The Apocalyptic Gospel Podcast

The podcast delves into the Jewish apocalyptic context of Acts 1 and its connection to the restoration of the kingdom to Israel. It explores the significance of the apostles' question, the concept of God's fixed day for redemption, and the importance of receiving power from the Holy Spirit. The hosts also discuss the connection between the ascension of Jesus and Jewish apocalyptic expectation, and how modern disciples can apply the apocalyptic narrative to their lives. The importance of certainty in the faith and commitment to God's promises is emphasized.

Bill, John, and Josh tackle your questions in this first of many Q&A episodes. Topics include Acts 15, how Calvinism and Arminianism relate to Jewish apocalypticism, understanding "all Israel will be saved" from Romans 11, and tips on practical day-to-day discipleship.

In this episode, we discuss the issue of Jewish election in Paul's thought. Continuing in his letter to the Romans, we look at a few passages that relate to Jewish priority and God's enduring covenant with the Jewish people and how that relates to the discipleship of the Gentiles.

The podcast explores Paul's understanding of the gospel in Romans 1, analyzing concepts like apocalyptic, the Davidic Messiah, resurrection, and discipleship of the Gentiles. It also discusses the importance of involving Gentiles in Paul's mission, understanding the reliability of the gospel in a 1st century Jewish apocalyptic context, and the vision of eternal life for the Gentiles through discipleship.

This podcast explores the Jewish apocalyptic context of the Great Commission in Matthew 28:18-20. It discusses the Messianic authority tied to divine judgment, the two-age framework, and discipleship into the Jewish apocalyptic hope. The chapters cover topics such as the meaning of 'all authority', the New Testament narrative within a Jewish apocalyptic framework, the significance of baptism in apocalypticism, and understanding Jewish and apocalyptic themes in the Great Commission.

Exploring Acts 17, this episode delves into the unique Gospel message preached by Paul to the Gentiles. It discusses the significance of the Day of the Lord in the Jewish diaspora and its role in calling for repentance and faith. The podcast also examines the concept of the Day of God and its explanation to Gentiles, the influence of non-canonical texts on Jewish beliefs, the connection between Jewish cosmology and the proclamation of the Gospel, and the importance of adapting the message to different contexts.

Exploring the origins of the Gospel in Jewish literature, focusing on John the Baptist's message and the people's expectation of the coming Christ. Delving into the concept of the Gospel for first-century Jews, including the symbolism of the winnowing fork and the anticipation of healing and resurrection. Examining the interconnectedness of eternal life, resurrection, and the kingdom in relation to the good news for Zion. Exploring the concept of the Messiah and its relationship to the day of God's goodness and destruction. Discussing the influence of pre-New Testament literature on the disciples' understanding of the Kingdom of God and the future events.

In this first episode of The Apocalyptic Gospel Podcast, Bill, John, and Josh introduce themselves, give some background and vision for the topics to be discussed in future episodes, and explain the podcast's somewhat odd title.

The first episode of The Apocalyptic Gospel Podcast with Bill Scofield, John Harrigan, and Josh Hawkins will release on July 1, 2020! For more on our podcast, visit us on our website at apocalypticgospel.com or follow us on Twitter at @ApocGospel.