The Gospel according to Matthew NT 2700

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1 The Gospel according to Matthew NT 2700 Fall Semester, Matthew R. Akers, Ph.D. Office Phone at MABTS: Mid-America Baptist Theological Seminary I. COURSE DESCRIPTION The purpose of this course is to promote a thorough grasp of the Gospel According to Matthew. This course will give attention to historical background, authorship, the date of composition, and a verse-by-verse exposition of the biblical text. II. TEXTBOOKS The Holy Bible. Each student is required to read the Gospel According to Matthew in order to receive course credit. The New American Standard Bible, Updated Edition will be used by the professor in lectures. Reading should be current with material covered in course lectures. Blomberg, Craig L. Matthew. Vol. 22 in The New American Commentary. Edited by David S. Dockery. Nashville: Broadman, Reading should be current with material covered in course lectures. LOGOS Scholar's Library ( This digital collection of texts and tools for Bible study is required for all New Testament classes at MABTS. Contact Dave Jones [dave@logos.com; (800) ext. 2347] for information on special discounts available to Mid-America students. III. OBJECTIVES 1. The student will become aware of introductory issues which are pertinent to the study of the Gospel According to Matthew. 2. The student will be able to articulate the key themes which are found in the Gospel according to Matthew. 3. The student will be able to apply the teachings of Matthew to his/her personal life as well as to communicate them to others.

2 2 IV. COURSE REQUIREMENTS Late Work: All work is due at the beginning of class on the day stated, whether you are present or not. The penalty for late work is 3 points per calendar day. No late work will be accepted after three school days. Syllabus The student must: 1) read the syllabus in its entirety; and 2) sign the last page of this document to confirm that reading has been completed. This affirmation must be submitted to the professor Tuesday, August 26 in order to avoid a loss of 2% from the final grade. Daily Work Regular assignments include, but are not necessarily limited to: 1) Bible Reading. Each student must read Matthew in the Bible version of his/her choice. This reading must be concurrent with the professor's lectures. On the final, each student will be required to affirm that this assignment has been completed in its entirety. 2) Textbook Reading. This reading must be concurrent with the professor's lectures. On the final, each student will be required to affirm that this assignment has been completed in its entirety. Daily Participation Every student is expected to participate regularly during class time. A percentage of the daily grade (see grading below) will be determined by one s daily participation. Quizzes Quizzes will be given throughout the course of the term. Usually quizzes will be announced ahead of time, but pop quizzes may be given. Examinations There will be a total three examinations during the course of the semester. Students must begin taking each test as soon as class begins.

3 3 Paper (10 pages) This paper will be typed and written according to Kate Turabian, A Manual for Writers of Term Papers, Theses, and Dissertations, 8 th edition (Chicago: University of Chicago Press, 2013). The composition should include at least ten citations of books, articles, or essays, and include at least two journal references. Nine pages will be at best 90%. Possible topics: An exegesis of a passage in Matthew A key theological doctrine addressed in Matthew The authorship or date of Matthew The Sermon on the Mount The New Covenant as presented in Matthew The usage and/or purpose of OT quotations in Matthew A topic may be proposed, but the instructor must approve it. V. GRADING 1. Exam 1: 20% 5. Paper: 15% 2. Exam 2: 20% 6. Reading: 5% 3. Exam 3: 20% 7. Participation: 5% 4. Quizzes: 15% Grade point averages are determined on a 12-point grading system. The grade point value of each letter grade is: A quality points per semester hour A quality points per semester hour B quality points per semester hour B quality points per semester hour B quality points per semester hour C quality points per semester hour C quality points per semester hour C quality points per semester hour D quality points per semester hour D quality points per semester hour D quality points per semester hour F 69 and below 0.0 quality points per semester hour

4 4 VI. CLASS POLICIES A. Please be familiar with the MABTS attendance policies printed in the Catalog. ABSENCES ARE NOT MANDATORY!!! Students have a maximum of nine absences during the semester. Three tardy marks are equal to one absence. B. Exams missed due to an un-excused absence cannot be made up. It is your responsibility to make arrangements with the professor to make up exams missed because of an excused absence. C. The student must earn the full percentage of points for each grade. A score or average of 94.7 points is 94%, therefore, a B. D. All assignments must be completed if you are to pass the course. E. Make sure that you put your name on your work. This rule applies to all work done in this course. VII. CLASS CONDUCT 1. All talking should stop when the bell rings. Students should be attentive to the prayer requests of other class members. 2. No one is to leave the classroom until the class ends unless it is an emergency. 3. Computers, cell phones, and other electronic devices may be used for taking notes or other class related activities. Surfing the internet, texting, twittering, etc. are not permitted. Students who abuse this policy will not be allowed to bring such devices to class. 4. Class is not dismissed until the professor dismisses the class (even after the bell rings). 5. Students should exhibit a Christ-like attitude and demeanor at all times. After a warning, points will be deducted from the student s grade for violation of any of the above rules. VIII. MEETINGS WITH THE PROFESSOR Usually the professor is available to meet with students immediately after class. For appointments at other times, please see the professor or his assistant in the Doctor of Ministry office.

5 5 CLASS SCHEDULE Week 1 August 21 Week 2 August 26 August 27 August 28 Week 3 September 2 September 3 September 4 Week 4 September 9 September 10 September 11 Week 5 September 16 September 17 September 18 Week 6 September 23 September 24 September 25 Week 7 September 30 October 1 October 2 Week 8 October 7 October 8 Week 9 October 14 October 15 October 16 Course Introduction Introduction to Matthew Introduction to Matthew Matthew 1-4 Matthew 1-4 Matthew 1-4 Matthew 1-4 Matthew 1-4 Matthew 5-7 Matthew 5-7 Matthew 5-7 Matthew 5-7 Matthew 5-7 Matthew 8-10 Exam #1 Matthew 8-10 Matthew 8-10 Matthew 8-10 Matthew Matthew Matthew Matthew Fall Break: October 9-13 Matthew Matthew Matthew 14-16

6 6 Week 10 October 21 October 22 October 23 Week11 October 28 October 29 October 30 Week 12 November 4 November 5 November 6 Week 12 November 11 November 12 November 13 Week 13 November 18 November 19 November 20 Week 14 December 2 December 3 December 4 Week 15 December 9 December 10 December 11 Matthew Matthew Matthew Exam #2 Matthew Matthew Matthew Matthew Matthew Matthew Matthew Matthew Matthew Matthew Matthew Thanksgiving Break: November 21-December 1 Matthew Matthew Matthew 26-28; Paper Due Matthew Matthew Matthew Review Fall Semester Examinations: December The professor reserves the right to adjust this syllabus and /or schedule as he sees fit.

7 7 SELECTED BIBLIOGRAPHY Allison, Dale C., Jr. Studies in Matthew: Interpretation Past and Present. Grand Rapids: Baker, Argyle, A. W. The Gospel According to Matthew. In The Cambridge Bible Commentary on the New English Bible. Edited by P. R. Ackroyd, A. R. C. Leaney, and J. W. Packer. Cambridge: Cambridge University, Blomberg, Craig L. Matthew. Vol. 22 in The New American Commentary. Edited by David S. Dockery. Nashville: Broadman, Buchanan, George Wesley. The Gospel of Matthew. Vol. in The Mellen Biblical Commentary. Edited by Watson E. Mills and George Wesley Buchanan. Lewiston: Mellen Biblical Press, Carson, D. A. Matthew. In Vol. 8 of The Expositor s Bible Commentary. Edited by Frank E. Gaebelein. Grand Rapids: Zondervan, Crisswell, W. A. Expository Notes on the Gospel of Matthew. Grand Rapids: Zondervan, Davies, Margaret. Matthew. In Readings: A New Biblical Commentary. Sheffield: JSOT Press, de Dietrich, Suzanne. The Gospel According to Matthew. Vol. 16 in The Layman s Bible Commentary. Translated by Donald G. Miller. Edited by Balmer H. Kelley, Donald G. Miller, Arnold B. Rhodes, and Dwight M. Chalmers. Atlanta: John Knox, Donaldson, Terence L. Jesus on the Mountain: A Study in Matthean Theology. Vol. 8 in the Journal for the Study of the New Testament Supplement Series. Sheffield: JSOT Press, Edwards, Richard A. Matthew s Story of Jesus. Philadlphia: Fortress, Gale, Aaron M. Redefining Ancient Borders: The Jewish Scribal Framework of Matthew s Gospel. New York: T. & T. Clark, Gardner, Richard B. Matthew. In the Believers Church Bible Commentary. Edited by Richard E. Allison, Estella B. Horning, Robert B. Ives, Walter Klaassen, Gordon H. Matties, and Paul M. Zehr. Scottdale, PA: Herald Press, 1991.

8 8 Hagner, Donald A. Matthew Vol. 33A in Word Biblical Commentary. Edited by David A. Hubbard, Glenn W. Barker, John D. W. Watts, and Ralph P. Martin. Dallas: Word Books, Hill, David. The Gospel of Matthew. In the New Century Bible. Edited by Ronald E. Clements and Matthew Black. Greenwood, S.C., Attic Press, Howell, David B. Matthew s Inclusive Story: A Study of the Narrative Rhetoric of the First Gospel. Vol. 42 in the Journal for the Study of the New Testament Supplement Series. Edited by David Hill and David E. Orton. Sheffield: JSOT Press, Kingsbury, Jack Dean. Matthew. In Proclamation Commentaries. Edited by Gerhard Krodel. Philadelphia: Fortress, Matthew: Structure, Christology, Kingdom. Philadelphia: Fortress, Long, Thomas G. Matthew. In the Westminster Bible Companion. Edited by Patrick D. Miller and David L. Bartlett. Louisville: Westminster John Knox Press, Luz, Ulrich. Matthew in History: Interpretation, Influence, and Effects. Minneapolis: Fortress, MacArthur, John F., Jr. Matthew 1-7. In The MacArthur New Testament Commentary. Chicago: Moody, Matthew In The MacArthur New Testament Commentary. Chicago: Moody, Matthew In The MacArthur New Testament Commentary. Chicago: Moody, Matthew In The MacArthur New Testament Commentary. Chicago: Moody, McNeile, Alan Hugh. The Gospel According to Matthew. New York: St. Martin s Press, Mohrlang, Roger. Matthew and Paul: A Comparison of Ethical Perspectives. Vol. 48 in the Society for New Testament Studies Monograph Series. Edited by R. McL. Wilson and M. E. Thrall. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, Nau, Arlo J. Peter in Matthew: Discipleship, Diplomacy, and Dispraise. With a Foreword by Martin E. Marty. Vol. 36 in Good News Studies. Edited by Robert J. Karris. Collegeville, MN: Liturgical Press, 1992.

9 9 Newman, Barclay M., and Philip C. Stine. A Translator s Handbook on the Gospel of Matthew. In the Helps for Translators Series. London: United Bible Societies, Olmstead, Wesley G. Matthew s Trilogy of Parables: The Nation, the Nations and the Reader in Matthew 21:28-22:14. Vol. 127 in the Society for New Testament Studies Monograph Series. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, Pregeant, Russell. Matthew. In Chalice Commentaries for Today. St. Louis: Chalice, Riley, Harold. The First Gospel. Macon, GA: Mercer University Press, Rogers, Cleon L., Jr., and Cleon L. Rogers III. The New Linguistic and Exegetical Key to the Greek New Testament. Grand Rapids: Zondervan, Senior, Donald. The Gospel of Matthew. In Interpreting Biblical Texts. Edited by Charles B. Cousar. Nashville: Abingdon Press, What are They Saying About Matthew? Rev. ed. New York: Paulist Press, Smith, Robert H. Matthew. In the Augsburg Commentary on the New Testament. Minneapolis: Augsburg Publishing House, Walvoord, John F., and Roy B. Zuck, eds. The Bible Knowledge Commentary: The New Testament. USA: Victor Books, Ward, A. Marcus. The Gospel According to St. Matthew. In the Epworth Preacher s Commentaries. Edited by Norman H. Snaith, S. Clive Thexton, C. Leslie Mitton, Kenneth Grayston, and Greville P. Lewis. London: Epworth, Westerholm, Stephen. Understanding Matthew: The Early Christian Worldview of the First Gospel. Grand Rapids: Baker, 2006.

10 10 I certify that I have read the syllabus for The Gospel according to Matthew (NT 2700) in its entirety. This affirmation is due on Tuesday, August 26, at the beginning of class. Failure to turn in the document at the scheduled time will result in the loss of 2% from the final grade. This note of certification will be kept on file. Name: (Please Print) Signature: Date: