

396: Talmudic Matthew — Desert and Sea
Jun 20, 2024
Brent Billings, Elle Grover Fricks, and Reed Dent analyze Matthew 4 through a Talmudic lens, discussing testing, triumph over temptation, strategies to defeat Satan, and the significance of 40 days and nights in biblical stories. They explore the cultural significance of Galilee and emphasize embracing vulnerability and joy in answering God's call.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Exploring Temptation in the Wilderness: A Talmudic Perspective
02:04 • 10min
Exploring Testing and Self-Discovery
12:01 • 7min
Triumph Over Temptation and Testing Credibility
19:30 • 21min
Strategies to Defeat Satan and Jesus' Triumph
40:05 • 18min
Exploring the Significance of 40 Days and 40 Nights in Biblical Stories
58:12 • 4min
The Origin of Matthew and Cultural Significance of Galilee
01:02:20 • 10min
Embracing Vulnerability and Joy in Answering God's Call
01:12:20 • 5min