Alastair's Adversaria

Michael Morales is the author of the recently released Numbers 1-19 volume (https://amzn.to/3XOgteK) in the Apollos Old Testament Commentary series, and the forthcoming volume on Numbers 20-36 (https://amzn.to/4e91X73). He joins me for a discussion of the war camp of Israel in the opening chapters of the book. Follow my Substack, the Anchored Argosy, at argosy.substack.com/. See my latest podcasts at adversariapodcast.com/. If you have enjoyed my videos and podcasts, please tell your friends. If you are interested in supporting my videos and podcasts and my research more generally, please consider supporting my work on Patreon (www.patreon.com/zugzwanged), using my PayPal account (bit.ly/2RLaUcB), or by buying books for my research on Amazon (www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/3…3O?ref_=wl_share). You can also listen to the audio of these episodes on iTunes: itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/alast…d1416351035?mt=2.

Dive into the intriguing complexities of Isaac's blessing of Jacob in Genesis 27. The discussion reveals the moral and familial tensions at play, exploring character motivations and scholarly interpretations. Additionally, the symbolism of goats in the Jacob-Esau narrative adds layers to the themes of atonement and fate, uncovering rich connections in this timeless story.

This is the second of my discussions of Pentecost with Benjamin Miller. You can listen to the first of our discussions here: https://soundcloud.com/alastairadversaria/pentecost-and-the-gift-of-the-spirit-with-rev-benjamin-miller. Follow my Substack, the Anchored Argosy, at https://argosy.substack.com/. See my latest podcasts at https://adversariapodcast.com/. If you have enjoyed my videos and podcasts, please tell your friends. If you are interested in supporting my videos and podcasts and my research more generally, please consider supporting my work on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/zugzwanged), using my PayPal account (https://bit.ly/2RLaUcB), or by buying books for my research on Amazon (https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/36WVSWCK4X33O?ref_=wl_share). You can also listen to the audio of these episodes on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/alastairs-adversaria/id1416351035?mt=2.

My friend Benjamin Miller joins me for a seasonal discussion of Pentecost and the gift of the Spirit. Follow my Substack, the Anchored Argosy, at https://argosy.substack.com/. See my latest podcasts at https://adversariapodcast.com/. If you have enjoyed my videos and podcasts, please tell your friends. If you are interested in supporting my videos and podcasts and my research more generally, please consider supporting my work on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/zugzwanged), using my PayPal account (https://bit.ly/2RLaUcB), or by buying books for my research on Amazon (https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/36WVSWCK4X33O?ref_=wl_share). You can also listen to the audio of these episodes on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/alastairs-adversaria/id1416351035?mt=2.

Aaron Renn, an insightful author tackling challenges in today's anti-Christian culture, shares his expert analysis in this engaging discussion. He delves into the shifts in evangelicalism, categorizing them into three cultural eras. The conversation highlights how the internet reshapes public discourse and community identities, contributing to polarization. Renn also addresses the Church's struggle for unity amid rising political tribalism, offering strategies for thoughtful engagement in an increasingly divisive landscape.

The journalist and writer Naomi Wolf recently posted on Twitter about her reading of a New Testament interlinear: https://twitter.com/naomirwolf/status/1780385997416497153. Susannah thought it provided a good occasion for a discussion of conspiracy theories and 'autodidact brain' and invited Derek Rishmawy to have a conversation with us. If you have enjoyed my videos and podcasts, please tell your friends. If you are interested in supporting my videos and podcasts and my research more generally, please consider supporting my work on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/zugzwanged), using my PayPal account (https://bit.ly/2RLaUcB), or by buying books for my research on Amazon (https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/36WVSWCK4X33O?ref_=wl_share). You can also listen to the audio of these episodes on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/alastairs-adversaria/id1416351035?mt=2.

Patrick Schreiner joins me to discuss his wonderful new book, 'The Transfiguration of Christ: An Exegetical and Theological Reading' (https://amzn.to/3Tq2UPd). Patrick and I also consider how the light of the Transfiguration can illumine Holy Week and Easter. If you have enjoyed my videos and podcasts, please tell your friends. If you are interested in supporting my videos and podcasts and my research more generally, please consider supporting my work on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/zugzwanged), using my PayPal account (https://bit.ly/2RLaUcB), or by buying books for my research on Amazon (https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/36WVSWCK4X33O?ref_=wl_share). You can also listen to the audio of these episodes on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/alastairs-adversaria/id1416351035?mt=2.

The podcast discusses the problems with the term 'postmillennialism', exploring hermeneutical idiosyncrasies and theological divisions. It examines how theological labels can obscure understanding, using the analogy of where someone lives. The chapter highlights the arbitrary nature of many theological labels and the need to unpack them. It explores the limitations and debates within post-millennialism, including varying degrees of kiliasm and interpretations of scriptural promise. The podcast emphasizes the benefits of different perspectives in theological discussions and the importance of clarity in communication.

Neil Shenvi and Pat Sawyer are the authors of the recently released book, 'Critical Dilemma: The Rise of Critical Theories and Social Justice Ideology―Implications for the Church and Society': https://amzn.to/40102v2. They join me for a discussion of the book and of their concerns about rising ideological movements in churches and other Christian contexts. If you have enjoyed my videos and podcasts, please tell your friends. If you are interested in supporting my videos and podcasts and my research more generally, please consider supporting my work on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/zugzwanged), using my PayPal account (https://bit.ly/2RLaUcB), or by buying books for my research on Amazon (https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/36WVSWCK4X33O?ref_=wl_share). You can also listen to the audio of these episodes on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/alastairs-adversaria/id1416351035?mt=2.

Jack Franicevich, a deacon and curate at Cornerstone Valparaiso and adjunct professor of writing at Valparaiso University, joins me to discuss his new book, 'Sunday' (https://athanasiuspress.org/products/sunday-keeping-christian-time). We talk about the scriptural teaching concerning the Sabbath, and how it relates to and can inform Christian understandings of Sunday, and of time more generally. If you have enjoyed my videos and podcasts, please tell your friends. If you are interested in supporting my videos and podcasts and my research more generally, please consider supporting my work on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/zugzwanged), using my PayPal account (https://bit.ly/2RLaUcB), or by buying books for my research on Amazon (https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/36WVSWCK4X33O?ref_=wl_share). You can also listen to the audio of these episodes on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/alastairs-adversaria/id1416351035?mt=2.