Table of Contents
Introduction: The Rock in My Shoe 9
Part 1 Why Should I Preach Christ from the Old Testament?
1 Exegetical Necessity 17
2 Theological Necessity 31
Part 2 How Do I Preach Christ from the Old Testament?
3 The Preaching Text 47
4 Fulfillment in Christ 57
Prophetic Promise: The Identity of Jesus in Promises and Prophecies
Ethical Instruction: The Lifestyle of Jesus in Law and Wisdom
Fallen Humanity: The Burden of Jesus in Sin and Suffering
Typological Revelation: The Shadow of Jesus in Pictures and Patterns
Narrative Progression: The Backstory of Jesus in Threat and Resolution
Theological Theme: The Preview of Jesus in God's Acts and Attributes
5 Case Studies in Fulfillment 87
6 From Christ to Us 95
Part 3 What Happens When I Preach Christ from the Old Testament?
7 Problems to Avoid 115
8 Benefits to Enjoy 123
Conclusion: Two Paintings, Two Pointings 133
Appendix A Functional Questions for Interpretation 135
Appendix B The Hebrew Bible 137
Special Thanks 139
Scripture Index 141
Notes 145