The volume explores the complex evolution of the term "Messiah" from its Old Testament roots to its New Testament fulfillment in Jesus. Key Themes and Contributors

: The book concludes with a critical response by Craig A. Evans , who synthesizes the different viewpoints presented.

: Scholars like Tremper Longman III and Mark J. Boda examine messianic concepts in the Law, Prophets, and other Hebrew writings, noting that the term "Messiah" (anointed) often referred to contemporary kings or priests before becoming an eschatological hope.

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: I. Howard Marshall, Stanley Porter, and others analyze how each Gospel and the Pauline epistles interpret Jesus' messiahship. For example, Porter argues that Luke-Acts presents Jesus as a "prophetic Messiah".