Lexham Geographic Commentary on the Gospels: Text
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The Lexham Geographic Commentary on the Gospels offers readers a unique perspective on the geography and physical features behind the Gospels. Written by a team of scholars with on-the-ground experience in Palestine, the Geographic Commentary lets you see the land through the eyes of the disciples as Jesus uses the surrounding landscape as the backdrop for his teaching. Each article addresses a particular story, event, or subject across the Gospels, enriched by links to Factbook, Logos media, and other features of your Logos library.
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“There are six results of abiding that Jesus mentions specifically in the verses following the analogy of the vine and branches: (1) effectual prayer (John 15:7), (2) glorifying the Father (John 15:8a), (3) authenticating oneself as a genuine disciple (John 15:8b), (4) a continued confidence in Jesus’ love (John 15:9), (5) obedience to Jesus’ commandments (John 15:10), and (6) fullness of joy (John 15:11). Other fruit that result from abiding in Christ are not excluded from this list, but these appear from the immediate context and are the focus here.” (Page 440)
“In short, the Messiah’s entrance onto the stage of history was geographically unpretentious. This modest arrival contributes to a major theme in Jesus’ ministry, namely the humble nature of his first coming. He was born to an unassuming family (Luke 2:24), in an unconventional dwelling (Luke 2:7), in an insignificant village. He grew up in an unremarkable town (John 1:46), and came to serve not to be served (Matt 20:28). He was a humble king (Matt 21:5; Zech 9:9); a suffering servant (Isa 53), not a conquering emperor.” (Pages 20–21)
“All available evidence suggests that the population of first century ad Nazareth was at best a few hundred people and maybe as few as one hundred.” (Page 39)
“Therefore, when Jesus is baptized under John, it is perhaps best understood in light of his role as a ‘representative of Israel.’ Passing through the waters of the Jordan, in harmony with his ancestors and the hopeful pilgrims of his own day, he participates in the same symbolic act that characterized John’s ministry. Jesus identifies himself with corporate Israel, its calling, its failings, and its hope—and participates in a movement that sought to usher in the kingdom of God. Like Daniel, his confession of sins, which necessarily accompanied baptism under John, was likely in the tradition of corporate guilt and confession, as he represented his people before God.” (Pages 57–58)
- Title: Lexham Geographic Commentary on the Gospels
- Authors: Barry J. Beitzel, Kristopher A. Lyle
- Series: Lexham Geographic Commentary
- Publisher: Lexham Press
- Print Publication Date: 2016
- Logos Release Date: 2016
- Era: era:contemporary
- Language: English
- Resources: 1
- Format: Digital › Logos Research Edition
- Subjects: Bible. N.T. Gospels › Commentaries; Bible. N.T. John › Commentaries; Bible. N.T. Luke › Commentaries; Bible. N.T. Mark › Commentaries; Bible. N.T. Matthew › Commentaries
- ISBNs: 9781683590446, 1683590449
- Resource ID: LLS:LXGEOCOMMGOSP
- Resource Type: Bible Commentary
- Metadata Last Updated: 2024-03-25T20:19:03Z
