Session 12 - The Culmination of the Great Story in Jesus Christ
Preparation Resources
Discussion Topics
- Luke 4:14-30 (First sermon of Jesus)
- Luke 15:11-32 (Prodigal son)
- Luke 24:13-53 (Emmaus road and final appearance of Jesus)
- Tim Keller sermons
Discussion Topics
- How does the baptism of Jesus correspond to the themes of the Exodus? In what ways does Jesus offer the promise of New Exodus/New Passover and New Creation?
- Prof. Wright teaches that the stories in Luke 15 each explain why there is a party going on. What does he mean by this? What is the significance to the overall story of the Bible?
- In what ways does the double narrative of Israel come to its awful climax in Jesus? How does this relate to the rescue from the dark powers and restoration from exile?