The Jesus Who Changes People’s Lives!

Dr. Lindsey possessed that quality in an individual which is difficult to find in the church today. His was a rare combination of heart and mind, faith and critical thinking. In Lindsey one could see this unique blend, both in his ministry and in his scholarship.

Lindsey autographs a copy of his new book, A Hebrew Translation of the Gospel of Mark, following the joint press conference that he and David Flusser gave at Baptist House (Oct. 19, 1969; photo: Kurt Ben-Joseph).

A couple of years ago I visited Dr. Lindsey and his wife, Margaret. I shared with them about my work. When I mentioned to him, “The Jesus who comes through as a result of your approach to the Gospels is a powerful figure who changes people’s lives,” his eyes lit up.

Lindsey in a moment of reflection (circa 1975–1980; photo: Kurt Ben-Joseph).   Following the death of Robert L. Lindsey on May 31, 1995, Jerusalem Perspective magazine published a memorial issue (October-December 1995, No. 49). Included in that issue were eight tributes to Lindsey written by his colleagues and students, including that of Steven Notley above. “How to Know Jesus? Follow Lindsey!” by David Flusser “Practicing What He Preached” by Halvor Ronning “Blessed Be the Faithful Judge!” by David Bivin “To My Teacher, Pastor and Beloved Friend” by Brad Young “A Doer of His Father’s Will” by Joseph Frankovic “Excerpts from a Eulogy” by Ken Mullican “Jesus at the Center” by Dwight Pryor