Dr. O. Palmer Robertson joins Camden Bucey to discuss his newest book, Christ of the Consummation, Volume 2: The Testimony of Acts and Paul. Building on the legacy of Geerhardus Vos, Robertson shows how the testimony of the early church—empowered by the Spirit—proclaimed Christ to Jew and Gentile alike.
From Pentecost to Paul’s missionary journeys, from household baptisms to soaring prison epistles, this episode traces the redemptive-historical unfolding of God’s Word. Robertson explains why biblical theology is the vital “nerve system” connecting exegesis and doctrine, how Paul’s letters fall into three key phases, and why every New Testament book points us to the hope of Christ’s return.
Whether you’re a pastor, student, or simply longing to see Christ in all of Scripture, this conversation will encourage you to persevere in faith, proclaim the Gospel with confidence, and live with expectant hope of His coming.
Chapters
- 00:07 Introduction
- 07:02 Describing Biblical Theology
- 10:37 The Book of Acts
- 12:25 The Inclusion of the Gentiles
- 21:02 The Historical Progression of Paul’s Letters
- 26:14 Paul’s Eschatology
- 32:51 Deep Theology and Practical Application
- 35:47 The Expectation of Christ’s Return
- 41:35 The Original Apostolic Witnesses
- 52:27 Conclusion
Participants: Camden Bucey, O. Palmer Robertson
Christ the Center focuses on Reformed Christian theology. In each episode a group of informed panelists discusses important issues in order to encourage critical thinking and a better understanding of Reformed doctrine with a view toward godly living. Browse more episodes from this program or subscribe to the podcast feed.
