Perfect Priest for Weary Pilgrims: A Theology of Hebrews (New Testament Theology)

by Dennis E. Johnson

Publisher:

Crossway

, 2024

Overview

An Introduction to the Biblical Theology of Hebrews

The book of Hebrews can be intimidating for modern-day Christians due to its connection to Old Testament text. However, once understood, this New Testament epistle offers great insights into the superiority and sufficiency of Jesus—rightly justifying his place as high priest.

In this addition to the New Testament Theology series, scholar Dennis E. Johnson highlights the main biblical-theological themes of Hebrews. Johnson explores how Jesus fulfills perfect priesthood by becoming the covenant mediator and the trailblazer who leads his people into a better inheritance. Hebrews calls Christian believers, both of the early church and today, to hold fast to their faith even when faced with persecution and exclusion. It reminds us to cling to the eternal Son who offered his body and blood as the everlasting sacrifice for our sin.

Ideal for Anyone Wanting to Study the Bible More Deeply: Perfect for pastors, seminarians, college students, and laypeople

Helpful Bible Study Resource: A great companion to commentaries on Hebrews

Part of the New Testament Theology Series: Other volumes include Ministry in the New Realm and Hidden with Christ in God

Key Features

• Highlights the main biblical-theological themes of Hebrews
• Explores how Jesus fulfills perfect priesthood by becoming the covenant mediator and the trailblazer who leads his people into a better inheritance
• Perfect for pastors, seminarians, college students, and laypeople

Contents

• Series Preface
• Preface
• Abbreviations
• Introduction: Truth-Driven Transformation in Troubled Times
• Chapter 1: The Wilderness Pilgrimage of the People of God
• Chapter 2: The Historical Trajectory of Redemption and Revelation
• Chapter 3: The Interpretation of Ancient Scripture
• Chapter 4: The Divine-Human Mediator
• Chapter 5: Jesus’s Priestly Qualification and Tenure
• Chapter 6: Jesus’s Once-for-All, Conscience Perfecting Sacrifice
• Chapter 7: Persevering Faith through Congregational Solidarity
• Conclusion
• General Index
• Scripture Index

Praise for Perfect Priest for Weary Pilgrims

Drawing on more than forty years of study, Dennis Johnson skillfully summarizes the main message of Hebrews with the precision of a scholar, the knowledge of a theologian, and the concern of a pastor. This volume is both profound, reflecting the central message of Jesus’s superiority, and accessible, dealing with the text at a practical level. As weary pilgrims, we all need to be reminded of our perfect priest. So read this book and be greatly encouraged.

—Benjamin L. Merkle, Dr. M. O. Owens Jr. Chair of New Testament Studies and Research Professor of New Testament and Greek, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary

Hebrews is a master class in how to read the Bible. It shows us how all of Scripture points to Christ, explaining what God has done in Christ to save his people. Dennis Johnson is the ideal teacher to help us mine the many riches that God has given us in this ‘word of exhortation.’ Drawing from half a century of deep reflection on the teaching of Hebrews and from decades of pastoral ministry in the church, Johnson is a skilled and experienced guide to this biblical book. He helps us to see from Hebrews the unity of Scripture, the majesty of Christ, and the salvation that is ours in Christ, and he does so in such a way as to lead us to adore and praise our great God. Whether you have never really studied Hebrews or have been poring over Hebrews your whole life, Perfect Priest for Weary Pilgrims will stir you to know better that ‘great high priest who has passed through the heavens, Jesus, the Son of God.’

—Guy Prentiss Waters, James M. Baird Jr. Professor of New Testament and Academic Dean, Reformed Theological Seminary, Jackson

Dennis Johnson’s treatment of the theology of Hebrews by focusing on its central theme of the (high) priesthood of Christ makes a most welcome contribution. Written out of his careful study of many years, it serves a broad audience. Both those with a beginning interest in what Hebrews has to teach about the person and work of Christ and those who have long treasured this teaching will read this book, as I did, with great profit.

—Richard B. Gaffin Jr., Professor Emeritus of Biblical and Systematic Theology, Westminster Theological Seminary

Product Details

• Title: Perfect Priest for Weary Pilgrims: A Theology of Hebrews
• Author: Dennis E. Johnson
• Series: New Testament Theology
• Publisher: Crossway
• Print Publication Date: 2024
• Logos Release Date: 2024
• Pages: 193
• Era: era:contemporary
• Language: English
• Resources: 1
• Format: Digital › Logos Research Edition
• Subjects: Bible. N.T. Hebrews › Criticism, interpretation, etc; Bible. N.T. › Relation to the Old Testament
• ISBNs: 9781433575532, 9781433575563, 9781433575549, 1433575531, 1433575566, 143357554X
• Resource ID: LLS:PRFCTPRSTTSTMTH
• Resource Type: text.monograph.biblical-theology
• Metadata Last Updated: 2024-11-08T21:13:49Z

About Dennis E. Johnson

Dennis E. Johnson (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is professor of practical theology at Westminster Seminary California and associate pastor of New Life Presbyterian Church.