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Can I Get a Witness?

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Oct 7, 2019
Carissa Quinn, a biblical scholar specializing in the Hebrew Bible and Psalms, delves into the profound theme of 'witness' in the Bible. She explores its legal and spiritual meanings, emphasizing that witnessing connects believers to God's narrative. The discussion highlights various roles of witnesses, from the divine to everyday stones, and underscores the responsibilities tied to being a witness in both ancient and modern contexts. Carissa explains how the act of witnessing shapes community identity and personal faith, revealing the transformative power behind sharing one's experiences.
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ANECDOTE

Awkward Witnessing

  • Jon grew up associating "witnessing" with street evangelism and attempts to convince non-believers.
  • He recalls an awkward youth group ministry involving unsolicited house visits and the "Romans Road" conversion tactic.
INSIGHT

Witness vs. Evangelism

  • Carissa notes that the biblical meaning of "witness" differs from the common evangelical understanding.
  • It's less about convincing and more about sharing an experience.
INSIGHT

Witness in the Bible

  • The word "witness" appears frequently in both the Old and New Testaments (over 200 times each).
  • It exists in noun and verb forms in both Hebrew (eid, oud) and Greek (martus, martireo).
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