The Michael Knowles Show

Test Your BIBLE IQ: Michael Knowles vs. Protestant

Nov 2, 2025
In a lively showdown, Dr. Jeremiah Johnston, a renowned Bible scholar and Protestant apologist, talks with Michael Knowles. They engage in a riveting Bible IQ challenge, testing their knowledge on topics like the number of times 'fear not' appears and the age of Moses at death. The duo dives into scripture fun, revealing the only non-Jew anointed in the Hebrew Bible and discussing the significance of Esther's unique omission of God's name. Expect playful banter, trivia insights, and intriguing theological debates that highlight their diverse beliefs.
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ANECDOTE

Shroud Interview Led To Conversions

  • Jeremiah Johnston recounts meeting Michael Knowles during their Shroud of Turin interview and says many viewers began following Jesus afterward.
  • He frames that outreach as the clearest measure of success from their conversation.
ADVICE

Use Trivia To Teach Scripture

  • Michael and Jeremiah use a trivia format to teach biblical facts in an engaging way that listeners can emulate for study or teaching.
  • Use playful contests and questions to make scripture memorization social and memorable.
INSIGHT

Translation Changes Perceived Details

  • The shortest English verse is "Jesus wept" in John 11:35, but Greek originals can change which verse is shortest.
  • Jeremiah highlights how translation choices shift textual details and perceptions.
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