TP B102 Helyer Worksheet 4.2
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Old Testament Survey II
Helyer Worksheet #4
Text:
Yesterday, Today and Forever: The Continuing Relevance of the Old Testament
,
by Larry Helyer (second edition).
Instructions:
1.
Read All of the Assigned Chapter
.
2.
After downloading and saving this file to your computer/laptop, answer the first
question about your reading.
3.
Complete the following worksheet by typing your responses underneath each
question.
4.
Save your finished worksheet in a Word or PDF file format, and upload it to the
course home page by clicking on the applicable assignment link.
Reading
:
Have you read the entirety of the assigned chapter in preparation for answering the
questions on this worksheet (Type ‘Yes’ or ‘No’)?
- Yes
***If you have not read the entire chapter, there is no need for you to submit the
worksheet.
You must read the entire chapter and answer the questions below to
have your worksheet graded.
Questions
:
The following questions can be sufficiently answered in one small paragraph, 3-5
sentences, unless otherwise stated. If the question requires answers with sub-points,
1-2 sentences will be sufficient. NOTE: Since this is a long chapter, the questions will
focus mainly on the first section: the eschatology of Israel. Read this first section
carefully and skim the rest.
1.
What point is fundamental for understanding the eschatology of the Bible?
- The fundamental point is that the Abrahamic Covenant forms the outline of
God’s redemptive plan. The Abrahamic Covenant promised a heir, an inheritance,
and a heritage. After Genesis 12, each one of these is expressed all throughout the
rest of Scripture.
2.
What time expression is the primary vehicle for understanding OT eschatology?
- That primary time expression is named “Day of the Lord.” This refers to an
extended period of time during the redemptive purposes of God are fully achieved.
Those redemptive purposes include judgment for the wicked and rewards for the
righteous.
Student Name:
Trevan Powell
Date:
November 11, 2022
3.
Summarize Amos’ description of the Day of the Lord.
- The main point that Amos is trying to convey to the Israelites is the “Day of
the Lord” will be a day of rejoicing and blessing only for those who are walking in
covenant relationship with the Lord. At this time, the Israelites believed that they
were guaranteed future blessing on the “Day of the Lord” because of God’s election
at Sinai. They believed that they Sinai Covenant granted them future blessing
regardless of their moral behavior. Amos speaks the truth by telling them their faults.
4.
What is meant by the “dual character of the Day of the Lord?”
- The meaning behind the term is the two sides of the coin. The one side is
dark and terrifying because the wicked ones will experience their proper judgment.
The over side of the coin is bright and joyful because the righteous will experience
paradise. Secondly, the meaning behind this term also refers to a Messianic figure
and the nation Israel as a whole.
5.
What are four features of the Day of the Lord?
Elaborate on each.
a.
First - It will be more than a 24-hour day due to a word found in the creation
account that uses “time” more extended than just one normal day. So, this Day is an
extended period of time that God concludes human history and ushers final form of
new Kingdom.
b.
Second - Involves prophetic foreshortening which means that the prophet
views the future as one unified picture. This is caused because the view of
perspective lacks depth, so events are combined into one picture.
c.
Third - Relates to imminence which refers to something about to occur, an
event that is impending. The prophets explain the Day of the Lord with much
urgency and sirens because it is unfolding as they write.
d.
Fourth - Both apostles and prophets stress that this day is certain. This
means that they believe this is no myth, but rather certain and real like death and
taxes.
6.
What three “figures” will play a role in the “Eschatological Drama”?
Describe what
the OT says about each one.
a.
The Son of David, who we know as Christ Jesus, is promised in 1 Samuel
when David receives his covenant from the Lord. Christ Jesus is also seen in
Genesis 3:15 as being the symbol of the “offspring” of the woman that would crush
the head of the serpent.
b.
The Servant of the Lord is fully described in Isaiah with these main
characteristics which are: elected by the Lord and anointed, justice as prime concern
of ministry, his ministry is international, God predestined his calling, he is a gifted
teacher, he experiences discouragement, his ministry extends to the Gentiles.
c.
The Son of Man is a term mainly used in Ezekiel over ninety times. The
promised Son of Man in Ezekiel plays a part in three major roles: bears the
punishment of Israel and Judah, performs the role of a judge, and performs both
functions of prophet and priest.
7.
What are the “four thesis” that Helyer lays out about the “Restoration of Israel?”
Elaborate on each one (A small paragraph, 3-5 sentences, should be sufficient for
each point).
a.
The Scriptures that predict national restoration of Israel will be literally
fulfilled - Each “classical prophet” contributes something to the theme of literal
restoration. The prophets explain that this restoration will be a permanent renewal
and nothing after is necessary. This restoration will blot out all wickedness and be a
solemn place for people of God.
b.
The rise of modern Israel may be the prelude to final restoration - This is
first supported by the overall lasting lives of Jews and their native language for over
two millennia when it became a nation. No other nation can parallel this history.
c.
A siege of Jerusalem precedes Second Coming of Christ and precipitates
the conversion of the nation - This is explained as an International siege of
Jerusalem. It can also be explained as a remarkable conversion scene. A few points
from this include God’s orchestration of the event, the price invaders must pay,
God’s overall success from the event. This results in fulfillment of patriarchal
promises during millennial reign of Christ.
d.
State of Israel has right to exist as independent Jewish state, but shouldn’t
be at expense of Palestinians’ right to own state - This is seen as in 1947, the United
Nations allowed Israel to be guaranteed members of the United Nations. Until Christ
returns, the overall goal should still be implementation of the United Nations Partition
Plan.
8.
Offer your response to Helyer’s most controversial ideas in his book drawn from
pages 331-350.
- I truly believe that these most controversial ideas are extremely way over my
head. It is ironic how this chapter about end times and the chapter all about creation,
are the two chapters that I struggle the most to understand. There is so much
exponential factors included, that I truly feel more confused than when I started.
Helyer even explains the breath of life as “the second fundamental component is
more difficult, if not impossible, to describe.” These controversial ideas shine light on
doctrines that I had no idea existed. I am trying to understand, but unsuccessful.
9.
Does the NT picture of the climax of the kingdom of God agree with the OT?
How?
- Yes, because the final vision of the Kingdom on earth is depicted in terms of a
huge city , the capital of a worldwide kingdom where God dwells in New Jerusalem.
The Bible explains a total destruction of sickness by the King of Kings and an
ultimate form of human government which is a theocracy that will endure forever.
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