The Road to Emmaus with Scott Hahn The Transforming Power of God’s Holiness in Scripture
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Sep 7, 2022 
John Bergsma, Professor of Theology at Franciscan University of Steubenville, dives into the profound nature of holiness and its transformative power. He discusses how holiness has evolved from the Old to the New Testament, emphasizing the pivotal role of Mary as the Ark of the New Covenant. The connection between suffering and sanctity is explored through Jesus' crucifixion, offering insights into God's love. Bergsma highlights the need for personal spirituality alongside intellectual study to truly embody holiness in our lives.
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Scott Hahn's Prayerful Study Anecdote
- John Bergsma recounts praying in the Eucharistic Chapel and Scott Hahn quietly working on theology there.
- This reveals Scott's approach: doing theology deeply before God, not just at a desk.
Saints Absent in Old Testament
- Nobody in the Old Testament is explicitly called a saint except in Daniel 7, which predicts the saints will possess God's everlasting kingdom.
- This shows sainthood as a revelation fulfilled only after Christ's coming and triumph.
Christ Frees Old Testament Saints
- The souls of faithful in the Old Testament dwelt in Sheol, awaiting Christ's deliverance.
- Jesus' resurrection unlocks heaven for the saints, made evident in New Testament visions of angelic and human choirs.