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The Bible Sojourner

The Bible Sojourner

By Peter Goeman

The Bible Sojourner is a bi-weekly podcast that explores difficult Bible passages, theology, and cultural issues. Whether it is talking about specific biblical texts or addressing the presuppositions of how the culture views sexuality, it is important to analyze these kinds of issues from a biblical worldview. For more information on the host, Peter Goeman, visit petergoeman.com.
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Theological Systems and the New Creation Model (Ep 144)

The Bible SojournerMay 19, 2023

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Theological Systems and the New Creation Model (Ep 144)

Theological Systems and the New Creation Model (Ep 144)

Special guest Mike Vlach joins us to talk about his new book, The New Creation Model. Vlach discusses the New Creation Model and the Spiritual Vision Model, and how these two paradigms have influenced interpreters for thousands of years. We talk about Dispensationalism and Covenant Theology and how those systems understand the storyline of Scripture. We also discuss premillennialism, amillennialism, and postmillennialism and how those eschatological viewpoints either do or do not reflect a New Creation Model. We also talk about some surprises, like Jonathan Edwards' unique view of hell. Buckle up! You can order The New Creation Model here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C4G57G9R

00:00 Intro 01:27 Why Write This Book? 03:10 How Long Have you Been Working on It? 03:50 How Does This Book Differ from Your Other Books? 06:18 Who did You Write This Book for? 07:54 What is the New Creation Model? 11:50 What is an Example of a Spiritual Vision Model? 14:30 Are Some People Both New Creation Model and Spiritual Vision Model? 17:29 Where does the Spiritual Vision Model Come from? 21:35 How do These Models Relate to Eschatological Systems? 24:05 Why the Trend Toward New Creation Model Today? 30:00 Why the Postmillennial Revival? 31:35 Examples of Premillennialists and the Spiritual Vision Model 35:52 Premillennialism as an Apologetic in the Early Church 38:35 Postmillennial Inconsistency 40:40 The Surprising Eschatology of Jonathan Edwards 43:38 Augustine's Eschatological Influence 48:02 Comparing Theological Systems 53:35 Covenant Theology and a Future for Israel 58:50 Does Anyone Hold to a Restoration of Israel in the Eternal State? 59:58 What Do You Hope Your Book Accomplishes? 1:02:50 Conclusion

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Ep 127: Using the Mosaic Law in Ethics

Ep 127: Using the Mosaic Law in Ethics

This episode is from a presentation at the Shepherds 360 conference on ethics. The presentation discussed the believer's relationship to the Law and how we might use the Law in making ethical decisions. There is a PowerPoint along with the presentation, which can be accessed here. The presentation will make sense without the PowerPoint if you are just listening.


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Ep 120: Defining Postmillennialism and Assessing Its Optimism
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Ep 118: Reviewing Critiques of Dispensationalism from Jerusalem
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Ep 116: Mark Ward and King James Onlyism
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Ep 115: Questions about Circumcision and Application of Mosaic Law to Gentiles

Ep 115: Questions about Circumcision and Application of Mosaic Law to Gentiles

We answer a couple of questions from the last episode about (1) the difference between the binding nature of the Mosaic Law and its wisdom aspect, and (2) the relationship of circumcision to the Law and the Abrahamic covenant. Then we proceed to ask the question about whether Gentiles in the Old Testament were expected to obey the Mosaic Law.  

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Ep 114: Theonomy's Problems with the Mosaic Law

Ep 114: Theonomy's Problems with the Mosaic Law

Today's episode continues our brief series on Theonomy, specifically talking about a few of their issues with the Mosaic Law. We talk about whether there should be a three-fold division of the Law, and whether or not the Mosaic Law should be considered binding for the believer.  

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Ep 113: What is Theonomy and Christian Reconstructionism?

Ep 113: What is Theonomy and Christian Reconstructionism?

In this episode, we introduce the concept of Theonomy and Christian Reconstructionism. Theonomy and postmillennialism have been popularized by individuals like Jeff Durbin, Gary DeMar, and Doug Wilson. This episode talks about what it is, and where it came from.

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Ep 112: Are We Removing Jesus from Our Bibles - Pt 2

This is a continuation of the previous topic discussing the hermeneutical validity of seeing Jesus in every verse of the Old Testament. In this episode, I review the last half of the Theocast episode which deals with specific examples and work through those.

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Ep 110: Is Daniel's 70th Week Still Future?

Ep 110: Is Daniel's 70th Week Still Future?

This is the followup to the previous episode on Daniel's 70 weeks. In this episode we talk about the content of Dan 9:24-27 and whether there remains any future fulfillment of Daniel's 70 weeks. 

Apr 29, 202201:03:22
Ep 109: The Start of Daniel's 70 Week's Prophecy

Ep 109: The Start of Daniel's 70 Week's Prophecy

This episode discusses the starting point of Daniel's 70 week prophecy in Daniel 9:24-27. We discuss not just the possible options, but also a key component of the exile and the OT discussion of the sabbatical years. 

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Ep 108: Discernment - What it is and Why it is Important

Ep 108: Discernment - What it is and Why it is Important

In this episode we talk about discernment and how the Bible defines it, and encourages all believers to participate. 

Mar 26, 202254:30
Ep 107: Christians and Social Media in 2022
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Ep 106: Comparing Pathways to Wisdom in Proverbs

Ep 106: Comparing Pathways to Wisdom in Proverbs

In this episode we talk about wisdom as it is portrayed in Proverbs and how we ought to think about wisdom as believers.

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Ep 105: Special Guest Jason Lisle on Worldview and Logic

Ep 105: Special Guest Jason Lisle on Worldview and Logic

Today we welcome astrophysicist and apologist Jason Lisle as a special guest. We discuss the issues of worldview and logic as well as what kind of telescope to get. You can visit Dr. Lisle's website (https://biblicalscienceinstitute.com/) for more access to some of his work. 

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Ep 104: 4 Cultural Thought Patterns Influencing the Western World

Ep 104: 4 Cultural Thought Patterns Influencing the Western World

In this episode we analyze 4 cultural thought patterns which are influencing the culture around us: Darwinism, Marxism, Postmodernism, and Social Contract Theory. These 4 thought patterns help explain many of the problems we see in Western culture.

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Ep 103: Shellfish, Slavery, and Homosexuality

Ep 103: Shellfish, Slavery, and Homosexuality

In today's episode we review a short video from John Corvino on whether we should use biblical passages that address homosexuality to form our sexual ethic. Corvino brings up the shellfish and slavery arguments that are often brought forward as examples of inconsistency for Christians.  

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Ep 102: The Christian, Authority, and Government

Ep 102: The Christian, Authority, and Government

This episode looks at some of the foundational issues related to Christians, authority, and the government.
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Ep 101: The Significance and Mode of Baptism

Ep 101: The Significance and Mode of Baptism

Today is the last episode in the series (thus the length of the episode!). In this episode we talk about the positive presentation of baptism …
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Ep 100: Interview with Matt Waymeyer on Baptism

Ep 100: Interview with Matt Waymeyer on Baptism

To celebrate the 100th episode of the Bible Sojourner this episode interviews Matt Waymeyer on the issue of reformed paedobaptism. Really thankful for Matt and …
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Ep 99: Household Baptisms

Ep 99: Household Baptisms

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Ep 98: Challenging the Link between Baptism and Circumcision

Ep 98: Challenging the Link between Baptism and Circumcision

This episode gives a detailed look at the connection between baptism and circumcision. Reformed paedobaptists equate the two signs as essentially the same, but there …
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Ep 97: Paedobaptism and the People of God

Ep 97: Paedobaptism and the People of God

Today’s episode continues the series on baptism and talks about how the discontinuity between the people of God in the OT and NT creates significant …
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Ep 96: Paedobaptism and the Covenant of Grace

Ep 96: Paedobaptism and the Covenant of Grace

This episode dives into the defense of and arguments against a unifying covenant of grace, and how that would impact the baptism discussion. As argued …
Sep 10, 202101:07:41
Ep 95: The Foundational Arguments for Paedobaptism

Ep 95: The Foundational Arguments for Paedobaptism

This episode continues our series on the issue of baptism. In this episode we examine the foundations of the Reformed paedobaptist arguments as they were …
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Ep 94: The Historic Link between Baptism and Faith

Ep 94: The Historic Link between Baptism and Faith

Today we start a new series on the subject of baptism. This episode deals with the biblical and historic view of baptism being linked with …
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Ep 93: Problem Passages on the Kingdom

Ep 93: Problem Passages on the Kingdom

Following the previous episode, this episode looks at 4 passages which are typically viewed as evidence against a physical or literal kingdom (Matthew 12; Luke …
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Ep 92: When and What is the Kingdom?

Ep 92: When and What is the Kingdom?

Today’s episode is a brief foray into how we are to think about the Kingdom of God, and how the Old Testament and New Testament describe and define the kingdom.

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Ep 91: Avoid All Appearance of Evil?

Ep 91: Avoid All Appearance of Evil?

In today’s episode we look at the interpretation and application of 1 Thessalonians 5:22, “Abstain from all appearance of evil” (KJV). We look at how there may be a better way to translate this verse, and the application is a bit different.


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Ep 90: Joy and Happiness in Scripture

Ep 90: Joy and Happiness in Scripture

Joy is typically described as something Christians have, while happiness is what the world has. Or something like that. But in this episode we look …
Jun 17, 202141:59
Ep 89: Preferred Gender Pronouns and the Christian

Ep 89: Preferred Gender Pronouns and the Christian

This episode looks at the issue of PGPs (Preferred Gender Pronouns) and how Christians should think about the issues.
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Ep 88: Ecclesiastes 7:15-18 – The Toughest Passage in Ecclesiastes

Ep 88: Ecclesiastes 7:15-18 – The Toughest Passage in Ecclesiastes

Today we talk about Ecclesiastes 7:15-18 and how to interpret it. This passage has sometimes been labeled as the most difficult passage in the Old …
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Ep 87: Can You Use the Bible to Prove the Bible?

Ep 87: Can You Use the Bible to Prove the Bible?

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Ep 86: Ethical Systems and Resurrection Belief

Ep 86: Ethical Systems and Resurrection Belief

Today’s episode is a bit different than some of the more recent episodes. We start off discussing ethical systems and comparing consequentialist and deontological systems, …
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Ep 85: You Become Like What You Worship – Ps 115

Ep 85: You Become Like What You Worship – Ps 115

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Ep 84: 9 Benefits of Trials

Ep 84: 9 Benefits of Trials

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Ep 83: Filled with the Spirit?

Ep 83: Filled with the Spirit?

Today’s episode looks at what it means to be filled with the Spirit. What does it mean to be filled with the Spirit, and how …
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Ep 82: Psalm 1 and the Entry to the Psalter

Ep 82: Psalm 1 and the Entry to the Psalter

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Ep 81: Talking about CRT to Friends

Ep 81: Talking about CRT to Friends

Because of the good discussions that I’ve had with other believers about Critical Race Theory (CRT), I’ve dedicated this episode to thinking through the mindset …
Dec 21, 202035:40
Ep 80: Critical Race Theory – Pt 3

Ep 80: Critical Race Theory – Pt 3

This is the 3rd and final part in our series on CRT. This episode discusses the actual beliefs of Critical Race Theory as explained by …
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Ep 79: Critical Race Theory – Pt 2

Ep 79: Critical Race Theory – Pt 2

This episode continues the series on Marxism and Critical Theory by talking about the influence of Postmodernism on the American culture. All of this is …
Nov 20, 202047:17
Ep 78: Critical Race Theory – Pt 1

Ep 78: Critical Race Theory – Pt 1

Today’s episode starts a series on Critical Race Theory and its destructive influence in the culture. Critical Race Theory should be thought of as a …
Nov 13, 202044:31
Ep 77: Voting and John Piper

Ep 77: Voting and John Piper

In today’s episode I review a viral article by John Piper on why he can’t vote for Donald Trump. It is a good example to …
Oct 23, 202040:29
Ep 76: A Biblical Analysis of Socialism

Ep 76: A Biblical Analysis of Socialism

This episode deals with socialism from a biblical worldview. I’m sure there are more problems with socialism, but here are four problems that I see.
Oct 09, 202035:39
Ep 75: Christians as Viewed by the Culture

Ep 75: Christians as Viewed by the Culture

This episode looks at two opinion articles from the Huffington post. One relates to a former apostate who notes Christian anti intellectualism leads to “spiritual …
Sep 25, 202042:52
Ep 74: The State of Theology 2020

Ep 74: The State of Theology 2020

Today’s episode is a little different in analyzing the recent survey put out by Ligonier and Lifeway Research. The survey was conducted in March, 2020 …
Sep 10, 202052:53
Ep 73: Who is the Queen of Heaven?

Ep 73: Who is the Queen of Heaven?

If you’ve been reading through Jeremiah ever, you come across an individual called the queen of heaven. Who is this individual? This episode covers the …
Aug 21, 202023:21
Ep 72: The Mark of the Beast, 666, and Nero

Ep 72: The Mark of the Beast, 666, and Nero

Today we discuss Revelation 13:16-18 and the mark of the beast. We look at 666 and whether Nero was the fulfillment of the number or …
Jul 31, 202047:42
Ep 71: Race, Racism, the Culture, and Church

Ep 71: Race, Racism, the Culture, and Church

In today’s episode I invited my good friend Derrick Boone to the podcast to talk through issues of race and racism. We have an extemporaneous …
Jul 17, 202045:22
Ep 70: Preterism and the Date of Revelation

Ep 70: Preterism and the Date of Revelation

This episode looks at some of the external evidence concerning the date of Revelation. Preterism dates the book of revelation between 64-68 AD while others date the book post 90 AD. We look at the historical evidence in this episode.


Jul 06, 202044:56
Ep 69: Jeff Durbin and the Abomination of Desolation

Ep 69: Jeff Durbin and the Abomination of Desolation

This episode looks at Jeff Durbin’s discussion of the abomination of desolation in Matthew 24:15 and Daniel. Much of the time involves Durbin’s discussion of …
Jun 19, 202053:07
Ep 68: Current Events, Social Justice, and BLM

Ep 68: Current Events, Social Justice, and BLM

Although I had the next episode on Preterism lined up, we take a small break this episode to deal with current events surrounding the protests …
Jun 09, 202057:44
Ep 67: Matt 24, Preterism, and Jeff Durbin

Ep 67: Matt 24, Preterism, and Jeff Durbin

Today’s episode focuses a bit on eschatology and the preterist interpretation of Matthew 24. I walk through a sermon on the Olivet Discourse by Jeff …
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Ep 66: Elders, Bishops, and Pastors

Ep 66: Elders, Bishops, and Pastors

Today’s episode looks at church leadership and how the Bible defines them and what their role is. Many denominations create a hierarchy from the differing …
May 22, 202027:35
Ep 65: The Use of Amos 9 in Acts 15

Ep 65: The Use of Amos 9 in Acts 15

Today’s episode deals with the tricky issue of Acts 15 and James’ use of Amos 9. This is a heavy hitter when it comes eschatological …
May 09, 202038:26
Ep 64: An Introduction to the Septuagint (LXX)

Ep 64: An Introduction to the Septuagint (LXX)

This episode is devoted to providing an introduction to the Septuagint (LXX) and why its important for the Christian to be aware of it. Although …
Apr 24, 202036:03
Ep 63: Will Varner on the Passion Week

Ep 63: Will Varner on the Passion Week

Today’s episode is an interview with Will Varner on the Passion Week and some of his perspectives on the final week leading up to the …
Apr 07, 202051:07
Interview with LeMaster on Job

Interview with LeMaster on Job

Today’s episode is an interview with one of my friends who is working on his PhD at Cambridge. We discuss the book of Job and …
Apr 03, 202049:43
God’s Sovereignty – Part 2

God’s Sovereignty – Part 2

This episode concludes our brief overview of the categories of God’s sovereign control. Although the list is not meant to be exhaustive, I think it …
Mar 25, 202036:10
God’s Sovereignty – Part 1

God’s Sovereignty – Part 1

Today’s episode talks about God’s sovereignty as it relates to Nature, Nations, Sickness, and Suffering. In a time where there is such a temptation to …
Mar 20, 202035:42
Ep 59: Review of Gary DeMar on Rapture

Ep 59: Review of Gary DeMar on Rapture

This episode examines an interview Gary Demar did on the rapture pointing out the abundance of straw man argumentation that he uses. There are certainly …
Mar 03, 202037:21
Philippians 2:5-8 and Unitarianism

Philippians 2:5-8 and Unitarianism

Today’s episode is a review of Philippians 2:5-8 and a discussion of Unitarianism. I review podcast on the Unitarian understanding of Philippians 2:5-8 and how …
Feb 07, 202043:18
Joshua 21:43-45 and the Land Promise of the Abrahamic Covenant

Joshua 21:43-45 and the Land Promise of the Abrahamic Covenant

Today’s episode is a response to a listener question. I look at Joshua 21:43-45 and how it should be interpreted in the context of the …
Jan 31, 202030:55
Levirate Marriage in Ruth

Levirate Marriage in Ruth

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Jan 18, 202053:16
John Whitmore on Grand Canyon Formation

John Whitmore on Grand Canyon Formation

Continuing our special series while traveling in Israel and Jordan, today’s episode is an interview with John Whitmore on geology and young earth creationism, with …
Dec 12, 201930:40
Interview with Clayton Schultz

Interview with Clayton Schultz

In a episode from the country of Jordan I interview Clayton Schultz, the director of the West Institute. We talk about what the West Institute …
Dec 04, 201935:60
Thanksgiving Thoughts

Thanksgiving Thoughts

Today’s brief episode was a test run for recording podcasts on the go. I tried recording on my Ipad and had a brief reflection on …
Nov 28, 201916:56
Oneness Pentecostalism Interview with Derrick Boone

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Today’s episode is a bit unique in that we do an interview with Derrick A. Boone, a former minister of the Oneness Pentecostal church. We …
Nov 23, 201929:47
The Bible and Transgenderism

The Bible and Transgenderism

This episode discusses some of the presuppositions of transgenderism and how we need to think about it from a biblical perspective. The transgender revolution is …
Nov 02, 201938:01
A Review of a Review of Dispensationalism

A Review of a Review of Dispensationalism

Today we do something a little different and review a podcast between Nancy Guthrie and Ligon Duncan. It is an interview/review about dispensationalism. We discuss …
Oct 11, 201945:30
Question and Answer #4

Question and Answer #4

Today’s episode deals with the following questions: How do I trust and fear the Lord at the same time? If an atheist is kind-hearted, would …
Sep 20, 201925:08
OT Law and the Christian – Pt 4

OT Law and the Christian – Pt 4

This is the last of a four part series on the Christian and the Law. This episode deals with the didactic nature of the Law …
Sep 13, 201931:58
OT Law and the Christian – Pt 3

OT Law and the Christian – Pt 3

This episode discusses two of the most common ways Christians try to apply the OT Law: (1) Traditional Reformed (Tripartite division) and (2) Theonomy.
Sep 02, 201928:33
OT Law and the Christian – Pt 2

OT Law and the Christian – Pt 2

This episode talks about the specific connection between the General Stipulations (Ten Commandments) and the Specific Stipulations (e.g., Deut 12-26). It is important to have …
Aug 09, 201937:01
OT Law and the Christian – Pt 1

OT Law and the Christian – Pt 1

This episode begins a series that looks at the Old Testament Law and the believer. This first part looks at the law from the Old …
Aug 02, 201924:19
Question and Answer #3

Question and Answer #3

Today’s episode deals with the following five questions: What is your view on using social media? How can God love his enemies and destroy them …
Jul 29, 201930:44
What Must I do to Be Saved (Lordship Salvation)

What Must I do to Be Saved (Lordship Salvation)

This episode takes a short look at the Lordship salvation controversy and how that plays out practically in churches today.
Jul 13, 201932:05
Genesis 6 and the Sons of God

Genesis 6 and the Sons of God

This episode looks at Genesis 6:1-4 and talks about who the Sons of God and the Nephilim are. Then we try to figure what’s going …
Jun 21, 201939:44
Music in the Church

Music in the Church

Today’s episode deals with music in the church and how believers are to evaluate which songs should or should not be used in the church.
Jun 07, 201932:56
The Covenants

The Covenants

Today’s episode discusses God’s plan of redemption in the OT and how the Noahic, Mosaic, Davidic, and New Covenants relate to that plan.
Mar 22, 201931:58
Prevenient Grace

Prevenient Grace

Today we discuss the subject of Prevenient Grace and John 6.
Mar 09, 201936:27
Abortion, Num 5:22, and Exod 21:22-23

Abortion, Num 5:22, and Exod 21:22-23

Today’s episode briefly discusses Numbers 5 and Exodus 21 as it relates to the issue of abortion.
Feb 08, 201922:14
Understanding Goliath and Haman

Understanding Goliath and Haman

This episode takes a brief look at the historical backgrounds of Goliath and Haman in order to help understand these important stories.
Jan 18, 201922:13
Luke 2 and the Christmas Story

Luke 2 and the Christmas Story

This episode looks at Luke 2 and explains some of the background to the Christmas story.
Dec 24, 201822:38
Why Go to Church?

Why Go to Church?

Today’s episode looks at why actually going to church is important. Especially in light of a growing trend to attend church virtually.
Nov 29, 201828:48
Question and Answer #2

Question and Answer #2

Today on the episode we briefly cover two questions: (1) What is the “Cut Off” Penalty of the OT, and (2) What does the NT …
Oct 31, 201823:11
How Do you Get Wisdom?

How Do you Get Wisdom?

This episode explores the teaching of Proverbs on how to get wisdom.
Oct 05, 201825:36
Reading the OT in Context: The Abrahamic Covenant

Reading the OT in Context: The Abrahamic Covenant

Today we continue our miniseries on reading the Old Testament in context. This episode discusses the importance of the Abrahamic Covenant for reading Genesis and …
Sep 21, 201831:45
Reading the OT in Context: The Law of the King

Reading the OT in Context: The Law of the King

This episode starts a miniseries on reading the OT in context. Today we focus on how understanding the Law of the King in Deuteronomy 17 …
Sep 07, 201816:56
Sin or Sin Offering in Genesis 4:7?

Sin or Sin Offering in Genesis 4:7?

Today’s episode examines Genesis 4:7 and whether or not God is telling Cain about sin or a sin offering.
Aug 24, 201820:16
Can You be a Christian and Gay?

Can You be a Christian and Gay?

Today’s episode is a brief discussion of the issue of homosexuality and its compatibility with the Church.
Aug 10, 201823:06
When is the Rapture?

When is the Rapture?

This episode covers many of the issues of the Rapture and how to think through the issues methodologically.
Jul 27, 201848:55
Relating to the OT Law as a Believer

Relating to the OT Law as a Believer

How does a believer relate to the OT Law? In today’s episode we discuss how the believer should read the OT in light of living …
Jul 07, 201830:09
Ps 121 – Yahweh as Guardian

Ps 121 – Yahweh as Guardian

This episode walks through Psalm 121 and details Yahweh’s guardianship over his people.
Jun 30, 201826:39
Is the Old Testament Valuable?

Is the Old Testament Valuable?

Some put more emphasis on the New Testament, or on the words of Christ. Is this a biblical approach? What does Scripture say about the …
Jun 18, 201818:19
Elijah and Mount Carmel

Elijah and Mount Carmel

Today’s episode examines 1 Kings 18-19 and possibly corrects a misunderstanding of Elijah’s character.
Jun 08, 201821:36
10 Important Insights into the Life of Christ – Pt 5

10 Important Insights into the Life of Christ – Pt 5

Dr. Bookman finishes his series on the Life of Christ and what we can glean from it.
May 21, 201830:09
10 Important Insights into the Life of Christ – Pt 4

10 Important Insights into the Life of Christ – Pt 4

Dr. Bookman is back with insight into how the crowds influenced Jesus’ ministry.
May 13, 201841:18
Thinking about Race and Racism – Interview

Thinking about Race and Racism – Interview

Today’s episode is an interview/discussion with Adam Waller from GraceLife London. We discuss race, racism, and the church’s solution to a worldly problem.
Apr 20, 201844:09
Acts 3:19-21 and the Kingdom for Israel

Acts 3:19-21 and the Kingdom for Israel

This episode discusses how we should think about the Kingdom from a New Testament perspective based on Peter’s sermon in Acts 3.
Apr 14, 201829:07
The Christian and Humility

The Christian and Humility

This episode talks about the importance of humility for the Christian and gives some advice for how to work on it.
Apr 03, 201832:16
Imprecatory Psalms and the Christian

Imprecatory Psalms and the Christian

In this episode we discuss Psalm 109 and other imprecatory psalms. How should the Christian think about psalms which ask for the death/removal of some …
Mar 17, 201832:33
10 Important Insights into the Life of Christ – Pt 3

10 Important Insights into the Life of Christ – Pt 3

Dr. Bookman continues talking with us about the Life of Christ, specifically about Jesus’s inconceivable claims to deity, His miracles, and ultimately His rejection by …
Mar 08, 201834:33
10 Important Insights into the Life of Christ – Pt 2

10 Important Insights into the Life of Christ – Pt 2

This week’s episode continues the special Life of Christ series with Dr. Bookman. This episode focuses on the differentiation between the public and private ministry …
Feb 25, 201832:01
10 Important Insights into the Life of Christ – Pt 1

10 Important Insights into the Life of Christ – Pt 1

Today we have a special guest on the podcast, Dr. Doug Bookman. In today’s episode we talk about the importance of the humanity of Christ …
Feb 16, 201834:31
How Can a Loving God Allow Evil?

How Can a Loving God Allow Evil?

Today’s episode is a brief discussion of a difficult issue that everyone will face.
Feb 09, 201830:19
Genesis 9 and the Sin of Ham

Genesis 9 and the Sin of Ham

Today’s episode discusses what is going on in Genesis 9:20-27. What did Ham do that merited Canaan being cursed? We talk through the different views …
Feb 02, 201835:60
The Gibeonite Deception

The Gibeonite Deception

In this episode we examine Joshua 9-10 and the Gibeonite deception. How does knowing the geography play in to understanding the passage?
Dec 20, 201718:51
The King James Version and Erasmus

The King James Version and Erasmus

In today’s episode we look at why it is inaccurate to say the King James Version is the best translation. We look at the history …
Nov 23, 201727:24
Differences in Translations

Differences in Translations

Today’s episode covers some thoughts on what makes Bible translations different and some of the complexities that are involved in making translations.
Nov 11, 201723:14
Martin Luther and John Calvin on the Original Languages

Martin Luther and John Calvin on the Original Languages

In honor of Reformation Day, today’s episode discusses what Luther and Calvin thought of the importance of knowing Greek and Hebrew.
Oct 27, 201725:25
Question and Answer #1

Question and Answer #1

Today we talk about Proverbs 22:6 and whether it is a promise or a warning to parents, and Deuteronomy 22:28-29 and whether the Bible commands …
Oct 13, 201726:21
Lessons from Numbers

Lessons from Numbers

This episode looks at the book of Numbers and gives insights into what we can learn from the Census data given, as well as the …
Sep 22, 201721:21
Deuteronomy 4 and Israel’s Future

Deuteronomy 4 and Israel’s Future

Deuteronomy 4 is a key text in understanding what the future of Israel holds. This episode works through Deuteronomy 4:25-30 and gives a brief rundown …
Sep 08, 201718:26
Creation vs Evolution

Creation vs Evolution

Today’s episode introduces the debate evolution and the various ways of interpreting Genesis 1 and 2.
Aug 28, 201729:21
The Structure of Genesis and the Promised Redeemer

The Structure of Genesis and the Promised Redeemer

The Book of Genesis is important for many reasons. However, one thing often not emphasized is how the structure itself emphasizes the message of hope …
Aug 11, 201721:07
The Image of God

The Image of God

What does in mean that humans are made in the image of God? Today’s episode surveys the main views and focuses on the details of …
Aug 04, 201731:11
What is Dispensationalism?

What is Dispensationalism?

In this episode, we look at what dispensationalism really is. There are some misconceptions about what it is, as well as confusion about what dispensationalists …
Jul 28, 201730:39
Introduction

Introduction

This episode is a “minisode” which gives a brief background of who I am and what I hope to accomplish in this podcast. If you …
Jul 24, 201710:45