The New Testament
A Historical and Theological Introduction
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Chapter
21. Paul鈥檚 Christology and Eschatology
Questions for Research and Discussion
- Discuss how Philippians 2:6鈥11 helps us better understand Paul鈥檚 christology. Do the same with Colossians 1:15鈥20.
- How would you define Paul鈥檚 鈥淎dam christology鈥? How does this idea advance our understanding of Paul鈥檚 christology in general?
- Where do we find evidence that Paul believed in the pre-existence of Christ? What do each of these passages teach us about Paul鈥檚 understanding of the Messiah?
- The chapter notes that Paul鈥檚 christology is similar to that found in John and the book of Hebrews. Demonstrate this similarity.
- How can we go about balancing the present fulfillment in Paul鈥檚 eschatology with its future aspects? Is one or the other the larger focus?