Platoz Posted December 17, 2012 Report Share Posted December 17, 2012 Q4. Read Matthew 8:5-13; 21:33-44; 22:2-13; 24:14; and 28:19. What do they (the Wise Men?) have in common? They are all intelligent men or priest who are expert in astrology, and dream interpretation. What relation does the visit of the wise men have to Matthew's theme of bringing the Gospel to the Gentiles? The wise men were rich and nobel people. They were well respected in their country as being leaders and those “of knowledge”. For them to go out looking for the Messiah in the lowliest of areas showed a willingness to search for the truth. The same thought is with bringing the gospel to the Gentiles. The Gentiles were unclean, dirty people – so the religious Jewish people thought. Even if a Gentile was a good person and tried to live Godly it still would not have been comfortable to the Jewish leaders. Bringing the gospels to the Gentiles required opening the well protected Jewish gates to let the Gentiles hear the gospels and to make the chose to follow Jesus. How should we be applying this mandate in our own lives? Open your heart and teach and demonstrate the gospel to all. Look past their birth privileges or non-privileges. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Commissioned Posted December 21, 2012 Report Share Posted December 21, 2012 Q4. Read Matthew 8:5-13; 21:33-44; 22:2-13; 24:14; and 28:19. What do they have in common? What relation does the visit of the wise men have to Matthew's theme of bringing the Gospel to the Gentiles? How should we be applying this mandate in our own lives? The verses speak of the gospel being spread to the Gentiles also. The visit of the wise men have supported the theme of the gospel being taken to the Gentiles. We too should take or support those who go forth and proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bwithubob Posted December 23, 2012 Report Share Posted December 23, 2012 In both the Old and New testaments the message is the same, God's love is for everyone and not just one faith or section of that faith. We are all God's children. We may have accepted Jesus (God saves) but He told us to 'spread the good news and make disciples of ALL MEN. So that means for us living a life as close to Jesus as we can and not be afraid to share the gospel. CThis reminds me that it is near to time for our Carol Service with the Community Brass Band so I must leave the secure isolation of my computer screen and get out there where God is at work and join him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bwithubob Posted December 23, 2012 Report Share Posted December 23, 2012 Thank you pastor Ralph and your team. Both I and the home group, which my wife and I run, enjoyed and learnt from this study. we have seen many new insights and I am sure have a different view of the Christmas story. This will not stop us enjoying mince pies and wishing you a Very Merry Christmas and a truly blessed New Year Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lorraine Overstreet Posted February 3, 2013 Report Share Posted February 3, 2013 Q4. Read Matthew 8:5-13; 21:33-44; 22:2-13; 24:14; and 28:19. What do they have in common? What relation does the visit of the wise men have to Matthew's theme of bringing the Gospel to the Gentiles? How should we be applying this mandate in our own lives? a) These verses tell us we should share the gospel of Christ with the world. The gospel must be preached to, and will be embraced, by the Getiles. The wise men were not Jews, but God chose them to reveal the Birth of the Messiah to. 2) The Magi were Gentles and God chose them to be the first to see the Christ-child - Jesus. The Magi spread the word to all the Gentiles that they met. The Gospel is for all of us, not just Jews. c) We should spread the word of God, the savior, we should testify of all the good He has done in our lives and can do for others, if they would just accept God into their lives. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tgandy Posted November 19, 2013 Report Share Posted November 19, 2013 The mentioned scriptures are all of people who have received and gone forth to spread the news. This is what the Shepherds and the Magi did. The Magi were from a different land. They could have been Gentiles. The Magi went there way with the news that the Messiah was born. This too, should be our witness. But, as we witness we need to remember the child is no longer in the manger. He has grown up, was crucified and died. He rose from the dead. That is our witness. Go forth and witness that we serve a risen Savior. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
haar Posted December 10, 2013 Report Share Posted December 10, 2013 Q4. Read Matthew 8:5-13; 21:33-44; 22:2-13; 24:14; and 28:19. What do they have in common? What relation does the visit of the wise men have to Matthew's theme of bringing the Gospel to the Gentiles? How should we be applying this mandate in our own lives? All these references speak about the Good News which is available to all mankind. The visit of the Magi to the Child- Christ confirms that the Gospel is not limited to only the Jews but everyone irrespective of tribe, nation or race qualifies We should reach out to everyone with the Gospel no matter his tribe or race Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
humblejon Posted December 23, 2013 Report Share Posted December 23, 2013 These passages in Matthew point out that Jesus came to earth first for God's people the Jews--yet most rejected Him, which in turn, opened the door up for the Gentiles to seek out and accept Christ as their Lord and Savior. I read a Christmas card awhile back which said "Wise men still seek out Christ!" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WinstonY Posted January 5, 2014 Report Share Posted January 5, 2014 In Mathew 8:5-13 the centurion, a non-Jew is seen as having more faith than anyone in Israel 21:33-34 the tenants who did not hear the master's message were thrown out and others chosen 22:2-13 When the invited ignored the wedding invitation others were invited 24:14 the good news will be preached to all nations 28:19 command to go to all the world and preach the gospel The commonality here seems to be the recognition of Jesus that others beyond Israel are to ne ministered to and are also eligible for the kingdom of God. These gentiles, the wise men were among the first to recognize that Jesus was the messiah. It might be noted that Herod the ruler of the Jews tried to kill Jesus just as did the rulers of Israel who brought about Jesus' death. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Jerry Posted January 7, 2016 Report Share Posted January 7, 2016 The thyme in the verses above have common thyme is that we have all been invited to the banquet table to celebrate with the Lord. As far as can tell, the wise men were gentiles and they were lead to the Messiah which means that we have all been invited to be with Jesus. Knowing that Jesus has invited us we should also invite our friends. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rosesam Posted April 24, 2019 Report Share Posted April 24, 2019 Q4. Read Matthew 8:5-13; 21:33-44; 22:2-13; 24:14; and 28:19. What do they have in common? What relation does the visit of the wise men have to Matthew's theme of bringing the Gospel to the Gentiles? How should we be applying this mandate in our own lives? It all speaks of Jesus ministry not confined to the Jews, but extending beyond them to the Gentiles. Matthew was primarily written to the Jews to emphasize that Jesus is the King of the Jews. Of all the four gospels Matthew quotes or alludes to many Old Testament scriptures to prove that He is the seed of David who is to rule on the throne forever. But His rule is not limited to the Jews alone but includes all mankind. God wanted the Jews to be a light of the nations, but they made it to be exclusive not including gentiles because of their narrow mindedness. Now through his gospel, Matthew confirms God’s original plan that salvation is not limited to the Jews but is extended to all who would submit to God and His salvation. The wise men were gentiles who sought Jesus and found Him. Likewise all who seek Him will find Him. We have been given this gift of salvation and we too cannot hide it to ourselves. But we need to lead others to this gift who are seeking for it in their lives. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Katy Posted December 23, 2022 Report Share Posted December 23, 2022 Q4. These verses in Matthew all refer to God’s command to go and preach the Gospel to the ends of the earth. This message which was first for the Jew and then for the gentile is being spread slowly but surely ever since. God will not allow His plans to be thwarted. No matter who or what stands against Him, His Gospel will be spread. Each of us must play our part by telling those we meet about the love of Jesus and what He has done for us. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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