Did you know that the Gospel of John is all about the fulfillment of the OT expectation for the removal of false shepherds and the return of good shepherds? Not just the Good Shepherd, but also under-shepherds called by Jesus to mediate his loving care for his flock. What follows are some exegetical notes establishing these connections. If you want to skip the biblical analysis—which is a bit long for a Substack, in due time it will be refined and hopefully
Thanks, Chris! It has been really amazing to see how deeply John is steeped in the Old Testament, even though he has far less explicit quotations than the synoptics.
Great study, Aaron! Love this sort of sound Biblical Theology, showing the fulfillment of Old Testament promises in Christ. Keep it up!
Thanks, Chris! It has been really amazing to see how deeply John is steeped in the Old Testament, even though he has far less explicit quotations than the synoptics.