Misquoting Jesus with Bart Ehrman The Scholar and the Savior: Bridging Belief and Critical Study
Dec 31, 2024
In this engaging discussion, Bible scholar John Christopher Edwards, Vice President of Academic Affairs at St. Francis College, shares his journey reconciling faith and academia. He explores how critical biblical scholarship can enhance Christian belief. Listeners will find intriguing insights on navigating faith alongside critical study, historical complexities of biblical narratives, and the role of scholarship for both Christians and non-Christians. John emphasizes the importance of inquiry, encouraging an enriching understanding of the Bible that fosters deeper faith.
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Early Faith and Education
- John Edwards grew up in Northeast Tennessee in an evangelical Protestant environment.
- His faith journey deepened in his teens when he embraced his parents' faith, reading the Bible and praying daily.
Diverse Church Experiences
- Edwards' church background includes Pentecostal, Disciples of Christ, non-denominational, Baptist, Presbyterian, and Episcopalian traditions.
- He now attends an Episcopalian church, appreciating its global communion and liturgical focus.
Path to Critical Study
- Edwards' interest in critical study began with Bible studies led by Campus Crusade for Christ members.
- This led him to Moody Bible Institute, where he studied biblical languages and pursued scholarship.
