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.

Episode: Scott has a riveting biography, from growing up as a missionary kid in South America to entering the Goth and underground music scene to thinking about the effects of horrors and traumas on the body of Christ. You won't want to miss Scott's insights here. The post Scott Harrower—God of All Comfort (Trinity & Horror) first appeared on OnScript.

Is the Holy Spirit properly called God? Yes, Christians are eager to say. But how and when did this development take place? The early church sensed the Spirit's full divinity, but struggled for centuries to find a grammar. Kyle Hughes, The Trinitarian Testimony of the Spirit, advances an exciting new argument. He shows that the key is the Spirit's role as a divine person who could bear witness to other divine persons. Everyone who is interested in bible and theology--take note!--and grab a listen. Trigger warning: we also dream of eating large quantities of smoked meat. If that is more than your stomach can handle, beware. Hosted by Matt Bates. The post Kyle Hughes – The Trinitarian Testimony of the Spirit first appeared on OnScript.

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. The post Sameer Yadav – Theology, Race, and the Mystical Tradition first appeared on OnScript.

He's back! And this time with ideas about science, theology, and philosophy that will blow your mind! Prof. Ervine Sheblatzm has been "rethinking everything" and "sequencing out" several innovative new theories that he believes will usher in "encounters of the fourth kind" in the study of Paul's letters and in science. Listen in as Matt talks with Ervine about his groundbreaking new book Faultines in the Horizon: Paul's Dawning Age Marches On. The post Ervine Sheblatzm – Faultlines in the Horizon first appeared on OnScript.

In this engaging discussion, Robert Alter, a distinguished Professor of Hebrew and comparative literature at UC Berkeley, delves into the nuances of translating the Hebrew Bible. He highlights the art of preserving literary style and rhythmic qualities, critiquing traditional approaches. The fascinating tales of biblical narratives, like Judah and Tamar, reveal deeper connections within the text. With humor and insight, he encourages scholars to dig into the complexities of biblical stories while making them accessible to all readers.

Chris Tilling chats with Jeff McSwain about his new book Simul Sanctification: Barth's Hidden Vision for Human Transformation (Wipf & Stock, 2018). The post Jeff McSwain – Simul Sanctification first appeared on OnScript.