New testament Quote by John E. Goldingay
““Jesus does put radical demands before people, but so did Isaiah and so does Proverbs. The New Testament is new in the same way that Isaiah was new or that Genesis was new over against Exodus.21 While there are statements Jesus makes that no prophet or wise teacher could have made, these are statements such as the “I am” declarations in John’s Gospel; they relate to his being the incarnate one and the Savior.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The New Testament in Its World, John E. Goldingay, 2010
Jesus’ teachings echo earlier biblical demands, presenting a fresh yet continuous revelation of divine authority.
In simple terms: Jesus repeats old demands in a new way.
Key Takeaway
Recognize continuity in scripture.
Themes
theology
continuity
revelation
Mood
reflective
inquisitive
Type
theological
explanatory
When to use this quote
- personal study
- sermons
- faith discussions
Key Concepts
prophetic tradition
incarnation
authority
Questions to Reflect On
- How does this continuity affect modern faith?
- What new insights arise from familiar demands?
A Different Perspective
May overlook cultural context differences.
