Typology of Christ
Typology of Christ4
The Wave-Sheaf Typical of Christ.
By John Gill0LEV 23:10John Gill preaches on the significance of the Wave-Sheaf as a type of Christ, illustrating how the rituals of the Jewish feasts foreshadowed Jesus' life, death, and resurrection. He emphasizes that the sheaf of first-fruits represents Christ's humility and his role as the first to rise from the dead, ensuring the resurrection of all believers. Gill draws parallels between the sheaf's reaping and Christ's apprehension, highlighting the suffering He endured and the offerings that accompanied the sheaf, which symbolize Christ's sacrifice. The sermon concludes with a call to remember the profound implications of Christ's resurrection for believers, urging gratitude and observance of the night of His betrayal and suffering.
Joseph, a Type of Christ
By Harry Ironside0GEN 37:3JHN 1:18PHP 2:10Harry Ironside presents Joseph as a profound type of Christ, illustrating the deep love of the Father for the Son and the rejection faced by both figures. He emphasizes Joseph's role as the beloved son, his dreams of glory, and his mission to seek his brethren, paralleling these with Jesus' life and ministry. Ironside highlights Joseph's integrity in temptation and his eventual exaltation, drawing connections to Christ's suffering, rejection, and ultimate glory. The sermon concludes with the reminder of Joseph's legacy and how it foreshadows the eternal life offered through Jesus, who is the source of all spiritual sustenance. Ironside encourages believers to trust in Christ, the true deliverer, who provides for their needs and offers eternal hope.
Of the Exhibition of the Covenant of Grace Under the Mosaic Dispensation.
By John Gill0JHN 5:46HEB 3:1John Gill expounds on the exhibition of the Covenant of Grace during the Mosaic Dispensation, emphasizing Moses as a significant figure who typifies Christ through his roles as mediator, prophet, priest, and king. He illustrates how the ceremonial laws, including the Passover, manna, and the brazen serpent, foreshadow Christ and the grace of the covenant, providing a deeper understanding of salvation and redemption. Gill highlights that these types and shadows were meant to lead the Israelites to faith in Christ, the ultimate fulfillment of the covenant. He also discusses other figures like Aaron and Joshua, who further exemplify the grace of God and the promise of salvation through Christ. The sermon ultimately points to the continuity of God's redemptive plan from the Old Testament to the New Testament.
David a Type of Christ.
By John Gill02SA 23:1PSA 18:1PSA 22:1PSA 110:4ISA 11:1MAT 27:46LUK 23:34JHN 19:30ACT 5:31PHP 2:9John Gill preaches on how David serves as a type of Christ, emphasizing that David's last words were prophetic and foreshadowed the coming Messiah. He highlights David's humble beginnings as the son of Jesse, his anointing by God, and his exaltation to kingship, paralleling these aspects with the life and ministry of Jesus Christ. Gill draws attention to the significance of David's psalms, which not only reflect his own experiences but also point to the sufferings and glory of Christ. He encourages believers to cherish the last words of both David and Jesus, as they hold profound meaning for faith and salvation. Ultimately, Gill calls for a deeper appreciation of the psalms as they reveal the character and work of Christ.