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Reverend Dr. James Voelz joins us for a riveting exploration of reformation within the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod and the broader Christian community. Ever thought about how the gospel remains relevant in today's fast-paced world? Dr. Voelz shares fascinating insights from his experiences at both Missouri Synod seminaries, underscoring the critical role of engaging laypeople in deep theological conversations. We promise you'll gain a fresh perspective on why Bible study is not just a church activity but a transformative force that can invigorate both congregations and individual faith journeys.Uncover the untapped potential of Bible study as we recount an uplifting story of how a couple's curiosity led to six new members joining a church community. This episode reveals Bible study as more than just learning; it's a dynamic platform for laypeople to discover their teaching gifts and contribute significantly to spreading the Gospel. Reverend Dr. Voelz advocates for pastors adopting a dialogical approach, where meaningful engagement with congregants on pressing issues strengthens the bond between scripture, pastors, and the community.We also venture into the intriguing world of seminary education, dissecting the debate over the ending of the Gospel of Mark. Dr. Voelz navigates through the complexities of manuscript evidence and scholarly perspectives, offering a balanced view of traditional and modern theological education. Explore how technological advances impact seminary students' text engagement and the necessity of structured hermeneutics courses. Engage with these thought-provoking discussions about pastoral formation, the implications of the Mark 16:16 passage, and how these debates shape baptismal liturgy and the faith practices of today.Support the showWatch Us On Youtube!
Guest Rev. Dr. James Voelz joins host Elizabeth Pittman on the first episode of season 5 of The Concordia Publishing House Podcast. Dr. Voelz is the author of two volumes of the Concordia Commentary series on the Gospel of Mark. During the episode, Dr. Voelz shares an overview of Mark as well as some of the linguistic themes and the grammatical ideas that make Mark unique. Get a copy of each of Dr. Voelz's Concordia Commentary editions on Mark by visiting cph.org. Show NotesUnpack the richness of the Law and Gospel of Mark during this episode with guest Rev. Dr. James Voelz. Listen now as Dr. Voelz dives into the unique Gospel of Mark and uncovers the relationship between Mark and the other Gospels. Listeners will get an overview of the book itself, insight into how Mark is written, the speed at which this Gospel is written, what stories are covered, and a look into linguistic themes throughout the chapters. Questions- How was your time at the Society of Biblical Literature and how were your Commentaries received there?- Let's talk about Mark as a Gospel and its significance. Give us an overview of this Gospel. - How is it different than the other Gospel accounts?- Talk about your oral presentation of Mark and your part in memorizing this Gospel. About the GuestRev. Dr. James Voelz is the Dr. Jack Dean Kingsbury Professor of New Testament Theology at Concordia Seminary, St. Louis. A faculty member since 1989, he is a graduate professor of Exegetical Theology. He has also served as chair of the Department of Exegetical Theology (2013–15), dean of the faculty (2006–10) and dean of the Graduate School (1996–2002).
Doth Protest Too Much: A Protestant Historical-Theology Podcast
We really wanted to name the episode something like "A God Full of Sin". But you can listen to what one of these four profound theologians says on that. Friends Rev's. Charlie Lehmann and James Rickenbaker join this episode to discuss more of their favorite theologians. Charlie talks about James Voelz and Norman Nagel (both of whom he also had as teachers!). James talks about Michael Horton. Andrew talks about Athanasius. We had an absolutely amazing talk. You are in for a treat. Shownotes: The textbook that Charlie mentions from James Voelz is What Does This Mean? Link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003AYZBWK/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8&btkr=1 James's recommended these books by Michael Horton: Christless Christianity: The Alternative Gospel of the American Church Link: https://www.amazon.com/Christless-Christianity-Alternative-Gospel-American/dp/0801072212/ref=sr_1_4?crid=1VJYQKDKY6STP&keywords=michael+horton+books&qid=1645487462&s=books&sprefix=michael+horton%2Cstripbooks%2C85&sr=1-4 Putting Amazing Back into Grace: Embracing the Heart of the Gospel Links: https://www.amazon.com/Putting-Amazing-Back-into-Grace/dp/0801014212/ref=sr_1_1?crid=34QKYBED8DU72&keywords=michael+horton+putting+amazing&qid=1645487662&s=books&sprefix=michael+horton+putting+amazing%2Cstripbooks%2C70&sr=1-1 The Gospel-Driven Life: Being Good News People in a Bad News World Link: https://www.amazon.com/Gospel-Driven-Life-Being-People-World/dp/0801014638/ref=sr_1_1?crid=27RTMC7G0OHDC&keywords=the+gospel+driven+life&qid=1645487715&s=books&sprefix=the+gospel+driven+life%2Cstripbooks%2C79&sr=1-1 The book by John Behr which mentions God's three-fold purpose for taking on the flesh (according to Athanasius) is The Nicene Faith (Formation of Christian Theology) Link: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07S94RJ8V/ref=kinw_myk_ro_title The Mockingbird article that Andrew referred to: https://mbird.com/theology/gods-hideous-self-portrait/ A web version of Athanasius's discourses against the Arians: https://www.newadvent.org/fathers/2816.htm *Picture is of Norman Nagel (our last theologian discussed on this episode) --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Topics: The observer influence what he observes (Quantum physics) Development of perspectival reality Imposing Einstein on Newton 3 categories of reality = Quantum world, Newton everyday, Einstein relativism Lutherans strength and weakness (predestination vs. evangelism) The De-centering of the Self: you don't matter Philippians 2:11, both Newton and Einstein really in God's Word Guest: Dr. James Voelz Thank you: 1517.org proud member of the 1517 Podcast Network and Concordia Seminary, St. Louis and thejaggedword.com Music: Willing Virginia “Emmanuel”, on Spotify, iTunes, SoundCloud Dead Horse One - I love my man Other stuff: Richard Feynman: The Two-Slit Experiment Reading Scripture as Lutherans in the Post Modern Era (Lutheran Quarterly 2000) White Fragility Gary Philips What Does This Mean? James Voelz
Rev. Dr. James Voelz, professor of New Testament at Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, MO, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study Mark 16:1-8. Throughout his Gospel account, St. Mark emphasizes the complete reliability of Jesus’ Word. Now, at Jesus’ empty tomb, the angel speaks that same reliable Word to the women. These women have come to Jesus’ tomb after the sun had risen, recalling Malachi’s promise that the Sun of Righteousness would rise with healing in His wings. Indeed, the Son has risen. The women are alarmed at the sight of the young man in Jesus’ open tomb. He proclaims to the women that the Crucified One is the Risen One. Although the women do not see Jesus at this moment, they will see Him when they believe His Word. In this way, the Gospel according to St. Mark serves as good news for those who live in tough times. Just like the women at Jesus’ tomb, even though we do not see Jesus, we have His reliable Word, and that is all we need. “The Gospel in Action” is a mini-series on Sharper Iron that goes through the Gospel according to St. Mark. The Evangelist hits the ground running with the very first verse of his Gospel account, and he never lets up the pace. As one deed of Jesus comes right after another, always paired with His authoritative Word, St. Mark proclaims the good news that Jesus Christ is the Son of God, revealed conclusively by His death on the cross.
I stand amid the roar Of a surf-tormented shore, And I hold within my hand Grains of the golden sand — How few! yet how they creep Through my fingers to the deep, While I weep — while I weep! O God! Can I not grasp Them with a tighter clasp? O God! can I not save One from the pitiless wave? Is all that we see or seem But a dream within a dream? Poe is wrong. Though we have lulled ourselves asleep, the reality is far brighter and beautiful than we imagine. Christ is risen and so shall we. The dreamer who dreams is He. Topics: Bible study and hermeneutics for congregations Kingdom of God is here right now: “in principle, not without remainder” An exegetical examination of sending of the Spirit in the Gospel of Mark God does what He does, it doesn't look like what you expect In tough times, seeing is believing? Not according to St. Mark Ambiguity of the evidence Guest: Dr. James Voelz Thank you: 1517.org proud member of the 1517 Podcast Network and Craft of Preaching Music: Willing Virginia - Arms of the King, on Spotify, iTunes, SoundCloud Dead Horse One - I love my man Other stuff: Dream Within a Dream, Edgar Allan Poe What Does This Mean?, Dr. James Voelz 1 Corinthians 10:11 The Presence of the Future, George Eldon Ladd Matthew 11:2-6 (“Shall we look for another?”) Mark 16:7 (tombstone quote) Agnus Dei, Kelly Schumacher
I stand amid the roar Of a surf-tormented shore, And I hold within my hand Grains of the golden sand — How few! yet how they creep Through my fingers to the deep, While I weep — while I weep! O God! Can I not grasp Them with a tighter clasp? O God! can I not save One from the pitiless wave? Is all that we see or seem But a dream within a dream? Poe is wrong. Though we have lulled ourselves asleep, the reality is far brighter and beautiful than we imagine. Christ is risen and so shall we. The dreamer who dreams is He. Topics: - Bible study and hermeneutics for congregations - Kingdom of God is here right now: “in principle, not without remainder” - An exegetical examination of sending of the Spirit in the Gospel of Mark - God does what He does, it doesn’t look like what you expect - In tough times, seeing is believing? Not according to St. Mark - Ambiguity of the evidence Guest: Dr. James Voelz Thank you: 1517.org proud member of the 1517 Podcast Network and Craft of Preaching Music: Willing Virginia - Arms of the King, on Spotify, iTunes, SoundCloud Dead Horse One - I love my man Other stuff: Dream Within a Dream, Edgar Allan Poe What Does This Mean?, Dr. James Voelz 1 Corinthians 10:11 The Presence of the Future, George Eldon Ladd Matthew 11:2-6 (“Shall we look for another?”) Mark 16:7 (tombstone quote) Agnus Dei, Kelly Schumacher
Rev. Dr. James Voelz, Professor of New Testament Theology at Concordia Seminary in St. Louis, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about the benefits of learning Koine Greek, a vivid example of how knowing this language can help in studying Scriptures, and how to register for the Fall 2020 online course. Learn more and register at csl.edu/2020/05/registration-opens-for-fall-online-greek-language-course-3.
Dr. James Voelz of Concordia Seminary-St. Louis, MO
Rev. Dr. James Voelz, Professor of New Testament Theology at Concordia Seminary, St Louis, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about why the Gospel according to St. Mark is unique, the benefits of hearing versus reading scripture, and great insight into how Mark shares the Gospel account. Find tour dates at csl.edu/thegospelofmark.
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