The Apocalyptic Gospel Podcast E3: Acts 17: The Proclamation of Jewish Eschatological Expectation in a Pagan Setting
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Jul 15, 2020 Exploring Acts 17, this episode delves into the unique Gospel message preached by Paul to the Gentiles. It discusses the significance of the Day of the Lord in the Jewish diaspora and its role in calling for repentance and faith. The podcast also examines the concept of the Day of God and its explanation to Gentiles, the influence of non-canonical texts on Jewish beliefs, the connection between Jewish cosmology and the proclamation of the Gospel, and the importance of adapting the message to different contexts.
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The Chicken Coop Interruptions
- Bill mentions building a chicken coop in 100 degree heat while raising seven children.
- The hosts joke about chirping chicks interrupting recording to humanize the conversation.
Paul's Unique Gentile Presentation
- Acts 17 is unique because Paul explains the entire gospel to a wholly Gentile audience with no Jewish grid.
- He outlines history from creation to the coming Day of the Lord to show why repentance and faith are required.
Day Of The Lord As Climactic Judgment
- The Day of the Lord is a sudden, climactic intervention where God judges and restores creation.
- First-century Jews expected a forensic courtroom-style event that rewrites history and demands repentance.