Greg Boyd: Apologies & Explanations Was Jesus Actually Born in Bethlehem?
May 28, 2025
Explore the intriguing debate about whether Jesus was actually born in Bethlehem. The discussion unveils scholarly challenges to this traditional belief and dives into the variances found in the Gospel accounts. Greg also draws parallels between ancient prophecies and contemporary issues, including the influence of misinformation. Tune in for thought-provoking insights that question established narratives and engage with important theological topics.
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Scholars' Debate on Jesus' Birthplace
- Some scholars deny Jesus was born in Bethlehem because of perceived contradictions in Gospel accounts.
- Greg Boyd accepts the prophecy of Bethlehem birth as true and reconciles historical details accordingly.
Belief in Prophecy and Historical Details
- Greg Boyd believes prophecies can be true and cites God's foretelling Jesus' Bethlehem birth 500 years prior.
- He finds no necessary contradictions in Luke and Matthew when considering historical contexts.
Impact of Assumptions on Belief
- Assumptions rejecting miracles and fulfilled prophecy lead some to deny Jesus was born in Bethlehem.
- Greg Boyd does not accept these assumptions and therefore affirms the Bethlehem birth.