Dr. Dennis MacDonald joins to discuss the claim that false religions were inspired by Yahweh to prepare for Jesus and explores parallels between biblical stories and Greek mythology, comparing gods and Jesus, analyzing feeding stories in the Bible and the Odyssey, and discussing meeting expectations and exploring perspectives on Jesus.

Dennis MacDonald, a New Testament professor at Claremont School of Theology, dives into the fascinating interplay between Jesus and Greek literature. He explores how early Christians crafted narratives that positioned Jesus as a heroic figure, drawing parallels with characters like Odysseus. Discussion includes the significance of mythologizing in the New Testament, the connections between the Gospel of Mark and the Q source, and the literary influences that shaped early Christian identity. Expect intriguing insights on the prodigal son parable through a mythic lens and echoes of the Odyssey in Gospel narratives.