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John the Baptist; Matthew 1-4
Season 9, Episode 8
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11-Sep-2026
The Gospel of Matthew is known for his extensive and unique use of the Old Testament. Matthew likely wrote his Gospel around 60 AD, when the book of Mark was already circulating among the church. There are thirty-three quotes from the Old Testament in Matthew and as some have noted, several comments related to money as well, which may hint at Matthew’s background as a tax collector. At the time of his call to become a disciple of Jesus, Matthew records his occupation as tax collector, a very unpopular profession that sees him grouped with sinners, in general. For Matthew, there is no question that Jesus fulfilled the Jewish expectation of how and when the Messiah would be born. In our reading today, he introduces us to John the Baptist, a key witness pointing to Jesus as Christ. John was from a priestly family, but he did not live like a typical priest. John’s food and clothing reflected his prophetic forerunner, Elijah.
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