Which gospel most frequently uses the term 'Kingdom of Heaven'?

• A. Mark
• B. Luke
• C. Matthew
• D. John

Answer: (C)

The main idea tested is how Gospel writers handle the language for God’s rule, specifically which one uses the phrase “Kingdom of Heaven” most often. Matthew consistently uses “Kingdom of Heaven” as the expression for God’s reign, a Jewish-friendly way of speaking about the divine rule that avoids saying God’s name directly. You see this phrasing recur throughout Matthew’s narratives and teaching sections—the proclamations, parables, and Instructions about entering and living under God’s rule emphasize this kingdom language.

This emphasis in Matthew helps explain why that gospel is the best choice here. In contrast, the other Gospels more often use the phrasing “Kingdom of God,” and John tends to focus more on Jesus’ identity and relationship to the Father rather than the kingdom framework, so it doesn’t center the term as frequently. Therefore, Matthew is the gospel that uses the term most frequently.