The Gospel Of Matthew

AUTHOR: Matthew (Levi), a former tax collector who
became one of Jesus’ 12 disciples
AUDIENCE: Jews
PURPOSE: To prove that Jesus is the Messiah, the eternal
King
DATE WRITTEN: Approximately a.d. 60–65

SPECIAL FEATURES: Matthew is filled with messianic
language (“Son of David” is used throughout) and Old Testament
references (53 quotes and 76 other references).
This Gospel’s purpose was to present the clear evidence
that Jesus is the predicted Messiah, the Savior.