New Testament professor Nijay Gupta discusses his book 'Strange Religion' and explains the pagan values and practices returning from Roman religion. The hosts react to a controversial Super Bowl ad depicting foot washing, and discuss the misunderstandings of Jesus washing his disciples' feet. Other topics include a trip to Las Vegas, swearing parrots, a pigeon spy, Roman religion, and the contrast between Roman rituals and Christian worship.

Dr. Nijay Gupta, a Professor of New Testament, discusses the unique practices of the early Christian community, contrasting them with Roman traditions. The episode explores the roots of home churches, transitioning to larger congregations, and nurturing intimacy in church gatherings through shared meals and mutual edification.

In this engaging discussion, AJ Swoboda, a speaker weaving faith with culture, and Nijay Gupta, a New Testament scholar, dive deep into the complexities of doubt in the Christian journey. They explore how deconstruction can lead to richer faith and personal transformation. By examining biblical figures like Paul and Peter, they demonstrate how vulnerability and authenticity can strengthen communities. The conversation encourages embracing doubt as a necessary part of growth and challenges simplistic views of spirituality, urging a deeper quest for truth.

Episode: The book we’re talking about today is Tell Her Story: How Women Led, Taught, and Ministered in the Early Church with IVP Academic. In this episode, we explore the data about women […] The post Nijay Gupta – Tell Her Story: Women in the Early Church first appeared on OnScript.

Dr. Nijay Gupta discusses the powerful exhortation of Jude, focusing on the balance of orthodoxy and compassion. They explore studying methods, three worlds approach, faith, false teachers, Enoch, compassion, and growth in faith. Listeners are encouraged to engage with Jude through daily reading, meditation, and questioning.

Two events have our attention. First, a new documentary about reality TV’s Dugger family is exposing the ugly side of the Christian fundamentalism, patriarchy, and legalism taught by Bill Gothard’s ministry. And, Christian broadcaster and pillar of the Religious Right, Pat Robertson, died this week at 93. Was there a link between the popularity of Gothard and Robertson for a whole generation of American Christians? Then, New Testament scholar Nijay Gupta talks about his new book “Tell Her Story: How Women Led, Taught, and Ministered in the Early Church.” And he participates in an unexpected therapy session with Skye about their shared background. Also this week—Kaitlyn is learning German, book bans backfire on the Bible in Utah, and Phil rescues pets from fallen ministry leaders. Patreon Bonus:  Christian Asks - What does it mean to not use the Lord's name in vain? https://www.patreon.com/posts/84518764   Bonus Interview with Nijay Gupta - https://www.patreon.com/posts/84519280 0:00 - Intro   1:38 - Show Starts   2:27 - Theme Song   2:49 - Sponsor - Sundays Dog Food Get 35% off your first order of Sundays. Go to SundaysForDogs.com/HOLYPOST or use code HOLYPOST at checkout.  4:01 - Kaitlyn learning German   7:16  - Bible banned in schools   15:00 - Shiny Happy People and Pat Robertson   Sponsors   49:15 - Sponsor - Hiya Health Go to hiyahealth.com/HOLYPOST to receive 50% off your first order   50:20 - Sponsor -  Faithful Counseling Get 10% off your first month at Faithful Counseling.com/HOLYPOST   51:30 - Interview Intro   52:58 - Nijay Gupta  Nijay Gupta twitter - https://twitter.com/NijayKGupta   1:05:20 Women in the Old Testament   1:11: 21 Women in Rome   1:19:59 Paul and pragmatism   1:27:22   - End Credits Links mentioned in news segment:   Utah parent upset by book bans gets Bible pulled from school shelves to expose ‘bad faith process’ - https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/utah-parent-upset-book-bans-gets-bible-pulled-school-shelves-expose-ba-rcna87450 Reading for the Love of God: How to Read as a Spiritual Practice by Jessica Hooten Wilson - https://amzn.to/43DR7kr   The Righteous Mind: Why Good People Are Divided by Politics and Religion by Jonathan Haidt - https://amzn.to/3qwccOT    WITH by Skye Jethani - https://amzn.to/3JbZNpI Other resources:   Tell Her Story: How Women Led, Taught, and Ministered in the Early Church by Nijay Gupta https://amzn.to/3NdVZa7   The Making of Biblical Womanhood: How the Subjugation of Women Became Gospel Truth by Beth Allison Barr - https://amzn.to/3Xcgbwn Holy Post website: https://www.holypost.com/   Holy Post Plus: www.holypost.com/plus   Holy Post Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/holypost   Holy Post Merch Store: https://www.holypost.com/shop The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

In a lively discussion, AJ Swoboda, a church leader reflecting on community impacts, and Nijay Gupta, a theologian offering fresh insights, explore the pandemic's reshaping of church dynamics. They delve into the rise of online services and the longing for tactile community connections, as Swoboda notes, "You gotta be able to smell each other!" The duo grapples with shifting attendance trends, the search for genuine spiritual ties, and the need for empathy in a post-pandemic world, challenging traditional notions of faith and participation.

Dr. Gupta teaches New Testament courses at Northern and works closely with the Master of Arts in New Testament and the Doctor in Ministry in New Testament Context cohorts. Dr. Gupta has been teaching for more than a decade, is the author of the recent important study, Paul and the Language of Faith and the forthcoming Tell Her Story, which addresses women’s roles in the church from an egalitarian perspective, which forms the topic of our conversation. Nijay currently serves as the Editor-in-Chief of the Bulletin for Biblical Research, Co-Editor of The Bible in God’s World series with Scot McKnight, and as a member of the Editorial Board of both Ex Auditu and of the Biblical Interpretation Series. He is a graduate of Miami of Ohio University, Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary, and the University of Durham. Support Theology in the Raw through Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theologyintheraw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Professor Nijay Gupta discusses the peculiarities of early Christians in Roman society, including their worship practices, sense of community, and countercultural beliefs. They explore the challenges faced by Christians, the persecution they endured for their faith, and the compelling message of Christianity in contrast to Roman beliefs.

Dr. Nijay Gupta discusses the uniqueness of early Christians, the mystery of God and time, and the reputation problem of Christianity. The episode dives into the challenging nature of early Christianity, the dedication of Paul to his spiritual mission, and the motivations behind acts of grace and healing by the apostles. Contrasts between Roman traditions and Christian practices are explored, emphasizing the transformative impact of empathy and service in sharing the gospel.