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7 snips
May 30, 2024 • 1h 6min

Revelation 21–22 (The New Heavens and New Earth)

Dr. Jonathan Moo discusses Revelation 21–22, highlighting topics like judgment, the new heavens and earth's continuity, the absence of the sea, the architecture of the new Jerusalem, the river of the water of life, finding one's name in the lamb's book of life, the emphasis on Jesus coming, and the importance of not adding or subtracting from the prophecy.
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May 28, 2024 • 57min

Revelation 19:11–20:15 (The Horse and Rider, Lake of Fire, Millennium, and the Great White Throne of Judgment)

Dr. Tom Schreiner, an expert in Revelation, explores Revelation 19:11–20:15. Topics include the white horse and its rider, the battle between the beast's armies and the rider's armies, options for understanding the millennial reign, Satan and the final battle, the judgment and the great white throne, and judgment according to works.
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15 snips
Apr 29, 2024 • 1h 36min

Malachi

Dr. Julia O'Brien from Lancaster Theological Seminary discusses the book of Malachi, covering themes like corrupt priesthood, gendered language translation, disputes structure, and God's love for Israel. They explore marriage as a metaphor, the sacrificial system, and the significance of tithing. The podcast also touches on the tradition of Eijah's return, the messenger of God, and interpreting passages about divorce and idolatry. The conversation extends to the impact of climate change literature through the lens of Kly-Fi.
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6 snips
Apr 24, 2024 • 59min

Revelation 17:1–19:10 (The Woman, the Beast, the Lamb's War and Wedding)

Revelation 17:1-19:10 with Dr. Michelle FletcherListen here as Dr. Michelle Fletcher (King's College London) guides us through Revelation 17:1-19:10 we discuss:* The city represented by the woman sitting on the beast, and the accusations against her (17:1–6)* The beast and its seven heads and ten horns (17:3, 7–9)* The cooperative relationship between the woman and the beast, and then the beast and kings turn on the woman  (17:12–18)* The lament and rejoicing over Babylon (18:1–24)* The indictment against Babylon for fornication (17:2; 18:3, 9)* The lamb’s battle and marriage (17:14; 19:6–9)Works by Dr. Michelle Fletcher* "Exodus in Revelation." In Exodus in the New Testament. Edited by S. Ehorn and S. Whittle. T&T Clark, 2022.* "Revelation." In The Reception of Jesus in the First Three Centuries. Edited by J. Schröter et al. Bloomsbury T&T Clark, 2019.* "Apocalypse Noir: The Book of Revelation and Genre." In T&T Clark Companion to The Bible and Film. Edited by R. Walsh. Bloomsbury T&T Clark, 2018.* Reading Revelation as Pastiche: Imitating the Past. T&T Clark, 2017.* “Flesh for Frankenwhore: Reading Babylon’s Body in Revelation 17.” In The Body in Biblical, Christian, and Jewish Texts. Ed. Joan E. Taylor. T&T Clark, 2014* “Behold, I’ll Be Back: Terminator, the Book of Revelation and the Power of Sequels.” In Now Showing: Film Theory in Biblical Studies. Ed. Caroline Vander Stichele and Laura Copier. SBL Press, 2016.Dr. Michelle Fletcher recommends* Taking a cross country trip by train.Subscribe and don't miss an episodeThe Two Testaments takes you on a guided journey through Scripture with leading experts on the Bible, hosted by Rony Kozman and Will KynesVisit our website at thetwotestaments.com, where you can subscribe, access all episodes, and meet our guides through Scripture. Sign up now so you don’t miss an episode.Find us on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Vurbl, iHeart Radio, Amazon Music, and Pocket Casts.You can also watch us on Youtube.This episode is co-sponsored by Samford University and the Alabama Humanities Alliance, a state affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities. Any views, findings, conclusions or recommendations expressed in this episode do not necessarily represent those of the Alabama Humanities Alliance, the National Endowment for the Humanities or Samford University. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thetwotestaments.substack.com
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12 snips
Apr 19, 2024 • 1h 28min

Haggai and Zechariah

Dr. Marvin Sweeney from Claremont School of Theology discusses Haggai and Zechariah in the Persian period, the significance of the rebuilt temple, Zechariah's night visions, promises of future restoration of Zion, and the contrast between a coming king and corrupt shepherds.
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10 snips
Apr 4, 2024 • 1h 20min

Revelation 15–16 (The Seven Bowls)

Dr. Jamie Davies, a Professor at Trinity College, discusses Revelation 15-16. Topics include God's wrath, the sea of glass mixed with fire, ecological collateral damage from the bowls, people cursing God, Jesus coming like a thief, the final battle of Armageddon, and the splitting of Babylon. Davies explores symbolic imagery, the significance of the hymn sung by conquerors, and the pouring out of God's wrath upon the earth. The discussion touches on theological themes, ecological consequences, and the interconnectedness of sin.
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4 snips
Apr 3, 2024 • 30min

Zephaniah

Dr. Heath Thomas from Oklahoma Baptist University delves into the book of Zephaniah, discussing God's sovereignty over nations, the impending 'day of the LORD', God as an agent of violence, escaping God's wrath, Israel's corporate identity and the rescue of the remnant, and God's judgment as disciplinary. The episode also includes recommendations for literary works and theological insights.
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7 snips
Mar 20, 2024 • 1h 6min

Habakkuk

Dr. Heath Thomas from Oklahoma Baptist University discusses the book of Habakkuk, focusing on topics like divine judgment, the use of foreign nations for God's purposes, the significance of prayer and praise, and the vision of God's rescue. He also explores the themes of faith and God's deliverance in the book.
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7 snips
Mar 13, 2024 • 1h 12min

Revelation 12–14 (A Woman, Dragon, Two Beasts, 144,000 Men, and Three Angels of Judgment

A deep dive into Revelation 12-14 discussing the conflict between the woman and the dragon, the mysterious 144,000 individuals, the symbolism of the beasts, the prophetic warnings, the mark of the beast, and the messages of God's judgment delivered by three angels.
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5 snips
Mar 5, 2024 • 37min

Nahum

Dr. Beth Stovell discusses Nahum's portrayal of God's anger, battle scenes, and Nineveh as a prostitute. She delves into the metaphorical aspects of Nahum's writing and the hopeful message within. The episode also recommends works by Dr. Juliana Claassens and explores the intersection of minor prophets and Revelation in understanding biblical messages.

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