Bible and Theology Matters: Insightful Conversations with Bible Scholars
Dr. Paul D. Weaver - DTS Professor and Biblical Scholar
The Bible and Theology Matters Podcast is a conversation with Biblical Scholars about all things Bible and Theology, including: challenging issues of Bible interpretation, important theological topics, essential Hermeneutical principles, Bible backgrounds and customs, Biblical ethics and worldview, apologetics, biblical archaeology, and much more. Dr. Paul D. Weaver, Professor and Biblical Scholar at Dallas Theological Seminary is the host.
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Jun 8, 2023 • 35min
BTM 67 - Understanding Buddhism: Part 1
Dr. Scott Horrel joins the Bible and Theology Matters podcast to discuss Buddhism. Dr. Horrell explains the history and current influence of Buddhism around the world, Sidhartha's (aka "Buddah") personal journey to find the solution to suffering, and Budah's teaching known as the "middle way."
Jun 1, 2023 • 50min
BTM 66 - Understanding Judaism: Part 2
In this week's episode, we will discuss Rabbinic Judaism's views on scripture, death, salvation, and much more. We will also discuss supersessionism / replacement theology. It is sure to be another fascinating discussion. Finally, we will wrap things up by providing suggestions on how to build bridges with people coming from a Jewish background.
May 25, 2023 • 45min
BTM 65 - Understanding Judaism: Part 1
Steve Herzig and Mottel Baleston, both Jewish individuals who believe in Jesus as the Messiah, discuss the various beliefs, branches, and history of Rabbinic Judaism.
May 18, 2023 • 29min
BTM 64 - Understanding Hinduism: Part 2
Dr. H.L. Richard returns to the Bible and Theology Matters podcast to continue our discussion on Hinduism. In this episode we will discuss some of the beliefs of the Hindu traditions as well as the caste system which includes the untouchables also known as the Dahlits.
May 11, 2023 • 30min
BTM 63 - Understanding Hinduism: Part 1
This week we continue our series on World Religions. Dr. H.L. Richard will be discussing the religion of Hinduism.
May 4, 2023 • 29min
BTM 62 - Understanding Islam: Part 2
Dr. Caner, President of Truett-McConnell University returns to the BTM podcast to explain the teachings of Islam regarding: Jesus Christ, the Quran, salvation, the pillars of Islam, Jihad, and much more.
Apr 27, 2023 • 25min
BTM 61 - Understanding Islam: Part 1
Dr. Emir Caner, President of Truett-McConnell University, and author of "Unveiling Islam," describes the life of Muhammed and the history of Islam.
Apr 20, 2023 • 45min
BTM 60 - Understanding Animism - Part 2
George Walker returns to the BTM podcast to continue our discussion about Animism. He will share his experience with the Bisorio people of Papau New Guinea, and their method of reaching the Bisorio people using the Grand Narrative of Scripture. His stories are riveting and inspiring, you will surely not want to miss this episode.
Apr 13, 2023 • 36min
BTM 59 - Understanding Animism - Part 1
This week we begin a new podcast series on the World Religions and in this episode, we will discuss Animism. And to discuss Animism we are pleased to welcome George Walker to the podcast, who along with his wife Harriet worked among the Bisorio people of Papau New Guinea.
Apr 6, 2023 • 39min
BTM 58 - Israel: Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow - Part 3
What is the BDS movement (Boycott, Divest, and Sanction)? What is the Knesset? Is there any hope for peace in the Middle East? What are God's plans and purposes for Ethnic-National Israel? Christopher Katulka returns to the BTM podcast to answer these questions and more!
