Listen "Climactic Commission: Narrative Analysis of Matthew 28 | Dr. Greg Camp | Ep. 8"
Episode Synopsis
Dr. Greg Camp explores Matthew's Gospel ending through narrative criticism, examining how "the end is the beginning" functions structurally and thematically. Greg argues Matthew presents Jesus as authoritative teacher, with the Great Commission's imperative being to "make students" who learn Jesus's teachings about law, kingdom, and righteousness. He demonstrates how the ending connects to the opening through authority themes, showing Jesus as completion of Israel's story—surpassing Moses, David, and the prophets. The discussion reveals Matthew's use of Hebrew Scripture citations and geographic symbolism presenting Jesus as faithful Israel who succeeds where the nation failed. Greg challenges traditional missionary interpretations, arguing "going" is daily life rather than calling, focusing on teaching Jesus's comprehensive approach.
COMPANION ARTICLE: https://scripturalworks.com/matthew-2816-20-and-the-great-commission-a-narrative-typological-and-postcolonial-reading
COMPANION ARTICLE: https://scripturalworks.com/matthew-2816-20-and-the-great-commission-a-narrative-typological-and-postcolonial-reading
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