Jesus and God in Paul's eschatology
Book Description
In the letters of Paul, two central figures emerge in discussions of the end times: Jesus Christ and God the Father. Scholar L. Joseph Kreitzer examines how these divine roles intersect and overlap within Paul's eschatological vision, revealing a complex theological relationship that has profound implications for understanding early Christian thought.
This scholarly exploration delves into Paul's teachings about the final judgment and the second coming, demonstrating how the apostle weaves together Old Testament concepts of the Day of the Lord with New Testament revelations about Christ's return. Kreitzer argues that Paul presents a unique theological framework where Jesus and God share certain eschatological functions, creating what he terms a "conceptual overlap" between their divine roles.
The study traces how Paul balances his focus on God as the ultimate authority with his emphasis on Christ's central role in salvation history. Through careful analysis of Paul's writings on the messiah and the Kingdom of God, Kreitzer illuminates the tension between maintaining God's supremacy while acknowledging Christ's pivotal position in the cosmic drama of redemption.
For readers seeking to deepen their understanding of biblical eschatology and early Christian theology, this work offers fresh insights into how Paul navigated the complex relationship between divine figures in his vision of humanity's ultimate destiny. The book provides valuable perspective on foundational questions about divine authority, messianic identity, and the nature of God's kingdom.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Medium (200-400 pages) (~8 hours)
📄 Length: 293 pages
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore Kingdom of God
- ✓ Explore Theology
- ✓ Explore Brieven van Paulus
- ✓ Explore Eschatology, Jewish
- ✓ Explore Eschatology
- ✓ Explore Paul, the apostle, saint
- ✓ Study Bible from spiritual perspective
- ✓ Explore Divinity
