1.) From the Erickson material (chapter 30) identify and discuss the significance of properly ordering and holding in balance Christology 'from above' and 'from below'. How do these interrelate? Which one has an 'ontological' priority (comes first in the order of being)? How can things go wrong if we do not get the order right?
2.) Sum and analyst the significance of the biblical teaching regarding the deity of Christ, and discuss the importance of Christ's deity in the Christian Faith (chapter 31)
3.) From Erickson's book chapter 35, sum and analyze the work of Christ as the author organizes it around the prophetic, kingly, and priestly roles come to fulfill? How does each of these illumine his saving mission? How does our focus on a God-centered understanding of Christ's work help make sense of Christ's saving mission?