From the context of Matthew’s calling as one of the Twelve Disciples (Matthew 9:9), it is not surprising that most scholars identify him as Levi from Mark 2:14 and Luke 5:27. The setting, occupation, ...

The table below shows the context and aims of the Gospel writers. Matthew The Apostle Matthew (Levi) is linked to this Gospel. He had in mind people who were Jewish converts to Christianity.

By Dean Kelly The Apostle Paul often speaks powerfully about the church that Jesus built. In Ephesians 3:8-13 he says this: ...