Alastair's Adversaria Christ the Beginning
Sep 17, 2025
Dive into a reflection on how the New Testament reinterprets Genesis, placing Christ at creation's core. Explore Paul's profound insights in Colossians, highlighting Jesus as the firstborn and reconciler, connecting deep cosmic roles with redemptive power. This engaging discussion reveals the essence of Christ-centered monotheism, showcasing the unity of creation and salvation.
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Christ Reframes Israel's Opening Words
- New Testament writers reinterpret familiar Old Testament phrases to place Christ at the center of Israel's story.
- John and Paul recast
Bereshit Reclaimed For Christ
- Colossians 1:15–20 riffs on the Hebrew term rashit and the opening word Bereshit to present Christ's primacy.
- Paul aligns meanings like image, firstborn, head, and beginning to Christ.
Christ As Wisdom At Creation
- Paul echoes Jewish wisdom traditions (Proverbs, Wisdom) to frame Christ as the agent present at creation.
- This links Christ to wisdom's role as first and agentive in God's works.
