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94. Matthew 5-7 - Two Kingdoms, One Choice: The Sermon on the Mount in One Episode

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2025 33:30


Episode NotesEpisode 94: Matthew 5-7 - Two Kingdoms, One Choice: The Sermon on the Mount in One EpisodeMarch 26, 2025 - Host: Dr. Gregory HallIn this episode we'll be talking about Jesus' Sermon on the Mount. It spans nearly three chapters in Matthew's gospel… and it will challenge you to rethink many assumptions you may have had about how this life of ours should be lived. This is a quick flyover looking at the structure of the sermon. Resources Referenced and/or Read:Where Luke puts the blessings and woes together... Matthew separates them out into two separate discourses and on two separate mountains.1. Matt 5:3 - kingdom opened vs. Matthew 23:13 - Kingdom shut2. Matt 5:4 - Mourners comforted vs. Matt 23:14 - Mourners distressed3. Matt 5:5 - Meek inherit the earth vs Matt 23:15 - fanatic compassing the earth trying to gain control4. Matt 5:6 - True righteousness sought vs Matt 23:16-22 seeking a template for righteousness.5. Matt 5:7 - Merciful obtain mercy vs. Matt 23:23-24 - mercy neglected6. Matt 5:8 - purity within vs Matt 23:25-26 - external purity7. Matt 5:9 - Makers of peace vs. Matt 23:27-28 - makers of lawlessness8. Matt 5:10-12 - The persecuted vs. Matt 23:29-33 - The persecutors Gage, W. A., & Carpenter, S. P. (2014). A Literary Guide to the Life of Christ in Matthew, Mark, and Luke-Acts: How the Synoptic Evangelists Tell the Story of Jesus (p. 35). St. Andrews House.The Dual Reference to “the Law and the Prophets”This placement of this phrase in the sermon (5:17; 7:12) marks off the main body of Jesus' teaching in the sermon. The two occurrences of the phrase establish an inclusio, a kind of envelope, for holding the teachings of Jesus in which he challenges the righteousness of the scribes and Pharisees.Deppe, Dean B. All Roads Lead to the Text: Eight Methods of Inquiry into the Bible. Grand Rapids, MI; Cambridge, U.K.: William B. Eerdmans Publishing Company, 2011. Print.Show Music:Intro/Outro - "Growth" by Armani Delos SantosTransition Music - produced by Jacob A. HallPodcast Website:The All-America Listener Challenge Updates: https://rethinkingscripture.comMy New Podcast Studio... The Upper Room: https://rethinkingscripture.com/podcast-episodes/More information about The Homes and Help Initiative: https://rethinkingscripture.com/homes-help-initiative/Sister site: RethinkingRest.comRethinking Rest... the Book is now available. The Rethinking Rest audiobook is available only on Audible: More information: https://rethinkingrest.com/the-book/Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RethinkingScripture Twitter: @RethinkingStuffInstagram: Rethinking_ScriptureYouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6YCLg2UldJiA0dsg0KkvLAPowered and distributed by Simplecast.

93. Matthew 5 - Blessings, Curses, and Moving Mountains: The Architecture of Matthew's Gospel

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2025 25:04


Episode NotesEpisode 93: Matthew 5 - Blessings, Curses, and Moving Mountains: The Architecture of Matthew's GospelMarch 4, 2025 - Host: Dr. Gregory HallIn this episode we're diving into Matthew chapter 5 and we'll notice a fascinating aspect of Matthew gospel. Matthew organizes Jesus' major addresses into five distinct sermons. The first and the last of which are delivered on mountains. and today, we'll unpack a link back to the Old Testament story of Moses and Joshua.Resources Referenced and/or Read:Thanks to Dr. Warren Gage for the bulk of the material in this episode. Gage, W. A. (2010). Essays in Biblical Theology (pp. 63–65). Warren A. Gage. - The Blessings and Cursings upon Gerizim and Ebal - The law of Moses instructed the people, when Joshua led them into the good land promised to the fathers, to assemble before the mountains of Gerizim and Ebal for a ceremony reaffirming their fidelity to the Lord and the law of the covenant (Deut 27–28). The entire nation of Israel was to be arranged in ranks by their tribes in the valley between the slopes of the two mountains. Six tribes stood upon the skirts of Ebal, and six tribes stood upon the skirts of Gerizim. Joshua spoke all the law of Moses in the hearing of the twelve tribes of Israel (Josh 8:30–35). The six tribes upon Gerizim spoke the blessings that would be poured out as long as the nation obeyed the law and the covenant (Deut 28:1–14). The six tribes upon Ebal spoke the curses that would come upon the nation if they disobeyed the law (Deut 27:15–28). All the tribes affirmed that, upon their disobedience, a nation from afar would come upon them like the eagle, besieging the fortified walls of Israel (Deut 28:49–52) and driving all the people into exile among the nations (Deut 28:64–68). As each group of six tribes spoke the blessings and the cursings of the law, the six tribes opposite answered with an antiphonal avowal of their fidelity to the covenant and their imprecatory oath of obedience to the Lord. In the New Testament, Matthew's Gospel portrays Jesus as the True Joshua presiding over a new ceremony of blessing and cursing. To recognize this portrayal, we must understand something of the structure of the first Gospel. Matthew arranges his Gospel around seven mountains. These mountains are 1) the mountain of the temptation (4:8), 2) the mountain of the beatitudes (5:1), 3) the mountain of the separation (14:23), 4) the mountain of the feeding in the wilderness (15:29), 5) the mountain of the transfiguration (17:1), 6) the mountain of the Olivet discourse (24:3), and 7) the mountain of the commissioning (28:16). The seven Matthean mountains are arranged chiastically, with corresponding pairs arrayed around the central mountain of the wilderness feeding. The mountains relevant to the Joshua typology are the second mountain and the sixth, which frame Matthew's five discourses. The second mountain is the mountain of the beatitudes in Galilee, the site of the first discourse called the “Sermon on the Mount” (5:1–8:28). The corresponding sixth mountain, the site of the last or “Olivet Discourse,” is the mountain before Jerusalem (24:3–26:1). Matthew's typology of the True Joshua is built around the relationship between the blessings pronounced upon the mount of the beatitudes in Galilee and the woes (or curses) spoken against the Pharisees in Jerusalem. By juxtaposing these mountains, Matthew anticipates the blessings to descend upon the mountain of the Gentiles, which has become Gerizim, and the destruction to come upon Jerusalem, which has become Ebal. Jesus solemnly pronounces nine beatitudes upon the mountain in Galilee (Matt 5:3–12). Eight corresponding woes or curses are enumerated against Jerusalem, framed as antiphonal responses to the beatitudes spoken in Galilee. The juxtaposition of Matthew's two mountains constitutes the restatement of the solemn ceremony at Shechem, and darkly foretells the destruction of Jerusalem and the exile of the people for their disobedience to the law of Moses in rejecting the Prophet of whom Moses spoke (Matt 24:2).Matthew Study Resources at the Rethinking Scripture Website: https://rethinkingscripture.com/matthew-study-resources/Here are a few resources regarding my first tour guide in Israel, Halvor Ronning.New American Standard Bible: 1995 update (Mt 4:18–22). (1995). The Lockman Foundation.Show Music:Intro/Outro - "Growth" by Armani Delos SantosTransition Music - produced by Jacob A. HallPodcast Website:The All-America Listener Challenge Updates: https://rethinkingscripture.comMy New Podcast Studio... The Upper Room: https://rethinkingscripture.com/podcast-episodes/More information about The Homes and Help Initiative: https://rethinkingscripture.com/homes-help-initiative/Sister site: RethinkingRest.comRethinking Rest... the Book is now available. The Rethinking Rest audiobook is available only on Audible: More information: https://rethinkingrest.com/the-book/Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RethinkingScripture Twitter: @RethinkingStuffInstagram: Rethinking_ScriptureYouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6YCLg2UldJiA0dsg0KkvLAPowered and distributed by Simplecast.

92. Matthew 4 - Not the First Calling of the First Disciples

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2025 33:24


Episode NotesEpisode 92: Matthew 4 - Not the First Calling of the First DisciplesFeb 13, 2025 - Host: Dr. Gregory HallIn this episode we finish Matthew chapter 4 by looking at the beginning of Jesus' ministry in Galilee and what some say is the calling of the first disciples. Did these men immediately leave everything in order to serve Jesus? We will discover… following Jesus might not be that simple, demanding, or immediate. All that and more in Episode 92 - Not the First Calling of the First DisciplesResources Referenced and/or Read:Matthew Study Resources at the Rethinking Scripture Website: https://rethinkingscripture.com/matthew-study-resources/Here are a few resources regarding my first tour guide in Israel, Halvor Ronning.Jerusalem Perspective Page with links to articles and blogs. https://www.jerusalemperspective.com/author/halvor-ronning/#:~:text=Halvor%20Ronning%20(B.A.%2C%20St.,Israel%20for%20over%20fifty%20years. The Importance of Biblical Geography: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HOL5e3atnUsPsalm 23 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S2uOPUL6dQYNew American Standard Bible: 1995 update (Mt 4:18–22). (1995). The Lockman Foundation.Marshall, I. H. (1994). Luke. In D. A. Carson, R. T. France, J. A. Motyer, & G. J. Wenham (Eds.), New Bible commentary: 21st century edition (4th ed., p. 989). Inter-Varsity Press.Jamieson, R., Fausset, A. R., & Brown, D. (1997). Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible (Vol. 2, p. 16). Logos Research Systems, Inc.Martin, J. A. (1985). Luke. In J. F. Walvoord & R. B. Zuck (Eds.), The Bible Knowledge Commentary: An Exposition of the Scriptures (Vol. 2, p. 216). Victor Books.The incident recorded here is obviously not the first time Jesus had been in contact with the men whom He called to be His disciples. Luke already had stated that Jesus had healed Simon's mother-in-law which denotes previous contact with Simon and Andrew. This seems to be at least the third time Jesus had contact with these men. In John 1:41 Andrew told Peter that he had found the Messiah. Apparently the men at first did not follow Jesus on a “full-time” basis, for in Mark 1:16–20 (also Matt. 4:18–22) Jesus called Simon, Andrew, James, and John. Mark recorded that that call was before Jesus entered the synagogue in Capernaum and healed a man who was demon-possessed. It is no wonder Peter invited Jesus home after the synagogue incident. Now, sometime later, Peter and the others were still fishermen. It was at this point, now that Jesus had established His authority (Luke 4:31–44), that He called these men to full-time discipleship.1Show Music:Intro/Outro - "Growth" by Armani Delos SantosTransition Music - produced by Jacob A. HallPodcast Website:The All-America Listener Challenge Updates: https://rethinkingscripture.comMy New Podcast Studio... The Upper Room: https://rethinkingscripture.com/podcast-episodes/More information about The Homes and Help Initiative: https://rethinkingscripture.com/homes-help-initiative/Sister site: RethinkingRest.comRethinking Rest... the Book is now available. The Rethinking Rest audiobook is available only on Audible: More information: https://rethinkingrest.com/the-book/Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RethinkingScripture Twitter: @RethinkingStuffInstagram: Rethinking_ScriptureYouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6YCLg2UldJiA0dsg0KkvLAPowered and distributed by Simplecast.

91. Matthew 3-4 - Fulfilling the Theme of Baptism and Testing

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2025 28:14


Episode NotesEpisode 91: Matthew 3-4 - The BaptistFeb 5, 2025 - Host: Dr. Gregory HallIn this episode we'll spend some time talking about Jewish baptism, take a look at a curious statement Jesus makes, and then talk about his testing in the wilderness at the beginning of Matthew 4. All of that and more in Episode 91 - Fulfilling the Theme of Baptism and Testing.Resources Referenced and/or Read:Matthew Study Resources at the Rethinking Scripture Website: https://rethinkingscripture.com/matthew-study-resources/Podcast Statistics: https://www.yaguara.co/podcast-statistics/#:~:text=With%20an%20average%20of%2050,from%20the%20environment%20to%20politics. The story of Hiroo Onoda (who died Jan. 16, 2014) who hid in the jungle and continued to fight a war that had ended 29 years earlier: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hiroo_OnodaShow Music:Intro/Outro - "Growth" by Armani Delos SantosTransition Music - produced by Jacob A. HallPodcast Website:The All-America Listener Challenge Updates: https://rethinkingscripture.comMy New Podcast Studio... The Upper Room: https://rethinkingscripture.com/podcast-episodes/More information about The Homes and Help Initiative: https://rethinkingscripture.com/homes-help-initiative/Sister site: RethinkingRest.comRethinking Rest... the Book and now available. The Rethinking Rest audiobook is available only on Audible: More information: https://rethinkingrest.com/the-book/Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RethinkingScripture Twitter: @RethinkingStuffInstagram: Rethinking_ScriptureYouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6YCLg2UldJiA0dsg0KkvLAPowered and distributed by Simplecast.

90. Matthew 3 - The Baptist

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2024 37:08


Episode NotesEpisode 89: Matthew 3 - The BaptistMarch 14, 2024 - Host: Dr. Gregory HallIn this episode we're in the first 12 verses of Matthew 3. It's a deep dive into John the Baptist's ministry and no matter how familiar you think you are with this New Testament character, I guarantee we're going to discuss several things you've never… ever considered. Resources Referenced and/or Read:Matthew Study Resources at the Rethinking Scripture Website: https://rethinkingscripture.com/matthew-study-resources/Podcast Statistics: https://www.yaguara.co/podcast-statistics/#:~:text=With%20an%20average%20of%2050,from%20the%20environment%20to%20politics. The story of Hiroo Onoda (who died Jan. 16, 2014) who hid in the jungle and continued to fight a war that had ended 29 years earlier: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hiroo_OnodaShow Music:Intro/Outro - "Growth" by Armani Delos SantosTransition Music - produced by Jacob A. HallPodcast Website:The All-America Listener Challenge Updates: https://rethinkingscripture.comMy New Podcast Studio... The Upper Room: https://rethinkingscripture.com/podcast-episodes/More information about The Homes and Help Initiative: https://rethinkingscripture.com/homes-help-initiative/Sister site: RethinkingRest.comRethinking Rest... the Book and now available. The Rethinking Rest audiobook is available only on Audible: More information: https://rethinkingrest.com/the-book/Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RethinkingScripture Twitter: @RethinkingStuffInstagram: Rethinking_ScriptureYouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6YCLg2UldJiA0dsg0KkvLAPowered and distributed by Simplecast.

89. Matthew 1-2 - Exploring Authorial Intent in Birth Narratives

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2024 24:21


Episode NotesEpisode 89: Matthew 1-2 - Exploring Authorial Intent in Birth NarrativesMarch 4, 2024 - Host: Dr. Gregory HallThe story of Jesus' birth has become more than familiar to many. But even after hearing it year after year during the holiday season, there are still elements we may be missing. In this episode, we'll focus in on some of the finer details you may have never considered regarding how this story was written. Resources Referenced and/or Read:Matthew Study Resources at the Rethinking Scripture Website: https://rethinkingscripture.com/matthew-study-resources/Williams, Dr. Peter J. (2019). Why are Jesus's birth stories different?-  https://tyndalehouse.com/explore/articles/why-are-jesus-birth-stories-different/ (Williams is Principal and CEO of Tyndale House, Cambridge).August, J. M. (2018). “He Shall Be Called a Nazarene”: The Non-Citation of Matthew 2:23. Tyndale Bulletin, 69(1), 63.Show Music:Intro/Outro - "Growth" by Armani Delos SantosTransition Music - produced by Jacob A. HallPodcast Website:The All-America Listener Challenge Updates: https://rethinkingscripture.comMy New Podcast Studio... The Upper Room: https://rethinkingscripture.com/podcast-episodes/More information about The Homes and Help Initiative: https://rethinkingscripture.com/homes-help-initiative/Sister site: RethinkingRest.comRethinking Rest... the Book and now available. The Rethinking Rest audiobook is available only on Audible: More information: https://rethinkingrest.com/the-book/Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RethinkingScripture Twitter: @RethinkingStuffInstagram: Rethinking_ScriptureYouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6YCLg2UldJiA0dsg0KkvLAPowered and distributed by Simplecast.

88. Matthew 1 - A Royal Genogram - Pt. 2

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2024 39:27


Episode NotesEpisode 88: Matthew 1 - A Royal Genogram - Pt. 2February 12, 2024 - Host: Dr. Gregory HallMathew begins his gospel with a long list of names… and it's a list you may be tempted to skip over just to move more quickly to the story of Jesus' birth… but the birth story really begins with the list of names. It's a list which includes, among other things, sexual scandal, and the stories of five faithful women.Resources Referenced and/or Read:Matthew Study Resources at the Rethinking Scripture Website: https://rethinkingscripture.com/matthew-study-resources/https://www.olivemecounseling.com/blog/genogramA genogram is the Family Tree 3.0: not only does it reveal who's who in the family, but it also is rich in information about:major events, cultural factors, mental health issues, medical conditions, traumas, addictions, relationship dynamics, the role played in the family.Dr. Warren Gage Information:Watermark Gospel Videos - https://www.watermarkgospel.comMatthew Study Audio - https://alexandrian.academy/p/matthew-bible-studyShow Music:Intro/Outro - "Growth" by Armani Delos SantosTransition Music - produced by Jacob A. HallPodcast Website:The All-America Listener Challenge Updates: https://rethinkingscripture.comMy New Podcast Studio... The Upper Room: https://rethinkingscripture.com/podcast-episodes/More information about The Homes and Help Initiative: https://rethinkingscripture.com/homes-help-initiative/Sister site: RethinkingRest.comRethinking Rest... the Book and now available. The Rethinking Rest audiobook is available only on Audible: More information: https://rethinkingrest.com/the-book/Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RethinkingScripture Twitter: @RethinkingStuffInstagram: Rethinking_ScriptureYouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6YCLg2UldJiA0dsg0KkvLAPowered and distributed by Simplecast.

Matthew 1 - A Royal Genogram - Pt. 1

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2024 24:06


Episode NotesEpisode 87: Matthew 1 - A Royal Genogram - Pt. 1February 1, 2024 - Host: Dr. Gregory HallI've always thought most of scripture was inspired… I mean, let's be honest, those long lists of names in the genealogies, somebody must have snuck those in after the final edits. If that's what you've always thought, get ready, because today's episode is going to flip your script.Resources Referenced and/or Read:https://www.olivemecounseling.com/blog/genogramA genogram is the Family Tree 3.0: not only does it reveal who's who in the family, but it also is rich in information about:major events, cultural factors, mental health issues, medical conditions, traumas, addictions, relationship dynamics, the role played in the family.Podcast: Exploring My Strange Bible by Tim Mackie - Episode 79. Yahweh Saves - Gospel of Matthew Part 1 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/exploring-my-strange-bible/id1271147429?i=1000410260487 Show Music:Intro/Outro - "Growth" by Armani Delos SantosTransition Music - produced by Jacob A. HallPodcast Website:The All-America Listener Challenge Updates: https://rethinkingscripture.comMy New Podcast Studio... The Upper Room: https://rethinkingscripture.com/podcast-episodes/More information about The Homes and Help Initiative: https://rethinkingscripture.com/homes-help-initiative/Sister site: RethinkingRest.comRethinking Rest... the Book and now available. The Rethinking Rest audiobook is available only on Audible: More information: https://rethinkingrest.com/the-book/Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RethinkingScripture Twitter: @RethinkingStuffInstagram: Rethinking_ScriptureYouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6YCLg2UldJiA0dsg0KkvLAPowered and distributed by Simplecast.

Intro to Matthew - Recognizing the Ol' Switcharoony

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2024 30:00


Episode NotesEpisode 86: Intro to Matthew - Recognizing the Ol' SwitcharoonyJanuary 25, 2024 - Host: Dr. Gregory HallIn the movie the Princess Bride, there is a battle of the wits between two characters, Vizzini, a “Sicilian man of genius,” and the main character Westley. For those who have seen it, you know it's a great example of the old Switcharoony, which suggests a surprising change or reversal has taken place. Well... the gospel of Matthew is full of surprising and unexpected reversals. In today's episode we'll introduce the gospel and give some examples of how you've probably been misreading it for years. Resources Referenced and/or Read:Vocabulary.com defines "A switcheroo" as a surprising change or reversal. If your mom replaced the cookies in a cookie jar with plums, your dad might say, "She pulled the old switcheroo!" - https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/switcheroo#:~:text=A%20switcheroo%20is%20a%20surprising,could%20call%20this%20a%20switcheroo.Blomberg, C. L. (2007). Matthew. In Commentary on the New Testament use of the Old Testament (p. 34). Baker Academic; Apollos.Show Music:Intro/Outro - "Growth" by Armani Delos SantosTransition Music - produced by Jacob A. HallPodcast Website:The All-America Listener Challenge Updates: https://rethinkingscripture.comMy New Podcast Studio... The Upper Room: https://rethinkingscripture.com/podcast-episodes/More information about The Homes and Help Initiative: https://rethinkingscripture.com/homes-help-initiative/Sister site: RethinkingRest.comRethinking Rest... the Book and now available. The Rethinking Rest audiobook is available only on Audible: More information: https://rethinkingrest.com/the-book/Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RethinkingScripture Twitter: @RethinkingStuffInstagram: Rethinking_ScriptureYouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6YCLg2UldJiA0dsg0KkvLAPowered and distributed by Simplecast.

85. A New Year... with New Projects!

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2024 28:19


Episode 84 - A New Year... with New ProjectsJan 15, 2023 - Host: Dr. Gregory HallFor those of you listening in real time… you realize I've been absent the last four months. And the beauty being on a podcast means that for many of you… this will just simply be Episode 85… the one that follows Episode 84. In this episode I discuss the War in Israel and I discuss my new projects for the new year. Resources Referenced and/or Read:Hall, Gregory D. "Rethinking Rest; Why Our Approach to Sabbath Isn't Working." Deep River Books, Sisters, OR, 2023.2025 Israel Trip Information - https://rethinkingscripture.com/israel-2024/Recent Podcasts where Greg has been Interviewed:You can track all my guest interviews on my page: https://rethinkingscripture.com/guest-appearances/ Show Music:Intro/Outro - "Wedding Song" by Jacob A. HallTransition Music - produced by Jacob A. HallPodcast Website:The All-America Listener Challenge Updates: https://rethinkingscripture.comMy Podcast Studio... The Upper Room: https://rethinkingscripture.com/podcast-episodes/More information about The Homes and Help Initiative: https://rethinkingscripture.com/homes-help-initiative/Sister site: RethinkingRest.comRethinking Rest... the Book: now available wherever you buy your books! Kindle version available.More information: https://rethinkingrest.com/the-book/Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RethinkingScripture Twitter: @RethinkingStuffInstagram: Rethinking_ScriptureYouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6YCLg2UldJiA0dsg0KkvLATikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rethinkingscripturePowered and distributed by Simplecast.

84. From Exodus to Communion: Exploring the Biblical Roots of the New Covenant

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2023 37:15


Episode 84 - From Exodus to Communion: Exploring the Biblical Roots of the New Covenant Sept 9, 2023 - Host: Dr. Gregory HallIn an attempt to better understand the signs of the new covenant, baptism and communion, we jump into 1 Corinthians 10 and consider the significance of Paul's instruction about baptism and communion as displayed in the story of the exodus from Egypt. I bet you haven't had anyone walk you through what happens in this episode.Resources Referenced and/or Read:Hall, Gregory D. "Rethinking Rest; Why Our Approach to Sabbath Isn't Working." Deep River Books, Sisters, OR, 2023.Crampton, W. G. “The Sacramental Implications of 1 Corinthians 10:1–4: A Confessional Study of Baptism and the Lord's Supper.” The Reformed Baptist Theological Review 7 (2010).2024 Israel Trip Information - https://rethinkingscripture.com/israel-2024/Recent Podcasts where Greg has been Interviewed:You can track all my guest interviews on my page: https://rethinkingscripture.com/guest-appearances/ Show Music:Intro/Outro - "Wedding Song" by Jacob A. HallTransition Music - produced by Jacob A. HallPodcast Website:The All-America Listener Challenge Updates: https://rethinkingscripture.comMy Podcast Studio... The Upper Room: https://rethinkingscripture.com/podcast-episodes/More information about The Homes and Help Initiative: https://rethinkingscripture.com/homes-help-initiative/Sister site: RethinkingRest.comRethinking Rest... the Book: now available wherever you buy your books! Kindle version available.More information: https://rethinkingrest.com/the-book/Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RethinkingScripture Twitter: @RethinkingStuffInstagram: Rethinking_ScriptureYouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6YCLg2UldJiA0dsg0KkvLATikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rethinkingscripturePowered and distributed by Simplecast.

83. Unpacking Baptism: Is It a Covenant or a Quick Commitment?

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2023 47:01


Episode 83 - Shotgun Weddings, Rings and New Covenant Baptism Aug 23, 2023 - Host: Dr. Gregory HallWeddings are a big deal. I'm always amazed at the many details that go into such events. It usually takes months to properly plan and execute a modern wedding ceremony. But one doesn't actually need that much time. There's really only a few things needed for two people to get married. In today's episode, we'll take a closer look at the Biblical wedding metaphor and ask if, in our modern day rendition, we're maybe unintentionally creating shotgun wedding scenarios with Jesus… where forget to bring the engagement ring.Resources Referenced and/or Read:Hall, Gregory D. "Rethinking Rest; Why Our Approach to Sabbath Isn't Working." Deep River Books, Sisters, OR, 2023.Slow Theology Podcast - Episode 21 "Why Baptism Matters" w/ hosts A.J. Swoboda & Nijay K. Gupta - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/slow-theology-simple-faith-for-chaotic-times/id1556188087?i=10006237124512024 Israel Trip Information - https://rethinkingscripture.com/israel-2024/Recent Podcasts where Greg has been Interviewed:You can track all my guest interviews on my page: https://rethinkingscripture.com/guest-appearances/ Show Music:Intro/Outro - "Wedding Song" by Jacob A. HallTransition Music - produced by Jacob A. HallPodcast Website:The All-America Listener Challenge Updates: https://rethinkingscripture.comMy Podcast Studio... The Upper Room: https://rethinkingscripture.com/podcast-episodes/More information about The Homes and Help Initiative: https://rethinkingscripture.com/homes-help-initiative/Sister site: RethinkingRest.comRethinking Rest... the Book: now available wherever you buy your books! Kindle version available.More information: https://rethinkingrest.com/the-book/Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RethinkingScripture Twitter: @RethinkingStuffInstagram: Rethinking_ScriptureYouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6YCLg2UldJiA0dsg0KkvLATikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rethinkingscripturePowered and distributed by Simplecast.

82. John H. Walton - Q & R

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2023 52:59


Episode 82 - John H. Walton - Q & RAug 5, 2023 - Host: Dr. Gregory HallIn this episode I welcome Dr. John H. Walton to the podcast to answer several questions posed by members of "The John H. Walton Discussion Group" on Facebook.Dr. Walton is a scholar and was, until just recently, a professor. He recently retired from his position as professor of Old Testament and coordinator of the Masters of Biblical Exegesis at Wheaton College in Illinois. Before Wheaton He taught at Moody Bible Institute for 20 years. He specializes in the Ancient Near Eastern backgrounds of the Old Testament. Throughout his research, Walton has focused his attention on comparing the culture and literature of the Bible and the ancient Near East. He has published dozens of books, articles and translations, both as writer and editor, including his popular book, The Lost World of Genesis One.The questions include the following topics (with time stamps) - and contributors1. The weight of an unladen swallow. (10:38) - Colby Hammer2. How to apply ancient Jewish and Platonic thinking to modern interpretations. (11:44 ) - Hashim Warren3. Should we interpret Jacobs "heel grab" back into Genesis 3:15? (15:43) - Hector Grijalva3. Understanding the "pain" and "toil" caused by the fall. (19:45) - Luis Barceló4. How we should understand the events of the conquering of Jericho. (22:30 ) - Joel Montes5. The role of the Torah's "wisdom" in OT, how that changed in the NT, and modern implications. (27:27) - Steve Bell6. The OT tithe and if it's required today. (29:57) - Paul Robinson7. Material origins of creation vs. Phenomenological Origins. (33:06) - Vernon Goodman8. Critiques of the "Demons and Spirits in Biblical Theology" book. Whether demons and spirits exist, and if so, how should we understand the Bible's descriptions in both the OT and NT. (3 questions) (36:30) - Jeremy Smith9. Why God created dinosaurs.(46:44) - Frank Fleming10. "Kelly's story" from the NIV Application Commentary on Job. (49:11) - Buddy CoffeyResources Referenced and/or Read:Hall, Gregory D. "Rethinking Rest; Why Our Approach to Sabbath Isn't Working." Deep River Books, Sisters, OR, 2023.2024 Israel Trip Information - https://rethinkingscripture.com/israel-2024/Thomas J. Farrar published a review in “Journal of Theological Studies" published by Oxford University Press.” Here is the authors original version of that review: https://www.academia.edu/45148436/Review_of_Demons_and_Spirits_in_Biblical_Theology_Reading_the_Biblical_Text_in_Its_Cultural_and_Literary_Context_by_John_H_Walton_and_J_Harvey_Walton)Dr. Michael Heiser's Podcast Critique of the Demons and Spirits book: https://nakedbiblepodcast.com/podcast/naked-bible-430-john-walton-on-demons-and-spirits/ The YouTube interview with Dr. John H. Walton is available here: https://youtu.be/FaRhASBLmv0  Recent Podcasts where Gregory Hall has been Interviewed:You can track all my guest interviews on my page: https://rethinkingscripture.com/guest-appearances/ Show Music:Intro/Outro - "Wedding Song" by Jacob A. HallOther Covers of the songBlind Melon made a cover of the song, which appeared in track 3 of Schoolhouse Rock! Rocks.The song was covered, with rewritten lyrics, by Greg Raposo, Matthew Ballinger, and Stevie Brock to promote Mickey, Donald, Goofy: The Three Musketeers. Their cover appears on the original release of the film's soundtrack, while a music video appears on the film's original DVD release.The album version is slightly longer than the TV version, because it has an extra verse explaining the pattern of each set of ten containing three multiples of three. It was also used in the original 1971 broadcast in the form of a carnival duck shooting game. This scene was never rebroadcast or available on home media or streaming sites.Podcast Website:The All-America Listener Challenge Updates: https://rethinkingscripture.comMy Podcast Studio... The Upper Room: https://rethinkingscripture.com/podcast-episodes/More information about The Homes and Help Initiative: https://rethinkingscripture.com/homes-help-initiative/Sister site: RethinkingRest.comRethinking Rest... the Book: now available wherever you buy your books! Kindle version available.More information: https://rethinkingrest.com/the-book/Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RethinkingScripture Twitter: @RethinkingStuffInstagram: Rethinking_ScriptureYouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6YCLg2UldJiA0dsg0KkvLATikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rethinkingscripturePowered and distributed by Simplecast.

81. Three… It's a Magic Number

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2023 41:08


Episode 81 - Three... It's a Magic NumberJuly 29, 2023 - Host: Dr. Gregory HallI grew up listening to School House Rock. I know that dates me a little… but I suspect with the internet and all… there are many in every generation that are familiar with songs like Interjections, I'm Just a Bill, and Conjunction Junction. These songs were formative during my development years. It was during those years that I also learned that the number three… well... there's something about that number that's magic. In today's episode we'll look into the significance of the number three, both culturally and biblically.Resources Referenced and/or Read:Hall, Gregory D. "Rethinking Rest; Why Our Approach to Sabbath Isn't Working." Deep River Books, Sisters, OR, 2023.Hall, Gregory D. Beyond the Sabbath's Shadow; A Biblical Understanding and Application of Godly Rest. DMin Major Project, Knox Seminary, 2017.YouTube interview with Dr. John H. Walton available here: https://youtu.be/FaRhASBLmv0  2024 Israel Trip Information - https://rethinkingscripture.com/israel-2024/Recent Podcasts where Greg has been Interviewed:You can track all my guest interviews on my page: https://rethinkingscripture.com/guest-appearances/ Show Music:Intro - Three is a Magic Number is a song from Multiplication Rock! It goes over multiplying by three. This song was the pilot episode of the whole Schoolhouse Rock! series. It features a magician, who goes over multiplying by three while many examples are provided. (A man and a woman having a baby –three in the family; heart, soul, body – three parts) The music and lyrics are by Bob Dorough, and it is also performed by him (with uncredited backing vocalists and a male singer). It first premiered on the pilot episode of "Curiosity Shop" on September 2, 1971. Two years later, when Schoolhouse Rock! premiered, the airdate was on January 6, 1973. (https://schoolhouserock.fandom.com/wiki/Three_Is_a_Magic_Number)Transition Music - produced by Jacob A. HallOutro - Hip-hop trio De La Soul interpolated the "Three is a Magic Number" song as "The Magic Number", which was included in their 1989 debut studio album, 3 Feet High and Rising. The track gained further exposure when it was featured in the 2021 superhero crossover film Spider-Man: No Way Home. Watch De La Soul's full video at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pxkOWjZAPLsOther Covers of the songBlind Melon made a cover of the song, which appeared in track 3 of Schoolhouse Rock! Rocks.The song was covered, with rewritten lyrics, by Greg Raposo, Matthew Ballinger, and Stevie Brock to promote Mickey, Donald, Goofy: The Three Musketeers. Their cover appears on the original release of the film's soundtrack, while a music video appears on the film's original DVD release.The album version is slightly longer than the TV version, because it has an extra verse explaining the pattern of each set of ten containing three multiples of three. It was also used in the original 1971 broadcast in the form of a carnival duck shooting game. This scene was never rebroadcast or available on home media or streaming sites.Podcast Website:The All-America Listener Challenge Updates: https://rethinkingscripture.comMy Podcast Studio... The Upper Room: https://rethinkingscripture.com/podcast-episodes/More information about The Homes and Help Initiative: https://rethinkingscripture.com/homes-help-initiative/Sister site: RethinkingRest.comRethinking Rest... the Book: now available wherever you buy your books! Kindle version available.More information: https://rethinkingrest.com/the-book/Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RethinkingScripture Twitter: @RethinkingStuffInstagram: Rethinking_ScriptureYouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6YCLg2UldJiA0dsg0KkvLATikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rethinkingscripturePowered and distributed by Simplecast.

80. The Translation/Transliteration Trouble in Testament Texts

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2023 39:52


Episode 80 - The Translation/Transliteration Trouble Within Testament TextsJuly 8, 2023 - Host: Dr. Gregory HallMost people are familiar with the process of translation. But, fewer people are familiar with the process of transliteration. Translation is the process of reworking text from one language into another to maintain the original message and communication. Translation answers the question… what does that mean. In contrast… Transliteration changes the words from one language into another with similar-sounding letters. It answers the question… what did the original word sound like. In English Bibles, we usually translate the biblical text to convey meaning, but sometimes we transliterate the text to protect the way the original words sounded when they were spoken. This often happens with names of people and places. In this episode we discuss these two methods and take a look at some of the troublesome complications that arise when they are employed within the pages of sacred text.Resources Referenced and/or Read:Hall, Gregory D. "Rethinking Rest; Why Our Approach to Sabbath Isn't Working." Deep River Books, Sisters, OR, 2023.Hall, Gregory D. Beyond the Sabbath's Shadow; A Biblical Understanding and Application of Godly Rest. DMin Major Project, Knox Seminary, 2017.2024 Israel Trip Information - https://rethinkingscripture.com/israel-2024/Recent Podcasts where Greg has been Interviewed:You can track all my guest interviews on my page: https://rethinkingscripture.com/guest-appearances/ Show Music:Intro/Outro - "Wedding Song" by Jacob A. HallTransition Music - produced by Jacob A. HallPodcast Website:The All-America Listener Challenge Updates: https://rethinkingscripture.comMy Podcast Studio... The Upper Room: https://rethinkingscripture.com/podcast-episodes/More information about The Homes and Help Initiative: https://rethinkingscripture.com/homes-help-initiative/Sister site: RethinkingRest.comRethinking Rest... the Book: now available wherever you buy your books! Kindle version available.More information: https://rethinkingrest.com/the-book/Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RethinkingScripture Twitter: @RethinkingStuffInstagram: Rethinking_ScriptureYouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6YCLg2UldJiA0dsg0KkvLATikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rethinkingscripturePowered and distributed by Simplecast.

79. REST API (After Pentecost Instruction)

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2023 30:01


Episode 79 - REST API (After Pentecost Instruction)June 8, 2023 - Host: Dr. Gregory HallIn the world of computers, "REST API" stands for Representational State Transfer Application Programming Interface. It is an architectural style and a set of principles for designing networked applications. In web development, REST is widely used to create efficient APIs that enable communication between different software systems. However, when it comes to the concept of rest in the Bible, "REST API" takes on a different meaning. While many studies focus on the Old Testament's teachings on rest or Jesus' interactions with the idea, not many delve into the "After Pentecost Instruction" given for rest.Understanding the instruction after the events of Pentecost, in Acts 2, is necessary. Those events mark the birth of the modern church. The instructions given before this were for a world that couldn't fully comprehend the death, burial, resurrection, and ascension of the Messiah. Therefore, studying the New Testament's "Rest API" is the ideal conclusion to a comprehensive study on the topic.Resources Referenced and/or Read:Hall, Gregory D. "Rethinking Rest; Why Our Approach to Sabbath Isn't Working." Deep River Books, Sisters, OR, 2023.2024 Israel Trip Information - https://rethinkingscripture.com/israel-2024/Recent Podcasts where Greg has been Interviewed:You can track all my guest interviews on my page: https://rethinkingscripture.com/guest-appearances/ Show Music:Intro/Outro - "Wedding Song" by Jacob A. HallTransition Music - produced by Jacob A. HallPodcast Website:The All-America Listener Challenge Updates: https://rethinkingscripture.comMy New Podcast Studio... The Upper Room: https://rethinkingscripture.com/podcast-episodes/More information about The Homes and Help Initiative: https://rethinkingscripture.com/homes-help-initiative/Sister site: RethinkingRest.comRethinking Rest... the Book: now available wherever you buy your books! Kindle version available.More information: https://rethinkingrest.com/the-book/Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RethinkingScripture Twitter: @RethinkingStuffInstagram: Rethinking_ScriptureYouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6YCLg2UldJiA0dsg0KkvLATikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rethinkingscripturePowered and distributed by Simplecast.

78. Jesus as the "Son of Man" and "Lord" of Sabbath

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2023 41:41


Episode 78 - Jesus as the "Son of Man" and "Lord" of SabbathJune 8, 2023 - Host: Dr. Gregory HallIn this episode we dive deep into the intriguing titles claimed by Jesus – "Son of Man" and "Lord" – and attempt to unravel their profound implications regarding sabbath rest. We will unravel the historical and theological significance of these titles, examining how they shed light on Jesus' teachings and interactions with sabbath rest. Join me as we discover the meaning cloaked within these titles and explore their relevance to modern believers.Resources Referenced and/or Read:Bruno, C. R. (2010). “Jesus Is Our Jubilee” … but How? The OT Background and Lukan Fulfillment of the Ethics of Jubilee. Journal of the Evangelical Theological Society, 53(1), 81.Online Copy of the article: https://www.etsjets.org/files/JETS-PDFs/53/53-1/JETS_53-1_081-101_Bruno.pdfBruno Link: https://bcsmn.edu/profile/chris-bruno-ph-d-2/Hall, Gregory D. "Rethinking Rest; Why Our Approach to Sabbath Isn't Working." Deep River Books, Sisters, OR, 2023.2024 Israel Trip Information - https://rethinkingscripture.com/israel-2024/Recent Podcasts where Greg has been Interviewed:You can track all my guest interviews on my page: https://rethinkingscripture.com/guest-appearances/ Show Music:Intro/Outro - "Wedding Song" by Jacob A. HallTransition Music - produced by Jacob A. HallPodcast Website:The All-America Listener Challenge Updates: https://rethinkingscripture.comMy New Podcast Studio... The Upper Room: https://rethinkingscripture.com/podcast-episodes/More information about The Homes and Help Initiative: https://rethinkingscripture.com/homes-help-initiative/Sister site: RethinkingRest.comRethinking Rest... the Book: now available wherever you buy your books! Kindle version available.More information: https://rethinkingrest.com/the-book/Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RethinkingScripture Twitter: @RethinkingStuffInstagram: Rethinking_ScriptureYouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6YCLg2UldJiA0dsg0KkvLATikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rethinkingscripturePowered and distributed by Simplecast.

77. Jubilee Jesus

Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2023 42:51


Episode 77 - Jubilee Jesus May 25, 2023 - Host: Dr. Gregory HallOne may be familiar with the term jubilee. It's a descriptor that is sometimes used in our modern culture in a variety of ways. In this episode we look into the biblical context for the idea of the jubilee. We will define it, look at the Old Testament context, and examine how Jesus interacted with the idea. And... spoiler alert... the whole concept points to Jesus' ministry. That's why I often refer to him as the Jubilee Jesus!Resources Referenced and/or Read:Bruno, C. R. (2010). “Jesus Is Our Jubilee” … but How? The OT Background and Lukan Fulfillment of the Ethics of Jubilee. Journal of the Evangelical Theological Society, 53(1), 81.Online Copy of the article: https://www.etsjets.org/files/JETS-PDFs/53/53-1/JETS_53-1_081-101_Bruno.pdfBruno Link: https://bcsmn.edu/profile/chris-bruno-ph-d-2/Hall, Gregory D. "Rethinking Rest; Why Our Approach to Sabbath Isn't Working." Deep River Books, Sisters, OR, 2023.2024 Israel Trip Information - https://rethinkingscripture.com/israel-2024/Recent Podcasts where Greg has been Interviewed:You can track all my guest interviews on my page: https://rethinkingscripture.com/guest-appearances/ Show Music:Intro/Outro - "Wedding Song" by Jacob A. HallTransition Music - produced by Jacob A. HallPodcast Website:The All-America Listener Challenge Updates: https://rethinkingscripture.comMy New Podcast Studio... The Upper Room: https://rethinkingscripture.com/podcast-episodes/More information about The Homes and Help Initiative: https://rethinkingscripture.com/homes-help-initiative/Sister site: RethinkingRest.comRethinking Rest... the Book: now available wherever you buy your books! Kindle version available.More information: https://rethinkingrest.com/the-book/Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RethinkingScripture Twitter: @RethinkingStuffInstagram: Rethinking_ScriptureYouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6YCLg2UldJiA0dsg0KkvLATikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rethinkingscripturePowered and distributed by Simplecast.

76. C.S. Lewis and His Platonic Christianity

Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2023 52:32


Episode 76 - C.S. Lewis and His Platonic Christianity May 18, 2023 - Host: Dr. Gregory HallThroughout the centuries many authors have described a world-view consisting of a dualistic reality. In other words, there's one reality that we all interact with in the physical realm, experience and know, but there is another reality that is unseen. And that unseen version is one of a higher quality and perfection. Bible readers may feel right at home with that description. But you may be surprised that the current biblical worldview may have had some of it's origins in ancient secular philosophy.In this episode we examine the way a two authors, Plato and C.S. Lewis, have possibly influenced your view of the world in which we live. We also compare and contrast how some of these concepts, specifically their use of shadows, may interact with the text of the New Testament. This conversation may be a bit uncomfortable for some… because it might demand you rethink different aspects of your reality.Resources Referenced and/or Read:Chat CPT - Accessed at: https://chat.openai.com Clarke, R. L. W. (2017). The Neo-Platonic Christianity of C. S. Lewis. Sehnsucht: The C. S. Lewis Journal, 11, 29.Hall, Gregory D. "Rethinking Rest; Why Our Approach to Sabbath Isn't Working." Deep River Books, Sisters, OR, 2023.2024 Israel Trip Information - https://rethinkingscripture.com/israel-2024/Recent Podcasts where Greg has been Interviewed:You can track all my guest interviews on my page: https://rethinkingscripture.com/guest-appearances/ Show Music:Intro/Outro - "Wedding Song" by Jacob A. HallTransition Music - produced by Jacob A. HallPodcast Website:The All-America Listener Challenge Updates: https://rethinkingscripture.comMy New Podcast Studio... The Upper Room: https://rethinkingscripture.com/podcast-episodes/More information about The Homes and Help Initiative: https://rethinkingscripture.com/homes-help-initiative/Sister site: RethinkingRest.comRethinking Rest... the Book: now available wherever you buy your books! Kindle version available.More information: https://rethinkingrest.com/the-book/Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RethinkingScripture Twitter: @RethinkingStuffInstagram: Rethinking_ScriptureYouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6YCLg2UldJiA0dsg0KkvLATikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rethinkingscripturePowered and distributed by Simplecast.

75. Ancient Perspectives on the Image of God

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2023 40:37


Episode 75 -  Ancient Perspectives on the Image of GodApril 20, 2023 - Host: Dr. Gregory HallIn this episode we explore how ancient the Near Eastern understanding of the image of God might influence how we think of this concept today. The concept of being made in the image of God has played a significant role in shaping our understanding of human nature, dignity, and purpose. But what did this idea mean in the context of the ancient Near East, where it first emerged? Join us on this journey of discovery as we seek to uncover the origins and significance of the image of God.Resources Referenced and/or Read:Swamidass, S. Joshua. (2019). The Genealogical Adam & Eve: The Surprising Science of Universal Ancestry (pp. 106–107). IVP Academic: An Imprint of InterVarsity Press.Walton, J. H. (2017). Old Testament Theology for Christians: From Ancient Context to Enduring Belief (p. 84). IVP Academic: An Imprint of InterVarsity Press.Beale, G. (2018). We Become What We Worship: A Biblical Theology of Idolatry (pp. 222–223). InterVarsity Press Academic.Hall, Gregory D. "Rethinking Rest; Why Our Approach to Sabbath Isn't Working." Deep River Books, Sisters, OR, 2023.2024 Israel Trip Information - https://rethinkingscripture.com/israel-2024/Recent Podcasts where Greg has been Interviewed:You can track all my guest interviews on my page: https://rethinkingscripture.com/guest-appearances/ Show Music:Intro/Outro - "Wedding Song" by Jacob A. HallTransition Music - produced by Jacob A. HallPodcast Website:The All-America Listener Challenge Updates: https://rethinkingscripture.comMy New Podcast Studio... The Upper Room: https://rethinkingscripture.com/podcast-episodes/More information about The Homes and Help Initiative: https://rethinkingscripture.com/homes-help-initiative/Sister site: RethinkingRest.comRethinking Rest... the Book: now available wherever you buy your books! Kindle version available.More information: https://rethinkingrest.com/the-book/Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RethinkingScripture Twitter: @RethinkingStuffInstagram: Rethinking_ScriptureYouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6YCLg2UldJiA0dsg0KkvLATikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rethinkingscripturePowered and distributed by Simplecast.

74. Easter and the Cultic Calendar

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2023 36:30


Episode 74 -  Easter and the Cultic CalendarApril 7, 2022 - Host: Dr. Gregory HallIt's an Easter special! In this episode we consider the Jewish cultic calendar, which includes the feasts of Passover, Unleavened Bread, and First Fruits. These divinely instituted assemblies are closely connected to the Christian celebration of Easter. We also introduce and examine a literary connection (regarding the gain harvest) which is often ignored by our modern English translations. Resources Referenced and/or Read:White, J. (2015). “He Was Raised on the Third Day according to the Scriptures” (1 Corinthians 15:4): A Typological Interpretation Based on the Cultic Calendar in Leviticus 23. Tyndale Bulletin, 66(1), 103.Hall, Gregory D. "Rethinking Rest; Why Our Approach to Sabbath Isn't Working." Deep River Books, Sisters, OR, 2023.Hall, Gregory D. Beyond the Sabbath's Shadow; A Biblical Understanding and Application of Godly Rest. DMin Major Project, Knox Seminary, 2017.2024 Israel Trip Information - https://rethinkingscripture.com/israel-2024/Recent Podcasts where Greg has been Interviewed:You can track all my guest interviews on my page: https://rethinkingscripture.com/guest-appearances/ Show Music:Intro/Outro - "Wedding Song" by Jacob A. HallTransition Music - produced by Jacob A. HallPodcast Website:The All-America Listener Challenge Updates: https://rethinkingscripture.comMy New Podcast Studio... The Upper Room: https://rethinkingscripture.com/podcast-episodes/More information about The Homes and Help Initiative: https://rethinkingscripture.com/homes-help-initiative/Sister site: RethinkingRest.comRethinking Rest... the Book: now available wherever you buy your books! Kindle version available.More information: https://rethinkingrest.com/the-book/Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RethinkingScripture Twitter: @RethinkingStuffInstagram: Rethinking_ScriptureYouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6YCLg2UldJiA0dsg0KkvLATikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rethinkingscripturePowered and distributed by Simplecast.

73. Ancient Cosmology & Divine Rest

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2023 54:31


Episode 73 -  Ancient Cosmology & Divine Rest April 1, 2022 (no fooling!) - Host: Dr. Gregory HallIn this episode we take a little trip. We'll be visiting the world of the Ancient Near East (ANE). Why is this important? Because the Bible was written into that ancient culture. We'll be looking at how people who lived in the Ancient Near East understood the creation of the cosmos and what they thought of the gods that they believed ruled over their world. It's quite a journey, and it may cause you to rethink how you've understood the first few chapters of Genesis.Resources Referenced and/or Read:Walton, John H. The Lost World of Genesis One: Ancient Cosmology and the Origins Debate. Downers Grove, IL: IVP Academic, 2009.Hall, Gregory D. Beyond the Sabbath's Shadow; A Biblical Understanding and Application of Godly Rest. DMin Major Project, Knox Seminary, 2017.2024 Israel Trip Information - https://rethinkingscripture.com/israel-2024/ Recent Podcasts where Greg has been Interviewed:You can track all my guest interviews on my page: https://rethinkingscripture.com/guest-appearances/ Show Music:Intro/Outro - "Wedding Song" by Jacob A. HallTransition Music - produced by Jacob A. HallPodcast Website:The All-America Listener Challenge Updates: https://rethinkingscripture.comMy New Podcast Studio... The Upper Room: https://rethinkingscripture.com/podcast-episodes/More information about The Homes and Help Initiative: https://rethinkingscripture.com/homes-help-initiative/Sister site: RethinkingRest.comRethinking Rest... the Book: now available wherever you buy your books!More information: https://rethinkingrest.com/the-book/Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RethinkingScripture Twitter: @RethinkingStuffInstagram: Rethinking_ScriptureYouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6YCLg2UldJiA0dsg0KkvLATikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rethinkingscripturePowered and distributed by Simplecast.

72. Religious False Dilemmas

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2023 41:09


Episode 72 -  Religious False DilemmasMarch 23, 2022 - Host: Dr. Gregory HallIn this episode we look discuss religious false dilemma fallacies. Sometimes these dilemmas are propagated by bad actors with malicious intent, but sometimes they are just passed along by people that don't know there are more options from which to choose. We look at how Jesus answered the false dichotomy... and venture into some modern examples of the same. Resources Referenced and/or Read:2024 Israel Trip Information: https://rethinkingscripture.com/israel-2024/Sermon with the Chess Example: "Unexpected Citizenship" by Rob Bashioum. Salem Alliance Church, March 19, 2023. https://livestream.com/accounts/15295611/events/10762967/videos/235485324/player?width=640&height=360&autoPlay=true&mute=false Recent Podcasts where Greg has been Interviewed:You can track all my guest interviews on my page: https://rethinkingscripture.com/guest-appearances/ Show Music:Intro/Outro - "Wedding Song" by Jacob A. HallTransition Music - produced by Jacob A. HallPodcast Website:The All-America Listener Challenge Updates: https://rethinkingscripture.comMy New Podcast Studio... The Upper Room: https://rethinkingscripture.com/podcast-episodes/More information about The Homes and Help Initiative: https://rethinkingscripture.com/homes-help-initiative/Sister site: RethinkingRest.comRethinking Rest... the Book: now available wherever you buy your books!More information: https://rethinkingrest.com/the-book/Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RethinkingScripture Twitter: @RethinkingStuffInstagram: Rethinking_ScriptureYouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6YCLg2UldJiA0dsg0KkvLATikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rethinkingscripturePowered and distributed by Simplecast.

71. Remember the Great Cessation - Exodus 20:8-11

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2023 42:31


Episode 70 -  The Day of the Great Cessation - Exodus 20:8-11March 2, 2022 - Host: Dr. Gregory HallIn this episode we venture into the sacred ground of the fourth commandment. When God says, “Remember the sabbath day, to keep it holy.” He's talking about the original 7th day of creation. That's what He made holy. It's because God stopped a certain type of work that day. He stopped the creative activity of the first six days. It was in those days he gave function and order to the universe. And at the end of the sixth day is says everything was “very good”.Resources Referenced and/or Read:Taylor, K. N. (1997). The living Bible, paraphrased (Ge 2:1–3). Tyndale House.Walton, J. H. (2009). The Lost World of Genesis One: Ancient Cosmology and the Origins Debate (pp. 72–73). IVP Academic.Recent Podcasts where Greg has been Interviewed:You can track all my guest interviews on my page: https://rethinkingscripture.com/guest-appearances/ Show Music:Intro/Outro - "Wedding Song" by Jacob A. HallTransition Music - produced by Jacob A. HallPodcast Website:The All-America Listener Challenge Updates: https://rethinkingscripture.comMy New Podcast Studio... The Upper Room: https://rethinkingscripture.com/podcast-episodes/More information about The Homes and Help Initiative: https://rethinkingscripture.com/homes-help-initiative/Sister site: RethinkingRest.comRethinking Rest... the Book: now available wherever you buy your books!More information: https://rethinkingrest.com/the-book/Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RethinkingScripture Twitter: @RethinkingStuffInstagram: Rethinking_ScriptureYouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6YCLg2UldJiA0dsg0KkvLATikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rethinkingscripturePowered and distributed by Simplecast.

70. Remembering Michael Heiser

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2023 40:59


Episode 70 -  Remembering Michael HeiserFeb 22, 2022 - Host: Dr. Gregory HallIn this episode, we take a moment to memorialize the passing of the theologian and scholar, Dr. Michael S. Heiser. In 2020, Heiser was diagnosed with an aggressive form of Pancreatic cancer. On Feb 15, 2023 he turned 60, and five days later he transitioned to experience the unseen realm he wrote so much about. He was a Christian author and biblical Old Testament scholar whose area of expertise was the nature of the spiritual realm, specifically the ANE worldview of the Divine Council. I'll describe all the podcasting techniques I've "borrowed" from him... and give my "Top 5" all-time episode of his Naked Bible Podcast. Resources Referenced and/or Read:The Naked Bible Podcast - https://nakedbiblepodcast.comSome Books By Michael HeiserThe Unseen Realm: Recovering the Supernatural Worldview of the Bible (2015)Supernatural: What the Bible Teaches about the Unseen World - And Why It Matters (2015)Reversing Hermon: Enoch, The Watchers & The Forgotten Mission of Jesus Christ (2017)Angels: What the Bible Really Says about God's Heavenly Host (2017)Demons: What the Bible Really Says About the Powers of Darkness (2000)Things I've "borrowed" from Michael HeiserUsing other people's work as source material for episodes.Working through books of the Bible.Topical EpisodesInterpreting the Bible thematically.Sometimes the answers to our biblical conundrums are available within the biblical text… but sometimes we need to go outside the text for cultural and contextual help. The familiar mantra, “The Bible says it, I believe it, and that settles it”… should likely be rephrased to say: “The Bible says it, I'm confused by it, perhaps I'm missing something, and maybe the ANE cultural context can give us insights into the problem.” That's a little harder to remember, but I believe it's closer to the truth of the situation.My Top 5 Favorite Episodes of the Naked Bible Podcast#5 - Episode 434 - The Epistle of Jude Part 3 - 1 hour 3 min - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-naked-bible-podcast/id961385822?i=1000570230358#4 - Episode 103 - Moses and the Bronze Serpent - 1 hour 13 min - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-naked-bible-podcast/id961385822?i=1000430050351#3 - Episode 138 - What Day was Jesus Born? - 1 hour 40 min - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-naked-bible-podcast/id961385822?i=1000430050019This corresponds to Reversing Hermon - Chapter 4Blog: https://drmsh.com/september-11-happy-birthday-to-jesus/#2 - Episode 159 - Noah's Nakedness, The Sin of Ham, and the Curse of Canaan - 48 minutes - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-naked-bible-podcast/id961385822?i=1000430050248John Sietze Bergsma, H., Scott Walker. (2005). Noah's Nakedness and the Curse on Canaan (Genesis 9:20–27). Journal of Biblical Literature, 124, 25.#1 - Episode 86 - The Head Covering of 1 Corinthians 11:13-15 - 58 minutes - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-naked-bible-podcast/id961385822?i=1000430050017Martin, T. W. (2004). Paul's Argument from Nature for the Veil in 1 Corinthians 11:13–15: A Testicle instead of a Head Covering. Journal of Biblical Literature, 123, 75.Recent Podcasts where Greg has been Interviewed:You can track all my interviews only my Podchaser.com Creator Page.That's the #Truth Season 3, Episode 3 - Gregory D. Hall - Why Our Approach to Sabbath Isn't WorkingEmpowered Manhood Podcast - One interview spread over three episodes. E 66 - Part 1 - Why Today's Concept of Biblical Rest Isn't Working w/ Author, Gregory D. HallE 67 - Part 2 - Why Today's Concept of Biblical Rest Isn't Working w/ Author, Gregory D. HallE 68 - Part 3 - Why Today's Concept of Biblical Rest Isn't Working w/ Author, Gregory D. HallHustle In Faith PodcastE 217 - Rethinking Rest w/ Gregory D. HallShow Music:Intro/Outro - "Wedding Song" by Jacob A. HallTransition Music - produced by Jacob A. HallPodcast Website:The All-America Listener Challenge Updates: https://rethinkingscripture.comMy New Podcast Studio... The Upper Room: https://rethinkingscripture.com/podcast-episodes/More information about The Homes and Help Initiative: https://rethinkingscripture.com/homes-help-initiative/Sister site: RethinkingRest.comRethinking Rest... the Book: now available wherever you buy your books!More information: https://rethinkingrest.com/the-book/Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RethinkingScripture Twitter: @RethinkingStuffInstagram: Rethinking_ScriptureYouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6YCLg2UldJiA0dsg0KkvLATikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rethinkingscripturePowered and distributed by Simplecast.

69. Unscrambling Christ's Easy Yoke

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2023 33:58


Episode 69 -  Unscrambling Christ's Easy YokeFeb 16, 2022 - Host: Dr. Gregory HallIn this episode we attempt to unscramble Christ's easy yoke. When Jesus offered rest to the weary and heavy-laden, He harnessed a yoke to His offer. Throughout the Bible, yokes are closely associated with the work of slavery and unfortunately, Christ's yoke has been mixed-up and misunderstood by many. So, let's try unscramble this one. Resources Referenced and/or Read:Garrett, J. K. (2016). Yoke. In J. D. Barry, D. Bomar, D. R. Brown, R. Klippenstein, D. Mangum, C. Sinclair Wolcott, L. Wentz, E. Ritzema, & W. Widder (Eds.), The Lexham Bible Dictionary. Lexham Press.Hall, Gregory D. (2023). Introduction. In Rethinking Rest; Why Our Approach to Sabbath Isn't Working (pp. 11–16), Deep River Books.Recent Podcasts where Greg has been Interviewed:You can track all my interviews only my Podchaser.com Creator Page.Empowered Manhood Podcast - One interview spread over three episodes. E 66 - Part 1 - Why Today's Concept of Biblical Rest Isn't Working w/ Author, Gregory D. HallE 67 - Part 2 - Why Today's Concept of Biblical Rest Isn't Working w/ Author, Gregory D. HallE 68 - Part 3 - Why Today's Concept of Biblical Rest Isn't Working w/ Author, Gregory D. HallHustle In Faith PodcastE 217 - Rethinking Rest w/ Gregory D. HallShow Music:Intro/Outro - "Wedding Song" by Jacob A. HallTransition Music - produced by Jacob A. HallPodcast Website:The All-America Listener Challenge Updates: https://rethinkingscripture.comMy New Podcast Studio... The Upper Room: https://rethinkingscripture.com/podcast-episodes/More information about The Homes and Help Initiative: https://rethinkingscripture.com/homes-help-initiative/Sister site: RethinkingRest.comRethinking Rest... the Book: now available wherever you buy your books!More information: https://rethinkingrest.com/the-book/Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RethinkingScripture Twitter: @RethinkingStuffInstagram: Rethinking_ScriptureYouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6YCLg2UldJiA0dsg0KkvLATikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rethinkingscripturePowered and distributed by Simplecast.

68. What's Left of Sabbath Rest?

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2023 27:41


Episode 68 -  What's Left of Sabbath RestFeb 9, 2022 - Host: Dr. Gregory HallMany of the books written on the topic of biblical rest focus largely on the observance of the Old Testament's fourth commandment. But the seventh-day sabbath is just a small sliver of what the Bible has to say on the topic. The author of Hebrews spends nearly two chapters discussing the "rest that remains for the people of God," yet never mentions the seventh-day sabbath anywhere in his argument.This prompts the question, "What's Left of Sabbath Rest?"Resources Referenced and/or Read:Swoboda, A. J. Subversive Sabbath: The Surprising Power of Rest in a Nonstop World. Grand Rapids, MI: Brazos Press: A Division of Baker Publishing Group, 2018.Hall, Gregory D. (2023). Introduction. In Rethinking Rest; Why Our Approach to Sabbath Isn't Working (pp. 11–16), Deep River Books.Recent Podcasts where Greg has been Interviewed:You can track all my interviews only my Podchaser.com Creator Page.Empowered Manhood Podcast - One interview spread over three episodes. E 66 - Part 1 - Why Today's Concept of Biblical Rest Isn't Working w/ Author, Gregory D. HallE 67 - Part 2 - Why Today's Concept of Biblical Rest Isn't Working w/ Author, Gregory D. HallE 68 - Part 3 - Why Today's Concept of Biblical Rest Isn't Working w/ Author, Gregory D. HallHustle In Faith PodcastE 217 - Rethinking Rest w/ Gregory D. HallShow Music:Intro/Outro - "Wedding Song" by Jacob A. HallTransition Music - produced by Jacob A. HallPodcast Website:The All-America Listener Challenge Updates: https://rethinkingscripture.comMy New Podcast Studio... The Upper Room: https://rethinkingscripture.com/podcast-episodes/More information about The Homes and Help Initiative: https://rethinkingscripture.com/homes-help-initiative/Sister site: RethinkingRest.comRethinking Rest... the Book: now available wherever you buy your books!More information: https://rethinkingrest.com/the-book/Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RethinkingScripture Twitter: @RethinkingStuffInstagram: Rethinking_ScriptureYouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6YCLg2UldJiA0dsg0KkvLATikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rethinkingscripturePowered and distributed by Simplecast.

67. Morris Dirks - 80's Youth Group Culture

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2023 32:37


Episode 67 -  Morris Dirks - 1980's Youth Group CultureJan 26, 2022 - Host: Dr. Gregory HallMorris Dirks is well known in the Pacific Northwest corner of the United States. He was the head pastor at two large churches (in Oregon and Washington) and is the founding Director of Soul Formation, a non-profit that ministers to leaders in the church. But before all that, Morris was my youth pastor. In this episode we look back on the 1980's Evangelical Youth Group Culture and identify lots of good, some of the bad, but mostly just the crazy fun we had. Resources Referenced and/or Read:Hall, Gregory D. (2023). Introduction. In Rethinking Rest; Why Our Approach to Sabbath Isn't Working (pp. 11–16), Deep River Books.Show Music:Intro/Outro - "Wedding Song" by Jacob A. HallTransition Music - produced by Jacob A. HallPodcast Website:The All-America Listener Challenge Updates: https://rethinkingscripture.comMy New Podcast Studio... The Upper Room: https://rethinkingscripture.com/podcast-episodes/More information about The Homes and Help Initiative: https://rethinkingscripture.com/homes-help-initiative/Sister site: RethinkingRest.comRethinking Rest... the Book: now available wherever you buy your books!More information: https://rethinkingrest.com/the-book/Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RethinkingScripture Twitter: @RethinkingStuffInstagram: Rethinking_ScriptureYouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6YCLg2UldJiA0dsg0KkvLATikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rethinkingscripturePowered and distributed by Simplecast.

66. Rethinking Rest Launch Day Special

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2023 26:29


Episode 66 - Rethinking Rest Launch Day SpecialJan 19, 2022 - Host: Dr. Gregory HallThis is a very special episode of the podcast. In it we celebrate the launch of my first book, Rethinking Rest. I discuss some of the things I learned in the writing the book and in the publishing process. I also read through the book's introduction to introduce you to the flavor and tone of my writing.Resources Referenced and/or Read:Cantrell, Julie. Blog Post, 10 Things to Know Before You Publish Your Book; How to bring your story to shelves. Accessed on Jan 19, 2023: https://writingcooperative.com/10-things-to-know-before-you-publish-your-book-d71fb89c07bf Hall, Gregory D. (2023). Introduction. In Rethinking Rest; Why Our Approach to Sabbath Isn't Working (pp. 11–16), Deep River Books.Show Music:Intro/Outro - "Wedding Song" by Jacob A. HallTransition Music - produced by Jacob A. HallPodcast Website:The All-America Listener Challenge Updates: https://rethinkingscripture.comMy New Podcast Studio... The Upper Room: https://rethinkingscripture.com/podcast-episodes/More information about The Homes and Help Initiative: https://rethinkingscripture.com/homes-help-initiative/Sister site: RethinkingRest.comRethinking Rest... the Book: Available January 19, 2023!More information: https://rethinkingrest.com/the-book/Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RethinkingScripture Twitter: @RethinkingStuffInstagram: Rethinking_ScriptureYouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6YCLg2UldJiA0dsg0KkvLATikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rethinkingscripturePowered and distributed by Simplecast.

65. Curtis Zackery - Searching for Soul Rest

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2023 38:11


Episode 65 - Searching for Soul Rest an Interview w/ Author Curtis ZackeryJan 12, 2022 - Host: Dr. Gregory HallIn this episode we begin a new series where we will discuss and examine what it means when the Bible talks about rest. There have been many attempts to describe rest and today's guest, author Curtis Zackery, brings a unique perspective to this ancient discussion.Resources Referenced and/or Read:Zackery, Curtis. Soul Rest: Reclaim Your Life; Return to Sabbath. Edited by Abigail Stocker, Justin Marr, Lynnea Smoyer, and Christy Callahan. Bellingham, WA: Kirkdale Press, 2018.Show Music:Intro/Outro - "Wedding Song" by Jacob A. HallTransition Music - produced by Jacob A. HallPodcast Website:The All-America Listener Challenge Updates: https://rethinkingscripture.comMy New Podcast Studio... The Upper Room: https://rethinkingscripture.com/podcast-episodes/More information about The Homes and Help Initiative: https://rethinkingscripture.com/homes-help-initiative/Sister site: RethinkingRest.comRethinking Rest... the Book: Available January 19, 2023!More information: https://rethinkingrest.com/the-book/Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RethinkingScripture Twitter: @RethinkingStuffInstagram: Rethinking_ScriptureYouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6YCLg2UldJiA0dsg0KkvLATikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rethinkingscripturePowered and distributed by Simplecast.

64. Acts 27-28 - Survivor - Malta

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2023 31:36


Episode 64: Acts 27-28 - Survivor - MaltaJan 7, 2022 - Host: Dr. Gregory HallThe last two chapters in Acts contain the details of an amazing shipwreck where all the crew and passengers are brought safely to the island of Malta. The story is better than a similar reality tv program you may have watched… and for several reasons it's also a fitting end to Luke's account of the Acts of the Apostles.Resources Referenced and/or Read:Yates, K. W. (2016). Military Leaders and Jonah in the Writings of Luke, Part 2. Bibliotheca Sacra, 173(692), 457–458.Gage, W. A. (2011). Return from Emmaus: The Resurrection Theme in Scripture (p. 41). Warren A. Gage.Gage, W. A., & Carpenter, S. P. (2014). A Literary Guide to the Life of Christ in Matthew, Mark, and Luke-Acts: How the Synoptic Evangelists Tell the Story of Jesus (p. 153). St. Andrews House.WatermarkGospel.com Video - Paul on Malta - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xMcS-8rMRtcKeener, C. S. (1993). The IVP Bible background commentary: New Testament (Ac 28:18–31). InterVarsity Press.Beale, G. (2018). We Become What We Worship: A Biblical Theology of Idolatry (pp. 244–245). InterVarsity Press Academic.Show Music:Intro/Outro - "Growth" by Armani Delos SantosTransition Music - produced by Jacob A. HallPodcast Website:The All-America Listener Challenge Updates: https://rethinkingscripture.comMy New Podcast Studio... The Upper Room: https://rethinkingscripture.com/podcast-episodes/More information about The Homes and Help Initiative: https://rethinkingscripture.com/homes-help-initiative/Sister site: RethinkingRest.comRethinking Rest... the Book: Available January 19, 2023!More information: https://rethinkingrest.com/the-book/Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RethinkingScripture Twitter: @RethinkingStuffInstagram: Rethinking_ScriptureYouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6YCLg2UldJiA0dsg0KkvLAPowered and distributed by Simplecast.

63. Acts 24-26 - Felix, Festus, and Agrippa

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2022 27:55


Episode 61: Acts 24-26 - Felix, Festus, and AgrippaDec 30, 2022 - Host: Dr. Gregory HallIn Acts 24-26, Paul stands before three Roman backed rulers, Felix, Festus, & Agrippa II. You may have read this story not really understanding who these rulers were. If that's you, you are not alone. Most people gloss right over these Roman sychophants. So sit back, relax, and let's talk about the men who judged Paul before he went to Rome.Resources Referenced and/or Read:Thorpe, D. J. (2016). Antonius Felix. In J. D. Barry, D. Bomar, D. R. Brown, R. Klippenstein, D. Mangum, C. Sinclair Wolcott, L. Wentz, E. Ritzema, & W. Widder (Eds.), The Lexham Bible Dictionary. Lexham Press.Barrett, C. K. (2004). A critical and exegetical commentary on the Acts of the Apostles (pp. 1114–1115). T&T Clark.Otten, J. D. (2016). Porcius Festus. In J. D. Barry, D. Bomar, D. R. Brown, R. Klippenstein, D. Mangum, C. Sinclair Wolcott, L. Wentz, E. Ritzema, & W. Widder (Eds.), The Lexham Bible Dictionary. Lexham Press.Dicken, F. E. (2016). Agrippa II. In J. D. Barry, D. Bomar, D. R. Brown, R. Klippenstein, D. Mangum, C. Sinclair Wolcott, L. Wentz, E. Ritzema, & W. Widder (Eds.), The Lexham Bible Dictionary. Lexham Press.Show Music:Intro/Outro - "Growth" by Armani Delos SantosTransition Music - produced by Jacob A. HallPodcast Website:The All-America Listener Challenge Updates: https://rethinkingscripture.comMy New Podcast Studio... The Upper Room: https://rethinkingscripture.com/podcast-episodes/More information about The Homes and Help Initiative: https://rethinkingscripture.com/homes-help-initiative/Sister site: RethinkingRest.comRethinking Rest... the Book: Available January 19, 2023!More information: https://rethinkingrest.com/the-book/Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RethinkingScripture Twitter: @RethinkingStuffInstagram: Rethinking_ScriptureYouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6YCLg2UldJiA0dsg0KkvLAPowered and distributed by Simplecast.

62. Rethinking Advent (Rewind)

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2022 22:46


Rethinking Scripture Podcast - Episode 62: Rethinking Advent RewindDecember 21, 2021 - Host: Dr. Gregory HallJoin Gregory Hall for a special rendition of the advent story. In this episode we'll look at some of the details from last year's advent series (episodes 28-33) and combine those details into the well-known story of the our Savior's birth. Gather your family around... turn up the volume... and let's start a new Christmas tradition as we rethink the advent story.Referenced Resources:Charlie Brown's Question - "Isn't there anyone who knows what Christmas is all about?"  posed by Charlie Brown in A Charlie Brown Christmas. A tv movie from 1965.Show Music:Intro Song - jazzy bells (jingle bells) by Dee Yan-Key - https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Dee_Yan-Key/my_christmas_music/02--Dee_Yan-Key-jazzy_bellsMy son, Jacob Hall, created the music played behind the advent story. He's a very talented individual ;-)Podcast Website:RethinkingScripture.comSister site: RethinkingRest.comSocial Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RethinkingScripture Twitter: @RethinkingStuffInstagram: Rethinking_ScriptureYouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6YCLg2UldJiA0dsg0KkvLAPowered and distributed by Simplecast.

61. Acts 22-23 - The Commissioning Formula

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2022 26:24


Episode 61: Acts 22-23 - The Commissioning FormulaDec 13, 2022 - Host: Dr. Gregory HallThere is a common way the biblical authors tell the story when a person is commissioned by God for a specific task. While these revelations are always unique to those who receive them, they all share a literary form found throughout the Bible and other Ancient Near Eastern literature. Luke uses this formula three times in Acts 22-23. Resources Referenced and/or Read:Hubbard, B. J. (1977). Commissioning Stories in Luke-Acts: A Study of Their Antecedents, Form and Content. Semeia, 8, 102–103.Hedrick, C. W. (1981). Paul's Conversion/Call: A Comparative Analysis of the Three Reports in Acts. Journal of Biblical Literature, 100, 428–429.Show Music:Intro/Outro - "Growth" by Armani Delos SantosTransition Music - produced by Jacob A. HallPodcast Website:The All-America Listener Challenge Updates: https://rethinkingscripture.comMy New Podcast Studio... The Upper Room: https://rethinkingscripture.com/podcast-episodes/More information about The Homes and Help Initiative: https://rethinkingscripture.com/homes-help-initiative/Sister site: RethinkingRest.comRethinking Rest... the Book: Available January 19, 2023!More information: https://rethinkingrest.com/the-book/Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RethinkingScripture Twitter: @RethinkingStuffInstagram: Rethinking_ScriptureYouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6YCLg2UldJiA0dsg0KkvLAPowered and distributed by Simplecast.

60. Acts 20-21 - The Eutychus Syndrome

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2022 28:19


Episode 59: Acts 20-21 - The Eutychus SyndromeDec 1, 2022 - Host: Dr. Gregory Hall In Acts 20, we are introduced to Eutychus. He's a young man who, falls asleep while listening to one of Paul's sermons, then falls to his death from an upper story window. In this episode we ask what lessons we should learn from a story such as this. We will also figure out how to avoid the Eutychus Syndrome.   Resources Referenced and/or Read:Glavic, Julie. A. (2014). Eutychus in Acts and in the Church: The Narrative Significance of Acts 20:6–12. Bulletin for Biblical Research, 24(2), 179.Rethinking Rest Merch: Silicone Wristbands and Stickers Show Music:Intro/Outro - "Growth" by Armani Delos SantosTransition Music - produced by Jacob A. HallPodcast Website:The All-America Listener Challenge Updates: https://rethinkingscripture.comMy New Podcast Studio... The Upper Room: https://rethinkingscripture.com/podcast-episodes/More information about The Homes and Help Initiative: https://rethinkingscripture.com/homes-help-initiative/Sister site: RethinkingRest.comRethinking Rest... the Book: Available January 19, 2023!More information about the book: https://rethinkingrest.com/the-book/Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RethinkingScripture Twitter: @RethinkingStuffInstagram: Rethinking_ScriptureYouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6YCLg2UldJiA0dsg0KkvLAPowered and distributed by Simplecast.

59. Acts 18-19 - The Liminal Leftovers of Johnny B.

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2022 31:50


Episode 59: Acts 18-19 - The Liminal Leftovers of Johnny B.November 13, 2022 - Host: Dr. Gregory HallIn Acts 18-19 we are introduced to a subgroup of the faithful. They are folks that knew and followed the teachings of John the Baptist. But these events occur about thirty years after the ministry of Johnny B. So just how should we understand these folks who don't fit nicely into any of our modern-day boxes.Resources Referenced and/or Read:Carman J. Imes, Bearing God's Name: Why Sinai Still Matters (Downers Grove, IL: IVP Academic, 2019) 17.The story of Hiroo Onoda can be found here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hiroo_OnodaHodges, Zane C. “Harmony with God Part 3 of 3.” Chafer Theological Seminary Journal Volume 9, 2003.Show Music:Intro/Outro - "Growth" by Armani Delos SantosTransition Music - produced by Jacob A. HallPodcast Website:The All-America Listener Challenge Updates: https://rethinkingscripture.comMy New Podcast Studio... The Upper Room: https://rethinkingscripture.com/podcast-episodes/More information about The Homes and Help Initiative: https://rethinkingscripture.com/homes-help-initiative/Sister site: RethinkingRest.comRethinking Rest... the Book: Available January 19, 2023!More information about the book: https://rethinkingrest.com/the-book/Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RethinkingScripture Twitter: @RethinkingStuffInstagram: Rethinking_ScriptureYouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6YCLg2UldJiA0dsg0KkvLAPowered and distributed by Simplecast.

58. Acts 16-17 - What Must I Do to Be Saved?

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2022 37:38


Rethinking Scripture PodcastEpisode 58: Acts 16-17 - What Must I Do to Be Saved?October 29, 2022 - Host: Dr. Gregory HallIn Acts 16-17 Paul and his traveling companions hit the road. These chapters record some of the events in his second missionary journey… and they are packed full of interesting topics. In this episode we discuss circumcision, baptism, a python spirit, and the very important question asked by a jailer, “What must I do to be saved?”Resources Referenced and/or Read:Moyer V. Hubbard, “Greek Religion,” in The World of the New Testament: Cultural, Social, and Historical Contexts, ed. Joel B. Green and Lee Martin McDonald (Grand Rapids, MI: Baker Academic, 2013), 110.Deppe, Dean B. All Roads Lead to the Text: Eight Methods of Inquiry into the Bible. Grand Rapids, MI; Cambridge, U.K.: William B. Eerdmans Publishing Company, 2011. Print.Harwood, E. A Liberal Translation of the New Testament. Vol. I & II. London: T. Becket and P. A. de Hondt; J. Johnson; T. Cadell; J. Gore and J. Sibbald; T. Bancks, 1768.Show Music:Intro/Outro - "Growth" by Armani Delos SantosTransition Music - produced by Jacob A. HallPodcast Website:The All-America Listener Challenge Updates: https://rethinkingscripture.comMy New Podcast Studio... The Upper Room: https://rethinkingscripture.com/podcast-episodes/More information about The Homes and Help Initiative: https://rethinkingscripture.com/homes-help-initiative/Sister site: RethinkingRest.comRethinking Rest... the Book: Coming January 19, 2023!More information about the book: https://rethinkingrest.com/the-book/Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RethinkingScripture Twitter: @RethinkingStuffInstagram: Rethinking_ScriptureYouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6YCLg2UldJiA0dsg0KkvLAPowered and distributed by Simplecast.

57. Acts 15 - Understanding the Gentile Prohibitions

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2022 26:04


Rethinking Scripture PodcastEpisode 57: Acts 15 - Who Were Those "Appointed to Eternal Life?"October 19, 2022 - Host: Dr. Gregory HallIn Acts 15, a decision is made. The question on the table was how to keep peace between the different cultural expectations of those who had come to faith in Jesus.  The list of action items they came up with might be a little surprising to our modern ears. But what's really interesting… is something that didn't make the list at all.Resources Referenced and/or Read:Witherington, B., III. (1998). The Acts of the Apostles: a socio-rhetorical commentary (pp. 440–441). Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing Co.Savelle, C. H. (2004). A Reexamination of the Prohibitions in Acts 15. Bibliotheca Sacra, 161, 464–465.Show Music:Intro/Outro - "Growth" by Armani Delos SantosTransition Music - produced by Jacob A. HallPodcast Website:The All-America Listener Challenge Updates: https://rethinkingscripture.comMy New Podcast Studio... The Upper Room: https://rethinkingscripture.com/podcast-episodes/More information about The Homes and Help Initiative: https://rethinkingscripture.com/homes-help-initiative/Sister site: RethinkingRest.comRethinking Rest... the Book: Coming January 19, 2023!More information about the book: https://rethinkingrest.com/the-book/Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RethinkingScripture Twitter: @RethinkingStuffInstagram: Rethinking_ScriptureYouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6YCLg2UldJiA0dsg0KkvLAPowered and distributed by Simplecast.

56. Acts 13-14 - Who Were Those "Appointed to Eternal Life?"

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2022 34:08


Rethinking Scripture PodcastEpisode 56: Acts 13-14 - Who Were Those "Appointed to Eternal Life?"September 28, 2022 - Host: Dr. Gregory HallThere are many ideas about how people get "saved." Is God in control of the whole process, or do people have some say in what they believe. There's a story in Acts 13-14 that some think speaks to the topic. But we may not be understanding the passages ancient context? If that's the case, we may have some rethinking to do!Resources Referenced and/or Read:Toussaint, S. D. (1985). Acts. In J. F. Walvoord & R. B. Zuck (Eds.), The Bible Knowledge Commentary: An Exposition of the Scriptures (Vol. 2, pp. 390–391). Victor Books.Newman, B. M., & Nida, E. A. (1972). A handbook on the Acts of the Apostles (pp. 269–270). United Bible Societies.Gangel, K. O. (1998). Acts (Vol. 5, p. 219). Broadman & Holman Publishers.Polhill, J. B. (1992). Acts (Vol. 26, p. 308). Broadman & Holman Publishers.Martin, R. P. (2005). The Result of Paul's Preaching in Antioch: “As many as were ordained to eternal life believed” Acts 13:48. The Reformed Baptist Theological Review, 2(2), 29–30.Bence, P. A. (1998). Acts: a Bible commentary in the Wesleyan tradition (p. 62). Wesleyan Publishing House.Show Music:Intro/Outro - "Growth" by Armani Delos SantosTransition Music - produced by Jacob A. HallPodcast Website:The All-America Listener Challenge Updates: https://rethinkingscripture.comMy New Podcast Studio... The Upper Room: https://rethinkingscripture.com/podcast-episodes/More information about The Homes and Help Initiative: https://rethinkingscripture.com/homes-help-initiative/Sister site: RethinkingRest.comRethinking Rest... the Book: Coming January 19, 2023!More information about the book: https://rethinkingrest.com/the-book/Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RethinkingScripture Twitter: @RethinkingStuffInstagram: Rethinking_ScriptureYouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6YCLg2UldJiA0dsg0KkvLAPowered and distributed by Simplecast.

55. Acts 12 - The Logos and the Mythos

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2022 30:22


Rethinking Scripture PodcastEpisode 55: Acts 12 - The Logos and the MythosSeptember 28, 2022 - Host: Dr. Gregory Hall In ancient times stories used two general concepts, logos and mythos, to convey meaning to their readers.  It's true of stories outside the Bible, but it's also true of the stories we find within the Bible as well. In this episode we look further into the ancient understanding of logos and mythos and how they are presented in Acts 12. Resources Referenced and/or Read:The All-America Listener Challenge Update - RethinkingScripture.comThe Homes and Help Initiative - RethinkingScripture.com/homes-help-initiative/Episode 54 - The Homes and Help Initiative4:13 Strong.org - The newest addition to the Homes and Help Initiative. Based in Nashville, they provide training, skill development and job placement for men who are at-risk. Those either living on the streets, or recently released from prison. They have a 6-8 month residential program… where graduates complete the following items… 4 months of continuous employment, court fees and fines paid off, driver's license acquired or reinstated, car and insurance purchased with cash, $1500 emergency fund saved.Merriam-Webster, I. (2003). In Merriam-Webster's collegiate dictionary. (Eleventh ed.). Merriam-Webster, Inc.Kittel, G., Friedrich, G., & Bromiley, G. W. (1985). In Theological Dictionary of the New Testament, Abridged in One Volume (p. 506). W.B. Eerdmans.Rethinking Rest - Electronic Endnote #54 -RethinkingRest.com/electronic-endnotes/Dr. Warren Gage Dr. Warren Gage - Logos/Mythos(and Dr. Chip Bennett) - A Christian Reading of PlatoShow Music:Intro/Outro - "Growth" by Armani Delos SantosTransition Music - produced by Jacob A. HallPodcast Website:The All-America Listener Challenge Updates: https://rethinkingscripture.comMy New Podcast Studio... The Upper Room: https://rethinkingscripture.com/podcast-episodes/More information about The Homes and Help Initiative: https://rethinkingscripture.com/homes-help-initiative/Sister site: RethinkingRest.comRethinking Rest... the Book: Coming January 19, 2023!More information about the book: https://rethinkingrest.com/the-book/Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RethinkingScripture Twitter: @RethinkingStuffInstagram: Rethinking_ScriptureYouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6YCLg2UldJiA0dsg0KkvLAPowered and distributed by Simplecast.

54. Acts 10-11 - The Gentile Pentecost

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2022 33:41


Rethinking Scripture PodcastEpisode 54: Acts 10-11 - The Gentile PentecostSeptember 9, 2022 - Host: Dr. Gregory Hall When we read Acts 10, we often make Cornelius the focus of the chapter. But a careful reading of the text suggests that Peter is really the dynamic character with the most movement. Could it be that Peter was also given a gift of the Holy Spirit the day the Gentiles spoke in tongues?Resources Referenced and/or Read:Witherington, B., III. (1998). The Acts of the Apostles: a socio-rhetorical commentary (p. 360). Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing Co.Newman, B. M., & Nida, E. A. (1972). A handbook on the Acts of the Apostles (p. 219). United Bible Societies.Smith, B. L. “Tongues in the New Testament.” The Churchman 87, no. 1–4 (1973).MacDonald, W. G. (1964). Glossolalia In The New Testament. Journal of the Evangelical Theological Society, 7(2), 62. Show Music:Intro/Outro - "Growth" by Armani Delos SantosTransition Music - produced by Jacob A. HallPodcast Website:The All-America Listener Challenge Updates: https://rethinkingscripture.comMy New Podcast Studio... The Upper Room: https://rethinkingscripture.com/podcast-episodes/More information about The Homes and Help Initiative: https://rethinkingscripture.com/homes-help-initiative/Sister site: RethinkingRest.comRethinking Rest... the Book: Coming January 19, 2023!More information about the book: https://rethinkingrest.com/the-book/Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RethinkingScripture Twitter: @RethinkingStuffInstagram: Rethinking_ScriptureYouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6YCLg2UldJiA0dsg0KkvLAPowered and distributed by Simplecast.

53. Acts 9 - What Exactly Happened on the Way to Damascus?

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2022 29:43


Rethinking Scripture PodcastEpisode 53: Acts 9 - What Exactly Happened on the Way to Damascus?August 27, 2022 - Host: Dr. Gregory Hall Acts 9 is where we find the story of Saul's conversion. But you may be surprised to discover that's not the only place this story is found. Luke included two other versions of the story later in Acts, and each episode adds important details not found in chapter nine.  In this episode we gather all the details together and try to figure out what exactly happened to Saul that day. Resources Referenced and/or Read:Churchill, Timothy. “Repetition for a Reason”. (Waco, TX: Institute for Faith and Learning at Baylor University, 2015).https://www.baylor.edu/content/services/document.php/239230.pdfShow Music:Intro/Outro - "Growth" by Armani Delos SantosTransition Music - produced by Jacob A. HallPodcast Website:The All-America Listener Challenge Updates: https://rethinkingscripture.comMy New Podcast Studio... The Upper Room: https://rethinkingscripture.com/podcast-episodes/More information about The Homes and Help Initiative: https://rethinkingscripture.com/homes-help-initiative/Sister site: RethinkingRest.comRethinking Rest... the Book: Coming January 19, 2023!More information about the book: https://rethinkingrest.com/the-book/Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RethinkingScripture Twitter: @RethinkingStuffInstagram: Rethinking_ScriptureYouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6YCLg2UldJiA0dsg0KkvLAPowered and distributed by Simplecast.

52. Acts 8 - The Samaritans

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2022 33:57


Rethinking Scripture PodcastEpisode 52: Acts 8 - The SamaritansAugust 9, 2022 - Host: Dr. Gregory Hall In Acts 8, Philip made his way to Samaria to tell them the story of the Christ. This was significant for a number of reasons, but mostly because the Samaritans and the Jews didn't normally associate with one another. You may already know that, but today we will examine more closely how and why these two groups came to be at odds.Resources Referenced and/or Read:Deppe, D. B. (2011). All Roads Lead to the Text: Eight Methods of Inquiry into the Bible (p. 160). William B. Eerdmans Publishing Company.Edwards, J. R. (2017). Parallels and Patterns between Luke and Acts. Bulletin for Biblical Research, 27(4), 489–490.Gage, Warren Austin. Return from Emmaus: The Resurrection Theme in Scripture. Ft. Lauderdale, FL: Warren A. Gage, 2011.Show Music:Intro/Outro - "Growth" by Armani Delos SantosTransition Music - produced by Jacob A. HallPodcast Website:The All-America Listener Challenge Updates: https://rethinkingscripture.comMy New Podcast Studio... The Upper Room: https://rethinkingscripture.com/podcast-episodes/More information about The Homes and Help Initiative: https://rethinkingscripture.com/homes-help-initiative/Sister site: RethinkingRest.comRethinking Rest... the Book: Coming January 19, 2023!More information about the book: https://rethinkingrest.com/the-book/Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RethinkingScripture Twitter: @RethinkingStuffInstagram: Rethinking_ScriptureYouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6YCLg2UldJiA0dsg0KkvLAPowered and distributed by Simplecast.

51. Acts 7 - The Gospel in the Story of Stephen

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2022 23:17


Rethinking Scripture PodcastEpisode 51: Acts 7 - The Gospel in the Story of StephenAugust 9, 2022 - Host: Dr. Gregory Hall In Acts 7, Stephen becomes the first of the "Christ-Followers" to be killed for his faith. And right before he dies he gives a long sermon that most readers just skip right over… because they think it's not relevant. But for some reason, Luke under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit, thought the details of this chapter important enough to include. Today, we'll look at how Luke uniquely shares the good news of Jesus through the story of Stephen.Resources Referenced and/or Read:Link to a picture of Gregory Hall and Dr. John Walton: https://rethinkingrest.com/audio-beta/Polhill, John B. "The Hellenist Breakthrough: Acts 6-12". Review and Expositor, 71(4), 479-81, (1974).Gage, Warren Austin. Return from Emmaus: The Resurrection Theme in Scripture. Ft. Lauderdale, FL: Warren A. Gage, 2011.Show Music:Intro/Outro - "Growth" by Armani Delos SantosTransition Music - produced by Jacob A. HallPodcast Website:The All-America Listener Challenge Updates: https://rethinkingscripture.comMy New Podcast Studio... The Upper Room: https://rethinkingscripture.com/podcast-episodes/More information about The Homes and Help Initiative: https://rethinkingscripture.com/homes-help-initiative/Sister site: RethinkingRest.comRethinking Rest... the Book: Coming January of 2023!More information about the book: https://rethinkingrest.com/the-book/Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RethinkingScripture Twitter: @RethinkingStuffInstagram: Rethinking_ScriptureYouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6YCLg2UldJiA0dsg0KkvLAPowered and distributed by Simplecast.

50. Acts 6 - Living Sacrifices

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2022 30:33


Rethinking Scripture PodcastEpisode 50: Acts 6 - Living SacrificesJuly 25, 2022 - Host: Dr. Gregory Hall In act 6, we read about a problem in the early days of the church. Some widows in the church were being overlooked by other church members. And it turns out it was an ethnic issue. The locals weren't getting along with those from out of town. In this episode we'll look a little deeper into the problem and try to connect their solution back to a story in the book of numbers.Resources Referenced and/or Read:Newman, B. M., & Nida, E. A. (1972). A handbook on the Acts of the Apostles (p. 134). United Bible Societies.https://www.britannica.com/topic/Aramaic-languageMetzger, Bruce Manning, United Bible Societies. A Textual Commentary on the Greek New Testament, Second Edition a Companion Volume to the United Bible Societies' Greek New Testament (4th Rev. Ed.). London; New York: United Bible Societies, 1994.McMains, M. (2016). Hellenists. In J. D. Barry, D. Bomar, D. R. Brown, R. Klippenstein, D. Mangum, C. Sinclair Wolcott, L. Wentz, E. Ritzema, & W. Widder (Eds.), The Lexham Bible Dictionary. Lexham Press.Keener, C. S. (1993). The IVP Bible background commentary: New Testament (Ac 6:1). InterVarsity Press.Barrett, C. K. (2004). A critical and exegetical commentary on the acts of the Apostles (pp. 304–305). T&T Clark.Show Music:Intro/Outro - "Growth" by Armani Delos SantosTransition Music - produced by Jacob A. HallPodcast Website:The All-America Listener Challenge Updates: https://rethinkingscripture.comMy New Podcast Studio... The Upper Room: https://rethinkingscripture.com/podcast-episodes/More information about The Homes and Help Initiative: https://rethinkingscripture.com/homes-help-initiative/Sister site: RethinkingRest.comRethinking Rest... the Book: Coming January of 2023!More information about the book: https://rethinkingrest.com/the-book/Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RethinkingScripture Twitter: @RethinkingStuffInstagram: Rethinking_ScriptureYouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6YCLg2UldJiA0dsg0KkvLAPowered and distributed by Simplecast.

49. Acts 5 - The Fate of Ananias and Sapphira

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2022 25:09


Rethinking Scripture PodcastEpisode 49: Acts 5 - The Fate of Ananias and SapphiraJuly 10, 2022 - Host: Dr. Gregory Hall There are a few times in Scripture where God hands down a death sentence for what we might otherwise consider a somewhat minor infraction. You might view the story of Ananias and Sapphira, in Acts 5, as one such story. Did they really have to die for what they did? But what if a careful theological investigation of this double death turned up a whole new perspective on what happened that day?Referenced Resources:Rethinking Rest Audiobook Beta Listener Program - https://rethinkingrest.com/audio-beta/Show Music:Intro/Outro - "Growth" by Armani Delos SantosTransition Music - produced by Jacob A. HallPodcast Website:The All-America Listener Challenge Updates: https://rethinkingscripture.comMy New Podcast Studio... The Upper Room: https://rethinkingscripture.com/podcast-episodes/More information about The Homes and Help Initiative: https://rethinkingscripture.com/homes-help-initiative/Sister site: RethinkingRest.comRethinking Rest... the Book: Coming January of 2023!More information about the book: https://rethinkingrest.com/the-book/Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RethinkingScripture Twitter: @RethinkingStuffInstagram: Rethinking_ScriptureYouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6YCLg2UldJiA0dsg0KkvLAPowered and distributed by Simplecast.

48. Rethinking Rest Audiobook Beta Listener Excerpt

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2022 21:16


Friends, lend me your ears. No really… I need your ears! Would you be willing to be an Audiobook Beta Listener?My Rethinking Rest book is scheduled for release on Jan 19, 2023, and I've decided to record the audiobook myself! Needless to say… I've never done this before. But I've started the process and I'm needing some feedback. That's where you can help!I've uploaded this excerpt from the first chapter of the Rethinking Rest audiobook. I'd love it if you would be willing to give it a listen.While listening: you can access the Electronic Endnotes for reference:“Electronic Endnotes” LinkAfter you listen: I'd appreciate just 5 more minutes of your time to fill out the feedback form at the bottom of this page:https://rethinkingrest.com/audio-beta/The whole process shouldn't take more than half an hour.I'm also testing out another innovation, Interactive Electronic Endnotes. Have you ever listened to an audiobook that you know has extensive footnotes… but they don't reference them in the audio version of the book? Yeah… that bugs me too. So here's what I've done. I've uploaded all the endnotes (those are just footnotes put all at the end of the book) to a webpage and as you'll hear, I reference them within the audio version. So when you hear me say, Endnote 16, for instance, you have the ability to pull up the endnote and read it… just like someone who bought the print version. Oh, and did I mention the Electronic Endnotes are interactive? I've gone through the first chapter and linked parts of the notes to further information that's available free of charge on the world wide web. I'm telling you… you can get lost in these endnotes. There's even some funny little easter eggs I've put in there for those that care to hunt around a little. There's a link in the show notes to the Electronic Endnotes as well.In the feedback form there's place to let me know if you'd like to be notified when I've got another excerpt to listen to.Lastly, If all that wasn't a good enough reason to become a Audio Beta Listener… for every verifiable “Beta Listener Feedback Form” I receive, I'll be donating $10 to StopSoldierSuicide.org. I'm taking part in their 25-mile Swim Challenge this month (June of  2022) as a part of my Homes and Help Initiative that I introduced in episode 45. So spread the word! Let's get as many Beta Listeners as possible! Your feedback is valuable to me… and it will also benefit many soldiers who need our support.

47. Acts 2-4 - Should We Be Counting Converts?

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2022 32:31


Rethinking Scripture PodcastEpisode 47: Acts 2-4 - Should We Be Counting Converts? June 24, 2022 - Host: Dr. Gregory Hall Counting converts has become a common practice within modern church culture. But who are we counting? And why such a focus on the numbers. It may be partly due to the events recorded in Acts chapters 2-4, and today we'll look a little more closely at the numbers Luke recorded to see if he was counting converts, and telling us to do the same.Referenced Resources:Rethinking Rest Audiobook Beta Listener Program - https://rethinkingrest.com/audio-beta/Episode 40 -The Rethinking Conversion Project - https://rethinkingscripture.simplecast.com/episodes/the-rethinking-conversion-projectShow Music:Intro/Outro - "Growth" by Armani Delos SantosTransition Music - produced by Jacob A. HallPodcast Website:The All-America Listener Challenge Updates: https://rethinkingscripture.comMy New Podcast Studio... The Upper Room: https://rethinkingscripture.com/podcast-episodes/More information about The Homes and Help Initiative: https://rethinkingscripture.com/homes-help-initiative/Sister site: RethinkingRest.comRethinking Rest... the Book: Coming January of 2023!More information about the book: https://rethinkingrest.com/the-book/Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RethinkingScripture Twitter: @RethinkingStuffInstagram: Rethinking_ScriptureYouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6YCLg2UldJiA0dsg0KkvLAPowered and distributed by Simplecast.

46. Acts 2 - What Just Happened?

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2022 42:17


Rethinking Scripture PodcastEpisode 46: Acts 2 - What Just Happened? June 6, 2022 - Host: Dr. Gregory Hall I recoded this episode on June 5th, 2022… which was Pentecost Sunday. I was in "The Upper Room" (my recording studio) and we covered the "What" of Acts chapter 2. What exactly happened on that Pentecost Sunday in Acts 2? And what relationship does that event have with Paul's description of tongues in 1 Corinthians 12-14? Get your rethinking hats on… this one is going to be fun!Referenced Resources:Episode 38 -The Rethinking Babel Project Pt. 1 - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rethinking-scripture/id1525446196?i=1000554134341Episode 39 -The Rethinking Babel Project Pt. 2 - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rethinking-scripture/id1525446196?i=1000555662911Episode 40 -The Rethinking Babel Project Pt. 3 - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rethinking-scripture/id1525446196?i=1000556500227Episode 44 - Acts 2 -  The Day of Pentecost - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rethinking-scripture/id1525446196?i=1000564494641Show Music:Intro/Outro - "Growth" by Armani Delos SantosTransition Music - produced by Jacob A. HallPodcast Website:The All-America Listener Challenge Updates: https://rethinkingscripture.comMy New Podcast Studio... The Upper Room: https://rethinkingscripture.com/podcast-episodes/More information about The Homes and Help Initiative: https://rethinkingscripture.com/homes-help-initiative/Sister site: RethinkingRest.comRethinking Rest... the Book: Coming January of 2023!More information about the book: https://rethinkingrest.com/the-book/Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RethinkingScripture Twitter: @RethinkingStuffInstagram: Rethinking_ScriptureYouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6YCLg2UldJiA0dsg0KkvLAPowered and distributed by Simplecast.

45. The Homes and Help Initiative

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2022 10:00


Rethinking Scripture Podcast - Episode 45: The Homes and Help Initiative June 1, 2022 - Host: Dr. Gregory Hall In the regular episodes, we are making our way through the book of Acts. We'll get back to that study in the next episode. But this is a bonus episode where I take a little time to introduce you to something I've been working on behind the scenes, The Homes and Help Initiative. And don't worry... I'm not asking for any money! Referenced Resources:More information about The Homes and Help Initiative: https://rethinkingscripture.com/homes-help-initiative/The All-America Listener Challenge Updates: https://rethinkingscripture.comShow Music:Intro/Outro - "Growth" by Armani Delos SantosTransition Music - produced by Jacob A. HallPodcast Website:RethinkingScripture.comMy New Podcast Studio... The Upper Room: https://rethinkingscripture.com/podcast-episodes/Sister site: RethinkingRest.comRethinking Rest... the Book: Coming January of 2023!More information about the book: https://rethinkingrest.com/the-book/Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RethinkingScripture Twitter: @RethinkingStuffInstagram: Rethinking_ScriptureYouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6YCLg2UldJiA0dsg0KkvLAPowered and distributed by Simplecast.

44. Acts 2 - The Day of Pentecost

Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2022 27:01


Rethinking Scripture Podcast - Episode 44: Acts 2 - The Day of PentecostMay 18, 2022 - Host: Dr. Gregory Hall There's possibly no passage in Scripture that is more hotly debated than Acts chapter 2. Arguments abound over who, what, where, how, and why. In fact, just about the only thing people agree on is the when of this passage. These events happened when the day of Pentecost had come. And today we'll try and sort out the passage and bring clarity to these momentous events. Referenced Resources:The All-America Listener Challenge Updates: https://rethinkingscripture.com Show Music:Intro/Outro - "Growth" by Armani Delos SantosTransition Music - produced by Jacob A. HallPodcast Website:RethinkingScripture.comMy New Podcast Studio... The Upper Room: https://rethinkingscripture.com/podcast-episodes/Sister site: RethinkingRest.comRethinking Rest... the Book: Coming January of 2023!Rethinking Rest Website: https://rethinkingrest.com/the-book/Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RethinkingScripture Twitter: @RethinkingStuffInstagram: Rethinking_ScriptureYouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6YCLg2UldJiA0dsg0KkvLAPowered and distributed by Simplecast.

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