The Bible For Normal People

Greg Boyd, a pastor, author, and theology professor, delves into the theme of divine violence through the lens of Jesus' crucifixion. He reinterprets Old Testament narratives, suggesting they reflect an overarching message of love. Boyd emphasizes the importance of nonviolence in understanding scripture and discusses how to cultivate resilient faith in youth amidst contemporary challenges. The conversation also explores theological tensions around divine judgment, advocating for a compassionate approach to biblical interpretation.

On this week's episode, Pete and Jared riff with great eloquence and profundity on three big words that come up sooner or later whenever you start talking about the Bible, especially when you start thinking about the Bible in new ways. Is the Bible still authoritative? What does that even mean? Same with Revelation and Inspiration. Show Notes → Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode, Pete and Jared speak with Drew Hart about race and the Bible. Hart is assistant professor of theology at Messiah College, author of Trouble I’ve Seen: Changing the Way the Church Views Racism, and an activist with ten years of pastoral experience. Show Notes → Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dive into the complex tale of Jonah, often dismissed as a simple children's story. Discover its parabolic nature, revealing layers of irony and exaggerated storytelling. Explore the profound implications of Jonah's narrative for both personal faith and Israel's journey. Reflect on themes of disobedience, exile, and the quest for redemption. The story offers rich insights into resilience and the comfort found in faith struggles, making it a deeply rewarding theological exploration.

This week's episode looks at Womanist Biblical Interpretation with Pete and Jared’s guest Nyasha Junior, assistant professor in the department of religion at Temple University in Philadelphia. She writes, teaches, speaks, and frequently tweets on race, gender, religion, and their intersections. Show Notes → Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Jared and Pete speak with Beverly Gaventa. Beverly is Distinguished Professor of New Testament Interpretation at Baylor University and Helen H.P. Manson Professor of New Testament Literature and Exegesis Emerita at Princeton Theological Seminary. Her latest book is called “When In Romans”. Show Notes → Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Biblical scholar Pete Enns discusses 5 key insights about the Adam story, including its connections to the Old Testament and the concept of exile. He challenges traditional interpretations and explores the role of Adam in Christian thinking, questioning whether he was a real person or a metaphorical figure. The podcast also emphasizes the importance of building an online community and invites listeners to join.

On this episode, Pete and Jared talk with Hebrew Bible scholar and theologian Jon D. Levenson about where the idea of resurrection shows up in the Hebrew Bible and early Judaism, what it means when it does, and how some of that finds its way into the New Testament. Show Notes → Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week Pete and Jared talk with speaker, author, and theologian Diana Butler Bass about her love for the Bible that has led her beyond code words and conventions to something deeper and more spiritually sustaining. Show Notes → Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of the Bible For Normal People, Pete and Jared talk with theologian Megan DeFranza (actually, Megan educates us) on a topic that affects deeply the lives of many, but that few Christians even know is a topic. And Megan might surprise you about what the Bible and church history have to say about it. Show Notes → Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices