A. MATTHEW (LEVI)... 1. The apostolic origin and canonical rank of the gospel of Matthew were accepted without a doubt by the early church (ISBE) 2. Matthew, surnamed Levi, had been a tax-collector... a. He …
A. MATTHEW (LEVI)... 1. The apostolic origin and canonical rank of the gospel of Matthew were accepted without a doubt by the early church (ISBE) 2. Matthew, surnamed Levi, had been a tax-collector... a. He became one of Jesus’ earliest disciples - Mt 9:9; Mk 2:14 b. He was chosen to be one of the twelve apostles - Mt 10:2-3 3.