The Gospels: A Four-Fold Portrait of Jesus Christ (Encore)

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The Gospels - Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John - form the foundation of Christian belief, each offering unique perspectives on Jesus Christ's life and teachings. These four complementary accounts provide a comprehensive portrait of Jesus as King, Servant, Son of Man, and Son of God.

• Matthew, a former tax collector turned disciple, presents Jesus as King and connects His life to Old Testament prophecies
• Mark, companion of Peter, offers an action-packed account focusing on Jesus as servant, frequently using "and immediately" to create urgency
• Luke, a physician and the only Gentile author in the Bible, emphasizes Jesus's compassion for outcasts and includes beloved parables
• John provides the most theological perspective, showcasing Jesus's divinity and including unique "I am" statements
• All four Gospels contain miracle stories, pronouncement stories, and detailed passion/resurrection narratives
• The synoptic Gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke) follow similar chronologies while John offers complementary material
• Each Gospel writer had a different audience and purpose, creating a multifaceted portrait of Jesus
• Recommended approach: start with one Gospel (possibly Mark), read slowly, and ask reflective questions about Jesus's words and actions

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CORRECTION: At 2:32 the list of the Synoptic gospels should be Matthew, Mark and Luke only.

RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
Questions to ask as you read the gospels:

1. What's happening in this passage?  
2. Who is Jesus talking to?
3. What's Jesus teaching? 
4. What does Jesus say about himself? 
5. What does Jesus say about God? 
6. How does Jesus respond to different situations?  
7. What does Jesus tell people to do? 
8. What do I learn about Jesus in a given passage.  
9. How does this passage apply to your life. 

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Note: All scripture references are from the NIV translation unless otherwise indicated.