Mat 4:14 | MHM | STEP | v. 14-16 : Matthew quotes Isaiah’s prophecy to show that Jesus’ ministry in Galilee fulfilled scripture (Isaiah 9:1-2 ). The land of Zebulun and Naphtali, near the sea, was once in darkness but now saw a great light. This light is the gospel Jesus brought. Before Jesus, the people were in darkness, like being near death and without hope. The gospel is a great light that reveals God’s truth and leads people to salvation. Jesus’ coming was like the dawn breaking after a long night, bringing hope and life.

‏ Matthew 4:14

v. 14-16: Matthew quotes Isaiah’s prophecy to show that Jesus’ ministry in Galilee fulfilled scripture (Isaiah 9:1-2 ^a). The land of Zebulun and Naphtali, near the sea, was once in darkness but now saw a great light. This light is the gospel Jesus brought. Before Jesus, the people were in darkness, like being near death and without hope. The gospel is a great light that reveals God’s truth and leads people to salvation. Jesus’ coming was like the dawn breaking after a long night, bringing hope and life.