How Psalm 82 and John 10 Point to Jesus as the DESTROYER of Gods
Dr. Michael S. Heiser・1 minute read
Psalm 82, Isaiah, and Paul's writings all connect the judgment of rulers, authorities, and supernatural beings with the Day of the Lord, highlighting Christ's victory and fulfillment of the Abrahamic Covenant. Jesus also uses Psalm 82 to affirm his divine role in God's council, establishing his authority over all.
Insights
- The connection between Psalm 82, Isaiah's prophecies, and Paul's teachings suggests a cosmic battle involving heavenly beings and earthly rulers during the eschatological judgment.
- Jesus' use of Psalm 82 in John 10 underscores his claim to divinity and authority, aligning with the overarching theme of divine judgment and the defeat of rulers and powers foretold in the scriptures.
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Recent questions
What does Psalm 82 mention?
Sons of God beyond humans.
What is described in Isaiah 34:1-4?
Judgment of earthly nations and supernatural beings.
Who does the Day of the Lord involve punishing?
Host of heaven and kings of the earth.
What does Paul connect the resurrection with?
Defeat of rulers, authorities, and powers.
What does the work of Christ fulfill?
The Abrahamic Covenant.
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Divine Judgment and Christ's Authority: A Study
- Psalm 82 mentions other sons of God beyond humans, hinting at a future eschatological judgment.
- Isaiah 34:1-4 describes the judgment of both earthly nations and supernatural beings at the Day of the Lord.
- The Day of the Lord involves punishing the host of heaven and the kings of the earth, as seen in Isaiah 24:21.
- Paul's discussion in the New Testament connects the resurrection with the defeat of rulers, authorities, and powers.
- The work of Christ nullifies the authority of rulers and authorities over nations, fulfilling the Abrahamic Covenant.
- Jesus, in John 10, references Psalm 82 to assert his divine status and role in the council of God.
