In this episode, Scot McKnight and Cody Matchett talk about Dietrich Bonhoeffer with Dr. Mark Theissen Nation. Mark grew up in a non-Christian home, the son of a World War II veteran. At age seventeen he became a Christian in a General Baptist church; within a year he became a conscientious objector during the Vietnam War. Since then, he has had many vocations: as evangelist, a youth minister, a social worker, the founder and director of a Christian peace and justice organization, a pastor, and the director of The London Mennonite Centre, London, England. For sixteen years he was professor of theology at Eastern Mennonite Seminary. He has written or edited eleven books, two about Dietrich Bonhoeffer. The first, published by Baker Academic Books in 2013, is Bonhoeffer the Assassin?: Challenging the Myth, Recovering His Call to Peacemaking. In 2022 his book, Discipleship in a World Full of Nazis: Recovering the True Legacy of Dietrich Bonhoeffer, was published by Cascade Books. His first writing on Christians in Nazi Germany was in 1980. Mark has two adult children and four grandchildren and is married to Mary. He is currently (interim) co-pastor of a Mennonite Church in Harrisonburg, Virginia.Ethereal Vistas by Denis Brodovskyi

In this episode Scot McKnight and Cody Matchett reimagine the original Christmas story by talking about the stories of Mary and Joseph.Ethereal Vistas by Denis Brodovskyi

In this episode Scot McKnight and Cody Matchett talk with Dr. Jesse P. Nickel about his recent book, A Revolutionary Jesus: Violence and Peacemaking in the Kingdom of God.Jesse Nickel (PhD, University of St Andrews) is on the faculty of Columbia Bible College in Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada, where he teaches in the biblical studies program. He is the author of The Things that Make for Peace: Jesus and Eschatological Violence (de Grutyer, 2021) and co-editor of It’s About Life: The Formative Power of Scripture (Regent College Publishing, 2023). Jesse is passionate about continuing to get to know Jesus more deeply with both his mind and heart, and teaching others about the already/not-yet, shalom-centred kingdom of God. Forthcoming publications“Eschatological Violence,” in The Oxford Handbook of Bible and Violence, edited by Paul Middleton and Matthew Collins (Oxford University Press, forthcoming).

Dr. Drew J. Strait dives into how faith communities can confront the challenges of Christian nationalism. He explores the historical roots of nationalism within Christianity and the complexities that arise in today’s polarized society. A focus on peace and nonviolence underscores the message as congregations are encouraged to mobilize for justice. The discussion highlights the importance of countering radicalization through Jesus' teachings and fostering dialogues that promote social justice while adhering to peace theology.

Dr. Beverly Roberts Gaventa, Emerita Professor at Princeton Theological Seminary, shares her profound insights on Paul's letter to the Romans. She delves into the significance of worship in interpreting scripture and reveals her personal journey in writing a commentary. Highlights include Paul's anxieties about his ministry and thoughts on gospel transformation through figures like Phoebe. The discussion also critiques human nature within the context of the 'Christ event' and explores the cosmic dimensions of salvation, challenging traditional interpretations.

In this enlightening discussion, Dr. Matthew Novenson, a distinguished New Testament scholar from Princeton Theological Seminary, dives into his latest book, examining the interplay between Paul and Judaism. He highlights the relevance of Paul's eschatological messages in today’s context and unpacks the complexities of early Christianity's relationship with Judaism. Key topics include Paul's interpretation of the law, the concept of justification through faith, and the significant theological implications of Christ as both the end and the fulfillment of the law.

In this episode Scot McKnight and Cody Matchett talk with Dr. James F. McGrath about his recent book Christmaker.James F. McGrath is Clarence L. Goodwin Chair in New Testament Language and Literature at Butler University.Ethereal Vistas by Denis Brodovskyi

In this episode Scot McKnight and Cody Matchett talk with Dr. A. Andrew Das about his recent book, Remarriage in Early Christianity. A. Andrew Das is the Niebuhr Distinguished Chair and professor of religious studies at Elmhurst University. He is the author or editor of over ten books in biblical studies, including Scriptures, Texts, and Tracings in 2 Corinthians and Philippians and Paul and the Stories of Israel: The Grand Thematic Narratives of Galatians.Ethereal Vistas by Denis Brodovskyi

In this episode Scot McKnight and Cody Matchett talk with Dr. Paul T. SloanPaul Sloan earned his PhD in New Testament under Drs. Grant Macaskill and David Moffitt from the University of St Andrews in 2016. He currently serves as the Chair of Theology and is Associate Professor of Early Christianity at Houston Christian University. He lives in Houston, TX with his wife, Meg, and three kids. Twitter/X @paulthomasloanEthereal Vistas by Denis Brodovskyi

In this episode Scot McKnight and Cody Matchett talk with Dr. Elesha J. Coffman about her recent book, Turning Points in American Church History.Dr. Elesha J. Coffman is professor of history at Baylor University. She is author of three books, most recently Turning Points in American Church History. She is also editor of Fides et Historia, the journal of the Conference on Faith and History. Her next research project is a history of Religion News Service.https://bakeracademic.com/p/turning-points-in-american-church-history-elesha-j-coffman/542787https://scotmcknight.substack.com/Ethereal Vistas by Denis Brodovskyi