
Kingdom Roots
The Kingdom Roots Podcast with Scot McKnight and Cody Matchett facilitates conversations about how the Kingdom took root 'then' and how it takes root 'now.'
Scot McKnight (PhD, University of Nottingham) is a world-renowned speaker, writer, professor, and equipper of the Church. He is a recognized authority on the historical Jesus, early Christianity, and the New Testament. His books have been translated into Chinese, Korean, Russian, and Portuguese. He is the author of The Jesus Creed, The Blue Parakeet, The King Jesus Gospel, Revelation for the Rest of Us, numerous commentaries, and is now writing a sixteen-volume series of reflections called The Everyday Bible Study.
Cody Matchett is a pastor, professor, and writer from Calgary Alberta Canada. He is a PhD candidate at Ridley College (Australian College of Theology) exploring portrayals of human character in the Graeco-Roman World, the co-author of Revelation for the Rest of Us: A Prophetic Call To Follow Jesus As A Dissident Disciple (Zondervan Reflective), and co-host of Kingdom Roots Podcast with Dr. Scot McKnight. Cody is passionate about bible literacy and engagement, psychology and philosophy, and all things coffee. He lives in Calgary with his wife Brianna, a counselling-therapist (Garden Counselling Services), his daughter Aletheia Theodora and his son Atticus Ignatius.
Latest episodes

Oct 18, 2024 • 49min
Paul's Letter to the Romans with Dr. Beverly Roberts Gaventa
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.

Oct 3, 2024 • 49min
Paul and Judaism at the End of History With Dr. Matthew Novenson
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.

Sep 27, 2024 • 49min
Christmaker: A Life of John the Baptist With Dr. James F. McGrath
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

Sep 5, 2024 • 49min
Remarriage in Early Christianity With Dr. A. Andrew Das
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

Aug 22, 2024 • 50min
Jesus and the Law of Moses With Dr. Paul Sloan
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

Aug 8, 2024 • 44min
Turning Points in American Church History How Pivotal Events Shaped a Nation and a Faith - Dr. Elesha J. Coffman
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

Jul 25, 2024 • 37min
Reflections On The Gospel Of Matthew - The New Testament Everyday Bible Study Series
In this episode Scot McKnight and Cody Matchett discuss the completion of Scot's entry on the Gospel of Matthew for the New Testament Everyday Bible Study Series. https://harperchristianresources.com/nte/Ethereal Vistas by Denis Brodovskyi

Jul 4, 2024 • 48min
Medieval Sermons, The Making of Biblical Womanhood, and The Pastor's Wife With Dr. Beth Allison Barr
In this episode Scot McKnight and Cody Matchett talk with Dr. Beth Allison Barr.Beth Allison Barr is the James Vardaman Professor of History at Baylor University. She earned her PhD in Medieval History from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and is the bestselling author of The Making of Biblical Womanhood: How the Subjugation of Women Became Gospel Truth. She is also a pastor’s wife and mom of two great kids.https://bethallisonbarr.substack.com/https://bethallisonbarr.com/Ethereal Vistas by Denis Brodovskyi

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Jun 20, 2024 • 59min
Paul and the Resurrection of Israel: Jews, Former Gentiles, Israelites With Dr. Jason A. Staples
Dr. Jason A. Staples discusses Paul's view on the resurrection of Israel, exploring themes of identity, exile, and Israelite heritage. They delve into Second Temple Judaism, Paul's gospel, N.T. Wright's eschatology, love for neighbor in Romans, and more.

Jun 6, 2024 • 48min
Women in the World of the Earliest Christians, Doctor of Ministry Programs, and Current Research With Dr. Lynn H. Cohick
Dr. Lynn H. Cohick discusses women in the New Testament, Jews and Christians in ancient times, and early Christian martyrs. The podcast explores women's agency in early Christian communities, the serene setting of Houston Theological Seminary, Doctor of Ministry programs, collaborative projects in church history, and historical figures like Seneca and Epictetus.