In this insightful discussion, the Rev. Dr. Amy Peeler, a New Testament scholar from Wheaton College, dives into the depths of the Epistle to the Hebrews. She unpacks the fascinating themes of Jesus as our high priest and the implications of Melchizedek's unique legacy. Peeler contrasts the father-son language with priestly roles, shedding light on the challenges of understanding Jesus' supremacy. They also navigate the early interpretations of the Trinity, emphasizing the need for authentic connections with God. This conversation pulses with rich theological insights!
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Early Interest in Hebrews
Amy Peeler's interest in Hebrews began in her teens.
She wrestled with Hebrews 10 and 12, concerned about willful sin.
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God's Voice in Hebrews
The author of Hebrews backgrounds their own persona, emphasizing scripture as God's direct speech.
This differs from Paul, who often says "as it is written."
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Family Themes in Hebrews
Amy Peeler argues that family themes form the foundation of Hebrews' arguments about Christ and God.
Knowing they're part of God's family helps the audience endure.
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In this monograph, Madison N. Pierce argues that the author of Hebrews employs divine discourse—speech attributed to God, the Son, and the Spirit—to develop a characterization of God and support the broader argument of the epistle. Pierce utilizes prosopological exegesis, a method of assigning 'faces' or characters to ambiguous entities in Scripture, to analyze how these speeches are crucial to the text's structure and theological themes.
You are my son
You are my son
Amy L. B. Peeler
This book provides a groundbreaking study of the sonship of Jesus in the Epistle to the Hebrews, highlighting the familial language that permeates the letter's christology and ecclesiology. It emphasizes the importance of understanding God as Father and Jesus as Son in shaping the identity and experience of the audience. The study contributes significantly to Hebrews scholarship by exploring how these familial themes extend to all who are children of God.
Jesus is our priest, our atoning sacrifice––and our brother? In this episode, join Tim, Jon, and special guest the Rev. Amy Peeler, Ph.D., as they discuss the book of Hebrews and how the many characteristics of God found in this epistle set him apart as wholly other and also form our identities as his followers.
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