Podcasts about new testament gospels

In Genesis 12, God gave a promise of great blessing to Abram. In the New Testament Gospels, we read that we have a Father who will give good things to those who ask. Join Pastor Dwayne as he discusses how the Lord wants to bless us each and every day and wants to bless the church.

In this episode of the Cold-Case Christianity Broadcast, J. Warner Wallace discusses the nature of case making and the difference between “possible doubts” and “reasonable doubts”. J. Warner then reviews some of the corroborative evidence validating the New Testament Gospel accounts.

Have you ever wondered how the Old Testament and New Testament fit together? Do you want to grow in wisdom and understand God's Word on a deeper level? In The Parable of the Householder (New and Old Treasures), Jesus teaches that a wise disciple knows how to bring out both old and new treasures from God's Word—meaning we must value and apply both Old Testament wisdom and the New Testament Gospel. In this episode, we're diving into: ✅ Why the Old and New Testaments are both essential for spiritual growth ✅ How the Old Testament points to Jesus and is still relevant today ✅ How to apply biblical wisdom correctly in your daily life ✅ Practical steps to deepen your study of God's Word

Greg visits in studio with author George Shamblin about his new book which unveils a mixture of portrayals of Jesus's Identity  as presented in the New Testament Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John. 

This Lent, ponder the themes of justice, poverty, freedom, and love. The four New Testament Gospels aren't the same story, but they offer the same Resurrection hope. Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John devote most of their story detailing Jesus' last week in Jerusalem, all highlighting Jesus' triumphant entry into the city, the suffering and humiliation of the cross, and the empty tomb come Sunday morning, but the stories they tell aren't quite the same. Each Gospel offers a different lens through which we understand Jesus' Passion. One portrait reveals Jesus to be in control, while another emphasizes his suffering. In one story Jesus offers hope to the thief on the cross, and in another Jesus only receives derision. These different perspectives aren't a reason to dismiss the Gospels; rather they reveal an abundant, diverse, and complementary picture of God's work in the suffering, death, and resurrection of Jesus. Buy Matt's book here.  For more on the 2025 Annual Conference, head here.   

In this episode, Dr. Nicholas J. Frederick discusses his article "It's Not the End of the World; It's Just the Apocalypse: The Book of Revelation in the Book of Mormon" co-authored with Dr. Joseph M. Spencer. Professor Frederick examines the intricate relationship between the Book of Mormon and the New Testament, particularly focusing on the Book of Revelation, by highlighting key textual allusions, type scenes, and quotations between the two. For example, he compares Nephi's vision as a variant of the visions recorded in Revelation, reinterpreting and recontextualizing its imagery and language. He details how it stretches the language and imagery of Revelation across a broader historical framework. Further, Dr. Frederick identifies three key revisions that expand our understanding: the reapplication of New Jerusalem imagery to describe Christ's terrestrial visits, the use of apocalyptic language to depict Christ's Crucifixion, and the equating of the great and abominable church with the great harlot of Revelation 17—18. These revisions emphasize the significance of Christ's earthly ministry and death, presenting a typological view of sacred history with pivotal moments of Christ's sojourn.    Publications:  “It's Not the End of the World; It's Just the Apocalypse: The Book of Revelation in the Book of Mormon” (BYU Studies Quarterly, 63.2, 2024)  “Section 77 and Book of Revelation Scholarship” (Religious Educator, 22.2, 2021)  “The Book of Mormon and the Academy” (Religious Educator, 21.2, 2020)  “The Use of the Old Testament in the New Testament Gospels” (in Prophets and Prophecies of the Old Testament, Religious Studies Center, 2017)    Click here to learn more about Nicholas J. Frederick. 

Some argue that Gnostic writings should take precedence over the New Testament Gospels. But those writings are the product of the Gnostics attempt to merge Greek philosophy with Christianity. In this message, Pastor Lutzer asserts that the New Testament documents are the best sources about Jesus and His apostles. What historical evidence supports this? This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://offerrtw.com or call us at 1-800-215-5001.

Some argue that Gnostic writings should take precedence over the New Testament Gospels. But those writings are the product of the Gnostics attempt to merge Greek philosophy with Christianity. In this message, Pastor Lutzer asserts that the New Testament documents are the best sources about Jesus and His apostles. What historical evidence supports this? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1407/29

What are we to make of the stories of Jesus recorded in the New Testament Gospels? Are they authentic accounts of his life and teaching, or collections of myths and legends that evolved over time? Shane discusses this with Cambridge New Testament scholar Peter J. Williams, principal of Tyndale House and author of Can We Trust the Gospels?SHOW NOTESBooksCan We Trust The Gospels? Peter J. WilliamsThe Surprising Genius of Jesus, Peter J. WilliamsIs Jesus History? John DicksonJesus: A Very Short Introduction, Richard BauckhamJesus & The Eyewitnesses, Richard BauckhamA Doubter's Guide To Jesus, John DicksonRevisiting the Corruption of the New Testament, Daniel WallaceRedating the New Testament, John A.T. RobinsonThe Gospel of John: A Newly Discovered Commentary, J.B. LightfootArticlesQuestions About New Testament Manuscripts, Peter J. WilliamsWhy Are The Birth Stories of Jesus Different? Peter J. WilliamsThe Gospels as Authentic Testimony, Richard BauckhamThe Authenticity & Genuineness of the Fourth Gospel, J.B. LightfootIs Luke a Trustworthy Historian? Sir William RamsayOutside the Gospels, What Can We Know About Jesus? Shane Rosenthal?Scribes of the New Covenant, Shane RosenthalAuthenticating The Fourth Gospel, Shane RosenthalWhy Should We Believe The Bible? Shane RosenthalSimon of Cyrene: An Intriguing Archaeological Discovery, Shane RosenthalVideo & AudioCan We Trust the Gospels? Peter J. Williams (video)New Evidence for the Gospels, Peter J. Williams (video)Evidence for the Resurrection, Peter J. Williams (video)Are the Gospels Reliable?, Peter J. Williams & Bart Ehrman (video)Has the Bible Been Miscopied or Mistranslated? WHI #1377 with Daniel WallaceIs John Late & Unreliable? Humble Skeptic #51 with Daniel WallaceAre the Gospels History or Fiction? Humble Skeptic #52 with John DicksonThe Gospels As Eyewitness Testimony, Humble Skeptic #48 with Richard BauckhamFake or Authentic? Humble Skeptic #10 with Lydia McGrewFaith & Proof, Humble Skeptic 7 with Mike FarleyThe Tools & Rules of HistoryOn Friday, November 8th, the Lanier Theological Library hosted a panel discussion at The Stone Chapel on The Tools and Rules of History: How Do We Know What Really Happened? This 90-minute session featured Gary Habermas, Shane Rosenthal, and David McIlroy and was moderated by Mark Lanier. This conversation was live-streamed and you can find the video here.For More Info About Peter Williams & Tyndale HousePeter Williams is the principal of Tyndale House, which is a Cambridge-based research institute housing one of the world's most advanced libraries for biblical scholarship. You can find them online at tyndalehouse.com.We Need Your Help!Help spread the word about The Humble Skeptic podcast by sending a link to your favorite episode to a friend or relative. Also, donations to The Humble Skeptic podcast are tax-deductible. To make a one-time donation or set up recurring monthly gifts, click here. Another way to support us is by upgrading to a paid subscription via Substack. Subscriptions begin at $5.95 per month or $59 per year. FYI, this option is not tax-deductible. Get full access to The Humble Skeptic at www.humbleskeptic.com/subscribe

Dr. D. Todd Harrison is a religious leader who is continuing his series of sermons focused on the New Testament. He emphasizes the importance of the four Gospels, which all tell the story of Jesus Christ's life and teachings. Dr. Harrison consistently testifies that Jesus Christ is alive, that he conquered death, and that he sits in glory at the right hand of God. He sees it as his duty to share this belief with the world. Dr. D. Todd Harrison is the most followed religious leader in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on the leading social media platform-Facebook. With more than 1.4 million followers, he is one of the top 10 most followed Christian leaders as well. As an Ambassador and Witness of Jesus Christ, it is estimated that he has now testified of Jesus to more than 100,000,000 people around the world. Thousands have become baptized members of the Church, and many have and are currently serving as full-time missionaries.

In this episode of the Cold-Case Christianity Podcast, J. Warner reviews the evidence for the reliability of the New Testament eyewitness accounts. What are the criteria we use to determine if eyewitnesses are reliable? Do the authors of the New Testament Gospels measure up? J. Warner examines the corroboration of the Gospels and the potential bias of its authors in this episode of Cold-Case Christianity.

In this episode of the Cold-Case Christianity Podcast, J. Warner reviews the evidence for the reliability of the New Testament eyewitness accounts. What are the criteria we use to determine if eyewitnesses are reliable? Do the authors of the New Testament Gospels measure up? J. Warner examines the early dating and reliable transmission of the Gospels in this episode of Cold-Case Christianity.

Pontius Pilate is a relatively minor figure in the gospels of the New Testament, but one who plays a vital role as the Roman official in charge of Jesus' sentencing. Given that he's the face of Rome in the New Testament Gospels, he's presented in a surprisingly positive light! The same is true for his appearances in some other early Christian writings. To try and get to the bottom of exactly why the official representative of the big, bad Roman empire is presented as such a sympathetic figure, we're going to be taking a look at one of these non-canonical texts in a bit more detail.

J. Warner makes a case for the eyewitness status of the New Testament Gospel accounts. Is it appropriate to evaluate these accounts as eyewitness statements? Were they intended to be read in this manner? Jim provides several reasons to accept the accounts as eyewitness testimony.

We end our summer series by looking at one of the few stories found in all four of the New Testament Gospels. It's typically called the feeding of the 5000, but the text tells us there were many more than that. What do we learn from this story about the way we approach life's problems and challenges?

In today's teaching, Leah unpacks the complexities of the New Testament Gospels as part of the summer series, “Sacred Sources.” During seminary, many students face a pivotal moment when they realize the Bible's formation is more complex than previously imagined. This often leads to a crisis of faith, but it can also lead to a more mature and nuanced understanding of these sacred texts. In this teaching, Leah explores what the Gospels are, how they came to be, and their significance. While the Gospels aren't eyewitness accounts or direct transcripts of Jesus' words, they are powerful, faith-driven narratives that offer us a profound connection to Jesus. By understanding the historical and literary context of these texts, we can approach them with fresh eyes and deeper reverence, finding new ways to connect with the life and teachings of Jesus.Review Leah's notes here and listen to or watch the teaching below.

This Lord's Day morning, Pastor Jonathan resumes our journey through the New Testament Gospel of Mark. In this section, Jesus prepares His followers with what they will face in this life. We will learn all true followers will face suffering and persecution for the faith as it is in Jesus.

This Lord's Day morning, Pastor Jonathan resumes our journey through the New Testament Gospel of Mark. In this section, Jesus prepares His followers with what they will face in this life. We will learn all true followers will face suffering and persecution for the faith as it is in Jesus.

Pastor Michael McGowanMark 10:32-34

The title Jesus preferred to use for himself more than any other in the New Testament Gospels was “Son of Man.” According to the Bible Dictionary, this title was used approximately eighty times in the Gospels and used exclusively by the Savior to reference himself. “And he said unto them, That the Son of man is Lord also of the sabbath” (Luke 6:5). But why would this simple descriptor be chosen as a majestic title of the Lord? In this episode Dr. Jared W. Ludlow, professor of ancient scripture and publications director of the Religious Studies Center, answers this question and provides greater insight to the eschatological context by discussing his article, “‘One Like the Son of Man Came with the Clouds of Heaven': The Context and Influence of the Son of Man Prophecy in Daniel 7.”  Professor Ludlow outlines the characteristics of apocalyptic literature within the book of Daniel, deconstructs the elements of the Son of Man prophecy, and connects both to Restoration scripture and the teachings of early Church leaders. In examining this work, we might learn ways to prepare and pray for the building up of God's eternal kingdom.     Publications: ·      “‘One Like the Son of Man Came with the Clouds of Heaven': The Context and Influence of the Son of Man Prophecy in Daniel 7” (in Religious Educator, 24.1, 2023) ·      “The Influence of the Figure of Moses in the Book of Mormon” (in They Shall Grow Together: The Bible in the Book of Mormon, Religious Studies Center, 2022) ·      “Enoch in the Old Testament and Beyond” (in From Creation to Sinai: The Old Testament through the Lens of the Restoration, Religious Studies Center, 2021) ·      “Alma's Loving Counsel to His Sons about the Law of Justice” (in Give Ear to My Words: Text and Context of Alma 36—42, Religious Studies Center, 2019)   Click here to learn more about Jared W. Ludlow

Send us a Text Message.These episodes delve into the Gospel of Mark, the shortest of the four New Testament Gospels. Despite its brevity, Mark presents a rich and profound exploration of Christ's life and teachings, offering us three key insights.First, Mark portrays Jesus as God's divine Son, emphasizing his humanity and divinity. He presents Jesus as a man of his time, experiencing human emotions and physical needs while simultaneously revealing him as divine through numerous references and supernatural events.Second, Mark underscores the unique, substitutionary purpose of Jesus's death. Contrary to some interpretations, Mark provides clear evidence of a theology of atonement. On at least two occasions, Jesus explicitly states the purpose of his death - a deliberate act of self-sacrifice for the salvation of humankind.Lastly, Mark presents Jesus's suffering and death as a model for discipleship. While acknowledging the uniqueness of Christ's sacrificial death, Mark also illustrates that Jesus serves as an example for faithful living in a fallen world.To sum up, Mark's Gospel provides us with a comprehensive narrative of a Savior who is both fully human and divine, who sacrifices his life for the people's sins, and whose path of suffering serves as a model for discipleship.

Send us a Text Message.These episodes delve into the Gospel of Mark, the shortest of the four New Testament Gospels. Despite its brevity, Mark presents a rich and profound exploration of Christ's life and teachings, offering us three key insights.First, Mark portrays Jesus as God's divine Son, emphasizing his humanity and divinity. He presents Jesus as a man of his time, experiencing human emotions and physical needs while simultaneously revealing him as divine through numerous references and supernatural events.Second, Mark underscores the unique, substitutionary purpose of Jesus's death. Contrary to some interpretations, Mark provides clear evidence of a theology of atonement. On at least two occasions, Jesus explicitly states the purpose of his death - a deliberate act of self-sacrifice for the salvation of humankind.Lastly, Mark presents Jesus's suffering and death as a model for discipleship. While acknowledging the uniqueness of Christ's sacrificial death, Mark also illustrates that Jesus serves as an example for faithful living in a fallen world.To sum up, Mark's Gospel provides us with a comprehensive narrative of a Savior who is both fully human and divine, who sacrifices his life for the people's sins, and whose path of suffering serves as a model for discipleship.

Send us your Questions and Comments HereNick Shalna interviews Dr. Michael Licona, author of Jesus, Contradicted, on the ideas of inspiration, inerrancy, and the reasons for differences among New Testament Gospels. How does the way that the gospels present the same story differently reflect the writing standards of the 1st century? What kinds of things did 1st Century authors do that may surprise us? If there is a surface contradiction or error in the Bible, does it disqualify its reliability and trustworthiness?Similar Episodes:What's with All of these Bible Contradictions?https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/15318637-what-s-with-all-of-these-bible-contradictions-cosmicskeptic-rapid-responseDid Joshua Make the Sun Stand Still?https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/14943176-did-joshua-make-the-sun-stand-still-are-you-sure-you-know-pt-3Houston Baptist:https://hc.edu/school-of-christian-thought/departments/apologetics/Support the Show.

Send us a Text Message.These episodes delve into the Gospel of Mark, the shortest of the four New Testament Gospels. Despite its brevity, Mark presents a rich and profound exploration of Christ's life and teachings, offering us three key insights.First, Mark portrays Jesus as God's divine Son, emphasizing his humanity and divinity. He presents Jesus as a man of his time, experiencing human emotions and physical needs while simultaneously revealing him as divine through numerous references and supernatural events.Second, Mark underscores the unique, substitutionary purpose of Jesus's death. Contrary to some interpretations, Mark provides clear evidence of a theology of atonement. On at least two occasions, Jesus explicitly states the purpose of his death - a deliberate act of self-sacrifice for the salvation of humankind.Lastly, Mark presents Jesus's suffering and death as a model for discipleship. While acknowledging the uniqueness of Christ's sacrificial death, Mark also illustrates that Jesus serves as an example for faithful living in a fallen world.To sum up, Mark's Gospel provides us with a comprehensive narrative of a Savior who is both fully human and divine, who sacrifices his life for the people's sins, and whose path of suffering serves as a model for discipleship.

Send us a Text Message.These episodes delve into the Gospel of Mark, the shortest of the four New Testament Gospels. Despite its brevity, Mark presents a rich and profound exploration of Christ's life and teachings, offering us three key insights.First, Mark portrays Jesus as God's divine Son, emphasizing his humanity and divinity. He presents Jesus as a man of his time, experiencing human emotions and physical needs while simultaneously revealing him as divine through numerous references and supernatural events.Second, Mark underscores the unique, substitutionary purpose of Jesus's death. Contrary to some interpretations, Mark provides clear evidence of a theology of atonement. On at least two occasions, Jesus explicitly states the purpose of his death - a deliberate act of self-sacrifice for the salvation of humankind.Lastly, Mark presents Jesus's suffering and death as a model for discipleship. While acknowledging the uniqueness of Christ's sacrificial death, Mark also illustrates that Jesus serves as an example for faithful living in a fallen world.To sum up, Mark's Gospel provides us with a comprehensive narrative of a Savior who is both fully human and divine, who sacrifices his life for the people's sins, and whose path of suffering serves as a model for discipleship.

Send us a Text Message.These episodes delve into the Gospel of Mark, the shortest of the four New Testament Gospels. Despite its brevity, Mark presents a rich and profound exploration of Christ's life and teachings, offering us three key insights.First, Mark portrays Jesus as God's divine Son, emphasizing his humanity and divinity. He presents Jesus as a man of his time, experiencing human emotions and physical needs while simultaneously revealing him as divine through numerous references and supernatural events.Second, Mark underscores the unique, substitutionary purpose of Jesus's death. Contrary to some interpretations, Mark provides clear evidence of a theology of atonement. On at least two occasions, Jesus explicitly states the purpose of his death - a deliberate act of self-sacrifice for the salvation of humankind.Lastly, Mark presents Jesus's suffering and death as a model for discipleship. While acknowledging the uniqueness of Christ's sacrificial death, Mark also illustrates that Jesus serves as an example for faithful living in a fallen world.To sum up, Mark's Gospel provides us with a comprehensive narrative of a Savior who is both fully human and divine, who sacrifices his life for the people's sins, and whose path of suffering serves as a model for discipleship.

Send us a Text Message.These episodes delve into the Gospel of Mark, the shortest of the four New Testament Gospels. Despite its brevity, Mark presents a rich and profound exploration of Christ's life and teachings, offering us three key insights.First, Mark portrays Jesus as God's divine Son, emphasizing his humanity and divinity. He presents Jesus as a man of his time, experiencing human emotions and physical needs while simultaneously revealing him as divine through numerous references and supernatural events.Second, Mark underscores the unique, substitutionary purpose of Jesus's death. Contrary to some interpretations, Mark provides clear evidence of a theology of atonement. On at least two occasions, Jesus explicitly states the purpose of his death - a deliberate act of self-sacrifice for the salvation of humankind.Lastly, Mark presents Jesus's suffering and death as a model for discipleship. While acknowledging the uniqueness of Christ's sacrificial death, Mark also illustrates that Jesus serves as an example for faithful living in a fallen world.To sum up, Mark's Gospel provides us with a comprehensive narrative of a Savior who is both fully human and divine, who sacrifices his life for the people's sins, and whose path of suffering serves as a model for discipleship.

Send us a Text Message.These episodes delve into the Gospel of Mark, the shortest of the four New Testament Gospels. Despite its brevity, Mark presents a rich and profound exploration of Christ's life and teachings, offering us three key insights.First, Mark portrays Jesus as God's divine Son, emphasizing his humanity and divinity. He presents Jesus as a man of his time, experiencing human emotions and physical needs while simultaneously revealing him as divine through numerous references and supernatural events.Second, Mark underscores the unique, substitutionary purpose of Jesus's death. Contrary to some interpretations, Mark provides clear evidence of a theology of atonement. On at least two occasions, Jesus explicitly states the purpose of his death - a deliberate act of self-sacrifice for the salvation of humankind.Lastly, Mark presents Jesus's suffering and death as a model for discipleship. While acknowledging the uniqueness of Christ's sacrificial death, Mark also illustrates that Jesus serves as an example for faithful living in a fallen world.To sum up, Mark's Gospel provides us with a comprehensive narrative of a Savior who is both fully human and divine, who sacrifices his life for the people's sins, and whose path of suffering serves as a model for discipleship.

Send us a Text Message.These episodes delve into the Gospel of Mark, the shortest of the four New Testament Gospels. Despite its brevity, Mark presents a rich and profound exploration of Christ's life and teachings, offering us three key insights.First, Mark portrays Jesus as God's divine Son, emphasizing his humanity and divinity. He presents Jesus as a man of his time, experiencing human emotions and physical needs while simultaneously revealing him as divine through numerous references and supernatural events.Second, Mark underscores the unique, substitutionary purpose of Jesus's death. Contrary to some interpretations, Mark provides clear evidence of a theology of atonement. On at least two occasions, Jesus explicitly states the purpose of his death - a deliberate act of self-sacrifice for the salvation of humankind.Lastly, Mark presents Jesus's suffering and death as a model for discipleship. While acknowledging the uniqueness of Christ's sacrificial death, Mark also illustrates that Jesus serves as an example for faithful living in a fallen world.To sum up, Mark's Gospel provides us with a comprehensive narrative of a Savior who is both fully human and divine, who sacrifices his life for the people's sins, and whose path of suffering serves as a model for discipleship.

Welcome to the Unchanging Word Bible Week End. Dr. Mitchell will be teaching, over the next several weekend, and overview of the New Testament Gospels. These week end reviews will be short, as he covers, in brief, the four Gospel, the revelation of our Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ. Let's continue now with Dr. Mitchell with an overview of the 27 books of the New Testament. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unchanging-word/message

These episodes delve into the Gospel of Mark, the shortest of the four New Testament Gospels. Despite its brevity, Mark presents a rich and profound exploration of Christ's life and teachings, offering us three key insights.First, Mark portrays Jesus as God's divine Son, emphasizing his humanity and divinity. He presents Jesus as a man of his time, experiencing human emotions and physical needs while simultaneously revealing him as divine through numerous references and supernatural events.Second, Mark underscores the unique, substitutionary purpose of Jesus's death. Contrary to some interpretations, Mark provides clear evidence of a theology of atonement. On at least two occasions, Jesus explicitly states the purpose of his death - a deliberate act of self-sacrifice for the salvation of humankind.Lastly, Mark presents Jesus's suffering and death as a model for discipleship. While acknowledging the uniqueness of Christ's sacrificial death, Mark also illustrates that Jesus serves as an example for faithful living in a fallen world.To sum up, Mark's Gospel provides us with a comprehensive narrative of a Savior who is both fully human and divine, who sacrifices his life for the people's sins, and whose path of suffering serves as a model for discipleship.

These episodes delve into the Gospel of Mark, the shortest of the four New Testament Gospels. Despite its brevity, Mark presents a rich and profound exploration of Christ's life and teachings, offering us three key insights.First, Mark portrays Jesus as God's divine Son, emphasizing his humanity and divinity. He presents Jesus as a man of his time, experiencing human emotions and physical needs while simultaneously revealing him as divine through numerous references and supernatural events.Second, Mark underscores the unique, substitutionary purpose of Jesus's death. Contrary to some interpretations, Mark provides clear evidence of a theology of atonement. On at least two occasions, Jesus explicitly states the purpose of his death - a deliberate act of self-sacrifice for the salvation of humankind.Lastly, Mark presents Jesus's suffering and death as a model for discipleship. While acknowledging the uniqueness of Christ's sacrificial death, Mark also illustrates that Jesus serves as an example for faithful living in a fallen world.To sum up, Mark's Gospel provides us with a comprehensive narrative of a Savior who is both fully human and divine, who sacrifices his life for the people's sins, and whose path of suffering serves as a model for discipleship.

These episodes delve into the Gospel of Mark, the shortest of the four New Testament Gospels. Despite its brevity, Mark presents a rich and profound exploration of Christ's life and teachings, offering us three key insights.First, Mark portrays Jesus as God's divine Son, emphasizing his humanity and divinity. He presents Jesus as a man of his time, experiencing human emotions and physical needs while simultaneously revealing him as divine through numerous references and supernatural events.Second, Mark underscores the unique, substitutionary purpose of Jesus's death. Contrary to some interpretations, Mark provides clear evidence of a theology of atonement. On at least two occasions, Jesus explicitly states the purpose of his death - a deliberate act of self-sacrifice for the salvation of humankind.Lastly, Mark presents Jesus's suffering and death as a model for discipleship. While acknowledging the uniqueness of Christ's sacrificial death, Mark also illustrates that Jesus serves as an example for faithful living in a fallen world.To sum up, Mark's Gospel provides us with a comprehensive narrative of a Savior who is both fully human and divine, who sacrifices his life for the people's sins, and whose path of suffering serves as a model for discipleship.

These episodes delve into the Gospel of Mark, the shortest of the four New Testament Gospels. Despite its brevity, Mark presents a rich and profound exploration of Christ's life and teachings, offering us three key insights.First, Mark portrays Jesus as God's divine Son, emphasizing his humanity and divinity. He presents Jesus as a man of his time, experiencing human emotions and physical needs while simultaneously revealing him as divine through numerous references and supernatural events.Second, Mark underscores the unique, substitutionary purpose of Jesus's death. Contrary to some interpretations, Mark provides clear evidence of a theology of atonement. On at least two occasions, Jesus explicitly states the purpose of his death - a deliberate act of self-sacrifice for the salvation of humankind.Lastly, Mark presents Jesus's suffering and death as a model for discipleship. While acknowledging the uniqueness of Christ's sacrificial death, Mark also illustrates that Jesus serves as an example for faithful living in a fallen world.To sum up, Mark's Gospel provides us with a comprehensive narrative of a Savior who is both fully human and divine, who sacrifices his life for the people's sins, and whose path of suffering serves as a model for discipleship.

These episodes delve into the Gospel of Mark, the shortest of the four New Testament Gospels. Despite its brevity, Mark presents a rich and profound exploration of Christ's life and teachings, offering us three key insights.First, Mark portrays Jesus as God's divine Son, emphasizing his humanity and divinity. He presents Jesus as a man of his time, experiencing human emotions and physical needs while simultaneously revealing him as divine through numerous references and supernatural events.Second, Mark underscores the unique, substitutionary purpose of Jesus's death. Contrary to some interpretations, Mark provides clear evidence of a theology of atonement. On at least two occasions, Jesus explicitly states the purpose of his death - a deliberate act of self-sacrifice for the salvation of humankind.Lastly, Mark presents Jesus's suffering and death as a model for discipleship. While acknowledging the uniqueness of Christ's sacrificial death, Mark also illustrates that Jesus serves as an example for faithful living in a fallen world.To sum up, Mark's Gospel provides us with a comprehensive narrative of a Savior who is both fully human and divine, who sacrifices his life for the people's sins, and whose path of suffering serves as a model for discipleship.

These episodes delve into the Gospel of Mark, the shortest of the four New Testament Gospels. Despite its brevity, Mark presents a rich and profound exploration of Christ's life and teachings, offering us three key insights.First, Mark portrays Jesus as God's divine Son, emphasizing his humanity and divinity. He presents Jesus as a man of his time, experiencing human emotions and physical needs while simultaneously revealing him as divine through numerous references and supernatural events.Second, Mark underscores the unique, substitutionary purpose of Jesus's death. Contrary to some interpretations, Mark provides clear evidence of a theology of atonement. On at least two occasions, Jesus explicitly states the purpose of his death - a deliberate act of self-sacrifice for the salvation of humankind.Lastly, Mark presents Jesus's suffering and death as a model for discipleship. While acknowledging the uniqueness of Christ's sacrificial death, Mark also illustrates that Jesus serves as an example for faithful living in a fallen world.To sum up, Mark's Gospel provides us with a comprehensive narrative of a Savior who is both fully human and divine, who sacrifices his life for the people's sins, and whose path of suffering serves as a model for discipleship.

These episodes delve into the Gospel of Mark, the shortest of the four New Testament Gospels. Despite its brevity, Mark presents a rich and profound exploration of Christ's life and teachings, offering us three key insights.First, Mark portrays Jesus as God's divine Son, emphasizing his humanity and divinity. He presents Jesus as a man of his time, experiencing human emotions and physical needs while simultaneously revealing him as divine through numerous references and supernatural events.Second, Mark underscores the unique, substitutionary purpose of Jesus's death. Contrary to some interpretations, Mark provides clear evidence of a theology of atonement. On at least two occasions, Jesus explicitly states the purpose of his death - a deliberate act of self-sacrifice for the salvation of humankind.Lastly, Mark presents Jesus's suffering and death as a model for discipleship. While acknowledging the uniqueness of Christ's sacrificial death, Mark also illustrates that Jesus serves as an example for faithful living in a fallen world.To sum up, Mark's Gospel provides us with a comprehensive narrative of a Savior who is both fully human and divine, who sacrifices his life for the people's sins, and whose path of suffering serves as a model for discipleship.

These episodes delve into the Gospel of Mark, the shortest of the four New Testament Gospels. Despite its brevity, Mark presents a rich and profound exploration of Christ's life and teachings, offering us three key insights.First, Mark portrays Jesus as God's divine Son, emphasizing his humanity and divinity. He presents Jesus as a man of his time, experiencing human emotions and physical needs while simultaneously revealing him as divine through numerous references and supernatural events.Second, Mark underscores the unique, substitutionary purpose of Jesus's death. Contrary to some interpretations, Mark provides clear evidence of a theology of atonement. On at least two occasions, Jesus explicitly states the purpose of his death - a deliberate act of self-sacrifice for the salvation of humankind.Lastly, Mark presents Jesus's suffering and death as a model for discipleship. While acknowledging the uniqueness of Christ's sacrificial death, Mark also illustrates that Jesus serves as an example for faithful living in a fallen world.To sum up, Mark's Gospel provides us with a comprehensive narrative of a Savior who is both fully human and divine, who sacrifices his life for the people's sins, and whose path of suffering serves as a model for discipleship.

These episodes delve into the Gospel of Mark, the shortest of the four New Testament Gospels. Despite its brevity, Mark presents a rich and profound exploration of Christ's life and teachings, offering us three key insights.First, Mark portrays Jesus as God's divine Son, emphasizing his humanity and divinity. He presents Jesus as a man of his time, experiencing human emotions and physical needs while simultaneously revealing him as divine through numerous references and supernatural events.Second, Mark underscores the unique, substitutionary purpose of Jesus's death. Contrary to some interpretations, Mark provides clear evidence of a theology of atonement. On at least two occasions, Jesus explicitly states the purpose of his death - a deliberate act of self-sacrifice for the salvation of humankind.Lastly, Mark presents Jesus's suffering and death as a model for discipleship. While acknowledging the uniqueness of Christ's sacrificial death, Mark also illustrates that Jesus serves as an example for faithful living in a fallen world.To sum up, Mark's Gospel provides us with a comprehensive narrative of a Savior who is both fully human and divine, who sacrifices his life for the people's sins, and whose path of suffering serves as a model for discipleship.

These episodes delve into the Gospel of Mark, the shortest of the four New Testament Gospels. Despite its brevity, Mark presents a rich and profound exploration of Christ's life and teachings, offering us three key insights.First, Mark portrays Jesus as God's divine Son, emphasizing his humanity and divinity. He presents Jesus as a man of his time, experiencing human emotions and physical needs while simultaneously revealing him as divine through numerous references and supernatural events.Second, Mark underscores the unique, substitutionary purpose of Jesus's death. Contrary to some interpretations, Mark provides clear evidence of a theology of atonement. On at least two occasions, Jesus explicitly states the purpose of his death - a deliberate act of self-sacrifice for the salvation of humankind.Lastly, Mark presents Jesus's suffering and death as a model for discipleship. While acknowledging the uniqueness of Christ's sacrificial death, Mark also illustrates that Jesus serves as an example for faithful living in a fallen world.To sum up, Mark's Gospel provides us with a comprehensive narrative of a Savior who is both fully human and divine, who sacrifices his life for the people's sins, and whose path of suffering serves as a model for discipleship.

These episodes delve into the Gospel of Mark, the shortest of the four New Testament Gospels. Despite its brevity, Mark presents a rich and profound exploration of Christ's life and teachings, offering us three key insights.First, Mark portrays Jesus as God's divine Son, emphasizing his humanity and divinity. He presents Jesus as a man of his time, experiencing human emotions and physical needs while simultaneously revealing him as divine through numerous references and supernatural events.Second, Mark underscores the unique, substitutionary purpose of Jesus's death. Contrary to some interpretations, Mark provides clear evidence of a theology of atonement. On at least two occasions, Jesus explicitly states the purpose of his death - a deliberate act of self-sacrifice for the salvation of humankind.Lastly, Mark presents Jesus's suffering and death as a model for discipleship. While acknowledging the uniqueness of Christ's sacrificial death, Mark also illustrates that Jesus serves as an example for faithful living in a fallen world.To sum up, Mark's Gospel provides us with a comprehensive narrative of a Savior who is both fully human and divine, who sacrifices his life for the people's sins, and whose path of suffering serves as a model for discipleship.

In these episodes, we delve into the Gospel of Mark, the shortest of the four New Testament Gospels. Despite its brevity, Mark presents a rich and profound exploration of Christ's life and teachings, offering us three key insights.First, Mark portrays Jesus as the divine Son of God, emphasizing both his humanity and divinity. He presents Jesus as a man of his time, experiencing human emotions and physical needs, whilst simultaneously revealing him as divine through numerous references and supernatural events.Second, Mark underscores the unique, substitutionary purpose of Jesus's death. Contrary to some interpretations, Mark provides clear evidence of a theology of atonement. On at least two occasions, Jesus explicitly states the purpose of his death - a deliberate act of self-sacrifice for the salvation of humankind.Lastly, Mark presents Jesus's suffering and death as a model for discipleship. While acknowledging the uniqueness of Christ's sacrificial death, Mark also illustrates that Jesus serves as an example for faithful living in a fallen world.To sum up, Mark's Gospel provides us with a comprehensive narrative of a Savior who is both fully human and divine, who sacrifices his life for the sins of the people, and whose path of suffering serves as a model for discipleship.

The clean calendar of a new year invites us to renew and refocus our lives. This January, we will survey the New Testament Gospels to see how Jesus develops people to flourish as his followers. We are investing the entire month in you: your devotion, your development, your connection, and your expansion of God's love in our world. This is a great time for everyday people -- just like you and me -- to wake up to deep, meaningful life in Christ.

Who Killed Jesus? Obviously, the Romans ultimately crucified Jesus, but who were the few within Jerusalem that helped make the choice that Jesus, not Barabbas, should be the one crucified? It seems in the New Testament Gospels that Jesus had it out for the Pharisees and vice versa. However, Trevan Hatch, a Biblical Studies and Jewish Studies Scholar at Brigham Young University, says otherwise. We also cover the power dynamics of the major Jewish sects at the time of Jesus; the Sadducees, Pharisees, and Essenes, as well as Jesus' interactions with the former two groups.   Website - www.cwicmedia.com  

A rarely discussed amazing history of vegetarianism and even veganism in the great world religions and philosophies:    Akhenaten the "Heretic" Egyptian Pharaoh of the 18th Dynasty, who ruled for 17 years   Hebrew Bible, First Book of Moses: Genesis   Yoga Shastra, a sutra or scripture of Jainism   Bhagavad Gita of Krishna   Srimad Bhagavatam   The Laws of Manu, a kind of "Hindu Torah" or Book of Laws   Pythagoras and the Pythagoreans   Porphyry,  a 3rd century AD Neo-Platonist philosopher   The Vegetarian Prayer of Thanksgiving in the Epilogue of Asclepius of the Corpus Hermeticum, and the same prayer again, as it also turns up in the Nag Hammadi Library of Egypt, the Gnostic Gospels   Early Church “Heresy Hunters” that used to require meat-eating on Sundays as a way to discover who the veg Gnostics were in their midst   Philo of Alexandria's description of veg meals at a Jewish Therapeutae monastic community in Alexandria perhaps related to the Essenes   The Bahai Faith: Baha'u'llah, ‘Abdu'l-Baha, and Shoghi Effendi -- prophecies of a vegan future of humanity   Vegetarianism in Islam: The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), Rabia of Basra, Bawa Muhaiyaddeen and the Sufis   John the Baptist, who ate locust bean (carob) flour, not locusts -- BEANS NOT BUGS   And blessed are the textual variants: the Mystery of the Missing Veg Saying of Jesus found in Luke 21: 34 of the Evangelion Da-Mepharreshe --  the Old Syriac-Aramaic manuscript of the New Testament Gospels but is no longer present in Greek manuscripts. (Peace Be Upon You)   In Divine Love (Bhakti), Light, and Sound, At the Feet of the Masters, Radhasoami James Bean Spiritual Awakening Radio Podcasts Sant Mat Satsang Podcasts Sant Mat Radhasoami A Satsang Without Walls https://www.SpiritualAwakeningRadio.com   Spiritual Awakening Radio (and Sant Mat Satsang Podcasts) with James Bean, heard on various community, public radio stations and the web, explores the world of spirituality, comparative religion, world scriptures and other books, East and West, God, meditation, out of body or near death experiences (inner space), the vegan diet and other ahimsa ethics -- education for a more peaceful planet.   

One of the most intriguing non-canonical Gospels to be discovered in modern times is the Gospel of Peter. Unlike the New Testament Gospels, which were written anonymously (only later to be given the titles Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John), this Gospel actually claims to be written by an apostle, Jesus' own right-hand man, Peter. The account we have is only fragmentary, an alternative version of Jesus' trial, death, and resurrection. And what an account it is, involving an actual record of Jesus emerging from his tomb at his resurrection, as tall as a mountain, followed, from the tomb by a walking-talking cross. What is this fascinating account really all about, and why did someone write it, falsely claiming to be the disciple Peter?

We conclude our look at the Resurrection Appearances of Jesus, as part of the Justin Martyr Series. Host Chris Palmero looks at the common elements of these legends from the point at which Jesus appears to his disciples, all the way up to his ascension at the end. The versions of the Resurrection as told by Celsus, the ancient pagan critic of Christianity, as well as the lost book called the Preaching of Peter, are also explored. Finally, Justin Martyr's version of the Resurrection story is examined, to see whether he is in fact using the New Testament Gospels as his source.Anyone who listens to this episode of BORN IN THE SECOND CENTURY can learn about the earliest evidence for Christians in the city of Rome; about why Jesus and the disciples are sometimes said to eat a meal during the Resurrection Appearance; about why Jesus invites the disciples to touch him in some stories; about how Celsus' story of the Resurrection clashes with that of the New Testament; about the Preaching of Peter and its possible links to Mark's Gospel; and about the true source of Justin's strange "account" of the Resurrection.Opening reading: the Roman poet Martial, from the turn of the second century, grumbles about his neighbor in the manner of Annette Benning from American Beauty.Support the showPatreon: www.patreon.com/borninthesecondcenturyWebsite: facebook.com/BornInTheSecondCenturyE-mail: secondcenturypodcast@gmail.comMusic: Pompeii Gray on Apple Music, Spotify, SoundCloud

On this episode, Shane continues weaving together various interviews he's recorded on topics related to the reasons Christians can have confidence in the portrait of Jesus presented in the New Testament Gospels. During this podcast you'll hear from Peter J. Williams, Richard Bauckham, John Dickson, and D.A. Carson, Craig Blomberg, Lydia McGrew, and Daniel Wallace.SHOW NOTES• Click here to listen to Part 1 of this discussion.• Recommended resources by Shane Rosenthal: “How to Detect Deception,” “Authenticating The Fourth Gospel,” “Why Should We Believe The Bible?”, “On Faith & History,” and “What is Faith?.” • Recommended books by Peter J. Williams: Can We Trust the Gospels?, and The Surprising Genius of Jesus.• Recommended books by Richard Bauckham: Jesus & The Eyewitnesses (Second Edition), Jesus: A Very Short Introduction, and The Testimony of The Beloved Disciple.• Recommended books by John Dickson: Is Jesus History?, and A Doubters Guide to Jesus.• Recommended books by D.A. Carson: Introducing the New Testament, The Gospel According to John (Pillar NT Commentary), Commentary on the Old Testament Use of the New Testament, and The Intolerance of Tolerance.• Recommended books by Craig Blomberg: Can We Still Believe the Bible? The Historical Reliability of the New Testament, The Historical Reliability of John's Gospel.• Recommended books by Lydia McGrew: Hidden in Plain View, The Eye of the Beholder, and Testimonies to The Truth: Why You Can Trust The Gospels.• Recommended resources by Daniel Wallace, The Reliability of the New Testament: Bart Ehrman & Daniel Wallace in Dialogue, Greek Grammar Beyond The Basics, “John 5:2 & The Date of The Fourth Gospel,” “John 5:2 (Part 2),” “John 5:2 (Part 3).”• Help support the work of The Humble Skeptic podcast! Click here to put something in the TIP JAR, or consider upgrading to one of the paid subscription options via Substack by using the green button below. If you'd like your gift to be “tax-deductible,” click here for information.The Humble Skeptic is a listener-supported podcast. To support this work, consider becoming a paid subscriber. Get full access to The Humble Skeptic at shanerose.substack.com/subscribe

When BYU professor Eric Huntsman was growing up, he spent time among Catholics in Pittsburgh and Baptists in Alabama and came to love the different ways other Christian denominations worshiped Jesus. And one of his favorite ways that other Christians worshiped was during Holy Week, the week leading up to Easter Sunday. Over the years, Eric began incorporating many Holy Week traditions into his spiritual practice and found it helped him connect more deeply with the Savior and his atoning sacrifice. To help other Latter-day Saints who may be interested in learning more about Holy Week and developing ways of celebrating it, Eric, along with co-author Trevan Hatch, has recently published a book called Greater Love Hath No Man: A Latter-day Saint Guide to Celebrating the Easter Season. In today's conversation, Zach Davis spoke with Eric about his journey as a disciple and scholar of Jesus, what traditional Holy Week commemoration looks like, and how Easter is a time when we can connect with our fellow Christian brothers and sisters.Eric Huntsman is a professor of Ancient Scripture at BYU. In April of 2023, Eric began a two and a half year appointment of the BYU Jerusalem Studies Program, from where he joined us for this conversation. After initially researching Roman history, Eric's scholarly efforts have focused on the life and ministry of Jesus in the New Testament Gospels, especially the Gospel of John.

A high level of expectancy fills the early pages and events of the New Testament Gospels. Herod, the Magi, Anna, Simeon, and "all of Jerusalem"—to name but a few—were all eager and expecting God to act. Thanks in part to the prophecies in Daniel and other prophets, Jerusalem was on edge before and after Jesus' birth. As we say goodbye to 2022 and welcome 2023, Christians need to be reminded that God is always "doing something," and to keep our own high level of expectancy and hope.