Face to Face with God: A Biblical Theology of Christ as Priest and Mediator (Essential Studies in Biblical Theology) - Softcover

Book 6 of 12: Essential Studies in Biblical Theology

Alexander, T. Desmond; Gladd, Benjamin L.

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9780830842957: Face to Face with God: A Biblical Theology of Christ as Priest and Mediator (Essential Studies in Biblical Theology)
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ISBN 10: 0830842950 ISBN 13: 9780830842957
Publisher: IVP Academic, 2022

Synopsis

How can sinful humans approach a holy God? In the book of Hebrews, Jesus Christ is celebrated as the great high priest who represents his people before the Father. Jesus' roles as priest and mediator are central to his identity and bring to completion themes woven throughout Scripture.

In this fifth ESBT volume, T. Desmond Alexander considers the often-neglected themes of priesthood and mediation and how Christ fulfills these roles. He explores how these concepts illuminate what Christ has already accomplished for us through his self-sacrifice, as well as what he is presently achieving on our behalf, seated at the right hand of the Majesty in heaven. Through this study we gain a richer understanding of concepts such as holiness, sacrifice, covenant, reconciliation, and God's dwelling place.

About the Series

Essential Studies in Biblical Theology (ESBT), edited by Benjamin L. Gladd and L. Michael Morales, 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 anaccessible yet rich introduction to biblical theology.

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About the Authors

T. Desmond Alexander (PhD, The Queen's University of Belfast) is senior lecturer in biblical studies and director of postgraduate studies at Union Theological College in Belfast, Northern Ireland. His books include From Paradise to the Promised Land, From Eden to the New Jerusalem, and The City of God and the Goal of Creation. He is also coeditor of the New Dictionary of Biblical Theology.



Benjamin L. Gladd (PhD, Wheaton) is associate professor of New Testament at Reformed Theological Seminary and series editor for Essential Studies in Biblical Theology. His publications include Hidden But Now Revealed, Making All Things New, and From Adam and Israel to the Church.

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Publisher
IVP Academic
Publication date
2022
Language
English
ISBN 10 
0830842950
ISBN 13 
9780830842957
Binding
Paperback
Number of pages
176
Editor
Gladd Benjamin L.
Rating
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