Matthew

The book of Matthew begins with the genealogy of Jesus Christ, tracing his lineage from Abraham to Joseph, and then tells the story of Jesus' birth, including the visit of the Magi and the flight to Egypt. Jesus is baptized by John the Baptist and then tempted in the wilderness before beginning his ministry in Galilee. He preaches about the kingdom of heaven, calling people to repentance and gathering disciples, including Peter, Andrew, James, and John. Jesus performs many miracles, including healing the sick, casting out demons, and feeding large crowds, and teaches about the importance of faith, forgiveness, and humility. He also confronts the Pharisees and other leaders, criticizing their hypocrisy and predicting their downfall. Jesus predicts his own death and resurrection, and after being betrayed by Judas, he is arrested, tried, and crucified. However, on the third day, he rises from the dead, appearing to his disciples and giving them authority to teach and baptize all nations.