Matthew’s Gospel In Outline Form

There are multiple ways to outline Matthew’s Gospel.  One way is to follow the form of a suzerain covenant,  Here is another approach from an application of that approach, keeping in mind that the temptation narrative itself follows the form of a suzerain covenant.  I. Matthew 1 - 3  : Introduction The author/authors introduce us to Yeshua via a gematria laden eschatological genealogy, a very brief birth narrative, a note about Yeshua’s ascent into manhood, & His baptism by John the Baptist that ends in a theophany. II. Matthew 4  : Prophet, Priest, King   Each of the 3 temptations highlights one of Yeshua’s 3 offices —- Prophet, Priest, & King, in that order. This provides the narrative framework (ie outline) for the remainder of the Gospel. Yeshua calls His disciples, essentially putting together a school of highly prophetic people who would serve as functional levites ministering to the poor, the sick & infirm, the marginalized, even Rom...
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Covenant Theology In Outine Form (Part 10)

Part 10 - A Song For The Ages 

Shema/Preamble & Historical Prologue (Psalm 2:7)

7 

I will tell of the decree:
The Lord said to me, “You are my Son;
    today I have begotten you.


General & Specific Stipulations  (Psalm 2:8 - 9)

8 

Ask of me, and I will make the nations your heritage,
    and the ends of the earth your possession.

9

You shall break them with a rod of iron
    and dash them in pieces like a potter's vessel.”


Document Clause, Renewal, Witnesses, & Victory (Psalm 2:10 - 12)

10 

Now therefore, O kings, be wise;
    be warned, O rulers of the earth.

11 

Serve the Lord with fear,
    and rejoice with trembling.

12 

Kiss the Son,
    lest he be angry, and you perish in the way,
    for his wrath is quickly kindled.

Blessed are all who take refuge in him.


Part 9 is Here.  Link to Part 11


As always, may the LORD bless us all, each & every  one, & “Go & sin no more.” 

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