The book of Matthew is one of the four most intriguing gospels. This book captures the reader's attention by showing how and why Jesus was transformed into himself and became flesh. This book recounts the birth of Jesus, the miracles he performed and his resurrection. This article is about igniting people's faith. And when applied to life, it produces powerful, life-changing results. There is no doubt that the article about Matthew is a snapshot when looking at the bigger picture. But when studied correctly, it lays a solid foundation for faith. John P. Meier is the author of this interpretive article on Matthew. He was a biblical scholar and a Catholic priest. Meier taught primarily the New Testament, but was well experienced in the Old Testament. Meier's main goal is to paint a picture of who Jesus Christ was and what his true intentions were. The works of Jesus were not just deeds, but they were living examples of what modern times would consider a learning experience, or conversely a teachable moment. This is the portrait that John Meier was trying to paint with this article. For example, faith and deliverance are available to anyone who is willing to believe. It doesn't take much. Jesus made it easy for everyone. If one had the little mustard seed faith, it would move mountains (Matthew 17;20) than the individual was willing to believe. Meier illustrates how powerful faith is when he explains how a non-believer applies faith to her situation and it works for her. An enigmatic exchange takes place between the two about dog crumbs and children's food masters. Because this woman understood who Jesus was, nothing would stop her from getting the deliverance she needed. Jesus was moved with amazement middle of paper...... facing the unknown and adapting these characteristics to their own lifestyle. Overall, the commentary focused on how and why traditions were formed, and why Jesus came and redefined them. People had their own cultural system in place, but it was not functioning effectively. Jesus came and reshaped their belief system, their way of thinking, and their way of life. His goal was to improve the quality of life by letting people know that greatness was available to them in the form of abundance through the simple act of believing.BibliographyBalentine, Samuel, Interpretation of A Journal of Bible and Theology: Union Presbyterian Seminary, 2011Moffatt, James, Interpreter's Bible New Testament Articles Mark, Matthew: Harper & Brothers, 1935Moffatt, James, Interpreter's Dictionary AD Bible: Harper & Brothers 1935