Figural Christology and the Doctrine of the Atonement
Various motifs in the New Testament theology of atonement are often figural in character. They interpret the death of Christ through the lens of one or more figures in Israel's Scriptures (e.g., Abraham's sacrifice of his beloved son, the Passover lamb, the Yom Kippur sacrifices, and the Suffering Servant). This seminar explores the relationship between Scripture and doctrine by revisiting and developing a number of these figural atonement motifs both exegetically and theologically.
Committee:
Geoffrey Fulkerson, Dordt University (Chair)
Steve Harris, Horizon College and Seminary
Benjamin Quinn, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary
Luke Stamps, Oklahoma Baptist University
Scripture and Doctrine Seminar
1:00 PM to 3:15 PM
11/18/2022
Governor's Square 15 (Plaza Tower - Concourse Level) - Sheraton Downtown (SD)
Recent decades have witnessed several fruitful attempts to bridge the gap between the often-siloed disciplines of biblical studies and Christian doctrine. Many of these efforts have been carried out under the banner of the “theological interpretation of Scripture” (TIS). The TIS movement (to the degree that it can be considered such) is a loose affiliation of scholars from both sides of the Scripture/doctrine divide with many variations of perspective and emphasis. One of the major issues of debate among TIS proponents concerns the role of philosophy, and more specifically philosophical hermeneutics, in both the exegetical and theological task. To speak in very broad terms, TIS proponents are variously influenced by continental, analytic, and classical (e.g., Thomistic) modes of thought on these important philosophical issues. These debates provide the backdrop for this year’s seminar, which features papers on the theme, Theology, Philosophy, and Biblical Interpretation. For those interested in learning more, please contact Lucas Stamps ([email protected]).
Opening Liturgy & Introduction (10 min)
Steve J. Duby, Phoenix Seminary
Biblical Authority and the Role of Philosophy (20 min)
Thomas McCall, Asbury Theological Seminary
Theological Exegesis and Predestinarian Polemics: Early Modern Scholastic Theology as a Case Study at the Intersection of Metaphysics and Hermeneutics (20 min)
Judith Wolfe, St. Mary's College, University of St. Andrews
Renewal of Perception in Philosophy, Faith and Scripture (20 min)
Break (10 min)
Craig Bartholomew, Kirby Laing Centre for Public Theology (Cambridge, UK), Respondent (10 min)
Amber Bowen, Redeemer University, Respondent (10 min)
Discussion (30 min)
Closing Liturgy & Conclusion (15 min)
This year’s theme is Divine Action and Hebrews: The Ongoing Priesthood of Jesus.
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Benjamin Quinn, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, Presiding
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Benjamin Quinn, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, Introduction
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Craig Bartholomew, Redeemer University College and Luke Stamps, California Baptist University
Context Setting Introduction (5 min)
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Andrew Pinsent, Oxford University
The Second-Person Perspective on Divine Action in Hebrews (20 min)
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Amy Peeler, Wheaton College (Illinois)
A Fearful Thing to Fall Into the Hands of a Living God: Divine Action In Human Salvation (20 min)
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Alan Torrance, University of St. Andrews
What does the Continuing Priesthood of Christ tell us about the Doctrine of God? (20 min)
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Mary Healy, Sacred Heart Major Seminary
The Holy Spirit and Christ’s Ongoing Priesthood in Hebrews (20 min)
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Break (10 min)
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Panel discussion, with Scott Hahn, Franciscan University of Steubenville, joining the panel
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Discussion (55 min)
Nov. 18, 1:00–3:45pm Lone Star F (2nd Level) – Grand Hyatt (GH)
