Definition: The theological lens used to understand scripture, such as preterist, futurist, or idealist.
Scripture: 2 Tim 2:15 Acts 17:11
Tags: hermeneutics, theology, prophecy
Type: Doctrinal
Related: Exegesis, Hermeneutics
Sources: Interpretive type shapes eschatological conclusions.
Notes: Preterism is one of several interpretive frameworks, emphasizing historical fulfillment.
Definition: Spiritual reign of Christ, not tied to physical geography or political power.
Scripture: Luke 17:20–21 John 18:36 Col 1:13
Tags: kingdom, spirituality, covenant
Type: Preterist
Related: New Covenant, Reign of Christ
Sources: Kingdom is present and spiritual.
Notes: Preterism emphasizes invisible kingdom as fulfilled reality.
Definition: Call to enter covenant relationship, extended to Jew and Gentile alike.
Scripture: Matt 22:9 Rev 22:17 Isa 55:1–3
Tags: grace, covenant, inclusion
Type: Pastoral
Related: Evangelism, Gospel
Sources: Invitation is open and urgent.
Notes: Preterism sees invitation as fulfilled in apostolic mission and spiritual access.
Definition: Symbolic of divided kingdoms in Daniel’s prophecy, often linked to Roman fragmentation.
Scripture: Dan 2:33–35 Dan 2:41–43
Tags: symbolism, prophecy, empire
Type: Typological
Related: Beast, Rome
Sources: Represents instability and judgment.
Notes: Preterism sees this as fulfilled in the decline of Roman authority.
Definition: Prophetic encounter with God’s holiness and commissioning for covenantal warning.
Scripture: Isa 6:1–8
Tags: prophecy, holiness, calling
Type: Historical
Related: Prophetic Office, Covenant Warning
Sources: Isaiah’s vision sets tone for judgment and hope.
Notes: Preterism sees Isaiah’s message as foundational to covenant transition.
Definition: The covenant nation, redefined in Christ to include all who believe.
Scripture: Rom 9:6–8 Gal 6:16 Matt 10:6
Tags: identity, covenant, prophecy
Type: Preterist
Related: Remnant, House of Israel
Sources: Israel is both historical and spiritual.
Notes: Preterism sees true Israel as the faithful remnant in Christ.
Definition: Rebellion against God’s covenant, leading to judgment and exile.
Scripture: Jer 2:13 Hos 4:1–2 Matt 23:37
Tags: judgment, covenant, rebellion
Type: Historical
Related: Harlot, Remnant
Sources: Apostasy triggers covenantal consequences.
Notes: Preterism sees apostasy as culminating in AD 70 judgment.
Definition: Nations or powers opposing God’s covenant people, often judged in prophetic literature.
Scripture: Ps 83:2–5 Isa 13:1–5 Rev 19:19
Tags: judgment, history, opposition
Type: Historical
Related: Babylon, Edom
Sources: Enemies symbolize spiritual resistance.
Notes: Preterism sees enemies as historically judged and spiritually overcome.
Definition: Faithful subset preserved through judgment and included in New Covenant.
Scripture: Isa 10:22 Rom 11:5 Luke 1:6
Tags: remnant, covenant, identity
Type: Preterist
Related: Elect, Faithfulness
Sources: Remnant is key to covenant continuity.
Notes: Preterism sees remnant as bridge between Old and New Covenant.
Definition: Promise of renewal, fulfilled spiritually in the New Covenant community.
Scripture: Ezek 37:21–28 Rom 11:26 Acts 3:21
Tags: restoration, covenant, prophecy
Type: Preterist
Related: Remnant, Resurrection
Sources: Restoration is spiritual, not national.
Notes: Preterism sees restoration fulfilled in the church and spiritual rebirth.