The Naked Bible Podcast

We’ve noted many times how the New Testament draws on the Old Testament for its content. Some books stand out in that regard. The Gospel of Matthew is one of them. Long regarded as the most Jewish gospel due to its numerous hooks into the Old Testament, Matthew was especially fond of the book of Exodus. In this episode, we’ll take a trip through Matthew to see how frequently Matthew utilizes Exodus and Moses imagery and episodes in his presentation of Jesus.

Recently Dr. Heiser reached out to his audience asking whether pastors who follow the podcast had tried teaching the content of his book, The Unseen Realm, to their congregations. The response was amazing, with close to 150 responses. The interest in sharing the experience of teaching the meta-narrative of Scripture to congregations stimulated the idea to have guest pastors and teachers on the podcast to tell us their stories. Join us as we listen to pastors of diverse denominations and congregations talk about the impact of teaching biblical theology in its original context to their people.

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Dive into the intriguing concept of Jesus' conception as explored in Matthew 1:20. Discover the unique Greek verb 'gennao' and its theological weight in the context of the Holy Spirit's role. The discussion also reveals how the portrayal of God as Father links to Israel’s identity and Jesus’ divine sonship. Additionally, unravel the connections between Matthew and the Old Testament, showcasing how specific language choices enrich our understanding of Jesus and divine wisdom.

Delve into the symbolism of Jesus as the gardener in John 20, connecting ancient religious motifs and kingship themes. Explore the significance of gardens as cosmic abodes and divine symbols in biblical and ancient Near Eastern cultures. Uncover hidden meanings in biblical texts, particularly Ezekiel 36, highlighting themes of destruction, restoration, and hope. Reinterpret Mary mistaking Jesus for the gardener as a deliberate theological connection with deeper implications.

Dr. Louis Markos returns to the podcast (first appearance, episode 322), this time to talk about the influence of Paradise Lost, the classic work by John Milton, and its influence on Christian thought about Satan and demons. Dr. Markos is Professor of English at Houston Baptist University. He is an authority on C. S. Lewis and J. R. R. Tolkien and also teaches courses on mythology, Classical Literature and Victorian and Romantic Literature. Dr. Markos recently reviewed Dr. Heiser’s book, The Unseen Realm, and found its emphasis on the supernatural metanarrative of the Bible not only fascinating, but quite important for contemporary believers, especially millennials Dr. Louis Markos’ Amazon Author Page

This discussion unpacks the intricate relationship between Israelite kingship and Jesus' portrayal in the Gospels. The hosts explore the themes of kingship, touching on the anointing of Saul and Solomon's challenges. They delve into how elements from the Old Testament shape our understanding of Jesus as King, particularly during significant events like his baptism and crucifixion. Additionally, the psychological aspects of survival shows like 'Alone' are examined, highlighting the impact of isolation. Finally, they stress the importance of historical context for deeper biblical insights.

Recently Dr. Heiser reached out to his audience asking whether pastors who follow the podcast had tried teaching the content of his book, The Unseen Realm, to their congregations. The response was amazing, with close to 150 responses. The interest in sharing the experience of teaching the meta-narrative of Scripture to congregations stimulated the idea to have guest pastors and teachers on the podcast to tell us their stories. This episode is the fourth of a series in that regard. Join us as we listen to pastors of diverse denominations and congregations talk about the impact of teaching biblical theology in its original context to their people.

Dr. Heiser answers your questions. PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SHOW HERE OR HERE

Few passages in the Bible are as familiar to Bible readers as John 3, the conversation between Jesus and Nicodemus. John 3 of course gives us memorable lines, such as “you must be born from above” (more popularly, “you must be born again”) and of course John 3:16. The chapter has also produced famous interpretive headaches, like “unless one is born of water and the Spirit he cannot see the kingdom of God” (John 3:5). This episode of the podcast seeks to explicate this verse by exploring the strength of the idea that the exodus and its Old Testament imagery provides the context for interpreting John 3.