Bible Glide

Bible book guide

Book of Matthew

Matthew presents the life and teaching of Jesus in a clear, structured way. It begins with his family line and birth, then follows his ministry, kingdom teaching, miracles, death, and resurrection. If you want a Gospel that shows who Jesus is and what he calls his followers to do, Matthew is a strong place to start.

Chapters in Matthew

Matthew has 28 chapters. Start at chapter one or jump to the chapter you want to read.

  1. Chapter 1Matthew 125 verses with a quick summary and full chapter text
  2. Chapter 2Matthew 223 verses with a quick summary and full chapter text
  3. Chapter 3Matthew 317 verses with a quick summary and full chapter text
  4. Chapter 4Matthew 425 verses with a quick summary and full chapter text
  5. Chapter 5Matthew 548 verses with a quick summary and full chapter text
  6. Chapter 6Matthew 634 verses with a quick summary and full chapter text
  7. Chapter 7Matthew 729 verses with a quick summary and full chapter text
  8. Chapter 8Matthew 834 verses with a quick summary and full chapter text
  9. Chapter 9Matthew 938 verses with a quick summary and full chapter text
  10. Chapter 10Matthew 1042 verses with a quick summary and full chapter text
  11. Chapter 11Matthew 1130 verses with a quick summary and full chapter text
  12. Chapter 12Matthew 1250 verses with a quick summary and full chapter text
  13. Chapter 13Matthew 1358 verses with a quick summary and full chapter text
  14. Chapter 14Matthew 1436 verses with a quick summary and full chapter text
  15. Chapter 15Matthew 1539 verses with a quick summary and full chapter text
  16. Chapter 16Matthew 1628 verses with a quick summary and full chapter text
  17. Chapter 17Matthew 1727 verses with a quick summary and full chapter text
  18. Chapter 18Matthew 1835 verses with a quick summary and full chapter text
  19. Chapter 19Matthew 1930 verses with a quick summary and full chapter text
  20. Chapter 20Matthew 2034 verses with a quick summary and full chapter text
  21. Chapter 21Matthew 2146 verses with a quick summary and full chapter text
  22. Chapter 22Matthew 2246 verses with a quick summary and full chapter text
  23. Chapter 23Matthew 2339 verses with a quick summary and full chapter text
  24. Chapter 24Matthew 2451 verses with a quick summary and full chapter text
  25. Chapter 25Matthew 2546 verses with a quick summary and full chapter text
  26. Chapter 26Matthew 2675 verses with a quick summary and full chapter text
  27. Chapter 27Matthew 2766 verses with a quick summary and full chapter text
  28. Chapter 28Matthew 2820 verses with a quick summary and full chapter text

What is Matthew about?

Matthew is built around key moments in Jesus' life and teaching. The opening chapters trace his birth, baptism, and testing in the wilderness. Large sections then gather his kingdom teaching, including the Sermon on the Mount, parables, warnings, and instructions for disciples. The book moves steadily toward Jerusalem, where opposition grows and Jesus is arrested, tried, crucified, and raised from the dead. Matthew keeps asking readers to see Jesus as the promised King and to respond with faith, obedience, and readiness for his kingdom.

Themes to watch

  • Jesus the KingMatthew presents Jesus as the promised Messiah who has authority over sin, sickness, nature, and death.
  • Kingdom teachingThe book gathers Jesus' lessons on righteousness, prayer, mercy, humility, and faithful discipleship.
  • Response and readinessMatthew presses readers to choose how they will respond to Jesus and to live watchfully for his return.

Good questions

  • Who is Jesus, and what kind of king does Matthew show him to be?
  • What does faithful life in God's kingdom look like in daily practice?
  • How should I respond to Jesus' warnings, promises, death, and resurrection?