Ch.1 Flashcards
(16 cards)
Study of gospel
Study of the foundation of Christianity
Gospel is
Unity and diversity
Matthew
Mark
Luke
John
Jewish Messiah- The fulfillment of the Old Testament hopes- most structured
Suffereing son of God- offers as a sacrifices- most dramatic
Savior for all people- most thematic
John- eternal Son of God- self revelation of God the father- most theological
Christology
The nature of Jesus personal life and works
Matthew Mark and Luke
Synoptic gospels
Viewed together w/ similar perspective of Gods life, common material
John
Unique material and focuses on Jesus Words and deeds
Gospel
Godspell
Euangelion- good news/ tidings
Oral& written
Gospel is under 3 headings
History, narrative, and theology
Gospels are historical in 3 ways
History of composition- traditions and sources
Set in specific historical context- time and date
Meant to convey accurate historical info
Events of the gospels
Jesus words and deeds
His death in the cross
His resurrection
Gospel is used
To instruct & encourage believer the truth about their message
1 century
2nd century
Next
Oral traditions and folklore made by early Christians, products of Christianity than the individual. Authors
Literary artists crafting narratives
Biographies about Jesus
Introductory Mark Matthew Luke John
Called Jesus as Christ and son of God
Lineage from Abraham to David- Jesus fulfillment of promises to Israel
Produced an accurate historical account
Introduced Jesus as preexistent divine word
The gospels are a historical narrative motivated by theological concerns
Yes
Gospels were written because each writer had a story to tell
Written to emphasize certain theological themes we and address concerns in the church
Why were the gospels written
Historical- the need for a record of Jesus’ actions
Catechetical - the need to instruct converts to Christianity
Liturgical- the need for worship material in church
Exhortatory- to encourage believers in their faith
Theological - the need to settle internal disputes
Apologetic - the need to respond to external attacks on the church
Evangelistic-the need to call people to faith in Jesus
