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How did the early church grow so rapidly without buildings, budgets, or branding?Was the early church more inclusive than many traditions have allowed since?How and when did Sunday gatherings become the norm—and is that biblically mandated or culturally developed?Support this show!! : https://www.bibspeak.com/#donateGrab your free gift: the top 10 most misunderstood Biblical verses: https://info.bibspeak.com/10-verses-clarifiedJoin the newsletter (I only send 2 emails a week): https://www.bibspeak.com/#newsletterShop Dwell L'abel 15% off using the discount code BIBSPEAK15 https://go.dwell-label.com/bibspeakDownload Logos Bible Software for your own personal study: http://logos.com/biblicallyspeakingSign up for Riverside: https://www.riverside.fm/?utm_campaig...Use Manychat to automate a quick DM! It’s great for sending links fast.https://manychat.partnerlinks.io/nd14879vojabStan.Store—way better than Linktree! It lets me share links, grow my email list, and host all my podcast stuff in one place.https://join.stan.store/biblicallyspeakingSupport this show!! : https://www.bibspeak.com/#donate Dr. Jipp has taught New Testament in a variety of settings, including as a Teaching Fellow at TEDS, before joining the faculty at Trinity. He has published essays in Themelios, Journal of Theological Interpretation, Journal for the Study of the New Testament, Catholic Biblical Quarterly, Bulletin of Biblical Research, New Testament Studies, Horizons in Biblical Theology, Journal of Biblical Literature, and Journal of Theological Studies.He loves reading novels, playing all kinds of sports (esp. baseball) with his kids, being outdoors, listening to music, and having great conversations with his wife.Recommended reading from Dr. Jipp: 📘 Reading Acts: A Literary and Theological Commentary — Joshua Jipp - https://www.perlego.com/book/882818/reading-acts-pdf 📘 God’s Acts in History — Joshua Jipphttps://www.amazon.com/Gods-Acts-Israel-Gentiles-Christians/dp/0802883788 📘 Pauline Theology as a Way of Life — Joshua Jipp - https://www.amazon.com/Pauline-Theology-Way-Life-Flourishing/dp/1540965724Follow Biblically Speaking on Instagram and Spotify!https://www.instagram.com/thisisbiblicallyspeaking/https://open.spotify.com/show/1OBPaQj...

Is there anything creationists agree with in evolutionary theory?Was Darwin’s view missing data or missing design logic?What’s the difference between random mutation and purposeful design?Support this show!! : https://www.bibspeak.com/#donateGrab your free gift: the top 10 most misunderstood Biblical verses: https://info.bibspeak.com/10-verses-clarifiedJoin the newsletter (I only send 2 emails a week): https://www.bibspeak.com/#newsletterShop Dwell L'abel 15% off using the discount code BIBSPEAK15 https://go.dwell-label.com/bibspeakDownload Logos Bible Software for your own personal study: http://logos.com/biblicallyspeakingSign up for Riverside: https://www.riverside.fm/?utm_campaig...Use Manychat to automate a quick DM! It’s great for sending links fast.https://manychat.partnerlinks.io/nd14879vojabStan.Store—way better than Linktree! It lets me share links, grow my email list, and host all my podcast stuff in one place.https://join.stan.store/biblicallyspeakingSupport this show!! : https://www.bibspeak.com/#donate Dr. Randy Guliuzza is the President of the Institute for Creation Research. He is a leading biological design theorist and is actively expanding ICR’s scientific research and the critical endeavor to develop a theory of biological design. He has represented ICR in several scientific debates at secular universities and in other forums. He holds the Doctor of Medicine from the University of Minnesota, and a Master of Public Health from Harvard University. Dr. Guliuzza also has a B.S. in Engineering from the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology, a B.A. in theology from Moody Bible Institute. He was board certified in Aerospace medicine and he is a licensed Professional Engineer. During his career he served as Chief of Aerospace Medicine for the 28th Bomb Wing. Prior, he worked nine years in the Navy Civil Engineer Corps. Dr. Guliuzza and his wife, June, were high school sweethearts and have been married for 47 years. June and Randy have three incredible children and are the proud grandparents of three boys and four girls. He is the author of numerous books including: Made in His Image: Examining the Complexities of the Human Body, Clearly Seen: Constructing Solid Arguments for Design, and Twenty Evolutionary Blunders.Recommended reading from Dr. Guliuzza and ICR: 📘 Clearly Seen: Constructing Solid Arguments for Design — Randy Guliuzza - https://www.amazon.com/Clearly-Seen-Constructing-Arguments-Design/dp/1935587137 📘 Replacing Darwin: The New Origin of Species — Nathaniel Jeanson - https://www.amazon.com/Replacing-Darwin-New-Origin-Species/dp/1683440757📘 Made in His Image: Examining the Complexities of the Human Body — Institute for Creation Research - https://www.icr.org/madeinhisimageWebsite & podcast: ICR.org/mediaFollow Biblically Speaking on Instagram and Spotify! / thisisbiblicallyspeaking https://open.spotify.com/show/1OBPaQj...

Dr. Darrell Bock, a prominent New Testament scholar and author, dives into the intriguing silence surrounding Jesus' teenage years. He discusses the intentional narrative focus of the Gospels, suggesting they highlight events that align with God's plans. Bock paints a picture of Jesus’ rural upbringing and early signs of self-awareness, while comparing ancient and modern biographies. He also addresses common misconceptions about Jesus and encourages embracing a fuller understanding of His roles, inviting listeners to trust the Gospels for their spiritual journey.

The Antichrist: one person, many figures, or a symbol of worldly powers?What misconceptions or fears did you hope to address for modern Christians?The Rapture: Is it biblical, and where does the idea originate?Support this show!! : https://www.bibspeak.com/#donateGrab your free gift: the top 10 most misunderstood Biblical verses: https://info.bibspeak.com/10-verses-clarifiedJoin the newsletter (I only send 2 emails a week): https://www.bibspeak.com/#newsletterShop Dwell L'abel 15% off using the discount code BIBSPEAK15 https://go.dwell-label.com/bibspeakDownload Logos Bible Software for your own personal study: http://logos.com/biblicallyspeakingSign up for Riverside: https://www.riverside.fm/?utm_campaig...Use Manychat to automate a quick DM! It’s great for sending links fast.https://manychat.partnerlinks.io/nd14879vojabStan.Store—way better than Linktree! It lets me share links, grow my email list, and host all my podcast stuff in one place.https://join.stan.store/biblicallyspeakingSupport this show!! : https://www.bibspeak.com/#donate Matthew Halsted is the author of Paul and the Meaning of Scripture: A Philosophical-Hermeneutic Approach to Paul’s Use of the Old Testament in Romans. This book takes a look at the (often creative) ways St. Paul interpreted Old Testament texts by drawing on the insights of German philosopher Hans-Georg Gadamer. His latest is a popular-level book that challenges some commonly-held American evangelical ideas about eschatology. It’s called The End of the World as You Know It: What the Bible Really Says about the End Times (And Why It’s Good News). He's currently in the throes of other writing projects—the details of which he is excited to share sometime in 2026.His educational background includes degrees in international studies and philosophy, as well as a PhD in philosophical hermeneutics/biblical studies (London School of Theology/Middlesex University). He had the privilege of working at Eternity Bible College, where he get to teach amazing students alongside fantastic colleagues. He is also an Anglican priest. Follow him on Substack (https://matthewhalsted.substack.com/) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/matthew_halsted/) X (https://x.com/matthewhalsted). Website: https://matthewhalsted.com/Recommended reading from Dr. Matthew Halsted:📘 The End of the World as You Know It — Dr. Matthew Halsted - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CLCT29HD?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_EZGBMNJ9HN0N01R1FMSG📘 Revelation: Four Views — Steve Gregg - https://www.ptm.org/4-views-of-revelation📘 The Triumph of the Lamb: A Commentary on Revelation — Dennis E. Johnson - https://www.amazon.com/Triumph-Lamb-Commentary-Dennis-Johnson/dp/0875522009📘 The Bible and the Future — Anthony A. Hoekema - https://www.amazon.com/Bible-Future-Anthony-Hoekema/dp/0802808514Follow Biblically Speaking on Instagram and Spotify! https://www.instagram.com/thisisbiblicallyspeaking/ https://open.spotify.com/show/1OBPaQj...

What do exegesis and eisegesis mean in plain language?What if the way we often read the Bible actually says more about us—our culture, our assumptions—than it does about God?Have you ever quoted a Bible verse—on a coffee mug, in your Instagram bio, or to encourage a friend—only to later find out it doesn’t actually mean what you thought it meant?Support this show!! : https://www.bibspeak.com/#donateGrab your free gift: the top 10 most misunderstood Biblical verses: https://info.bibspeak.com/10-verses-clarifiedJoin the newsletter (I only send 2 emails a week): https://www.bibspeak.com/#newsletterShop Dwell L'abel 15% off using the discount code BIBSPEAK15 https://go.dwell-label.com/bibspeakDownload Logos Bible Software for your own personal study: http://logos.com/biblicallyspeakingSign up for Riverside: https://www.riverside.fm/?utm_campaig...Use Manychat to automate a quick DM! It’s great for sending links fast.https://manychat.partnerlinks.io/nd14879vojabStan.Store—way better than Linktree! It lets me share links, grow my email list, and host all my podcast stuff in one place.https://join.stan.store/biblicallyspeakingSupport this show!! : https://www.bibspeak.com/#donate Dr. Jeannine Brown is The David Price Professor of Biblical and Theological Foundations at Bethel Seminary, where she has taught for 25 years. She focuses her research on the New Testament, hermeneutics, and integration. Her books include Scripture as Communication, Becoming Whole and Holy, Dictionary of Jesus and the Gospels (editor), Matthew (2 commentaries), Relational Integration of Psychology and Christian Theology (co-authored), Gospels as Stories, Philippians and Embedded Genres in the New Testament. She is a member of the NIV translation committee. She is married to Tim, and they enjoy spending time with their two adult daughters, two sons-in-law, and four grandchildren. Recommended reading from Dr. Jeannine Brown:📘 Scripture as Communication: Introducing Biblical Hermeneutics - https://books.google.com.ph/books/about/Scripture_as_Communication.html?id=25sHEAAAQBAJ&redir_esc=y 📘 Becoming Whole and Holy: An Integrative Conversation about Christian Formation - https://www.amazon.com/Becoming-Whole-Holy-Integrative-Conversation/dp/0801039258 📘 Philippians (Two Horizons Commentary) - https://www.amazon.com/Philippians-Two-Horizons-Testament-Commentary/dp/0802825516Follow Biblically Speaking on Instagram and Spotify! https://www.instagram.com/thisisbiblicallyspeaking/ https://open.spotify.com/show/1OBPaQj...

Is the rapture real, and how is it different from Christ’s second coming?If someone dies without professing faith in Christ, can our prayers now change their eternal outcome?When we read Revelation, what should Christians be focusing on?Support this show!! : https://www.bibspeak.com/#donateGrab your free gift: the top 10 most misunderstood Biblical verses: https://info.bibspeak.com/10-verses-clarifiedJoin the newsletter (I only send 2 emails a week): https://www.bibspeak.com/#newsletterShop Dwell L'abel 15% off using the discount code BIBSPEAK15 https://go.dwell-label.com/bibspeakDownload Logos Bible Software for your own personal study: http://logos.com/biblicallyspeakingSign up for Riverside: https://www.riverside.fm/?utm_campaig...Use Manychat to automate a quick DM! It’s great for sending links fast.https://manychat.partnerlinks.io/nd14879vojabStan.Store—way better than Linktree! It lets me share links, grow my email list, and host all my podcast stuff in one place.https://join.stan.store/biblicallyspeakingSupport this show!! : https://www.bibspeak.com/#donate Leo Percer grew up in Millington, Tennessee, northeast of Memphis, when he first received his call to teaching ministry. He has been involved in numerous ministerial activities, including serving on the board at Forest Community Fellowship in Forest, Virginia. Dr. Leo Percer graduated with a Ph.D. from Baylor University, an M.A. from Western Kentucky University, and M.Div. from the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, and a B.A. from Union University.After graduating with his Ph.D., Dr. Percer has taught at Baylor University, McLennan Community College, and Liberty University, where he served as the Director of the Ph.D. in Theology and Apologetics program from 2008-2022. His area of expertise is in hermeneutics, Second Temple Judaism, the epistles of Paul, and apocalyptic literature. Dr. Percer is an active member of the Evangelical Theological Society, the Society of Biblical Literature, and is on the board of directors at Ratio Christi. Dr. Percer resides in Lynchburg, VA with his wonderful wife, Lisa, and two children. He loves reading, collecting comic books, and is a coffee connoisseur.Recommended reading from Dr. Leo Percer:📘 Revelation and the End Times (lecture series)https://video.wvbs.org/program/the-end-of-time-a-study-of-the-book-of-revelation/ 📘 Exploring Biblical Prophecy by John Walvoord (for contrast)https://www.scribd.com/document/241966488/John-Walvoord-Interpreting-Prophecy-Today 📘 Reading Revelation Responsibly by Michael Gormanhttps://www.amazon.com/Reading-Revelation-Responsibly-Following-Creation/dp/1606085603Follow Biblically Speaking on Instagram and Spotify! https://www.instagram.com/thisisbiblicallyspeaking/ https://open.spotify.com/show/1OBPaQj...

What was the Great Schism of 1054, and what led to the division between the Eastern Orthodox and Roman Catholic churches?Why do Orthodox Christians reject papal authority?What are some common misconceptions that Catholics and Protestants have about Orthodoxy?Support this show!! : https://www.bibspeak.com/#donateGrab your free gift: the top 10 most misunderstood Biblical verses: https://info.bibspeak.com/10-verses-clarifiedJoin the newsletter (I only send 2 emails a week): https://www.bibspeak.com/#newsletterShop Dwell L'abel 15% off using the discount code BIBSPEAK15 https://go.dwell-label.com/bibspeakDownload Logos Bible Software for your own personal study: http://logos.com/biblicallyspeakingSign up for Riverside: https://www.riverside.fm/?utm_campaig...Use Manychat to automate a quick DM! It’s great for sending links fast.https://manychat.partnerlinks.io/nd14879vojabStan.Store—way better than Linktree! It lets me share links, grow my email list, and host all my podcast stuff in one place.https://join.stan.store/biblicallyspeakingSupport this show!! : https://www.bibspeak.com/#donate Rev'd Archpriest Michael Butler has been a priest for 30 years, serving parishes in Michigan and Ohio. He has a BA in archetypal psychology, an MA in theology, and a PhD in church history & patristics. He has taught at university and trained men for the diaconate. He has worked with the Foundation for Research in Economics and the Environment (Bozeman, MT), the Liberty Fund (Indianapolis, IN), and the Acton Institute (Grand Rapids, MI) on interdisciplinary work in environmentalism, economics, religion, literature, philosophy, politics, social justice, and natural law. For 30 years he has been interested in men’s work, especially in the areas of rites of passage, masculine archetypes, sacred space/time, and initiation. He is always looking for ways that traditional Orthodox psychology, spirituality, and practice can help everyone today become the best they can be. He is married to Annette, his wife of 40 years, and has two grown sons. When he's not at home, or at church, or in conversation with someone over coffee, he'll likely be at the gym, pumping iron.Recommended reading from Fr. Michael Butler:The Ethics of Beauty — Timothy Patitsas https://www.stnicholaspress.net/store/the-ethics-of-beautyThe Apostolic Fathers in English — Michael W. Holmes https://www.amazon.com/Apostolic-Fathers-English-Michael-Holmes/dp/0801031087The Mystical Theology of the Eastern Church by Vladimir Losskyhttps://archive.org/details/mysticaltheology0000lossFollow Biblically Speaking on Instagram and Spotify! https://www.instagram.com/thisisbiblicallyspeaking/ https://open.spotify.com/show/1OBPaQj...

How does the Orthodox Church understand the relationship between Scripture and tradition?What happens if someone tries to interpret Scripture apart from tradition?What does it mean that Communion is a union of the bridegroom and the bride?Support this show!! : https://www.bibspeak.com/#donateGrab your free gift: the top 10 most misunderstood Biblical verses: https://info.bibspeak.com/10-verses-clarifiedJoin the newsletter (I only send 2 emails a week): https://www.bibspeak.com/#newsletterShop Dwell L'abel 15% off using the discount code BIBSPEAK15 https://go.dwell-label.com/bibspeakDownload Logos Bible Software for your own personal study: http://logos.com/biblicallyspeakingSign up for Riverside: https://www.riverside.fm/?utm_campaig...Use Manychat to automate a quick DM! It’s great for sending links fast.https://manychat.partnerlinks.io/nd14879vojabStan.Store—way better than Linktree! It lets me share links, grow my email list, and host all my podcast stuff in one place.https://join.stan.store/biblicallyspeakingSupport this show!! : https://www.bibspeak.com/#donate Rev'd Archpriest Michael Butler has been a priest for 30 years, serving parishes in Michigan and Ohio. He has a BA in archetypal psychology, an MA in theology, and a PhD in church history & patristics. He has taught at university and trained men for the diaconate. He has worked with the Foundation for Research in Economics and the Environment (Bozeman, MT), the Liberty Fund (Indianapolis, IN), and the Acton Institute (Grand Rapids, MI) on interdisciplinary work in environmentalism, economics, religion, literature, philosophy, politics, social justice, and natural law. For 30 years he has been interested in men’s work, especially in the areas of rites of passage, masculine archetypes, sacred space/time, and initiation. He is always looking for ways that traditional Orthodox psychology, spirituality, and practice can help everyone today become the best they can be. He is married to Annette, his wife of 40 years, and has two grown sons. When he's not at home, or at church, or in conversation with someone over coffee, he'll likely be at the gym, pumping iron.Recommended reading from Fr. Michael Butler:The Orthodox Faith: Volume I–IV by Fr. Thomas Hopko — a concise, practical overview of doctrine, worship, and spirituality. - https://www.oca.org/orthodoxy/the-orthodox-faithOrthodoxy and Natural Law — Lecture / writing by Fr. Michael Butler himself - https://rlo.acton.org/archives/56420-fr-michael-butler-orthodoxy-and-natural-law.htmlThe Spiritual Life and How to Be Attuned to It by St. Theophan the Recluse — a deeply pastoral guide to Orthodox spirituality. - https://www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Life-How-Be-Attuned/dp/0938635360Follow Biblically Speaking on Instagram and Spotify! https://www.instagram.com/thisisbiblicallyspeaking/ https://open.spotify.com/show/1OBPaQj...

How do “covert contracts” with God form in our hearts, often without us realizing?What are the purposes of fasting beyond “giving something up”?How do anger, doubt, or grief fit into a genuine spiritual life?Support this show!! : https://www.bibspeak.com/#donateGrab your free gift: the top 10 most misunderstood Biblical verses: https://info.bibspeak.com/10-verses-clarifiedJoin the newsletter (I only send 2 emails a week): https://www.bibspeak.com/#newsletterShop Dwell L'abel 15% off using the discount code BIBSPEAK15 https://go.dwell-label.com/bibspeakDownload Logos Bible Software for your own personal study: http://logos.com/biblicallyspeakingSign up for Riverside: https://www.riverside.fm/?utm_campaig...Use Manychat to automate a quick DM! It’s great for sending links fast.https://manychat.partnerlinks.io/nd14879vojabStan.Store—way better than Linktree! It lets me share links, grow my email list, and host all my podcast stuff in one place.https://join.stan.store/biblicallyspeakingSupport this show!! : https://www.bibspeak.com/#donate Rev'd Archpriest Michael Butler has been a priest for 30 years, serving parishes in Michigan and Ohio. He has a BA in archetypal psychology, an MA in theology, and a PhD in church history & patristics. He has taught at university and trained men for the diaconate. He has worked with the Foundation for Research in Economics and the Environment (Bozeman, MT), the Liberty Fund (Indianapolis, IN), and the Acton Institute (Grand Rapids, MI) on interdisciplinary work in environmentalism, economics, religion, literature, philosophy, politics, social justice, and natural law. For 30 years he has been interested in men’s work, especially in the areas of rites of passage, masculine archetypes, sacred space/time, and initiation. He is always looking for ways that traditional Orthodox psychology, spirituality, and practice can help everyone today become the best they can be. He is married to Annette, his wife of 40 years, and has two grown sons. When he's not at home, or at church, or in conversation with someone over coffee, he'll likely be at the gym, pumping iron.Recommended reading from Fr. Michael Butler:📘 The Orthodox Way by Kallistos Ware - https://www.amazon.com/Orthodox-Way-Kallistos-Ware/dp/0913836583 📘 For the Life of the World by Alexander Schmemann - https://www.amazon.com/Life-World-Sacraments-Orthodoxy/dp/0913836087 📘 On the Incarnation by Athanasius - https://www.newadvent.org/fathers/2802.htmFollow Biblically Speaking on Instagram and Spotify! https://www.instagram.com/thisisbiblicallyspeaking/ https://open.spotify.com/show/1OBPaQj...

Did Noah’s flood really happen—or is it just a Bible story?If it was global, where’s the proof?What about dinosaurs, giants, and other ancient flood stories?Support this show!! : https://www.bibspeak.com/#donateGrab your free gift: the top 10 most misunderstood Biblical verses: https://info.bibspeak.com/10-verses-clarifiedJoin the newsletter (I only send 2 emails a week): https://www.bibspeak.com/#newsletterShop Dwell L'abel 15% off using the discount code BIBSPEAK15 https://go.dwell-label.com/bibspeakDownload Logos Bible Software for your own personal study: http://logos.com/biblicallyspeakingSign up for Riverside: https://www.riverside.fm/?utm_campaig...Use Manychat to automate a quick DM! It’s great for sending links fast.https://manychat.partnerlinks.io/nd14879vojabStan.Store—way better than Linktree! It lets me share links, grow my email list, and host all my podcast stuff in one place.https://join.stan.store/biblicallyspeakingSupport this show!! : https://www.bibspeak.com/#donate Dr. Tim Clarey received a Master of Science in Geology in 1984 from the University of Wyoming and a Master of Science in Hydrogeology in 1993 from Western Michigan University. His Ph.D. in Geology was received in 1996 from Western Michigan University. From 1984 to 1992, Dr. Clarey worked as an exploration geologist at Chevron USA, Inc., developing oil drilling prospects and analyzing assets and lease purchases. He was Full Professor and Geosciences Chair at Delta College in Michigan for 17 years before leaving in 2013 to join the science staff at the Institute for Creation Research, having earlier conducted research with ICR in its FAST program. He has published many papers on various aspects of the Rocky Mountains and has authored two college laboratory books. He and his wife, Reneé, are co-authors of the children's books Big Plans for Henry, Henry Explores the New World, and Henry and the Ice Age.Websites: https://www.icr.org/http://store.icr.org/Recommended reading from Dr. Tim Clarey:📘 Carved in Stone by Dr. Tim Clareyhttps://www.amazon.com/Carved-Stone-Geologic-Evidence-Worldwide/dp/1946246255 📘 The Global Flood by John Whitcomb & Henry Morrishttps://www.amazon.com/Genesis-Flood-50th-Anniversary/dp/159638395X 📘 Genesis Flood Revisited (ICR resources)https://archive.org/details/the-genesis-flood/page/n2/mode/1upFollow Biblically Speaking on Instagram and Spotify! https://www.instagram.com/thisisbiblicallyspeaking/ https://open.spotify.com/show/1OBPaQj...