Matthew 1:1-6: Son of Abraham

I) The Book of Matthew
A) Written by Matthew, a former _____ collector who became a disciple of Jesus.

B) He was also known as __________ (Mark 2:14; Luke 5:27).

C) The Gospel of Matthew was written primarily for a Jewish audience to show that Jesus is the promised Messiah who ________ Old Testament prophecies.


II) The Purpose of the Genealogy

A) The genealogy demonstrates that Jesus was a real _____________ person, rooted in Israel’s story.

B) Matthew organizes the genealogy into three sections: Abraham to David; David to the Exile; Exile to Christ.


III) Jesus is the Messiah, the Son of Abraham

A) God’s promises to Abraham (Genesis 12:1–3; 17:6–7):

1) A new ___________ (the Promised Land).

2) A great ____________ from his descendants.

3) ____________ for all nations through him.

4) A descendant who would reign ____________.

B) Jesus fulfills these promises:

1) Paul teaches that all who have faith in Christ are part of Abraham’s ___________ (Galatians 3:7–9).
2) The inclusion of Gentile women (Tamar, Rahab, Ruth) in Jesus’ genealogy shows God’s blessing extends beyond ______________.

3) Jesus will reign _____________ as King.

4) Revelation promises a final home for all believers (Revelation 21:1–4).

IV) Other lessons we can learn from this genealogy

A) God’s __________ includes sinners (e.g., Tamar, Rahab, David).

B) ___________—not perfection—is what God requires.

C) God uses __________ people to accomplish His perfect plan