

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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Jan 19, 2023 • 46min
BTM 47 - The Grand Narrative of Scripture: Part 2
This week we continue our series on the Grand Narrative of Scripture. We will investigate the storyline as it unfolds in the Pentateuch - the first five books of the Old Testament.

Jan 12, 2023 • 40min
BTM 46 - The Grand Narrative of Scripture: Part 1
Is there a unified story in Scripture or is the Bible comprised of 66 isolated and individual books? This week we begin a new podcast series on the Grand Narrative of Scripture, also sometimes called the Story of Scripture. Dr. Keen will help us to see the incredible unifying narrative as it unfolds, beginning in Genesis 1, and ending in Revelation 22.

Jan 5, 2023 • 25min
BTM 45 - Biblical Theology of Romans - Part 4 - Restoration of Israel
Is God done with the Nation of Israel? What does the Apostle mean that "all Israel will be saved?" We will address these questions and more in the fourth and final podcast on the Biblical Theology of Romans.

Dec 29, 2022 • 29min
BTM 44 - Biblical Theology of Romans - Part 3 - Sanctification
Having discussed condemnation and justification as taught by Paul in Romans, in this week's program we discuss the subject of sanctification.

Dec 3, 2022 • 5min
BTM 43 - A Superior Revelator (Heb. 1:1) - Christmas Devotion 1
In this episode, Dr. Weaver shares a short devotion that he wrote for Dallas Theological Seminary's Christmas devotional book. It is based on Hebrews 1:1 and is entitled "A Superior Revelator."

Dec 3, 2022 • 7min
BTM 42 - A King Among Us (John 1:14) - Christmas Devotion 2
In this episode, Dr. Weaver shares a short devotion that he wrote for his students when directing the Word of Life Hungary Bible Institute. It is based on John 1:14 and is entitled "King Among Us."

Dec 3, 2022 • 32min
BTM 41 - Biblical Theology of Romans - Part 2 - Justification
What does it mean to be justified? Why is justification necessary? In this week’s podcast, Dr. Cone, Professor Oglesby, and Dr. Spurlin will address these questions and more from the book of Romans.

Dec 1, 2022 • 30min
BTM 40 - Biblical Theology of Romans: Part 1 - Revelation and Wrath
Is the whole world condemned and under God's wrath? If so, why? This week we begin a four-part podcast series on the Biblical Theology of Romans. In this week’s episode, we will address these questions by discussing the wrath of God, as well as the General and Special Revelation of God, as recorded in Romans 1-3.

Nov 17, 2022 • 37min
BTM 39 - Biblical, Systematic, and Historical Theology - Defined and Contrasted
What is the difference between Biblical Theology, Systematic Theology, and Historical Theology? In this episode, Dr. Weaver and Professor Foley will define each discipline, compare and contrast them, and explain how all three are essential and dependent on each other.

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Nov 10, 2022 • 31min
BTM 38 - New Perspective on Paul: Part 2
Dr. Douglas Bozung, a pastor and theological scholar, delves into the New Perspective on Paul and its significant implications for contemporary Christian beliefs. He challenges traditional doctrines like justification by faith, exploring how covenantal nomism reshapes our understanding of Paul’s teachings. Key debates between Roman Catholic and Protestant interpretations are highlighted, emphasizing the authority of Scripture over extrabiblical texts. The discussion also critiques how the New Perspective may reject crucial Reformation principles, sparking a lively theological discourse.


