Bible and Theology Matters: Insightful Conversations with Bible Scholars - Dr. Paul D. Weaver - DTS Professor and Biblical Scholar

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BTM 145 - Bad Theology Has Victims! Feb 26, 2025

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Ideas Have Consequences - Bad Theology Has Victims! In this podcast, Dr. Weaver discusses the disaster at Princeton Theological Seminar! Princeton Theological Seminary is a case study that proves Bad Theology Has Victims! As we examine the crisis at Princeton Theological Seminary through the lens of faith , we see the real and severe consequences of theological positions. Join us for this discussion that demonstrates why sound doctrine matters, and why the doctrine of inspiration and inerrancy of Scripture matter.

BTM 144 - Is Dispensationalism New - Part 2 Feb 20, 2025

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Is Dispensationalism just an innovative idea from the mind of John Nelson Darby? Dr. James Fazio returns to the Bible and Theology Matters podcast to answer that question and more.
In November, Dr. Fazio and I were at the Evangelical Theological Society, which is a gathering of evangelical professors and scholars from all over the world. Well over 2,000 are in attendance each year. Various scholarly research papers are presented, after which dialogue ensues. Dr. Fazio presented a paper that addressed the old accusation that Dispensationalism is new, novel, sometimes even called a theological innovation that was masterminded by John Nelson Darby. To view Dr. Fazio's presentation, the panel's response, and Dr. Daniel Hummel's response go to the link below. https://scspress.socalsem.edu/sbl-event/

BTA 143 - Is Dispensationalism New? Feb 13, 2025

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Is Dispensationalism new as some people claim? Dr. James Fazio will respond to this OLD accusation that is repeated ad nauseam.
Dr. Fazio is the Dean of Bible and Theology at Southern California Seminary. He also serves as Professor of Biblical Studies, specializing in hermeneutics and historical literature. He is the author and editor of several books including Forged from Reformation, Brethren and the Church, and Discovering Dispensationalism. He specialized in, and has done extensive research on, John Nelson Darby and the Plymouth Brethren. This makes him the perfect guest for this podcast episode. He has been on the Bible and Theology Matters podcast before to discuss the history of Dispensational thought.
In November of 2024, Dr. Fazio and I were at the Evangelical Theological Society, which is a gathering of evangelical professors and scholars from all over the world. Well over 2,000 are in attendance each year. Various scholarly research papers are presented, after which dialogue ensues. Dr. Fazzio presented a paper that addressed the old accusation that Dispensationalism is new, novel, sometimes even called a "theological innovation" that was masterminded by John Nelson Darby. In the podcast Dr. Weaver and Dr. Fazzio discuss Dr. Fazzio's paper that addresses this issue.

BTA 142 - Antisemitism and the Bible Feb 06, 2025

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What does the Bible say about Antisemitism? And why is there so much antisemitism in the world today? Professor and Rabbi, Pikman and Dr. Weaver will discuss these questions and more on this edition of the Bible and Theology Matters podcast.

BTM 141 - Humble Discipleship - Faithful and Focused: Part 2 Jan 30, 2025

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What does it take to partner with the Spirit in raising up faithful multipliers. In this episode, Dr. Andrew Yates and Dr. Ken Horton discuss practical steps for investing into others, building up disciples and experiencing the joy that comes with faithfulness in ministry.

BTM 140 - Humble Discipleship - Faithful and Focused: Part 1 Jan 23, 2025

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In this episode of the Bible and Theology Matters, guest host, Dr. Andrew Yates interviews Dr. Ken Horton on his recently released book: Faithful and Focused.
You can watch the interview at: YouTube.com/@BibleAndTheologyMatters
Website discussed in episode: : https://ministrycatalysts.com/resources/launching-multipliers/

BTM 139 - Dispensationalism: What is it? What is it not? Why is it important? Jan 16, 2025

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Dispensationalism – What is it? What is it not? And, why is it important? Dr. Weaver answers these questions and many more on this eddition of the Bible and Theology Matters podcast.
In this episode, we are airing a presentation that Dr. Weaver gave on January 5th, 2025 at The Tabernacle in Danville, VA.

BTM 138 - Biblical Theology of Rest Jan 09, 2025

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Is rest biblical, or do we have all of eternity to rest and we need to serve and work hard now because the days are evil? Dr. Stephen Cutchins, Provost of Southern Evangelical Seminary will answer these questions and more on this edition of the Bible and Theology Matters podcast.
Dr. Cutchins has been involved at Southern Evangelical Seminary in various roles for over 16 years, including on the Board of Trustees. He is the now the Executive Director of the newly launched Center for Innovative Training at SES. He is also a Teaching Pastor at First Baptist Simpsonville / Upstate Church and a regular conference speaker. In fact, that is where we recently met. We were both keynote speakers at a Bible Conference held in Houston. Dr. Cutchins holds a Bachelor of Education, a Master of Education, a Master of Arts in Religion, and a Doctorate of Ministry in Christian Apologetics. He is also in the dissertation phase of his second doctorate, a PhD from Dallas Baptist University.

BTM 137 - Isaiah 7:14 - A Virgin Birth or Just a Young Woman? Dec 23, 2024

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Was Mary, the mother of Jesus, truly a virgin? If so, was the virgin birth a literal fulfillment of Isaiah 7:14? Or was this the furthest thing from the mind of the Prophet Isaiah? Dr. Seth Postell, Academic Dean of Israel College of the Bible will be on today’s episode to discuss the meaning of this crucial text. Dr. Postell is the Academic Dean of Israel College of the Bible in Israel, an educational ministry of ONE FOR ISRAEL. Dr. Postell completed his PhD in Hebrew Bible under the mentorship of Dr. John Sailhamer. He also studied at Hebrew University in Jerusalem and did post-graduate studies on literary approaches to the Hebrew Bible under leading Israeli scholars at Bar Ilan University in Ramat Gan. He has authored or coauthored several books including Adam as Israel (2011), Reading Moses, Seeing Jesus (2017) and essays in The Moody Handbook of Messianic Prophecy (2020), The Handbook of the Jewish Roots of the Christian Faith (2021), Reading the Psalms Theologically (2023). Because of Dr. Postell’s interest in inner-biblical interpretation and the New Testament’s use of the Tanakh, he is the perfect guest for today’s program. In this conversation, Dr. Paul D. Weaver and Dr. Seth Postell discuss the current situation in Israel, the impact of recent conflicts on ministry, and delve into the theological implications of Isaiah 7:14, particularly the interpretation of the Hebrew words 'Alma' and 'Betula'. They explore the significance of these terms in the context of biblical prophecy and the broader implications for understanding the virgin birth of Jesus. In this conversation, Dr. Paul D. Weaver and Seth Postell delve into the interpretation of the term 'Alma' in Isaiah 7:14, discussing its implications for understanding the virgin birth of Jesus. They explore the lexical meaning of 'Alma', the contextual significance of Isaiah's prophecy, and the fulfillment of this prophecy in the New Testament, particularly in the Gospel of Matthew. The discussion also addresses the debate surrounding the concept of double fulfillment in prophetic texts and emphasizes the importance of understanding the original Hebrew context. The conversation concludes with reflections on the significance of these interpretations in the context of celebrating the birth of Jesus as the Messiah.

BTM 136 - The Historicity and Date of the Exodus - Part 2 Dec 19, 2024

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What does the archaeological record tell us about the date of the Exodus, and the Pharoah of the Exodus? Dr. Scott Stripling, Provost and Vice-President of Donor Relations at The Bible Seminary returns to the Bible and Theology Matters podcast to answer these questions and more.
Dr. Stripling is also the Director of Excavations for the Associates for Biblical Research at Ancient Shiloh in Israel. He is also the President of the Board of Directors of the Near East Archaeological Society, and holds a PhD in Archaeology and Biblical History. He is a contributor to the book “Five Views on the Exodus: Historicity, Chronology, and Archaeological Implications.” Please join me as we listen in on our previously recorded program.

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