
 Homebrewed Christianity
 Homebrewed Christianity Matthew Thiessen: Jesus & the Forces of Death
 Jul 23, 2023 
 Dr. Matthew Thiessen, expert in religious studies, discusses Jesus, Judaism, and purity systems, challenging misconceptions and interpreting healing miracles. He unravels the theological significance of Jesus as a force of life over death, emphasizing his power over impurity and holiness. The conversation offers fresh perspectives on understanding religious texts and explores the upcoming 'theology beer camp' event. 
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 Introduction 
 00:00 • 3min 
 Exploring Jesus, Judaism, and Purity: A Scholar's Journey 
 02:42 • 21min 
 Personal Reflections on Family and Jesus in Luke's Gospel 
 23:55 • 1min 
 Exploring Jesus' Jewish Upbringing and Context of Healing Miracles 
 25:15 • 4min 
 Jesus and Healing Impurity 
 29:11 • 9min 
 Jesus's Power Over Impurity and Death 
 38:29 • 21min 
 Engaging Discussion on a Favorite Book Chapter and Future Plans 
 59:36 • 3min 
