thought. It highlights that Jesus, portrayed as Israel’s Messiah, initiates God’s kingdom through his suffering, death, and resurrection. The narrative underscores the significance of these elements in establishing Jesus’s role and mission.

Introduction | Luke | Part 1 | Part 1-1 | Video

Overview of Luke’s Gospel

The Bible Project has created a two-part overview video on the book of Luke, detailing its literary design and narrative flow. These videos explain how Jesus fulfills the covenant story of God and Israel and brings the good news of God’s kingdom to everyone, regardless of their social status, be they poor or rich. The series is designed to provide clear insights into the themes and messages of Luke’s Gospel.

Meet the Gospel Writers

WEEK 1: MEET THE GOSPEL WRITERS – Matthew, Mark, Luke and John. The New Testament contains four ancient biographies of Jesus of Nazareth (Matthew, Mark, Luke and John), and altogether they are called “the Gospel”.

Each one tells the story as an announcement of good news that the crucified and risen Jesus is the true ruler of the nations. In this video, we explore why these accounts were written and how you can read them with greater insight.

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