Gospals

Question 1

Matthew’s Gospel content

Answer 1

Presents Jesus as King of the Jews

Emphasizes Jesus’ teachings

Highlights Jesus fulfilling the word of the Lord

Question 2

Mark’s Gospel content

Answer 2

Depicts Jesus as a suffering servant

Stresses Jesus’ authority

Question 3

Content/features of Luke’s gospel

Answer 3

Shows Jesus as savior of all

Educational, orderly account of Jesus’ life and ministry

Written by a non-Jew for both Jews and non-Jews

Question 4

John’s Gospel features

Answer 4

Presents Jesus as God

Written to inspire belief

Composed long after the other Gospels

Mostly unique content

Focuses on signs and statements

Question 5

Why are there 4 gospels

Answer 5

Each Gospel presents a unique perspective on Jesus’ life and message, are made for different audiences and have different theological emphases. Together, they offer a fuller picture of Jesus as Messiah and fulfill Hebrew Scriptures.

Question 6

When was each gospel written

Answer 6

Mark: 70 CE, Matthew: 80 CE, Luke: 85, John: 95