Become a member of the Center for Bible Study! 👉https://give.ministrylinq.com/App/Form/d96bbdb5-197e-4a2d-820c-e3e4e3683e06Join the Facebook Center for Bible Study Group for ongoing conversation about the Bible, live Q&A sessions, and great community. 👉 https://www.facebook.com/groups/908391187019803In this engaging conversation, Dr. Michael Shepherd discusses his new book, which explores the interpretive nature of the Bible, particularly focusing on the prophets. He emphasizes that the Bible itself is a product of interpretation, with early biblical authors serving as its first interpreters. The discussion delves into the complexities of ancient interpretations, the relationship between the Hebrew text and its interpretations, and the significance of the New Covenant. Dr. Shepherd also highlights the interconnectedness of the Twelve Prophets and the transition from oral to written prophecy, providing valuable insights for modern readers.Key Takeaways- The Bible is an interpretive project itself.- Early biblical interpreters are the biblical authors.- Interpretation generates the Bible, not just transforms it.- Ancient interpretations can be valuable for modern readers.- The relationship between the Hebrew text and its interpretations is complex.- Isaiah connects to the Mosaic tradition in significant ways.- Jeremiah's text has two distinct versions with different theological implications.- Ezekiel discusses statutes that expose human inability to follow God's laws.- The New Covenant is a transformative relationship, not a mere renewal.- The Twelve Prophets are interconnected and should be read as a single composition.Grab your copy of How Did They Read the Prophets? 👉 https://www.amazon.com/How-They-Read-Prophets-Interpretations/dp/0802885411/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3SVVJW2EY25EC&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.7RyiZ6cfU3M6IKZNheMUQdL7tNpTnOc9G-x3zYVbNoA.iWD5M6CbRv2DweMz67S2JAhAaJbh7FvC_-7NaLM9KBM&dib_tag=se&keywords=how+did+they+read+the+prophets&qid=1757351136&sprefix=how+did+they+read+the+%2Caps%2C148&sr=8-1

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Join the Facebook Center for Bible Study Group for ongoing conversation about the Bible, live Q&A sessions, and great community. 👉 https://www.facebook.com/groups/908391187019803In this conversation, Dr. Jonathan Lyonhart discusses his new book, 'The Journey of God,' which presents a unique approach to the Christian story through six acts. He emphasizes the importance of addressing the questions of truth, beauty, and goodness in Christianity, while also highlighting the need for storytelling that captures the paradoxes of faith. The discussion explores the target audience for the book, the challenges faced by contemporary Christians, and the significance of understanding the Christian narrative in a modern context. In this conversation, Dr. JD Lyonhart and Max Botner explore the intricate relationship between Jewish tradition and Christian theology, focusing on themes of redemption, atonement, and the role of the church. They discuss the universal mission of the Jewish people, the significance of resurrection, and the tension between community and individual identity within the church. The conversation also delves into eschatology, emphasizing the importance of understanding the end times in relation to present life and faith.JD Lyonhart (PhD, Cambridge) is a British-Canadian theologian, philosopher, author, and ordained minister. He is an Associate Professor of Religion and Philosophy at the University of Jamestown, a Fellow at the Cambridge Center for the Study of Platonism at Cambridge University, and a co-host of the Spiritually Incorrect Podcast.Grab your copy of The Journey of God 👉 https://www.amazon.com/Journey-God-Christianity-Six-Movements/dp/1514009242/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3VA1RYXBWPMGE&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.NhYtWDbbclUq55UhVs7A6mH54bj6B6ML1a1deCkRY6C6lopqYst5iiTyVBRAXwm_YQWpY4J2BdAgnel2M_2YeitFOBYhUV6ek1bEJONBHcDuup9ouRYAZvWQAG5nh35XGfk8a4wGwlKEu_IXrO_FENILoks-EB8FIfW5pJBPeDwTa2udLn4Re96vW30q-VggU9-IBVwaqCwobOkwjrAHwfB7fU2aQmBUBulMf0aCipE.meUkZq9cguF8iSVf5fb35ba4uzkNGHifAs2-X8CS7ec&dib_tag=se&keywords=the+journey+of+god&qid=1748832157&sprefix=the+journey+of+%2Caps%2C475&sr=8-1Dr. Lyonhart's Website 👉 https://www.jdlyonhart.com/The Spiritually Incorrect Podcast 👉 https://www.spirituallyincorrectpodcast.com/

Become a member of the Center for Bible Study! 👉https://give.ministrylinq.com/App/Form/d96bbdb5-197e-4a2d-820c-e3e4e3683e06Join the Facebook Center for Bible Study Group for ongoing conversation about the Bible, live Q&A sessions, and great community. 👉 https://www.facebook.com/groups/908391187019803In this conversation, Dr. Grant Underwood discusses his book, 'Latter-day Saint Theology Among Christian Theologies,' exploring the intersections and distinctions between Latter-day Saint beliefs and traditional Christian doctrines. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the relationship between various scriptures, the concept of divine embodiment, and the role of Heavenly Mother within LDS theology. The discussion also touches on the nature of the Trinity and the ongoing revelation in Latter-day Saint faith, providing insights into how these beliefs shape the understanding of God and humanity. This conversation delves into the theological distinctions and similarities between Latter-day Saint beliefs and traditional Christian doctrines. It explores the nature of God, the concept of time, the progression of Jesus Christ, apostolic succession, eschatology, and the LDS perspective on other Christian faiths. The discussion emphasizes the importance of understanding and appreciating diverse theological views while fostering an ecumenical spirit.Dr. Grant Underwood is a historian of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and a professor at Brigham Young University (BYU). He is also the author of The Millennial World of Early Mormonism and the editor of Voyages of Faith: Explorations in Mormon Pacific History.Grab your copy of Latter-day Saint Theology Among Christian Theologies 👉 https://www.amazon.com/Latter-day-Saint-Theology-Christian-Theologies/dp/0802884407/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2EGR7T0DFB6KZ&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.wCgsu4Z7JLZ2DxjyMzp8mBsXwZu2M2nkE1p4_xhMN1JEizCjcNm6v84EJZhMfFGBcE4PVe_VipwO5lOly4cEFCcwk_Lkxf5OlYKuYW0CGjX7LCWMl33CpQmmsFAVw1MN18trx0JT5gYWB-m0ZCwprf-7pCMhsSz2RIIFm28hNu0wECBLAnPFcsoOjNeACs8IlNmAeWS9CZRoVnUqU0K4VGZpGNWTlBxkZVKPA6bjW3c.HEPdThwP7lCrzGKi0YDcLOsIKwiBZ12tHgasmT5ibb0&dib_tag=se&keywords=grant+underwood&qid=1747614437&sprefix=grant+underwoo%2Caps%2C290&sr=8-1

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Become a member of the Center for Bible Study! 👉https://give.ministrylinq.com/App/Form/d96bbdb5-197e-4a2d-820c-e3e4e3683e06Join the Facebook Center for Bible Study Group for ongoing conversation about the Bible, live Q&A sessions, and great community. 👉 https://www.facebook.com/groups/908391187019803Follow Dr. Botner on social mediaFacebook page: 👉 https://www.facebook.com/MABotner/ Twitter: 👉 https://twitter.com/maxbotner/ TikTok: 👉 https://www.instagram.com/drmaxbotner/ Instagram: 👉 https://www.instagram.com/drmaxbotner/In this conversation, Dr. James Barker shares his insights into the synoptic problem, discussing the historical context of gospel origins and the importance of critical scholarship. He emphasizes the need for independent thinking in biblical studies and explores the writing practices of ancient authors, particularly in relation to the gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. In this conversation, Dr. James Barker discusses the intricacies of ancient writing, the use of multiple sources by ancient authors, and the implications of these practices for understanding the synoptic gospels. He elaborates on the Farrer hypothesis, the relationship between the gospels of John and the synoptics, and the theological implications of gospel development, particularly in relation to Trinitarian theology. The discussion emphasizes the importance of literary analysis in understanding the gospels and the evolution of Christological thought.Access Dr. Baker's academic work 👉 page https://wku.academia.edu/JamesBarkerGrab your copy of Writing and Rewriting the Gospels 👉https://www.amazon.com/Writing-Rewriting-Gospels-John-Synoptics/dp/0802874525?&linkCode=sl1&tag=jacobberman55-20&linkId=243c689c6182bb36b2c5c343711947b5&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tlz

Become a member of the Center for Bible Study! 👉https://give.ministrylinq.com/App/Form/d96bbdb5-197e-4a2d-820c-e3e4e3683e06Join the Facebook Center for Bible Study Group for ongoing conversation about the Bible, live Q&A sessions, and great community. 👉 https://www.facebook.com/groups/908391187019803Follow Dr. Botner on social mediaFacebook page: 👉 https://www.facebook.com/MABotner/ Twitter: 👉 https://twitter.com/maxbotner/ TikTok: 👉 https://www.instagram.com/drmaxbotner/ Instagram: 👉 https://www.instagram.com/drmaxbotner/In this conversation, Dr. Tzvi Novick discusses his book 'Judaism, a Guide for Christians' and explores the complex relationship between Judaism and Christianity. He shares his academic background, the impetus for writing the book, and the importance of understanding Judaism as a living tradition. The discussion delves into the development of rabbinic Judaism, the concept of supersessionism in Christian theology, and the nature of rabbinic debate and study, highlighting the theological implications of these topics. In this conversation, Tzvi Novick discusses the intricate relationship between Judaism and Christianity, focusing on themes such as the interpretation of divine law, the journey from Torah to Talmud, the nature of Jewish spirituality, and the significance of Zionism. He emphasizes the importance of community in Jewish practice and the understanding of law as an expression of God's love. The discussion also touches on the concepts of merit and afterlife in Judaism, contrasting it with Christian perspectives, and concludes with reflections on contemporary Jewish identity and spirituality.

Dr. Tzvi Novick is Abrams Professor of Jewish Thought and Culture at the University of Notre Dame. Professor Novick completed a B.A. from Yale University with a degree in philosophy. After a very brief but instructive legal career, and an MA in Hebrew Bible from Yeshiva University, he enrolled in the PhD program in Religious Studies at Yale, from which he graduated in 2008 with a focus on early rabbinic Judaism (ca. 2nd to 6th c.). Professor Novick has taught at Notre Dame ever since, on subjects ranging from the Bible to modern Judaism and post-Holocaust literature and theology.Grab your copy of Judaism: A Guide for Christians 👉 https://www.amazon.com/Judaism-Guide-Christians-Tzvi-Novick/dp/0802884326/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2VXA7GE90MLZB&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.ydi5ars04mfh8uHJSZ0S9KRYa7HUg6GvBF8hleH2U6aZXYUze7tpfRY5bZFpyRgNOCET8x7UefzaY8Fej5TlZ_UIU9GoAH7yF3Odf53RQ6cQKvR_7gI7FcyRlCo8ZWHEoPRoRqI_txBIOckw0OJ2CbnGmqNF7esADSrrLB3_a-YNguAs6eky2gr68-qM7yEQffgTJh-c2FInEoNekm6hg2qQwzG3HLwWbXRmpyS8Q78.VQyJTWJBqOo5W2bw15CEnwIN0zhUrc51JzOiqWlNzyU&dib_tag=se&keywords=judaism+a+guide+for+christians&qid=1742074253&sprefix=judaism%3A+a+gu%2Caps%2C271&sr=8-1#judaism #chrstian #tzvinovick #rabbinicjudaism #supersessionism #jewish #theology #jewishtradition #talmud #torah #zionism #spirituality #law #afterlife

Become a member of the Center for Bible Study! 👉https://give.ministrylinq.com/App/Form/d96bbdb5-197e-4a2d-820c-e3e4e3683e06Join the Facebook Center for Bible Study Group for ongoing conversation about the Bible, live Q&A sessions, and great community. 👉 https://www.facebook.com/groups/908391187019803Follow Dr. Botner on social mediaFacebook page: 👉 https://www.facebook.com/MABotner/ Twitter: 👉 https://twitter.com/maxbotner/ TikTok: 👉 https://www.instagram.com/drmaxbotner/ Instagram: 👉 https://www.instagram.com/drmaxbotner/In this conversation, Dr. Matthew Novenson discusses his book 'Paul and Judaism at the End of History,' exploring the complex relationship between Paul and Judaism. He argues that traditional interpretations often misread Paul's critiques of Judaism, suggesting instead that eschatology is central to understanding Paul's theology. Novenson also addresses the meaning of 'Judaism' in Paul's letters, the nature of his opponents, and the problematic use of the term 'legalism' in Pauline scholarship. In this conversation, Matthew Novenson explores the complexities of Paul's theology, particularly his views on legalism, the relationship between Jews and Gentiles, and the implications of the Christ event for both groups. He argues that Paul's letters are not merely anti-legalistic but are deeply rooted in the announcement of Christ's resurrection. Novenson also discusses how Paul's understanding of the law evolves in light of the resurrection and how it affects his ethical teachings, emphasizing the enduring importance of love as a commandment that transcends mortality.Matthew Novenson is the Helen H. P. Manson Professor of New Testament at Princeton Theological Seminary. He is also an honorary fellow in the Faculty of Divinity at the University of Edinburgh, where previously he held the Chair of Biblical Criticism and Biblical Antiquities. His monographs include Christ among the Messiahs (Oxford University Press, 2012), The Grammar of Messianism (Oxford University Press, 2017), Paul, Then and Now (Eerdmans, 2022), and Paul and Judaism at the End of History (Cambridge University Press, 2024). His edited volumes include Monotheism and Christology in Greco-Roman Antiquity (Brill, 2020) and The Oxford Handbook of Pauline Studies (Oxford University Press, 2022). He is founder and co-editor of the book series Edinburgh Studies in Religion in Antiquity (Edinburgh University Press) and associate editor of the journal New Testament Studies.Grab your copy of Paul and Judaism at the End of History 👉 https://www.amazon.com/Paul-Judaism-at-End-History/dp/1316519848/ref=sr_1_1?crid=215Q20ODLHQUF&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.2z4pzoFa6i7BW7PSiIuEBSuMU97rMhCd4PaDy8QAG_3apAj_YXtBgFlYlgyAfUYwUqwB1_5kiX-wpk3K6Z5qpAHztTD_eqF7H4MYE_xl048gRS8UExV96kBT7DSADCs4.7iynYG7tpq47jDd7GaSYICoHnyi3-btTIpSNMAVt7CY&dib_tag=se&keywords=paul+and+judaism+at+the+end+of+history&qid=1740366710&sprefix=paul+and+juda%2Caps%2C182&sr=8-1