

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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May 30, 2024 • 24min
BTM 115: Intelligent Design - Part 2
Dr. Woodward returns to the BTM podcast to discuss the rapid spreading of the intelligent design movement, and discuss other incredible discoveries that have silenced the critics. He will also provide advice as we seek to share the arguments of intelligent design with others, you won’t want to miss it.

May 23, 2024 • 28min
BTM 114: Intelligent Design - Part 1
Dr. Thomas Woodward talks through the incredible details of Creation and God's Intelligent Design.

May 16, 2024 • 30min
BTM 113: Doubts about Darwin - Part 2
In this episode, Dr. Thomas Woodward returns to the Bible and Theology Matters podcast to continue our discussion about Darwinism. We will discuss discoveries from the fossil record, that have been a source of embarrassment to Darwinists. We will also discuss key defectors from Darwinism to Intelligent Design.

May 9, 2024 • 27min
BTM 112: Doubts about Darwin - Part 1
Is Darwinian Evolution established "science" or should we have doubts about Darwin's views? Dr. Thomas Woodward, author of "Doubts about Darwin" discusses the gaping holes in the theory of Darwinian Evolution.

May 2, 2024 • 23min
BTM 111: The Jordanian Church - The Needs and Challenges
While in Amman, Jordan, to teach the Book of Acts, Dr. Weaver interviewed Pastor Hani Nuqul about the needs and challenges of the church in Jordan. Did you know that there are only 8 believers for every 10,000 people in Jordan and only 65 - 70 churches in the entire country? Listen to learn and pray more intelligently!Hani Nuqul, a pastor in Jordan, shares his background and experiences in the Christian community in Jordan. He discusses the challenges of living and ministering in a country where it is illegal to publicly evangelize or convert from Islam. He emphasizes the importance of long-term relationships and personal connections. Hani also highlights the need for solid biblical teaching and the work that the National Theological College and Graduate School is doing to that end. He shares his experiences with ministering to Iraqi refugees. He says that the greatest need in Jordan is for faithful, qualified, and godly church leaders.

Apr 25, 2024 • 22min
BTM 110: Understanding Hosea - Part 2
Pastor Jesse Randolph returns to the BTM podcast to continue the second part of our two-part conversation on the book of Hosea and the faithfulness of God to the promises he made to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.

Apr 18, 2024 • 28min
BTM 109 - Understanding Hosea: Part 1
Pastor Jesse Randolph helps us to better understand the prophetic book of Hosea, and God's plans for a restored kingdom of believing Jews in the land promised to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.

Apr 11, 2024 • 30min
BTM 108: Homiletics and Hermeneutics w/ Dr. Abraham Kuruvilla
Dr. Abraham Kuruvilla joins the BTM podcast to discuss his contribution to the book Homiletics and Hermeneutics: Four Views on Preaching Today. Dr. Kuruvilla talks about the importance of privileging the text of Scripture, a Christiconic view of interpreting God’s Word, and how we as believers can better learn to live in God’s ideal world through Christ’s example and the power of the Holy Spirit.

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Apr 4, 2024 • 35min
BTM 107: Complementarianism and Egalitarianism: Part 2
Dr. Thomas Schreiner, a renowned expert in biblical studies, dives into the crucial role of women in the church and home. He articulates the complementarian view, interpreting key biblical texts like Ephesians 5 and 1 Timothy 2. The discussion covers authority and submission in marriage, promoting mutual respect over hierarchy. Dr. Schreiner emphasizes women's significant contributions to church life and family, particularly the transformative power of motherhood. Listeners are encouraged to engage in meaningful dialogue on these vital theological issues.

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Mar 28, 2024 • 39min
BTM 106 - The Essential Role of Women in the Church and in the Home
Dr. Thomas Schreiner, a revered New Testament scholar, delves into the essential roles of women in the church and home. He contrasts egalitarian and complementarian viewpoints, shedding light on different scriptural interpretations. The discussion navigates the complexities of gender roles while addressing the historical impact of women's contributions in Christianity. Schreiner emphasizes the need for grace in theological debates and examines cultural tensions with contemporary ideals of liberation, setting the stage for future dialogue on gender roles.