The topos of Divine Testimony in Luke-Acts. James R. McConnell

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in the name of Jesus, they answer: “[W]e cannot keep from speaking about what we have seen and heard” (Acts 4:20; emphasis added). Thus, one notes that in Luke-Acts (cf., e.g., Luke 7:22) there is an emphasis on what has been said as well as what has been done in various contexts.2 In this study, I will explore this twofold emphasis on what is said and done concerning the testimony of God, specifically what God has said and done in testifying to the innocence and piety of his son and the followers of the son, as well as the lack of piety on the part of those who oppose Jesus and the apostles.

      Purpose of the Analysis

      History of Research

      Toposforschung

      OT Citations and References

      Given this christology in Luke-Acts, Bock then speculates as to what Luke’s purposes might have been for creating this image of Jesus. His conclusion is that Luke is attempting to erase any doubts that may exist in his auditors’ minds concerning the way in which Jesus’ death is part of the βουλή τοῦ θεοῦ. Also, Bock argues that Luke is attempting to reassure his audience that the mission to the Gentiles is also a part of God’s overall plan for the salvation of all human beings.