As you watch the gospel of Matthew, imagine you are in Jerusalem in the first century A.D. The only Scripture you have is the Old Testament, and all of your life you have heard Jewish religious teachers talk about the coming of a Messiah to deliver the Jews. How would you react to the presentation of Jesus by Matthew? Throughout the gospel of Matthew, Jesus is seen as a King who has come to announce His Kingdom. For more context about the gospel of Matthew, such as the author, audience, historical information, date, and more, download the Courage For Life app.

Mark’s gospel is an action-packed thriller. After a one-verse prologue (“This is the Good News about Jesus the Messiah, the Son of God”), Mark jumps right into the action. Jesus is seen as a Man constantly in motion— teaching, healing, and rebuking evil spirits. For more context about the gospel of Mark, such as the author, audience, historical information, date, and more, download the Courage For Life app.

Luke is a gospel for those shunned by society, sometimes because of their sins. It is in this gospel you will see the Good Samaritan (10:33), the man who would not even lift his head toward God (18:13), the prodigal son (15:11), Zacchaeus (19:2), and the thief who died on the cross next to Jesus (23:43). Additionally, among the four gospel writers, Luke gives the most attention to the women in Jesus’ life who supported Him during His ministry and who received healing and mercy from Him. For more context about the gospel of Luke, such as the author, audience, historical information, date, and more, download the Courage For Life app.

John seeks to reassure Christians that what they believe is true— indeed, that truth is found in the person of Jesus. John uses several different examples to help you understand God’s nature and His great love for you. For more context about the gospel of John, such as the author, audience, historical information, date, and more, download the Courage For Life app.