Explores the literary character of the Gospels, their status in the Church, and their unity and variety.
The Gospels – Lesson 2
Matthew wrote the first gospel to explain that Jesus was the king of Jews that brought the kingdom of heaven, even though Jesus didn\’t arrive in the way people expected.
The Gospels – Lesson 3
The persecution of Christians was on Mark\’s mind as he wrote the second Gospel. Mark told the story of Jesus\’ life in ways that strengthened the faith of early Christians and encouraged them to persevere through suffering.
The Gospels – Lesson 4
Luke described Jesus Christ as the one who saves. Humanity is lost and desperate, without help or hope, in need of salvation. The third gospel reminds us that Jesus died to save us.
The Gospels – Lesson 5
John wrote the fourth gospel to assure persecuted Jewish believers that Jesus was the fulfillment of God\’s ancient promises to the Jews that Jesus really is the Christ, the Son of God. John wanted to make sure that they would remain faithful to Jesus and enjoy abundant life in him.