The Bible Sojourner

John Piper believes that any remarriage after divorce is wrong. We review Piper's position paper on the subject and compare it with the position presented by Andrew David Naselli in a 2019 journal article. We talk about the cultural context of Jewish and Greco-Roman life and how that should contribute to one's understanding of the Bible's divorce passages. Article by Andrew David Naselli Article by John Piper Help others find the podcast by leaving a review on Itunes or rating it on Spotify. You can also find The Bible Sojourner on Youtube! Subscribe and like episodes there to help others find the content. Visit petergoeman.com for more information on the podcast or blog.

Today's short episode deals with the question of whether a Christian woman can work outside the home? What does the Bible say, and what is the wise course of action? Help others find the podcast by leaving a review on Itunes or rating it on Spotify. You can also find The Bible Sojourner on Youtube! Subscribe and like episodes there to help others find the content. Visit petergoeman.com for more information on the podcast or blog.

While the culture is trying to de-feminize women, the Bible gives clear teaching on God's beautiful and unique design for women. Furthermore, the Bible gives plentiful instruction on what the church is to teach younger women. We do our women (and men) a disservice when we fail to emphasize the godly calling of motherhood and being a wife, but this is a very unpopular message in today's culture.   Help others find the podcast by leaving a review on Itunes or rating it on Spotify. You can also find The Bible Sojourner on Youtube! Subscribe and like episodes there to help others find the content. Visit petergoeman.com for more information on the podcast or blog.

Were America's founding fathers Christian? Did they embrace the core tenets of Christianity? Or, were they deists? In this episode, Dr. Gregg Frazer joins us to talk about those men who helped design the constitution and found the great nation of America. Frazer challenges the common notions and helps us look at the facts of history.  Dr. Frazer has also provided a handout entitled, "Why is the Christian America View Dangerous?"  Gregg Frazer has also written two great books on the time of America's founding:   The Religious Beliefs of America's Founders: Reason, Revelation, and Revolution (https://www.amazon.com/Religious-Beliefs-Americas-Founders-Revelation/dp/0700620214/)   God against the Revolution: The Loyalist Clergy's Case against the American Revolution (https://www.amazon.com/God-against-Revolution-Loyalist-American/dp/0700630589/)  Help others find the podcast by leaving a review on Itunes or rating it on Spotify. You can NOW find The Bible Sojourner on Youtube! Subscribe there to help others find this content. Visit petergoeman.com for more information on the podcast or blog.

What is dispensationalism? How does dispensationalism differentiate itself as a system from other ways of interpreting Scripture? I'm joined by special guest Michael Vlach to discuss his new book Dispensational Hermeneutics. We talk about how dispensationalism is more than just an eschatology, but really a whole framework for reading the Bible.    I am also giving away TWO FREE COPIES of Vlach's new book, Dispensational Hermeneutics. For information on how to enter, see the instructions here: https://petergoeman.com/dispensational-hermeneutics-by-mike-vlach/. Help others find the podcast by leaving a review on Itunes or rating it on Spotify.  You can NOW find The Bible Sojourner on Youtube! Subscribe there to help others find this content. Visit petergoeman.com for more information on the podcast or blog.

Have you heard of ChatGPT? It is one of the most amazing technological advances of this decade. This new era of artificial intelligence brings with it a variety of challenges and ethical dilemmas. How should Christians think about tools like ChatGPT? Help others find the podcast by leaving a review on Itunes or rating it on Spotify. Visit petergoeman.com for more information on the podcast or blog.

The new year is upon us! Many Christians are making goals for 2023, a practice I think we all should do. In this video we talk about what Christians can (and should) do to make 2023 a more productive, Christ-exalting year.  Help others find the podcast by leaving a review on Itunes or rating it on Spotify. Visit petergoeman.com for more information on the podcast or blog.

Matthew 1:5 says that Salmon fathered Boaz by Rahab. Does this mean Rahab was the mother of Boaz? We take a look at the purpose of genealogies in the Old and New Testament and answer whether Boaz was the son of Rahab. Help others find the podcast by leaving a review on Itunes or rating it on Spotify. Visit petergoeman.com for more information on the podcast or blog.

In this episode, we ask the question of whether there are Apostles today. We discuss the three criteria for being an Apostle, and what Scripture has to say on the issue of the gift of Apostleship. Help others find the podcast by leaving a review on Itunes or rating it on Spotify. Visit petergoeman.com for more information on the podcast or blog.

In this episode, I talk about an alternative translation of Genesis 4:7, and why I think it is the best even though no English translations follow it! Perhaps instead of Genesis 4:7 being a reference to sin crouching at the door it is a reference to God providing a sin offering for Cain. Buckle your seatbelts!  Blog article referenced in episode: Perhaps Sin is Not Crouching at the Door (Genesis 4:7) Help others find the podcast by leaving a review on Itunes or rating it on Spotify. Visit petergoeman.com for more information on the podcast or blog.

In this episode, we talk about what is probably the best argument for Amillennialism. Matt Waymeyer walks us through the eschatological framework employed by the amillennialist, focusing on the argument that the two ages, this age and the age to come, makes an intermediate kingdom impossible. We talk about how premillennialism best accounts for the Old Testament prophecies and allows Revelation 20 to be interpreted in a straightforward manner.  Get Matt Waymeyer's book, Amillennialism and the Age to Come on Amazon. Help others find the podcast by leaving a review on Itunes or rating it on Spotify. Visit petergoeman.com for more information on the podcast or blog.

In this episode, we discuss the explosive nature of the Abrahamic Covenant and how that fits into the book of Genesis. Furthermore, we talk about the promises of the Abrahamic Covenant and how those help shape our understanding of how we read the book of Genesis.  Help others find the podcast by leaving a review on Itunes or rating it on Spotify. Visit petergoeman.com for more information on the podcast or blog.

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. Help others find the podcast by leaving a review on Itunes or rating it on Spotify. Visit petergoeman.com for more information on the podcast or blog.

What happens to babies when they die? In this episode, we discuss this important issue from a biblical and logical perspective. We cover the main views and assess the biblical evidence.  Links mentioned in the podcast: The Salvation of Babies Who Die, Part 1 - https://www.gty.org/library/sermons-library/80-242/the-salvation-of-babies-who-die-part-1 The Salvation of Babies Who Die, Part 2 - https://www.gty.org/library/sermons-library/80-243/the-salvation-of-babies-who-die-part-2 Help others find the podcast by leaving a review on Itunes or rating it on Spotify. Visit petergoeman.com for more information on the podcast or blog.

In this episode I discuss the role of the Noahic covenant in the storyline of the Bible. I also talk about how the covenant fits into the context of Genesis, and why it talks about more than just avoiding another flood.  Help others find the podcast by leaving a review on Itunes or rating it on Spotify. Visit petergoeman.com for more information on the podcast or blog.

In this episode we talk about the recent theological trends in evangelicalism and what that means about the state of the church today. We discuss a variety of key findings from the State of Theology 2022 survey.  Links: Not All Christians are True Christians Blog Post State of Theology Website Ep 74: State of Theology 2020 Help others find the podcast by leaving a review on Itunes or rating it on Spotify. Visit petergoeman.com for more information on the podcast or blog.

In today's episode we talk about how Christians argue for the acceptance of homosexuality. I review Walter Brueggemann's recent article on how one can be a Christian and accept LGBT persons into the church. Article Reviewed: Walter Brueggemann: How to read the Bible on homosexuality Help others find the podcast by leaving a review on Itunes or rating it on Spotify. Visit petergoeman.com for more information on the podcast or blog.

In today's episode we discuss whether there is a link between Baptist theology and Transgenderism. We also explore the ramifications of covenant theology and paedobaptism, focusing on some of the major differences between Baptists and paedobaptists.  Videos Reviewed: From Slavery to Abortion to Transgenderism BACKSTAGE: The Failure of Baptist Theology Baptists vs Presbyterians? Help others find the podcast by leaving a review on Itunes or rating it on Spotify. Visit petergoeman.com for more information on the podcast or blog.

In this episode we examine the question, what is the purpose of the Bible? We talk about the big picture about why we have revelation from God, and how that leads to the ultimate purpose of life, to glorify God.  Help others find the podcast by leaving a review. Visit petergoeman.com for more information on the podcast or blog.

In this episode, we define postmillennialism and talk about their belief that there will be a time when the majority of people have embraced the gospel. Should we expect the world to gradually get better through the embrace of the gospel? Here are some thoughts on that component of postmillennialism.  Help the podcast by leaving a review. Visit petergoeman.com for more information on the podcast or blog.

In this episode, we talk about why the culture struggles with defining what a woman is. There are worldview issues in the background that make it difficult for the secular culture to speak absolutely. We talk about 3 reasons why the culture struggles with defining a woman, and the appropriate response by Christians.   Sen. Blackburn asks Supreme Court nominee to define 'woman' | USA TODAY: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BWtGzJxiONU Sen. Hawley asks Law Professor Khiara Bridges about women: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uU7nzwbJ-Hk The Telegraph Interviews people on what is a woman: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=96dM9r8tQuk Help the podcast by leaving a review. Visit petergoeman.com for more information on the podcast or blog.

Recording this episode from Jerusalem, we talk about misunderstandings of dispensationalism and how one ought to think about dispensationalism. We interact with a Q & A from RC Sproul, as well as a panel discussion put on by Ligonier ministries.  Link to RC Sproul Q & A: https://youtu.be/qKjevUJUb0E?t=1036 Link to Ligonier Panel Q & A: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_SgxjJ8pnSc Help the podcast by leaving a review. Visit petergoeman.com for more information on the podcast or blog.

Today's episode is quite a bit different than usual. Today we explore a variety of sights and sounds from the ground in Israel. Whether you have been to Israel or not, this episode provides insight into some of the things you see in the land of the Bible.  Help the podcast by leaving a review. Visit petergoeman.com for more information on the podcast or blog.

Today's episode is an interview with Mark Ward and covers the King James Version, and how to talk to those who believe in King James Onlyism.  Help the podcast by leaving a review. Visit petergoeman.com for more information on the podcast or blog.

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.  

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.  

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.

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.

In this episode we talk about the issue of seeing Jesus in Scriptures. Does every text we read in Scripture speak of Christ, or include discussion of a Law/Gospel distinction? To discuss this we review an episode from some popular Reformed theologians on the Theocast podcast. The episode is entitled, "Stop Taking Jesus Out of the Bibles." 

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. 

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. 

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

Today's episode talks about how to think critically about social media from a biblical worldview. We review Hootsuite's 2022 Social Media survey and talk about the social media trends for 2022, with what that means for biblical thinkers going forward.

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

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. 

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.

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.  

This episode looks at some of the foundational issues related to Christians, authority, and the government.

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 …

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 …

This episode examines the paedobaptist use of household baptisms in Acts and 1 Corinthians. We look at the presuppositions of household baptism as well as …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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.

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 …

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 …

This episode looks at the issue of PGPs (Preferred Gender Pronouns) and how Christians should think about the issues.

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 …

Today we take a little foray into the issue of whether or not you can (or should) use the Bible to prove the Bible. I …

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, …

This episode examines Psalm 115, and the theme of the deleterious effects of worshipping anything other than the Creator God. There is also an interesting …

Today on the podcast we talk about trials and how we should think about them as believers. Although trials are by definition difficult, there is …

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 …

We are back with our first episode in 2021. In this episode we look at some of the details of Psalm 1 and how it …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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.

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

Today’s episode looks at some of the external evidence concerning the date of Revelation. Preterism dates the book of revelation between 64-68 AD while traditionally …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

Today’s (lengthy) episode deals with the setting of Ruth and what is probably going on behind the scenes. We discuss whether or not the levirate …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

This episode discusses two of the most common ways Christians try to apply the OT Law: (1) Traditional Reformed (Tripartite division) and (2) Theonomy.

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 …

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 …

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 …

This episode takes a short look at the Lordship salvation controversy and how that plays out practically in churches today.

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 …

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.

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.

Today we discuss the subject of Prevenient Grace and John 6.

Today’s episode briefly discusses Numbers 5 and Exodus 21 as it relates to the issue of abortion.

This episode takes a brief look at the historical backgrounds of Goliath and Haman in order to help understand these important stories.

This episode looks at Luke 2 and explains some of the background to the Christmas story.

Today’s episode looks at why actually going to church is important. Especially in light of a growing trend to attend church virtually.

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 …

This episode explores the teaching of Proverbs on how to get wisdom.

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 …

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 …

Today’s episode examines Genesis 4:7 and whether or not God is telling Cain about sin or a sin offering.

Today’s episode is a brief discussion of the issue of homosexuality and its compatibility with the Church.

This episode covers many of the issues of the Rapture and how to think through the issues methodologically.

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 …

This episode walks through Psalm 121 and details Yahweh’s guardianship over his people.

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 …

Today’s episode examines 1 Kings 18-19 and possibly corrects a misunderstanding of Elijah’s character.

Dr. Bookman finishes his series on the Life of Christ and what we can glean from it.

Dr. Bookman is back with insight into how the crowds influenced Jesus’ ministry.

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.

This episode discusses how we should think about the Kingdom from a New Testament perspective based on Peter’s sermon in Acts 3.

This episode talks about the importance of humility for the Christian and gives some advice for how to work on it.

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

Today’s episode is a brief discussion of a difficult issue that everyone will face.

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 …

In this episode we examine Joshua 9-10 and the Gibeonite deception. How does knowing the geography play in to understanding the passage?

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 …

Today’s episode covers some thoughts on what makes Bible translations different and some of the complexities that are involved in making translations.

In honor of Reformation Day, today’s episode discusses what Luther and Calvin thought of the importance of knowing Greek and Hebrew.

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 …

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 …

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 …

Today’s episode introduces the debate evolution and the various ways of interpreting Genesis 1 and 2.

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …