The study of the Book of Matthew follows Jesus from his birth through his life to his death and resurrection.

Some of the major ideas explored are:

• Dreams
• Do not fear
• Lord help me
• Write your own parable
• This cup is My blood of the covenant.

The meaning of the selected passages are made clear by considering such aspects as ancient customs, locations of places, and the meanings of words. The simple format makes the study easy to use. Includes maps and glossary with key pronunciation helps.

Updates will include:

• New cover designs.
• New interior designs.
• Leader Guide per matching Participant Book (rather than multiple volumes in one book).
• Updated to 2011 revision of the New International Version Translation (NIV).
• Updated references to New Interpreters Dictionary of the Bible.
• Include biblical chapters on the contents page beside session lesson titles for at-a-glance overview of biblical structure.
• Include larger divisions within the contents page to reflect macro-structure of each biblical book. Ex: Genesis 1-11; Genesis 12-50; Exodus 1-15; Exodus 16-40; Isaiah 1-39; Isaiah 40-66.

The simple format makes the study easy to use. Each volume is 13 sessions.

Leader Guide includes:

• A verse-by-verse, in-depth look at the Scriptures.
• Background material, including word studies and history of the biblical setting.
• Answers to questions asked in the Participant Book.
• Application of the Scripture to daily life situations.
• Discussion suggestions.
• A variety of study options.
• Practical tips for leaders to use.

• Publisher: Abingdon Press

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