Risen Jesus

In this season finales to season 6 of the Risen Jesus Podcast, Mike Licona and Kurt Jaros discuss the evidence of the empty tomb, alternative theories to resurrection, and the timeline of Christ's crucifixion and resurrection.[0:00] Intro[1:19] Why the Empty Tomb is Important[2:08] Scholars who Object to the Empty Tomb[3:53] Alternatives to the Empty Tomb[7:10] Empty Tomb as Historical Bedrock[11:10] Guards Being Placed at the Tomb[15:22] The timeline for the Crucifixion and Resurrection [22:14] Viewer Question: What are your thoughts on Dr. Andrew Loke's work on the Resurrection? [23:09] Viewer Question: What do you think about historical critical method?Mike Licona is associate professor of theology at Houston Baptist University. HBU offers an accredited Master of Arts degree in apologetics that may be completed entirely online or on the HBU campus in Houston. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/2Wlej6Z. You can also earn a Master of Divinity degree that can be completed entirely online at https://bit.ly/3po5uEX.WEBSITE: https://www.risenjesus.comFACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/michael.r.li...TWITTER: https://twitter.com/michaelliconaBuy "The Case for the Resurrection of Jesus": https://amzn.to/38vTfNUBuy "The Resurrection of Jesus: A New Historiographical Approach": https://amzn.to/2NOOZkTBuy "Paul Meets Muhammad": https://amzn.to/2RdEFoBBuy "Why Are There Differences in the Gospels?": https://amzn.to/36dzc5CIf you like Mike's work, become a patron by visiting his new Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/RisenJesusMake a tax deductible contribution as allowed by law by going to Mike's secured web site: https://www.risenjesus.com/donate

James, the brother of Jesus, helps to provide to us with significant data regarding the ministry, death, and resurrection of Jesus. Dr. Licona unpacks several key passages in this episode relating to James.[0:00] Intro[0:40] Why James is Important[2:12] Mark 3:20-21 [5:59] Different Interpretations of Mark 3:20-21[9:43] John 7:1-5[12:12] John 15:18-19[13:16] John 19:26-27[17:25] A Note on James' Conversation[18:20] James as Historical Bedrock[21:30] Viewer Question: What do you think about Dale Allison's new book? How do you agree/disagree?[29:20] OutroMike Licona is associate professor of theology at Houston Baptist University. HBU offers an accredited Master of Arts degree in apologetics that may be completed entirely online or on the HBU campus in Houston. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/2Wlej6Z. You can also earn a Master of Divinity degree that can be completed entirely online at https://bit.ly/3po5uEX.WEBSITE: https://www.risenjesus.comFACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/michael.r.li...TWITTER: https://twitter.com/michaelliconaBuy "The Case for the Resurrection of Jesus": https://amzn.to/38vTfNUBuy "The Resurrection of Jesus: A New Historiographical Approach": https://amzn.to/2NOOZkTBuy "Paul Meets Muhammad": https://amzn.to/2RdEFoBBuy "Why Are There Differences in the Gospels?": https://amzn.to/36dzc5CIf you like Mike's work, become a patron by visiting his new Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/RisenJesusMake a tax deductible contribution as allowed by law by going to Mike's secured web site: https://www.risenjesus.com/donate

We conclude our mini-series on Paul's thoughts about the resurrection in his letters. Dr Licona walks us through letters that are undisputed writings of Paul, some that are disputed, and some more words that change meaning depending on who you talk to. Tune in![0:00] Intro[0:59] Philippians 3:21 [2:33] Disputed vs Undisputed Letters of Paul [4:43] Colossians 2:9[5:33] 2 Corinthians 5:1-3[14:20] 1 Corinthians 15:12-27[16:34] A Recap: Why is Paul so Important?[20:13] Viewer Question: Strongest Argument Against the Resurrection [24:16] OutroMike Licona is associate professor of theology at Houston Baptist University. HBU offers an accredited Master of Arts degree in apologetics that may be completed entirely online or on the HBU campus in Houston. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/2Wlej6Z. You can also earn a Master of Divinity degree that can be completed entirely online at https://bit.ly/3po5uEX.WEBSITE: https://www.risenjesus.comFACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/michael.r.li...TWITTER: https://twitter.com/michaelliconaBuy "The Case for the Resurrection of Jesus": https://amzn.to/38vTfNUBuy "The Resurrection of Jesus: A New Historiographical Approach": https://amzn.to/2NOOZkTBuy "Paul Meets Muhammad": https://amzn.to/2RdEFoBBuy "Why Are There Differences in the Gospels?": https://amzn.to/36dzc5CIf you like Mike's work, become a patron by visiting his new Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/RisenJesusMake a tax deductible contribution as allowed by law by going to Mike's secured web site: https://www.risenjesus.com/donate

We continue our discussion from the last episode by doing a word study on biblical writing concerning Paul's conversion story and his thoughts on the future resurrection. Did they differ from the teachings of Christianity at the time? Mike Licona guides us through the text on this issues.Mike Licona is associate professor of theology at Houston Baptist University. HBU offers an accredited Master of Arts degree in apologetics that may be completed entirely online or on the HBU campus in Houston. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/2Wlej6Z. You can also earn a Master of Divinity degree that can be completed entirely online at https://bit.ly/3po5uEX.WEBSITE: https://www.risenjesus.comFACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/michael.r.li...TWITTER: https://twitter.com/michaelliconaBuy "The Case for the Resurrection of Jesus": https://amzn.to/38vTfNUBuy "The Resurrection of Jesus: A New Historiographical Approach": https://amzn.to/2NOOZkTBuy "Paul Meets Muhammad": https://amzn.to/2RdEFoBBuy "Why Are There Differences in the Gospels?": https://amzn.to/36dzc5CIf you like Mike's work, become a patron by visiting his new Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/RisenJesusMake a tax deductible contribution as allowed by law by going to Mike's secured web site: https://www.risenjesus.com/donate

Paul's eyewitness account of Jesus provide us with some of the most compelling evidence within the historical bedrock. Dr. Licona unpacks these appearances from Paul's writings.[0:00] Intro[1:04] The Reasons Paul Relates to Historical Bedrock[5:13] Saul VS Paul[6:29] Paul as Eyewitness[9:45] Paul's Revelation[12:54] The Son Revealed IN Paul[15:43] “Last of all…he appeared also to me”[21:23] 2 Corinthians 4:6[24:05] 2 Corinthians 12:2-4[27:04] Viewer Question: What scripture is Paul referring to in the creed in 1 Corinthians 15?Mike Licona is associate professor of theology at Houston Baptist University. HBU offers an accredited Master of Arts degree in apologetics that may be completed entirely online or on the HBU campus in Houston. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/2Wlej6Z. You can also earn a Master of Divinity degree that can be completed entirely online at https://bit.ly/3po5uEX.WEBSITE: https://www.risenjesus.comFACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/michael.r.li...TWITTER: https://twitter.com/michaelliconaBuy "The Case for the Resurrection of Jesus": https://amzn.to/38vTfNUBuy "The Resurrection of Jesus: A New Historiographical Approach": https://amzn.to/2NOOZkTBuy "Paul Meets Muhammad": https://amzn.to/2RdEFoBBuy "Why Are There Differences in the Gospels?": https://amzn.to/36dzc5CIf you like Mike's work, become a patron by visiting his new Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/RisenJesusMake a tax deductible contribution as allowed by law by going to Mike's secured web site: https://www.risenjesus.com/donate

Christianity claims that Jesus Christ appeared after his death and resurrection to several parties. Dr. Licona explores the data set we have concerning that claim.[0:00] Intro[1:40] The Earliest Report of Christ's Postmortem Appearances[2:42] The Kind of Appearance Paul is Talking About[6:10] The Resurrection Appearances in Mark[9:19] The Gardner & the Women [13:44] The Emmaus Road Experience[16:07] Alternate Theory on Cleopas from the Emmaus Road[18:44] Those Who Doubted[23:00] Other Postmortem Appearances to the Disciples[28:24] The Eyewitnesses Claiming that Jesus Appeared to Them[30:19] OutroMike Licona is associate professor of theology at Houston Baptist University. HBU offers an accredited Master of Arts degree in apologetics that may be completed entirely online or on the HBU campus in Houston. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/2Wlej6Z. You can also earn a Master of Divinity degree that can be completed entirely online at https://bit.ly/3po5uEX.WEBSITE: https://www.risenjesus.comFACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/michael.r.li...TWITTER: https://twitter.com/michaelliconaBuy "The Case for the Resurrection of Jesus": https://amzn.to/38vTfNUBuy "The Resurrection of Jesus: A New Historiographical Approach": https://amzn.to/2NOOZkTBuy "Paul Meets Muhammad": https://amzn.to/2RdEFoBBuy "Why Are There Differences in the Gospels?": https://amzn.to/36dzc5CIf you like Mike's work, become a patron by visiting his new Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/RisenJesusMake a tax deductible contribution as allowed by law by going to Mike's secured web site: https://www.risenjesus.com/donate

In this episode, we take a look at one of the most certain facts in history - the crucifixion of Jesus of Nazareth. What evidence do we have to support this claim? Dr. Licona explains.[0:00] Intro[1:53] The Data for the Crucifixion of Jesus[7:40] Objection: Non-Christian sources simply used the Christian sources[10:32] The Sources on the Crucifixion of Jesus are Early[12:40] Paul's Letters on Jesus's Death[16:29] The Passion Narratives[22:09] On the Probability of Jesus not Dying from the Crucifixion[27:22 ] OutroMike Licona is associate professor of theology at Houston Baptist University. HBU offers an accredited Master of Arts degree in apologetics that may be completed entirely online or on the HBU campus in Houston. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/2Wlej6Z. You can also earn a Master of Divinity degree that can be completed entirely online at https://bit.ly/3po5uEX.WEBSITE: https://www.risenjesus.comFACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/michael.r.li...TWITTER: https://twitter.com/michaelliconaBuy "The Case for the Resurrection of Jesus": https://amzn.to/38vTfNUBuy "The Resurrection of Jesus: A New Historiographical Approach": https://amzn.to/2NOOZkTBuy "Paul Meets Muhammad": https://amzn.to/2RdEFoBBuy "Why Are There Differences in the Gospels?": https://amzn.to/36dzc5CIf you like Mike's work, become a patron by visiting his new Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/RisenJesusMake a tax deductible contribution as allowed by law by going to Mike's secured web site: https://www.risenjesus.com/donate

Jesus's predictions of his own death and resurrection are of great interest to scholars and debated among them. Is it reasonable to infer that Jesus did, indeed, predict his fate or is it something that was fabricated later? Dr. Licona unpacks these claims. [0:00] Intro[1:03] Jesus Predicting his Death and Resurrection[3:18] Mark 8:30 & Mark 9:31[7:14] Examples of Jewish Martyr Literature[11:10] Contrast between Martyr Literature and Jesus' Death[12:55] Objection: Jesus' predictive powers are not believable[15:26] Objection: The church fabricated the predictions to avoid embarrassment[18:29] Objection: The disciples didn't anticipate Jesus' resurrection[22:54] Viewer Question: How do we treat the writings on Jesus that we don't have? Does this hurt your case?[27:20] OutroMike Licona is associate professor of theology at Houston Baptist University. HBU offers an accredited Master of Arts degree in apologetics that may be completed entirely online or on the HBU campus in Houston. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/2Wlej6Z. You can also earn a Master of Divinity degree that can be completed entirely online at https://bit.ly/3po5uEX.WEBSITE: https://www.risenjesus.comFACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/michael.r.li...TWITTER: https://twitter.com/michaelliconaBuy "The Case for the Resurrection of Jesus": https://amzn.to/38vTfNUBuy "The Resurrection of Jesus: A New Historiographical Approach": https://amzn.to/2NOOZkTBuy "Paul Meets Muhammad": https://amzn.to/2RdEFoBBuy "Why Are There Differences in the Gospels?": https://amzn.to/36dzc5CIf you like Mike's work, become a patron by visiting his new Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/RisenJesusMake a tax deductible contribution as allowed by law by going to Mike's secured web site: https://www.risenjesus.com/donate

What does it mean that Jesus believed he was God's eschatological agent? What do people have to say about his identity as a miracle worker or exorcist? Are these ideas connected? Find about these things and more as Dr. Licona unpacks these topics in this episode.[0:00] Intro[0:55] Eschatological Definition[1:45] Josephus on Jesus as a Miracle Worker and Exorcist [4:09] The Dating of Mark[5:54] Multiple Sources on Jesus as a Miracle Worker[8:48] On the Message Being Diluted with Time[14:08] The Relevancy of Jesus as a Miracle Worker[15:53] Jesus as an Eschatological Agent[20:45] OutroMike Licona is associate professor of theology at Houston Baptist University. HBU offers an accredited Master of Arts degree in apologetics that may be completed entirely online or on the HBU campus in Houston. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/2Wlej6Z. You can also earn a Master of Divinity degree that can be completed entirely online at https://bit.ly/3po5uEX.WEBSITE: https://www.risenjesus.comFACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/michael.r.li...TWITTER: https://twitter.com/michaelliconaBuy "The Case for the Resurrection of Jesus": https://amzn.to/38vTfNUBuy "The Resurrection of Jesus: A New Historiographical Approach": https://amzn.to/2NOOZkTBuy "Paul Meets Muhammad": https://amzn.to/2RdEFoBBuy "Why Are There Differences in the Gospels?": https://amzn.to/36dzc5CIf you like Mike's work, become a patron by visiting his new Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/RisenJesusMake a tax deductible contribution as allowed by law by going to Mike's secured web site: https://www.risenjesus.com/donate

Welcome to beginning of season six of the Risen Jesus Podcast! We'll be spending the season unpacking the chapter from Dr Licona's book on Historical Bedrock. Join us for this introduction to the topic. [0:00] Intro[2:14] Historical Bedrock[6:21] Using Consensus to evaluate Data[7:53] Making a Case for Historical Reliability with Individual Elements in the Text[11:49] Origin of the Terms “Bedrock” and “Minimal Facts”[16:02] A Minimal Amount of Minimal Facts[17:35] Building Upon Minimal Facts with other Evidence[18:50] A Preview of Issues to Historical Bedrock[21:41] OutroMike Licona is associate professor of theology at Houston Baptist University. HBU offers an accredited Master of Arts degree in apologetics that may be completed entirely online or on the HBU campus in Houston. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/2Wlej6Z. You can also earn a Master of Divinity degree that can be completed entirely online at https://bit.ly/3po5uEX.WEBSITE: https://www.risenjesus.comFACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/michael.r.li...TWITTER: https://twitter.com/michaelliconaBuy "The Case for the Resurrection of Jesus": https://amzn.to/38vTfNUBuy "The Resurrection of Jesus: A New Historiographical Approach": https://amzn.to/2NOOZkTBuy "Paul Meets Muhammad": https://amzn.to/2RdEFoBBuy "Why Are There Differences in the Gospels?": https://amzn.to/36dzc5CIf you like Mike's work, become a patron by visiting his new Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/RisenJesusMake a tax deductible contribution as allowed by law by going to Mike's secured web site: https://www.risenjesus.com/donate

Welcome to the Finale of Season 5. In this episode, Mike recaps this season and specifically the heart behind his investigative method. He has a word for apologists who plan to appeal to the Gospels and also discusses what is next on his professional schedule.Mike Licona is associate professor of theology at Houston Baptist University. HBU offers a fully accredited Master of Arts degree in Christian Apologetics that can be completed entirely online or on the HBU campus in Houston. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/2Wlej6Z.WEBSITE: https://www.risenjesus.comFACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/michael.r.li...TWITTER: https://twitter.com/michaelliconaBuy "The Case for the Resurrection of Jesus": https://amzn.to/38vTfNUBuy "The Resurrection of Jesus: A New Historiographical Approach": https://amzn.to/2NOOZkTBuy "Paul Meets Muhammad": https://amzn.to/2RdEFoBBuy "Why Are There Differences in the Gospels?": https://amzn.to/36dzc5CDONATE: If you enjoy the RJ Podcast and want to keep the content coming, please join our team of supporters at http://bit.ly/SupportRisenJesus. You may also become a patron by going to https://www.patreon.com/risenjesus.

We continue our discussion on Non-canonical Christian sources.Mike Licona is associate professor of theology at Houston Baptist University. HBU offers a fully accredited Master of Arts degree in Christian Apologetics that can be completed entirely online or on the HBU campus in Houston. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/2Wlej6Z.WEBSITE: https://www.risenjesus.comFACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/michael.r.li...TWITTER: https://twitter.com/michaelliconaBuy "The Case for the Resurrection of Jesus": https://amzn.to/38vTfNUBuy "The Resurrection of Jesus: A New Historiographical Approach": https://amzn.to/2NOOZkTBuy "Paul Meets Muhammad": https://amzn.to/2RdEFoBBuy "Why Are There Differences in the Gospels?": https://amzn.to/36dzc5CDONATE: If you enjoy the RJ Podcast and want to keep the content coming, please join our team of supporters at http://bit.ly/SupportRisenJesus. You may also become a patron by going to https://www.patreon.com/risenjesus.

Join us as we explore some apocryphal books in the Christian community and their evidential bearing on the resurrection of Jesus.Mike Licona is associate professor of theology at Houston Baptist University. HBU offers a fully accredited Master of Arts degree in Christian Apologetics that can be completed entirely online or on the HBU campus in Houston. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/2Wlej6Z.WEBSITE: https://www.risenjesus.comFACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/michael.r.li...TWITTER: https://twitter.com/michaelliconaBuy "The Case for the Resurrection of Jesus": https://amzn.to/38vTfNUBuy "The Resurrection of Jesus: A New Historiographical Approach": https://amzn.to/2NOOZkTBuy "Paul Meets Muhammad": https://amzn.to/2RdEFoBBuy "Why Are There Differences in the Gospels?": https://amzn.to/36dzc5CDONATE: If you enjoy the RJ Podcast and want to keep the content coming, please join our team of supporters at http://bit.ly/SupportRisenJesus. You may also become a patron by going to https://www.patreon.com/risenjesus.

Several early church fathers wrote on the Resurrection of Christ. What can we learn from these apostolic fathers? Are their writings reliable?Mike Licona is associate professor of theology at Houston Baptist University. HBU offers a fully accredited Master of Arts degree in Christian Apologetics that can be completed entirely online or on the HBU campus in Houston. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/2Wlej6Z.WEBSITE: https://www.risenjesus.comFACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/michael.r.li...TWITTER: https://twitter.com/michaelliconaBuy "The Case for the Resurrection of Jesus": https://amzn.to/38vTfNUBuy "The Resurrection of Jesus: A New Historiographical Approach": https://amzn.to/2NOOZkTBuy "Paul Meets Muhammad": https://amzn.to/2RdEFoBBuy "Why Are There Differences in the Gospels?": https://amzn.to/36dzc5CDONATE: If you enjoy the RJ Podcast and want to keep the content coming, please join our team of supporters at http://bit.ly/SupportRisenJesus. You may also become a patron by going to https://www.patreon.com/risenjesus.

What do historical sources outside of the Christian community have to say about the resurrection? We'll walk through several ancient historians and their writings. Mike Licona is associate professor of theology at Houston Baptist University. HBU offers a fully accredited Master of Arts degree in Christian Apologetics that can be completed entirely online or on the HBU campus in Houston. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/2Wlej6Z.WEBSITE: https://www.risenjesus.comFACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/michael.r.li...TWITTER: https://twitter.com/michaelliconaBuy "The Case for the Resurrection of Jesus": https://amzn.to/38vTfNUBuy "The Resurrection of Jesus: A New Historiographical Approach": https://amzn.to/2NOOZkTBuy "Paul Meets Muhammad": https://amzn.to/2RdEFoBBuy "Why Are There Differences in the Gospels?": https://amzn.to/36dzc5CDONATE: If you enjoy the RJ Podcast and want to keep the content coming, please join our team of supporters at http://bit.ly/SupportRisenJesus. You may also become a patron by going to https://www.patreon.com/risenjesus.

We continue our dive into the oral formulas of the early Church that have been preserved in scripture.Mike Licona is associate professor of theology at Houston Baptist University. HBU offers a fully accredited Master of Arts degree in Christian Apologetics that can be completed entirely online or on the HBU campus in Houston. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/2Wlej6Z.WEBSITE: https://www.risenjesus.comFACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/michael.r.li...TWITTER: https://twitter.com/michaelliconaBuy "The Case for the Resurrection of Jesus": https://amzn.to/38vTfNUBuy "The Resurrection of Jesus: A New Historiographical Approach": https://amzn.to/2NOOZkTBuy "Paul Meets Muhammad": https://amzn.to/2RdEFoBBuy "Why Are There Differences in the Gospels?": https://amzn.to/36dzc5CDONATE: If you enjoy the RJ Podcast and want to keep the content coming, please join our team of supporters at http://bit.ly/SupportRisenJesus. You may also become a patron by going to https://www.patreon.com/risenjesus.

What traditions and sources do we have for our faith from before the penning of the Gospels? In this episode, we discuss the early Christian community and some of the sources they provided.Mike Licona is associate professor of theology at Houston Baptist University. HBU offers a fully accredited Master of Arts degree in Christian Apologetics that can be completed entirely online or on the HBU campus in Houston. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/2Wlej6Z.WEBSITE: https://www.risenjesus.comFACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/michael.r.li...TWITTER: https://twitter.com/michaelliconaBuy "The Case for the Resurrection of Jesus": https://amzn.to/38vTfNUBuy "The Resurrection of Jesus: A New Historiographical Approach": https://amzn.to/2NOOZkTBuy "Paul Meets Muhammad": https://amzn.to/2RdEFoBBuy "Why Are There Differences in the Gospels?": https://amzn.to/36dzc5CDONATE: If you enjoy the RJ Podcast and want to keep the content coming, please join our team of supporters at http://bit.ly/SupportRisenJesus. You may also become a patron by going to https://www.patreon.com/risenjesus.

In this episode, we explore the testimony, conversion, and letters of Paul of Tarsus as historical sources. Mike Licona is associate professor of theology at Houston Baptist University. HBU offers a fully accredited Master of Arts degree in Christian Apologetics that can be completed entirely online or on the HBU campus in Houston. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/2Wlej6Z.WEBSITE: https://www.risenjesus.comFACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/michael.r.li...TWITTER: https://twitter.com/michaelliconaBuy "The Case for the Resurrection of Jesus": https://amzn.to/38vTfNUBuy "The Resurrection of Jesus: A New Historiographical Approach": https://amzn.to/2NOOZkTBuy "Paul Meets Muhammad": https://amzn.to/2RdEFoBBuy "Why Are There Differences in the Gospels?": https://amzn.to/36dzc5CDONATE: If you enjoy the RJ Podcast and want to keep the content coming, please join our team of supporters at http://bit.ly/SupportRisenJesus. You may also become a patron by going to https://www.patreon.com/risenjesus.

Welcome to Season 5 Episode 2! In this season, we are diving into the historical sources pertaining to the resurrection of Jesus and discussing how probable or helpful some of them are. In this episode, we discuss the reliability of the Canonical Gospels as historical sources for the resurrection of Jesus.Mike Licona is associate professor of theology at Houston Baptist University. HBU offers a fully accredited Master of Arts degree in Christian Apologetics that can be completed entirely online or on the HBU campus in Houston. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/2Wlej6Z.WEBSITE: https://www.risenjesus.comFACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/michael.r.li...TWITTER: https://twitter.com/michaelliconaBuy "The Case for the Resurrection of Jesus": https://amzn.to/38vTfNUBuy "The Resurrection of Jesus: A New Historiographical Approach": https://amzn.to/2NOOZkTBuy "Paul Meets Muhammad": https://amzn.to/2RdEFoBBuy "Why Are There Differences in the Gospels?": https://amzn.to/36dzc5CDONATE: If you enjoy the RJ Podcast and want to keep the content coming, please join our team of supporters at http://bit.ly/SupportRisenJesus. You may also become a patron by going to https://www.patreon.com/risenjesus.

Welcome to Season 5! In this season, we'll be diving into the historical sources pertaining to the resurrection of Jesus and discussing how probable or helpful some of them are. Mike Licona is associate professor of theology at Houston Baptist University. HBU offers a fully accredited Master of Arts degree in Christian Apologetics that can be completed entirely online or on the HBU campus in Houston. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/2Wlej6Z.WEBSITE: https://www.risenjesus.comFACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/michael.r.li...TWITTER: https://twitter.com/michaelliconaBuy "The Case for the Resurrection of Jesus": https://amzn.to/38vTfNUBuy "The Resurrection of Jesus: A New Historiographical Approach": https://amzn.to/2NOOZkTBuy "Paul Meets Muhammad": https://amzn.to/2RdEFoBBuy "Why Are There Differences in the Gospels?": https://amzn.to/36dzc5CDONATE: If you enjoy the RJ Podcast and want to keep the content coming, please join our team of supporters at http://bit.ly/SupportRisenJesus. You may also become a patron by going to https://www.patreon.com/risenjesus.

Is there a greater BURDEN OF PROOF for MIRACLE CLAIMS? Do extraordinary claims require extraordinary evidence? In the final episode of this season of the Risen Jesus Podcast, Dr. Licona addresses these questions.Mike Licona is associate professor of theology at Houston Baptist University. HBU offers a fully accredited Master of Arts degree in apologetics that may be completed entirely online or on the HBU campus in Houston. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/2Wlej6Z.WEBSITE: https://www.risenjesus.comFACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/michael.r.li...TWITTER: https://twitter.com/michaelliconaBuy "The Case for the Resurrection of Jesus": https://amzn.to/38vTfNUBuy "The Resurrection of Jesus: A New Historiographical Approach": https://amzn.to/2NOOZkTBuy "Paul Meets Muhammad": https://amzn.to/2RdEFoBBuy "Why Are There Differences in the Gospels?": https://amzn.to/36dzc5CDONATE: If you enjoy Dr. Licona's channel and want to keep the content coming, please join our team of supporters at http://bit.ly/SupportRisenJesus#burdenofproof #miracles #carlsagan

In this episode of the Risen Jesus Podcast, Dr. Licona and Kurt discuss the contentions of New Testament scholars James DG Dunn and AJM Wedderburn that historians cannot investigate miracle claims. Dr. Licona discusses why he thinks Dunn and Wedderburn are mistaken.Mike Licona is associate professor of theology at Houston Baptist University. HBU offers a fully accredited Master of Arts degree in apologetics that may be completed entirely online or on the HBU campus in Houston. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/2Wlej6Z.WEBSITE: https://www.risenjesus.comFACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/michael.r.li...TWITTER: https://twitter.com/michaelliconaBuy "The Case for the Resurrection of Jesus": https://amzn.to/38vTfNUBuy "The Resurrection of Jesus: A New Historiographical Approach": https://amzn.to/2NOOZkTBuy "Paul Meets Muhammad": https://amzn.to/2RdEFoBBuy "Why Are There Differences in the Gospels?": https://amzn.to/36dzc5CDONATE: If you enjoy the RJ Podcast and want to keep the content coming, please join our team of supporters at http://bit.ly/SupportRisenJesus#historiansandmiracles #jamesdgdunn #ajmwedderburn #mikelicona

In this episode Dr Licona continues his discussion on Dr. Bart Ehrman and what he has to say about the nature of miracles. The Risen Jesus podcast with Dr. Mike Licona equips people to have a deeper understanding of the Gospel, history, and New Testament studies. The program is hosted by Dr. Kurt Jaros and produced in partnership with Defenders Media.WEBSITE: https://www.risenjesus.comFACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/michael.r.li...TWITTER: https://twitter.com/michaelliconaBuy "The Case for the Resurrection of Jesus": https://amzn.to/38vTfNUBuy "The Resurrection of Jesus: A New Historiographical Approach": https://amzn.to/2NOOZkTBuy "Paul Meets Muhammad": https://amzn.to/2RdEFoBBuy "Why Are There Differences in the Gospels?": https://amzn.to/36dzc5CDONATE: If you enjoy the RJ Podcast and want to keep the content coming, please join our team of supporters at http://bit.ly/SupportRisenJesus

In this episode Dr Licona discusses his relationship with Dr. Bart Ehrman and what he has to say about the nature of miracles. The Risen Jesus podcast with Dr. Mike Licona equips people to have a deeper understanding of the Gospel, history, and New Testament studies. The program is hosted by Dr. Kurt Jaros and produced in partnership with Defenders Media.WEBSITE: https://www.risenjesus.comFACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/michael.r.li...TWITTER: https://twitter.com/michaelliconaBuy "The Case for the Resurrection of Jesus": https://amzn.to/38vTfNUBuy "The Resurrection of Jesus: A New Historiographical Approach": https://amzn.to/2NOOZkTBuy "Paul Meets Muhammad": https://amzn.to/2RdEFoBBuy "Why Are There Differences in the Gospels?": https://amzn.to/36dzc5CDONATE: If you enjoy the RJ Podcast and want to keep the content coming, please join our team of supporters at http://bit.ly/SupportRisenJesus

Can we say that miracles happened theologically but not know it historically? In this episode Dr. Licona looks at John P. Meier’s claims about miracles and history.The Risen Jesus podcast with Dr. Mike Licona equips people to have a deeper understanding of the Gospel, history, and New Testament studies. The program is hosted by Dr. Kurt Jaros and produced in partnership with Defenders Media.WEBSITE: https://www.risenjesus.comFACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/michael.r.li...TWITTER: https://twitter.com/michaelliconaBuy "The Case for the Resurrection of Jesus": https://amzn.to/38vTfNUBuy "The Resurrection of Jesus: A New Historiographical Approach": https://amzn.to/2NOOZkTBuy "Paul Meets Muhammad": https://amzn.to/2RdEFoBBuy "Why Are There Differences in the Gospels?": https://amzn.to/36dzc5CDONATE: If you enjoy the RJ Podcast and want to keep the content coming, please join our team of supporters at http://bit.ly/SupportRisenJesus

C. B. McCullagh is a big name in historical method. What did he think about miracle claims? Listen in as Dr. Licona explains.The Risen Jesus podcast with Dr. Mike Licona equips people to have a deeper understanding of the Gospel, history, and New Testament studies. The program is hosted by Dr. Kurt Jaros and produced in partnership with Defenders Media.WEBSITE: https://www.risenjesus.comFACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/michael.r.li...TWITTER: https://twitter.com/michaelliconaBuy "The Case for the Resurrection of Jesus": https://amzn.to/38vTfNUBuy "The Resurrection of Jesus: A New Historiographical Approach": https://amzn.to/2NOOZkTBuy "Paul Meets Muhammad": https://amzn.to/2RdEFoBBuy "Why Are There Differences in the Gospels?": https://amzn.to/36dzc5CDONATE: If you enjoy the RJ Podcast and want to keep the content coming, please join our team of supporters at http://bit.ly/SupportRisenJesus

Are Hume’s objections to miracle claims valid? Listen in as Dr. Licona deconstructs Hume’s naturalistic framework.The Risen Jesus podcast with Dr. Mike Licona equips people to have a deeper understanding of the Gospel, history, and New Testament studies. The program is hosted by Dr. Kurt Jaros and produced in partnership with Defenders Media.website | https://www.risenjesus.comfacebook | http://www.fb.me/michael.r.licona/twitter | http://www.twitter.com/michaelliconaDonate: If you enjoy the RJ Podcast and want to keep the content coming, please join our team of supporters at http://bit.ly/SupportRisenJesus

In the introductory episode of season 4, Dr. Mike Licona lays out various definitions and instances of what a miracle could be and addresses whether or not historians are allowed to investigate miracle claims.The Risen Jesus podcast with Dr. Mike Licona equips people to have a deeper understanding of the Gospel, history, and New Testament studies. The program is hosted by Dr. Kurt Jaros and produced in partnership with Defenders Media.website | http://risenjesus.comfacebook | http://www.fb.me/michael.r.licona/twitter | http://www.twitter.com/michaelliconaDonate: If you enjoy the RJ Podcast and want to keep the content coming, please join our team of supporters at http://bit.ly/SupportRisenJesus

Dr. Mike Licona and Kurt Jaros review the topics covered in season 3 as well as come of Mike's personal confessions and reflections after finishing his book, "The Resurrection of Jesus: A New Historiographical Approach."The Risen Jesus podcast with Dr. Mike Licona equips people to have a deeper understanding of the Gospel, history, and New Testament studies. The program is hosted by Kurt Jaros and produced in partnership with Defenders Media.website | http://risenjesus.comfacebook | http://www.fb.me/michael.r.licona/twitter | http://www.twitter.com/michaelliconaDonate: If you enjoy the RJ Podcast and want to keep the content coming, please join our team of supporters at http://bit.ly/SupportRisenJesus

Postmodernism presents many ideas that clash with the practice of studying history. Dr Licona discusses how one with a postmodernist perspective might view historical fact and research. What are the shortcomings and benefits of this type of worldview?The Risen Jesus podcast with Dr. Mike Licona equips people to have a deeper understanding of the Gospel, history, and New Testament studies. The program is hosted by Kurt Jaros and produced in partnership with Defenders Media.website | http://risenjesus.comfacebook | http://www.fb.me/michael.r.licona/twitter | http://www.twitter.com/michaelliconaDonate: If you enjoy the RJ Podcast and want to keep the content coming, please join our team of supporters at http://bit.ly/SupportRisenJesus

When discussing a candidate for "best explanation" there are several factors we should take into consideration (explanatory scope, plausibility, etc). Dr. Licona discusses what the various criteria are for arguments to the best explanation and how they apply to the resurrection.The Risen Jesus podcast with Dr. Mike Licona equips people to have a deeper understanding of the Gospel, history, and New Testament studies. The program is hosted by Kurt Jaros and produced in partnership with Defenders Media.website | http://risenjesus.comfacebook | http://www.fb.me/michael.r.licona/twitter | http://www.twitter.com/michaelliconaDonate: If you enjoy the RJ Podcast and want to keep the content coming, please join our team of supporters at http://bit.ly/SupportRisenJesus

In this episode, Dr. Licona discusses various ways we can approach ancient texts when studying history. Is history classified as "science"? How does probability factor into our view of history?The Risen Jesus podcast with Dr. Mike Licona equips people to have a deeper understanding of the Gospel, history, and New Testament studies. The program is hosted by Kurt Jaros and produced in partnership with Defenders Media.[0:00] Intro[0:44] How to Approach a Text[6:06] Neutrality Toward Text[8:06] Methodological Credulity[10:07] Other Historical Claims of Divinity[12:07] History as a Science[15:47] Arguments from Statistical Inference [16:49] Bayes’ Theorem [20:17] Viewer Question: Matthew’s Little Apocalypse [24:01] Outrowebsite | http://risenjesus.comfacebook | http://www.fb.me/michael.r.licona/twitter | http://www.twitter.com/michaelliconaDonate: If you enjoy the RJ Podcast and want to keep the content coming, please join our team of supporters at http://bit.ly/SupportRisenJesus

How much certainty is required to believe a fact? What is a fact? Can we have absolute certainty? Dr. Licona explains how to navigate the spectrum of certainty and how it applies to history. The Risen Jesus podcast with Dr. Mike Licona equips people to have a deeper understanding of the Gospel, history, and New Testament studies. The program is hosted by Kurt Jaros and produced in partnership with Defenders Media.website | http://risenjesus.comfacebook | http://www.fb.me/michael.r.licona/twitter | http://www.twitter.com/michaellicona

While it's important for us to understand our horizons, the next step is learning how to detach from them. Dr. Licona walks through the methodology of doing history apart from our biases and what it means to reach "historical consensus".The Risen Jesus podcast with Dr. Mike Licona equips people to have a deeper understanding of the Gospel, history, and New Testament studies. The program is hosted by Kurt Jaros and produced in partnership with Defenders Media.website | http://risenjesus.comfacebook | http://www.fb.me/michael.r.licona/twitter | http://www.twitter.com/michaellicona

According to Dr. Licona we all look at the world through the lens of "horizons" - even the best historians. What are horizons? Does it affect the way we practice history and view texts like the Bible?The Risen Jesus podcast with Dr. Mike Licona equips people to have a deeper understanding of the Gospel, history, and New Testament studies. The program is hosted by Kurt Jaros and produced in partnership with Defenders Media.website | http://risenjesus.comfacebook | http://www.fb.me/michael.r.licona/twitter | http://www.twitter.com/michaellicona

In the season 3 premiere, Dr. Mike Licona addresses the concepts of History from his book, "The Resurrection of Jesus: A New Historiographical Approach". What is History exactly? Who do we trust? Why should we care about history when it comes to the Christian faith? Tune in!The Risen Jesus podcast with Dr. Mike Licona equips people to have a deeper understanding of the Gospel, history, and New Testament studies. The program is hosted by Kurt Jaros and produced in partnership with Defenders Media.website | http://risenjesus.comfacebook | http://www.fb.me/michael.r.licona/twitter | http://www.twitter.com/michaellicona

Mike Licona closes out season 2 by discussing important topics that the Synoptic Gospels impact; including inspiration, inerrancy, and undesigned coincidences. The Risen Jesus podcast with Dr. Mike Licona equips people to have a deeper understanding of the Gospel, history, and New Testament studies. The program is hosted by Kurt Jaros and produced in partnership with Defenders Media.website | http://risenjesus.comfacebook | http://www.fb.me/michael.r.licona/twitter | http://www.twitter.com/michaellicona

What is "Q"? Is it a common source of the gospels? It's own gospel? How should we view the other gospels in light of Q? On this episode, Dr. Licona discusses the Q source, it's content, and alternative hypotheses. The Risen Jesus podcast with Dr. Mike Licona equips people to have a deeper understanding of the Gospel, history, and New Testament studies. The program is hosted by Kurt Jaros and produced in partnership with Defenders Media.website | http://risenjesus.comfacebook | http://www.fb.me/michael.r.licona/twitter | http://www.twitter.com/michaellicona

In a followup to the previous episode's topic, Mike Licona discusses Markan Priority (the counterpoint to Matthean Priority). Why is Markan Priority the prevalent view among scholars and what evidence is there to support this?The Risen Jesus podcast with Dr. Mike Licona equips people to have a deeper understanding of the Gospel, history, and New Testament studies. The program is hosted by Kurt Jaros and produced in partnership with Defenders Media.website | http://risenjesus.comfacebook | http://www.fb.me/michael.r.licona/twitter | http://www.twitter.com/michaellicona

In this episode, Dr. Licona explores the idea of Matthean Priority (the hypothesis that the gospel of Matthew was written first). Who holds this hypothesis and what does it mean for other views on the gospel?The Risen Jesus podcast with Dr. Mike Licona equips people to have a deeper understanding of the Gospel, history, and New Testament studies. The program is hosted by Kurt Jaros and produced in partnership with Defenders Media.website | http://risenjesus.comfacebook | http://www.fb.me/michael.r.licona/twitter | http://www.twitter.com/michaellicona

In this episode, Dr. Licona continues discussing some of the observations we see from looking at the writing style of the synoptic gospels (such as editorial fatigue and parenthetical remarks) and how these things suggest a relationship between them.The Risen Jesus podcast with Dr. Mike Licona equips people to have a deeper understanding of the Gospel, history, and New Testament studies. The program is hosted by Kurt Jaros and produced in partnership with Defenders Media.website | http://risenjesus.comfacebook | http://www.fb.me/michael.r.licona/twitter | http://www.twitter.com/michaellicona

In this episode, Dr. Licona discuses some of the inferences one can make from looking at the writing style of the synoptic gospels. What types of observations are there to suggest a relationship between them?The Risen Jesus podcast with Dr. Mike Licona equips people to have a deeper understanding of the Gospel, history, and New Testament studies. The program is hosted by Kurt Jaros and produced in partnership with Defenders Media.website | http://risenjesus.comfacebook | http://www.fb.me/michael.r.licona/twitter | http://www.twitter.com/michaellicona

At the beginning of season 2, we talk with Dr. Licona about the relationship between Matthew, Mark, and Luke - also known as the synoptic gospels. What's the best way for us to view the differences between these three perspectives?The Risen Jesus podcast with Dr. Mike Licona equips people to have a deeper understanding of the Gospel, history, and New Testament studies. The program is hosted by Kurt Jaros and produced in partnership with Defenders Media.website | http://risenjesus.comfacebook | http://www.fb.me/michael.r.licona/twitter | http://www.twitter.com/michaellicona

In the Season 1 Finale, Mike gives his advice to new apologists. Listen for helpful tips, perhaps most importantly having a spirit of humility. Season 2 kicks off in February 2019, so stay tuned!

Did you know that Mike led a small group which was integral in Nabeel Qureshi’s conversion? David Wood was a part of that group, too. Get the details on the Dream Team in this episode.

Mike says he wouldn't be where he is in his studies and public speaking without the help of mentors. Listen to Mike as he details his experience and explains the importance of mentoring.

Mike is one of the few Christian apologists who debates non-Christians. Why does he do it, how does he prepare, and what are his goals in debating? Be sure to subscribe to catch every episode of the podcast.

Why do some Christians throw shade on Christian apologetics? Listen to Dr. Licona discuss some of the ways the Bible addresses apologetics and why every person should be prepared to give a answer for the hope within (1 Peter 3:15). Be sure to subscribe to catch every episode of the podcast.

Mike is a second-guesser. Doubt is a part of his story. How does he overcome it? Listen to our third episode. Be sure to subscribe to catch every episode of the podcast.

Mike has given talks on a variety of apologetic issues, but he's a true scholar of history and the Gospels. Be sure to subscribe to catch every episode of the podcast.

In the inaugural episode of the Risen Jesus podcast, Kurt Jaros asks Mike about his upbringing, educational background, and more!