Critique In our second article critique we have to critique an article about “The Resurrection of Christ: Theological Implications” written by Daniel B. Wallace. Before getting to the content in this article we must first talk some about the author. Daniel B. Wallace has taught Greek and New Testament courses on a graduate school level since 1979. He has a Ph.D. from Dallas Theological Seminary, and is currently professor of New Testament Studies at his alma mater. His Greek Grammar Beyond the Basics: An Exegetical Syntax of the New Testament (Zondervan, 1996) has become a standard textbook in colleges and seminaries. He is the senior New Testament editor of the NET Bible. Dr. Wallace is also the Executive Director for the Center for the Study of New Testament Manuscripts. In this article by Dr. Wallace he says that a number of Christians feel that their gospel presentations should include simply the fact of Christ’s death, but not his resurrection. some go so far as to have a crucifix in their homes or around their necks with a corpse hanging on it. Certainly such a picture elicits remorse and pity. But does it offer hope? Does it suggest that sins are forgiven, or just that they are the cause of such a vile punishment, of the innocent dying in the place of the wicked? He started his brief study by taking a quick look at the resurrection in the Old Testament, followed by the resurrection of Christ in early Christian preaching. Dr.
including the virgin birth and the bodily resurrection of Christ” ( Moran 191 ). This made
Prior to the twentieth century, theologians limited their discussion of Christ to the views set forth in their respective denominational or confessional traditions.” But, doubt that Christ in tradition was different from the actual Christ created a shift from metaphysical to historical Christology. This sparked the search for the historical Jesus in which two approaches, “Christology from Above” and “Christology from Below arose.
Harris, R. L. (1999). 68 אָחַר. (R. L. Harris, G. L. Archer Jr., & B. K. Waltke, Eds.)Theological Wordbook of the Old Testament. Chicago: Moody Press.
This pamphlet provides an inaccurate depiction of Christianity when compared to the New Testament because, by omitting the Resurrection of Jesus Christ, it characterizes Christianity as the tool to prevent eternal hell rather than exemplify God’s love for humans. This mischaracterization evident through the consequences of Jesus’ Resurrection had on society’s human nature to sin. According to Paul, Jesus’s resurrection shows that, as human sin was crucified with Jesus through the connection of Baptism, humans are now able to follow a path of righteousness because He overcame death (Romans 6:10-13). The resurrection is important to highlight, because it is the reason why humans are able to seek salvation in the first place. Without recognizing
Blomberg, Craig L., Jennifer Foutz Markley. A Handbook of New Testament Exegesis. Grand Rapids, MI: Baker Academic, 2010.
This paper is a seven-page study of response, reflection, beliefs and questions on different theological topics. The body of the journal looks at consensus, or alternative views depending on where the interest was found in the chapter. I give the author credit for the work of taking 2000 years of history and funnel it to areas easier to understand. As a result of further research and reflection, I have grown another step to becoming better organized and apply thoughts and ideas. This book was written in 2002, so much of humanity has changed since then.
A Survey of the New Testament by Robert H. Gundry and Dr. Edward W. Watson’s lectures and his lecture book provide more information to complement Daniel Harrington’s Interpreting the New Testament. The Gundry’s writings and Dr. Watson’s lectures fill in more details for the core information of the Harington’s book and even simplifies it. Some of these examples are Source Criticism, Form Criticism, and Redaction Criticism.
When examining the healing episodes during Catholic study, it is important to understand what these narratives are attempting to tell the reader. In each case, the instances of healing that are seen in the New Testament work to show the reader who
There are four main arguments used to deny the historical reality of the Resurrection. In this essay, I will explain why they are not supported by the facts of the matter
The paper is centered on the discussion of the New Testament Letter Structures, specifically the Epistles. Style, format, and authorship will be some of the main points of discussion. How is the reader to use this information to determine, not just who the author is, but to whom is the author speaking too? The letter or epistle, what unique style shows that the author is original or a pseudo author writing in the same style as the original author. Any similarities of the writing style and content and or context will also identify the author.
The New Interpreter's Bible Volume VII. Nashville, Tennessee: Abingdon Press, 1995. Culpepper, R. Alan, and Gail R. O'Day. The New Interpreter's Bible Volume IX. Nashville, Tennessee: Abingdon Press, 1995.
The religion Christianity is grounded through the wisdom and miracles of Jesus Christ. Many may call him Jesus or Christ but in actuality Jesus is Christ which means anointed one. Jesus Christ was no average person, he is the God the Father who came to this world and fulfilled the Old Testament laws and prophecies, died on the cross, and rose from the dead physically. As savior that came on earth to restore his people he performed many miracles which were recorded in the Gospels by the eyewitnesses. Jesus Christ is the divine in nature as well as human. Thus, he has two natures and is worthy of worship and prayer. Christianity teaches that there is only one God in all existence. Although philosophies have tried to prove otherwise the reality is that God made the universe, the Earth, and created man starting with Adam and Eve. According to Genesis 1:27 it states that “So God created mankind in his own image, in the image of God he created them; male and female he created them”. Image means the likeness of God 's character, rationality, etc. Since we are made in the image of God, every person has an opportunity to be more like him less like sinful ways of the world.
Just how vital is the resurrection to Christianity Well in a quote taken from Man Alive; by Michal green he state, “Christianity does not hold the resurrection to be one among many tenet of belief. Without the faith in the resurrection there would be no Christianity at all. The Christian church would never have begun; the Jews movement would have fizzled out like a damp squib with his exaction. When Jesus rose from the grave, the impact was felt immediately and has continued to reverberate throughout the world. This is certainly why many people have attacked the resurrection and set out to disprove it and as Christians it is our job to defend this important part of history that determines the future of so many people. So in order to defend the greatest day in history one has to ask; is the resurrection of Jesus a historical event?
7. Raising of Lazarus: the gospel brings people from death to life (11:1-44)” (Wilkinson & Boa, 1983, p. 339).
The resurrection of Jesus Christ separates Christianity from all other religions. Christianity without the literal, physical resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead is merely one religion among many. "And if Christ is not risen," said the Apostle Paul, "then our preaching is empty and your faith is in vain”. (1 Corinthians 15:14) Furthermore, "You are still in your sins!” Paul could not have chosen stronger language. (Mohler)