Musings on the New Testament, its Greek, and Related Topics
- Why did Jesus ask Peter why? Discipleship implications from Peter walking on water (and sinking)It’s a climactic moment in a thrilling pericope. Jesus has just grabbed Peter from the waters, waters he was just walking on top of going towards Jesus but then, upon seeing the wind and waves, he started to sink. His cry of “Lord, save me,” is as programmatic for the Gospel of Matthew as is… Read more: Why did Jesus ask Peter why? Discipleship implications from Peter walking on water (and sinking)
- Grammar and Theology: Insights from Matthew 28:19-20What did Jesus command in Matthew 28.19-20 (often called “the Great Commission”)? There’s been some quibbling in the commentaries and blog world over two different ways to construe the passage. Specifically, how the opening participle relates to the main imperative. Here’s the Greek for reference, followed by the two main translations people argue for: The… Read more: Grammar and Theology: Insights from Matthew 28:19-20
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