Welcome to AWKNG’s Ask A Scholar Podcast, where your Questions about the Bible get answered by a biblical scholar. Join us each month as we delve into a book (or books) of the Bible through our complimentary FREE Reading Plans. While we read together, we invite you to engage in the conversation by sending in any questions you may have for us to answer. Visit www.awkng.com to enroll in this month’s FREE reading plan and to share any questions that arise during your readings. You ask, and we provide answers! Let’s embark on a journey through the Bible together, exploring the text, and not being fearful to ask questions along the way!
In this episode, we will discuss the book of Psalms with questions on the Sons of Korah in Psalm 42, the Holy Spirit in Psalm 51, Psalm 82, and Psalm 137. Join Karla and Mike as they converse with Dr. Joshua Farris to get your questions answered! To check out Dr. Farris' resources mentioned in this episode, visit: An Introduction to Theological Anthropology: https://amzn.to/4iOpKL9 The Creation of Self: https://amzn.to/4k4bsXQ Website: https://soulscienceministries.com/
In this episode, we will discuss the book of Psalms with questions on the book's overall structure, the proper way to lament, and why there are so many prayers for judgment. Join Karla and Mike as they converse with Dr. Joshua Farris to get your questions answered! To check out Dr. Farris' resources mentioned in this episode, visit: An Introduction to Theological Anthropology: https://amzn.to/4iOpKL9 The Creation of Self: https://amzn.to/4k4bsXQ Website: https://soulscienceministries.com/
In this episode, we will discuss the 12 Minor Prophets with questions centered around the meaning of the day of the Lord mentioned throughout the Minor Prophets, the book of Jonah, and the book of Micah. Join Karla and Mike as they converse with Dr. Beth Stovell to get your questions answered! To check out Dr. Stovell's resources mentioned in this episode, visit: Podcast:https://bridgingtheology.com/ Book: https://amzn.to/3XNrXPn
In this episode, we will discuss the 12 Minor Prophets with questions centered around things happening in the books of Hosea and Zechariah. Join Karla and Mike as they converse with Dr. Beth Stovell to get your questions answered! To check out Dr. Stovell's resources mentioned in this episode, visit: Podcast: https://bridgingtheology.com/ Book: https://amzn.to/3XNrXPn
In this episode, we will discuss the Book of Ezekiel with questions centered around things happening in Ezekiel chapters 18, 20, 28, and 37. Join Karla and Mike as they converse with Dr. Jason Gile to get your questions answered! To check out Dr. Jason Gile's resources mentioned in this episode, visit: Bio: https://www.seminary.edu/faculty/jason-gile/ Book: https://amzn.to/4ifovoJ Ministry: https://learn.seminarynow.com/
In this episode, we will discuss the Book of Ezekiel and ask questions centered on events in chapters 11, 15, 17, and 19. Join Karla and Mike as they converse with Dr. Jason Gile to get your questions answered! To check out Dr. Jason Gile's resources mentioned in this episode, visit: Bio: https://www.seminary.edu/faculty/jason-gile/ Book: https://amzn.to/4ifovoJ Ministry: https://learn.seminarynow.com/
In this episode, we will discuss the Book of Jeremiah with questions centered around Manasseh, the meaning of the name “Lord of Righteousness”, Jeremiah's experience as a prophet, and Jeremiah 29:11 Join Karla and Mike as they converse with Dr. Lissa Wray Beal to get your questions answered! To check out some of Dr. Wray Beals resources, visit: https://amzn.to/42Eb50z https://amzn.to/3EkXgu7 Resources referenced in this episode include: https://amzn.to/4gJNOxN
In this episode, we will discuss the Book of Jeremiah with questions centered around the widely quoted Jeremiah 1:5, who is the “queen of heaven”, and the meaning of the ruined loincloth and the full jars of wine. Join Karla and Mike as they converse with Dr. Lissa Wray Beal to get your questions answered! To check out some of Dr. Wray Beals's resources, visit: https://amzn.to/42Eb50z https://amzn.to/3EkXgu7 Additional resources referenced in this episode include: https://amzn.to/4aNH7Ju
In this episode, we will discuss the Book of Isaiah with questions centered around King Ahaz, Sennacherib, the suffering servant, and what we should take away from the end of Isaiah. Join Karla and Mike as they converse with Dr. Matthew Lynch to get your questions answered! To check out some of Dr. Lynch's resources, visit: https://hebraicthought.org/authors/dr-matthew-lynch/
In this episode, we will discuss the Book of Isaiah with questions centered around how God's wrath and mercy can co-exist, what makes Isaiah worthy to be called a prophet, and how we should interpret certain parts of the book (literally or ironically). Join Karla and Mike as they converse with Dr. Matthew Lynch to get your questions answered! To check out some of Dr. Lynch's resources, visit: https://hebraicthought.org/authors/dr-matthew-lynch/ Resources referenced in this podcast include: https://amzn.to/428y1VL https://amzn.to/3W7E0Gs
In this episode, we will discuss the Book of II Kings with questions centered around Elisha, the Shunammite Woman, Naaman, and Jehu. Join Karla and Mike as they converse with Dr. David Lamb to get your questions answered! To check out all the resources that Dr. Lamb references in this podcast, visit: https://davidtlamb.com/
In this episode, we will discuss the Book of I Kings with questions centered around the overall message of I & II Kings, the Temple furnishings, Ahab, and Elijah. Join Karla and Mike as they converse with Dr. David Lamb to get your questions answered! To check out all the resources that Dr. Lamb references in this podcast, visit: https://davidtlamb.com/
In this episode, we will discuss the Books of I & II Samuel with questions centered around if mediums and psychics are real, why Uzzah was struck down, and David's sins and punishments. Join Karla and Mike as they converse with Dr. Phil Long to get your questions answered!
In this episode, we will discuss the Books of I & II Samuel with questions centered around whether it was wrong for the Israelites to ask for a king, why Saul was rejected and David wasn't, and David and Jonathan's relationship. Join Karla and Mike as they converse with Dr. Phil Long to get your questions answered! Check out resources by Dr. Long: 1 and 2 Samuel: An Introduction and Commentary The Art of Biblical History A Biblical History of Israel The Reign and Rejection of King Saul
In this episode, we will discuss the Books of Joshua and Judges with questions centered around Joshua's last speech, Jephthah's terrible decision, and the concubine who suffered greatly. Join Karla and Mike as they converse with Dr. Matthew Lynch and Dr. Michelle Knight to get your questions answered!
In this episode, we will discuss the Books of Joshua and Judges with questions centered around key characters in the narrative such as Rahab, Achan, Deborah, and the Angel of the Lord. Join Karla and Mike as they converse with Dr. Matthew Lynch and Dr. Michelle Knight to get your questions answered!
In this episode, we will discuss the Book of Deuteronomy with questions centered around the concept of holy war and various questions about Deuteronomy 32. Join Karla and Mike as they converse with Dr. Ronn Johnson to get your questions answered!
In this episode, we will discuss the Book of Deuteronomy with questions centered around the mention of giants, the difference in the laws presented here versus what is presented in Leviticus and Numbers, and the importance of the Shema. Join Karla and Mike as they converse with Dr. Ronn Johnson to get your questions answered!
In this episode, we will discuss the Book of Numbers with questions centered around the story of Korah, the tithe that the Israelites were instructed to give, and Moses' big mistake. Join Karla and Mike as they converse with Dr. Dru Johnson to get your questions answered!
In this episode, we will discuss the Book of Numbers with questions centered around the censuses' purpose, varying punishments between Israelite men and women, and leadership challenges during that time. Join Karla and Mike as they converse with Dr. Dru Johnson to get your questions answered!
In this episode, we will discuss the Book of Leviticus with questions centered around the different types of offerings, atonement, festivals, and holy days. Join Karla and Mike as they converse with Dr. Jay Sklar to get your questions answered! Links to additional resources Dr. Sklar recommends within the podcast: Website Dr. Sklar has put together with resources for teaching and preaching the Pentateuch Teaching Leviticus by Geoffrey Harper Leviticus (Tyndale) by Jay Sklar Leviticus (ZECOT) by Jay Sklar Numbers (Story of God) by Jay Sklar
In this episode, we will discuss the Book of Leviticus with questions centered around the laws regarding unclean things and dietary restrictions and the importance that Leviticus plays within the Torah. Join Karla and Mike as they converse with Dr. Jay Sklar to get your questions answered! Links to additional resources Dr. Sklar recommends within the podcast: Website Dr. Skar has put together with resources for teaching and preaching the Pentateuch Teaching Leviticus by Geoffrey Harper Leviticus (Tyndale) by Jay Sklar Leviticus (ZECOT) by Jay Sklar Numbers (Story of God) by Jay Sklar
In this episode, we will discuss the Book of Exodus with questions centered around the relevance of laws, the details of the Tabernacle, the semblance of the golden calf idol, and God's glory. Join Karla and Mike as they converse with Dr. Carmen Imes to get your questions answered!
In this episode, we will discuss the Book of Exodus with questions centered around the name of the LORD, the plagues, and some specific instructions of Passover. Join Karla and Mike as they converse with Dr. Carmen Imes to get your questions answered!
In this episode, we will continue our discussion on the Book of Genesis with questions centered around idols, Jacob, Joseph, and more. Join Karla and Mike as they converse with Dr. Ronn Johsnon to get your questions answered!
In this episode, we get your questions about the beginning of the Book of Genesis answered by Dr. Ronn Johnson and Mike Chu. With questions on creation, the Garden of Eden, and the real issue of eating the fruit, we'll focus our discussions around Genesis 1-3.
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