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Beverly Roberts Gaventa, a leading expert in Pauline theology and pedagogy, shares her enlightening journey in biblical scholarship. She delves into the vital interplay of theology and historical context in understanding the New Testament. The discussion covers divergent views on Karl Barth, nurturing fresh perspectives in theological education. Gaventa also challenges traditional interpretations of Paul's writings, highlighting the significance of maternal metaphors and apocalyptic readings, emphasizing the role of scripture in contemporary life.

Dru Johnson, an author and professor at Nashotah House, shares his insights on biblical philosophy in this engaging conversation. He explores the uniqueness of biblical thought and the significance of community in understanding scripture. The discussion highlights themes of justice and compassion from Exodus, the importance of embodied practices, and the intriguing epistemology of the Gospel of Mark. Dru also reflects on his unconventional academic journey and shares personal memories tied to his culinary roots, while surprising listeners with his musical talent!

In this wide-ranging episode Amy Brown Hughes talks with Sameer Yadav about the 'promiscuous' nature of theology, his book The Problem of Perception and the Experience of God: Toward a Theological Empiricism, his recent work on apophaticism in the Christian mystical tradition, and race in the philosophy of religion. Enjoy this re-released episode! The post Sameer Yadav – Theology, Race, and the Mystical Tradition first appeared on OnScript.

Bruce Hindmarsh, a scholar of Evangelicalism's history, sheds light on its roots in Britain and America. He examines how early Evangelicals navigated faith amidst cultural shifts, emphasizing the importance of personal experience in shaping collective beliefs. Hindmarsh discusses the significance of diary-keeping among early Puritans and Methodists, revealing their deepening reliance on the Holy Spirit. He also explores the legacy of figures like Phyllis Wheatley, showcasing the intricate relationships between faith, science, and art throughout history.

Philip Ziegler joins Erin Heim to discuss apocalyptic theology, Pauline literature, and the implications of both for Christian discipleship. They discuss Ziegler's new book, Militant Grace, which constitutes a serious theological engagement and response to the apocalyptic turn in Pauline studies. Along the way, Professor Ziegler shares with us the influence friends and mentors like J. Louis Martyn have had on him both personally and professionally. This is a rebroadcast of an episode originally published in Oct 2019. The post Philip Ziegler – Militant Grace first appeared on OnScript.

For some of us the descriptor "systematic theology" evokes a sense of overwhelm or perhaps even carries negative connotations. Friends, it doesn't have to be this way! In this episode co-host Amy Hughes talks with Beth Felker Jones, professor of theology at Northern Seminary in Illinois about her book Practicing Christian Doctrine: An Introduction to Thinking and Living Theologically (Baker Academic, 2014) and gets a sneak peek at her upcoming work on a theology of conversion. The post Beth Felker Jones – Practicing Christian Doctrine first appeared on OnScript.

Episode: Brent Strawn is back for the 3rd time to discuss his new book on mistruths about the Old Testament. Discussion covers everything from divine violence and wrath, to the […] The post Lies My Preacher Told Me – Brent Strawn first appeared on OnScript.

Does God have a body? Did the New Testament writers think that God has a body? Brittany Wilson says, Yes! Her study of Luke-Acts challenges assumptions that God is inherently invisible and incorporeal, and draws multiple lines of connection between images of an embodied God from the Old Testament and similar images in the New Testament. This wide-ranging and engaging conversation draws from Wilson's groundbreaking new book The Embodied God (OUP, 2021). The post Brittany Wilson – The Embodied God first appeared on OnScript.

How has the church's understanding of salvation grown and shifted over time? What are common misunderstandings that Catholics and Protestants have about salvation? How has this impacted the church? And what is the future of justification as that connects to ecumenical efforts? Eminent church historian Alister McGrath (University of Oxford) has been research and writing about the history of salvation in the church for over 40 years. In light of his freshly revised monograph, Iustitia Dei, McGrath leads us on a tour of the history of the Christian doctrine. Co-hosted by Matthew W. Bates. The post Alister McGrath – Doctrine of Justification first appeared on OnScript.

Episode: In this episode we talk with Dr. Leopoldo A. Sánchez M. He is the Werner R.H. and Elizabeth R. Krause Professor of Hispanic Ministries at Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, […] The post Leopoldo Sánchez – Sculptor Spirit first appeared on OnScript.