The Stone Chapel Podcast
“The Stone Chapel Podcast” is a weekly podcast of the friends and staff of The Lanier Theological Library and Learning Center in Houston, Texas. It is hosted by David Capes, Director of Academic Programming of the Lanier Theological Library and Learning Center. David is an engaging host, a respected New Testament scholar, and the author of Rediscovering Paul and Matthew through Old Testament Eyes. “The Stone Chapel Podcast” features theologians, scholars, and thought leaders from around the world for lively, informative, and educational discussions. With over 200 compelling, uplifting episodes that are valuable for all spiritually curious listeners, the Stone Chapel Podcast provides an unique, weekly refresh and renewal resource for pastors and church leaders.
In case you're interested in going deeper and want more educational content, most of the Stone Chapel podcasts are associated with The Lanier Theological Library and Learning Center’s public lecture series, programs, and classes. Please visit our website for videos and panel discussions with many of the podcast visitors David has hosted, as well as all our resources and opportunities!
You can find all “The Stone Chapel Podcast” episodes on your favorite podcast platform.
“The Stone Chapel Podcast” is now part of the ChurchLeaders Podcast Network.
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Latest episodes
Jul 18, 2023 • 13min
Episode 150 The Pseudepigrapha, Part 2 with Dan Gurtner
The Pseudepigrapha are a complicated set of texts which are often classified together, although they are very different. The term “Pseudepigrapha” means “falsely-written.” That is, written in the name of another. The post Episode 150 The Pseudepigrapha, Part 2 with Dan Gurtner first appeared on Lanier Theological Library.
Jul 11, 2023 • 17min
Episode 149 The Pseudepigrapha, Part 1 with Dan Gurtner
The Pseudepigrapha are a complicated set of texts which are often classified together, although they are very different. The term “Pseudepigrapha” means “falsely-written.” That is, written in the name of another. The post Episode 149 The Pseudepigrapha, Part 1 with Dan Gurtner first appeared on Lanier Theological Library.
Jul 4, 2023 • 19min
Episode 148 Including the Stranger with David Firth
"Including the Stranger" examines the books known as the former prophets and asks the big questions these prophets are discussing: Who are the people of God? The post Episode 148 Including the Stranger with David Firth first appeared on Lanier Theological Library.
Jun 27, 2023 • 22min
Episode 147 The Divine Warrior Myth with Andy Angel
Bible texts describe God as a warrior for his people. How do conflicts with demonic forces, disease, & human power structures show Jesus as the Divine Warrior? The post Episode 147 The Divine Warrior Myth with Andy Angel first appeared on Lanier Theological Library.
Jun 20, 2023 • 20min
Episode 146 “To Cast the First Stone” with Tommy Wasserman
In Jennifer Knust and Tommy Wasserman's book, "To Cast the First Stone", great care is taken to trace how this beloved story came into the manuscripts and has become a mainstay of our own Bible tradition. The post Episode 146 “To Cast the First Stone” with Tommy Wasserman first appeared on Lanier Theological Library.
Jun 13, 2023 • 19min
Episode 145 Theology on Tap with Sarah Stone
Theology on Tap, is a Houston-based ministry to young adults and singles. Their tag line is "inviting believers and the spiritually curious to explore big questions of life and faith.” The post Episode 145 Theology on Tap with Sarah Stone first appeared on Lanier Theological Library.
Jun 6, 2023 • 22min
Episode 144 Formatting the Word of God with Dan Wallace
From the beginning, people who hand copied the New Testament Manuscripts put into the manuscripts features which made the reading of Scripture easier. But these features also are interpretive in nature. The post Episode 144 Formatting the Word of God with Dan Wallace first appeared on Lanier Theological Library.
May 30, 2023 • 20min
Episode 143 Faith and Educators Across the University
The Veritas Scholars Program's goal is to support, nurture, and mentor young Christian scholars in colleges and universities. The effort is across the university in disciplines such as physics, biology, social sciences, engineering, philosophy, and other humanities. The post Episode 143 Faith and Educators Across the University first appeared on Lanier Theological Library.
May 23, 2023 • 22min
Episode 142 Mount Ebal Curse Tablet with Scott Stripling
The Mount Ebal Curse Tablet is a small folded lead tablet. If dated properly, it's the first reference to the name of Israel’s God in the archaeological record. The post Episode 142 Mount Ebal Curse Tablet with Scott Stripling first appeared on Lanier Theological Library.
May 16, 2023 • 25min
Episode 141 “In the Form of A God” Part 2, Andrew Perriman
In the book, "In the Form of A God" Andrew Perriman asks the question: did Paul believe in the pre-existence of Christ? And if so, to what extent? The post Episode 141 “In the Form of A God” Part 2, Andrew Perriman first appeared on Lanier Theological Library.
