9.22.2008

Some Biblical Macro-Thematic Movements

In the language of Genesis 1-3:

Creation
Disobedience
Curse/Life Outside the Garden/Death
Redemption

In the language of Exodus-Deuteronomy:

Exodus
Idolatry/Unbelief
Life Outside Canaan (Wilderness)/Death
Promise of Canaan to New Generation

In the Language of the Prophets:

Covenantal Creation
Idolatry/Disobedience
Exile/Babylon
Return to Israel/New Covenant/Temple


The Life and Ministry of Jesus:

Incarnation
Kingdom Authority
Calvary
Resurrection/Ascension


The New Testament Christian Life:

New Birth/Baptism/Regeneration
Obedient Life of the Spirit
Participatory Suffering
Resurrection/New Creation

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