Matthew 28
Lutheran reading notes
In Matthew chapter 28, the message of the gospel develops the theme of the life and teachings of Jesus as the promised Messiah. Lutheran interpretation frequently emphasizes the proclamation of Christ, the distinction between law and gospel, and the promise of justification through faith.
1
In the end of the sabbath, as it began to dawn toward the first {day} of the week, came Mary Magdalene and the other Mary to see the sepulchre.
Matthew 28:1 highlights life and teaching of jesus with emphasis on law, gospel, grace, and faith.
2
And, behold, there was a great earthquake: for the angel of the Lord descended from heaven, and came and rolled back the stone from the door, and sat upon it. {was: or, had been}
Matthew 28:2 highlights life and teaching of jesus with emphasis on law, gospel, grace, and faith.
3
His countenance was like lightning, and his raiment white as snow:
Matthew 28:3 highlights life and teaching of jesus with emphasis on law, gospel, grace, and faith.
4
And for fear of him the keepers did shake, and became as dead {men}.
Matthew 28:4 highlights life and teaching of jesus with emphasis on law, gospel, grace, and faith.
5
And the angel answered and said unto the women, Fear not ye: for I know that ye seek Jesus, which was crucified.
Matthew 28:5 highlights life and teaching of jesus with emphasis on law, gospel, grace, and faith.
6
He is not here: for he is risen, as he said. Come, see the place where the Lord lay.
Matthew 28:6 highlights life and teaching of jesus with emphasis on law, gospel, grace, and faith.
7
And go quickly, and tell his disciples that he is risen from the dead; and, behold, he goeth before you into Galilee; there shall ye see him: lo, I have told you.
Matthew 28:7 highlights life and teaching of jesus with emphasis on law, gospel, grace, and faith.
8
And they departed quickly from the sepulchre with fear and great joy; and did run to bring his disciples word.
Matthew 28:8 highlights life and teaching of jesus with emphasis on law, gospel, grace, and faith.
9
And as they went to tell his disciples, behold, Jesus met them, saying, All hail. And they came and held him by the feet, and worshipped him.
Matthew 28:9 highlights life and teaching of jesus with emphasis on law, gospel, grace, and faith.
10
Then said Jesus unto them, Be not afraid: go tell my brethren that they go into Galilee, and there shall they see me.
Matthew 28:10 highlights life and teaching of jesus with emphasis on law, gospel, grace, and faith.
11
Now when they were going, behold, some of the watch came into the city, and shewed unto the chief priests all the things that were done.
Matthew 28:11 highlights life and teaching of jesus with emphasis on law, gospel, grace, and faith.
12
And when they were assembled with the elders, and had taken counsel, they gave large money unto the soldiers,
Matthew 28:12 highlights life and teaching of jesus with emphasis on law, gospel, grace, and faith.
13
Saying, Say ye, His disciples came by night, and stole him {away} while we slept.
14
And if this come to the governor's ears, we will persuade him, and secure you.
Matthew 28:14 highlights life and teaching of jesus with emphasis on law, gospel, grace, and faith.
15
So they took the money, and did as they were taught: and this saying is commonly reported among the Jews until this day.
Matthew 28:15 highlights life and teaching of jesus with emphasis on law, gospel, grace, and faith.
16
Then the eleven disciples went away into Galilee, into a mountain where Jesus had appointed them.
Matthew 28:16 highlights life and teaching of jesus with emphasis on law, gospel, grace, and faith.
17
And when they saw him, they worshipped him: but some doubted.
Matthew 28:17 highlights life and teaching of jesus with emphasis on law, gospel, grace, and faith.
18
And Jesus came and spake unto them, saying, All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth.
Matthew 28:18 highlights life and teaching of jesus with emphasis on law, gospel, grace, and faith.
19
Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: {teach...: or, make disciples, or, Christians of all nations}
Matthew 28:19 highlights life and teaching of jesus with emphasis on law, gospel, grace, and faith.
20
Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you alway, {even} unto the end of the world. Amen.
Matthew 28:20 highlights life and teaching of jesus with emphasis on law, gospel, grace, and faith.