
Bible and Theology Matters: Insightful Conversations with Bible Scholars
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.
Latest episodes

Sep 7, 2023 • 34min
BTM 80 - Authentic-Influencer: The Barnabas Principle - Part 1
Dr. Jonathan Murphy, Department Chair and Professor of Pastoral Ministries at Dallas Theological Seminary discusses principles of influence from the life of Barnabas. This conversation focuses on the contents of his book entitled Authentic Influencer: The Barnabas Way of Shaping Lives for Jesus.

Sep 4, 2023 • 1h 30min
BTM 79 - Why Albert Mohler is Wrong about Dispensationalism
Dr. Weaver and nine additional Bible scholars and theologians critique Dr. Al Mohler's recent interview with Dr. Daniel Hummel about his recently released book "The Rise and Fall of Dispensationalism."

Aug 24, 2023 • 36min
BTM 78 - The History of Dispensational Thought: Part 3
In today’s program, Dr. Marsh and Dr. Fazio discuss the history of dispensational thought in Modern America.

Aug 17, 2023 • 41min
BTM 77 - The History of Dispensational Thought: Part 2
Dr. Marsh and Dr. Fazio return to the BTM podcast to discuss the history of dispensational thought in Europe from the Medieval Era until the time of John Nelson Darby.

Aug 10, 2023 • 38min
BTM 76 - The History of Dispensational Thought: Part 1
The first in a three-part series, discussing the book "Discovering Dispensationalism" edited by Dr. Cory Marsh and Dr. James Fazio.

Aug 3, 2023 • 32min
BTM 75 - The Apostolic Fathers - Part 2
Dr. Varner returns to the BTM podcast to discuss the Apostolic Fathers - the first generation of writers after the Apostles. In this episode Dr. Varner discuss the intriguing figures of Ignatius, Polycarp, and Papias.

Jul 27, 2023 • 41min
BTM 74 - The Apostolic Fathers - Part 1
What are the "Apostolic Fathers"? Why are they important for protestants to know and read them? Dr. William Varner, Professor of Biblical Languages and Bible Exposition will answer these questions and more!

Jul 20, 2023 • 36min
BTM 73 - Five Views of Leadership
Dr. Richard Blackaby, co-author of "Experiencing God" and author of "Spiritual Leadership" shares five views that are essential for effective leadership.

Jul 13, 2023 • 31min
BTM 72 - Leadership As An Identity
On this week's program Crawford Loritts discusses the contents of his book on leadership entitled Leadership as an Identity. You will not want to miss it!

Jul 6, 2023 • 42min
BTM 71 - Theology Matters - South Korea Edition
Dr. Weaver and Professor Steve Nicholes discuss the theological challenges of ministering in South Korea, and the part Word of Life is playing in meeting those needs.