I like the directness of Tertullian, even if he can get moralistic at times... "Those whose design it is so to disturb the faith of the resurrection as to deny that that hope extends even to the flesh—a faith which, until the emergence of these kinsmen of the Sadducces, had remained exempt from controversy—with good reason tear asunder with inquisitions Christ’s flesh as well as ours, alleging either that it existed not at all, or that in any case it was other than human: else, if it were admitted that it was human, this would constitute a leading case against them that flesh certainly does rise again, seeing it has risen again in Christ.

  2. This is the opening for two essays. The first is "On the Flesh of Christ". The second is "The resurrection of the dead." A short summary is a bit hard, but he wants to tell the story of Jesus in a way that touches and claims our human flesh. If interested, I can keep on posting some (IMHO) key sections...

  3. That would be great!
  4. Yes, Ken! Indeed that would be great! I seem to do more "receiving" than contributing; however, I'll do the best I can in future days. Tonight I'm already beginning to enjoy Carson who is "on pause" ... *smile* And have studied Psalm 110 and a couple of commentaries... here's a nice quote: "While Melchizedek could only suggest or represent endlessness, the Lord Jesus actually possesses it. His priesthood, in which he represents sinners before God, will continue for ever." Ellsworth, R. (2006). Opening up Psalms. Opening Up Commentary (190). Leominster: Day One Publications.