In this lecture, Don Carson focuses on Jesus’s healing on the Sabbath in John 5:16–30, which led to Jewish persecution. Carson explores the theological implications of Jesus’s sonship, his authority in judgment, and his role in fulfilling Old Testament prophecies. Carson also emphasizes the importance of understanding Jesus’s identity and the need for believers to deepen their worship and evangelism through knowledge of God’s revelation in Christ.
He teaches the following:
Paul and John’s differing perspectives on sonship
How Jesus’s response to the Jews elevates the discussion to a theological level
Why the Father’s love for the Son is foundational to the gospel
The Son’s authority in judgment is rooted in his identity as the Son of Man
Jesus is the fulfillment of Old Testament feasts, laws, and institutions
Proper knowledge of God and his revelation is essential for effective evangelism and spiritual growth
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