The Ten Minute Bible Hour Podcast GAL288 - The Montanist Crisis
Oct 1, 2025
Explore the fascinating dynamics of early Christianity in Iconium and its archaeological significance. Discover how limited physical evidence contrasts with rich historical records, shedding light on the area's Christian roots. Dive into the emergence of the Montanist movement, characterized by ecstatic prophecy and radical claims. Hear about the mixed reactions from church leaders and how this movement became a major crisis for local believers. The discussion highlights the cultural and religious influences on this pivotal frontier town.
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Text-First, Not Sermon-First
- Matt frames the podcast as a slow, curious reading that follows the text rather than preaching.
- He emphasizes historical context to understand what original audiences thought.
Testing Galatians' Long-Term Impact
- Matt explains this episode is an epilogue investigating whether Galatians' message stuck in local churches.
- He uses archaeology and records to test how communities received Paul's letter.
Iconium Buried Under Modern Konya
- Iconium's ancient remains lie under modern Konya, so archaeology is sparse and buried beneath a living city.
- Matt notes Iconium has a museum with inscription stones but little visible ruin to study.
