Jesus: A Theography
by Leonard I. Sweet & Frank Viola · Thomas Nelson · 2012
Book summary
A biblical 'theography' tracing Jesus across the whole scriptural drama, from the life of the Triune God and creation through Israel, incarnation, church, and new creation.
Chapter & section guide
Prologue
The story of Jesus begins before Bethlehem in the eternal life and purpose of God.
Creation
Christ is presented as agent, pattern, and goal of all that exists.
Adam and the Human Story
Jesus fulfills and restores humanity's vocation.
Abraham and Promise
The covenantal story bends toward blessing in Christ.
Moses, Exodus, and Torah
Deliverance, presence, and divine instruction anticipate Jesus.
Tabernacle and Temple
Sacred space finds fulfillment in the embodied presence of Christ.
Kingship and David
Messianic hope gathers around the true king.
Wisdom and Prophets
Jesus embodies divine wisdom and the prophetic promise of restoration.
Incarnation and Ministry
The eternal Son enters history and enacts God's kingdom.
Cross and Resurrection
The story reaches its decisive victory through self-giving love and new creation.
Ascension, Spirit, and Church
The risen Jesus continues his mission through a Spirit-formed people.
Revelation and Consummation
Scripture's final horizon is the fullness of all things in Christ.
Editorial note: these are original thematic summaries prepared as a research and reading aid, not quotations from the book itself.