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Christ-centered Bible truths unfold as you read this complete series of commentaries designed for spiritual growth and reading enjoyment. These trustworthy commentaries help you comprehend what you’ve read in Scripture as well as apply it to your life. These commentaries offer: Easy-to-read commentary that follows the text (in NIV) so you learn as you read, Scripture and commentary on the same page, Bible text highlighted in bold, explanation of complicated passages, important facts are identified to expand understanding of Bible times and help apply passages to life today, and maps and charts. This series is an excellent companion text for Bible study leaders and for individual use.

When Matthew left his tax collector’s booth in Galilee to follow Jesus, he became an eyewitness to the Savior’s ministry. His record gives the teachings of Jesus and assures believers that Jesus is the Messiah foretold by so many Old Testament prophecies. For these reasons, his gospel has become the first book of the New Testament.