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Welcome back to What If I'm Wrong? A show where we might not give you the answers, but we will ask some really good questions. On today's episode, we're joined by Dr. Nijay Gupta. Nijay K. Gupta serves as Julius R. Mantey Professor of New Testament at Northern Seminary. He has written or edited more than twenty books including the award-winning and best-selling titles Tell Her Story: How Women Led, Taught, and Ministered in the Early Church and Strange Religion: How the First Christians Were Weird, Dangerous, and Compelling. Nijay is a senior translator for the New Living Translation and also serves on the Theological Advisory Council of YoungLife USA. He co-hosts the Slow Theology Podcast and writes about the Bible in his Substack "Engaging Scripture" (https://nijaykgupta.substack.com/).  This month, we are in a series on Theology! What could you be getting wrong about the Bible? - and this week we are discussing: Hard Faith Questions. Heather shares about the word repentance—how it's more than just an apology; it's a radical turning point that transforms a person's life. Join host Heather Thompson Day and submission specialist Haley Hoskins as they explore the topic of When Faith Meets Hard Questions: Wrestling with God's Presence, Promises, and Power. In Day in the Bible, Heather shares about righteousness and how we can be in right relationship with God and others. Have a story to share? Email us at whatifimwrongpod@gmail.com. “I have to die to flesh and I have to just give up on the American dream, the selfish dream, the fleshly dream, and only live the dream of Christ.” - Nijay Gupta Host Bio:  Dr. Heather Thompson Day is an interdenominational speaker, an ECPA bestseller, and has been a contributor for Religion News Service, Christianity Today, Newsweek and the Barna Group.  Heather was a communication professor for 13 years teaching both graduate and undergraduate students in Public Speaking, Persuasion, and Social Media. She is now the founder of It Is Day Ministries, a nonprofit organization that trains churches, leaders, and laypeople in what Heather calls Cross Communication, a gospel centered communication approach that points you higher, to the cross, every time you open your mouth.  Heather's writing has been featured on outlets like the Today Show, and the National Communication Association. She has been interviewed by BBC Radio Live and The Wall Street Journal.  She believes her calling is to stand in the gaps of our churches. She is the author of 9 books; including It's Not Your Turn, I'll See You Tomorrow, and What If I'm Wrong? Heather's Social Media Heather's Instagram Heather's Website  Heather's TikTok Heather's YouTube  Haley's Social media Haley's Instagram Savannah's Social Media Savannah's IG What If I'm Wrong Social Media What If I'm Wrong Instagram  What If I'm Wrong YouTube What If I'm Wrong Tik Tok Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What comes after deconstruction? In this episode, we talk with AJ Swoboda—pastor, professor, and author of After Doubt and A Teachable Spirit—about why doubt has become so common, why it shouldn't be the end of the story, and how real spiritual formation takes shape in our lives.  We explore:  The limits of “just me and my Bible” Christianity  A fresh take on sola Scriptura from a Protestant perspective  Why we all carry traditions—whether we admit it or not  The value of humility and a teachable spirit  Why formation is slower—but deeper—than deconstruction  With humor, honesty, and pastoral wisdom, AJ offers a compelling vision for rebuilding faith that can last.  AJ Swoboda is a pastor, theologian, and author who teaches Bible, theology, and Christian formation at Bushnell University. He is also co-host with Nijay Gupta of the Slow Theology podcast. Find out more about AJ's books, writing, and socials at https://ajswoboda.com/. Check out his latest, A Teachable Spirit, at https://a.co/d/3lBZxE4.    

Kaitlyn and Skye Jethani go over the different kinds of complementarianism, the verses used to justify it, and how weird this becomes in practical application.   0:00 - Theme Song   2:30 - What Does “Complementarian” Mean?   7:43 - Nature vs. Culture   17:17 - Sponsor - Dwell - Listen to scripture throughout your day. Go to https://www.dwellbible.com/CK for 25% off!   18:56 - Sponsor - World Relief - Get the “Prayers for Such a Time as This” prayer guide for free through this link to join a community of believers in praying for refugees and other vulnerable people: https://www.worldrelief.org/KAITLYN   20:30 - Biblical Justifications   44:40 - Books on Complementarianism   47:50 - End Credits   Tell Her Story: How Woman Led, Taught, and Ministered in the Early Church by Nijay Gupta: https://a.co/d/czUeSpI   Women in Ministry: Four Views (Spectrum Multiview Book Series) by Bonnidell Clouse, Robert Clouse, Robert Culver, Susan T. Fox, Walter L. Leifeld, and Alvera Mickelsen: https://a.co/d/0evVUea   Recovering Biblical Manhood and Womanhood: A Response to Evangelical Feminism by John Piper and Wayne Grudem: https://a.co/d/erWUkcF   Neither Complementarian Nor Egalitarian: A Kingdom Corrective to the Evangelical Gender Debate by Michelle Lee-Barnewall: https://a.co/d/1zzEXau

A.J. Swoboda is a pastor, teacher, theologian, and author of such books as The Gift of Thorns, Subversive Sabbath, Slow Theology, After Doubt … to name a few. He serves on the faculties of George Fox University and Fuller Seminary where he teaches biblical studies, theology, and church history. He pastors Theophilus church in Portland, Oregon and leads a great podcast together with Nijay Gupta called Slow Theology. His most recent book, A Teachable Spirit, caught my attention because of its title. Few of us have that spirit, and more of us need it. Maybe I should speak only for myself. Let's talk about what it means to be spiritually and intellectually flexible enough to learn from peers, children, the culture … even our enemies. 

Scholars of the Apostle Paul have long debated the so-called center of Paul's theology, focusing on themes like justification by faith, reconciliation, union with Christ, and the apocalyptic triumph of God in Christ. But what if love really is the heart of the gospel that he preached?In this episode of the Attaching to God podcast, we welcome Nijay Gupta, the Julius R. Manti Professor of New Testament at Northern Seminary, to discuss his new book The Affections of Christ Jesus: Love at the Heart of Paul's Theology. Dr. Gupta elaborates on the crucial role of love in Paul's teachings and explores its connection to emotional theory and neuroscience. Gupta also touches upon his personal experiences with emotional well-being.Be sure to check out his podcast, Slow Theology: Simple Faith for Chaotic TimesDive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.Stay Connected: Check out our Attaching to God 6-Week Learning Cohort. Join the Embodied Faith community to stay connected and get posts, episodes, & resources. Support the podcast with a one-time or regular gift (to keep this ad-free without breaking the Holsclaw's bank).

Imagine: You're watching the news. A young woman in a courtroom, tears streaming down her face, publicly repents for breaking the law. True tears. Real remorse. A genuine desire to learn and grow from her mistakes. Your heart is moved by this rare public display of humility.Then you check social media.Maybe you shouldn't have.Instead of collective appreciation, you find a digital feeding frenzy—everyone trashing this woman, using her vulnerability as an opportunity to shame her. And it hits you: This is why nobody wants to be humble anymore.This is the story A.J. Swoboda shared with me to open our conversation. A.J. is a theologian, pastor, and author of the brilliant new book A Teachable Spirit (you should definitely read it—I loved it). A.J. brings wisdom to our cultural moment where humility has become a liability. In our conversation, we explore how to cultivate teachability when vulnerability gets weaponized, why learning from people we disagree with feels so threatening, and why the early Christians were so radical precisely because they were learners.One of my favourite new insights: A.J. unpacks how “humble” comes from the Latin humus, meaning dirt … “Humans are dirtbags that just breathe in the breath of God. That's all we are.” There's something humourous and liberating about remembering what we actually are.A.J. makes a compelling case that humility is actually strength, and that we practice teachability before we feel it—just like generosity or love. If you're tired of a cultural moment where admitting ignorance feels dangerous and changing your mind feels like betrayal, this conversation offers a different way forward. It's an invitation into what A.J. calls “the quiet strength of humility.”You can learn more about A.J. at his website. I also highly recommend subscribing to his Substack, The Low-Level Theologian, and checking out Slow Theology, the podcast he cohosts with Nijay Gupta. Get full access to Ordinary Matters at www.ordinarymatters.org/subscribe

Within Roman society, the earliest Christians stood out for the oddness of their beliefs and practices. They worshiped God in strange ways, and practiced religion in a whole new way that would have been viewed as bizarre to other religions at the time. Ed Stetzer talks with Nijay Gupta about his book, Strange Religion: How the First Christians were Weird, Dangerous and Compelling and how these early Christians and how their stories can be an encouragement and hope for us today on Ed Stetzer Live. Ed Stetzer Live is a listener supported program. To donate, click here. To learn more about Ed Stetzer, click here. To learn more about Ed Stetzer Live, click here.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/edstetzerliveSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A.J. Swoboda (Ph.D., Birmingham) is an associate professor of Bible and Theology at Bushnell University and lead mentor for the Doctor of Ministry Program on Spiritual Formation and Soul Care at Friends University. He is the author of many books, including The Gift of Thorns (Zondervan), After Doubt (Brazos), and the recently released: A Teachable Spirit: The Virtue of Learning from Strangers, Enemies, and Absolutely Anyone. He hosts the “Slow Theology” podcast (w/ Dr. Nijay Gupta) and writes the widely read “Low-Level Theologian” Substack. Join the Theology in the Raw community for as little as $5/month to get access to premium content at patreon.com/theologyintheraw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The first Christians were weird. Just how weird is often lost on today's believers. Dr. Nijay Gupta shares from his book "Strange Religion: How the First Christians Were Weird, Dangerous, and Compelling." Susie mentions to "Believing Prayer" by Andrew Murray.   Originally aired May 10, 2024  Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here 

This week I was joined by New Testament Scholar Dr. Nijay Gupta to talk about his latest book, "The Affections of Christ: Love at the Heart of Paul's Theology". Paul has been written off by many of us in the more progressive Christian spaces and for some good reasons. Dr. Gupta's book convinced me to give Paul another chance though... could it be true that love is at the heart of Paul's theology? Can we give Paul another chance? Enjoy! RESOURCES: The Affections of Christ: Love at the Heart of Paul's Theology (Book) Slow Theology Podcast Open and Relational Theology Conference 2025: Join me at ORT Con 25! Get your tickets HERE. Theology Beer Camp 2025: Come hang out at my favorite event of the year! Get your tickets HERE. *A special thanks to Josh Gilbert, Marty Fredrick, and Dan Koch. Love you guys

A.J. Swoboda is back on the podcast for the third time. This time we are sitting down to talk about A Teachable Spirit. He hit on something that I think is sorely missing in this world today: being teachable. In a world often drawn sharply into polarized camps, where dialogue seems overshadowed by ideological extremes, cultivating a teachable spirit becomes more than a virtue, it becomes an act of quiet revolution. But what exactly does it mean to approach life, faith, and community with genuine humility and openness, even when our convictions run deep? Our conversation explores what it truly means to possess a teachable spirit, how to stand firmly in our beliefs while also actively listening to, honoring, and learning from those who are different than us. We'll explore themes of humility, empathy, wisdom, discernment and the careful balancing act of maintaining convictions while remaining open to growth and change. This is an important conversation, so join us as we unpack the practice of discerning truth in a fragmented world, and how holding our beliefs can transform both our inner and outer worlds and enable us to have a teachable spirit. Rev. A. J. Swoboda (Ph.D., Birmingham) is the associate professor of Bible and Theology at Bushnell University. He served as a college pastor on the University of Oregon campus for nearly ten years. For another decade, he planted and pastored an urban church in Portland, Oregon, called Theophilus, which continues to worship today. He leads a Doctor of Ministry program around Spiritual Formation and Soul Care at Friends University. He has taught at the London School of Theology, LIFE Pacific, Southeastern University, and Multnomah University. He is the author of over ten books, including Redeeming How We Talk (Moody), After Doubt (Brazos), and the award-winning Subversive Sabbath (Brazos). He hosts the Slow Theology podcast (w. Dr. Nijay Gupta) and writes the widely read Low-Level Theologian Substack. A.J. lives and works on an urban farm with his wife and son in Eugene, Oregon.A.J.'s Book:A Teachable SpiritA.J.'s Substack:The Low-Level TheologianSubscribe to Our Substack: Shifting CultureConnect with Joshua: jjohnson@allnations.usGo to www.shiftingculturepodcast.com to interact and donate. Every donation helps to produce more podcasts for you to enjoy.Follow on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Threads, Bluesky or YouTubeConsider Giving to the podcast and to the ministry that my wife and I do around the world. Just click on the support the show link below Support the show

In this episode we sit down with newly-elected Bishop in the Global Methodist Church, Dr. Carolyn C. Moore! Find out more about Global Methodism at: https://globalmethodist.org/ Carolyn's website: https://artofholiness.com/ Carolyn's books are available at: https://my.seedbed.com/?sb_product_vendor=carolyn-moore Other resources mentioned: Bridgetown Church's video series on women in ministry: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PKetqpnVI24 JM's discussion on complementarian prooftexts with Dr. Carmen Imes: https://youtu.be/rSur9vM-dC8?si=oaolfcVXInsKOGzt JM's discussion on women in the early church Dr. Nijay Gupta - https://youtu.be/l1hFuM2MWAI?si=KL6CR2h2MG91beHd Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary debate “Can Women Lead Men?” - https://youtu.be/FzR2cndOSq0?si=pBY8YOn6_r2ShExc ***Disciple Dojo shirts and other gifts are available over in our online store! - https://tinyurl.com/24ncuas2 ***Become a monthly Dojo Donor and help keep us going! - https://www.discipledojo.org/donate ***Dojo Donor Patches: If you are a monthly donor and would like an iron-on DiscipleDojo patch, supplies are limited so message JM directly via the contact page at https://www.discipledojo.org/contact ***If you are an unmarried Christian looking for community, check out our Facebook group “The Grownup's Table” over at www.facebook.com/groups/grownupstable ------ Go deeper at www.discipledojo.org

Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them but can't reply). Email us: Will@faithfulpoliticspodcast.comIn a time when empathy is seen by some as a threat and theology often feels emotionally detached, what if the Apostle Paul's core message was actually centered on love? In this episode, we welcome back Dr. Nijay Gupta, New Testament scholar and author of The Affections of Christ Jesus: Love at the Heart of Paul's Theology, to unpack Paul's deeply emotional, relational, and revolutionary theology.We also dive into the hot-button topic of toxic empathy—what it is, why it's misunderstood, and how empathy, far from being a weakness, is actually a vital part of Christian maturity. Dr. Gupta explores how Paul's transformation from violent nationalist to apostle of love offers a powerful model for the modern church.Together, we examine Christian nationalism, church hypocrisy, social media toxicity, and why making the gospel good news again starts with self-sacrificial love—even for our enemies.

As we approach Palm Sunday, New Testament scholar Nijay Gupta joins Kaitlyn to answer a pretty important question: why do we wave palm branches? Dr. Gupta gives fascinating historical background on this practice, but he also points us to its theological significance. Jesus entered into his reign in a surprising way - because he is a surprising king. 1:44 - Show Starts 8:32 - Palms and Victory 15:15 - Sponsor - Dwell - Listen to scripture throughout your day. Go to https://www.dwellbible.com/CK for 25% off! 16:45 - Sponsor - Better Help - Go to https://www.betterhelp.com/CURIOUSLY to receive 10% off your first month 18:10 - The Irony of the Crucifixion 22:43 - Palm Branch Ashes 30:25 - End Credit

Joel spoke with repeat guest Nijay Gupta and first-time guest Melissa Barciela Mandala about Paul's notion of "love." They discuss the impulse to find a "theological center" to Paul's New Testament writings, the success of Nijay's attempt to locate the love of God as this "center," and of course, what we are all currently reading and enjoying.Nijay K. Gupta is Julius R. Mantey Professor of New Testament at Northern Seminary. He is co-editor of the Dictionary of Paul and His Letters (2nd ed.), The State of New Testament Studies, The State of Pauline Studies, and serves as a senior translator for the New Living Translation. His publications include Paul and the Language of Faith, A Beginner's Guide to New Testament Studies, Strange Religion, and commentaries on Galatians, Philippians, Colossians, and 1–2 Thessalonians, as well as his brand-new publication from Eerdmans The Affections of Christ Jesus, which will be the focus of our conversation today.Melissa J. Barciela Mandala is Assistant Professor of New Testament at Palm Beach Atlantic University and works primarily in Pauline studies. A revised version of her doctoral dissertation entitled The Suffering Body as a Site of Virtue Formation in Philippians is forthcoming with Mohr Siebeck. Her research focused on the apostle Paul's view of the body and suffering within his ancient philosophical context. The subjects of current and past work include various approaches to Paul's Letter to the Romans, virtue ethics in relation to Paul, and explorations of comparative methodology in biblical studies more broadly. Books Mentioned in this Episode:If you'd like to order any of the following books, we encourage you to do so from Hearts and Minds Books(An independent bookstore in Dallastown, PA, run by Byron and Beth Borger) The Affections of Christ Jesus: Love at the Heart of Paul's Theology by Nijay GuptaThe Suffering Body as a Site of Virtue Formation in Philippians by Melissa Barciela Mandala (forthcoming)1 Corinthians: A Theological, Pastoral and Missional Commentary by Michael GormanColossians and Philemon (Word and Spirit Commentary on the New Testament) by Holly BeersThe Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind and Body in the Healing of Trauma by Bessel van Der KolkRemembering Paul: Ancient and Modern Contests over the Image of the Apostle by Benjamin WhiteThe Sermon on the Mount and Human Flourishing: A Theological Commentary by Jonathan PenningtonLife on the Silent Planet: Essays on Christian Living from C.S. Lewis' Ransom Trilogy ed. by Rhys LavertyOut of the Silent Planet by C.S. Lewis

Episode: “What is love? (Baby, don’t hurt me).” These song lyrics–juxtaposing love and hurt–remind us that ‘love’ is used so frequently and flexibily in our culture that it is in […] The post Nijay Gupta – The Affections of Christ Jesus first appeared on OnScript.

Episode: “What is love? (Baby, don’t hurt me).” These song lyrics–juxtaposing love and hurt–remind us that ‘love’ is used so frequently and flexibily in our culture that it is in […] The post Nijay Gupta – The Affections of Christ Jesus first appeared on OnScript.

The Affections of Christ Jesus. In this episode of the Voxology podcast, Mike Erre, Tim Stafford, and guest Nijay Gupta delve into the complexities of love as presented in theology, particularly in the context of the Old and New Testaments. They explore the differences between Hebrew and American conceptions of love, the role of emotions, and the importance of empathy in relationships. The conversation also touches on the challenges of loving others, including enemies, and the necessity of cultivating genuine compassion. Throughout the discussion, the hosts emphasize that love is not merely an action or feeling but a multifaceted experience that encompasses attachment, devotion, and relational dynamics. Further, Nijay , Mike and Tim discuss the complexities of love, empathy, and relationships in the context of faith and social media. They explore the power of prayer, the impact of celebrity culture on genuine relationships, and the nature of God's love and jealousy. The discussion also delves into the concept of fear in relation to God and the importance of empathy as a tool for connection and understanding, emphasizing that empathy is essential for humanity and requires proximity to be effective.  Nijay's book can be found HERE Chapters 00:00 - Introduction to the Podcast and Guests 03:00 - Exploring the Concept of Love in Theology 06:04 - Hebrew vs. American Conceptions of Love 09:02 - The Role of Emotions in Love 12:00 - Love as a Verb: Actions vs. Feelings 14:57 - The Complexity of Loving Others 17:59 - Love for Enemies and Compassion 20:58 - Navigating Difficult Relationships 24:03 - Truth and Love in Relationships 29:39 - The Power of Prayer and Social Media 31:48 - Celebrity Culture and Relationships 33:09 - Understanding God's Love and Jealousy 37:17 - The Nature of Fear in Relation to God 44:10 - Empathy: A Double-Edged Sword 51:54 - The Importance of Proximity in Empathy As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV. Our Merch Store! ETSY Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy

Dr. Nijay Gupta earned his PhD in NT from Durham University. He currently serves as Prof of NT at Northern Seminary. He's written several books including Strange Religion, Tell Her Story, and the recently released: The Affections of Christ Jesus: Love at the Heart of Paul's TheologyRegister for the Exiles in Babylon conference (Minneapolis, April 3-5, 2025) at theologyintheraw.com -- If you've enjoyed this content, please subscribe to my channel! Support Theology in the Raw through Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theologyintheraw Or you can support me directly through Venmo: @Preston-Sprinkle-1 Visit my personal website: https://www.prestonsprinkle.com For questions about faith, sexuality & gender: https://www.centerforfaith.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Nijay Gupta is a New Testament scholar and author of twenty-five books, including Tell Her Story, Strange Religion, and The Affections of Christ Jesus. In this episode, Nijay and Brian talk about the true nature of discipleship and how love and service are at the heart of Christian maturity. Links & Episode Notes Dr. Nijay Gupta Tell Her Story Strange Religion Slow Theology podcast Seattle Pacific University Dietrich Bonhoeffer Discipleship Bonhoeffer for Armchair Theologians by Stephen R. Haynes and Lori Brandt Hale Bonhoeffer: Pastor. Spy. Assassin. (2024) | Official Website | Now Streaming on Angel Studios John Mark Comer Bridgetown Church Dallas Willard John OrtbergMade to Advance #38: Why trying hard is a losing strategy for spiritual growth with pastor and author John Ortberg Turning to Jesus by Scot McKnight This Is Your Life by Switchfoot Dallas Willard Research Center | Westmont College Grow Up | Engedi Church Alpha A.J. Swoboda Hallow The Spirit of the Disciplines by Dallas Willard The Affections of Christ Jesus by Nijay Gupta Engaging Scripture (with Dr. Nijay K. Gupta) Scripture References John 14 Luke 10 2 Timothy Made to Advance is a production of Engedi Church and is hosted by Brian Aulick. Send us your feedback at mta@engedichurch.com.

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In this episode Dr. Nijay Gupta returns to the Dojo to talk about something most NT scholars shy away from: LOVE! Nijay's book is available at: https://www.amazon.com/Affections-Christ-Jesus-Heart-Theology/dp/0802877168/ Nijay's substack: https://nijaykgupta.substack.com/ Nijay's podcast with A.J. Swoboda: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/slow-theology-simple-faith-for-chaotic-times/id1556188087 ***Disciple Dojo shirts and other gifts are available over in our online store! - https://tinyurl.com/24ncuas2 ***Become a monthly Dojo Donor and help keep us going! - https://www.discipledojo.org/donate ***Dojo Donor Patches: If you are a monthly donor and would like an iron-on DiscipleDojo patch, supplies are limited so message JM directly via the contact page at https://www.discipledojo.org/contact ***If you are an unmarried Christian looking for community, check out our Facebook group “The Grownup's Table” over at www.facebook.com/groups/grownupstable ------ Go deeper at www.discipledojo.org

When you think of the apostle Paul, what comes to mind? Maybe it's the strong words in his letters to the early churches. But what about his understanding of God's love? Dr. Nijay Gupta shares from his book, “The Affections of Christ Jesus: Love at the Heart of Paul's Theology.” Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

When we think of the Apostle Paul, we often picture a stern, unyielding figure - the finger-wagging scold, laying down the law for the early Christian communities. But my guest today, Nijay Gupta, is here to shatter that perception and reveal the beating heart at the center of Paul's theology. In Nijay's new book, "The Affections of Christ Jesus," he makes a captivating case that what truly animates Paul's writings is an overwhelming, spilling-over affection - a profound, personal love that should reorient our entire understanding of the gospel message. As we dive into this conversation, Nijay makes the case that the dominant theological frameworks we've used to interpret Paul's work - the camps of justification by faith, the apocalyptic Paul, salvation history are missing something. He argues that what's been missing is a central focus on love, on the emotional, relational dimension that lies at the core of Paul's vision. And Nijay doesn't stop there. He also brings in the insights of Augustine, the great theologian of love, exploring how our deepest loves - not just our intellectual beliefs - are what truly shape the trajectory of our lives. So join me as we explore the affections that lie at the center of Paul's writings - the love that should be the starting point, not the afterthought, of our theology.Nijay Gupta (DPhil, University of Durham) has written several academic books including Paul and the Language of Faith, and Tell Her Story: How Women Led, Taught, and Ministered in the Early Church. He has co-edited The State of New Testament Studies, and The State of Pauline Studies. Nijay co-chairs the Pauline Theology seminar of the Institute for Biblical Research and serves as a senior translator for the New Living Translation.Nijay's Book:The Affections of Christ JesusNijay's Recommendation:Becoming the Pastor's WifeThe Wild RobotShrinkingSubscribe to Our Substack: Shifting CultureConnect with Joshua: jjohnson@allnations.usGo to www.shiftingculturepodcast.com to interact and donate. Every donation helps to produce more podcasts for you to enjoy.Follow on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Threads, Bluesky or YouTubeConsider Giving to the podcast and to the ministry that my wife and I do around the world. Just click on the support the show link belowEmail jjohnson@allnations.us, so we can get your creative project off the ground! Faith That Challenges. Conversations that Matter. Laughs included. Subscribe Now!Breaking down faith, culture & big questions - a mix of humor with real spiritual growth. Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the show

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Muito bem, muito bem, muito bem, está no ar mais um BTCast, o seu podcast de bíblia e teologia! No primeiro episódio de 2025, Rodrigo Bibo conversa com Luiz Henrique Souza e Paulo Won sobre o livro “Estudos do Novo Testamento”, organizado por Scot McKnight e Nijay Gupta, lançamento da Thomas Nelson Brasil. Nesse livro, […] O conteúdo de Ética do Novo Testamento – BTCast 590 é uma produção do Bibotalk - Teologia é nosso esporte!.

In this episode, Chad interviews Dr. Nijay Gupta about his upcoming book "The Affections of Christ Jesus- Love at the Heart of Paul's Theology" with Eerdmans Publishing: it is scheduled for release near the end of February this year. They discuss how the idea of love is often overlooked in Paul's work as well as the Biblical view of affection and emotion in Christian Theology. Dr. Gupta's accomplishments are wide-ranging. Currently, he is a professor of New Testament at Northern Seminary, serves as co-chair of the Pauline Theology seminar of the Institute for Biblical Research, has authored numerous books, co-hosts the "Slow Theology" podcast, and is the senior editor for the New Living Translation of the Bible. We're very thankful to Dr. Gupta for taking the time to sit down with Chad and to Eerdmans Publishing for providing an early copy of the book and setting up the interview. We hope you enjoy!Buy "The Affections of Christ Jesus- Love at the Heart of Paul's Theology"Subscribe to our PatreonTwitter: @theologyxianFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ahistoryofchristiantheology

Merry Christmas! In celebrity conversion news, Denzel Washington got baptized at his church in Harlem just days before his 70th birthday and became a licensed minister, and New York Times columnist, David Brooks, has written about his surprising journey from agnosticism to Christianity. What do these stories tell us about our culture's ongoing hunger for God? On the other side, David French explains why some Christians now think cruelty is acceptable. New Testament scholar, Nijay Gupta, is back to talk about what the Gospels actually say about Jesus' birth, and what our Christmas pageants get right and very wrong about the story. Also this week—an airport in New Zealand bans hugs longer than three minutes   Sponsor - Logos Bible Study App: If you want to simplify your study and go deeper into Scripture, visit www.logos.com/holypost. You can get started for free with an exclusive extended 2-month free trial.   Sponsor - Hiya Health - Go to www.hiyahealth.com/HOLYPOST to receive 50% off your first order Sponsor - Faithful Counseling - This episode is sponsored by Faithful Counseling. Give online therapy a try at https://www.faithfulcounseling.com/HOLYPOST and get 10% off   Links Mentioned in the News Segment Is this airport's 3-minute limit on goodbye hugs ‘inhumane'? https://www.euronews.com/travel/2024/10/22/max-hug-time-three-minutes-new-zealand-airport-goes-viral-for-limiting-goodbyes#:~:text=Three%20minutes%20was%20%22plenty%20of,and%20serotonin%2C%20De%20Bono%20said   Denzel Washington Gets Baptized and Becomes a Minister During Live Streamed Ceremony: 'It Took a While but I'm Here' https://people.com/denzel-washington-gets-baptized-and-becomes-minister-during-live-streamed-ceremony-8765639   Opinion | The Shock of Faith: It's Nothing Like I Thought It Would Be https://www.nytimes.com/2024/12/19/opinion/faith-god-christianity.html    

Dr. Nijay Gupta of Northern Seminary joins us to discuss his upcoming book.  

In this special holiday episode of the Libertarian Christian Podcast, host Doug Stuart is joined by guests Cody Cook and Alex Bernardo to discuss the must-read books to add to your shopping list this season. Whether you're looking for fiction, theology, or social commentary, we've got you covered!Doug's Selections:Faithful Politics, by Miranda Zapor CruzLetters to my Palestinian Neighbor, by Yossi Klein Halevi The Ferryman, by Justin CroninOutlive: The Science and Art of Longevity, by Peter AttiaCody's Selections:By Water: The Felix Manz Story, by Jason Landsel, Sankha Banerjee, et alLosing Our Religion, by Russell MooreHow to Be an Antiracist, by Ibram X. Kendi (not recommended)The End of Race Politics, by Coleman HughesHutterite Confession of Faith, by Peter RiedemannSin and Its Remedy in Paul, edited by Nijay Gupta & John K. GoodrichPaul and the Language of Faith, by Nijay GuptaAlex's Selections:Jesus and his Promised Second Coming, by Tucker FerdaThe Ethics of Money Production, by Guido HülsmannA Theory of Capitalism and Socialism, by Hans-Hermann HoppeAudio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com ★ Support this podcast ★

This episode is a sermon I preached at my church on Sunday, October 27, during a series covering the fruit of the Spirit in Galatians 5:22-23. My topic for the week was faith and faithfulness. I explore how the concept of faith is central to Galatians and the rest of the New Testament, and why it would make sense for Paul to incorporate it into his list of spiritual fruit. When then look at the Greek word behind faith/faithfulness, pistis, and explain how it is a dynamic term that can be translated in many different ways. While pistis generally denotes faith/faithfulness in English, Biblical scholar Nijay Gupta argues that it is understood as ‘belief', ‘trust', and ‘obedience' in various New Testament passages. We explore faith as ‘belief' in 1 Corinthians 15:1-4, faith as ‘trust' in Romans 1:16-17, and faith as ‘obedience' in James 2:14-26. I also explain how ‘faith' is what brings us into a relationship with God but is developed and refined by the Holy Spirit if we allow Him to help us grow.  Media Referenced:Nijay Gupta, Paul and the Language of Faith: https://a.co/d/gduqK89The Protestant Libertarian Podcast is a project of the Libertarian Christian Institute and a part of the Christians For Liberty Network. The Libertarian Christian Institute can be found at www.libertarianchristians.com.Questions, comments, suggestions? Please reach out to me at theprotestantlibertarian@gmail.com.  You can also follow the podcast on Twitter: @prolibertypod, and Youtube, @ProLibertyPod, where you will get shorts and other exclusive video content. For more about the show, you can go to theprotestantlibertarianpodcast.com. If you like the show and want to support it, you can! Go to libertarianchristians.com, where you can donate to LCI and buy The Protestant Libertarian Podcast Merch! Also, please consider giving me a star rating and leaving me a review, it really helps expand the shows profile! Thanks!

While the New Testament is full of depth and complexity, its most important ideas have a profound simplicity to them. Professor and author Dr. Nijay Gupta shares from his book “15 New Testament Words of Life: A New Testament Theology for Real Life.” He talks about righteousness, gospel, and forgiveness. *Originally aired May 2, 2023* Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

New Testament scholar Nijay Gupta joins Kaitlyn to answer another baptism question: why do we have to go underwater?! Dr. Gupta explains the significance of water in the ancient world and in the Bible, and shows us how something scary can also be beautiful. - Sponsor - Go to https://helloned.com/CURIOUSLY or enter code CURIOUSLY at checkout to get 15% off. - Sponsor - The National Association of Evangelicals - Listen to the Difficult to explore how Christians can become peacemakers. Go to https://www.nae.org/podcasts/difficult-conversations/ to check it out!

The first Christians were weird. Just how weird is often lost on us today. The first Christians believed unusual things, worshiped God in strange ways, and lived a unique lifestyle. Many in the ancient world saw it as bizarre, even dangerous, but some found this new religion attractive and compellingToday we are interviewing Dr. Nijay K. Gupta. He is the Julius R. Mantey Professor of New Testament at Northern Seminary. He is cohost of the Slow Theology podcast, and has written numerous books, including Tell Her Story: How Women Led, Taught, and Ministered in the Early Church, and recently, Strange Religion How the First Christians Were Weird, Dangerous, and Compelling.Chapters: 00:53 Meet Nijay Gupta: Author and Scholar01:31 Origins of 'Strange Religion'05:19 The Concept of Believers06:56 Roman Society and the Christian Challenge16:39 Household of Faith: Early Christian Practices24:35 The Radical Message of God's Love31:55 Conclusion and Upcoming WorksFREE Attaching to God SummitBuilding Emotional & Spiritual Health by Attaching to God: Register Free NOWStay Connected: NEED spiritual direction or coaching that aligns with this podcast? Connect with Cyd Holsclaw here. Join the Embodied Faith community to stay connected and get posts, episodes, & resources. Support the podcast with a one-time or regular gift (to keep this ad-free without breaking the Holsclaw's bank).

Dr. Nijay Gupta joins us to provide an introduction to the short but powerful exhortation of Jude who encourages the church to live in the balance of strong commitment to orthodoxy and a life of compassion.

In this episode, Kim Dickson talks with Dr. Nijay Gupta about the New Testament women he highlights in his Book Tell Her Story: How Women Led, Taught, and Ministered in the Early Church. Women who are little known to the average contemporary Christian come alive as Nijay discusses the world in which these remarkable women lived, served, and suffered on behalf of Jesus. Nijay describes the importance of letter carriers in the Roman world and the significance of Paul choosing Phoebe for this important work. He also discusses the translation and theological issues that hid Junia's apostleship as a woman.     Bio   Dr. Nijay K. Gupta is professor of New Testament at Northern Seminary. He has written or edited over twenty books including A Beginner's Guide to New Testament Studies, Paul and the Language of Faith, and the award-winning and bestselling Tell Her Story: How Women Led, Taught, and Ministered in the Early Church. Gupta is also co-editor of the Dictionary of Paul and His Letters, and he is a senior translator for the New Living Translation.     Related Resources:  Find Nijay Gupta at his blog.   Resources mentioned in Interview   Nijay Gupta, Tell Her Story: How Women Led, Taught, and MInistered in the Early Church, (Downers Grove, Il: IVP Academic, 2023).   Paul and First-Century Letter Writing: Secretaries, Composition and Collection Paperback – October 22, 2004 by E. Randolph Richards    More CBE Resources with Nijay Gupta  Book Review: Tell Her Story: How Women Led, Taught, and Ministered in the Early Church by Brianna Cortez  Mutuality Matters podcast: New Voices: Women and Authority in the Early Church with Dr. Nijay Gupta  Galilee's Got Talent: How the Arts Empower Women  Teach us, Mary: The Authority of Women Teachers in the Church in Light of the Magnificat (Luke 1:46-55)  Mutuality Blog/Magazine: Why Deborah Makes All the Difference    Learn more about women in scripture and Christian history at ministrywomen.org.    Disclaimer   The opinions expressed in CBE's Mutuality Matters' podcast are those of its hosts or guests that do not purport to reflect the opinions or views of CBE International or its members or chapters worldwide. The designations employed in this podcast and the presentation of content therein do not imply the expression of any opinion whatsoever on the part of CBE concerning the legal status of any country, area or territory or of its authorities, or concerning the delimitation of its frontiers.  

Send us a Text Message.Dr. Nijay Gupta joins us to discuss his book Strange Religion.  

In this podcast—Part 3 of our summer reading series—TNC Pastor David Bryan teaches from Galatians 5 and Nijay Gupta's newest book, “Strange Religion.”

Is our modern, disenchanted world making us blind to the spiritual realms depicted in scripture? On this episode of Ryan and Brian's Bible Bistro, we discuss how the vivid imagery of Revelation contrasts sharply with today's secular perspectives. We also discuss Ryan Burge's latest survey data suggesting the rise of the religiously unaffiliated may be stabilizing, and what this trend might mean for the future of religious affiliation in America.How do we reconcile the spiritual claims of scripture with our modern, often secular worldview? We discuss the challenge of embracing passages like James 5:13-15 on prayer and healing in an age where medical interventions often take precedence over divine healing. From prayer and eucharist to baptism, we explore how these core practices are meant to bridge the spiritual and physical realms, and examine how contemporary interpretations of demons and spiritual warfare have evolved, reflecting our increasingly secular mindset.Inspired by Nijay Gupta's "Strange Religion," we dive into the transformative communion early Christians had with God, a stark contrast to pagan practices of the time. We share personal anecdotes on the importance of mystical experiences in nurturing our spiritual lives and emphasize the need to reconnect with spiritual disciplines. We also highlight the rich traditions of Roman Catholicism, Anglicanism, and Orthodoxy, discussing how they foster a deeper sense of belonging and faith, preparing us for transcendent encounters with God. Join us as we explore these profound themes and rediscover the enchantment of spirituality in a secular world.LinksSupport Ryan and Brian's Bible BistroPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/thebiblebistroFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thebiblebistroInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebiblebistro/Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3H7qRmgSpotify: https://spoti.fi/3I7Gw6AWebsite: https://www.thebiblebistro.comRyan and Brian's Bible Bistro is a podcast all about the Bible, theology, and all things related to the Christian faith.

This is the second in a series of episodes dedicated to a young woman named Lizzy. In this episode, special guest, A.J. Swoboda, shares his newest book, and we cover topics including questions about identity, love, desire, doubt, and criticism from within the Church. Lizzy is a college student from Chelan, Washington. Lizzy grew up in a loving Christian home but has a lot of questions about God, identity, and purpose. She is a very curious person and is someone who often takes things literally. She admits she struggles with anxiety and wonders why God pursues her when it's hard for her to trust Him. She says she's sensed Him trying to get her attention but is unsure about having experienced His love.  We hope you enjoy today's episode!   About A.J. Swoboda: A.J. Swoboda (Ph.D., Birmingham) is an associate professor of Bible and Theology at Bushnell University and lead mentor for the Doctor of Ministry Program on Spiritual Formation and Soul Care at Friends University. He is the author of many books, including The Gift of Thorns (Zondervan), After Doubt (Brazos), and the award-winning Subversive Sabbath (Brazos). He hosts the “Slow Theology” podcast (w/ Dr. Nijay Gupta) and writes the widely read “Low-Level Theologian” Substack. A.J. lives and works on an urban farm with his wife and son in Eugene, Oregon.   -- -- -- -- --   Links: FSR YouTube Page "How to Question Faith Without Losing It" with A.J Swoboda The Gift of Thorns Richard Dawkins Video FSR Patron      

What made the first Christians so different from their surrounding culture?  How did their worship differ from the way the average Roman citizen viewed the gods?  Why did the early church view themselves as a family and why is that so significant?  We'll discuss these questions and more with our guest Dr. Nijay Gupta around his new book, Strange Religion: How the First Christians were Weird, Dangerous and Compelling.Nijay K. Gupta (PhD, Durham University) is professor of New Testament at Northern Seminary. He is cohost of the Slow Theology podcast, founder of the Crux Sola blog, and has written numerous books, including Tell Her Story, A Beginner's Guide to New Testament Studies, 15 New Testament Words of Life, and commentaries on Galatians, Philippians, Colossians, and 1 and 2 Thessalonians. Read a transcript of this episode at: https://www.biola.edu/blogs/think-biblically/2024/christianity-as-a-strange-religion.==========Think Biblically: Conversations on Faith and Culture is a podcast from Talbot School of Theology at Biola University, which offers degrees both online and on campus in Southern California. Find all episodes of Think Biblically at: https://www.biola.edu/think-biblically. Watch video episodes at: https://bit.ly/think-biblically-video. To submit comments, ask questions, or make suggestions on issues you'd like us to cover or guests you'd like us to have on the podcast, email us at thinkbiblically@biola.edu.

The first Christians were weird. Just how weird is often lost on today's believers. Dr. Nijay Gupta shares from his book "Strange Religion: How the First Christians Were Weird, Dangerous, and Compelling." Susie mentions to "Believing Prayer" by Andrew Murray. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

Episode: Fighting statues? Mystery cults? Roman religion was strange. Yet in many ways Christianity was even stranger. Nijay Gupta’s Strange Religion explores how Christianity was oddly attractive to Romans. If […] The post Nijay K. Gupta – Strange Religion first appeared on OnScript.

Dr. Nijay Gupta (DPhil, University of Durham) is a professor of New Testament at Northern Seminary and has written several academic books including A Beginner's Guide to New Testament Studies, Paul and the Language of Faith, 15 New Testament Words of Life, and Tell Her Story: How Women Led, Taught, and Ministered in the Early Church. He has co-edited The State of New Testament Studies, Dictionary of Paul and His Letters (2nd ed.), and The State of Pauline Studies. He's also the author of the recent book Strange Religion: How the First Christians Were Weird, Dangerous, and Compelling, which forms the basis for our conversation. Exiles In Babylon Conference: https://theologyintheraw.com/exiles24/ Support Theology in the Raw through Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theologyintheraw

Today on the show we're kicking off the Let's Read the Gospels series that we're going to do every Monday in April here on That Sounds Fun. Over on the Let's Read the Gospels podcast, we're diving into the Guided Journal this month and going through the Gospels starting with the book of John. So, we wanted to bring in some of our favorite theologians and Bible teachers to help us really dive into each book one by one. And today we're talking all things John with one of our favorite friends and New Testament experts, Dr. Nijay Gupta. If you're a wannabe Bible nerd (LIKE ME), you're going to love conversation and all the WOWIE ZOWIE moments Dr. Nijay gives us. . . . . . Join us as we go through Let's Read the Gospels: A Guided Journal together during the month of April. ⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up here⁠⁠⁠⁠ to join the Facebook group and receive the prayer prints each week. . . . . . Want to watch this episode on YouTube? Head on over to our YouTube Channel and be sure to like and subscribe!  . . . . The ⁠⁠Let's Read the Gospels Journal⁠⁠ is out now! Grab a copy for yourself and a friend. . . . . Subscribe to Let's Read the Gospels with Annie F. Downs HERE. . . . . . Join our Patreon community Single Purpose League as we tackle the question: What is my single purpose and what is my purpose while single? . . . . . Sign up to receive the AFD Week In Review email and ask questions to future guests! #thatsoundsfunpodcast . . . . . Thank you to our sponsors! Athletic Greens: Try AG1 and get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D3+K2 AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase exclusively at drinkAG1.com/soundsfun. Thrive Causemetics: Get an exclusive 20% off your first order at thrivecausemetics.com/TSF. Shopify: Sign up for a $1 per-month trial period at Shopify.com/soundsfun. . . . . . If you'd like to partner with Annie as a sponsor for the That Sounds Fun podcast, fill out our Advertise With Us form! . . . . . NYTimes bestselling Christian author, speaker, and host of the That Sounds Fun Podcast, Annie F. Downs shares with you some of her favorite things: new books, faith conversations, entertainers not to miss, and interviews with friends.

Our friend and one of our favorite theologians around here, Dr. Nijay Gupta, is back! If you're like me and geek out when talking all things Scripture, I think you're really going to love this episode. Not only is Dr. Nijay a professor of New Testament, but he's also a senior translator for the NLT Bible, the New Living Translation, which we're using for the month of April on Let's Read the Gospels. So clearly this is our guy for all our questions! Today we talked about the first Christians being so different from Roman culture, the mystery of God and time, and the reputation problem of Christianity. Dr. Nijay is just so brilliant! Be sure to grab a copy of his newest book, Strange Religion: How the First Christians Were Weird, Dangerous, and Compelling. . . . . . Want to watch this episode on YouTube? Head on over to our YouTube Channel and be sure to like and subscribe!  . . . . The ⁠⁠Let's Read the Gospels Journal⁠⁠ is available everywhere starting tomorrow! Grab a copy for yourself and a friend. . . . . Subscribe to Let's Read the Gospels with Annie F. Downs HERE. Go to https://anniefdowns.com/gospels to download your 2024 January - March Reading Plan or purchase the 2023 Let's Read the Gospels Guidebook. . . . . . Join our Patreon community Single Purpose League as we tackle the question: What is my single purpose and what is my purpose while single? . . . . . Sign up to receive the AFD Week In Review email and ask questions to future guests! #thatsoundsfunpodcast . . . . . Thank you to our sponsors! Athletic Greens: Try AG1 and get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D3+K2 AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase exclusively at drinkAG1.com/soundsfun. Shopify: Sign up for a $1 per-month trial period at Shopify.com/soundsfun. . . . . . If you'd like to partner with Annie as a sponsor for the That Sounds Fun podcast, fill out our Advertise With Us form! . . . . . NYTimes bestselling Christian author, speaker, and host of the That Sounds Fun Podcast, Annie F. Downs shares with you some of her favorite things: new books, faith conversations, entertainers not to miss, and interviews with friends.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, we have Dr. Nijay Gupta back to talk about his new book, "Strange Religion: How the First Christians Were Weird, Dangerous, and Compelling." In this book, Dr. Gupta discusses and explores the social force of early Christians in the Roman Empire. He highlights the contrast between Roman religion and the beliefs and practices of the early Christians. The early Christians defied Roman hierarchy and power, rejected rituals of appeasement, and emphasized direct access to God. They also practiced gift-giving and generosity, expanding their acts of kindness beyond their own community. The early Christians challenged the notions of Romanness and monoculturalism, embracing diversity and inclusivity. What are the parallels between Christianity and Roman religion? How does Christianity resemble the Roman religion, including hierarchy and power, appeasement and divine judgment, and elitism and limited access? We talk about the influence of preachers, the role of the church, the professionalization of pastoral ministry, elitism and limited access, building up each other, the teachings and lifestyle of Jesus, authentic relationship with Jesus, dying to everything but Jesus, the daily question of dying, the scandal of pastors falling from grace, and making Christianity weird again... As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV. Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy

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The “He Gets Us” campaign ran a Super Bowl ad showing culture war combatants washing each other's feet. It has conservative Christians upset and non-Christians confused. Phil, Kaitlyn, and Skye react to the ad and unpack the many ways we misunderstand the meaning of Jesus washing his disciples' feet. Then, New Testament professor Nijay Gupta is back to discuss his new book “Strange Religion” about what made early Christianity so weird and compelling. He explains what Roman religion looked like before Christianity, and how those pagan values and practices are returning. Plus, Chinese spy pigeons and swearing parrots. Holy Post Plus  https://www.patreon.com/posts/skyepod-rapture-98104688/ 0:00 - Sponsor - World Relief - Visit https://worldrelief.org/holypost/ to download your family refugee guide and learn more about the Path Community   1:11 - Intro   2:41 - Show Starts   3:29 - Theme Song   3:51 - Sponsor - Hiya Health - Go to www.hiyahealth.com/HOLYPOST to receive 50% off your first order   5:02 - Skye and U2 in Las Vegas   10:27 - Foul-Mouthed Fowls   16:50 - Spies in Disguise as Pigeons   21:40 - Foot-Washing Superbowl Ad   47:08 - Sponsor - Better Help - Get 10% off your first month at www.betterhelp.com/holypost   48:09 - Sponsor - Wheaton Graduate School - Learn in a rich, rigorous Christian environment - www.wheaton.edu/holypost   49:16 - Interview   51:38 - Strange Religion   1:05:31 - What was Roman religion like?   1:13:40 - Modern Pagan Christianity   1:32:15 - End Credits Links:   Strange Religion: How the First Christians Were Weird, Dangerous, and Compelling: https://a.co/d/1BL9BXf   Holy Post website: https://www.holypost.com/   Holy Post Plus: www.holypost.com/plus   Holy Post Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/holypost   Holy Post Merch Store: https://www.holypost.com/shop   Holy Post Events: https://www.holypost.com/events   The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

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