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In this episode, Dru interviews scholars and publishers at the book tables and receptions at the annual meeting of the Society for Biblical Literature (which also includes the American Academy of Religion, Institute for Biblical Research, American Schools of Oriental Research, and more!). Order of appearance: Robin "the rain in Spain" Parry (Wipf & Stock) Marc Cortez (Wheaton) Rodrigo de Sousa (Faculté Jean Calvin) Nijay Gupta (George Fox University) John Anthony Dunne (Bethel Seminary) Jesse Myers/Miles Custis (Lexham Press) Ela Lazarewicz-Wyrzykowska (Margaret Beaufort Institute of Theology) Heath Thomas (Oklahoma Baptist University) Mary Katharine Hom (Independent Scholar/OnScript regular) Anne-Marie Ellithorpe (Vancouver School of Theology) The post SBL Special Report! An Inbetwepisode first appeared on OnScript.

Michael Bird, a prominent biblical scholar and co-author of 'The New Testament in Its World,' shares fascinating insights alongside hosts Matt Bates and Erin Heim. They engage in a light-hearted debate about coffee preferences, revealing personal quirks and family dynamics. The conversation takes a playful turn as they discuss Australia's wildlife phobias and childhood tales. Bird also highlights how military skills can inform academic discussions on early Christianity, blending historical context with theological interpretation.

Episode: Benjamin Sommer speaks with Matt Lynch about Torah, Sinai, Jewish perspectives on the authority of the Hebrew Bible, Psalms, lament, and way more. Guest: Benjamin D. Sommer is Professor of […] The post Benjamin Sommer – Revelation and the Authority of the Bible first appeared on OnScript.

Larry Hurtado, a renowned Professor of New Testament studies, dives into the rich tapestry of early Christianity in a reflective discussion. He explores the profound Jewish roots of the Jesus movement and the complexities of worshiping Jesus within a monotheistic framework. Hurtado discusses the unique traits that set early Christianity apart from other religions and examines the societal challenges it faced in a pagan world. His insights into cultural conditioning reveal how beliefs persist across generations, shaping modern perspectives on religion.

Josh McNall, an Assistant Professor of Pastoral Theology and author of The Mosaic of Atonement, delves into the multifaceted nature of atonement theology. He discusses the connection between traditional models and contemporary insights, emphasizing the need for unity in understanding Christ's role. McNall critiques misconceptions about moral influence and highlights the interplay of atonement with the Holy Spirit. The conversation also touches on the influence of prominent figures like Jürgen Moltmann and the importance of making complex theology accessible for effective ministry.

Episode: Chris Tilling presents his work on Karl Barth’s Romans commentary. He argues that Barth’s reading of Romans is worth the attention of biblical scholars, even though Barth is a systematic theologian. […] The post Chris Tilling – Barth on Romans (Part 2) first appeared on OnScript.

Episode: Chris Tilling presents his work on Karl Barth’s Romans commentary. He argues that Barth’s reading of Romans is worth the attention of biblical scholars, even though Barth is a systematic theologian. […] The post Chris Tilling – Barth on Romans (Part 1) first appeared on OnScript.

Episode: 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 […] The post Philip Ziegler – Militant Grace first appeared on OnScript.

Seth Heringer's Uniting History and Theology (Fortress Press) argues that Christians do not need to use the historical-critical method to make historical claims but should instead write boldly Christian history. By using the historical method, grounded as it is in an incomplete understating of German historicism, they close off investigation of the past from the aesthetic and, importantly, from God. This is why 20th-century Christian scholarship has failed to unite history and theology. Instead of relying on the historical method as the primary way to think about past events, Christians need to reimage what historical work entails. Heringer thus presents a Christian approach to history that dialogues with recent developments in historical theory. The post Seth Heringer – Theology and History first appeared on OnScript.

You've spoken. We've listened.  You've asked for more episodes giving a window into the secret lives of OnScript co-hosts. Or at least, you've asked us to allow more time for chat between hosts. So we'll try to do a bit more of that. In this episode, Matt Lynch and Matt Bates, the co-founders of OnScript, ask each other questions about Paul, hell, life, violence, divine-human appearances in the OT, faith as allegiance, Matt B.'s new book, books we've read, and more. Enjoy, and share the word! The post Q&A – Matt Lynch and Matt Bates first appeared on OnScript.