Prophets, Priests, and Promises

Prophets, Priests, and Promises
Author: Gary N. Knoppers
Publisher: BRILL
Total Pages: 471
Release: 2021-05-03
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 9004444890

This volume presents collected essays of Gary N. Knoppers (1956–2018) on the historical books of the Hebrew Bible, among them seven thoroughly revised and eight newly published ones. An introduction by H.G.M. Williamson acknowledges their significance for Knoppers’ oeuvre.

Prophetic Preaching

Prophetic Preaching
Author: Leonora Tubbs Tisdale
Publisher: Westminster John Knox Press
Total Pages: 154
Release: 2010-08-09
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1611640970

Where have all the prophets gone? And why do preachers seem to shy away from prophetic witness? Astute preacher Leonora Tisdale considers these vexing questions while providing guidance and encouragement to pastors who want to recommit themselves to the task of prophetic witness. With a keen sensitivity to pastoral contexts, Tisdale's work is full of helpful suggestions and examples to help pastors structure and preach prophetic sermons, considered by many to be one of the most difficult tasks pastors are called to undertake.

Prophet, Priest, and King

Prophet, Priest, and King
Author: Richard P. Belcher
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2016
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 9781596385023

Richard Belcher explores the Old Testament to define the basic functions of prophets, priests, and kings through an analysis of key texts. He then explains how these offices are fulfilled in Christ, understood in the context of his humiliation and exultation. A nuanced view of Christ's work through these offices points us to how the church, its leaders, and individual believers also fulfill these roles. Includes study questions.

King, Priest, and Prophet

King, Priest, and Prophet
Author: Robert J. Sherman
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Total Pages: 304
Release: 2004-03-02
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0567023389

The doctrines of the atonement and the Trinity are central not only to the Christian faith but also to Christian systematic theology. Over the last decade or so, one or another theological interpretation of either of these doctrines has assumed pride of place among theologians. Before Robert Sherman, though, no theologian has ever dared to read the atonement in light of the Trinity. Most of the time atonement theories simply focus on the redeeming work of Jesus Christ, without any reference to Christ's relationship to the Father and the Spirit of the Trinity. But, as Sherman argues, Christ's atoning work is diverse and cannot be limited to one who ransoms our sins or to one who has victory over our sins (although in Sherman's view Christ's atoning work includes these tasks and more). He offers here a constructive theological proposal that connects Trinity with the rubrics of prophet, priest, and king to help explain Christ's atoning work. One can understand adequately neither Christ's multifaceted reconciliation of a complex humanity to God nor that reconciliations fundamental unity as God's gracious act apart form the Trinity. Without this framework, one will likely stress one person of the Trinity, one aspect of God's reconciling work, and/or one understanding of the human predicament to the exclusion of others and the detriment of theology, both systematic and pastoral. Sherman's constructive theological proposal suggests that we should recognize a certain correspondence and mutual support between the three persons of the Trinity, the three offices of Christ (king, prophet, priest), and the three commonly recognized models of his atoning work (Christus victor, vicarious sacrifice, moral exemplar). Sherman's book offers a well-nuanced and well-grounded constructive theology of Trinitarian atonement and is a significant addition to the Theology for the Twenty-First Century Series. Robert J. Sherman is Professor of Christian Theology at Bangor Theological Seminary in Maine. His work has appeared in such publications as the Scottish Journal of Theology, the International Journal of Systematic Theology, and The Journal of Religion.

The God who Goes Before You

The God who Goes Before You
Author: Timothy Paul Jones
Publisher: B&H Academic
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2018
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 9781433671135

The God Who Goes before You provides a foundation for the study of leadership that looks at the topic with both feet firmly planted in the whole counsel of Scripture.

The Book of Revelation

The Book of Revelation
Author: G. K. Beale
Publisher: Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing
Total Pages: 1318
Release: 1999
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 9780802821744

This monumental new study of the book of Revelation, part of The New International Greek Testament Commentary, will be especially helpful to scholars, pastors, students, and others who wish to interpret the Apocalypse for the benefit of the church.

Leadership Roles of the Old Testament

Leadership Roles of the Old Testament
Author: Marty E. Stevens
Publisher: Wipf and Stock Publishers
Total Pages: 108
Release: 2012-05-18
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1621893073

The Old Testament is an ancient collection of theological reflections of life with God that the church has claimed as authoritative Scripture. Whereas most introductory books march from Genesis to Malachi, this book engages four important leadership roles across the breadth of the Old Testament canon: king, prophet, priest, and sage. Despite the obvious differences between the societies of ancient Israel and modern America, lessons can be learned from our ancestors in the faith. This engaging volume is intended for people who want to know more about the Old Testament, whether in personal study, church groups, college classrooms, or seminary courses. The book may be used profitably in concert with Theological Themes of the Old Testament: Creation, Covenant, Cultus, and Character (Cascade Books, 2010).

Discovering Jesus in the Old Testament

Discovering Jesus in the Old Testament
Author: Pam Farrel
Publisher: Harvest House Publishers
Total Pages: 226
Release: 2019-10-01
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0736975209

Experience the Old Testament as Never Before Take a journey to discover all God has planned since before the foundation of the earth. You’ll never grow tired of studying Scripture with this innovative and immersive Bible study experience. Through compelling instruction and motivational devotions, it reveals God’s redemptive plan from the beginning of creation. Explore… timeline icons to help you track God’s plan through the Old Testament key questions at the beginning of each section to guide your focus opportunities for creative expression, including full-page graphics and bookmarks to color sidebars that offer fascinating historical insights practical application questions to guide and deepen your walk with Christ online opportunities for connection and interactive community As you discover new ways to engage with God’s Word through this in-depth approach to studying Scripture, you will gain wisdom and understanding about his incredible, unchanging love for you. Designed to be used for group study or for individual reflection. To find out more about the complete series, explore many creative resources, and connect with the authors and other readers, visit DiscoveringTheBibleSeries.com.

Prophets, Priests, and Kings: A New Way to Consider Spiritual Gifts

Prophets, Priests, and Kings: A New Way to Consider Spiritual Gifts
Author: Gabe Sylvia
Publisher: Wipf and Stock Publishers
Total Pages: 95
Release: 2024-01-05
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 166677118X

Toward the end of his life, the Lord Jesus told the disciples the church would do the work that he had done and greater works in these last days. Building on the finished work of Christ, by the power and gifting of the indwelling Holy Spirit, believers do these works as prophets, priests, and kings in what the church has called the "gifts of the Holy Spirit." Through study of the Old Testament saints who filled these offices, Christ (to whom they point), and important New Testament texts, Sylvia builds the paradigm for local church leaders to use to identify and deploy their church members in spiritually-gifted ministry. This paradigm is anchored in the Scriptures and can be used in congregations across the theological spectrum. This book lays out a path for taking seriously the Lord's assertion that in these last days, by the power of the Spirit and for the glory of God, the church will do great things.