Homiletical Helps for Advent

Abstract

Homiletical Helps for Advent offers sermon studies by John C. Jeske, Armin J. Panning, and Richard D. Balge, focusing on Christ’s threefold office—Priest, Prophet, and King. Jeske explores Psalm 110:4, emphasizing Christ’s eternal priesthood in the order of Melchizedek, which replaces the temporary Levitical priesthood and reopens the way to the Father. Panning examines Acts 3:17–22, highlighting Peter’s use of Deuteronomy 18 to present Jesus as the Prophet foretold, whose message demands repentance and offers forgiveness and restoration. Balge analyzes Genesis 49:10, interpreting Jacob’s blessing to Judah as a messianic prophecy fulfilled in Christ, the eternal King who rules the nations through humble means and will return in glory. Each study provides exegetical insights, historical context, and practical outlines for Advent preaching, reinforcing the continuity of God’s redemptive plan and the significance of Christ’s offices. —Abstract prepared by Microsoft Copilot (GPT-4)