Harmony of the Gospels [Wisdom of the Existence of Four Gospels]

In this Bible study, Fr. Matthias Shehad explores the harmony and wisdom behind the existence of the four Gospels. He begins by explaining the meaning of "gospel" as the good news of salvation through Jesus Christ and discusses why there are four distinct accounts rather than a single narrative. Fr. Matthias examines the historical context and audience of each Gospel—Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John—and highlights their unique perspectives and emphases, such as prophecy fulfillment, Christ’s power, sacrifice, and divinity. He also addresses the relationship between oral and written traditions in the early Church, the role of the four evangelists, and how their writings complement each other. Details about the lives and missions of the Gospel authors are shared, along with theological insights into the nature of Christ presented differently in each Gospel. Fr. Matthias concludes with an overview of the Church’s interpretation of apostolic authority and its conciliar structure