The Suffering Servant In Jewish ThoughtThe Hebrew Bible presents two distinct pictures of the Messiah—one as a righteous king and the other as a suffering servant. Isaiah 11 describes a Davidic ruler, the "Messiah Son of David," who will judge righteously and establish a reign of peace. But Isaiah 53 speaks of a suffering servant, one who bears the sins of others. Who is this suffering servant? The rabbis recognized this figure as Messiah Son of Joseph. Just as Joseph suffered betrayal by his brothers but ultimately ruled over Egypt, his suffering led to the salvation and unity of Israel. In Jewish writings, Messiah ben Joseph is a key figure whose suffering atones for the people. In Jesus, both Messianic roles--Son of Joseph and Son of David—are fulfilled. He came first as the suffering servant, bearing the sins of the world, and was then exalted to reign at the right hand of the Father. Join us as we explore this profound biblical theme and uncover how the rabbis’ insights align with the life and mission of Jesus.
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In this lesson, we explore five key theories of biblical inspiration—intuition, illumination, dynamic, verbal, and dictation—as outlined by theologian Millard Erickson. We'll discuss how divine truth and human authorship interact in Scripture, the challenges of interpretation across denominations, and how translations can shape doctrine. Understanding these concepts helps us approach the Bible with humility and a deeper appreciation for its divine mystery. Lesson Handout: 
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Teacher Scott Broberg - I have a Masters of Divinity (MDiv) from Bethel Seminary - San Diego - Biblical Studies with and emphasis on the Old Testament. Categories
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