Theology of the Synoptics

Reformed Thinking · Jan 20, 2026 · 38m · transcript

Deep Dive into The Moody Handbook of Theology, Revised and Expanded by Paul Enns - Theology of the SynopticsThe term synoptic refers to the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke, which share a similar perspective on the life of Jesus. A central focus in biblical theology is the synoptic problem, which investigates the literary relationships and potential shared sources, such as the hypothetical Q document, among these three writers. Several theories, including the two-document and four-document theories, attempt to explain how the authors utilized oral traditions and written sources. While…