After Class Podcast

The hosts discuss sports loyalty and recent wins, the interpretation and cultural context of Song of Songs, the significance of dark complexion and tension between classes in the book, the significance of Nard and speculating the setting, and exploring intimacy and symbolism in the poetic dialogue.

"The whole world was not worthy of the day in which this sublime song was given to Israel." - Rabbi Akiva What differentiates the Song of Songs from other ballads sung in the common pub? What purpose does it serve to the people of God? Why has a song about intimacy been included in the Holy Scriptures? The Song of Songs is the most interpreted book of the Bible, and over the years, interpretations have varied. In today's episode, the guys will survey those various interpretations as they get prepared to walk through the text itself.

New Year, New Series! A preposition can wield immense power in altering meaning and establishing ownership. When ancient language becomes an intimate affair, where the eloquence of antiquity embraces the rhythmic sensuality of poetic expression, the modern reader may find themselves lost between the sheets of paper that the Bible is written on. To kick off the New Year, John, Ron, and Sam delve into a biblical figure most associated with wisdom, Solomon. More specifically, the trio explores Solomon's Song of Songs, seeking wisdom from this biblical poetry's approach to the often-taboo topic of sex. Today, the guys ask: What does this book reveal about itself? Who are the characters, and did Solomon truly pen it? Join us as we set the stage for our study of Song of Songs, in today's episode of the After Class Podcast

It's 2024! We are here to celebrate with you, the listener! As we enter the 7th season of the After Class Podcast the guys explore the theme of New Year's resolutions and share moments from their lives when they renewed their way of thinking about God's word and the magnitude of His mission and witness to the world. We want to thank you for sticking with us each week and for engaging with us through email and Facebook! A special thank you to Great Lakes Christian College and to all those who make the podcast possible! Tune in and get personal with Sam, John, and Ron—perhaps you'll even experience your own paradigm shift this year! Happy Birthday Jenelle! Link to Drew Nyquist Professional Audio Production: https://drewanthonynyquist.wixsite.com/drew-anthony-nyquist?fbclid=IwAR2Cw1FQcncqjB28ya__kiEJ4KypaG5d3apIXFRxIqwxQiLK6k4bMKCf7

Share your Christmas Morning with the After Class Podcast this year and listen to the reading of the birth of Jesus from Matthew & Luke. Each author has their own theological agenda and calls the reader to pay attention to different aspects of Jesus's birth and salvation history. Today, the guys read both perspectives and ask, how are the characters portrayed, and what is the author trying to do in their account? Let's compare, contrast, and appreciate both accounts of the birth of our Lord. Merry Christmas!

What is the nature of Christ's millennial kingdom referred to in the book of Revelation? What must happen before Jesus returns, and what part does the church play? The above questions are not answered in this podcast, but now that we have your attention: This week, Ron, Sam, and John engage the pre-, post-, and amillennial 'when's' of the Bible. When does it happen? What would the original audience have in mind? And what message does it hold for the martyrs? You are just in time to find out!

In last weeks episode, Sam, Ron, and John satirically covered the story of Shamgar, playfully pushing the limits of exegetical fallacies. Today, they revisit the story of Shamgar to offer correction and set the record straight, while pointing out how easy it can be to get carried away when we do not stick to sound hermeneutic principles.

The guys take a second look at Shamgar, questioning the traditional classification of Shamgar as a minor judge. With only two verses dedicated to his legacy in the scriptures, some might be led to believe he is not a significant figure. However, it's not the size of the story, but the work it does that matters. Let's slow down and take a closer look at how these two verses say more than you think. ***Attention!*** The following episode is satirical and stretches exegetic and hermeneutic fallacies to their extremes. The views in this episode are meant to entertain the listener while showing how quickly we can go off the rails when interpreting the Bible. In the following episode the guys will expose these fallacies giving proper justice to the text. Listener discretion is advised. #justiceforshamgar

We suffer through back pain, migraine, and Sams's sarcasm to bring you today's episode on evangelism in the NT. Who was the first evangelist and to whom and how was the message proclaimed? What does it look like today for our evangelism to be accompanied by signs? The Kingdom of God has broken into world history. There is a new kingdom reality and human dynamic to be experienced in the Lord, even now. How is it displayed in your life? How beautiful are your feet?

Today, the guys delve into evangelism and its origins for God's people, starting with the Old Testament. How does God help His people piece together the puzzle to reveal the full picture of His plan for them and their mission to evangelize the nations? Do we have a reference, or are we simply holding onto corner pieces?