Chapter 8 Flashcards
Introductory sections of Matthew and Luke that describe the events surrounding Jesus’ birth and set the stage for their theological themes
birth narratives
A common phrase used by Matthew to introduce Old Testament quotations related to Jesus: “This was to fulfill what was spoken by the prophet saying . . .”
fulfillment formulas
Jesus’ final command to his followers after his resurrection, commissioning them to make disciples of all nations.
Great Commission
A “bookend” structure in which a similar statement or episode begins and ends a narrative sequence
inclusio
Matthew’s preferred title for the kingdom of God- God’s sovereign reign coming to fulfillment through the words and deeds of Jesus
kingdom of heaven
Jesus’ address to the disciples given on the Mount of Olives concerning the destruction of the temple and the end of the age
Olivet Discourse
Jesus’ parables that explain for the disciples the “mysteries” and nature of the kingdom of God
parables of the kingdom
The story of God’s actions in human history to accomplish his salvation
salvation history
Jesus’ inaugural kingdom sermon in Matthew that sets out the radical values of the kingdom of God
Sermon on the Mount
Matthew’s preferred messianic title, which refers to the Messiah’s descent from the line of David, Israel’s greatest king
Son of David
A common phrase or expression that introduces a transition in the narrative. Matthew uses the phrases: “and it came about when Jesus finished these words” and “from that time Jesus began to”.
These phrases mark key narrative transitions
structural signals
A comparison or analogy made between an Old Testament person, thing, or event that serves as a precursor (a type) for a New Testament person, thing, or event (an antitype)
typology/type/antitype
