In a world full of suffering and death, humans long for abundant life. Christians understand that in Christ God saves us from sin. But salvation must also include much more: being rescued from death, physical resurrection, and new life in the new creation.
In this ESBT volume, Jeff Brannon explores how the hope of life after death is woven throughout Scripture—even in unexpected places. In the biblical narrative, the themes of life, death, and resurrection correspond with the biblical-theological categories of creation, fall, and redemption. As we follow these themes, Brannon shows, we gain a fuller understanding of the doctrine of resurrection and what it means for Christian faith and discipleship. Jesus' resurrection and the future resurrection of his followers truly changes everything.
Essential Studies in Biblical Theology (ESBT), edited by Benjamin L. Gladd, explore the central or "essential" themes of the Bible's grand storyline. Taking cues from Genesis 1–3, authors trace the presence of these themes throughout the entire sweep of redemptive history. Written for students, church leaders, and laypeople, the ESBT offers an introduction to biblical theology.
200 pages.
Series Preface
Author's Preface
Introduction
1. Creation and Life
2. The Fall: Death and God's Promise of Redemption
3. The Unfolding Promise of Life in the Pentateuch and Historical Books
4. Sayings and Songs of Life and Resurrection
5. Prophecies of Resurrection
6. Jesus' Life, Ministry, and Death on the Cross
7. The Resurrection of Jesus
8. The Church Raised to New Life
9. Future Resurrection
10. Concluding Thoughts on Resurrection Life
Recommendations for Further Reading
Discussion Questions
Name Index
Scripture Index
Hope of Life After Death, The: A Biblical Theology of Resurrection is in the following collections:
