OnScript

Episode: Erin Heim and Chris Tilling interview Darren Sarisky about his recent book Reading the Bible Theologically (Cambridge). The post Darren Sarisky – Reading the Bible Theologically first appeared on OnScript.

Dru Johnson, an author known for his insightful work on rituals, habits, and sacraments, shares fascinating reflections from his book on the transformative power of rituals. He discusses the essential role rituals play in shaping human experience, both culturally and spiritually. The conversation highlights the influence of technology on tradition and examines the societal pressures around dental aesthetics as a modern ritual. With insights into Biblical laws and Christian symbolism, Dru emphasizes the importance of community engagement and personal reflection in faith practices.

Jonathan Greer, Associate Professor of Old Testament, discusses archaeology, biblical historicity, faith and critical study. He shares insights from his work at Tel Dan and the significance for understanding ancient Israel. They explore the complexities of merging the Bible, archaeology, and faith, emphasizing humility and open-mindedness.

Matt Lynch has been eagerly awaiting this book (Opening Israel's Scriptures), and the chance to talk with one of his favorite OT scholars. That day has come! Matt speaks with Ellen Davis about the intersection of critical and theological biblical interpretation, the manna economy in Exodus, ecology and the Bible, Wendell Berry, violence in the Old Testament, lament, & more! The post Ellen Davis – Opening Israel’s Scriptures first appeared on OnScript.

Ryan O'Dowd is the rare combination of Anglican Priest and scholar of the wisdom literature (though he agrees with Will Kynes's critique of the wisdom genre). In this episode, Dru and Ryan talk about his recent commentary on Proverbs in the Story of God series (Zondervan), his life as a pastor-scholar, and how being an academic is like being a model. The post Ryan O’Dowd—Wisdom Literature and Commentaries first appeared on OnScript.

Episode: Kelly Murphy joins OnScript to talk about about Gideon in scripture and tradition, and about how various biblical and post-biblical writers portray the Tuba Warrior as a ‘real man’ […] The post Kelly Murphy – Rewriting Masculinity first appeared on OnScript.

The Pentecostals are taking over OnScript! Amy talks to Dr. Ivan Satyavrata, pastor and theologian about the necessity of the "traditioning" of Pentecostalism, the incongruence of Pentecostalism not being completely on board with women in ministry or engaging extensively with the poor, and a discussion of the transformation of the Holy Spirit. The post (Theology) Ivan Satyavrata – Holy Spirit first appeared on OnScript.

How does social-memory theory change how we think about the New Testament? In Rafael Rodríguez's Jesus Darkly, the Jesus that emerges from the shadows is surprisingly bright and relevant. Yet even when he remains mysterious, the darkness helps us anticipate the ultimate face-to-face encounter. The post Rafael Rodríguez – Jesus Darkly first appeared on OnScript.

Super-fan Brent Strawn is back on the podcast to talk about why he thinks the 'Bible-as-story' paradigm needs to die, Andy Stanley's book Irresistible, how the Old Testament is still dying, and the idea that problems with violence in the Old Testament are often projections. The post Brent Strawn – The Bible is Not a Story first appeared on OnScript.

Daniel Hawk, a Professor of Old Testament and Hebrew, dives into the controversial topic of divine violence in Scripture. He explores the themes of violence in the Old Testament, particularly in Joshua, while emphasizing narrative criticism for deeper theological understanding. Hawk suggests that divine anger is different from human violence and discusses the historical context with insights from early church fathers like Origen. The conversation also touches on God's compassionate shift towards marginalized individuals, linking Old and New Testament portrayals.