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Matthew's Gospel
- Matthew, a Jew, wrote his Gospel to Jews about Jesus.
- His Gospel emphasizes Jesus's ministry to the marginalized, including "outsiders" like tax collectors and Gentiles.
Beatitudes and Discipleship
- Jesus's Beatitudes highlight God's favor on the unexpected.
- The shift from "those" to "you" in the final Beatitude implies disciples will also face persecution.
Salt and Light
- Jesus teaches that his followers are "salt and light," revealing God's kingdom through good deeds.
- This allows people to witness God's work and glorify Him.