From the Risen Christ to the End of the Age | Jonathan Edwards

Deep Dive into A History of the Work of Redemption by Jonathan Edwards - From Christ's Resurrection to the End of the World - Scriptural Representations of This PeriodThe sources describe the final period of the work of redemption, spanning from Christ’s resurrection to the end of the world. This era is characterized as the time for the success and fulfillment of Christ’s purchase. While redemption had preparatory effects in earlier ages, the sources explain that the proper time for the world to enjoy the full "light of the sun" is after Christ finished His work of humiliation. This period is dedicated to achieving specific divine designs: the overthrow of Satan’s kingdom, the gathering of the elect, and the ultimate glorification of the Trinity.Scripture refers to this time as the "latter days" or the "end of the world." This designation does not merely signify a single stopping point but a finishing state where the old, carnal order—such as Jewish carnal ordinances and heathen empires—gradually vanishes to make way for a spiritual, eternal state. As the temporary world ends through various stages, a "new heaven and a new earth" is established, representing the growing kingdom of God.The sources highlight that the kingdom of heaven is established through four successive great events, each considered a "coming" of Christ. These include the destruction of Jerusalem in the apostolic age, the fall of the heathen Roman empire under Constantine, the future destruction of Antichrist, and the final judgment. Each of the first three events serves as a type or image of the last, involving a spiritual resurrection and a deliverance of the church from its enemies.Finally, the sources address why this process is gradual rather than instantaneous. This slow progression allows the glory of God’s wisdom to be more visible to His creatures through successive manifestations. Additionally, it ensures a more complete triumph over Satan, as God defeats the adversary’s various machinations over many ages before his final, eternal vanquishment.Reformed Theologian GPT: https://chat.openai.com/g/g-XXwzX1gnv-reformed-theologianhttps://buymeacoffee.com/edi2730