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Hebrews #2: The Bible’s Best Sermon about Jesus

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 00:29:00 -0700

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**Hebrews is one of the most theologically rich—and often overlooked—books in the New Testament. In this episode of the Determined Truth Podcast, we continue our introduction to Hebrews by exploring why it has been so influential in Christian theology, why it's often neglected in churches, and how its message is deeply rooted in the Old Testament.**

Rob and Vinnie discuss the book's unknown author, why many scholars believe Hebrews is a sermon rather than a traditional letter, and the challenges of interpreting a book so thoroughly grounded in Jewish Scripture and the sacrificial system. They also examine Hebrews' remarkably high Christology, showing how the author presents Jesus as greater than the prophets, angels, Moses, Joshua, and ultimately the entire Old Covenant.

The conversation also tackles common misunderstandings about the relationship between the Old and New Testaments, emphasizing fulfillment rather than replacement. Along the way, Rob and Vinnie discuss perseverance, assurance of salvation, and why Hebrews repeatedly calls believers to remain faithful to Christ.

If you enjoy thoughtful, biblical conversations that dig beneath the surface, be sure to subscribe and join us each week as we equip the church to be the church.

#Hebrews #BibleStudy #ChristianTheology #NewTestament #JesusChrist #BiblicalStudies #OldTestament #ChristianPodcast #Theology #BibleTeaching #DeterminedTruth #Faith #Scripture #BiblePodcast #Church

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Hebrews 1: Who Wrote the Book of Hebrews?

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 00:57:00 -0700

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What is the book of Hebrews really about and who wrote it?

In this episode of the Determined Truth Podcast, we are joined by New Testament scholar Dana Harris to begin an in-depth exploration of one of the most fascinating—and often misunderstood—books in the New Testament.

Hebrews is packed with rich theology, Old Testament references, warnings about perseverance, and one of the highest views of Christ found anywhere in Scripture. Yet many Christians find the book difficult to understand.

Together, we discuss:

Why Hebrews is so important for understanding the entire Bible
Why most scholars do not believe Paul wrote Hebrews
The strongest candidates for the book's authorship
The relationship between the Old and New Testaments
How Hebrews presents Jesus as God's ultimate revelation
The meaning of "Jesus is better" throughout the book
Why Hebrews uses the Old Testament so extensively
The challenges faced by the original audience
Perseverance, suffering, and faithfulness in difficult times
The mystery of Melchizedek and Hebrews 7
Whether Hebrews 11 is really a "Hall of Faith"
How biblical theology differs from systematic theology
What Hebrews teaches about the humanity and divinity of Christ

Dr. Harris also offers practical insights into how modern Christians can read Hebrews without getting lost in the details and why understanding God's larger story of redemption is essential for interpreting Scripture well.

If you've ever struggled with Hebrews—or wondered why it matters—this conversation provides an excellent introduction to one of the New Testament's most profound books.

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Philemon #2: Slavery & the Gospel

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 15:08:29 -0700

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Does the New Testament support slavery?

In this episode of the Determined Truth Podcast, we conclude our study of Philemon, one of the shortest—and most debated—books in the New Testament.

Paul's letter to Philemon centers on a runaway slave named Onesimus, a wealthy Christian named Philemon, and a challenge that continues to spark discussion today: Why doesn't Paul explicitly condemn slavery?

In this conversation, we explore:

The historical context of slavery in the Roman Empire
The relationship between Paul, Philemon, and Onesimus
Whether Paul is gently persuading Philemon or subtly pressuring him
The significance of receiving Onesimus as "a beloved brother"
How reconciliation stands at the center of Paul's theology
The difference between Roman slavery and American chattel slavery
Why the early church may not have directly confronted the institution of slavery
Whether Paul's teachings ultimately undermine slavery itself
What this letter teaches modern Christians about human dignity, power, and justice

We also discuss broader themes found throughout Paul's writings, including unity in Christ, reconciliation across social boundaries, and the challenge of living out the gospel in deeply broken systems.

Whether you're studying Philemon, wrestling with difficult passages about slavery, or seeking to understand the historical world of the New Testament, this episode provides important context and thoughtful discussion.

📖 Key Texts:

Philemon
Galatians 3:28
Colossians 3:11
Ephesians 2–3
Philippians 2

William Webb, Slaves, Women, and Homosexuals
https://www.amazon.com/Slaves-Women-H...

Bible Project with Carmen Imes https://bibleproject.com/classroom/ex...

Christopher Wright, Ethics and the OT People of God https://www.amazon.com/Old-Testament-...

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Philemon #1: Does the Bible Endorse Slavery?

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 00:40:00 -0700

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The book of Philemon raises one of the most difficult questions in all of Scripture: What does the Bible actually say about slavery?

In this episode of the Determine Truth Podcast, Rob and Vinnie begin a two-part discussion on Philemon, Onesimus, and the complicated relationship between slavery, biblical interpretation, and Christian history. Along the way, they explore how Scripture has been used throughout history to justify slavery, segregation, antisemitism, colonialism, war, and other harmful practices—and why careful, humble interpretation matters.

The conversation examines:

The historical context of Philemon and Onesimus
Slavery in the ancient world versus American chattel slavery
How Christians have used the Bible to defend harmful systems
Why biblical interpretation requires humility
The relationship between truth, Scripture, and Jesus
The trajectory of justice and human dignity throughout the biblical story
Why Philemon remains one of the most important and challenging books in the New Testament

Whether you're wrestling with difficult passages in Scripture, questioning how Christians have interpreted the Bible, or seeking a deeper understanding of Philemon, this discussion offers thoughtful engagement with one of Christianity's most challenging topics.

William Webb, Slaves, Women, and Homosexuals

https://www.amazon.com/Slaves-Women-Homosexuals-Exploring-Hermeneutics/dp/0830815619/ref=sr_1_1?crid=G03LUOVZW64P&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.WYgYVxQLdH4xNWPaz4aWpQ.LubOEzSZ3E4qQhhZgLwEjl1ZCdSyTbW0Q3mYZRicjV0&dib_tag=se&keywords=William+Webb%2C+Slaves%2C+Women%2C+and+Homosexuals&qid=1781461982&sprefix=william+webb%2C+slaves%2C+women%2C+and+homosexuals%2Caps%2C185&sr=8-1

Bible Project with Carmen Imes https://bibleproject.com/classroom/exodus-overview-carmen-imes/sessions/20

Christopher Wright, Ethics and the OT People of God https://www.amazon.com/Old-Testament-Ethics-People-God/dp/0830839615/ref=sr_1_1?adgrpid=186429966876&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.L76EmsYb3BNGoNWLdKSW6lx6FfiWzFfEcEb-ezDBjeyTJ6e7NTUBf4PEtyjarevYvxFAx6eKja_WP99vwZVljZmg1_teuBfFAOyzwKM8m7hjkKV-O73Sr8vCU8-x2cjsjiozLeZxB6vav7R67tKI1a4INf7gQfd3TtK4eyTgNuh78MBibWUyeXRrYGCTt0K0Lb9J18jng5uppFFtjDSI9vxJwA7M_DY11BxD_udWnlM.TUqwwxZwIg1ExcKPNoyL-uGQp409hKN8feiluQ4RMzc&dib_tag=se&hvadid=792918667589&hvdev=c&hvexpln=0&hvlocphy=1014081&hvnetw=g&hvocijid=2282925062319380072--&hvqmt=e&hvrand=2282925062319380072&hvtargid=kwd-375817568813&hydadcr=2931_13892005_2446146&keywords=old+testament+ethics+wright&mcid=1a98bc646a1a37088de45a45a662907c&qid=1781462073&sr=8-1

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Scripture: Heal or Harm? | Steve Tracy on Spiritual Abuse & Church Leadership

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 00:01:00 -0700

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Can the Bible be used to justify abuse?

In this episode of the Determined Truth Podcast, we conclude our series on unhealthy churches, spiritual abuse, and religious trauma with author, theologian, and abuse expert Steve Tracy.

Steve shares decades of experience helping churches understand abuse, respond wisely to victims, and avoid the misuse of Scripture that often protects abusers instead of the vulnerable.

Topics include:

How common abuse is inside churches
Why some churches still fail to respond appropriately
The misuse of complementarian theology and authority structures
"Touch Not God's Anointed" and other frequently abused passages
Proverbs and corporal punishment
The proper interpretation of 1 Timothy 5 and accusations against leaders
Why biblical justice prioritizes the vulnerable
How churches can protect abuse survivors
The role of humility in biblical interpretation
Stories of healing and restoration through Mending the Soul

We also discuss Steve's ministry work throughout East Africa, where churches are being equipped to care for trauma survivors and bring healing in some of the world's most difficult circumstances.

Whether you're a pastor, ministry leader, survivor of abuse, or simply someone seeking a healthier understanding of biblical authority, this conversation offers practical wisdom, theological clarity, and genuine hope.

📚 Resources Mentioned:

Mending the Soul
To Heal or Harm
Mending the Soul Ministries

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How Bible Verses Are Used to Justify Abuse

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 07:54:35 -0700

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Can Bible verses be used to justify abuse?

In this episode of the Determine Truth Podcast, we continue our series on toxic church culture, spiritual abuse, and unhealthy leadership by examining how churches sometimes protect institutions, reputations, and leaders instead of victims.

We discuss the Southern Baptist Convention abuse scandals, church accountability structures, Christian nationalism, complementarianism, and several high-profile examples involving church leaders and abuse allegations.

We also examine several frequently cited Bible passages that are often used in discussions about abuse, including:

• Malachi 2 ("God hates divorce")
• Ephesians 5 ("wives submit to your husbands")
• Matthew 5 ("turn the other cheek")

Along the way, we ask important questions:

What happens when churches prioritize reputation over victims?
How should churches respond to allegations of abuse?
Can Scripture be weaponized?
What does biblical justice actually look like?
How can churches create healthier and safer cultures?

This episode includes discussion of domestic violence, church abuse, spiritual abuse, and sexual abuse. Listener discretion is advised.

Resources Mentioned
To Heal or To Harm by Steve Tracy
For Our Daughters documentary
Julie Roys
Wade Mullen
Scot McKnight
Diane Langberg
Chuck DeGroat

Determine Truth Ministries exists to equip the church to be the church through biblical teaching, theological education, and pastoral training around the world.

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#SpiritualAbuse #ChurchAbuse #SouthernBaptist #ChristianNationalism #JohnMacArthur #JohnPiper #ChurchLeadership #BiblicalJustice #ToxicChurch #DetermineTruthPodcast

Religious Trauma, Church Hurt & Moral Injury | Finding Healing After Spiritual Abuse

Mon, 25 May 2026 00:04:00 -0700

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What happens when the place that was supposed to feel spiritually safe becomes the source of deep pain?

In this episode of the Determined Truth Podcast, we continue our conversation on religious trauma, spiritual abuse, PTSD, and moral injury with licensed trauma clinician Eric Winton.

Together, we explore:

The difference between church hurt, religious trauma, and moral injury
Why some people struggle to even walk into a church building
How trauma impacts the brain, emotions, relationships, and faith
The danger of minimizing deep wounds with clichés like “just forgive and move on”
Why healing often requires both safe community and trained professional help
What pastors and church leaders need to understand about trauma-informed care
How churches can become places of compassion instead of additional harm
Why there is still real hope and healing after spiritual abuse

This is an honest, nuanced, and compassionate conversation for:

Pastors and church leaders
Survivors of spiritual abuse or religious trauma
Christians wrestling with deconstruction
Anyone trying to understand PTSD, trauma, shame, and healing within faith communities

If this conversation resonates with you, know this: you are not weak, crazy, or alone. Healing is possible.

📌 Guest: Eric Winton Counseling
📌 Follow Eric on Instagram & Facebook: Eric Winton Counseling
📌 Learn more about Determined Truth: Determined Truth Ministries

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Great Resources on the topic of Creating Healthy Churches

Documentary
https://www.forourdaughtersfilm.com/

GRACE (Godly Response to Abuse in a Christian Environment)
https://www.netgrace.org/

A Church Called Tov (Scot McKnight)
https://www.amazon.com/Church-Called-Tov-Goodness-Promotes/dp/1496446003/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&dib_tag=se&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.4lBAQzf3oJglpTj_7R8NbAeOg0H2oH4CTgx81Cm9okZZVtD9VFcS1uSUfVV2EQm5KZL1himBpHsyFB4D_Gifo4cf1QusTB-POg2TVGG7LdGmQvQa0IB928VE-Lzebn0QaYbWTVGVFLpXeUIBI_xAwisMWdvmpzjWJxaEPeX_KDzkLcEidFqxV9x2KN137nu9_VqW_lpT5_tSt6oq8-Jdy9yqaU0SHRxzumNuhx47RWQ.FqeuaDuA2RxUSi8NLD1Eu9aVNCvxijZDHQxchJMDJm0&qid=1772398542&sr=8-1

Something's Not Right: Decoding the Hidden Tactics of Abuse--and Freeing Yourself from Its Power (Wade Mullens)
https://www.amazon.com/dp/1496444701/ref=mes-dp?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_w=DfllH&content-id=amzn1.sym.476b1b7d-c787-4147-8a3c-fdef209103a1&pf_rd_p=476b1b7d-c787-4147-8a3c-fdef209103a1&pf_rd_r=0KK0SC6CEWNJ2Q64975X&pd_rd_wg=GCNhP&pd_rd_r=79c691b9-0dac-456b-bda2-afdb8d5268e5

When Narcissism Comes to Church (Chuck DeGroat)
https://www.amazon.com/dp/1514005093/ref=mes-dp?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_w=zdSwU&content-id=amzn1.sym.476b1b7d-c787-4147-8a3c-fdef209103a1&pf_rd_p=476b1b7d-c787-4147-8a3c-fdef209103a1&pf_rd_r=WKKWWGSF6Y2GYRHQ8926&pd_rd_wg=mFZQA&pd_rd_r=a6182de3-e16f-4416-9ef7-e30aa5043369

When the Church Harms God’s People (Diane Langberg)
https://www.amazon.com/dp/1587436450/ref=mes-dp?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_w=uVPPK&content-id=amzn1.sym.476b1b7d-c787-4147-8a3c-fdef209103a1&pf_rd_p=476b1b7d-c787-4147-8a3c-fdef209103a1&pf_rd_r=CAM1FBFN0J7Y0RS0HF0V&pd_rd_wg=KaJ0d&pd_rd_r=a0246e35-7d3f-4feb-89db-facae6fa4a8a

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Spiritual Abuse, Trauma & PTSD in the Church | A Christian Therapist Explains

Mon, 18 May 2026 00:34:00 -0700

Can church experiences cause real trauma?
What is spiritual abuse?
And how should Christians think about PTSD, anxiety, trauma, therapy, and healing?

In this episode of the Determine Truth Podcast, we sit down with licensed marriage and family therapist Eric Winton to discuss the growing conversation surrounding church trauma, spiritual abuse, PTSD, complex trauma, anxiety, and mental health within Christian spaces.

Eric brings both clinical expertise and years of pastoral ministry experience to this conversation as we explore:

What trauma actually is
The difference between PTSD and complex PTSD
Spiritual abuse and “spiritual bypassing”
Why overspiritualizing pain can cause harm
How churches unintentionally retraumatize people
Biblical counseling vs clinical therapy
Why some people no longer feel safe in church
The role of empathy, wisdom, and healing in Christian communities

This episode is honest, compassionate, and deeply important for pastors, church leaders, ministry workers, counselors, and anyone navigating spiritual hurt or trauma.

Guest: Eric Winton, LMFT
Follow Eric: @EricWintonCounseling

🔔 Subscribe for more conversations on theology, church health, biblical studies, and difficult issues facing the modern church.

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#ChurchTrauma #SpiritualAbuse #PTSD #MentalHealth #Christianity #TraumaHealing #BiblicalCounseling #Therapy #ChurchHealth #DetermineTruthPodcast

Great Resources on the topic of Creating Healthy Churches

Documentary
https://www.forourdaughtersfilm.com/

GRACE (Godly Response to Abuse in a Christian Environment)
https://www.netgrace.org/

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Safeguarding the Church against S3XU@L ABUSE

Mon, 11 May 2026 00:23:00 -0700

In this episode of the Determined Truth Podcast, we continue our important conversation on abuse in the church—focusing on power dynamics, safeguarding, and how churches can become truly safe environments.

What happens when leadership power is misused? How can churches protect the vulnerable while still fostering trust and community? And what practical steps can leaders take today to prevent abuse before it happens?

We explore:

Why power differentials matter—and why ignoring them is dangerous
How lack of accountability enables abuse and silences victims
The difference between claiming safety and actually creating a safe culture
Key safeguarding practices every church should implement immediately
The importance of clear policies, background checks, and ongoing training
Why churches must partner with trained professionals in abuse and trauma care
How to stay both wise and discerning without becoming cynical or fearful

This conversation is honest, practical, and deeply needed for pastors, church leaders, and anyone who cares about the health of the Church.

If we want to reflect Christ well, we must be willing to confront hard truths—and take real action.

Listen now and join the movement to equip the Church to be the Church.

Check us out: https://www.determinetruth.com

Great Resources on the topic of Creating Healthy Churches

Documentary
https://www.forourdaughtersfilm.com/

GRACE (Godly Response to Abuse in a Christian Environment)
https://www.netgrace.org/

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The Church’s S3XU@L ABUSE Pandemic

Mon, 04 May 2026 00:03:00 -0700

Rob and Vinnie continue their series on Church Health, this time engaging the DIFFICULT conversation of s3xu@l abuse within the church and within church systems.

We bring back our friend Somer Ransom to discuss her experience as a church practitioner and what she’s learned about this subject over the years. What is the appropriate way for opposite-gender Christians to engage? Is the “Billy Graham Rule” the 11th Commandment? Has the Evangelical Church wrongly identified the David and Bathsheba situation as “adultery” when it should be considered rape? What does GROOMING look like within the church? How often does the church “victim shame”?

Check us out: https://www.determinetruth.com

Great Resources on the topic of Creating Healthy Churches

Documentary

https://www.forourdaughtersfilm.com/

GRACE (Godly Response to Abuse in a Christian Environment)

https://www.netgrace.org/

A Church Called Tov (Scot McKnight)

https://www.amazon.com/Church-Called-Tov-Goodness-Promotes/dp/1496446003/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&dib_tag=se&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.4lBAQzf3oJglpTj_7R8NbAeOg0H2oH4CTgx81Cm9okZZVtD9VFcS1uSUfVV2EQm5KZL1himBpHsyFB4D_Gifo4cf1QusTB-POg2TVGG7LdGmQvQa0IB928VE-Lzebn0QaYbWTVGVFLpXeUIBI_xAwisMWdvmpzjWJxaEPeX_KDzkLcEidFqxV9x2KN137nu9_VqW_lpT5_tSt6oq8-Jdy9yqaU0SHRxzumNuhx47RWQ.FqeuaDuA2RxUSi8NLD1Eu9aVNCvxijZDHQxchJMDJm0&qid=1772398542&sr=8-1

Something's Not Right: Decoding the Hidden Tactics of Abuse--and Freeing Yourself from Its Power (Wade Mullens)

https://www.amazon.com/dp/1496444701/ref=mes-dp?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_w=DfllH&content-id=amzn1.sym.476b1b7d-c787-4147-8a3c-fdef209103a1&pf_rd_p=476b1b7d-c787-4147-8a3c-fdef209103a1&pf_rd_r=0KK0SC6CEWNJ2Q64975X&pd_rd_wg=GCNhP&pd_rd_r=79c691b9-0dac-456b-bda2-afdb8d5268e5

When Narcissism Comes to Church (Chuck DeGroat)

https://www.amazon.com/dp/1514005093/ref=mes-dp?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_w=zdSwU&content-id=amzn1.sym.476b1b7d-c787-4147-8a3c-fdef209103a1&pf_rd_p=476b1b7d-c787-4147-8a3c-fdef209103a1&pf_rd_r=WKKWWGSF6Y2GYRHQ8926&pd_rd_wg=mFZQA&pd_rd_r=a6182de3-e16f-4416-9ef7-e30aa5043369

When the Church Harms God’s People (Diane Langberg)

https://www.amazon.com/dp/1587436450/ref=mes-dp?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_w=uVPPK&content-id=amzn1.sym.476b1b7d-c787-4147-8a3c-fdef209103a1&pf_rd_p=476b1b7d-c787-4147-8a3c-fdef209103a1&pf_rd_r=CAM1FBFN0J7Y0RS0HF0V&pd_rd_wg=KaJ0d&pd_rd_r=a0246e35-7d3f-4feb-89db-facae6fa4a8a

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Music: “Love is Against the Grain” (Dime Store Prophets)

Between Two Kingdoms—Michael Bird: The role of the Church in the State

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 00:59:00 -0700

Rob and Vinnie continue their series on Church Health, discussing Christians and Politics.

In this special episode, the DT Pod replays a livestream from April 2024 with preeminent NT scholar, Dr. Michael Bird. In this interview, they discusses his book, "Jesus and the Powers." Explore the dynamic relationship between the church and the state, delving into timely insights on faith and governance. With Bird's expertise and prolific authorship, this conversation promises to offer illuminating perspectives on the role of the church in contemporary society.

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Great Resources on the topic of Creating Healthy Churches

Jesus and the Powers: Christian Political Witness in an Age of Totalitarian Terror and Dysfunctional Democracies (NT Wright & Michael Bird)

https://www.amazon.com/dp/0310162246/ref=mes-dp?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_w=3sqJa&content-id=amzn1.sym.9986c774-1242-403d-ae9e-f3251eb87773&pf_rd_p=9986c774-1242-403d-ae9e-f3251eb87773&pf_rd_r=5B404QG2HGSM58Z5NB33&pd_rd_wg=PKnk3&pd_rd_r=cbfe0eff-c830-4100-b1cf-4be3b87aab21

Religious Freedom in a Secular Age: A Christian Case for Liberty, Equality, and Secular Government (Michael Bird)

https://www.amazon.com/dp/0310538882/ref=mes-dp?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_w=tMMGN&content-id=amzn1.sym.9986c774-1242-403d-ae9e-f3251eb87773&pf_rd_p=9986c774-1242-403d-ae9e-f3251eb87773&pf_rd_r=RXWQBMVC2Q6JNR9BPQSG&pd_rd_wg=nvqj3&pd_rd_r=1b4cde0b-27a7-46c3-8a49-26bd3e5397a7

A Church Called Tov (Scot McKnight)

Something's Not Right: Decoding the Hidden Tactics of Abuse--and Freeing Yourself from Its Power (Wade Mullens)

When Narcissism Comes to Church (Chuck DeGroat)

When the Church Harms God’s People (Diane Langberg)

The Subtle Power of Spiritual Abuse (David Johnson & Jeff VanVonderen)

https://www.amazon.com/Subtle-Power-Spiritual-Abuse-Manipulation/dp/0764201379/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&dib_tag=se&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.gamBi63TclRIVPBxTv-pRuqjLaCH6zHxJg7mfafeeNQBvHmjWjEtqqHFSIN_1Lj7VWyTfWk3PpybZzNXngB61PQXnxSnfqwfEiGYLvolpnFi8EasbYpnJqtfKUbkk1ARz_KF4VVFTdbEaBTGSwwcfvaeU3_MIi3li7ZZ6--eqBOXWaM4f-sakjMeasOH23AhwB4GO4BQg8ffW7LrDWqxeqz_wcKGtWdyDGGWo8G8ixw.QTPRygGaPdlSZ2GR8GtEyG3rlxVNoI9q-tRr0tjybsI&qid=1773085465&sr=1-1

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Christian Involvement in Government—When Something’s Not Right?

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 00:05:00 -0700

Rob and Vinnie continue their series on Church Health, discussing Christians and Politics. In this episode, they survey the various theological positions regarding how the Church should engage with the State and Politics.

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Great Resources on the topic of Creating Healthy Churches

Five Views on the Church and Politics

Jesus and the Powers: Christian Political Witness in an Age of Totalitarian Terror and Dysfunctional Democracies (NT Wright & Michael Bird)

Religious Freedom in a Secular Age: A Christian Case for Liberty, Equality, and Secular Government (Michael Bird)

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Separating the Church & State—When Something’s Not Right?

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 00:33:00 -0700

Rob and Vinnie continue their series on Church Health…and sometimes the lack thereof.

What happens when politics overly influences the local church (on the right OR the left)?!?!?! What does it look like to be an American Christian in the church and be centered around Jesus instead of our political tribes?

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Great Resources on the topic of Creating Healthy Churches

Generous Justice: How God's Grace Makes Us Just (Timothy Keller)

Divided We Fall: America's Secession Threat and How to Restore Our Nation (David French)

The Myth of a Christian Nation: How the Quest for Political Power Is Destroying the Church (Gregory Boyd)

I Pledge Allegiance: A Believer's Guide to Kingdom Citizenship in Twenty-First-Century America (David Crump)

Before You Vote: Seven Questions Every Christian Should Ask (David Platt)

How Can I Love Church Members with Different Politics? (Jonathan Leeman)

A Church Called Tov (Scot McKnight)

Something's Not Right: Decoding the Hidden Tactics of Abuse--and Freeing Yourself from Its Power (Wade Mullens)

When Narcissism Comes to Church (Chuck DeGroat)

When the Church Harms God’s People (Diane Langberg)

The Subtle Power of Spiritual Abuse (David Johnson & Jeff VanVonderen)

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Women Experiencing Church Harm—When Something’s Not Right?

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 00:23:00 -0700

Rob and Vinnie continue their series on Church Health…and sometimes the lack thereof.

We have a return guest, our friend Somer Ransom, who shares perspectives on ways that women are often harmed within toxic church systems.

This is part of a multi-episode conversation where we talk about cultivating a healthy church environment and how to understand church hurt and church abuse.

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Great Resources on the topic of Creating Healthy Churches

Forgive: Why Should I and How Can I? (Timothy Keller)

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09PQ9DSHF/?bestFormat=true&k=forgive%20time%20keller&ref_=nb_sb_ss_w_scx-ent-bk-v2_k0_1_12_de&crid=1XUHTNIDQ6OST&sprefix=forgive%20time

A Church Called Tov (Scot McKnight)

Something's Not Right: Decoding the Hidden Tactics of Abuse--and Freeing Yourself from Its Power (Wade Mullens)

When Narcissism Comes to Church (Chuck DeGroat)

When the Church Harms God’s People (Diane Langberg)

The Subtle Power of Spiritual Abuse (David Johnson & Jeff VanVonderen)

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Scot McNight: Can The Church Be Good—When Something’s Not Right?

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 00:01:00 -0700

Rob and Vinnie continue their series on Church Health…and sometimes the lackthereof.

In this replay episode (July 2021), they bring on special guests Scot McKnight and Laura Barringer to discuss their book, A Church Called Tov.

Tragically, in recent years, Christians have gotten used to revelations of abuses of many kinds in our most respected churches…Respected author and theologian Scot McKnight and former Willow Creek member Laura Barringer wrote this book to paint a pathway forward for the church.

We need a better way. The sad truth is that churches of all shapes and sizes are susceptible to abuses of power, sexual abuse, and spiritual abuse. Abuses occur most frequently when Christians neglect to create a culture that resists abuse and promotes healing, safety, and spiritual growth.

How do we keep these devastating events from repeating themselves? We need a map to get us from where we are today to where we ought to be as the body of Christ. That map is in a mysterious and beautiful little Hebrew word in Scripture that we translate “good,” the word tov.

In this book, McKnight and Barringer explore the concept of tov―unpacking its richness and how it can help Christians and churches rise up to fulfill their true calling as imitators of Jesus.

This is part of a multi-episode conversation where we talk about cultivating a healthy church environment and how to understand church hurt and church abuse.

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Great Resources on the topic of Creating Healthy Churches

Forgive: Why Should I and How Can I? (Timothy Keller)

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09PQ9DSHF/?bestFormat=true&k=forgive%20time%20keller&ref_=nb_sb_ss_w_scx-ent-bk-v2_k0_1_12_de&crid=1XUHTNIDQ6OST&sprefix=forgive%20time

A Church Called Tov (Scot McKnight)

Something's Not Right: Decoding the Hidden Tactics of Abuse--and Freeing Yourself from Its Power (Wade Mullens)

When Narcissism Comes to Church (Chuck DeGroat)

When the Church Harms God’s People (Diane Langberg)

The Subtle Power of Spiritual Abuse (David Johnson & Jeff VanVonderen)

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How to FORGIVE when Something’s Not Right

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 00:05:00 -0700

Rob and Vinnie continue their series on Church Health…and sometimes the lackthereof. In this episode, they finish discussing the proper application of Matthew 18 when peers within the church need to resolve conflict. Then they spend exploring the biblical concept of Forgiveness: what it is, what it is NOT, and how it relates to justice and reconciliation.

This is part of a multi-episode conversation where we talk about cultivating a healthy church environment and how to understand church hurt and church abuse.

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Great Resources on the topic of Creating Healthy Churches

Forgive: Why Should I and How Can I? (Timothy Keller)

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09PQ9DSHF/?bestFormat=true&k=forgive%20time%20keller&ref_=nb_sb_ss_w_scx-ent-bk-v2_k0_1_12_de&crid=1XUHTNIDQ6OST&sprefix=forgive%20time

A Church Called Tov (Scot McKnight)

Something's Not Right: Decoding the Hidden Tactics of Abuse--and Freeing Yourself from Its Power (Wade Mullens)

When Narcissism Comes to Church (Chuck DeGroat)

When the Church Harms God’s People (Diane Langberg)

The Subtle Power of Spiritual Abuse (David Johnson & Jeff VanVonderen)

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Something’s Not Right—Matthew 18 & Dealing with Conflicts

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 00:21:00 -0700

Rob and Vinnie continue their series on Church Health…and sometimes the lackthereof. In this episode, they ponder questions like: Can the congregation help reform an unhealthy church leadership? Should pastors view themselves as the “CEO”?

What about Matthew 18 and dealing with conflict? What is a better way of understanding this often-abused passage?

This is part of a multi-episode conversation where we talk about cultivating a healthy church environment and how to understand church hurt and church abuse.

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Great Resources on the topic of Creating Healthy Churches

Forgive: Why Should I and How Can I? (Timothy Keller)

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09PQ9DSHF/?bestFormat=true&k=forgive%20time%20keller&ref_=nb_sb_ss_w_scx-ent-bk-v2_k0_1_12_de&crid=1XUHTNIDQ6OST&sprefix=forgive%20time

A Church Called Tov (Scot McKnight)

Something's Not Right: Decoding the Hidden Tactics of Abuse--and Freeing Yourself from Its Power (Wade Mullens)

When Narcissism Comes to Church (Chuck DeGroat)

When the Church Harms God’s People (Diane Langberg)

The Subtle Power of Spiritual Abuse (David Johnson & Jeff VanVonderen)

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Something’s Not Right—Church Hurt, Abuse & Trauma

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 00:50:00 -0700

Rob, Vinnie, and Danny Hall continue discussing the issue of unhealthy church systems and leaders. In the first chunk, they address the pursuit of seeing the church as a kingdom family (and the importance of community that’s needed to become self-aware in our pursuit of health).

In the second part of the show, they discuss the spectrum of church hurt, abuse, and trauma, and how the terms are often (wrongly) used interchangeably when they shouldn't.

This is part of a multi-episode conversation where we talk about cultivating a healthy church environment and how to understand church hurt and church abuse.

Check us out: https://www.determinetruth.com/

Great Resources on the topic of Creating Healthy Churches

A Church Called Tov (Scot McKnight)

Something's Not Right: Decoding the Hidden Tactics of Abuse--and Freeing Yourself from Its Power (Wade Mullens)

When Narcissism Comes to Church (Chuck DeGroat)

When the Church Harms God’s People (Diane Langberg)

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Something’s Not Right—Toxic Church Models

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 11:56:26 -0700

Rob and Vinnie welcome Danny Hall begin a multi-episode discussion looking at toxic church environments. How has the “church growth” and “mega church” model (since the 1970s) impacted the modern church? What should a healthy church leader look like? How important is self-awareness for the church leader?

This is part 1 of a conversation that will talk about cultivating a healthy church environment and how to understand church hurt and church abuse.

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Danny Hall: danny@dhallconsult.com

Great Resources on the topic of Creating Healthy Churches

A Church Called Tov (Scot McKnight)

Something's Not Right: Decoding the Hidden Tactics of Abuse--and Freeing Yourself from Its Power (Wade Mullens)

When Narcissism Comes to Church (Chuck DeGroat)

When the Church Harms God’s People (Diane Langberg)

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The Pastoral Letters #15: 2 Timothy & Sola Scriptura?

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 01:24:00 -0700

Does 2 Timothy 3:16-17 teach Sola Scriptura? Is it actually a “pastoral letter”?

Rob and Vinnie continue to discuss through the “Pastoral Letters” and in this episode give an overview of 2 Timothy, and the

the church, the Gospel message (as fulfilled in Jesus), and what we should expect from pastors.

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The Pastoral Letters #14: 1 Timothy 3 & Requirements for Pastors

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 01:48:00 -0700

Have churches misunderstood Paul’s message about the requirements for Pastors and Deacons in the church? Do we apply this chapter too literally, or maybe not literally enough?

Rob and Vinnie continue to discuss the church, the Gospel message (as fulfilled in Jesus), and what we should expect from pastors.

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The Pastoral Letters #13: The Pastor as Prophet? Disrupting Church Services?

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 01:14:00 -0700

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EPISODE

Are modern pastors supposed to prophesy? Is prophecy actually the “future telling of events” that we often think it is? How should the pastor respond when a church service is interrupted by a protest (like what recently happened in Minneapolis)? How should the church respond to Christian Nationalism?

Rob and Vinnie continue to discuss the church, the Gospel message (as fulfilled in Jesus), and the role of the pastor to be a prophet—declaring the word of the Lord for the church TODAY!

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The Pastoral Letters #12: Should Pastors Stop Preaching Sermons???

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 01:54:00 -0700

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EPISODE

Are traditional sermons the best way a pastor can effectively communicate the Word of God? In this episode, Vinnie and Rob continue to discuss the life of the church and how the modern sermon is often a hindrance to spiritual growth (personally and communally).

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The Pastoral Letters #11: Pastors, Churches, and Insider Language

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 02:26:00 -0700

EPISODE

The Evangelical Church can be a weird place—we have our own customs and practices, and pastors are often

Vinnie and Rob continue to discuss the life of the church: what pastors might struggle with, the insider language of the church, and

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The Pastoral Letters #10: Church Government Models

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 02:14:00 -0700

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How is your church organized? Have you ever thought about it?

What are the different forms of church leadership and governmental models? Should each church be autonomous and overseen by one person, or should they be part of a collection of churches? What about house churches? There are multiple ways in which churches have organized themselves over the centuries, and in this episode, Rob and Vinnie survey the various ways that churches gather and govern, discussing the strengths and weaknesses of all.

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The Pastoral Letters #9: Who Leads the Church?

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 02:31:00 -0700

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Who are the leaders of the church supposed to be? How does accountability work for church leaders? What’s a healthy view of church discipline? Is there a “right way” to decide these things? In this episode, Rob and Vinnie continue going through the Pastoral Letters, exploring the ecclesiological topic of church leadership.

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Happy New Year! The Gospel & the Mission of the Church

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 01:56:00 -0700

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In this episode, we welcome in the new year by replaying a very important Livestream that Rob did in 2024, highlighting the Gospel and the Mission of the Church, specifically by looking at Jesus’ Parable of the Sower, and understanding how the Parable provides insights into why the Church is in such peril today.

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Finishing Strong: Moving into 2026—Bonus Episode—Dr. Gary Burge

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 03:03:00 -0700

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We look back on a great 2025 and look forward to an even better 2026! Rob and Vinnie reflect and share one of their favorite interviews from 2025—the renowned Dr. Gary Burge!

Also, it’s the final week of the year, and a great time to make one last donation to a non-profit! Determinetruth is a 501(c)3, and we’d love your support. Maybe consider making a one-time donation, or becoming an ongoing supporter in 2026!

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The Pastoral Letters #8: “Continuing to Explore the Prominence of Women”

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 01:21:00 -0700

The Pastoral Letters #8: “Continuing to explore the prominence of women”

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Have you really sat down to appreciate how important women are in the biblical story?

In today’s show, Rob and Vinnie continue their discussion of the prominence of women in the Bible and in the early church.

“Something’s Not Right” (Wade Mullen)

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The Pastoral Letters #7: “The Prominence of Women in the Biblical Story”

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 02:53:00 -0700

The Pastoral Letters #7: “The Prominence of Women in the Biblical Story”

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In today’s show, Rob and Vinnie continue to discuss the topic of women in church leadership by doing a biblical survey, exploring the prominence of women in the biblical story. This is an important study because when attempting to understand a biblical theology, we can’t only focus on one text, but explore what the entire narrative is teaching.

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The Pastoral Letters #6: “1st Timothy 2: Women & Authority”

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 03:33:00 -0700

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Does the word “authority” always mean what we think?

Rob & Vinnie go through 1 Timothy 2, specifically addressing some of the reasons why “Authority” shouldn’t be interpreted the way we might assume, and how a better understanding of Paul’s use of “authority” in 1 Timothy 2 should change HOW we interpret this text.

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The Pastoral Letters #5: “Women in Ministry”

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 02:10:00 -0700

The Pastoral Letters #5: “Women in Ministry”

THIS EPISODE

What’s the proper role of Women in Church Leadership? Is 1 Timothy just SUPER CLEAR about it? How might dogmatic patriarchal systems affect the women who serve the church?

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie chat with Somer Ransom. Somer has a lifetime of experience serving in ministry, specifically in a complementarian context. She shares her experiences and insights….and is also Vinnie’s only other friend (other than Rob).

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The Pastoral Letters #4: Pastors in India: Determinetruth & the Indian Church

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 03:12:00 -0700

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Do you know about the church in India? For years, Determinetruth has been equipping pastors and church leaders in India. In the summer of 2025, we partnered with Indian pastor Karunakar to launch the Determinetruth Kaapari International Bible Seminar: a bible college where dozens of pastors gather together each month for a week-long residency. During this time, the Determinetruth staff provides instruction for pastors for a time of instruction, formation, and prayer.

Interview with Karunakar and Gayatri about their testimony

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The Pastoral Letters #3: “Church Q&A w/ Dr. Jace Broadhurst”

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 01:03:00 -0700

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Continuing from last week’s Q&A show, Rob & Vinnie are joined by pastor Dr. Jace Broadhurst, who answers the very same questions (and a few new ones). He gives a ton of great perspective on the beauty of the church, and the struggles that we constantly face.

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The Pastoral Letters #2: “Q&A on the Church”

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 02:59:00 -0700

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Rob & Vinnie spend time asking questions about the church like: what are positive and negatives that they see in the church? Do buildings get in the way of the church carrying out its mission? Do we need to GO go to church if we are at home listening to sermons and worship music?

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The Pastoral Letters #1: “Introduction & Overview”

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 02:08:00 -0700

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Rob & Vinnie begin a study through the Pastoral Letters (1 & 2 Timothy and Titus). Over the coming episodes, they will explore many of the themes that Paul addresses, specifically for church leaders (and how it impacts the church).

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2 Thessalonians #3: “The Church Will Not Escape Suffering”

Mon, 27 Oct 2025 01:06:00 -0700

2 Thessalonians #3: “The Church Will Not Escape Suffering”

THIS EPISODE

Rob & Vinnie are joined by Gene Green (Professor of New Testament Emeritas, Wheaton College), who gives a deep dive on the books of 1 & 2 Thessalonians…Gene may also be the nicest biblical scholar in America (maybe the world???) today! The discussion involves everything from how the people of God will have to suffer the things of this world, to eschatology and how the people of God will not be able to escape these terrible things!

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2 Thessalonians #2: Who is the Man of Lawlessness?

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 01:37:00 -0700

Podcast Title: 2 Thessalonians #2: Who is the Man of Lawlessness?

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Is the Man of Lawlessness the same person as the Antichrist or the Beast of Revelation 13??? In this episode, Rob & Vinnie dive into 2 Thessalonians and discuss the Man of Lawlessness, as well as the “antichrist.”

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2 Thessalonians #1: Hell….WHAT THE?!?!?

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 03:44:00 -0700

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Hell….WHAT THE?!?!?

Rob & Vinnie dive into 2 Thessalonians, and eventually discuss the issue of HELL, exploring some of the major Christian views (eternal conscious torment and annihilationism).

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1 Thessalonians #5: Like a Thief in the Night!?!?!

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 03:00:00 -0700

Continuing the discussion on the “Rapture,” Rob and Vinnie study 1 Thessalonians 5 and explore some of the erroneous views of the Second Coming, the meaning of the “Day of the Lord,” and some of the other exhortations to close out the letter. They also get really giddy because it’s the launch of the updated podcast (with new music and video on YouTube)!

Resources: Understanding the New Testament and the End Times (by Rob Dalrymple)

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1 Thessalonians #4: The Rapture is coming?

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 00:21:00 -0700

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When is the rapture? WHAT is the rapture? Rob and Vinnie examine 1 Thess 4:13-18, the famous "rapture" passage, to discern what Paul's message to the Thessalonians was. Rob and Vinnie argue that the passage describes the coming of a king to a city. They suggest that Paul encourages the Thessalonians with respect to those in the community who had died by assuring them that they had not missed the Second Coming of Christ, but instead, those who died will be the first to meet Christ in the air in order to escort Him into the city.

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Jesus, the Poor, Poverty #5

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 00:10:00 -0700

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In this episode, Rob and Vinnie finish their conversation on Jesus, the poor, and poverty by looking at the teachings of Jesus in light of His kingdom message. They argue that to understand what the people of God are called to do with respect to wealth and the poor, we must discern how Jesus' teachings reflect the kingdom of God and the Jubilee Economy.

They finish this conversation by having a discussion on whether or not Churches and those teaching the Word should charge for their service or make them available to everyone for free! Rob has strong convictions on this that influences how Determinetruth operates.

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Jesus, the Poor, Poverty #4

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 00:03:00 -0700

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In this episode, Rob and Vinnie lay a foundation for understanding the biblical view of the Poor in order to understand the context of Jesus' proclamation of the Kingdom of God and "Blessed are the Poor."

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Jesus, the Poor, Poverty #3

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 00:34:00 -0700

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In this episode, Rob and Vinnie begin a discussion of Jesus and the poor. They respond to the assertion that Jesus said, "The poor you will always have." They do so by looking at the OT context for this quote and argue that the people of God are called to be advocates for a just society in which "there shall be no poor among you" (Deut 15:4). What does this mean for the Church?

Rob recommended:

Michelle Alexander, The New Jim Crow

Bryan Stevenson, Just Mercy

Vinnie also noted:

Tim Keller, Generous Justice

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Jesus, the Poor, and Poverty #2

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 00:04:00 -0700

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In this episode, Rob and Vinnie take a hard look at how society treats the poor—and how our assumptions often do more harm than good. Too often, people are told their poverty is the result of bad choices, while at the same time, billions of dollars are poured into corporate bailouts with little public outcry. We challenge this hypocrisy and explore how practical, compassionate assistance—rather than blame—can help individuals and families break cycles of poverty. We also highlight the critical role of equal and competent education as one of the most powerful tools for long-term change. This conversation invites us to reevaluate our priorities and consider what true justice and genuine love for our neighbors truly require.

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Jesus, the Poor, and Poverty #1

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 00:02:00 -0700

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In this episode, Rob and Vinnie initiate a discussion on Jesus, poverty, and the poor. In light of the use of 1st and 2nd Thessalonians to justify neglecting the poor, they begin the discussion by examining the causes of poverty, particularly in relation to the role of education. The goal of this conversation is not to form a political opinion on what the government should do as much as it is to discern the role of the Church in this conversation.

Here is a link to the book Vinnie (and Rob) recommended: The Color of Law, by, Richard Rothstein

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1 Thessalonians #3: Paul on work and care for the poor: why we've gotten it wrong

Mon, 18 Aug 2025 00:05:00 -0700

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In this episode, Rob and Vinnie discuss the Roman background for Paul's exhortations that "If a man will not work, he shall not eat" (2 Thess 3:10). Rob explains that Paul is addressing some in the Church of Thessalonica who were attaching themselves to Patron--wealth elites in the city--in order that they didn't have to do manual labor. These Patrons provided for the Clients' well-being, but it came with strings. For Paul, the strings, which included supporting the Patron's social and political actions, as well as their religious convictions, undermined their confession of Jesus as Lord.

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1 Thessalonians #2 Why Don't We Suffer? Suffering and Persecution in Thessalonica

Mon, 11 Aug 2025 00:04:00 -0700

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In this episode, Rob and Vinnie get off to a rough start (two ADD guys), but rebound to discuss Paul's encouragement to the Thessalonians in light of their suffering. Then they address suffering and persecution in the life of the believer. As well as global persecution and the lack of it in much of Western Christianity. Why don't we suffer? Or, do we?

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1 Thessalonians Introduction: Wealth, Freedom, and Persecution

Mon, 04 Aug 2025 00:07:00 -0700

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In this episode, Rob and Vinnie give an introduction to Paul's letters to the church in Thessalonica. These letters were written around 50 CE and address the relationship between the Christians and the wealthy elite in Thessalonica, the persecution of the Church in Thessalonica, and the end times.

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Colossians #5: Gary Burge and Colossians: What are you afraid of?

Mon, 28 Jul 2025 00:16:00 -0700

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In this episode, Rob and Vinnie are joined by Gary Burge who has recently completed his commentary on the book of Colossians. Gary explains why he believes "fear" is one of the significant issues behind the book of Colossians.

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Colossians #4 Colossians for today: Living in accord with the New Creation

Mon, 21 Jul 2025 00:13:00 -0700

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In this episode, Rob (note the new mic and improved sound quality for Rob) and Vinnie address Paul's appeal in Colossians 3-4 to the church in Colosse to live in accordance with their new life in the kingdom! Paul begins by saying, "Therefore, if you have been raised with Christ . . ." (and they have), then live this way! Colossians 3 is critical to understand for the life of God's people today.

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Colossians #3: See to it that no one takes you captive

Mon, 14 Jul 2025 00:30:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie dive into Colossians 1–2, exploring the heart of the problem Paul was addressing in Colossae. They discuss the meaning of baptism and the question of infant baptism, and reflect on what to do when we realize our beliefs may not align with Jesus and the Kingdom. They also wrestle with how to engage fellow Christians who advocate for war and violence—views that seem to stand in contrast to the way of the cross.

Colossians #2: Christ "The Firstborn over all creation": What does that mean?

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 00:04:00 -0700

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In this episode, Rob and Vinnie examine Colossians 1:15-20. They examine how this beautiful poem is constructed to help us understand its meaning. What is the New Creation, and how is Christ the Firstborn over it?

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Colossians #1 An Intro to the NT's Greatest(?) Letter: the Colossian Heresy

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 00:09:00 -0700

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In this episode, Rob and Vinnie kick off their journey through Paul’s letter to the church in Colossae. They explore the striking similarities between Colossians and Ephesians and discuss the possible reasons behind this overlap. Together, they ask, “Where exactly was Colossae?” and “Why does its location matter for interpreting this letter?”

The episode also delves into the so-called “Colossian heresy”—a mysterious blend of religious influences that Paul confronts head-on. What was it? Why did it matter then? And what does it mean for us now?

Colossians is a short but theologically rich letter that lifts up the cosmic supremacy of Christ and challenges believers to live lives shaped by that reality. Understanding this letter isn’t just an academic exercise—it’s a call to reimagine what it means to be the church in a world full of competing powers.

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Immigration: Faith, Fear, and Forced Expulsions: Standing with Immigrants

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 00:03:00 -0700

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In this urgent conversation, Rob and Danny discuss the deepening immigration crisis in the US with Prof Russell Jeung, co-founder of Stop AAPI Hate, and professor at San Francisco State University. As ICE detains and deports individuals, including some with legal status, fear is gripping immigrant and minority communities across the nation. In this conversation, they’ll explore the racial injustices behind these actions, the historical context of anti-Asian and anti-immigrant policies, and how Christians and communities of faith can respond with compassion, advocacy, and courage. Join us as we wrestle with the ethical, spiritual, and human cost of immigration enforcement—and what solidarity looks like today.

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Gaza, the Gospel, and Christian Support for Israel: Has the Church said Enough?

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 00:15:00 -0700

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In this special edition episode, Rob and Danny interview Prof Ross Wagner to discuss the present situation in Israel and Gaza and to ask, "What should the church be doing?" This episode is the audio version of a live stream that can be found on the Determinetruth YouTube channel under the Playlist "Israel-Gaza War."

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Glory, Justice, and Peace: Jesus Breaks Down the Barriers That Divide: With Kristin Caynor and Werner Mischke Part 2

Mon, 09 Jun 2025 04:19:05 -0700

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In this episode, Rob and Vinnie sit down with Werner Mischke and Kristin Caynor to explore Ephesians 2 and the radical claim that Jesus is not only the peacemaker between God and humanity, but between all people. We unpack the biblical concept of glory as relational beauty and consider what it means to be God’s image bearers in a divided world. Kristin and Werner argue that true glory is found in relationships marked by justice, peace, and reconciliation. They show that in Ephesians 2, Jesus breaks down the walls that divide, and as His followers, we are called to do the same. This means loving our neighbors, tearing down barriers, and advocating for the dignity of all people, including, for instance, the moral imperative to stand with and feed the people of Gaza. To neglect this is to deny their humanity and abandon the ministry of reconciliation entrusted to us. Join us for a rich theological conversation with real-world urgency.

Here is a link to the website for Kristin and Werner's book https://onenewhumanitybook.com/

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Glory, Justice, and Peace: Jesus Breaks Down the Barriers That Divide: With Kristin Caynor and Werner Mischke Part 1

Mon, 02 Jun 2025 00:16:00 -0700

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Philippians #6 I can do ALL things through Christ?

Mon, 26 May 2025 08:48:01 -0700

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In this episode, Rob & Vinnie complete their overview of Philippians. They address Paul's exhortation to "be anxious for nothing" and discuss whether or not those who struggle with anxiety are in sin. They also look at Phil 4:13 and ask if this verse applies universally or if the context suggests a more limited application.

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Philippians #5: Who is the true Israel and why does it matter?

Mon, 19 May 2025 00:33:00 -0700

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"Who is the true Israel?" in Philippians 3? Though this may seem like a secondary issue, Rob and Vinnie suggest that it is critical to understand because it relates to the very mission that God has called us to.

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Philippians #4: 2:6-11 The Christ Hymn; The Best text in Scripture?

Mon, 12 May 2025 08:10:48 -0700

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To what extent are we to imitate Jesus? Rob and Vinnie dive into Philippians 2:6–11—the powerful Christ Hymn! While contemplating its profound Christological implications, they explore its missional call for believers to imitate Christ’s self-emptying love. They unpack how Jesus' journey from humiliation to exaltation shapes not only our understanding of who He is, but also how we’re called to live: embracing humility, service, and sacrifice as the true path to glory.

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Philippians #3 Unity in the Church? Is it possible?

Mon, 05 May 2025 00:40:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie begin part 1 of a look at the Christ Hymn (Phil 2:6-11) by discussing the context in which the hymn appears (2:1-5). In this passage, Paul exhorts them to be unified. But what does this mean for us today? The Church is so deeply divided; is it possible to bring unity? And what is our role?

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Philippians #2 To Die is Gain

Mon, 28 Apr 2025 00:04:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie kick off an overview of the book of Philippians by diving into chapter 1. They explore what it means when Paul says that "God will complete a good work in you"—does this imply we have no role in our spiritual growth? They also tackle Paul's surprising response to those preaching the Gospel from impure motives: Why doesn’t he rebuke them? And what about the afterlife—do we go to heaven immediately upon death, or is there such a thing as soul sleep until the Second Coming? Join the conversation as Rob and Vinnie unpack these rich and sometimes puzzling theological questions.

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Philippians #1 The Epistle of Joy in the Shadow of the Empire

Mon, 21 Apr 2025 00:38:00 -0700

In this introductory episode on the book of Philippians, Rob and Vinnie explore the historical and cultural background of the city of Philippi. They discuss Lydia—the first convert in Europe—and how her prominence and hospitality supported Paul and Silas in their mission. The episode also unpacks the significance of Philippi as a Roman colony and how that shaped the dynamics of power, status, and citizenship in the early church. Finally, they reflect on the nature of Roman prisons and how Paul's joy, even while imprisoned, speaks volumes about the Gospel's power.

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Ephesians #4 Spiritual Warfare

Mon, 14 Apr 2025 00:38:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie discuss Paul's exhortation to put on the "full armor of God" and spiritual warfare. They explore it through several lenses, beginning with the biblical narrative of the kingdom of God versus the kingdoms of the world. They emphasize that Satan wages war through deception, and believers are called to respond with the truth of God’s Word. The conversation also delves into the reality of the demonic and how it fits within the broader context of spiritual conflict in the life of faith.

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Ephesians 3: Wives, Children, Slaves: What Does This Mean?

Mon, 07 Apr 2025 00:32:00 -0700

So what does Paul say about wives submitting to husbands? And does the Bible endorse slavery? In this episode, Rob and Vinnie explore the household code and Paul's central message to the Ephesians congregation. In doing so, Paul adapted the Roman household code, which was very patriarchal, in light of the Christian ethic and the central command to "Be imitators of God" and "walk in love."

Here is the link to the image of the umbrella that we refer to at the 29:30 mark

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Ephesians 2: Predestination-Free Will?

Mon, 31 Mar 2025 00:19:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie continue to provide an overview of the book of Ephesians. They explore the issue of Predestination and Free Will (finally solving this long-held debate). They also lay a foundation for understanding Ephesians in light of the great storyline of God's work in creation. They stress how Ephesians is an exhortation to live in accord with the work that God has done.

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Ephesians: Paul's Classic letter; an overview

Mon, 24 Mar 2025 00:03:00 -0700

In this first episode of our series on Ephesians, Rob and Vinnie explore why Ephesians might be the greatest of all Paul’s letters. We dive into Paul’s powerful use of “In Christ” language, unpacking its significance for understanding the message of Ephesians. We also provide an overview of Paul’s argument in the letter, setting the stage for deeper exploration in future episodes. This is a great starting point for anyone wanting to grasp the richness of this classic epistle!

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The Church Today: dealing with religious Trauma

Mon, 17 Mar 2025 00:28:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie explore the realities of religious trauma and spiritual abuse—how they manifest, their lasting impact, and why so many have been hurt by the very place meant to offer healing. We discuss how the church has too often been a source of harm rather than refuge and what it truly means to be a place of restoration and grace. What does a Christ-centered response to spiritual abuse look like? Join us as we engage in an honest, compassionate conversation about pain, faith, and the hope for a healthier, more redemptive church.

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Artemis, Women pastors (2 Tim 2), and Ephesians with Sandra Glahn

Mon, 10 Mar 2025 00:38:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie interview NT scholar Sandra Glahn to discuss her book Nobody's Mother. Sandra argues that understanding the historical, archaeological, and inscriptional evidence relating to Artemis provides a critical backdrop to Paul's letter to Timothy and his exhortation that wives should not be teaching their husbands because Adam was made first and Eve sinned first, and to the book of Ephesians.

To learn more about Sandra Glahn see:

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Bridging Divides: Bernard Emerson & Building a Multi-Ethnic Church (part 2)

Mon, 03 Mar 2025 00:04:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie sit down again with Bernard Emerson to discuss his work in starting a multi-ethnic church in Oakland, CA. We explore the challenges and joys of blending two congregations from different racial backgrounds, the role of the church in addressing race and justice, and what it takes to build a truly inclusive faith community. Join us for a powerful conversation on unity, reconciliation, and the gospel’s call to love across racial and cultural lines.

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Bridging Divides: Bernard Emerson & Building a Multi-Ethnic Church (part 1)

Mon, 24 Feb 2025 00:15:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie sit down with Bernard Emerson to discuss his work in starting a multi-ethnic church in Oakland, CA. We explore the challenges and joys of blending two congregations from different racial backgrounds, the role of the church in addressing race and justice, and what it takes to build a truly inclusive faith community. Join us for a powerful conversation on unity, reconciliation, and the gospel’s call to love across racial and cultural lines.

Here is the link for Bernard's podcast

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Galatians Part 8: What is the Church supposed to look like?

Mon, 17 Feb 2025 00:07:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie conclude their overview of Galatians and look into Galatians 6. They discuss what the household of God's people (the church) is supposed to look like and what Galatians means for them.

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Galatians Part 7: The Fruit of the Spirit and the Deeds of the Flesh

Mon, 10 Feb 2025 00:22:00 -0700

Rob and Vinnie dive into Galatians 5, exploring the contrast between the deeds of the flesh and the fruit of the Spirit. They discuss how Paul’s list of sinful behaviors was meant to be viewed collectively rather than as isolated wrongs, challenging the Galatians' sense of superiority over others. Paul’s emphasis on the fruit of the Spirit wasn’t about rigid moralism but about the freedom found in Christ. But what does it truly mean to live by the Spirit and bear its fruit? Rob and Vinnie break down each aspect of this passage, offering practical insights on how the Church today can embody Spirit-led living

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Galatians Part 6: The Fruit of the Spirit (part 1)

Mon, 03 Feb 2025 00:16:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie discuss Galatians 5 and the Fruit of the Spirit. They address questions such as: "What if I stumble and live according to the deeds of the Flesh?: "Doesn't it say that if we live according to the flesh we will not inherit the kingdom?" In this first discussion of the Fruit of the Spirit, Rob and Vinnie examine the Fruit of the Spirit in light of Paul's message to the churches of Galatia. They address the passage from the perspective of the text and from a pastoral perspective. Plus you won't want to miss Rob's singing performance! And what a performance it was--very (un)forgettable.

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Galatians Part 5: Should we baptize infants?

Mon, 27 Jan 2025 00:03:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie continue their dive into the book of Galatians. They discuss the role of the Cross and the Spirit in the book of Galatians. They also "debate" the topic of Paedobaptism (baptism of infants and children) and Credobaptism (often termed "believers baptism).

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Galatians Part 4: Faith in Christ and matters relating to Gender

Mon, 20 Jan 2025 00:02:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie finish their look at the central argument in the book of Galatians. They argue that for Paul, Christ is the fulfillment of the OT promises. They then discuss what this means for us today, especially concerning women in the church and ministry.

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Galatian Part 3: The Gospel to Abraham?

Mon, 13 Jan 2025 00:34:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie continue their overview of the book of Galatians by looking at Paul's response to his opponents in Galatia. Paul explains that membership into the community of God's people is not through the "works of the Law" but by Faith in Christ. He then notes that this is what was preached to Abraham! Paul even says that "the Gospel" was preached to Abraham (Gal 3:8).

Rob and Vinnie then discuss what this means for the Jewish people today. And what about Muslims and Hindus who come to faith in Christ.

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The Xmas Story: Its Meaning and Significance for Today

Mon, 23 Dec 2024 00:52:00 -0700

The Xmas story circulating many churches this holiday season has taken the shape of our Western, individualistic, and consumeristic understanding. In this episode, Rob and Vinnie set the record straight (well, they attempt to) by looking at Luke 2. The Xmas (no, this is not taking the "Christ" out of "Christmas"--they discuss this also) is a critical part of the Christian story, and its meaning for us today is also vital. We hope you enjoy the show--and btw Vinnie gets carried away with Danny jokes but Danny gave his approval!

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Galatians Part 2: Who are the people of God?

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 00:24:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie continue to explore the situation behind the book of Galatians. In particular, they address Paul's understanding that the people of God are no longer defined by the "works of the Law" but by faith in Christ.

Michael Bird An Anomalous Jew

NT Wright Paul

FF Bruce Apostle of the Heart Set Free

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Galatians Part 1: Understanding Galatians and its contemporary relevance

Mon, 09 Dec 2024 00:02:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie provide an introduction to the background of the book of Galatians. They discuss the fragile situation behind the acceptance of Gentiles (non-Jews) in the covenant community and some of the difficulties that ensued in the early church. This background is critical to understanding Galatians and many of the books of the NT.

PS. Rob and Vinnie are aware that they are having too much fun producing the podcast, and they are working to rectify the situation

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War, Israel-Palestine (Gaza), and the Church's role

Mon, 25 Nov 2024 00:47:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie discuss war, Israel-Palestine, and the role of the Church in light of the publication of Rob's new book. This is a difficult conversation and there is much context that we assume many of our regular listeners are familiar with.

If this is a new conversation for you, we encourage you to see:

The Determinetruth YouTube page and the playlists

Israel-Gaza war

& Introduction to Israel-Palestine

As well as the Determinetruth blog series on "Israel-Palestine"

2 Corinthians Part 6: What does Paul say about Giving and what does it mean for us?

Mon, 18 Nov 2024 06:37:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie conclude their discussion of giving and its meaning for the church today. Are we required to give a tenth? What about those who can't give? What about those who can give more? 1 John 3:16 says that we must consider our brothers and sisters in Christ. Rob and Vinnie will discuss these difficult questions.

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2 Corinthians with Jason Staples

Mon, 11 Nov 2024 00:18:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie interview NT scholar Jason Staples about 2nd Corinthians. Jason expertly delves into the significance of the letter, tying it to Paul's message of the new covenant and the new creation. This is a can't-miss episode as Jason explores 2nd Corinthians in light of Moses, the prophets, and Paul's message.

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Paul and the resurrection of Israel

The Idea of Israel in Second Temple Judaism

2 Corinthians Part 5: What does the NT teach on giving?

Mon, 04 Nov 2024 00:06:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie begin a discussion of giving from 2 Cor 8-9. What does the Bible say? Is 10% required, or does the NT abolish the demand to tithe 10%?

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2nd Corinthians Part 4: You are the temple of God! What does this mean?

Mon, 28 Oct 2024 00:03:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie look at 2 Cor 6 and Paul's assertion that we are the temple of God. They examine it in light of the OT covenant context of Ezek 37 and Lev 26. They also look at its significance in light of Paul's message in 2 Cor: "we are ambassadors for Christ as if God were making His appeal through us!"

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One Year Later: Reflecting on Israel, Gaza, and Fostering Courageous Conversations in the Church

Mon, 21 Oct 2024 00:02:00 -0700

Rob and Vinnie reflect on the Hamas terror attack of Oct 7, 2023, and Israel's devastating response on Gaza beginning Oct 8, 2023. They lament and grieve the suffering that everyone has experienced. They also discuss how to have conversations aimed at peacemaking in the church. Such conversations are especially difficult when many Christians believe that Israel is God's chosen people and, therefore, they can do no wrong.

To view Rob's livestream from Oct 7, 2024 discussing this same topic with several leading Evangelical figures, click Here

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2nd Corinthians Part 3: What does it mean to be unequally yoked?

Mon, 14 Oct 2024 13:57:00 -0700

If you were raised in the church, especially if you went to youth group, you have heard it many times: Christians should not date or marry non-Christians because we are not to be unequally yoked. But is that what Paul is talking about in 2 Cor 6?

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie continue to examine 2 Corinthians 5-6 and what it means to be ambassadors for Christ. They also discuss how the unequally yoked passage fits into the text and what it means for us today!

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2nd Corinthians Part 2: We are ambassadors

Mon, 07 Oct 2024 00:08:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie continue to examine the text of 2nd Corinthians. They focus primarily on 2 Cor 5-6 and Paul's reminder that if we are "in Christ," we have become a "new creation." For Paul, this means that we are to serve as Christ's ambassadors.

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2nd Corinthians Part 1: We are Jars of Clay that the Power will be of God: (4:7)

Mon, 30 Sep 2024 00:30:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie dive into 2 Corinthians 4:7-12, where Paul describes believers as "jars of clay," fragile vessels meant to showcase the surpassing power of God. They explore Paul's profound reflections on suffering, including his mention of a "thorn in the flesh," and consider what he might have meant by this personal affliction. This conversation is key to grasping Paul's message in 2nd Corinthians and offers deep insights into the nature of discipleship and what it means to follow Christ amid challenges.

Here is the link for the livestream with Kristin Caynor

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Paul and Corinth Part 5: Paul and the Mega Church

Mon, 23 Sep 2024 00:08:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie continue their discussion of the modern church in light of Paul's letters to the church in Corinth. Can churches learn leadership principles from the corporate world? What is the key to incorporating successful business practices in the church? How much should pastors be paid? Why is it so difficult to remove celebrity pastors from their roles when they do wrong? And how does all of this relate to Paul's letters to the church in Corinth?

Here is the link to Rob's livestream on the Parable of the Sower and the contemporary church https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2iJ8IaDuZLQ&list=PLn2HzYjjSLcw_LPjvUF1ETYa0bpCU83sh&index=2&t=5s

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Paul and Corinth Part 4: Leadership and Conflict in the Church

Mon, 16 Sep 2024 00:44:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie continue their exploration of 2nd Corinthians, focusing on its relevance to the contemporary church. As Paul's most personal and autobiographical letter, much of it involves him defending his actions and apostolic authority. Rob and Vinnie examine how these dynamics apply today—when is it appropriate for pastors to defend themselves, and when should they refrain? They emphasize that love must be the guiding principle for church leadership and relationships.

The discussion also tackles the challenges of church leadership, particularly in the context of mega-churches: are they truly effective in making disciples, or do they dilute the radical message of the gospel? Finally, they dive into church history, questioning the legacy of Theodosius’ decision to make Christianity the official religion of the Roman Empire—was this a blessing or a misstep for the faith?"

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Paul and Corinth Part 3: Leadership and the Church

Mon, 09 Sep 2024 00:15:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie continue their discussion of 2nd Corinthians and the church. They discuss Paul's defense of himself in 2nd Corinthians and the role of pastors in the local church. Is it acceptable to respond to criticism? Paul did it. If so, what does an acceptable response look like?

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Revelation: The Business of War: with James McCarty

Mon, 02 Sep 2024 00:05:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie dive into a thought-provoking discussion with James McCarty, esteemed Professor of Ethics at Boston University and editor of "The Business of War." In this livestream/podcast event, we explore the role of the Beast and the Great Prostitute in the book of Revelation and discuss their relevance in today's world concerning the US and the military-industrial complex. With James' expert insights, we'll unravel the intricate connections between spirituality, militarism, and the military-industrial complex, shedding light on how warfare benefits significant corporations. Don't miss this insightful conversation that promises to challenge perceptions and inspire more profound reflection on the intersections of faith, ethics, and global conflicts.

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James' website can be found at https://drjamesmccarty.com/

Here is a link to James' book "The Business of War"

Paul and Corinth Part 2: Understanding the Church today

Mon, 19 Aug 2024 00:20:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie continue their study of 2 Corinthians. They ask, "Is boasting always wrong?" and a host of other issues as they explore Paul's most autobiographical letter.

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Paul and Corinth Part 1: What is the Church?

Mon, 12 Aug 2024 00:31:00 -0700

In this episode, we set out to introduce 2nd Corinthians but found ourselves delving deeply into what the church should truly look like and where it has strayed from its mission. We explore the teachings of 2nd Corinthians and discuss the ideals of church leadership, community, and purpose, reflecting on how we can align more closely with the vision of the Scriptures.

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Revelation: The Final episode; What did we learn?

Mon, 05 Aug 2024 00:24:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie discuss the book of Revelation. What did we learn? Is there wrath in the book or does the idea that Revelation is a Love Story preclude God's wrath?

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End Times and Trauma: Interview with Dan Koch

Mon, 29 Jul 2024 00:32:00 -0700

In today's episode, Rob and Vinnie are joined by DT's Danny Hall and licensed trauma expert Dan Koch to discuss spiritual abuse in the church. In particular, the conversation centers on how End Times theology has contributed to trauma among some Christians.

To learn more about Dan and his work you can follow his podcast "You Have Permission" on Itunes, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.

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Revelation with Wes Howard-Brook part 2

Mon, 22 Jul 2024 00:34:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob continues his discussion of the book of Revelation with Wes Howard-Brook. Wes' understanding of what Revelation means for the people of God today may well be the most refined and provocative. This is one interview you won't want to miss, and you will likely need to replay several times as you process the implications for the book of Revelation today.

Wes Howard-Brook has been teaching, writing and living at the intersection of church, academy and the world since 1988. After a career as an attorney for the US federal government and Washington state governments, Wes left law practice in 1985 to earn a Master of Divinity degree at Seattle University. During the late 1980s and early 1990s, he was part of Galilee Circle, an ecumenical Christian small community, which sought to live the radical Word of the Gospel in both personal and public ways, including a series of nonviolent direct actions at various private and public places of warmaking and imperial violence. He taught Bible and theology at Seattle University from 2003-2021. Now retired, Wes continues his Scripture work via a YouTube channel, Radical Bible.

He has written, co-written or co-edited seven books, including two on the Gospel of John: Becoming Children of God: John’s Gospel and Radical Discipleship and John’s Gospel and the Renewal of the Church. He is co-author of Unveiling Empire: Reading Revelation Then and Now. Wes’ recent project is the two-volumes “Come Out, My People!:” God’s Call Out of Empire In the Bible and Beyond. and Empire Baptized: How “Christianity” Embraced What Jesus Rejected, 2nd-5th Centuries. He has also written for numerous publications, including Sojourners, The Other Side, Tikkun Daily, and several Catholic Worker newspapers.

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Revelation with Wes Howard-Brook part 1

Mon, 15 Jul 2024 00:14:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob discusses the book of Revelation with Wes Howard-Brook. Wes' understanding of what Revelation means for the people of God today may well be the most refined and provocative. This is one interview you won't want to miss, and you will likely need to replay several times as you process the implications for the book of Revelation today.

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Revelation with Michael Gorman

Mon, 08 Jul 2024 00:26:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie discuss the book of Revelation with pre-eminent NT scholar Michael Gorman. Professor Gorman holds the Raymond E. Brown Chair in Biblical Studies and Theology at St Mary’s Seminary and University. He is the author of;

Reading Revelation Responsibly

Apostle of the crucified Lord

Cruciformity

Mike has been on the DT podcast previously to discuss “Cruciformity”

Michael Gorman on the DT podcast ; and the book of Romans

Michael Gorman on the DT podcast

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Revelation with Alexander Stewart

Mon, 01 Jul 2024 00:07:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie discuss the book of Revelation with Alexander Stewart. Alex is vice president of academic services, academic dean, and professor of New Testament studies at Gateway Seminary in California. Among other books and articles, he has authored Reading the Book of Revelation: Five Principles for Interpretation (Lexham Press, 2021) and the recently released volume on Revelation in the Exegetical Guide to the Greek New Testament series published by B&H (2024).

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Revelation with Tremper Longman Part 2

Mon, 24 Jun 2024 00:18:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie continue their discussion with OT scholar Tremper Longman. They discuss Rev 13 and the Beast and what the book of Revelation means for the church today.

Dr. Tremper Longman III (B.A. Ohio Wesleyan University; M.Div. Westminster Theological

Seminary; M.Phil. and Ph.D. Yale University) is Distinguished Scholar and Professor Emeritus

of Biblical Studies at Westmont College. He has written over thirty-five books including

commentaries on Genesis, Job, Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, Song of Songs, Jeremiah, Lamentations, Daniel, Nahum, and Revelation. Among his most recent books include Confronting Old Testament Controversies: Pressing Questions about Evolution, Sexuality, History and Violence and Revelation through Old Testament Eyes. His book The Old Testament as Literature just appeared with Baker Books. He is also Senior Translator of the New Living Translation. He is married to Alice and has three sons and seven granddaughters, and a grandson. He and Alice now live in Alexandria, Virginia.

Reading Revelation through OT Eyes

Confronting OT Controversies

the Bible and the Ballot

Daniel NIVAC

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Revelation with Tremper Longman Part 1

Mon, 17 Jun 2024 00:10:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie begin a conversation with OT scholar Tremper Longman. Tremper has written a fantastic commentary titled "Reading Revelation Through OT Eyes."

Dr. Tremper Longman III (B.A. Ohio Wesleyan University; M.Div. Westminster Theological

Seminary; M.Phil. and Ph.D. Yale University) is Distinguished Scholar and Professor Emeritus

of Biblical Studies at Westmont College. He has written over thirty-five books including

Some of his books include:

Reading Revelation through OT Eyes

Confronting OT Controversies

the Bible and the Ballot

Daniel NIVAC

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Revelation: Interview with Warren Carter

Mon, 10 Jun 2024 00:07:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie discuss the book of Revelation, empire, and the Church with renowned NT scholar Warren Carter!

Here are some links to Warren's books

The Roman Empire and the NT

Seven Events that shaped the NT world

What does Revelation Reveal?

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Revelation 22 The End

Mon, 03 Jun 2024 00:10:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie discuss Revelation's Epilogue (22:6-21). We consider: what does it mean that these things will "soon take place"?; The promises of Blessing; the exhortation to "come"; and the closing, "Come, Lord Jesus."

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“Faithful and true” (3:14; 19:11; 21:5; 22:6).

What must take place soon (22:6)

“in the latter days” (Dan 2:28) or “in the future” (Dan 2:29, 45), has become for John, “what must take place soon” (1:1; 22:6).

The promise of blessing for, “the one who keeps the words of the prophecy of this book”

22:8-9 John attempts to worship the angel

Do not seal up these words: “because the time is near” (22:10; 1:3; Dan 12:4).

“The one who does wrong let him still do wrong, the one who is unclean let him still be unclean, the one who is righteous let him still do righteousness, and let the one who is holy let him still be holy” (22:11; Dan 12:10)

John is encouraging it to happen in that it represents a fulfillment of prophesy.?

Jesus declares that He is, “the Alpha and the Omega” (22:13). Father? Each time the title expands:

- 1:8 Alpha and Omega

- 21:6 Alpha and Omega, the Beginning and the End

- 22:13 Alpha and Omega, the First and the Last, the Beginning & End

The “ones who wash their robes” are blessed and “they will have the right to the tree of life and may enter through the gates into the city” (22:14).

“washed” only twice in the book of Revelation: the other is in 7:14

“outside” (22:15): What does it mean “outside”

“outside” means in the least, “not in the Holy City.”

Jesus’ self-identification “I am the root and the descendant of David” (22:16).

Jesus also declares that He is “the bright morning star” (22:16).

Four commands/exhortations: which center on “Come”

“The Spirit and the Bride” say, “Come.”
“the one who hears” is exhorted to say, “Come.”
“the one who is thirsty” to “come” (22:17; Isa 55:1)
“let them take freely the gift of the water of life” (22:17).

The angel exhorts, “everyone who hears the words of the prophecy of this book” (22:18).

First, “If anyone adds to them [the words of the book], God will add to them the plagues that are written in this book” (22:18).
Second, “and if anyone takes away from the words of the book of this prophecy, God will take away their part in the Tree of Life and from the Holy City that are written in this book” (22:19)

“I am coming soon” (22:20).

“Amen. Come, Lord Jesus” (22:20).

It is framed as a letter

“grace” occurs only two times in the entire book of Revelation: here and in 1:4

Revelation 21:9-22:9 The New Jerusalem Part 2

Mon, 27 May 2024 00:02:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie complete their discussion of the New Jerusalem. The New Jerusalem is the description of the people of God (us; all believers in history; OT/NT saints alike) dwelling in the presence of God. John describes our dwelling in God's presence as a great city with streets of Gold and gates of pearls. But what about the unbelievers? Where are they? Listen to see what Rob and Vinnie think.

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NJ is the bride: described as a city; which is a temple; which is only the Holy of Holies

12 occurrences of 12:

3x in 21:12: “twelve gates”; “twelve angels” “the names of the twelve tribes
3x in 12:14 “twelve foundation stones”; “twelve names of the twelve apostles”
1x in 21:16 “12,000 stadia.”
2x in 21:21 “the twelve gates are twelve pearls.”
1x in 22:2, the Tree of Life has “twelve fruits.”
2x in 21:17? “144 cubits” (12x12)

Twelve jewels

They likely recall the twelve stones of the High Priest’s breastplate (Exod 28:17-20 LXX; 39:8-14)

John does not see a temple because the whole city is the temple (21:22).

Two key themes:

Throne of God heaven-comes down
The nations redeemed

Outside: (see 22:15)

how can there be an “outside” if the NJ fills the whole earth?

God dwelling entire creation with His people

Eden was to expand and fill the Earth
“Whole earth is full of His glory” Isa 6:3

22:1-5 New Jerusalem as Eden

River of the water of life is the Holy Spirit

The Tree of Life (22:2)

There will no longer be any curse (22:3)

The throne of God and of the Lamb will be in it (22:3).

They shall see His face 22:4 (Exod 33)

His Name will be on their foreheads (22:4)

No more night (22:5)

They [His servants] will reign forever and ever (22:5; see 1:6; 5:10; 20:6)

Revelation 21:9-22:9 The New Jerusalem Part 1

Mon, 20 May 2024 00:35:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie continue their look at the New Jerusalem. The Holy City/New Jerusalem is the eternal dwelling place of the people of God. It is described as a city, that is a temple, but in reality, it is the people of God dwelling in the presence of God. Rob and Vinnie also discuss what is "outside" the city. Vinnie inserts a dad joke that needs help.

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Show notes:

The Bride/Holy City, the New Jerusalem descends 21:9-22:9

It is the Eternal dwelling place for God’s people in the presence of God on the restored earth/New Creation

12 things

Eden: Place of God’s presence: expands and fills the Earth
Temple: Dwelling of God among – people Lev 26; Ezek 37
City = Bride / contra Harlot (New Jerusalem = POG)
Economic reversal
12 uses of 12 = POG
Parallels account of the TW
Reveals the unity of the OT/NT POG
Parallels with Ezekiel
What is it going to be like? Eden restored? Work? Golf? Music? Nah!
What about hell?
NJ = already begun
What does living in accord with the NJ mean for us now!

17:1-3; 21:9-10 Two sections: each women that are cities

Economic reversal “freely”

Parable in Luke 16 Rich man and Lazarus

Bible begins in Eden and ends in Eden

Eden

Prophets expecting: see Isa 51:3; Ezek 36:35; 47:1-7

Gold: 21:18, 21; Gen 2:11-12
River of Life 22:1: Eden: “Now a river flowed out of Eden to water the garden”: Gen 2:10
The Tree of Life: 22:2; Gen 2:9
There will no longer be any curse 22:3

“Come, and I will show you” (21:9): carried “away in the Spirit” (21:10); taken “to a great and high mountain” (21:10)

Mountains symbolized kings and kingdoms; also indicate the place of the temple.
Mountains also represent places of revelation.

John’s use of hearing and seeing.

John is told (hears) that he is going to be shown, “the Bride” (21:9): what he sees is, “the Holy City” (21:10).

The “glory of God” (21:11) was a vital component of the temple complex.

We might say: in 21:1-8: the Holy City as a Bride; in 21:9-22:9, the Bride is the Holy City

But, it is not the Holy City but the temple within the Holy City

21:11: “Her brilliance was like a precious stone, as a stone of crystal-clear jasper”

“jasper” occurs only four times in the book of Revelation (4:3; 21:11, 18, 19)

Great and high wall: 21:12-14

Holy City also corresponds to the account of the Two Witnesses.

“measure” only five times (11:1, 2; 21:15, 16, 17): limited to these two accounts
“measuring rod” only three times (11:1; 21:15, 16) limited to the account of the Two Witnesses and the Holy City further establishing the link between the two.

Length, width, and height of the city are all, “12,000 stadia” (21:16)

Cube: = the Holy of Holies within the temple
12,000 stadia corresponds to the approximate size of the Hellenistic world.
Holy City/Bride = People of God;
The unity of the people of God.

the Holy City represents the totality of the OT and NT people of God.

twelve gates have, “the names of the twelves tribes of the sons of Israel” (21:12),
the twelve foundation stones of the city wall have, “the twelve names of the twelve apostles of the lamb” (21:14).
that the walls are “144” cubits (21:17) further establishes that the Holy City represents the combined OT and NT people of God.
the description of the Holy City, John alludes to both the 144,000 (7:3-8; 14:1-5) and the Great Multitude (7:9-17; 19:1-6).
- Great Multitude in 7:15-17 was a proleptic description the Holy City.
- The allusion to the 144,000 is evident in his reiteration of the “twelve tribes” (21:12).

Revelation with Scot McKnight/Cody Matchett

Mon, 13 May 2024 00:02:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie interview NT scholars Scot McKnight and Cody Matchett to discuss their book, "Revelation for the Rest of Us: A Prophetic Call to Follow Jesus as a Dissident Disciple." They discuss how much of the evangelical church in the US has joined ways with Babylon. During this provocative discussion, we engage in issues of militarism, wealth, health care, and how the Church must "Follow the Lamb" as dissident disciples

Revelation for the rest of us

Revelation 21:1-8 The New Creation

Mon, 06 May 2024 00:01:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie explore John's introduction to the New Creation (Rev 21:1-8). Can you imagine the day when there will be no more suffering and death? They ask, "If the New Creation has already begun in Christ and the Spirit, what does this mean for how we live today?"

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Show notes

21:1-8 Introduction to the New Jerusalem

7:14-17

Rom 8:18-2

2 Peter 3:7 “reserved for fire”

Not the dissolution but the resurrection of the creation

“there was no longer any sea” (21:1

The “sea” is the antithesis to the divine or creation.
The sea is also associated with decreation.

God separated the waters to form dry ground upon which He then created the land the Great Prostitute sat upon “many waters (17:1), which John informs us, represent the nations (17:15).

Isa 62:1-5; 65:17-20; 52:1; also Gal 4:26; Phil 3:20; Heb 11:10; 12:22; 13:14.

Eternal dwelling place of God

The New Jerusalem is a temple

Hearing and Seeing: John did not see two things:

Israel is depicted as a bride finely adorned (Ezek 16:8-14) and as a mother (Hos 4:5; Isa 50:1)

Covenant promise!

“Moreover, I will make My dwelling among you, and My soul will not reject you. I will also walk among you and be your God, and you shall be My people (Lev 26:11-12)

“And I will place them and multiply them, and will set My sanctuary in their midst forever. My dwelling place also will be with them; and I will be their God, and they will be My people (Ezek 37:26-27)

The consummation is promised in 21:3; 21:7: “I will be God to him and he himself will be my son.”

Paul cites both Leviticus and Ezekiel and applies this promise to the people of God in Corinth (2 Cor 6:16).

The voice from the throne also states that God will, “wipe away every tear from their eyes; and there will no longer be any death; there will no longer be any mourning, or crying, or pain” (21:4).

This is the great hope in the NT!

Revelation 20:11-15 The Great White Throne Judgment

Mon, 29 Apr 2024 00:43:00 -0700

Join Vinnie and Rob in this insightful podcast as they delve into the profound themes of judgment and works, focusing on the enigmatic passage of The Great White Throne Judgment from Revelation 20:11-15. Through thoughtful analysis and discussion, they explore the implications of judgment, the significance of works, and their relevance for Christians today.

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Revelation 20:1-10: The Millennium Part 3

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 00:23:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie dive into the depths of Revelation in order to unravel the mysteries of the millennium. Join us as we dissect the intricate structure of the book, revealing how the wars described in various passages intertwine to paint a vivid picture of a present-day millennium. Don't miss out on the enlightening discussion that challenges traditional interpretations and unveils new insights into the prophetic text.

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Millenium: 1000 years–Christ’s rule

Bridge section 19:11-21:8: 5 units

19:11-16 Return (descent) of Christ

21:1-8 Intro to the descent of the New Jerusalem

3 units describe the judgment of Christ’s enemies

19:17-21 Judgment of Beast and False Prophet

20:1-10 Judgment of Satan

20:11-15 Judgment of Death and Hades

The war in 9:1-19 corresponds to the war in 16:12-16, 19:17-21, & 20:7-10

The repetition of the phrase, “to gather them together for the war” (16:14; 19:19; 20:8).
The verb “gather” occurs only five times in the book of Revelation (16:14, 16; 19:17, 19; 20:8) all five occurrences are in these three accounts of “the war”: this links the passages
The war is waged by:

“the war” which Satan wages upon his release 20:7 is waged by “the nations” who are “in the four corners of the earth” (20:8)
In 16:14, John says that “the war” is waged by, “the kings of the inhabited world.”
In 19:19, he says that “the war” is waged by, “the kings of the earth and their armies.”

Each of the accounts of “the war” is linked by the explicit indication that the enemies of Christ and the people of God are the Dragon (Satan), the Beast, and/or the False Prophet.

In 16:12-16 all three are mentioned as instigators in “the war” (16:13). Then,
In 19:17-21, the Beast and the False Prophet wage war against Christ and His armies (19:19).

Revelation 20:1-10: The Millenium Part 2

Mon, 15 Apr 2024 00:15:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie continue a deep dive into Revelation's most enigmatic passage (Rev 20:1-10) and the millennium. Rob argues that understanding Revelation 9:1-19 (6th and 7th Trumpets) is crucial for interpreting Chapter 20 and the millenium. Join us as we unravel these complex biblical texts and discuss their implications for modern faith and theology.

Revelation 20:1-10 The Millenium: part 1

Mon, 08 Apr 2024 00:03:00 -0700

Welcome to our latest episode of the Determinetruth podcast. In this episode, Rob and Vinnie dive deep into Revelation 20 and the intriguing concept of the millennium. Exploring the three main views of the millennium, we uncover why this topic holds significance for believers today. Emphasizing the present reign of Christ, we dissect the structure of Revelation 20 and its implications for our interpretation. Moreover, we ponder Jesus' binding of Satan in Mark 3 and its potential influence on understanding Revelation 20. Tune in for a captivating discussion that promises fresh insights into this complex biblical passage.

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Show Notes

20:1-10

2 Thess 2:5; 1 John 2:18

Rev 11:7; 14:8

There are 3 diff views on the millennium:

When does the millennium occur?

Q: when does the 2nd Coming happen with regard to the millennium?

Premillennialism: 2nd Coming happens before the millenium: Christ literally reigns on earth for a 1,000 years
Postmillennialism: 2nd Coming happens after the millenium: Christ literally reigns on earth for a 1,000 years: Millennium is likely still future
Amillennialism: 2nd Coming happens after the millenium: Christ presently rules from heaven through His people

One of the key questions here is what does it mean that Satan is bound

See: Mark 3:20-30

Chronology?

“The war” occurs before the return of Christ in 16:12-16 but in 19:17-21 & 20:7-10 it occurs after return of Christ; And in 20:7-10 it occurs after the 1000 years; but in 16:12-16 & 19:17-21 it occurs before the 1000 yrs

20:1-3 introduces us to Satan—as if we didn’t know who he even was

20:4-6 John “interrupts” the account of the destruction of Satan (20:1-3, 7-10) with an account of the victorious people of God (20:4-6).

20:7 then resumes the narrative that was left off in 20:3

20:4-6 seems like an interruption

The repeated use of a “thousand” (20:2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7).

It is my suggestion that the binding of Satan represents a present reality

This makes sense in that the binding was “so that” he can’t deceive the nations

The suffering of the people of God corresponds to the present activity of Satan?

Revelation 19:11-16 The Second Coming of Christ

Mon, 01 Apr 2024 00:02:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie explore Revelation 19:11-16, unpacking the profound implications of the Second Coming of Christ. With insightful commentary and thoughtful analysis, they navigate the intricate symbolism and theological significance of this pivotal moment in Christian eschatology.

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19:11-21:8 Bridge section: sits in the middle of the accounts of the two women

The Great Prostitute (17:1-19:10) and the Bride (21:9-22:9)

Four clearly marked sections in the Apocalypse: 1:9-3:22; 4:1-16:21; 17:1-19:10; 21:9-22:9

1:9-10; 4:1-2; 17:1-3; 21:9-10: “come”; “In the spirit”; Location change

I have labeled 19:11-21:8 as a “fifth bridge section”—even though chronologically it is the fourth section in the Apocalypse.

Because it is not marked as one of the 4 main scenes. but it is clearly a distinct section

In the narrative, it seems like the Holy city can’t descend because the enemies of Christ/people of God have not been judged

This means that before the Holy City/New Jerusalem descends, Christ must first descend and judge the enemies of God (beast, FP, Dragon, Death/Hades).

This “bridge section” (19:11-21:9) is comprised of five units.

The 1st unit (19:11-16) Christ descends –judge
The 5th (final) unit (21:1-8) the NJ introduced
The middle 3 are clearly parallel: they describe the judgment of the enemies of Christ in the reverse order in which they were introduced in the narrative.
- 19:17-21 Beast and FP (19:20b)
- 20:1-10 Satan (20:10)
- 20:11-15 Death and Hades (20:14)

The descent of Christ (19:11-16)

White horse: Divine warrior
“Faithful and True” (see 3:14)
Eyes are like a flame of fire see (1:14). That His “eyes are like a flame of fire” indicates the presence of God and His authority as judge.
He has many “diadems”
- Satan/Dragon 12:3
- Beast 13:1
A Name which no one knows
Garment dipped in blood (see Isa 63:1-3)
Tramples the wine press of the wrath of God
- “trampled”: 3x 11:2; 14:20; 19:15
Word of God
- “Word of God” 7x (1:2, 9; 6:9; 17:17; 19:9, 13; 20:4)

The armies that are in heaven were following Him (19:14)

Sharp sword
He Himself will shepherd them with the rod of iron
- LXX rendering of Ps 2:9
Jesus tramples the wine press
God, the Almighty
- “Lord God, Almighty” 7x (1:8; 4:8; 11:17; 15:3; 16:7; 19:6; 21:22).
- “God, the Almighty” 2x (16:14; 19:15)
He has on His garment and on His thigh a name written: “King of kings and Lord of lords”
- Title for God alone: (Deut 10:17; 1 Tim 6:15)

Announcement for Google Podcast/Google Play users

Tue, 26 Mar 2024 16:15:27 -0700

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Who is "Israel"? Understanding Acts and the NT

Mon, 25 Mar 2024 00:03:00 -0700

Welcome to Determinetruth Podcast where we explore profound questions about identity and theology. In today's episode, Rob sits down with Jason Staples, author of "Paul and the Resurrection of Israel," delving into the enigmatic concept of "Who is Israel?" Unraveling layers of history and theology, they navigate Paul's intricate perspectives, shedding light on the resurrection and its profound implications. Join us for a thought-provoking journey into ancient texts and contemporary debates.

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Show notes

Deut 18:18 “Raise up a prophet like me”

Deut 34:10-12

Deut 30:1-14

Jer 31:31-34

Ezek 36:24-38

Acts 2: Pentecost: commemorates God’s voice on the mountain and gives them the Torah

Luke 22:29-30 12 tribes

Acts 1:6-8 Are you going to restore the kingdom to Israel?

Deut 4:27

Isa 66:18-24

Hos 1:9-10; 2:23

Jer 3

Ezek 37:1-10 Dry bones are the house of Israel

Ezek 37:15-23 Two sticks: Israel and Judah

Israel must first be resurrected

Luke 15:11-32

Psalm 82

Romans-Galatians

Israel needs restoration

Mark 12:28-37

Deut 6:4-6 Shema

Rev 17:1-19:10 The Great Prostitute Part 3

Mon, 18 Mar 2024 00:15:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie finish their discussion of the judgment of the Great Prostitute (Rev 17:1-19:10). They reveal how this biblical narrative offers hope and justice for the marginalized and oppressed. Unveiling layers of significance, we illustrate how the message transcends its ancient context, resonating profoundly with contemporary struggles. Join us as we illuminate the transformative power of divine judgment, revealing its inherent promise of liberation for the downtrodden and disenfranchised.

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Judgment of the Great Prostitute

She is drinking from her own cup: “in the cup which she mixed, mix double for her” (18:6).

18:9-19 3 Laments over the destruction of Babylon

18:9-10 “And the kings of the earth”

Kings who lived sensuously with her lament

18:11a; 15-17a “And the merchants of the earth”

the merchants of the earth, “who became rich from her” (18:15), lament because with her destruction, “no one buys their cargoes any longer” (18:11).

18:17b-19 “And every shipmaster and all who travel by ship and sailors and as many as make their living on the sea”

“all who had ships at sea” and who, “became rich by her wealth” (18:19) lament because “in one hour she has been made desolate” (18:19).

John provides a list of goods (18:12-13)

28 = 7x4

“A strong angel” (18:21)

Strong angel (7x) 5:2; 10:1, 5, 8, 9, 10; 18:21-only in 3 passages!

Great Multitude” only 3x! 7:9; 19:1, 6

3 hallelujahs: 19:1, 3, 6

“Avenge” occurs only 2x (6:10; 19:2)

Clothing

Contrasts the Great Prostitute’s nakedness (17:16).

“The fine linen is the righteous deeds of the saints” (19:8).

Luke 18:8 “when the Son of Man comes will He find faith on the Earth?

Rev 17:1-19:10 The Great Prostitute Part 2

Mon, 11 Mar 2024 00:05:00 -0700

Did you know that discerning the Great Prostitute of Revelation 17-18 is perhaps more important for the church today than understanding the Beast and the Mark of the Beast? In this episode, Rob and Vinnie look at John's description of the Great Prostitute in Rev 17-18. More importantly, they ask: "Who/what is the Great Prostitute today?" Their answer is revealing.

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Show notes:

The Great Harlot 17:1-19:10; The Bride 21:9-22:9

She sits on many waters 17:1; Which are people 17:15

17:6; 18:24 “slain”

“I was amazed after seeing her: greatly amazed” (17:6)

“amazed” 4x: 13:3; 17:6, 7, 8

She is sitting on the Beast (17:3)

She “says in her heart, I sit as a queen’” (18:7)
God is the One who is seated on the throne (4:1-2)

Note who is ruling! It is not empire per se. It is the economic, commercial side of the empire

The Beast, the FP, and the Dragon = Satanic Trinity

The Beast, the FP, the Prostitute

The empire, embodied by the Beast, rules

The False Prophet is the source of the propaganda that demanded the worship of the Beast
Babylon/the Great Prostitute represents the material and economic of the empire

John: wants us to see the Great Prostitute for what she really is: her wealth was brought about through deception, slavery, and murder

“by means of your sorcery all the nations were deceived” (18:23)

“These will make war with the Lamb” (17:14)

“And those who are with Him [the Lamb] are called, chosen, and faithful” (17:14)

Empires are often destroyed by forces from within.

John’s use of women: misogyny/patriarchy?

Revelation also portrays the people of God as the Bride
Revelation’s imagery is not meant to suppose that Babylon is actually a female prostitute
John’s choice to depict Babylon as a prostitute must be viewed against the imperial portrait of the goddess Roma
Must be read in light of the biblical depiction of Lady Wisdom and Lady Folly in Proverbs 1-9
The Greek word for “city” was a feminine noun that required a feminine pronoun
John was not writing from a position of power. He does not have the power to exclude or silence Jezebel
The imagery of making naked, devouring flesh, and burning with fire are all associated with siege warfare

Rev 17:1-19:10 The Great Prostitute Part 1

Mon, 04 Mar 2024 00:24:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie begin to look at the 3rd main section of the Book of Revelation--the account of the Great Prostitute. This account does not get enough attention when it comes to understanding the Book of Revelation. Rob argues that this section may be one of the most important parts of the Book of Revelation. Have we been seduced by the Great Prostitute?

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Show Notes:

17:1-6

17:18 Great City: Rome

Babylon: epitaph for Rome
17:9 she sits on 7 hills/mountains

Babylon is materialism; commercialism; food, clothing, shelter; comfort; pleasure

4 main stories/scenes

John taken to a new location (Patmos, Heaven, Wilderness, Mountain)
John is told to “come”
John was “in the Spirit”

The Great Prostitute and the Bride

Contrasting visions of two women

The two women are actually cities
The Great Prostitute is said to be, “a home of demons and a prison of every unclean spirit and a prison of every unclean bird” (18:2).
The Bride, is the Holy City/New Jerusalem into which, “nothing unclean will enter” (21:27).

The Great Prostitute, Babylon, a voice says, “Come out of her, My people” (18:4).
the Bride, it is affirmed, “Blessed are the ones . . . who enter into the city” (22:14).

17:1-19:10 is a courtroom scene

the people of God function as the plaintiffs.
The defendant is the Great Prostitute.
God: “the One sitting on the throne” (19:4) serves as the judge.
The charge against the Prostitute is murder (18:24).
The case before the judge is the martyrs’ cry for justice.

Revelation is critiquing empire and offering an alternative kingdom

The book of Revelation must be viewed through the lens of contrasting kingdoms.

Wilderness is where the people of God are! (3x 12:6, 14; 17:3)

There are 4 women in the book of Revelation: Jezebel (2:20-23); Woman 12:1-17; Great Prostitute (17:1-19:10); Bride (21:9-22:9)

John’s portrait of her suggests that she is attractive and seductive.

Rev16 The Seven Bowls: Armageddon

Mon, 26 Feb 2024 00:47:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie look at Rev 16:1-21 and discuss the nature of the 7 Bowls and their role in the book of Revelation. This discussion includes an extensive look at the 6th Bowl and the famed "battle of Armageddon." Why do some manuscripts say, "Harmageddon." What is this battle? Well, it is likely not what you think.

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Show notes:

There are 2 main stories (4 main scenes: first two are stories)

1-3 John on Patmos
4-16 John in Heaven

16:21 marks the end of the second story (the heavenly vision) which began in 4:1

This leads to the conclusion that the Seven Bowls are a depiction of the final judgment

16:1 voice from the Temple (15:6; 14:15, 17, 18)

The “it” that became a bad and evil sore I suspect is the Mark of the Beast itself

Sea is a common image of the place of opposition to God

16:5-7 Interjections: God is just

4th Bowl: see 7:14

5th Bowl: The Beast’s actions lead to their inevitable consequences–utter darkness

In both the Sixth Trumpet and the Sixth Bowl, there is an army crossing the “Euphrates” (9:14; 16:12): these are only two references to the “Euphrates” in the book of Revelation

Three unclean spirits like frogs (16:13). Allusion to the Exodus story–plague of frogs

In case we were uncertain as to the nature of the frog-like beings, John adds, “they are the spirits of demons doing signs” (16:14).

False Prophet: the ability to perform signs was one of its primary features (13:13-14)

The signs that he performed were the means by which he “deceives” the nations (13:14).
6th Bowl: the signs are given to “the kings of the inhabited world in order to gather them for the war” (16:14).

16:15 is a parenthetical insertion

These words echo the message to the church in Sardis (3:3).

“Armageddon”—“battle of Megiddo”

“Harmagedon”—“mount of Megiddo.”

Zech 2:11; Ezek 38-39

16:17-21 7th Bowl

“It is done” (16:17)

“Theophanic manifestations”

4:5 Throne Room
8:5 earthquake
11:19 hail
16:17-21 nothing is added

A “talent”

Rev 15:1-8 The Seven Bowls

Mon, 19 Feb 2024 00:01:00 -0700

Join us on a scholarly expedition through Revelation 15 as Rob and Vinnie delve into the introductory passage heralding the Seven Bowls. Delving deep into the nuances of biblical interpretation, we unravel the complexities of eschatological literature with precision and scholarly rigor. Through meticulous examination and scholarly discourse, we illuminate the intricacies of Revelation, shedding light on its profound implications for contemporary understanding. If Revelation is a love story, as Rob proposes, then how do "the Seven Bowls of the wrath of God" fit into this story?

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Show Notes Rev 15:1-8

15:1-16:20: third series of seven (Seals; Trumpets; Bowls)

The key is to recognize that God’s delay means 2 things:

It was intended to provide the nations with the opportunity to repent.
The delay was in order that the people of God might persevere as faithful witnesses

I Saw 15:1; I heard 16:1

15:5; 11:19 Temple opened

The seven angels who are given “seven golden bowls” (15:7; cp 5:8)

The Seven Bowls, the saints’ cry for justice is now being answered.

Each of the Seven Bowls is “poured out” (16:1, 2, 3, 4, 8, 10, 12, 17).

16:6: the angel of the waters who cries out “Righteous are you, . . . because they poured out the blood of the holy ones and of the prophets”

15:2 Sea of glass (cp 4:6)

Harps (15:2; 5:8; 14:2) victory after war

Came out of the temple (15:5-6)

“Bowl” occurs 12x!

“7 Bowls”: 4x 15:7; 16:1; 17:1; 21:9;

In the OT, smoke is a regular symbol of the presence of God.

Smoke (12x) 8:4; 9:2**, 3, 17, 18; 14:11; 15:8; 18:9, 18; 19:3

Rev 14:6-20 Announcement of the Final Judgment

Mon, 12 Feb 2024 00:46:00 -0700

Join hosts Rob Dalrymple and Vinny Angelo in an immersive journey through the book of Revelation, focusing on the powerful themes and imagistic richness of Chapter 14. Engage in an in-depth exploration of the prophetic representation of the final judgment, the ideological battles fought by the witnessing saints, and the looming consequences of choosing the wrong side in this cosmic war. Discover the seminal connections between Old Testament prophetic language and Revelation's vivid imagery, shedding new light on ancient prophecy in the context of the New Testament's final book.

Together, let's explore the complexities of Revelation 14 and its timeless teachings.

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Show Notes:

12:1-16:20, John adds more details to the story.

12:1-18 we learned that the “war” (11:7) against the people of God is none other than that which Satan has waged against the people of God from the beginning.

13:1-18 we learned that Satan (the Dragon) enlists the aid of two Beasts to do his work for him.

14:6-20 John begins to bring this section to a close by introducing us to the final judgment

Section the forms around seven beings: six angels and “One like the Son of Man” (14:14).

John refers to “another angel” (14:6, 8, 9, 15, 17, 18)

In the first triad, the angels are even counted

The first triad of angels: each of the angels makes a pronouncement: “saying” (14:7, 8, 9).

The second triad of angels: each of the angels either, “came out of the temple” (14:15, 17), or “came out from the altar” (14:18)

The second triad: each either has, “a sharp sickle” (14:17) or commands those who have such a sickle to, “Send your sickle (14:15, 17)

The first 3 angels: the struggle between true and false worship

Interruption: 14:12-13: “Persevere”

13:10 “here is the patient endurance and the faith of the saints” (close of Beast #1)
13:18 “here is the wisdom. The one having a mind . . .” (close of Beast #2)
14:12 Here is the patient endurance of the saints, the ones who . . . faith”
17:9 “here is the mind, the one having wisdom” (inverted 13:18)

The One like a Son of Man: Jesus

Two distinct harvests:

In the first harvest (14:14-16), the “One like a Son of Man” is commanded to “reap” (14:15)
In the second harvest (14:17-20), an angel is commanded to “gather the clusters from the vine of the earth” (14:18)

1st = is associated with the harvesting of the righteous.

2nd = is a harvesting of the unrepentant for judgment.

Trampled (3x: 11:2; 14:20; 19:15)

Lex talionis

1600 stadia (4x4 x 10x10)

The prayers of the Saints (5:8; 6:10; 8:3-4)

Luke 18:1-8

Rev 13:11-14:5 The False Prophet part 2

Mon, 05 Feb 2024 00:27:00 -0700

In today's episode, Rob and Vinnie continue the discussion of the False Prophet and the Mark of the Beast. Who is the False Prophet and what does it look like today? What is the Mark of the Beast and how can we be sure we don't get it?

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Show notes:

The False Prophet appear together in 16:13

The False Prophet’s role as a deceiver: “it deceives those who inhabit the earth” (13:14).

The Greek word for “beast” is therion.

Therion is a transliteration, or letter-for-letter equivalent, of the Greek word for “beast.” (See 9:11; 16:16)

The number of his name” (13:17): The most widely held conviction is that it refers to Nero.

one must use the Greek version of Nero’s Latin name (Neron) and then transliterate it into Hebrew

There is little doubt that the Mark on the followers of the Beast mimics the Seal of God on the 144,000.

The Mark and the Seal are on the foreheads likely connotes a sign of ownership
The Mark and the Seal represent the name of the Beast or the name of Christ or the Father
Both the Mark and the Seal entail economic implications (13:17; 14:3, 4)

“Zion” often becomes synonymous with Jerusalem.

Like the voice of many waters (14:2)

Jesus’ “voice was like the voice of many waters” (1:15)
In 19:6 it is the voice of the Great Multitude

Rev 13:11-18 The False Prophet

Mon, 29 Jan 2024 00:44:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie discuss Beast #2 (aka the False Prophet) and his/its relationship to the Beast. They discuss the importance of understanding the Beasts and the Mark of the Beast for today. The Mark is about "allegiance": to whom do we give our allegiance: Christ or the Beast?

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The second Beast corresponds to the religious elements within the empire

Matt 6:19-34

The small and the great, and the rich and the poor, and the free and the slaves, so that a Mark is given to them on their right hand or on their forehead” (13:16)

1 Kings 10:14 notes that Solomon received 666 talents of Gold yearly

See Deut 17:14-17

Rev 13:1-10 The Beast part 2

Mon, 22 Jan 2024 00:03:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie take a deep dive into Rev 13:1-10 in order to discern who or what is the Beast. They examine the context of the book of Revelation and remind us of the importance of Daniel 7--see last week's episode--for discerning the nature of the Beast. They they ask: "What does this mean for us today?" If, after all, the Beast represents all empires/nations in history, does this mean that the US is a beast? Furthermore, they discuss what this means for the people of God (the church) today. After all, contrary to popular opinion, the Beast does not represent the nations of the world waging war against Israel but the people of God (Rev 13:7).

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Show notes:

Since John combines all 4 of Daniel’s beasts into 1, then John’s 1 beast represents all empires

The Sea and the Abyss (13:1; 11:7)

Horns are a common symbol of power,

The Beast’s ten horns correlate with the “ten horns” of Daniel’s fourth beast (Dan 7:7)

In Daniel the 10 horns are 10 kings (7:24)

Beast wears his 10 diadems on his horns

The Dragon who has “seven diadems” (12:3)

The only other use of diadem in the book of Revelation is of Christ (19:12)

Christ’s diadems are not numbered—they are simply “many” (19:12)

The means by which Satan wages his “war” against the people of God is by empowering the Beast to do his work for him

The Beast was like a leopard, a bear, and a lion:

This also connects John’s beast to Daniel’s 4 beasts
The Beast combines attributes from the first three beasts of Daniel 7

“These great beasts, which are four in number, are four kings who will arise from the earth” (Dan 7:17)

“One of his heads was as if it had been slain to death” (13:3)

The next clause in 13:3, in fact, mentions, “the plague of his death” (13:3, 12)
The Beast is said to be the one who had the wound of the sword and “came to life” (13:14)

The language that one of the heads of the Beast was, “as if it had been slain” (13:3) is intended as a parody of the Lamb (5:6)

Slain; Beast’s death is similar to Christ’s (13:3, 14; 5:6; 13:8)
Both rise to new life
Followers names written on foreheads; People follow the beast ‘who was slain’ (13:3) but they reject Christ ‘who was slain’ (13:8)
The Beast has horns (13:1) provides is a blasphemous imitation of Jesus who has seven horns (5:6) 2nd Beast has 2 horns like a lamb (13:11; 5:6)

“‘Who is like the Beast and who is able to wage war with him?’” (13:4; Isa 40:18)

Beast blasphemes, “His [God’s] name and His dwelling place” (13:6)

“that is, those who are dwelling in heaven” (13:6)

Who are “those who dwell in heaven”?

Heaven dwellers contrasts with earth dwellers

This relates to the promise in Gen 12:1-3 that God will bless those who bless Abraham and his seed and curse those who curse them

The focus of his deceptive aims is the people of God

The Beast wages “war” against them (13:7)

The Beast not only wages war against the people of God but is able to “overcome” them This statement would be truly shocking if it were not for the fact that John already made virtually the same statement in 11:7

both 11:7 and 13:7, John refers to a “Beast” who “makes war” and “conquers” the people of God

Rev 13:1-10 The Beast Part 1

Mon, 15 Jan 2024 00:01:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie take a look at Revelation 13:1-10 and John's description of the Beast. They note that the Beast of Revelation 13 corresponds with Daniel's four beasts in Daniel 7. In part 1 of The Beast, Rob and Vinnie discuss the book of Daniel and the role of the four Beasts of Daniel 7 in order to discern what the Beast in Rev 13 represents.

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Show Notes:

Revelation 13:1-14:5

this account is expanding/continuing the account of the Dragon (12:1-18)
The imagery of the 1st Beast derives primarily from Dan 7

There are 3 basic views 1st Beast

Ancient Rome
Future revived Roman empire
All empires in history

Dan 7 forms the center of the book

Chs 1-6 Others have dreams and the meaning is revealed to Daniel

Chs 7-12 Daniel has dreams and needs the aid of interpreting angels to understand

Dream about four earthly kingdoms and God’s kingdom (ch 2)
1. Story of Daniel’s 3 friends being faithful in the face of death (ch 3)
  1. Story of arrogant king, who is humbled (ch 4)
  2. Story of arrogant king, who is humbled (ch 5)
2. Story of a Daniel being faithful in the face of death (ch6)

Vision of four earthly kingdoms and God’s kingdom (ch 7)

Ch 2 Statue that represented four kingdoms

Ch 7 four beasts that represent four kingdoms

7:1-8 depict evil human kings as hybrid animals

Daniel 7:18

Daniel 7:21-22

Daniel 7:27

Rev 12 The Woman and the Dragon Part 2: Daniel’s 70 weeks

Mon, 08 Jan 2024 00:41:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie continue the discussion of the Dragon and his pursuit of the woman--the people of God. We have seen that God's people are the means by which God brings redemption, but now we learn that there is a Dragon (Satan) who will oppose the work of God's people. The Dragon, of course, has always opposed the work of God's people only now he has been kicked out of heaven and he is really angry. The Dragon's pursuit of the people of God (the woman) continues as the woman is brought into the wilderness by God. Even though the wilderness is a place of protection and of God's provision, it is also where the Dragon wages war against them.

Rob and Vinnie then discuss the time frame of 3 1/2 years (42 months) and how this derives from Dan 9:24-27. They look at the Daniel passage--which is a key passage for those who espouse dispensationalism and the idea of a future 7 year tribulation--and provide a response to this view in light of Daniel 9.

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Show notes

The “war” (12:7) that took place in heaven now moves to the earth (12:17).

The Dragon “pursues/persecutes” the Woman (12:13).

Exod 19:4

“The Dragon was enraged at the Woman and went to make war with the rest of her offspring” (12:17).

The Dragon

- stood opposed to the Woman even before Christ was born (12:4)

- who opposed Christ and attempted to “devour” Him (12:4)

- has been thrown down to the earth (12:9, 13)

- and is endeavoring to “make war” with the offspring of the Woman (12:17)

The Woman’s offspring are “the ones who keep the commandments of God and have the testimony of Jesus” (12:17)

“Forty-two months”; “1,260 days”; and “a time, times, and half a time”

Dan 7:25; 12:7

In 11:2 “for forty-two months”

In 11:3 “will prophesy for 1,260 days.”

Daniel’s designation of “a time, times, and half a time,” appears throughout the Second Temple literature to refer to a period of tribulation for the people of God

It is of limited duration.

In popular end-times scenarios, the “tribulation” is 7 years long.

Dan 9:24-27

Daniel 9 focuses more on the restoration of God’s people through the Messiah

Deut and Lev warn the people of Israel that if they do not obey God’s covenant then God will send them into exile at the hands of a foreign nation

This happens in 605 BC when Babylon conquers them and takes Daniel and many others captive

Lev 26:15-17

9:1-19 Daniel prays for the restoration and vindication of Jerusalem

1st yr of Darius the Mede; 539 BC

Jer 25:11-12

Dan 9: 5-6—they have sinned

Dan 9:7, 14, 16 God is righteous

Dan 9:20-27 Angel Gabriel answers

Lev 26:18, 21, 24, 28: “If also after these things you do not obey Me, then I will punish you seven times more for your sins.”

Weeks/sevens

Dan 9:26: Messiah will be cut off

Karat: ‘cut’: used to describe the cutting ritual associated the ratification of a covenant

‘He’ will confirm a covenant with many (27)

The use of higbir (confirm) suggests the confirming of a previous covenant and not the making of a new one (for that one would expect ‘karat’ to be re-employed)

Thus, by His being ‘cut off’ (26)—through death—the Messiah will make firm the covenant (not a failure, but a success)
We have the enforcing of the terms of a covenant that was previously in place; not the establishing of a new one

Dan 9:27 One will come who make desolation

Rev 12 The Woman and the Dragon: Part 1

Mon, 18 Dec 2023 11:03:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie begin a study of Rev 12 and the Woman and the Dragon. This is an excellent chapter to understand for several reasons. First, it is a clear example of how apocalypses function. Second, the chapter aims to provide a context for "the war"--that is, the one the Beast wages against the Two Witnesses--the people of God/us included--Rev 11:7. Therefore, we are reminded by means of stark imagery of a Dragon pursuing a Woman, first her and then her child, and then, as we will discuss on the next episode, the offspring of the Woman. And, thus, it serves to remind us that the Devil is waging war against us (see Eph 6:11-18; 1 Pet 5:8-9.

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Show notes

Revelation 12 places the story of the people of God in the context of the cosmic struggle between Satan and God: The devil is a Dragon who stands opposed to the people of God in order to defeat them.

Genesis 37:9

Woman is Israel—the people of God: Mary; or the nation of Israel/Jewish people

The identity of the child becomes clear, “And she gave birth to a son, a male, who is going to rule all the nations with an iron rod” (12:5).

The reference to the “rod of iron” is most certainly an allusion to Psalm 2:7, 9.

The Dragon (12:3) stands in contrast to the Woman (12:1)

both include the use of “sign,” “appeared,” “in heaven,” and “great.”

Dragon represents an untamable sea-going, creature.

Pharaoh is the serpent in Ezek 29:3

John leaves us with no doubt as to the identity of the Dragon (12:9).

the Dragon’s tail “swept down a third of the stars of heaven and he threw them to the earth” (12:4).

Interestingly, John glosses over Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection.

“The Woman fled into the wilderness” (12:6).

The wilderness was a place of divine protection and a refuge in times of trouble.

Jesus went into the wilderness after He was baptized (Matt 4; Luke 4; Mark 1) Moses fled from Egypt and found refuge.
The Israelites later fled to the wilderness where God sovereignly provided for and nourished His people.

The wilderness also functions as a place of trial and temptation.

The wilderness conjures up positive images

It was the place of God’s presence among the Israelites.

In terms of the narrative, the flight of the Woman into the wilderness also suggests that this is the present location of the people of God

where they are both divinely protected and pursued by the Dragon!

“And there was war in heaven” (12:7).

We should not restrict it to the heavens.

John makes the identity of the Dragon clear for us. He is the “great Dragon” (12:9)

the Dragon is called by two names.

First, he is the Devil (diabolos), which means “slanderous; or the slanderer.”

Secondly, He is called “the Satan,” which means “the adversary” or “the accuser.”

In 12:10, a heavenly voice rejoices “because the accuser of our brothers and sisters has been thrown down.”

The heavenly voice iterates that the Dragon is “the one who accuses them day and night before our God” (12:10).

12:11-12: a three-part hymn.

First proclamation: the kingdom of God has come

Second proclamation: they overcame him

Third proclamation: rejoice

The second part of the hymn appears to describe how the battle was won:

first, they overcame “by the blood of the Lamb”;
second, they overcame “by the word of their testimony”; and
Third, they overcame because “they did not love their life until death” (12:11).

Rev 11 The Two Witnesses

Mon, 11 Dec 2023 00:15:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie discuss Revelation 11 and the account of the Two Witnesses. Rob will argue that this is the center of the book and the key to understanding John's message. Who are the Two Witnesses? What happens to them? How does God bring redemption to the nations? Listen in to find out.

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10:1-11:13 is an interlude

Relate to the “prayers of the saints” (8:3, 4):

The interlude of 10:1-11:13 provides the long-awaited answer to the martyrs’ cry of how long.

Measure: prophetic act (Zech 1-2)

We need to ask why “2”?

The OT law of legal witness Deut 17:6; 19:15

“The two lampstands” (11:4):

The seven churches are the “seven golden lampstands” (1:12; 1:13, 20; 2:1, 5).

John regularly uses singular nouns, such as “mouth” (11:5) and “body” (11:8, 9), in his description of them.

“Two olive trees and the two lampstands 11:4

Zech 4:2-3,

The likely OT background for the imagery of fire proceeding out of their mouths is Jer 5:14

Like Elijah they have the ability “to shut heaven, in order that it might not rain” (11:6).

Like Moses they have authority, “over the waters to turn them into blood” (11:6).

Like Moses they are able, “to strike the earth with every plague whenever they wish” (11:6).

“The war”

Their body will lie in the street of the Great City (Sodom and Egypt) 11:8

John links the suffering of the Two Witnesses with the suffering of Christ.

“Three and one-half days”--period of time during which the people of God suffer

7,000 is reminiscent of the number of those who remained faithful at the time of Elijah.

The rest became terrified and gave glory to God 11:13!!

Rev 10 The Scroll and opened and John will reveal its contents

Mon, 04 Dec 2023 00:45:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie examine Rev 10:1-11. Rob will argue that Rev 10-11 are the center of the book. The question has been, "How is God going to bring redemption to the nations?" and now we are about to find out.

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Notes:

10:1-11:19 is the center of the narrative of the book of Revelation

The 6th trumpet then ended in 9:20-21—did not repent

Exod 2:23-25

Exod 3 God says, “Moses!”

10:1-2

The scroll is critical:

Father’s hand
No one worthy
Jesus was slain—worthy
Jesus takes it
Jesus breaks its seals

The fact that all of a sudden there is a Scroll and it is open surely indicates that it is the same scroll

10:3-11

Ezek 2:8-3:3

Ezek 2-3 is about Ezekiel being commissioned as a prophet

Rev 5:1, the Scroll had writing “on the front and back” (Ezek 2:10)

10:11: John is told to prophesy and the contents of his prophesy are 11:1-13!

Jesus and the Last Days part 1

Mon, 27 Nov 2023 00:40:00 -0700

This is the first presentation on Jesus and the Last Days. How do we understand the "Last Days" and "the age to come" in the NT? And what does it mean for the church today?

This episode first aired in 2019. For parts 2 and 3 see Mar 2019.

For more information see my book Understanding the New Testament and the End Times

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Life in the Palestinian Territories: Interview with Jack Munayer (EAPPI)

Mon, 20 Nov 2023 00:48:00 -0700

Rob and Vinnie interview Jack Munayer to talk about Jack's work with the Ecumenical Accompaniment Program in Palestine-Israel. Why would children need an international person to "accompany" them to school? Jack explains their work in the Palestinian Territories. Then we discuss the recent attack on Dauod and Daher Nassar and their status.

That episode was originally aired in 2022 but is being replayed in light of the recent events in Israel-Gaza

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Map of Israeli settlements in West Bank

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Global Warming and the Church

Mon, 13 Nov 2023 00:08:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob interviews Gary VanderPol as they discuss global warming and the church. Gary gives some practical insights with regard to steps we can take to make a difference.

Gary is a professor, pastor, and activist. He has taught at seminaries in Costa Rica and Denver and pastored Evangelical Covenant churches in Oakland, Berkeley, and Boston. With Soong-Chan Rah he co-wrote Return to Justice: Six Movements that Ignited our Contemporary Evangelical Conscience. He holds a doctorate in the history of global Christianity from Boston University. He is currently coaching and cheering on churches that want to do creation care together.

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Some of the resources Gary mentions include:

Katharine Hayhoe

David Wallace Wells's The Uninhabitable Earth

Norman Wirzba From nature to Creation: A Christian vision for understanding and loving our world

Rev 8-9 The Seven Trumpets Part 2

Mon, 06 Nov 2023 00:24:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie discuss in more detail why Rob believes that the 7 Trumpets are not God's wrath, but are instead a description of what happens to the creation when humanity remains in power. Rob also explains why he believes that the 7 Trumpets are a prelude to both the destruction of Rome's economy (the world's economy) and why the 5th and 6th Trumpets are to be understood in light of the war of "Armageddon."

Understanding Rev 8-9 is critical for discerning the meaning of the book of Revelation especially in contrast with the popular readings of Revelation.

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Rev 8-9 The Seven Trumpets Part 1

Mon, 30 Oct 2023 00:12:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie look at the 7 Trumpets in Rev 8-9. Rob argues that the 7 Trumpets do not relay God's end-times wrath but that they set forth what happens to the creation when humanity is allowed to remain in power.

Rob identifies several keys in the text that indicate, contrary to what many have suggested, that Revelation 8-9 is not setting forth God's end times wrath, but what happens to the creation when humanity is allowed to remain in power.

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Rev 8-9: 7th Seal and the 7 Trumpets

8:1 the narrative resumes and the Seventh Seal is broken.

7th Trumpet 11:15-19: the statement in 11:18 “destroy those who destroy the Earth”
There is a complex overlapping structure to the introduction to the 7 Trumpets that indicate that something is going on!

John is advancing a narrative:

The clear literary progression that occurs in the accounts of the Seals, Trumpets, and Bowls
The 7th in each of the series of 7’s appears to bring us to the end: 7th Trumpet we read earlier is obviously the end; yet the 7 Bowls happen afterward
Each of the 3 series of 7’s close with reference to the theophanic manifestations

Theophanic Manifestations

4:5

8:5 adds “earthquake”

11:19 adds “hail”

16:17-21

8:1 7th Seal

8:2 Intro 7 Trumpets

8:5 end of the 7th Seal

8:6 7 Trumpets

An angel with a censer in the middle of this (8:3-4)

The relationship between the Seals and Trumpets is seen in that both have a 4-3 pattern

Another link between the accounts of the Seven Seals and the Seven Trumpets is that John includes an interlude in the midst of each series.

the interlude occurs after the account of the Sixth and before the Seventh item in each corresponding series.

They are also related in that they complement one another

The 1st 4 Seals affected humanity: deception, war, famines—inflation; and death
The 1ST 4 Trumpets directly affect the four divisions of creation—the earth, the sea, the rivers and springs (freshwater), and the sun, moon, and stars

Then how are they redeemed?

The scroll will reveal how the nations will be redeemed.

Rev 7 The 144,000 and the Great Multitude

Mon, 23 Oct 2023 00:35:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie look at Rev 7. Who are the 144,000? Who are the Great Multitude? Rob will argue that the 144,000 and the Great Multitude are the same group. John presents them as a fulfillment of God's promise to Abraham that from your seed all the nations will be blessed and they will become as numerous as the stars and the sand. The main point of Rev 7 is to remind God's people that they have the Holy Spirit so that they may endure the time of suffering and to give them a glimpse of the reward that awaits those who overcome.

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Show notes:

Rev 7:1-17

4 corners: 2x Rev 7:1; 20:8

2 Cor 1:22; Eph 1:13, 14

2 Tim 2:19

Rev 3:10; John 17:15

Gen 15:5

Gen 17:4

Deut 10:22

Servant (14x) 1:1*; 2:20; 6:15; 7:3; 10:7; 11:18; 13:16; 15:3; 19:2, 5, 18; 22:3, 6

Rom 4:11-13

Gal 3:28-29

7:15-18 corresponds to the description of the New Jerusalem 21-22

Hears 144,000

Sees GM

19:13 Blood on His garment before He comes down!

Holy Warriors

144,000 counted
Num 1:3, 18, 20—numbering of people for war
David numbers the Israelites (2 Sam 24) and Israel is judged!

GM Rev 7:9 waving palm branches

Rev 6-7 Seals and the 144,000

Mon, 16 Oct 2023 00:23:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie address the 5th and 6th Seals and begin a look at the 144,000 of Rev. They discuss the importance of the "prayers of the Saints" (6:9-11) for the overall narrative as well as what it means for that the people of God are "sealed."

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5th Seal the souls under the altar 6:9-11

After the opening of each of the first four Seals, John says “I heard” (6:1, 3, 5, 7): With the opening of the Fifth Seal, however, he states “I saw” (6:9).
the account of the Fifth Seal does not include a reference to one of the Four Living Creatures,
Or, a command to “Come,”
Or, a description of a rider on a varied colored horse.

“How long?” (6:10)

Exod 2:23-25

“They should rest for a little while longer” (6:11)

6th Seal: the nations and the final judgment 6:12-17.

The 5th was the cry of God’s people
The 6th is the cry of the nations

The imagery of earthquakes and signs in the sun, the moon, and the stars is common apocalyptic imagery (Isa 34:4 LXX; Isa 13:10-13; 24:1-6, 17-23; Ezek 32:6-8; Hos 10:8; Joel 2:10, 30-31; 3:15-16; Hab 3:6-11; Mark 13:24-26; Acts 2:19-20)

At the birth of Jesus, there were “signs” in the heavens: such as a “star” (Matt 2:2).
At the baptism of Jesus: “he saw the heavens opening” and a “voice came out of the heavens” (Mark 1:10-11; see Matt 3:16-17; Luke 3:21-22).
At the crucifixion of Jesus we are told that “darkness fell over the whole land” (Mark 15:33; see Matt 27:45; Luke 23:44), “the earth shook and the rocks split” (Matt 27:51), and “tombs were opened” (Matt 27:52).
At Pentecost: the descent of the Spirit at Pentecost (Acts 2:19-20).

Earthquakes signify the presence of God. Exod 19:18; Isa 24:18-20; 29:6; Joel 2:10; 3:16.

Mountains: signify kings and kingdoms.

7:1-17 is an interlude (a pause) See also: 10:1-11:14

Both interludes between 6-7th Seal/Trumpet

4 angels holding back the 4 winds

“4 corners” occurs only here in 7:1 and 20:8

The OT context is found in the “marking” of the people of God in Ezekiel 9:4-6

In the NT, the Holy Spirit is called the Seal of God. (2 Cor 1:21-22; Eph 1:13, 14)

Rev 6: The Seven Seals (part 2)

Mon, 09 Oct 2023 00:16:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie look at the 1st four Seals of Rev 6:1-9. This passage is commonly viewed as a series of events that begin in some future time and mark the beginning of the "end times." Instead, Rob and Vinnie note that the Seals relay the devastating effect that the nations bring upon the world when God allows them to remain in power. In addition, they note that the effects of the Seals are felt more deeply by the poor and the marginalized. The fact that most Christians were members of the lower class means that they too are impacted. In fact, a key element of John's presentation of the Seals is that the people of God are impacted by each of the first four Seals.

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Rob’s blogs related to the 7 Seals

7 Seals and Revelation

3rd Seal and Covid

Are the 7 Seals God’s Wrath? #4

Are the 7 Seals God’s Wrath? Part 2 #5

First Seal: the rider on the white horse (6:1-2)

Mark 13:5-6
Matt 24:23-24

There are three basic views as to what this rider represents

The first two views both contend that the rider on the white horse represents Christ.
- The difference between these first two views has to do with whether the rider on the first horse represents Christ at His first coming or if it is a depiction of Christ coming in the future.
The third view suggests that the rider on the white horse represents false Christs and false prophets.

Second Seal: the rider on the red horse 6:3-4

John uses the verb “to slay” eight times.
- Jesus as the Lamb that was “slain” (5:6, 9, 12; 13:8)
- People of God the Fifth Seal are those: “who had been slain because of the word of God, and because of the testimony which they had” (6:9).
- 1x: Babylon as the place where one finds “the blood of prophets and of saints and of all who have been slain on the earth” (18:24)
- “to slay” in 13:3.

Third Seal: rider on the black horse 6:5-6

The Third Seal depicts a world of inflation in which the poor are disproportionately affected

Fourth Seal: Rider on Pale Horse—Death 6:7-8

Rev 6: The Seven Seals (part 1)

Mon, 02 Oct 2023 00:23:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie begin a look at the 7 Seals of Rev 6. Are they the "wrath of God" in the last days? Rob argues that the idea that the Seals, Trumpets, and Bowls are God's end-times wrath which is designed to bring the nations--at least those who survive--to repentance is a major misreading of the book of Revelation. Instead, he argues, the Seals (and later the Trumpets, and Bowls) represent what happens when God graciously delays the final judgment. By delaying the end, God allows human governments to remain in power. And human rulers bring deception, war, famine, pestilence, and death. Rob further argues that the devastation that results from human rule also affects the people of God. That is why, he suggests, the 5th Seal is the people of God crying out "How Long."

Show notes:

Rev 6:1-17

Gen 1

“God said” 10x
“Let there be” 10x
“It was good” 7x
“God” 35x

Gen 1:1 = 7 words

Gen 1:2 = 14 words

Land 21x
“And it was so” 7x
“And God saw” 7x
“To make” 10x
“According to its kind” 10x

Mark 10:42-45

Mark 13:5-13

2 things

1)those who suffer the most from the destructive behaviors unleashed by human rulers and their lust for power are the poor and marginalized.

2) There is this mistaken notion that the people of God are exempt from this suffering

Rev 5 The Lamb and the Scroll

Mon, 25 Sep 2023 00:25:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie explore Rev 5. It is at this point that the main story of Revelation begins to unfold. Jesus is Lamb who was slain and He is worthy to take the Scroll and to open it! What's on the Scroll? It is God's will and His plan for redeeming the creation.

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Notes:

“strong angel” 7x (5:2; 10:1, 5, 8, 9, 10; 18:21)

Scroll: “the content of the scroll is God’s redemptive plan”

“Servant songs” Isa 42:1; 44:1; 49:1-6; Isa 52:13, 14-53:12; Acts 8:25-35

5:5-6 is critical for understanding the book of Revelation

1st John’s use of hearing and seeing

2nd Jesus is the Lamb/Lion

3rd This becomes the major source for understanding what “overcome” looks like.

4th Jesus and death and resurrection are the key!

Nations are important to the story

5:9; 7:9—the people of God come from the nations

21:24, 26; 22:2—They walk in the New Jerusalem

The people of God have been redeemed in order that we might reign!: “reign upon the earth” (5:10

Exod 19:4-6

A proper understanding of Revelation’s narrative begins with recognizing the centrality of Jesus as the slain Lamb.

Rev and imagery: Interview with Nelson Kraybill

Mon, 18 Sep 2023 00:58:00 -0700

On today's episode, Rob and Vinnie interview Nelso Kraybill, the author of Apocalypse and Allegiance: Worship, Politics, and Devotion in the book of Revelation. We discuss the book of Revelation and John's use of images and what it means for the church today.

Nelson Kraybill is an ordained minister who served as President of Anabaptist Mennonite Biblical Seminary in Indiana (1997–2009) and President of Mennonite World Conference (2015–22). He was scholar-in-residence at Bethlehem Bible College in Palestine (2022–23) where his work included recording ten short films on peace themes related to biblical sites. Nelson received an M.Div degree from Princeton Theological Seminary and a Ph.D in Biblical Studies from Union Presbyterian Seminary. He was co-founder of Bridge Builders Mediation Service in Britain, and his publications range from the feature articles in Christianity Today (1999) to his book Apocalypse and Allegiance: Worship, Politics, and Devotion in the Book of Revelation (Brazos Press, 2010). He has recently published a new book Stuck Together: The Hope of Christian Witness in a Polarized World (Herald Press, 2023).

His blog www.peace-pilgrim.com features popular-level articles on biblical sites, and he has led study tours to Bible lands since 2008.

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Rev & Justice: interview with Alan Bandy

Mon, 11 Sep 2023 00:21:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie interview NT scholar Alan Bandy (PhD, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary). Alan is a Professor of NT and Greek and the Associate Dean of Research and the Doctoral Programs at New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. Alan is the author of numerous works: including, An Illustrated Guide to the Apostle Paul

The conversation with Alan focuses on the theme of justice and the use of the Lawsuit motif in the Prophets and the book of Revelation. Much of this conversation focuses on what it means for us today.

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Rev 4 God is one the Throne

Mon, 28 Aug 2023 00:09:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie discuss Rev 4:1-11. This scene is central to the Book of Revelation. Contrary to public opinion, it is God who sits on the throne and not Caesar.

NB: You won't want to miss the singing at the end!

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Show notes:

The first scene occurs with John “in the Spirit” on Patmos (1:9)

In the second scene, he is “in the Spirit” and taken to heaven (4:1-2)

In the third scene, John is “in the Spirit” and taken to a wilderness (17:3)

In the final scene, John is “in the Spirit” and taken to a great and high mountain (21:10)

2 keys:

God is one the throne and not Caesar
Throne is in heaven but it comes down in chs 21-22

Thy kingdom come on earth as it is in heaven!

Ezek 1:4-14, 26-28

Isa 6:1-8

Ezek 1-3 & Isa 6 are commissioning passages

24 Elders: (12x) 4:4, 10; 5:5, 6, 8, 11, 14; 7:11, 13; 11:16; 14:3; 19:4

Zech 4:2, 3, 6, 10: in Zech it is the Spirit! (4:6)

“Earthquake” Exod 19:16-25

‘The one who sits on the Throne’ (7x: 4:9; 5:1, 7, 13; 6:16; 7:10; 21:5)

Rev 2-3 Overcome

Mon, 21 Aug 2023 00:35:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie finish their study of the 7 messages by looking at the closing exhortation "to those who have ears to hear" the promises of blessing to those who "overcome."

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Notes for today's podcast:

“Let the one who has an ear hear what the Spirit is saying to the churches” (2:7, 11, 17, 29; 3:6, 13, 22).

Ezek 3:27; Jer 5:21
Mark 4:3, 9 Hear

“To you it has been granted to know the mysteries of the kingdom of heaven” (Mark 4:11)

John 6:66-68

“to the one who overcomes” (2:7, 11, 17, 26; 3:5, 12, 21)

Thyatira: includes an additional phrase: “the one who overcomes and the one who keeps my works until the end” (2:26).

Psalm 2:8-9

Jesus is twice described as the one who will “rule” the nations (12:5; 19:15).

Dan 7:18-25

Luke 22:24-30

Morning star is a messianic term

Num 24:17

3:4 “they will “walk” with me”

Lev 26:12
Gen 3:8

Garments are “white” suggests moral purity.

4:4
6:11
7:9, 14
16:15

I will not erase their name from BOL

Dan 12:1-2
OT –notion of a registry: Ps 87:6; Isa 4:3; Dan 12:1
Erasing of names: Exod 32:32-33 Ps 69:28

Compare 3:3 and 3:5 in Greek “certainly”

I will confess their name

Matt 10:32

Name of my God: corresponds with Seal of God in 7:1-8; 14:1: 22:4

Name of the city of My God: Ezek 48:35

My new name: 19:12

Sit on His throne

What does it mean to overcome?

-What is it that we overcome?

We will/do rule with Christ: 1:6; 2:26; 3:21; 5:10; 20:4, 6; 22:5

2 Tim 2:12

Understanding Revelation: Interview with David deSilva

Mon, 21 Aug 2023 00:15:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie one of the leading NT Scholars and a leading authority on the book of Revelation, David deSilva.

David is a New Testament scholar and a professor of New Testament and Greek at Ashland Theological Seminary in Ohio. He received his PhD in Religion from Emory University and has authored numerous books and articles on the New Testament, including:

An Introduction to the New Testament: Contexts, Methods & Ministry Formation

Commentary on Galatians

Commentary on Ephesians

Seeing Things John's Way: The Rhetoric of the Book of Revelation

Unholy Allegiances: Heeding Revelation's Warning

Discovering Revelation: Context, Interpretation, Reception

A Week in the Life of Ephesus

deSilva is also an ordained elder in the Florida Conference of the Global Methodist Church.

Here is the link to Rob's blogs on Rev 6 and the 3rd Seal

7 Seals and Revelation

3rd Seal and Covid

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Rev 2-3 Philadelphia and Laodicea

Mon, 14 Aug 2023 00:47:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie continue their discussion of the seven messages by looking at the messages to Philadelphia & Laodicea. The church in Philadelphia was small and of little power yet it is 1 of the 2 churches with only positive features. The church in Laodicea was very wealthy yet it had no positive features.

Rob and Vinnie then spend a lot of time discussing the importance of all this for the church today.

Here is a link to an older podcast in which Rob discusses the Rapture

Here is a link to Rob's book on the end times

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Women in Ministry: Interview with ”Kim” and ”Liz”

Mon, 07 Aug 2023 00:01:00 -0700

In this powerful episode, Rob and Vinnie interview two women who have extensive backgrounds in ministry to hear their stories. They share the struggles that they have had to endure in order to use the gifts they have been given and to fulfill God's call upon their lives.

The gravity of the situation is evidenced by the fact that we are unable to use the real names and we have had to mask their voices.

"Kim" and "Liz" share their stories of trauma and the daily struggles they encounter in church ministry.

Regardless of one's view of women in leadership, this episode is a must-listen. We ask that you prayerfully listen and contemplate the real struggles that most women face working in the church.

Podcast Interview with Mimi Haddad

Podcast on 1 Cor 11:2-16

Podcast on Women in the Church

Here are the links to Rob’s blogs on women

Women and Justice (There are 15 posts from Mar - July 2021)

Women and Justice #1

Women and Justice #2

Women and Justice #3

Are women to be Subordinate? #4

Women and Gen 2-3

BiblTheology Women Col 3

Women in the NT

Male Headship as Apartheid Gal 5

1 Cor 14: Women.Silent?

Women and Justice Conclusion

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Rev 2-3 The Seven Messages: Thyatira and Sardis (part 5)

Mon, 31 Jul 2023 00:47:00 -0700

Rob and Vinnie continue their discussion of the seven messages of Rev 2-3. In this episode, they discuss the contents of the messages to the churches in Thyatira and Sardis.

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Rev 2-3 The Seven Messages Part 4: Ephesus, Smyrna, Pergamum

Mon, 24 Jul 2023 00:48:00 -0700

Rob and Vinnie continue their study of the seven messages by looking at the words of encouragement and warning in the seven messages and what it means for the church today. In this episode, they look at Ephesus, Smryna, and Pergamum.

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Rev 2-3 Jesus in The Seven Messages: Part 3

Mon, 17 Jul 2023 00:25:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie discuss the seven messages of Rev 2-3 and why they are important for understanding the book of Revelation as a whole. Then they look at the descriptions of Jesus in each of the seven messages and how the image relates to the rest of the book of Revelation as well as its importance for understanding each of the messages.

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Rev 2-3 Part 2: The Imperial Cult

Mon, 03 Jul 2023 00:27:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie continue to examine the seven messages of Rev 2-3 by examining the religious/cultural context behind the messages and the book of Revelation.

They examine the Roman religious system, as well as look at what living conditions were like in the Roman world.

Finally, they discuss why the churches of Smyrna and Philadelphia were having trouble with the local synagogues

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David deSilva A week in the life of Ephesus:

Slaveryfootprint.org

McKnight/Matchett Revelation for the Rest of Us

David deSilva Unholy Allegiances

Michael Gorman Reading Revelation Responsibly

John Stott Radical Disciple

Rev 2-3 Understanding the 7 Messages: Part 1

Mon, 26 Jun 2023 00:08:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie begin a look at the seven messages (letters) of Rev 2-3. Although many jump to the heavenly vision of Rev 4 and skip the seven messages, these chapters are integral to understanding the book of Revelation.

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Notes:

Prophetic messages

Each of the seven messages begins with the prophetic formula “these are the words of” (2:1, 8, 12, 18; 3:1, 7, 14).

Apocalyptic catchphrase “Let the one who has an ear hear what the Spirit is saying to the churches” (2:7, 11, 17, 29; 3:6, 13, 22)

In the very middle of the seven messages we read, “And all the churches will know that I am the One who searches the minds and hearts” (2:23).

Three-Four pattern

the first three messages the exhortation to “the one who has an ear” (2:7, 11, 17) precedes the promise “to the one who overcomes (2:7, 11, 17).

In the last four messages, this is reversed so that the promise to the one who overcomes (26; 3:5, 12, 21) precedes the exhortation to “the one who has an ear” (2:29; 3:6, 13, 22).

The message to Smyrna and the message to Philadelphia refer to those who “say they are Jews” (2:9; 3:9) but are instead a “synagogue of Satan” (2:9; 3:9).

Thyatira is the center and the most important of the messages (2:18-29).

Rev 2:20-23

Ezek 39:23

Rom 1:18

Rom 1:24, 26, 28

Rev 3:19

Ezek 36:20-21

Rev 2:14-15

Revelation and the 7 Churches: Interview with Mark Wilson

Mon, 19 Jun 2023 00:11:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie begin an introduction to the Seven Messages of Rev 2-3 by interviewing Mark Wilson who is the founder and director of the Asia Minor Research Center in Antalya, Turkey. Mark is the premier scholar on the seven churches today.

Mark Wilson is the founder and director of the Asia Minor Research Center in Antalya, Turkey, the country where he and his wife Dindy have lived since 2004. Mark received a D.Litt. et Phil. in New Testament at the University of South Africa where he is also a Research Fellow. He is also Professor Extraordinary of New Testament at Stellenbosch University. He is a member of many academic societies including the Society of Biblical Literature, the Evangelical Theological Society, and the American Society of Overseas Research. Mark is the author of numerous books and articles including Biblical Turkey, Victory through the Lamb, and The Spirit Said Go. His particular research interests are the book of Acts and the book of Revelation. He regularly leads biblical tours in the Eastern Mediterranean. He and Dindy have been married for forty-nine years; they have four adult children, four grandsons, and four granddaughters.

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Notes:

Rev 3:17-18 background for Laodicea was their wealth?

Rev 3:15: “lukewarm”

What it would have been like for Christians in these cities?

How many Christians lived in these cities?

What were some of the pressures that the churches were facing as Christ-followers in the Roman world?

Rev 2:13 Where “Satan has his throne”?

Rev 2:6, 14-15, 20 Who are the Nicolaitans and what were the teachings of Balaam, and Jezebel?

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Markwilson@sevenchurches.org

Tutkutours.com

Link to Mark’s Revelation commentary

Rev 1:12-20 John’s description of Jesus

Mon, 12 Jun 2023 00:25:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie finish their discussion of 1:9-20 by looking at the details of John's description of Jesus. Jesus is described as the end times judge. This is directed at the people of God! In addition, the churches are reminded that Jesus is the One who was dead and is alive and He has the keys of death and Hades!

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NOTES for today's episode

Revelation uses 40+ different descriptors for Jesus

Controlling image is “Lamb”

Like “a Son of Man” (1:13)

Ezek 2:1
Dan 7:13-14 Clothing and personal characteristics point to his divine status; he speaks of His pre-existence

Two descriptions of his clothing

1. Dressed in a robe:

High Priestly garments? (Exod 28:4; 29:5; 39:29; Ezek 9:2, 3, 11
Long robes were worn by all dignitaries:

2. Girded around His chest with a golden sash: Rev 15:6

Seven features describing Christ: highlight His role as the end times judge.

1. Head and hair were white like wool: suggests wisdom

- Ultimate judicial wisdom Lev 19:32: Prov 20:29
- Ancient of Days Dan 7:9-10

2.Eyes like blazing fire: Judgment: purifying judgment

Rev 19:12; Dan 10:6

3. Feet like bronze: Strength/moral purity

4. Voice like sound of many waters: God’s: 3x: 1:15; 14:2; 19:6; Ezek 43:2:

5. Right hand held 7 Stars: Dan 12:3, 6-7

Identified as Angels in 1:20

6. Mouth sharp double-edged sword: Word of God (2:12, 16; 19:15, 21)

Isa 11:4 and 49:2.
2Thess 2:8 Breath of His mouth

7. Face (appearance) shining like the sun: Matt 17:2

1:17-18

John reacts to Jesus’ presence: Fell at His feet

Isa 6:5
Ezek 1:28
Dan 10:10-12, 18

“I am the First and the Last”: Indicates the Absolute Sovereignty of God

Isa 41:4; 44:6; 48:12
Deut 32:39-40

First and last: 1:17; 2:8; 22:13—always Jesus

1:17: I am the first and the last: (18): and the living One; and I was dead, and behold, I am alive forevermore
2:8: The first and the last, who was dead, and has come to life
22:13 Alpha and Omega, the First and the Last, the Beginning and the End

Beginning and end: 21:6; 22:13. (3:14 “Beginning”)

21:6 Alpha and Omega, the Beginning and the End (Father)
22:13 Alpha and Omega, the First and the Last, the Beginning and the End (Jesus)

Alpha and Omega: 3x 1:8; 21:6; 22:13

1:8 Alpha and Omega (Father)
21:6 Alpha and Omega, the Beginning and the End (Father)
22:13 Alpha and Omega, the First and the Last, the Beginning and the End (Jesus)

Keys of death and hades?

Death: grave: death is the state of the dead
Hades: Hebrew-Sheol place of departed spirits;

“Write what is now and what will take place later” (1:19)

“mystery” (1:20): Throughout the book, it indicates the fulfillment of what was previously veiled in an ironic fashion

Seven stars are the angels
Seven lampstands are the churches

Psalm 96, 98.

21:6 “I will give to the one who thirsts from the spring of the water of life without cost”

22:17 Let the one who wishes take the water of life without cost

Rev 1:9-20 Kingdom, Tribulation, Perseverance

Mon, 05 Jun 2023 00:10:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie examine Rev 1:9-20. What does it mean that the Kingdom is one of Tribulation that requires perseverance? What does the Bible say about the Tribulation? They also look at why John was on Patmos. Finally, they discuss the significance of Jesus as the center of the book of Revelation.

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Revelation: 1:9-3:22

1:9 Tribulation, Kingdom, Patient Endurance!

Kingdom

Tribulation: thlipsis (1:9; 2:9, 10, 22; 7:14)

Matt 24:9
John 16:33
Acts 11:19; 14:22; 20:23
Matt 24:21

Patient endurance (7x: 1:9; 2:2, 3, 19; 3:10; 13:10; 14:12): Ability to bear up under difficult circumstances

Life in the kingdom of God is one of tribulation that requires patient endurance.

1:9: “I was on the island of Patmos”

He was there because he was preaching

1:10 He hears a voice like a trumpet (4:1)

1:12: 7 Golden Lampstands: Zech 4:2-10; Exod 25:33-34

Revelation and the Holy Spirit: interview with Dana Harris

Mon, 29 May 2023 00:20:00 -0700

On this episode, Rob and Vinnie interview Dana Harris to discuss one of the most overlooked features of the Book of Revelation: the person and work of the Holy Spirit.

Dr. Harris is Professor of New Testament and Chair of the New Testament Department at Trinity International University/Trinity Evangelical Divinity School.

She specializes in the Epistle to the Hebrews and the Book of Revelation; She is the author of numerous works including An Introduction to Biblical Greek Grammar: a commentary on the book of Hebrews. She was also a contributor to the NIV Study Bible (Zondervan, 2015)

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Notes:

1:4: “7 spirits” or “seven-fold Spirit”

3:1: Jesus has the 7 spirits of God

4:5: 7 lamps are the 7 spirits

5:6: Jesus has 7 eyes which are the 7 spirits

Zech 4:6 “Not by might nor by power, but by My Spirit,’ says the Lord of hosts” is for John’s description of the Holy Spirit in the book of Revelation.

1:9; 4:1-2; 17:1-3; 21:9-10: “I was in the Spirit”

14:13; 22:17: The “spirit” speaks

19:10: “The testimony of Jesus is the spirit of prophecy”

22:1: river of life coming from the throne:

Rev 1.1-8 the Prologue

Mon, 22 May 2023 00:31:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie look at the first 8 verses of ch 1 in the book of Revelation. These verses set the stage and provide some of the key themes that will be found throughout the book of Revelation

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Notes:

1:1-8 Prologue: introduction

7 parts to the book

1:1 “The Revelation of Jesus Christ”

Word of God and the testimony of Jesus Christ (1:2)

Word of God and the testimony of Jesus (1:9)

Word of God and their testimony (6:9)

Words of God (17:17)

(true) Words of God (19:9): Testimony of Jesus (19:10)

Word of God (19:13)

Testimony of Jesus and the Word of God (20:4)

1:3 John says that we are “Blessed” if we read it

1:4 Father: Him who is, who was, who is to come: 1:4, 8; 4:8

1:8 Father:

Alpha and the Omega; “says the Lord God”
Who is and who was and who is to come:
The Almighty

1:4 “Seven spirits”

sevenfold Spirit: Isa 11:2

1:5 and from Jesus Christ

Faithful witness! (Death)
Firstborn from the dead (Resurrection)
Ruler of the kings of the earth (Ascension)

1:6 “He made us to be a kingdom, priests

Exod 19:6

5:9, 10 By means of His blood

20:6

1 Pet 2:9

1:6: To Him be the glory and dominion forever, Amen

1 Chron 29:11

1:7 He is coming with the Clouds of Heaven

Dan 7:13, 14 and Zech 12:10

Clouds: 7x used for the presence of God (Exod 13:21; Acts 1:9) 7x: 1:7; 10:1; 11:12; 14:14 (2x), 15, 16

1:8 “I am the Alpha and the Omega”— anchors both the opening and closing of the book (1:8; 22:13)

He is the one “who is and who was and who is to come”

“the Almighty”

Conclusion

Matt 6:19-34

Interview with Michael Brown

Mon, 15 May 2023 00:47:00 -0700

Rob and Vinnie interview Michael Brown. Michael is a noted Messianic apologist and nationally syndicated radio host.

Here is a link to the 4,000 year history of Palestine

for more information on Michael Brown see his website at https://askdrbrown.org/

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Interview with Palestinian Christian Tony Deik

Mon, 08 May 2023 00:19:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie interview Palestinian Christian Tony Deik.

(NOTE: We apologize that Tony's audio is not the best. This is one of the hazards of interviewing persons from across the miles).

Tony is a Palestinian Christian from Bethlehem, Palestine. For the last decade, he has lived and ministered in different contexts, including the Philippines, Hong Kong, England, Palestine, and Bolivia. Tony is currently a residential researcher at Tyndale House, Cambridge, where he is working on his PhD research in the New Testament. He is also a lecturer in biblical studies at Bethlehem Bible College (online), and a member of the leadership team of the International Fellowship for Mission as Transformation (INFEMIT). Previously, Tony directed the online education program at Bethlehem Bible College, served with Operation Mobilization onboard MV Logos Hope, and was involved in the work of Centro de Capacitación Misionera in La Paz, Bolivia. He has contributed to several edited volumes in theology and biblical studies including Reading Ecclesiastes from Asia and Pasifika (Atlanta: SBL Press, 2020), The Religious Other: A Biblical Understanding of Islam, the Qur'an and Muhammad (Carlisle: Langham, 2020), and Between Religion and Politics: A Christian Perspective on Political Questions from the Middle East (Beirut: Dar Manhal al Hayat, 2022 [Arabic]). Tony is married to Sara, a Bolivian, and they are the proud parents of Nour Sofia.

Tony relates to us the hardships that he and his family have faced. Once he married Sara (a Bolivian), he and Sara were forced to reside outside of Bethlehem. This is because Sara is not allowed by the Israeli military (they are the occupying forces and maintain a large amount of control over the Palestinian territories) to live permanently in Bethlehem with Tony.

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Revelation #8 Literalism?

Mon, 01 May 2023 00:26:00 -0700

In this episode, which may literally be the best ever done, Rob and Vinnie look at the topic of "literalism" and the book of Revelation. Should the book of Revelation and the Bible be interpreted "literally"?

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Revelation #7 John’s use of numbers

Mon, 24 Apr 2023 00:56:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie explore the book of Revelation and John's use of numbers. John often uses numbers such as 3, 4, 7 and 12. In fact, his lists often have 4 or 7 items in it. Names for God often have 3's: such as "The One who is, who was, and who is to come"; or Jesus is given 3 titles: "The faithful witness, the firstborn from the dead, and the ruler of the kings of the earth." Recognizing that John is doing this, what these numbers represent, and how they are enhancing the meaning of text is an important part of understanding the meaning of the book of Revelation. Besides all that: it is fun!

(See notes below)

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Show notes:

The divine title “the Alpha and the Omega” occurs three times (1:8; 21:6; 22:13).

The parallel title “the First and the Last” also occurs three times (1:17; 2:8; 22:13).

The divine title, “the One who lives forever and ever” (4:9, 10; 10:6; 15:7)

3x God is the “One who is and who was and who is to come” (1:4, 8; 4:8).

Four references to the “Bride” (19:7; 21:2, 9; 22:17).

There are also four occurrences of “the Holy City” (11:2; 21:2, 10; 22:19).

“every tribe, tongue, people, and nation” (5:9; 7:9; 10:11; 11:9; 13:7; 14:6; 17:15).

“love” occurs four times in the book of Revelation (1:5; 3:9; 12:11; 20:9).

“shepherd” occurs four times (2:27; 7:17; 12:5; 19:15)

four references to the seven Spirits (or seven-fold Spirit: 1:4; 3:1; 4:5; 5:6).

The “second death” occurs four times (2:14; 20:6, 14; 21:8)

There are “seven churches” (1:4, 20; 2:1-3:22).

John refers to the “seven churches” four times (1:4, 11, 20*)

“seven stars” (1:16, 20*; 2:1; 3:1).

Jesus has “seven horns and seven eyes” (5:6).

The title “Christ” occurs seven times (1:1, 2, 5; 11:15; 12:10; 20:4, 6).

The name “Jesus” occurs fourteen times (seven times two: 1:1, 2, 5, 9*; 12:17; 14:12; 17:6; 19:10*; 20:4; 22:16, 20, 21).

John uses “Lamb” a total of twenty-eight times (5:6, 8, 12, 13; 6:1, 16; 7:9, 10, 14, 17; 12:11; 13:8, 11; 14:1, 4, 10; 15:3; 17:14*; 19:7, 9; 21:9, 14, 22, 23, 27; 22:1, 3)

The divine title, “the Lord God Almighty” occurs seven times (1:8; 4:8; 11:17; 15:3; 16:7; 19:6; 21:22).

John uses “servant” fourteen times (1:1*; 2:20; 6:15; 7:3; 10:7; 11:18; 13:16; 15:3; 19:2, 5, 18; 22:3, 6)

There are seven blessings in the book of Revelation (1:3; 14:13; 16:15; 19:9; 20:6; 22:7, 14).

Jesus indicates, “I am coming” seven times (2:5, 16; 3:11; 16:15; 22:7, 12, 20).

The Twenty-Four Elders and the Four Living Creatures are paired together seven times (5:6, 8, 11, 14; 7:11; 14:3; 19:4).

The “mark” occurs seven times (13:16, 17; 14:9, 11; 16:2; 19:20; 20:4)

“overcome” occurs seven times in the seven messages (2:7, 11, 17, 26; 3:5, 12, 21)

Seven instances in which the people of God are depicted as those who have “patient endurance” (1:9; 2:2, 3, 19; 3:10; 13:10; 14:12).

“to show” occurs seven times (1:1; 4:1; 17:1; 21:9, 10; 22:1, 6)

“sign” seven times (12:1, 3; 13:13, 14; 15:1; 16:14; 19:20).

“scroll” twenty-eight times (1:11; 3:5; 5:1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 9; 6:14; 10:2, 8, 9, 10; 13:8; 17:8; 20:12**, 15; 21:27; 22:7, 9, 10, 18*, 19*).

7 occurrences of “the war” (11:7; 12:7, 17; 13:7; 16:14; 19:19; 20:8).

“the Word of God” occurs seven times (1:2, 9; 6:9; 17:17; 19:9, 13; 20:4).

John is commanded to “write” 12x

The description of the New Jerusalem (21:9-22:9) is replete with the number twelve.

John uses pneuma (“breath” or “spirit”) twenty-four times in the book of Revelation (1:4, 10; 2:7, 11, 17, 29; 3:1, 6, 13, 22; 4:2, 5; 5:6; 11:11; 13:15; 14:13; 16:13, 14; 17:3; 18:1; 19:10; 20:10; 21:6; 22:17).

John uses “worship” twenty-four times (3:9; 4:10; 5:14; 7:11; 9:20; 11:1, 16; 13:4*, 8, 12, 15; 14:7, 9, 11; 15:4; 16:2; 19:4, 10*, 20; 20:4; 22:8, 9).

There are Twenty-Four Elders (4:4, 10; 5:8; 11:16; 19:4)

There are four instances in which the Twenty-Four Elders worship before the throne (4:10; 5:14; 11:16; 19:4).

here are twelve references to the “Elders” (4:4, 10; 5:5, 6, 8, 11, 14; 7:11, 13; 11:16; 14:3; 19:4).

John uses “repent” twelve times (2:5*, 16, 21*, 22; 3:3, 19; 9:20, 21; 16:9, 11)

“write” occurs twelve times as a second-person singular command (1:11, 19; 2:1, 8, 12, 18; 3:1, 7, 14; 14:13; 19:9; 21:5).

1:4-5: Grace to you and peace,

from Him who is and who was and who is to come,

and from the seven Spirits who are before His throne,

and from Jesus Christ, the faithful witness, the firstborn of the dead, and the ruler of the kings of the earth

5:12 Worthy is the Lamb that was slain to receive power and riches and wisdom and might and honor and glory and blessing

7:12: Amen, blessing and glory and wisdom and thanksgiving and honor and power and might, be to our God forever and ever. Amen

6:15: the kings of the earth and the great men and the commanders and the rich and the strong and every slave and free man hid themselves in the caves and among the rocks of the mountains

Revelation #6 What is Revelation’s Purpose?

Mon, 17 Apr 2023 00:56:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie continue their discussion of the book of Revelation by looking at the questions about the purpose of the book of Revelation and its authorship.

Dan 2:28 ‘What must happen in the last days’
Dan 2:29 ‘What must happen in the last days’
Dan 2:45 ‘The things which will be in the last days’
Rev 1:1 ‘What must happen quickly’
Rev 1:19 ‘What is about to happen after these things’
Rev 4:1 ‘What must happen after these things’
Rev 22:6 ‘What must happen quickly’

Inclusios:

Revelation 1:1

Revelation 22:6

“The revelation of Jesus Christ which God gave him to show His servants what must take place soon and He made it known by sending His angel to His servant John

“. . . the Lord, the God of the spirits of the prophets, sent His angel to show His servants what must take place soon

For further study" homework: read the book of Revelation; become familiar with it. Then reread it; and reread it

Rob’s book: Follow the Lamb: a Guide to Reading, Understanding, and Applying the Book of Revelation

Rob’s book: Understanding the New Testament and the End Times

Blog Posts

7 Seals and Revelation

3rd Seal and Covid

Revelation A Love Story

End-times Return of Jesus

Basic:

Keener, Craig S. Revelation. NIV Application Commentary. Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 2000.

Peterson, Eugene H. Reversed Thunder: The Revelation of John and the Praying Imagination. San Francisco: Harper & Row, 1988.

Resseguie, James. The Revelation of John: A Narrative Commentary. Grand Rapids, Baker Academic: 2009.

Rossing, Barbara. The Rapture Exposed: The Message of Hope in the book of Revelation. New York: Basic Books, 2005.

Advanced:

Barr, David. Tales of the End: A Narrative Commentary on the Book of Revelation. Salem, Or.: Polebridge Press, 2012.

Topical studies on Revelation

Gorman, Michael. Reading Revelation Responsibly. Eugene, Or.: Wipf and Stock, 2011.

deSilva, David, Unholy Allegiance

McKnight, Scot and Cody Matchett. Revelation for the Rest of Us: A Prophetic Call to Follow Jesus as a Dissident Disciple. Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 2023.

Revelation #5 Intro: ”A Love Story”?

Mon, 10 Apr 2023 00:38:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie continue their introduction and overview of the book of Revelation. They discuss Rob's proposal that the book of Revelation is a love story as well as a brief look at the structure of Revelation and how that impacts our understanding of the text.

See notes and recommended readings below

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NOTES:

John has made the structure really explicit: Rev 1:9; 4:1-2; 17:1-3; 21:9-10

Jesus is first introduced in 1:5 with the titles

Faithful witness
Firstborn from the dead
Ruler of the kings of the earth

5:5-6

Lion 6x; only 1x for Jesus

Lamb 28x; 27x for Jesus!

5:9

But it is not only who is in power but how we do power!

Is it Lion power or Lamb power?

Lion power

Lamb power

Mark 10:42-45

Babylon v New Jerusalem

17:6

18:24

Matt 6:19-34

We cannot love God and mammon

Resources:

Rob’s book: Follow the Lamb: a Guide to Reading, Understanding, and Applying the Book of Revelation

Rob’s book: Understanding the New Testament and the End Times

For all Rob’s books: Amazon.com page

Rob's blog posts

7 Seals and Revelation

3rd Seal and Covid

Revelation A Love Story

End-times Return of Jesus

Introductions to the book of Revelation

Dalrymple, Rob. Follow the Lamb: A Guide to Reading, Understanding, and Applying the book of Revelation. Eugene, Or.: Wipf and Stock, 2017.

Commentaries

Simple:

Poythress, Vern S. The Returning King: A Guide to the Book of Revelation. Phillipsburg, NJ: Presbyterian and Reformed, 2000.

Basic:

Keener, Craig S. Revelation. NIV Application Commentary. Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 2000.

Peterson, Eugene H. Reversed Thunder: The Revelation of John and the Praying Imagination. San Francisco: Harper & Row, 1988.

Resseguie, James. The Revelation of John: A Narrative Commentary. Grand Rapids, Baker Academic: 2009.

Rossing, Barbara. The Rapture Exposed: The Message of Hope in the book of Revelation. New York: Basic Books, 2005.

Advanced:

Barr, David. Tales of the End: A Narrative Commentary on the Book of Revelation. Salem, Or.: Polebridge Press, 2012.

Topical studies on Revelation

Gorman, Michael. Reading Revelation Responsibly. Eugene, Or.: Wipf and Stock, 2011.

deSilva, David, Unholy Allegiance: Heeding Revelation’s Warning. Peabody, MA.: Hendrickson, 2022

McKnight, Scot and Cody Matchett. Revelation for the Rest of Us: A Prophetic Call to Follow Jesus as a Dissident Disciple. Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 2023.

Revelation #4: Understanding the Letters

Mon, 03 Apr 2023 03:30:00 -0700

This is part 4 of our study of the book of Revelation. This is a repeat episode that first aired in 2021. All new episodes next week! In this episode, Rob and Vinnie discuss the 7 Letters of the book of Revelation, how to understand them and their role in the book of Revelation, as well as what is the message of the 7 letters and its application for today.

Here is the link to Rob’s book: Follow the Lamb: a Guide to Reading, Understanding, and Applying the Book of Revelation

Here is the link to David deSilva's UnHoly Allegiances

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Revelation #3: Understanding Prophecy

Mon, 27 Mar 2023 03:03:00 -0700

This is part 3 of our study of the book of Revelation. This is a repeat episode that first aired in 2021. All new episodes coming Apr 2023. This episode Rob and Vinnie discuss the genre of prophecy and the book of Revelation. They address how to understand the prophets in the whole of the Bible and how this affects our understanding of the book of Revelation.

Here is the link to Michael Gorman's book Reading Revelation Responsibly

You may purchase Rob’s book: Follow the Lamb: a Guide to Reading, Understanding, and Applying the Book of Revelation

You may purchase Rob’s book Understanding the New Testament and the End Times

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Revelation #2: Understand Apocalyptic

Mon, 20 Mar 2023 03:03:00 -0700

This is part 2 of our study of the book of Revelation. This is a repeat episode that first aired in 2021. All new episodes coming Apr 2023. In this episode, Rob and Vinnie discuss the genre of Apocalyptic and the book of Revelation. They address how to understand the Apocalyptic in the whole of the Bible and how this affects our understanding of the book of Revelation.

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Revelation #1: An Introduction

Mon, 13 Mar 2023 03:48:00 -0700

Rob and Vinnie discuss the book of Revelation. How are we to understand the last book of the Bible. Was John taken into the future to see the "last days?" Or was John writing in a familiar way so that 1st-century readers would have understood? or both?

And what is the importance of the message of Revelation for us today?

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Asian American Christians and the Church: Interview with Dr Russell Jeung

Mon, 06 Mar 2023 00:22:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie continue their discussion of 1 Corinthians and the Church by interviewing Russell Jeung Professor of Asian American Studies at San Francisco State University and one of the TIME's 100 Most Influential Persons in 2021 to discuss hate crimes against Asian Americans and how that trickles into the church and what we could do better.

Upon completion of the interview with Dr Jeung, stay tuned as we have a bonus interview with Gracie Lee. Gracie and her family were incarcerated during WWII by the US government because her father was Japanese. Gracie is one of the special people in the church and you will love our discussion with her as she tells her story!

Carolyn Custis James Interview: Blessed Alliance part 2

Mon, 27 Feb 2023 00:36:00 -0700

In 2013, Christianity Today named Carolyn Custis James one of the 50 evangelical women to watch. She is an award-winning author.

In this episode, Rob continues his interview with Carolyn to discuss her work and how she came to understand the Scripture's call for men and women to recognize that we are called to work together for the Kingdom of God and the flourishing of the church as well as individuals. Carolyn shares her story of how she struggled for a number of years as a single woman and how the church's message that women are to marry and have children didn't allow a place for her and others like her to flourish.

Carolyn’s Website and blog: note, links to her books may be found on her website

her books, which are well worth your time, include:

Half the Church: Recapturing God’s Global Vision for Women (2011)

~2012 Outreach Magazine Resource of the Year~

Malestrom: Manhood Swept into the Currents of a Changing World (2015)

~Christianity Today 2016 Book of the Year
~Missio Alliance—Best 10 Books of 2015

Finding God in the Margins: The Book of Ruth (2018)

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Carolyn Custis James Interview: Blessed Alliance Part 1

Mon, 20 Feb 2023 00:02:00 -0700

In 2013, Christianity Today named Carolyn Custis James one of the 50 evangelical women to watch. She is an award-winning author.

In this episode, Rob interviews Carolyn to discuss her work and how she came to understand the Scripture's call for men and women to recognize that we are called to work together for the Kingdom of God and the flourishing of the church as well as individuals. Carolyn shares her story of how she struggled for a number of years as a single woman and how the church's message that women are to marry and have children didn't allow a place for her and others like her to flourish.

Carolyn’s Website and blog: note, links to her books may be found on her website

her books, which are well worth your time, include:

Half the Church: Recapturing God’s Global Vision for Women (2011)

~2012 Outreach Magazine Resource of the Year~

Malestrom: Manhood Swept into the Currents of a Changing World (2015)

~Christianity Today 2016 Book of the Year
~Missio Alliance—Best 10 Books of 2015

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Finding God in the Margins: The Book of Ruth (2018)

1 Corinthians: Chapter 16 & wrap up

Mon, 13 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0700

Rob and Vinnie discuss 1 Cor 16 and the topic of giving and the Sabbath. Then they highlight some of their personal keys from the study of 1 Corinthians!

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1 Corinthians: The Resurrection pt2 (1 Cor 15)

Mon, 06 Feb 2023 00:01:00 -0700

What may be one of the most significant chapters in the Bible, Rob and Vinnie discuss 1 Cor 15 and the resurrection. They address a number of questions: including, the significance of the resurrection; why it is that without the resurrection our belief is in vain; why are we suffering if there is no resurrection; and what is the nature of our resurrection body?

They also address what Paul might mean when he refers to "baptism for the dead." And what about those who appeal to this chapter to support the rapture?

And, finally, why the resurrection is the foundation of Christian hope!

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1 Corinthians: The Resurrection (1 Cor 15) part 1

Mon, 30 Jan 2023 00:19:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie discuss the idea of resurrection in the NT and its importance for Christianity. Why is the resurrection so often a neglected topic in our churches? Why did the disciples not understand Jesus when He told them of His coming resurrection?

Some of the key passages they look at include:

Mark 8:27-38

Mark 9:9-10

Mark 9:30-32

Mark 10:32-34

John 11

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1 Corinthians: Spiritual Gifts (cont’d: 1 Cor 14)

Mon, 23 Jan 2023 00:53:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie finish off their discussion of spiritual gifts by looking at 1 Cor 14. What are the role and purpose of spiritual gifts? Should tongues be used in church? Are there different kinds of tongues (such as the prayer language)? What about the command for women to be silent in the churches?

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1 Corinthians: The Love Chapter (1 Cor 13)

Mon, 16 Jan 2023 00:48:00 -0700

Rob and Vinnie discuss Paul's understanding of love as through work through 1 Cor 13.

NOTE: we apologize for the less-than-ideal sound. One of us had our mic on but it was facing the wrong way! Sorry!

here is the list of verses that Rob read at the end of the show:

Lev 19:18;

Matt 5:43, 44-46;

19:19; 22:39-40;

Mark 10:21; 12:31-33;

Luke 6:27-38; 10:25-27;

John 15:12-17;

James 2:8;

1 Pet 1:22; 2:17; 4:8;

1 John 2:10;

1 John 3:10-18, 23;

1 John 4:7, 11-12, 20-21; 5:1;

2 John 5-6

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1 Corinthians: Spiritual Gifts (1 Cor 12)

Mon, 09 Jan 2023 00:47:00 -0700

Rob and Vinnie examine Paul's teaching in 1 Cor 12. What are spiritual gifts? Does everyone have one? What is the purpose of Spiritual gifts? This is part 1 of 3 on the topic of spiritual gifts.

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1 Corinthians: Communion (1 Cor 11)

Mon, 19 Dec 2022 00:37:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie discuss communion. What is communion? What is its significance? What does it represent? Why do some churches not let others take communion? How often should we take communion? And what does it mean to take communion "in an unworthy manner?"

Rob and Vinnie look at 1 Cor 11:17-34 and address these questions and more!

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1 Corinthians: Women in the Church (1 Cor 11:2-16)

Mon, 12 Dec 2022 00:24:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie discuss 1 Cor 11:2-16. Does Paul teach that the man is the head of the women, or is this a misreading of 1 Corinthians? Are women supposed to have a head covering? Or is that something Paul's opponents in Corinth were arguing and Paul then responds to them? Rob and Vinnie take on Complementarianism v Egalitarianism.

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1 Corinthians: Jesus is Lord: idoltary and the Church (1 Cor 8-10)

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 00:38:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie continue their overview of 1 Corinthians by looking at 1 Cor 8-10. In this passage, Paul responds to some in Corinth that were claiming that since there is only one God and since other gods do not exist, it is acceptable for Christians to attend pagan banquets which we in honor of pagan gods. Paul responds by noting that the meat which was sold in the marketplace may be acceptable to buy and eat--unless it causes others to stumble--but attending pagan banquets in honor of a deity is not acceptable. Even if they have these rights, then should not use those rights because it will cause others to stumble.

This raises the question of Christian love and what it looks like today. we willing to sacrifice our "rights" for the sake of others?

Do we "run the race" so as to win the prize?

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In this episode, Rob and Vinnie continue their overview of 1 Corinthians by looking at 1 cor 8-10. In this passage, Paul responds to some in Corinth that were claiming that since there is only one God and since other gods do not exist, it is acceptable for Christians to attend pagan banquets which we in honor of pagan gods. Paul responds by noting that the meat which was sold in the marketplace may be acceptable to buy and eat--unless it causes others to stumble--but attending pagan banquets in honor of a deity is not acceptable. Even if they have these rights, then should not use those rights because it will cause others to stumble.

This raises the question of Christian love and what it looks like today. we willing to sacrifice our "rights" for the sake of others?

Do we "run the race" so as to win the prize?

1 Corinthians: Knowledge and Love (1 Cor 8--10)

Mon, 28 Nov 2022 00:29:00 -0700

In today's episode, Rob and Vinnie continue their overview of 1 Corinthians by finishing up the discussion on marriage and singleness in 1 Cor 7 and then looking into the issue of knowledge and love as it pertains to the issue of idolatry in 1 Cor 8-10. Though you might think that idolatry was an ancient issue, the reality is that idolatry is alive and well today.

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1 Corinthians: Marriage and Divorce (1 Cor 7)

Mon, 14 Nov 2022 00:27:00 -0700

Rob and Vinnie continue their overview of 1st Corinthians. Is it possible that some of the content in this letter is the words of Paul's opponents and that Paul is citing them and then responding? What does this mean for how we read and understand 1st Corinthians? Then Rob and Vinnie discuss 1 Cor 7 and the issue of marriage, singleness, and divorce.

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1Corinthians: Foolishness of the Gospel and the Church today

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 00:45:00 -0700

Rob and Vinnie examine 1 Cor 1-4 and Paul's reminder that the Gospel may be "foolishness" to the world, but it is the "wisdom of God for salvation." Then they question how Christianity even survived, let alone continued for 2,000 years. Finally, Rob and Vinnie conclude with a discussion of Paul's gospel of a cross-bearing love for the sake of the other and the contemporary church.

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1 Corinthians: divisions in the Church: what can we do?

Mon, 31 Oct 2022 00:54:00 -0700

Rob and Vinnie look at the opening chapter of 1 Corinthians and the question of division in the church. Jesus, Paul, and the Scriptures are emphatic when it comes to maintaining the unity of the church. In fact, the unity of the church is to reflect the unity of the Trinity. What then do we do when it comes to the church today? How are we to be faithful to the Word when the church is so divided? Rob and Vinnie discuss all of this and more!

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1st Corinthians: Paul and the Corinthians: tension

Mon, 24 Oct 2022 00:50:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie introduce us to the book of 1st Corinthians. There was probably no church that gave Paul as much grief as the church in Corinth. Why was that? In order to understand 1st Corinthians well, we need to understand what was going on in the Corinthian church and how the Greco-Roman world was influencing some of the leading men who were likely the primary source of the problems in Corinth

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Romans #10: Interview Scot McKnight

Mon, 17 Oct 2022 00:41:00 -0700

Rob and Vinnie finish their overview of the book of Romans by interviewing Scot McKnight. Scot presents his unique and compelling perspective on Reading Romans Backwards!

Scot McKnight has authored over 75 books. His most popular include:

The Jesus Creed

The Blue Parakeet

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Romans #9: Messianic Judaism: Interview with Justin Kron

Mon, 10 Oct 2022 00:30:00 -0700

Rob and Vinnie interview Justin Kron to learn about Messianic Judaism. What are the distinctives of Messianic Judaism? Do they celebrate Easter? If they believe in Jesus, then why do they continue to practice Jewish holidays?

To learn more about Justin and his work see: Kesher Project

Some of the resources Justin mentioned include:

Robby Gallaty How Western Christians should follow an Eastern Rabbi

Lois Tverberg Walking in the Dust of Rabbi Jesus: How the Jewish words of Jesus can change your life

Marvin Wilson Our Father Abraham: Jewish Roots of the Christian Faith

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Romans #8 Gary Burge and Darrell Bock discuss their views on Israel in Rom 9-11

Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:25:00 -0700

Rob and Vinnie interview two notable NT scholars: Gary Burge and Darrell Bock. And discuss Rom 9-11 and what Paul has to say about the Jewish people. Do the Jews still have a role in God's plan? Does the New Covenant mean that everything is fulfilled by Jesus including the promise of Land?

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Rob's book: These Brothers of Mine: a biblical theology of Land and Family and a response to Christian Zionism

Gary Burge's book: Whose Land? Whose Promise? What Christians are not being told about Israel and the Palestinians

Darrell's book: The People, the Land, and the Future of Israel: Israel and the Jewish People in the Plan of God

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Romans #7: What about Israel? a look at Romans 9-11

Mon, 26 Sep 2022 01:04:00 -0700

Rob and Vinnie tackle the oft-debated Romans 9-11 and ask: what was Paul trying to say and how does this affect modern-day Israel and the Jewish people? Will there be an end-times revival among the Jewish people?

This episode is a deep dive into the text and so it would be good if you have a Bible (or a phone with a Bible app) as you follow along in text.

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Rob’s book These Brothers of Mine

Gary Burge Whose Land Whose Promise; & Jesus and the Land

Elias Chacour Blood Brothers

Alex Awad Palestinian Memoirs

Musalaha: ministry of reconciliation

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Romans #6 Jesus, the Spirit, and the New Creation (Romans 8)

Mon, 19 Sep 2022 00:24:00 -0700

Rob and Vinnie explore the depth and beauty of Romans 8. What does Paul mean when he says there is "no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus"? And does God really work all things for good?

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Romans #5: God’s faithfulness through Abraham (Rom 4)

Mon, 12 Sep 2022 00:58:00 -0700

Rob and Vinnie explore Romans 4 and Paul's argument that God has been faithful to the covenant with Abraham through faith. Rob and Vinnie finish with a discussion of what these means for the promises to the Jewish people and the Land.

Here is the link to Rob's Book Understanding the New Testament and the End Times

And the link for his book These Brother's of Mine: A Biblical Theology of Land and Family and a response to Christian Zionism

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Life in Palestine: interview with Jack Munayer

Mon, 05 Sep 2022 01:16:00 -0700

Rob has written a series of blogs on Israel-Palestine: the last post addressed Daoud Nassar and his fascinating story!

Eappi.org Contact person in your country to find out more info on how to get involved

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Tent of Nations Facebook

Map of Israeli settlements in West Bank

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Romans #4 God’s Faithfulness through Jesus

Mon, 29 Aug 2022 00:52:00 -0700

Rob and Vinnie discuss Romans 1-3 and examine the question of God's faithfulness. Paul argues that we are "all" (Jews and Gentiles) guilty before God, which puts in jeopardy God's promise to Abraham and to the world to redeem creation and to restore humanity to His divine presence. What then is the solution? Jesus! "The faithfulness of Jesus Christ for all who believe" (Rom 3:22).

The conversation finishes with "what does this mean for us?"

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Romans #3: Interview Michael Gorman

Mon, 22 Aug 2022 00:41:00 -0700

Rob and Vinnie interview one of the leading NT scholars in the world Michael Gorman regarding his new commentary on the book of Romans: Romans: A Theological and Pastoral Commentary.

We address questions regarding the meaning and purpose of Romans: Does Romans teach that we must submit to our government at all times? What does Romans say about the restoration of Israel? What is the significance of the women mentioned in Romans 16?

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Romans #2: Romans, the Gospel, and Faith

Mon, 15 Aug 2022 00:06:00 -0700

Rob and Vinnie set the background for the letter to Rome and delve into the beginning of Romans.

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Romans #1 Paul, Romans, and the New Perpsective

Mon, 08 Aug 2022 00:56:00 -0700

Rob and Vinnie begin to tackle perhaps the NT's most significant work. Before opening the pages of Romans, they address what recent scholarship has been saying about Paul and his letters and why this matters. This is a great foundation for studying Paul and his letters.

The book of Acts #6: Interview with Mark Charles: The Church, the US, and Native Americans

Mon, 01 Aug 2022 00:58:00 -0700

Join us for today's episode with 2020 Presidential candidate Mark Charles and the author of Unsettling Truths: The Ongoing, Dehumanizing, Legacy of the Doctrine of Discovery, as we wrestle with the doctrine of discovery and its impact on the indigenous peoples of North America. In this episode, we grapple with the treatment of Native Americans and the church's role in supporting the horrific and genocidal treatment of the native people of this land. This powerful interview will certainly leave you uncomfortable. But it is a past that we must reckon with if we are to ever move forward in bringing conciliation.

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Unsettling Truths: The Ongoing, Dehumanizing Legacy of the Doctrine of Discovery

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The book of Acts #5: Missions: Interview with Dave and Kim Shields

Mon, 25 Jul 2022 01:04:00 -0700

Listeners are in for a treat today. Rob and Vinnie interview Dave and Kim Shields on life in the mission field. Dave and Kim moved to Kenya and were the key figure behind the formation of a children's school in Kenya. After returning to the US Dave went on to serve as the Campus pastor for a multi-site church and later still as the director of Missions for a large church in No California. They returned to the missions field by moving to the Philippines and working with those who were rescued from sex trafficking. Kim continues to work with a ministry in the Philippines today.

They are two of the really good people in the church.

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Outakes from 2022 Determinetruth podcast

Tue, 19 Jul 2022 00:58:00 -0700

If you would like a behind-the-scenes look at the making of a podcast, then this episode is for you. These are some of the classic moments from Rob and Vinnie's first year together! We are not sure you will learn a thing by listening to this episode, but we suspect you might get a few laughs in!

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Book of Acts #3: Beginning of the Kingdom of God

Tue, 05 Jul 2022 00:45:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie look at the literary nature of the book of Acts in order to discern Luke's objectives. They note that the stories in Acts parallel the Gospel of Luke. What Jesus does in Luke is what Peter and Paul do in Acts. They also note that Luke seems concerned to affirm that Paul is an apostle alongside Peter and the others. Thus, Luke demonstrates that what Peter does Paul does. Finally, they address the book of Acts and Acts' stress on the beginning of the Kingdom of God in Jesus and what this means for our understanding of the end times.

Book of Acts #2: Is the Kingdom now?

Tue, 28 Jun 2022 00:53:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie continue their introduction to the book of Acts. "Lord, are you going to restore the kingdom to Israel at this time? They look at Ezekiel 37 and how that may illuminate our understanding of the kingdom of God and the message of Acts.

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Book of Acts #1: how to understand Acts

Tue, 21 Jun 2022 00:52:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie begin a study of the book of Acts. Acts narrates the Christ movement from the Ascension of Jesus (AD 30) to Paul's imprisonment in Rome (AD 62). The book shows the first Christ-followers doing what Jesus did as they take the message of Christ to the Roman world. While going, however, they experience great opposition. the early years of the Church were filled with great tension both among the Jewish and the Roman peoples.

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Understanding Genesis #11 Noah’s Flood

Sat, 18 Jun 2022 01:13:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob leads a zoom Bible study through the Flood episode in Gen 6-9. We note many of the parallels between Adam and Noah and the Flood narrative.

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As we read the flood narrative (Gen 7-8) it is important to read the text as literature first. In doing so, note the parallels between the creation account and the flood narrative:

Deep (Tehom) 1:2; 7:11; 8:2
Earth covered by water 1:2; 7:24
Wind/Spirit of God over the water 1:2; 8:1
Water recedes 1:9; 8:1-5
Land appears 1:9; 8:5
Classification of animals 1:21, 24-25; 6:20; 7:14, 21, 23
God blesses them 1:28; 9:1
Be fruitful and multiply 1:28; 8:17; 9:1, 7
In God’s image 1:27; 9:6

The flood narrative is the undoing of creation (decreation). The two sources of water (7:11) recall the water in 1:6-7. The flood uncreates and returns creation to a state it was in beforehand when there were only waters. The world after the flood represents the beginning of a new creation. The ark, in fact, is a model of Eden: those inside receive and those outside perish.

Interestingly, the narrative does not put the onus on God: He is not an angry, vengeful God imposing punishment on the creation. Daniel Hawk notes, “the conventional translations, however, override the grammar of the Hebrew text, which makes a statement of fact rather than a declaration of intent. The construction suggests that God has seen where the ruination of creation is headed and has decided to accelerate the process to its completion.”[1] The flood is not evil. It is a purging of evil; a cleansing; the making of a new start.

If there is a theme here, it is that God judges all flesh but saves a remnant. This, of course, will be a theme that pervades all of the biblical story.

Again, we must look to the ANE (ancient near east) world to see if we can learn from them. Moses certainly adapted his stories to reflect the biblical God. At the same time, there are numerous parallels between the biblical story and these ANE accounts.

One of the questions that arises from the flood account is that of the apparently universal language. The question we must ask is whether or not the author is speaking from a human perspective or the divine perspective. That is, does “all” in this text mean: “all” that I could see or know about? or “all” as in “everything” from God’s perspective (cp Gen 41:57: Deut 2:25).

[1] Hawk, L. Daniel. The Violence of the Biblical God (p. 32). Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing Co.. Kindle Edition.

Reading the NT

Flood is a type of baptism

1 Pet 3:20

Flood as an analogy for the last days

In God’s judgment he will save a remnant: “As it was in the days of Noah” (Matt 24:37-41; 25:31-46): “one will be taken and one will be left”

Flood is a type of God’s judgment on sin

2 Pet 3:3-7

Understanding Genesis #10 The sons of God: Nephilim

Thu, 16 Jun 2022 15:58:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob leads a study of Gen 5-6 and a discussion of the sons of God (the divine council). We will wrestle with perhaps what is the most confusing/difficult passage in the Bible (Gen 6:1-4).

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Notes:

Genesis 5 and 6 are leading us to the flood narrative. In Genesis 5 we have 10 generations from Adam to Noah—the genealogy ends with Noah’s sons. Later we will learn of the 10 generations from Noah to Abraham. The focus of the genealogy in Gen 5 is on the firstborn son and the carrying forth of the divine image (5:1, 3)—until we reach Noah, and all 3 sons are listed.

Note the explicit references to the creation account: “In the day when God created man, He made him in the likeness of God. He created them male and female, and He blessed them and named them Man in the day when they were created” (Gen 5:1-2).

The 10 generations of Seth’s genealogy in Gen 5 are in contrast to the 7 generations of Cain’s genealogy in Gen 4. In Seth’s genealogy there are records of deaths but not murders. And each of the descendants are blessed with very long lives: Adam 930; Methuselah 969.

Interestingly, when the genealogy of Gen 5 is compared to an ancient Sumerian king list (dated to 2000 BC), we see that the long lives of the biblical n arrative were actually short. The Sumerian king list has 8 kings who ruled 5 cities for a total 241,200 years (one king reigned for over 43,000 years). This Sumerian king list then describes a flood, after which another list of 39 kings ruled for 26,997 years.

Genesis 6 then sets the stage for the flood narrative. There is no question that the Creation account of Gen 1-3 is in the authors purview. Of course, Gen 6 has caused many a scholar to offer up all sorts of fanciful interpretations. We might do well to recall that the NT has an instance of a woman (Mary) being impregnated by God—the virgin birth.

Perhaps we are to read Genesis 3 and 6 in light of one another. In Gen 3, we see the story of Adam and Eve trying to become like God by taking the privilege to discern and evil into their own hands. In Gen 6, we learn of spiritual beings (members of the heavenly council) trying to become like people. In both accounts, there is an effort to grant humans eternal life. God responds to these failed efforts by noting that they have 120 years (Gen 6:3)—which quite likely refers to the number of years until the flood.

It is important to note that God is portrayed in these accounts as merciful and loving. His response to Cain’s murder to the banish and protect him. If Cain were not sent away would others have sought revenge? Now, in the flood narrative, God’s response to the increasing wickedness and violence is sorrow.[1]

Finally, whatever is happening in Gen 6:1-4, it appears that the audience to whom it was written knew. Thus, what is obscure for us, was perhaps clear to them.

Genesis 5

These are the generations (toledoth) of Adam (1):

Adam-Seth (3)
Likeness and Image (1, 3)
Adam lived 930 years (5)

Noah “____________________” (32)

Shem, Ham, Japheth (32)
Departs from the concern of the firstborn son to include all 3

Genesis 6:1-8 Setting for the flood

Mankind increases (1)
Sons of God (2): options:

Godly line of Seth and the ungodly line of Cain
Sons of God are dynastic rulers; the daughters of men are the harems they took; the sin is that of polygamy
‘Sons of God’/ “elohim” ordinarily used of angels or the divine council

“__________________________” that the daughters were ‘beautiful’ (good) and they “__________________________” wives for themselves

“Saw”: same word used for Eve’s perception of the fruit (3:6); and for God’s repeated declaration throughout Gen 1-3 “it was good”
Eve “saw” that the fruit was good for food and “took” (cf 3:6)
Spiritual beings tempted by human women: inversion of Garden: humans were tempted by spiritual beings

God expresses His displeasure: “My ___________________ shall not strive with flesh forever” (3; cf 1:2: where the Spirit hovers there is order and chaos is reversed; if the Spirit is removed, chaos ensues)

Days shall be 120 yrs: until the flood?

Nephilim were on the earth (4): Parenthetical? (Cf Num 13:33)
Mighty men (4; cf 10:8: used of Nimrod (mighty one)—builder of Nineveh

Same as the nephilim?
Of old; reputation, famous (cf 11:4)

6:5-9:29 Flood

Toledoth in 6:9 marks the beginning of a new section

6:5-8 Reason for the Flood

God ________________: Everyone is guilty (5)
God felt: sorry/tormented (nacham) that He had made mankind (6-7): except for Noah (wordplay—same letters in Hebrew)

NIV translates this word 10 different ways in the OT—sometimes exactly the opposite of others: suggesting how difficult a word it is
Walton: suggests that nacham has nothing to do with regrets, grief, or being sorry: instead, it is an accounting term
Walton’s rendering: “The LORD audited the accounts because he had made humankind in the earth and his heart was tormented over it. So, the LORD said, ‘I will wipe humankind, whom I have created, from the face of the earth . . . because I have audited the accounts since I have made them” (310-11)
Walton suggests the term deals with ledgers and keeping a balance
1. Ledgers are not in balance when humanity sins
2. God does not allow evil to remain on the books but balances with grace and mercy (Joel 2:13; Jonah 4:2); or with punishment (Jer 18:10
Walton suggests that God is not sorry, or grieved: He is seeking to redress the situation: balance the ledger: audit the account: enforcing a system of checks and balances

NB: If we are sorry for doing something then we refrain from doing it again!

God’s actions are motivated by a sense of justice

God decides to blot them out (7)
But Noah found favor with God (8)

Found favor or won favor?

Sons of God?

Ps 29:1; 82:6; 89:6; Job 1:6; 2:1; 38:7
Second Temple literature (516 BC – AD 70) as well as Jude 6 read this verse in light of the elohim view

[1] See: Hawk, L. Daniel. The Violence of the Biblical God (p. 31). Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing Co.. Kindle Edition.

Understanding Genesis #9: Cain and Abel

Wed, 15 Jun 2022 07:18:00 -0700

In this study, Rob leads through a discussion of Gen 4 and the Cain and Abel story. We will note how sin is increasing and getting worse. Adam and Eve are deceived and so is Cain (1 John 3:11-12). As we move through Genesis 4 we note Cain kills his brother and hides--just like Adam and Even hid. Then as the story continues we learn that within 7 generations one of Cain's descendants (Lamech) kills 2 kids and boasts about it! Sin is getting increasingly worse!

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Notes:

It is not uncommon for readers of the Bible to assume that the narrative of the “Fall”—i.e., humanity’s fall from grace and into sin—is depicted in Gen 3, the narrative Genesis suggests that we should read all of Gen 3-11 as one account of humanity’s “fall.”[1] What happens next is that humanity gets what it wished for. They wanted the ability to make decisions for themselves. Now, Gen 4 describes over the course of the next seven generations what happens when humanity makes the decisions. One way of describing it is that in Gen 3 the vertical relationship with God was broken, now in Gen 4, the horizontal relationships follow.

As a result of Adam and Eve’s decision to determine good and bad for themselves, conflict entered into human relations. Instead of ruling together as one, they now are distinct from one another and vying for power against one another.

The story of Cain and Abel demonstrates what happens when deception is allowed to be a part of humanity. Not only does sin continue, but it also intensifies (see 1 John 3:7-12). In fact, sin becomes murderous (Gen 4:1-15). Then, humanity begins to relish in their murderous ways (4:23). Thus, the sin of Adam and Eve worsens in the account of Cain and Abel.

NB: Note the parallels between Gen 3 and Gen 4: Adam and Eve knew they were naked (3:7); Adam knew his wife (4:1): in both accounts, God says, ‘where are you’ (3:9); ‘where is your brother’ (4:9); in both accounts, God asks “what have you done?” (Gen 3:13; 4:10): in both accounts, the earth is cursed (3:17; 4:11); and both Adam and Cain are banished from the presence of God (3:24; 4:14); to the east (3:24; 4:16).

In Gen 4, God announces that Cain’s punishment will be an intensification of the punishment brought on Adam and Eve. They were expelled from the garden of Eden, but now Cain will be a “restless wanderer on the earth” (Gen. 4:12).

God told Adam that his labors would be a struggle, but, though the land would produce thorns and thistles, “you will eat of the plants of the field” (3:19). When Cain works the ground, “it will no longer yield its crops for you” (4:12).

The story of Cain and Abel demonstrates how when unchecked sin continues to worsen. Eventually, sin will increase to the point that God becomes grieved (Gen 6:6) and decides to start over (Gen 6:7).

The Cain and Abel narrative also affirms that humanity is failing to heed God’s desire to “fill the earth” (Gen 1:28). Instead, they build cities (Gen 4:17).

The account ends with a note of hope. Adam and Eve have another son who will replace Abel. That this son appears to be the hope of mankind is evident from his name: “Seth” lit. “seed” (see Gen 3:15).

4:1-7 Cain and Abel

Adam knew his wife and Cain is born (1; cf 3:7)
Abel kept the flocks; Cain tilled the soil (2)

Cain’s no adjectives: therefore, just plain old vegetables?
Abel’s ‘the firstlings’ and of their ‘fat portions’ (4:4): reflects gratitude (Exod 23:19; 34:26; Num 15:17-21; 18:12-13; Deut 26:1-11)

God addresses Cain (6)

Sin is crouching at your door
Its desire is for you (cp 3:16)
You must master it (cp 3:16)

4:8-16 Cain is Judged

Cain told Abel (8): told him what?
Cain finds Abel and kills him
Blood cries out from the ground (pl): (10)
God addresses Cain (9): Where is Abel your brother?
Cain’s response
1. First, he lies: “I don’t know”
2. Then he suggests that God’s question is inappropriate: “Am I my brother’s keeper?” (cf Ps 121:4-8; 2:15; 3:24)
God becomes the interrogator (10-12)
1. What have you done! (accusation not a question)
2. Blood cries out (cf Heb 11:4)
Punishment: cursed: the ground (11)
1. He will be a wanderer
Cain protests (13)
1. Punishment is too great
God promises to protect Cain (15)
1. Cain receives a mark
Cain settles in Nod (16): East of Eden

Although Yahweh condemns Cain to wandering, Cain finds a place to settle down and builds a city.

1. ‘Nod’ is related to the verb ‘nud’ (14) which means “wanderer”

4:17-24 Genealogies of Cain

Cain has a son Enoch (17)

Cain builds a city and names it after his son Enoch

Lamech has 2 wives (19)

Lamech’s sons are associated with cultural accomplishments (21-22)
Lamech’s song (23-24)
Killed a young man for injuring him
Moves well beyond an eye for an eye

4:25-26 The Birth of Seth

Seth: zera; ‘seed’; ‘offspring’ (25)
Seth fathers Enosh (26); another Hebrew word for ‘man’; includes ‘weak, frail’
Then men began to call on the name of the Lord

Moving to the NT:

Why Cain’s offering was not accepted (1 John 3:11-12)

Abel is a type of Christ (Heb 12:24)

[1] I am not sure that “fall” is the proper term. They are excluded from the Garden and cas

Gospel of John #6: Interview with Marianne Meye Thompson

Tue, 14 Jun 2022 01:00:00 -0700

Rob and Vinnie interview Johannine scholar and former professor Marianne Meye Thompson to discuss her thoughts on the Gospel of John. What is John's objective? What does John want us to know and do?

Click here for Dr Thompson’s book on Introducing the NT

Click here for her book on the God of the Gospel of John

Click here for the painting Dr Thompson refers to

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Gospel of John #5: Jesus as the Fulfillment

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 07:00:00 -0700

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In this episode, Rob and Vinnie look at the center of John's Gospel and look at Jesus as the fulfillment of the Sabbath, Passover, and Pentecost and what this means for the church today.

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Abortion: are we going about this the right way? Interview with Andy Smith

Tue, 07 Jun 2022 01:03:00 -0700

In this episode, we take a look at the abortion debate by contending that pro-life and pro-choice advocates are going about things the wrong way?

Today's guest is Andy Smith. Andy is is a practicing attorney disability rights attorney and the coordinator for Evangelicals 4 Justice. She has been involved in reproductive justice organizing for over 30 years.

We have asked Andy to come on to discuss her soon-to-be-published book A Justice Oriented Approach to Ending Abortion.

Gospel of John #4: The hour has come

Tue, 31 May 2022 01:04:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie look at John's emphasis on the Holy Spirit and how John is a missional gospel. We also examine Jesus' words regarding "His hour." Why does He tell Mary that He isn't supposed to turn the water into wine because "His hour had not yet come"? And why when the Greeks come to see Jesus (John 12:20-26), does Jesus suddenly realize that His hour had come?

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Gospel of John #3:Jesus’ Glory

Tue, 24 May 2022 01:32:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie continue their overview of the Gospel of John by looking at the Prologue (John 1:1-18). What is John trying to say and how does this affect our understanding of the Gospel of John, Jesus, the Father, and Jesus' mission--as well as our mission?

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Gospel of John #2: New Creation

Tue, 17 May 2022 01:21:00 -0700

Rob and Vinnie continue an introduction to the Gospel of John and explore John's uniqueness as compared to Matt, Mark, and Luke, and John's use of the New Creation motif--Jesus' resurrection was on the "first day of the week" (John 20:1, 19).

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Gospel of John #1: Understanding John

Tue, 10 May 2022 01:33:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie begin a look at the Gospel of John. They explore some of the keys to understanding John's Gospel and what makes it unique from the Synoptics (Matt-Luke).

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Gospel of Luke #6 Interview Warren Carter

Tue, 03 May 2022 01:25:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie interview a prominent NT and ancient Roman scholar Warren Carter and discuss the Bible and Empire and how to read Jesus and His proclamation of God's empire in the midst of the Roman empire (spoiler alert: they crucified Him: but He rose so it worked out for Him!)

Warren is the author of numerous books on empire and the NT: including, The Roman Empire and the NT and

Jesus and the Empire of God

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Gospel of Luke #5: Interview with Lisa Sharon Harper

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 01:42:00 -0700

Rob and Vinnie continue to wrestle with the Gospel of Luke and Jesus' call to love the poor and the marginalized even if it doesn't benefit us in the now. In this episode, they interview Lisa Sharon Harper of Freedom Road and wrestle with the questions of Jesus, race, gender, and justice.

https://lisasharonharper.com/ (see Bio below)

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Lisa is a prolific speaker, writer, and activist. She is the author of several books, including Evangelical Does Not Equal Republican... or Democrat (The New Press, 2008); Left Right and Christ: Evangelical Faith in Politics (Elevate, 2011); Forgive Us: Confessions of a Compromised Faith (Zondervan, 2014); and the critically acclaimed, The Very Good Gospel: How Everything Wrong can be Made Right: Which was recognized as the “2016 Book of the Year” by Englewood Review of Books. Her newest book Fortune: How Race Broke My Family and the World - and How to Repair It All

Lisa has appeared on TVOne, FoxNews Online, NPR, and Al Jazeera America.

She writes extensively on shalom and governance, immigration reform, health care reform, poverty, racial and gender justice, climate change, and transformational civic engagement. Her writing has been featured in CNN Belief Blog, The National Civic Review, Sojourners, The Huffington Post, Relevant Magazine, and Essence Magazine.

Lisa earned her Master’s degree in Human Rights from Columbia University

In 2015, The Huffington Post named Lisa one of 50 powerful women religious leaders

In 2019, The Religion Communicators Council named Lisa’s monthly Freedom Road Podcast “Best Podcast Series of The Year”.

And in 2020 Lisa received The Bridge Award from The Selma Center for Nonviolence, Truth and Reconciliation in recognition of her dedication to bridging divides and building the beloved community.

During the episode, Lisa notes that many inner city schools do not have textbooks. Here is a link to a NY Times articles.

The use of prison labor is noted in this report on Whole Foods and their statement that they will no longer sell such products:

Gospel of Luke #4 Jesus’ Kingdom v world’s kingdoms

Tue, 19 Apr 2022 01:32:00 -0700

Rob and Vinnie look at the central chapters in the Gospel of Luke (9-22) and show how the Gospel of Luke must be understood in light of Jesus' teaching on bringing good news to the poor and justice for the oppressed. We promise that you will gain new insights and come to understand Jesus and the Gospel in fresh new, and exciting, way.

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Jesus: From Gethsemane to the Cross

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 02:04:00 -0700

Rob and Vinnie walk through the Gospels and discuss the events of Jesus' last night from the time they head to the garden to the crucifixion of Jesus. (See notes below)

Jesus predicts Peter’s denial Matt 26:31-35; Mark 14:27-31; Luke 22:31-34; John 13:36-38

Jesus and the disciples leave the upper room and travel to Gethsemane 9:00pm?

Arrive at the Garden of Gethsemane Matt 26:36-46; Mark 14:32-42; Luke 22:39-46

Asks the disciples to wait Matt 26:36
Takes Peter, James and John to a separate place Matt 26:37

Prays his High Priestly prayer: John 17
Tells the disciples that He is filled with sorrow Matt 26:38
Jesus goes a little farther Matt 26:39: Prays, “may this cup be taken from me. Yet, not as I will, but as you will”
Returns to find the disciples sleeping Matt 26:40, 41
Again He goes and prays: “If it is not possible . . . may your will be done” Matt 26:42
Returns to find the disciples sleeping again: “Their eyes were heavy” Matt 26:43; “Exhausted from sorrow” Luke 22:45
Again Jesus goes off to pray Matt 26:44: Again He returns and they are sleeping Matt 26:45-46

Jesus is Arrested 12:00am?

Judas with Jewish and Roman authorities John 18:2, 3

Jesus asks, “who is it you want?” “Jesus of Nazareth” they reply John 18:4, 5
Judas identifies Jesus with a kiss Matt 26:48

Peter cuts off Malchus’ ear (servant of the High Priest) John 18:10

Disciples flee Mark 14:50

Friday

Jesus appears before the Jewish leaders 1:00am?

Informal hearing before Annas (ex-High Priest and father-in-law of current High Priest Caiaphas) John 18:12-14, 19-23

Jesus is struck in the face John 18:22

More formal trial before Caiaphas Matt 26:57-68; Mark 14:53-65; Luke 22:54; John 18:24, 28

Peter followed at a distance and was able to enter the courtyard because John knew the servant girl at the door John 18:15, 16
Authorities cannot agree on any legitimate charge Mark 14:56; Many false witnesses; but none are in agreement Matt 26:59, 60

Closest they could come was that Jesus had said that he would destroy the Temple Matt 26:61;

Jesus remains silent Matt 26:63
Caiaphas questions him directly, “I charge you under oath by the living God: Tell us if you are the Christ, the Son of God” Matt 26:63

Jesus replies; “You said it” or “You say that I am” Matt 26:64
Then He adds; “you will see the Son of Man . . . coming on the clouds of Heaven” Matt 26:64 (Dan 7:13; Ps 110:1)

High Priest tore his clothes and says, “He has spoken blasphemy” Matt 26:65
Charged with blasphemy, spit on and struck in the face: “Prophesy to us, Christ, who hit you?” Matt 26:66-68 (cf . Isaiah 11:2)

Jesus appears before the Sanhedrin for a more formal trial 6:00am? Matt 27:1-2; Mark 15:1; Luke 22:66-71

They question Jesus again: “are you the Christ?” Luke 22:67
Jesus replies, “If I tell you, you will not believe me”
They ask Him again: “Are you then the Son of God” Luke 22:70
Jesus obliges anyway and responds; “You are right in saying that I am”

Jesus appears before the Romans 7:00am?

Jesus brought into the Palace (Jews could not enter because they would be defiled for the duration of the day; and thus, would be unable to eat the noontime meal “chagigah” John 18:28) and is questioned by Pilate
Pilate wants to know what the charges are against Him John 18:29

Jews appear to be alarmed that Pilate would even ask; and they exclaim “if he were not a criminal we would not have handed him over to you” John 18:30
“Take him yourselves” John 18:31
“But we have no right to execute anyone”

Pilate enters and begins to question Jesus

“Are you the King of the Jews” John 18:33
Jesus replies that His kingdom is not of this world John 18:36
“You are a king then?” queries Pilate John 18:37
“You say that I am” John 18:37; Luke 23:3

Pilate goes out to the Jews and explains that he finds no basis for a charge John 18:38; Luke 23:4

Jews are not content with this and bring up charges against Jesus Luke 23:5
Pilate learns that Jesus is from Galilee and sends Him over to Herod Luke 23:6, 7

Jesus is question by Herod (who wanted to see a miracle) Luke 23:8

Jesus gave no answer Luke 23:9
Herod and his soldiers ridiculed and mocked Him and dressed Him in a white robe Luke 23:11

Jesus sent back to Pilate

Jews accuse Jesus of many things; but Jesus refuses to reply Matt 27:12-14
Pilate offers the Jews a release of a prisoner of choice: Matt 27:15-18

Barabbas (Jesus Barabbas? means: ‘a son of a father’ ) an insurrectionist and a murderer Mark 15:7 or;
Jesus: (The Son of the Father)

Pilate’s wife warns him not to have anything to do with Him Matt 27:19
Pilate asks what he is to do with Jesus Matt 27:22
“Crucify, Crucify” Luke 23:21
Pilate asks, “why? What crime has He committed?” Luke 23:22

VII . Pilate goes into the palace

Pilate has Jesus flogged; given a crown of thorns; a purple robe; they “hail” Him as “King of the Jews”; they struck Him on the face; spit on Him; hit Him with their staff; and paid homage to Him John 19:1-3; Mark 15:17-20

Pilate comes out to the Jews with a despicable looking Christ

“Here is the man” John 19:5
“Crucify, Crucify” John 19:6
Pilate responds, “I find no basis for a charge” John 19:6
Jews insist Jesus must die according to their law John 19:7

Pilate and Jesus go back into the palace

Pilate asks Jesus some questions John 19:9
Jesus refuses to answer John 19:10
“Don’t you realize that I have power either to free you or to crucify you” John 19:10
Jesus explains, “you would have no power over me if it were not given to you from above” John 19:11

Pilate again goes out to the Jews

Pilate tries to get Jesus freed John 19:12
Jews refuse to compromise Luke 23:23; John 19:12
Pilate washes his hands and claims, “I am innocent of this man’s blood” Matt 27:24

Jesus brought outside to the Stone Pavement (Gabbatha): almost 12:00p.m. John 19:13,14

Pilate proclaims, “Here is your King” John 19:14
“Crucify Him” John 19:15
“Shall I crucify your King?” John 19:15
Chief Priest responds, “We have no king but Caesar” John 19:15

Jesus handed over to be crucified c.12:00pm

Jesus is flogged Matt 27:26; Mark 15:15

Flogging: Roman Flagrum: whip of braided leather tongs with metal balls and bone woven in: Balls: deep bruises and contusions: Bones: severely cut flesh

Jesus begins journey to Golgotha Matt 27:32; Mark 15:21; Luke 23:26; John 19:17

Unable to carry cross: Simon of Cyrene
Women followed Luke 23:27-31
Hurled insults Matt 27:39-44 (Ps 22:7)

Place of Crucifixion is Golgotha (Aramaic for ‘place of the Skull’; Latin: Calvary) Matt 27:32-56; Mark 15:21-41; Luke 23:32-49; John 19:17-37

Sign above Christ’s head: “Jesus of Nazareth, the King of the Jews” John 19:19
2 Criminals; one on each side
Nailed to the crossbar (Ps 22:16)

Nails- 5 to 7 in. with a sharp point
Through the wrist: inch below the palm
Through the feet

Arms stretched approximately 6 in.: dislocate the shoulders (Ps 22:14)
Jesus is offered a mild sedative (wine and myrrh) which he refuses Mark 15:23
Cast lots for his garments Mark 15:24 (Ps 22:18)

7 Last Words of Christ

Luke 23:34: “Father forgive them; for they do not know what they are doing”
Luke 23:43: “Today you will be with me in Paradise” Luke 23:39-43
John 19:27: “Woman, behold your son.” “Behold, your mother”
Mark 15:34 “My God, My God, why hast thou forsaken me?” (Ps 22:1)
John 19:28: “I am Thirsty” (Ps 69:21)
John 19:30: “It is finished”
Luke 23:46: Father, into thy hands I commit my spirit” (Ps 31:5)

Jesus’ Last night: The events at the Last Supper

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 01:39:00 -0700

Rob and Vinnie examine the four Gospels and discuss the events of Jesus' last night. This is episode 1 of their discussion of the Passion of Christ.

Notes:

Thursday Night:

Events in the Upper Room 6:00 pm

Jesus washes the Disciples' feet: John 13:1-20

Jesus identifies betrayer: John 13:21-30; Mark 14:18-21; Matt 26:20-25; Luke 22:22-23

Jesus inaugurates Communion: Matt 26:26-29; Mark 15:22-25; Luke 22:19-20

Jesus speaks on servant leadership Luke 22:24-30

Jesus employs a new Commandment: Love one Another John 13:31-35

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Understanding Genesis #8: Seed of the Serpent v Seed of the Woman

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 00:01:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob leads a study of Gen 3 and the judgment on the Serpent, the woman, and the man. Rob notes that as a consequence of their sin Adam and Eve will not rule as one but will each try to usurp authority over the other. Genesis, of course, is not prescribing that the man should be in authority over the woman but is describing the way it is going to be. The study finishes by looking at the NT where Jesus says that we have authority to trample on serpents (Luke 10) and where Paul says that the crushing of the serpent's head happens under the feet of the Church (Rom 16).

Here are some links to Rob's blog posts on women in the Church

https://www.patheos.com/blogs/determinetruth/2021/05/does-genesis-teach-the-subordination-of-women-gen-218-25-316-women-injustice5-justice16/

Gen 3:11-13

God asks of Adam: Who told you that you were naked? (11):
Woman, whom you gave me, she gave me the fruit (12)
God asks of Eve (13): What is this that you have done? (13)
The Serpent deceived me

3:14-19 Judgment on the Serpent, the Woman, the Man

God’s words are more __________________ than ______________________

This is the way it is going to be: it is not a punishment but a declaration of fact

Focus now is on the ________________ of the woman vs the ______________ of the serpent

God does not curse Adam and Eve: God curses ________________________ and ____________________

Serpent: Eat dust; in accord with his sin of forcing them to eat (14; Ezek 28:17; Is 14:11-12, 15)

Enmity between serpent and the woman (15): the ‘Protoevangelium’: the first announcement of future redemption
Enmity between your seed and her seed
1. ‘Seed’ most often refers to an immediate descendant (Gen 4:25: Seth)
2. ‘Seed’ can refer to a distant offspring or even a group of descendants (as a collective)
He will bruise your head; you bruise his heal

To the woman (16)

“I will multiply” your pain: in childrearing/child conceiving
1. Word here refers to _______________________: the circumstances in which children are conceived will be fraught with painful and complicated relationships that cause emotional and physical toil
3:16: ‘Your desire will be for your husband . . .’: (Heb teshuqah appears only in 4:7 and Song of Sol 7:10)
He shall ‘rule’ over you: He will rule as a tyrant (See NLT)

To the Man (17)

Cursed is the ground: in toil you shall eat of it

3:20-21

Adam names “Eve” (20)
God makes clothes for them (21)

3:22-24 Expulsion from the Garden

God says: ‘Man has become like one of us’ (22)
Expelled (driven out) from the garden (23)

Salah: Language of exile and being driven out like Canaanites: cp Exod 33:1-3; Lev 18:24; 20:23
Garas: (24): same word for expulsion of Canaanites (Ex 23:28-31; 33:2; Deut 33:27; Josh 24:12, 18; Judg 2:3; 1 Chr 17:21; Ps 78:55; 80:8)

East of the garden Cherubim are placed (24)

Cherubim guard the presence of God: embroidered on the curtains of the temple (Exod 26:1; 36:8; 26:31-33; 1 Kings 6:32)
1. 2 Cherubim have outstretched wings to cover and protect the Ark! (Exod 26:18-22; 37:7-9; Num 7:89; 1Kings 6:23-28)
Samar: to guard or keep watch: the very thing Adam was to do (cf Gen 2:15)

Gen 3 and the rest of Scripture

Entrance into the Garden!

Jesus: “I am the door” (John 10:7); “an open door” (Rev 3:8; 4:1)
Rev 22:14: enter by gates into the city

Enmity between the woman and the serpent

Authority to tread on serpents (Luke 10:17-20)

Paul identifies Satan with the Serpent; Agent of destruction is the Church (Rom 16:20)
Satan is the ancient serpent (Rev 12:1-17)
Seed is Christ (Gal 3:16)
Christ must reign until all His enemies under His feet (1 Cor 15:25)

destroy the work of the Devil (1 John 3:8-12)

Conflict between male and female

Reversed (Col 3:18-19)

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Understanding Genesis #7: ”Good for attaining wisdom”: Solomon?

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 01:56:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob leads a study of the book of Genesis. This week we look at Adam and Eve eating from the Tree of Knowledge of Good and Bad. The problem was that they did so of their own accord and not by listening to the Lord. That is, they did not "fear the Lord" which is the beginning of wisdom (Prov 1:7). Instead, Eve, "saw" she "took" and she "gave" it to Adam who "listened to the voice of His wife."

Then we look at Abraham and Sarah in Gen 16. They too decide to make their own rules and Sarah "took" and "gave" to Abraham her slave Hagar. And Abraham "listened to the voice of His wife."

Finally, we look at the Solomon story in 1 Kings 3-4. Finally, so it appears, someone chooses to receive God's wisdom!

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Week 7

Genesis 3:1-7 Tempted

Serpent was craftier than any beast (1; Is. 27:1; Amos 9:3; Job 26:13).
1. Crafty: arum always positive in Wisdom lit Pro 14:15; 27:12: Serpent is ‘shrewd’; a term associated with wisdom in Proverbs in contrast to the fool
2. Serpent is created by God
Serpent speaks to the woman
1. _______________ in 3:2-5: plural
Eve changes the wording in 3 places (2-3)
1. We may eat: you may eat freely (2:16): minimizes privileges
2. You will die: you will surely die (2:17): minimizes penalty
3. Shall not eat or touch it: shall not eat (2:17): exaggerates the prohibition
Serpent challenges God’s word and His motives (4-5)

3:5 “For God (Elohim) knows that in the day you eat from it your eyes will be opened, and you will be like God (Elohim), knowing good and evil” (NAS)
Gen 3:5: ForGod knows that when you eat from it your eyes will open and you will be like divine beings who know good and evil.
Gen 3:22. . . . the man has become as one of us, to know good and evil.”
Psalm 82:1

You will be like God (5)

Knowing good and evil (5)
Eve __________ that that the fruit has 3 virtues (6):
1. Good for food
2. Delight to her eyes
3. Good for attaining wisdom (covetousness)
She _________________ and ________________ it (6; cf 6:2—they also “saw”)
Gave some to Adam who was with her, and he ate
Both ‘knew’ that they were naked (7)

3:8-10 God meets them in the Garden

God walking in the garden (8)
‘Where are you?’ (9)
I was afraid (10)

What does all this mean?

Humans go after the __________________ in ____________________________ instead of receiving the ___________________________ from _________________________

Now we are looking for a human seed of Abraham to live by the fear of the lord and do what is wise and bring the blessings of Eden

Gen 16:2

Abraham and Sarah are re-enacting the story of Adam and Eve

They do what is wise in their own eyes

He listened to the voice of his wife Gen 16:2 (3:17)

Sarah ____________________ and _______________ and she _______________ Gen 16:3 (Gen 3:6)

He said, “do what is good in your eyes” Gen 16:6

Word to Hagar, “I will multiply your descendants Gen 16:10

Where is Sarah your wife? Gen 18:9

2 Sam 7:10-16

I will plant them (10)
Give you great name (like what he said to Abraham)
Raise up your seed (12) Will come from your loins

1 Kings 3:1-5

Goes to a high place (3:4)
- Wants to discern good and evil
- He needs to get it from God
In a dream (3:5)

1 Kings 3:6-9 I am a little child and do not know . . . give me understanding

1 Kings 3:10 pleasing in the Lord’s sight

Solomon asks for wisdom and does what _____________________________ failed to do

2 Kings 4:20-34

Solomon knew about trees, animals, beasts, and birds

Deut 17:14-17 Solomon was doing what was ___________________ in the book of Deut

Understanding Genesis #6 Beasts (Dan 4, 7; Rev 13)

Sun, 10 Apr 2022 13:18:00 -0700

In this study of the early chapters of Genesis, Rob leads a discussion of the beasts. In Genesis, humanity was called to rule over the beasts. Instead, humanity chose to decide right and wrong for themselves. As a result, instead of ruling the beasts, humanity becomes a beast (Dan 4). And instead of ruling the beasts, humanity is ruled by the beast--that is, human governments are viewed as beasts.

We have seen that Genesis 1-3 establishes that the covenant God of Israel, the God who called Abraham, the God who appeared to Moses on Sinai, the God who revealed Himself as the Lord God (Yahweh Elohim) is the God who created all things (Gen 2:4).

We have also noted that God planted a garden in Eden where He would dwell within His creation. Thus, Eden was a temple. In addition, later biblical writers affirm that the garden was on a mountain (Ezek 28:14, 16; Exod 15:17; Ezek 40:2; 43:12; Rev 21:10) and it was a place full of precious stones (Gen 2:12; Ezek 28:13). In the “middle” of the Garden was the Tree of Life (2:9). Finally, from the Garden, the river of life flowed and watered the earth (2:10).

We have also seen that Adam and Eve were created to “subdue” the earth and to “rule” over the animals (Gen 1:26-28). They are called to rule well. As they subdue the earth, they are reminded that the plants are given as food to the animals as well (1:30). Thus, they are not to rule for themselves alone.

The creation narrative of Gen 2 describes Adam and Eve not simply as gardeners, but also as priests. As priests they are to “cultivate” and “keep” the Garden (2:15)—when these two words occur together they refer either to Israelites ‘serving’ God and ‘guarding’ God’s word or to priests who ‘keep’ the ‘service’ of the tabernacle (Num 3:7-8; 8:25-26; 18:5-6; 1 Chr 23:32; Ezek 44:14).

Adam and Eve are to be one, and as such, they are to Image God—who is One (John 17:21). Adam’s naming of the animals (Gen 2:19-20) was his first effort to rule. The problem is that Adam was not made to rule alone. He needed a “helper”—i.e., someone to come alongside and join him as an equal in the task of ruling and subduing.

To rule well Adam and Eve will also need the “knowledge of God and bad” (Gen 2:16-17). The question will be whether or not they trust God to give them such knowledge, or if they will decide to determine good and bad for themselves.

This means that we may understand the biblical conflict in terms of kingdoms. Is God the king, or will we attempt to rule ourselves? We know what happens. Humanity chooses to make its own rules. They determine to become god themselves. The Bible then follows the narrative of human history by turning this on its head. Instead, of humanity ruling over the beasts, the beasts rule humanity. Humanity becomes beasts.

Kingdom of God is like a tree Mark 4:30-32

Birds rest in its shade

Understanding the Beasts

Daniel: Goal: to encourage the Israelites that God is sovereign over the earthly kingdoms

A simple look at Daniel suggests it has 2 distinct parts

Chs 1-6 ____________________ of Daniel and his friends

Simple stories of faith in a hostile foreign setting
Others have visions and Daniel interprets them

Chs 7-12 ___________________ of Daniel

Daniel has visions and are interpreted for him
Obscure apocalyptic visions

Yet, Daniel is more complicated than this

Chs 1:1-2:3, 8:1-12:13 written in Hebrew

Chs 2:4-7:28 written in Aramaic

Daniel as a _____________________

Dream about four earthly kingdoms and God’s kingdom (ch 2)

Story of Jews being faithful in the face of death (ch 3)

Story of royal arrogance, which is humbled (ch 4)

Story of royal arrogance, which is humbled (ch 5)

Story of a Jew who is faithful in the face of death (ch 6)

Vision of four earthly kingdoms and God’s kingdom (ch 7)

Daniel 4

Themes: God’s sovereignty: “That the Most High is ruler over the realm of mankind, And bestows it on whom He wishes” (4:17)

Most High is the sovereign/ruler (17, 25, 32)
Kingship of God v Nebuchadnezzar (17, 18, 22, 24, 25, 26, 30, 31, 32, 34, 36, 37)
God is: “Most High God” (2); Most High (17, 24, 25, 32, 34)
He humbles those who walk in pride (37)

Nebuchadnezzar becomes _____________________ (4:31-32)

Daniel 7:1-27

Theme: God will defeat the seemingly unconquerable powers that oppress His people

Four great beasts arise from the sea (7:3)

Represent _________________________________ that will arise on the earth (7:17)

Beasts are _________________________________ with the saints and overpowering them (21)

Revelation 13:1-8

The Beast

Rev 13 is a composite of the 4 beasts of Dan 7

10 horns, 7 heads
Like a leopard; feet like a bear, mouth like a lion (Dan 7:4-6)
Comes up out of the sea (Dan 7:3)
Speaks blasphemies (little horn; Dan 7:8, 11, 20)
God is the object of the blasphemies (Dan 7:25)

Wages war against the saints (13:7; Dan 7:21)

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Understanding Genesis #5 Rule and Subdue

Sat, 09 Apr 2022 01:21:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob leads a study of the book of Genesis and a detailed look at the command for humanity to "rule" and "subdue." We then discuss what this means in terms of creation care and other issues facing the 21st world.

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Understanding Genesis #4: Tree of Life

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 18:47:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob leads a study of the book of Genesis and a detailed look at the Tree of Life. From Genesis through the OT and the Life of Jesus (who was died on a tree) to the Tree of Life in the New Jerusalem, trees play a prominent role in the Bible. Jesus even says, "a good tree bears good fruit." The Psalmist equates a person who studies God's word with a "tree planted by streams of water, whose leaf does not wither."

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Notes:

Gen 2:8-17

Notes: Tree of Life and the Tree of the Knowledge of good and bad

God planted a garden in Eden (8)

Tree of life and the Tree of the knowledge of good and evil (9)

Tree of life _______________________ the Garden! 2:9

‘Knowledge of good and bad’
1. ra does not mean ‘evil’ when it is coupled with ‘good’; instead it means “bad” (cf Gen 24:50; 31:24; Lev 27:9-15; Num 13:19; 24:13; Deut 30:15)

1. “To know” in Hebrew is _____________________________ (Gen 4:1)

1. The knowledge of good and bad is what enables a person to ____________________________________: (Deut 1:39; 1 Kings 3:9)

Does mankind ___________________________ what is good and what it evil? or does determination?

1. This knowledge is not a bad thing in this context. The bad comes in terms of _________________________ by which they acquire it

1. Tree of good and evil means: those who are legally responsible for their actions (1 Kings 3:9); ability to make moral pronouncements

1. ‘Discerning good and evil’ is a Hebrew expression referring to kings and authority figures making judgments in ________________________________ 2 Sam 14:17; 19:35; 1 Kings 3:9; Isa 7:15-16

1. Adam/Eve were to discern between good and evil! They were supposed to pronounce the _________________________ as evil! And to judge it! Once it entered the Garden Adam/Eve should have deemed its presence as wrong and forbid entry

Trees/Mountains

Trees are the most frequently occurring living thing in the Bible behind God and humans

Ps 1:1-6

This is what the entire book of ________________________ is about!

It is all to be meditated upon! (Ps 1)

The answer is that the _______________________ is the _______________________wisdom! (Prov 1:1-7)

Understanding Genesis #3: River of life

Thu, 07 Apr 2022 06:25:00 -0700

In today's study, we look at the creation account in Gen 2 and then survey the biblical literature to see how the theme of the river of life appears throughout the Bible climaxing in the Gospel of John and the water coming from Jesus' side and then culminating in the river that comes from the Throne in Rev 22:1-3.

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Biblical pattern

Chaos
Creation
Commission of kings for divine glory
Sinful fall
Exile

Gen 2:4-14

2:4

‘These are the _____________________” (4; 5:1; 6:9; 10:1; 11:10; 11:27; 25:12; 25:19; 36:1; 36:9?; 37:2)
When the ‘Lord God’ (Yahweh-Elohim): the Name that was revealed to Moses (Yahweh/Lord) combined with the name for God (Elohim) in Gen 1:1-2:3.

1. Identifies that the covenant God of Israel is responsible for the creation!!

2:7-9 Events: forming of man, planting garden, placing of man

Man made from dust (7; 1 Cor 15:45) Adam from the Adamah
Breathed into his nostrils the _____________________________

1. Divine breath given to all; not just the royal figures
2. Ruach God’s personal presence: energy, wind, breath, spirit

God planted a garden ________ Eden (2:8, 10; 4:16)
Adam is moved to this garden; he returns to his former place (3:23)
Tree of life and the Tree of the knowledge of good and evil/bad (9): planted by God!

1. Tree of Life: used throughout the OT (Gen 2:9; 3:22, 24; Prov 3:18; 11:30; 13:12; 15:4); and in the NT—though here it is used in the context of a re-creation (Rev 2:7; 22:2, 14, 19)
2. Tree of Good and bad (Gen 24:50; 31:24; Lev 27:9-15; Num 13:19; 24:13; Deut 30:15)
3. ‘Discerning good and evil’ is a Hebrew expression referring to kings and authority figures making judgments in carrying out justice

2:10-14 Excursus: the four rivers

4 rivers (10)

1. Pishon (11)
2. Gihon (13)

1. 1. Spring in Jerusalem (1 Kings 1:33, 38, 45)
2. Tigris (14); east of Assur/Assyria
3. Euphrates (only river not associated with a land)

Waters

Joel 3:18

Zech 14:8

Isa 2

Rev 22:1-5

Ezek 40-48

John 2, 3, 4, 7, 13, 19-Spirit

Understanding Genesis #2: Image of God

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 11:59:00 -0700

In this study, Rob leads a group through Gen 1:26-28 and discusses the questions of "what does it mean that humankind is made in the Image of God"? and "who was God speaking to when He said, "Let us make man in Our Image"?

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Notes for today's study

1:24-31: Day 6: Land animals and Man

5 elements in the formation of humankind

God blessed them
Fruitful and multiply
Fill the earth
Subdue the earth
Rule over all the earth

Cp 1:28; Noah 9:1-7; Abraham 12:2-3; 17:2, 6, 8; 22:17-18; Isaac 26:3, 4, 24; Jacob 28:3-4, 13-14; 35:11-12; 47:27; 48:3-4; Israel Exod 1:7, 12, 20; Num 23:10-11; Deut 7:13; Ps 107:38

Cp Lev 26:9; Deut 7:13; 15:4-6; 28:11-12; 30:16; 1 Chron 4:10; 17:9-11, 27; Ps 8:5-8; 107:37-38; Isa 51:2-3; 54:1-3; Jer 3:16, 18; 23:3; Ezek 36:9-12; Hos 1:10

Creation of mankind (26)

Change from ‘let there be . . .’ to ‘let us make . . .’
Repetition of ‘God created man . . . He created them . . . male and female He created them’
Addition of ‘subdue and rule over’

‘Let us make man in our image and in our likeness’: stress point in the formation of mankind
Hebrew parallelism? No difference between the two terms?
All are made in God’s image
To be human is to bear God’s image
Rom 8:29; 2 Cor 3:18; Eph 4:23-24; Col 3:10: one is becoming the image of God through the process of salvation
‘Let them rule’: (26): Subdue (kabas) the earth and Rule (radah) over the creatures (28)

Subdue the earth: may suggest no more than the task of agriculture
Rule over the creatures: exercising dominion over the rest of creation

God delegates to mankind His own kingly authority
This is the role of Image Bearers

1:28: adds ‘subdue’: more forceful; indicates subjecting the one to slavery; here it probably parallels 2:5, 15 ‘keep the land’
Man is distinguished sexually; not by various species (sexual distinction with the animals comes in 6:19)
‘Male and female’: specifies who it was that was made in the image of God

The dominion was not for the sake of ruling in itself; but for the well-being of that which they rule over

Be fruitful and multiply (28; Cf Isa 45:18) Created it to be inhabited

Commission given to Noah (9:1, 7); Abraham (12:2-3; 17:2, 6, 8; 22:16-18); Isaac (26:3, 4, 24); Jacob (28:3-4, 14; 35:11-12; 48:3, 15-16); to Israel (Gen 47:27; Deut 7:13; Exod 1:7; Ps 107:38; Isa 51:2; Lev 26:9; Jer 3:16; 23:3; Ezek 36:10-11, 29-30;
Thus, Israel was to embody the purpose for humanity

‘It was very good’ (31)

Adam and Even fail and the commission of Gen 1:28 is given to:

Noah 9:1, 7
Abraham 12:2-3; 17:2, 6, 8, 16; 22:18
Isaac 26:3-4, 24
Jacob 28:3-4, 14; 35:11-12; 48:3, 15-16
Israel Deut 7:13; Gen 47:27; Exod 1:7; Ps 107:38; Isa 51:2

Understanding Gen 1 in light of the NT!

Rev 1:6 Kings/queens priests

Rev 5:9-10

Rev 20:4

Mark 10:42-45

Luke 22:29-30

Exod 19:4-6

Exod 17

Mark 10:42-45

Luke 22

1 Pet 2:9

Understanding Genesis #1: the creation narrative

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 04:04:00 -0700

In this study, Rob leads a look at Genesis 1 and the creation account. What is the meaning of the waters?

See notes below:

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Rev 21:1

Rev 17:1, 15

Ps 69:1-4

1:1-2 Preface: initial conditions before Day 1

‘Heavens (sky) and the Earth (land)’
Earth/land was formless and void (2)
Spirit (Ruach) was hovering over the waters

1:3-5: Day 1: Light and Darkness

‘And God said’ (3, 6, 9, 11, 14, 20, 24, 26, 28, 29)
Separates the light and the darkness

1:6-8: Day 2: Sea and Sky

1:6: ‘Let there be an expanse’ (firmament): basic idea is ‘spreading out’
1:7 Waters below the expanse from waters above it
1:8 Expanse: ‘heaven’ or ‘sky’

1:9-13: Day 3: Land, Sea, Vegetation

1:9 Dry land and seas formed
1:10 Land called ‘earth’: this is the last time God names anything
1:11: Vegetation: (only 2 kinds of vegetation: cp 1:29-30)
1:12 ‘According to their kind’

1:14-19: Day 4: Light Bearers in the Heavens

1:14: ‘Let there be lights/luminaries’: use of ‘greater light’ and ‘lesser light’: are probably an attempt to avoid the names ‘sun’ and ‘moon’; which were used for various deities

1:20-23: Day 5: Sea animals and Birds

1:21: 2 kinds of creatures live in the water:

Large: ‘great sea monsters’ tannin: also used of sea creatures who opposed God (Ps 74:13-14; Isa 27:1; 51:9)
Smaller fish

1:22-23: God blesses them: ‘Be fruitful, multiply, and fill the seas . . . earth’

1:24-31: Day 6: Land animals and Man

1:24: 3 categories of land animals

‘Cattle’: large quadrupeds which are domesticated
‘Reptiles’: lizards, snakes
‘Beasts’: corresponds with the Heb. ‘living thing’: every kind of wild animal

1:26: Creation of man

Change from ‘let there be . . .’ to ‘let us make . . .’
Repetition of ‘God created man . . . He created them . . . male and female He created them’

Addition of ‘subdue and rule over’
1. ‘Let us make man in our image’
2. ‘Let them rule’: After spelling out man’s relationship with God, Gen 1 now explains man’s relationship with the rest of creation

1:29-30: Every plant and tree for food

‘It was very good’

2:1-3: Day 7: Rest

2:1-3: completed

2:3 God blessed the 7th day

Gospel of Luke #3:Jesus, wealth, and the Church today

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 02:02:00 -0700

Rob and Vinnie continue their overview of the Gospel and examine Jesus' parable of the shrewd steward and the Rich Man and Lazarus in Luke 16. Then they wrestle with the question of what this looks like in the American Church today.

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Gospel of Luke #2: ”what’s love got to do with it?”

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 02:26:00 -0700

Rob and Vinnie continue their overview of the Gospel of Luke by looking at Jesus' message and how it was revolutionary then and what it means for us today. The episode is a bit longer as they wrestle (no not literally) with the issues of love and justice today.

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Gospel of Luke #1 Understanding Luke

Tue, 22 Mar 2022 02:57:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie address the background of the Gospel of Luke in order to help us understand this Gospel. They address the Roman system of patronage and how that impacted the poor and marginalized in the Roman world and how Jesus enters that world and demands that His followers turn it upside down.

Here is a link to Warren Carter's book The Roman Empire: an Essential Guide Carter has a number of works that provide research into the economic and social background of the Roman Empire

Here is a link to the Amazon page with series of books "A week in the life of . . ."

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Russian Christians weigh in on the war and the Church in Russia-Ukraine

Fri, 18 Mar 2022 02:50:00 -0700

Rob and Vinnie hosted two Russian Christian ("Daniel" and "Isaiah") as well to two former missionaries in Russia (Phil and Sacha Opperman) to discuss the Church in Russia, the war and its impact, and how we as Christians can support our brothers and sisters in Christ during this time.

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Gospel of Matthew#6 Overview of Matt 10-20

Tue, 15 Mar 2022 02:21:00 -0700

Rob and Vinnie walk through Matt chapters 10-20 to provide some context for understanding the text. How do we understand Jesus' teachings and Matthew's gospel?

Listen in to find out more.

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Gospel of Matthew #5 Interview Bruce Fisk

Tue, 08 Mar 2022 02:12:00 -0700

Rob and Vinnie interview Bruce Fisk, PhD to discuss the Gospel of Matthew and the question of Jesus and the Jews. What does it mean that Jesus is the fulfillment of the OT for the Jewish people and the land of Israel. Were the early Christians antisemitic? Join us for a conversation with former Westmont Profession and senior research fellow for the Network of Evangelicals for the Middle East.

Here is a link to Bruce's book: Hitchhiker's Guide to Jesus

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Gospel of Matthew #4 Sermon on the Mount

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 02:13:00 -0700

Rob and Vinnie walk through the Sermon on the Mount discussing what it meant then and how it applies now. What is fasting? Am I sinning because I am anxious? Does God promise me everything as long as I "ask, seek, and knock"?

Tune in to the full episode as we venture to understand Jesus' most famous sermon.

here is the link to Rob's post on Justice in the OT

For some good resources to continue processing the Sermon on the Mount and the church today see:

Radical by David Platt

Crazy Love by Francis Chan

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Reflections on the War in Ukraine

Fri, 25 Feb 2022 16:42:49 -0700

Rob and Vinnie take a moment to put some reflections on the recent war in Ukraine and to offer some thoughts as to what the Church should be doing in the midst of this war.

Gospel of Matthew #3 Overview of the Sermon on the Mount in Matthew

Tue, 22 Feb 2022 02:45:00 -0700

This week Rob and Vinnie attempt to put the Sermon on the Mount in its context in the Gospel of Matthew and how it serves as the new Law (in fulfillment of the Old) for the new people of God.

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Gospel of Matthew # 2 Intro Jesus and the OT in Matt

Tue, 15 Feb 2022 02:42:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob and Vinnie continue the discussion on how to understand the Gospel of Matthew. Today they look at Matthew's use of the OT and how He found Jesus in what might appear to be strange places and how Matthew saw Jesus living out the story of Israel.

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Gospel of Matthew #1 Intro to Matthew

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 02:42:00 -0700

Rob and Vinnie discuss how to read and understand the Gospel of Matthew. They address Matthew's connections to the Old Testament and what it means that Jesus is "Immanuel"

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Kingdom of God & Justice #6: Justice in the NT

Mon, 07 Feb 2022 01:00:00 -0700

This is session 6 and the final lesson in a study that Rob lead on understanding the Kingdom of God, the mission of God's people, and Justice. In this study, we look at the issue of Justice in the NT. What is God's mission? In order for the people of God to be faithful, we must understand what God's mission is. Then we must ask: What is Justice? And what is the relationship between Justice and the Kingdom of God? And what does it mean for you and me? Here is the outline that Rob was teaching from

The kingdom of God comes through the Cross

The cross of Christ is the epitome of love for which we are called to emulate. The cross was also the moment of Jesus’ coronation. There is little question that the gospels want us to view the crucifixion of Jesus as the moment of His becoming King.

We begin by noting that the charge against Jesus for which He was crucified was that He was “the king of the Jews” (Matt 27:37; Mark 15:26; Luke 23:38; John 19:19). The dialogue between Jesus and Pilate and the account of the crucifixion in the Gospel of John makes it clear that Jesus was crucified for claiming to be the king (see: John 18:36-19:22). Before the cross, they dressed Him in purple, clearly intending to mock Him for claiming to be the king (Mark 15:17; John 19:2). And they placed a crown of thorns on His head (Matt 27:29; Mark 15:17; John 19:2).

Jesus established the kingdom of God in His death. It was through His death and resurrection that Jesus defeated the kingdoms of the world.

Jesus had to defeat death in order to establish the kingdom of God. After all, death exemplifies the kingdoms of the world. Thus, Paul claims: “O death, where is your victory? O death, where is your sting? The sting of death is sin, and the power of sin is the law; but thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ” (1 Cor 15:55-57).

If the kingdom of God is love, and, if the greatest demonstration of love is to lay down one’s life for the other, then it only stands to reason that we affirm that Jesus established His kingdom on the cross.

Jesus calls His people to be kings/queens

There remains only one more significant point to add: Namely, if Jesus told His disciples that He was making them kings: “just as My Father has granted Me a kingdom, I grant you” (Luke 22:29); and, if the people are also called by the Father to be kings and queens[1] in His kingdom (Rev 1:5; 5:10), after all we are coheirs with Jesus (Rom 8:17); and, if that kingdom is Christ’s kingdom (which we assume that it is since we will sit on the same throne as Christ: Rev 3:21); then does it not stand to reason that we too are crowned the same way that He was? That is, by way of the cross.

That this is the case is affirmed by Jesus in Rev 3:21: “He who overcomes, I will grant to him to sit down with Me on My throne, as I also overcame and sat down with My Father on His throne.” We too are crowned as kings and queens and will sit on His throne when we overcome[2] the same way that He did.

How is it that Jesus overcame? The way in which Jesus overcame is through death: “one of the elders said to me, “Stop weeping; behold, the Lion that is from the tribe of Judah, the Root of David, has overcome so as to open the book and its seven seals.” And I saw between the throne (with the four living creatures) and the elders a Lamb standing, as if slain” (Rev 5:5-6). The book of Revelation is clear: Jesus is the Lion (the king), but He became such by being the Lamb that was slain.

When Jesus says to “follow me” He means that we too are to lay down our lives for the sake of the nations just like He did.

What does this mean?

This means that the kingdom of God, which has begun in Christ and is carried forth by His church, was established on justice. That is what the cross was. It was Christ establishing a kingdom of righteousness (justice) by sacrificially dying. When Jesus says, “follow me,” He means that we are to lay down our lives for the sake of the nations.

Justice, or in NT terms, love applied, is the pillar on which the kingdom was established. Justice, or love applied, is the fundamental ethic of God’s people.

Conclusion

Righteousness and justice in the NT are absorbed into Jesus’ ethic of love. For Jesus, love looks like what righteousness and justice were intended to be. It looks like the person who is willing to disadvantage themselves for the sake of the other. Jesus takes this principle and fulfills it.

When it comes to love, Jesus intensifies it in two ways. First, He extends it from God to one’s neighbor and from one’s neighbor to one’s enemies. Secondly, for Jesus, a willingness to disadvantage oneself for the sake of the other meant that one was willing to die for one’s enemies.

It is essential to grasp that the nature of the Christian life is to be characterized by a love for one’s enemies and that this love is epitomized by a willingness to lay down one’s life for the other, just as Christ did!

What does this mean for Christians when it comes to the issues of justice? It means that too often we have been approaching the issues as though they were only matters of right and wrong. For Jesus, justice is not a topic to be debated, but an ethic to be lived.

Read my blog on the Jesus and the poor

Understanding the nature of the Kingdom of God/Justice in the NT

John 13:35 ___________________ is the essential feature of the kingdom of God

John 15:13 Love ____________________________ for the other

Cross was/is a central feature of the kingdom of God
Mark 8:27-34

Mark 6:38 Love includes______________________: economic

Mark 6:35 Love those who are poor and marginalized is what _____________________

Jesus’ miracles were signs of the kingdom of God

A prelude of what is to come (John 11)
Focused on social and economic restoration (Luke 7)

Deut 15:1-11

Poor you will always have

Acts 4:32-37

Acts 4:34: Deut 15:4

[1] There is no need not to be gender inclusive here since clearly men and women are crowned and authorized to rule in the kingdom of God.

[2] The Greek word nikao (“overcome”) may be translated as “conquer” also. In the book of Revelation The NAS translates nikao with some form of “overcome” throughout Revelation with only the following exceptions: 6:2 “conquering” and “to conquer”; and, 15:2 “victorious.” The NIV translates nikao as “overcome” less consistently: exceptions include, 5:5 “triumphed”; 6:2 “conqueror” and “bent on conquest”; 11:7 “overpower”; 13:7 “to conquer”; 15:2 “victorious”; and 17:4 “conquer.” The ESV is the most consistent. It uses some form of the word “conquer” throughout the book of Revelation. See chapter 3 of my Follow the Lamb.

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Kingdom of God & Justice #5

Sun, 06 Feb 2022 08:53:00 -0700

This is session 5 of a study that Rob is leading on understanding the Kingdom of God, the mission of God's people, and Justice. What is God's mission? In order for the people of God to be faithful, we must understand what God's mission is. Then we must ask: What is Justice? And what is the relationship between Justice and the Kingdom of God? And what does it mean for you and me?

Here is the outline that Rob was teaching from

“The righteous (ṣaddîq) are willing to disadvantage themselves to advantage the community; the wicked are willing to disadvantage the community to advantage themselves.” Waltke, Bruce K. The Book of Proverbs, Chapters 1-15 (p. 97). Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing Co. Kindle Edition.

By doing so they would become an exemplar to the nations (Deut 4:5-8)
Deut 10:12-19: walk in all His ways
1. Shows no partiality
2. Accepts no bribes
3. Defends the cause of the fatherless and widow
4. Loves the alien

Note: election is missiological and not merely soteriological

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Kingdom of God & Justice #4

Sat, 05 Feb 2022 19:18:00 -0700

This is session 4 of a study that Rob is leading on understanding the Kingdom of God, the mission of God's people, and Justice. What is God's mission? In order for the people of God to be faithful, we must understand what God's mission is. Then we must ask: What is Justice? And what is the relationship between Justice and the Kingdom of God? And what does it mean for you and me?

Here is the outline that Rob was teaching from

18:16-33 Sodom and Gomorrah

People oppressed and victims of violence cry out to God to save them (Exod 3:7; Ps 34:17; cf Exod 11:6; 12:30; 1 Sam 4:14; Deut 22:24-27)

Abraham was called to do the ‘Way of the Lord’: _________________ and ___________________
1. Walking in YHWH’s way is to not walk in the way of other gods or nations
2. Here it contrasts with Sodom

Gen 18:19: Doing ‘righteousness and justice’: In Gen 18, YHWH draws Abraham’s attention to His concerns about the suffering and oppressed (Psalm 103:6-7)

Gen 18:19: Righteousness: sdq (sedaqa): root means ‘straight’; something that is fixed and fully what it should be; the norm—something by which other things are measured. Comes to mean ‘rightness’; that which is as it ought to be—matches up to the standard; Sdq: when applied to human actions it is a highly relational word; ‘Allows an individual to live in such a way that they respond correctly to the values of a relationship
1. Accurate weights and measures are sdq (Lev 19:36; Deut 25:15)
2. Safe paths for sheep (Ps 23:3)

Gen 18:19: Justice: spt (sapat; mishpat): refers to legal action that covers a wide-range: can refer to a lawgiver, or to act as a judge who arbitrates between parties in a dispute; to pronounce who is guilty and who is innocent in a dispute; in a wide sense it means ‘to put things right’; to intervene in a situation that is wrong, oppressive, or out of control and to fix it
Mispat is often used in accord with the mispat of the orphan or widow and refers to their rightful case against those who exploit them
Exodus 21-23—Covenant Code; of the Book of the Covenant—is called the Mispatim
Thus, Mispat refers to what needs to be done in each situation if the people and circumstances are to be restored to sedaqa
Mispat is the actions required; sedaqa is the resultant state of affairs
1. Gen 18:20: sedaqa: cry of pain or help from those who are being oppressed (Cf Exod 2:23-25; Ps 34:17; Deut 22:24, 27)

What was the sin of Sodom?

Ezekiel 16

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Kingdom of God & Justice #3

Fri, 04 Feb 2022 20:57:00 -0700

This is session 3 of a study that Rob is leading on understanding the Kingdom of God, the mission of God's people, and Justice. What is God's mission? In order for the people of God to be faithful, we must understand what God's mission is. Then we must ask: What is Justice? And what is the relationship between Justice and the Kingdom of God? And what does it mean for you and me?

Here is the outline that Rob was teaching from

Immanuel principle: God’s presence among us (Lev 26:11-13; Gen 17:7-8; Exod 29:45; Jer 24:7; 31:1, 33; 32:8; Ezek 11:20; 14:11; 34:24; 37:23, 27-28; Zech 8:8; 2 Cor 6:16; Heb 8:10; Rev 21:7)

The purpose of redemption was so that God would __________________ (Exod 29:44-46)
Moses understood that this is what distinguished Israel from the nations and was the purpose for Israel’s existence (Exod 33:15-16)

God’s presence requires ethical holiness

Lev 19:2: ‘Be holy’
Result was that the nations would notice (Deut 4:6-8)

For Israel, everything was divided into two categories: holy and common/profane

God and anything associated with God was holy
Everything else was profane/common and ordinary (profane has a neutral meaning)

The common/profane was also divided into two categories

_____________________ the normal state of people and things

_____________________ : because of pollution

Only that which was ___________________ could come into the presence of God

Sin and pollution renders

the holy ____________________
the clean __________________
1. Sacrificial blood would provide cleansing
Blood makes the unclean __________________
Blood also can make the clean _________________

Since Holiness and cleanness were required to enter the presence of God, and since God’s presence among Israel was a distinctive element of them as a people, and since their distinctiveness was to be their mission to the world, then even their sacrificial system was missional

Because the sacrificial system was fulfilled on the cross; the laws of clean and unclean food symbolized Israel’s distinctiveness from the nations, were also fulfilled
Moral and spiritual cleanliness is still in force
Paul quotes Lev 26 in 2 Cor 6:16 in order to urge Christians not to compromise their exclusive worship of Christ and their distinctiveness from unbelievers

Rom 12:1-2

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Kingdom of God & Justice #2

Thu, 03 Feb 2022 02:57:00 -0700

This is session 1 of a study that Rob lead on understanding the Kingdom of God, the mission of God's people, and Justice. What is Justice? And what is the relationship between Justice and the Kingdom of God? And what does it mean for you and me?

Here is the outline that Rob was teaching from

Immanuel principle: God’s presence among us (Lev 26:11-13; Gen 17:7-8; Exod 29:45; Jer 24:7; 31:1, 33; 32:8; Ezek 11:20; 14:11; 34:24; 37:23, 27-28; Zech 8:8; 2 Cor 6:16; Heb 8:10; Rev 21:7)

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Kingdom of God & Justice #1

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 19:31:00 -0700

Here is the outline that Rob was teaching from

Exodus 2:11-12, 23-25; 3:7-10

Biblical Concept of Missions/Mission of God
1. The biblical focus is on ___________________________
Nature of God’s Mission: Bringing the Kingdom of God in its fullness
1. Gospel: _______________________________________________________________________________
  1. All who believe and follow Jesus may enter
2. Kingdom of God: the totality of God’s work ______________________________________ _____________________________________________________ (Rom 8:19-22; Isa 65:17-25; Rev 21:3-4)

We are the agents of God’s mission
1. The body of Christ is God’s vehicle for his mission in the world
  1. We are to implement what God is going to do

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Jer Swigart Interview: Evangelicalism and peacemaking

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 02:37:00 -0700

Rob and Vinnie interview Jer Swigart the Co-founder of Global Immersion to discuss peacemaking and the evangelical church. How to form activists for peace in accordance with the Gospel and the disconnect that is too found in evangelical churches between peace making and evangelical theology and practice

Here is a link to the Global Immersion website

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Here is a link to the Howard Thurman book Jer mentioned Jesus and the Disinherited

Here is a link to the article by Andy Crouch Jer mentioned "Year without a Summer"

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Gospel of Mark #4: OT background: Jace Broadhurst

Tue, 25 Jan 2022 02:38:00 -0700

Rob and Vinnie interview Dr Jace Broadhurst who takes us on an incredible journey into the ancient world and shows us how understanding the stories that circulated around the world at the time of Mark helps illuminate the Gospel of Mark: e.g., The disciples being "tormented" while rowing across the sea; Jesus' walking on the water is Him trampling the ancient gods as Job 9 speaks about! A fascinating study.

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Here is a link to Michael Heiser's work The Unseen Realm that Jace referred to.

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Gospel of Mark #3: How Mark tells his story and Discipleship in Mark

Tue, 18 Jan 2022 02:30:00 -0700

Rob and Vinnie look at the structure of the Gospel to show how Mark tells his story and illuminates its meaning. Rob and Vinnie also look at Discipleship in the Gospel of Mark

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Gospel of Mark #2: Sandwiching and the Feedings of the Multitudes

Tue, 11 Jan 2022 02:59:00 -0700

Vinnie and Rob look even more deeply at the Gospel of Mark and discuss how Mark arranges his stories so that a second story interrupts the first story in order to provide a key insight into how Mark wants his readers to understand the first story. Why does Mark tell of Jesus feeding 5,000 and 4,000? Why tell of a similar miracle?

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Gospel of Mark #1: Introduction and Overivew

Tue, 04 Jan 2022 03:02:00 -0700

Join Vinnie and Rob as they provide Part 1 of an Introduction and Overview of the Gospel of Mark.

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Christmas: The Coming of the King!

Tue, 21 Dec 2021 03:13:00 -0700

in this episode, Vinnie and Rob explore the Gospel stories about the birth of Christ and argue that the story is about the coming of the King!

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Kingdom of God Part 5: the Sermon on the Mount

Mon, 20 Dec 2021 15:04:00 -0700

This is episode 5 of Rob's study on the Kingdom of God. In this study, Rob provides an overview of the Sermon on the Mount (Matt 5-7) and what it means for understanding the Kingdom of God today.

For a deeper dive into the Sermon on the Mount see Rob's presentation on YouTube:

Note Rob refers to Ezek 37 several times: that should have been Ezek 36!

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Kingdom of God #4: Rom 8 & All Creation

Sun, 19 Dec 2021 22:19:00 -0700

Rob continues his study of the Kingdom of God by looking at Romans 8 and its climactic role in the narrative of Romans and its stress on the redemption of all creation. We dovetail into discussions of Predestination and Free Will also.

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Notes for the study:

8:1-11 Life through the Son and the Spirit

Therefore, there is no condemnation for those who are in Christ (1); i.e., who live according to the Spirit (4)
For, (explanation as to why there is no condemnation) (2) ans: God has liberated us!
God did what the Law could not do (3)
Condemned sin in the flesh (3): i.e., the flesh of Jesus

Sending His own Son (cf 8:32; 5:10; 1:3-4; Gal 4:4)
Sent in the ‘likeness’ of sinful flesh

Jesus was truly human

And as an offering for sin

In order that (divine purpose) the requirement of the Law might be fulfilled in us (4; 7:10; Ezek 36:26, 27)
1. Cf 7:10: The life the Torah intended to give to God’s people is now given by His Spirit
2. Who do not walk according to the flesh: I.e., the rebellious human nature: humanity both as mortal and rebellious
3. But according to the Spirit: i.e., the Holy Spirit (cf 1:4; 8:9-11, 12-27)
Flesh v Spirit: each characterized by a way of thinking (5-6)
1. Thinking of the flesh is death (6)
2. Thinking of the Spirit is life and peace
Because: the reason why flesh thinking is death is because: It is hostile to God (7)
1. Such persons cannot please God (implication is that those in the Spirit can do so! See 8:28)
You are in the Spirit (9; Gal 4:29)
1. The Spirit indwells you: Spirit indwells us just as the Shekinah indwelt the Temple (cf 1 Cor 3:16; 6:19)
2. Result is the guarantee of resurrection (10-11)
Christ is in you (10)
The body is dead because of sin (10)
Spirit of Him who raised Jesus dwells in you (11; cf 1 Cor 15)
1. He who raised Jesus will also give life to your mortal bodies
2. Through His Spirit

8:12-30 The Inheritance Guaranteed

8:12-17 Led by the Spirit

Thus, we have an obligation/debtors (12): Not to the flesh
1. If you live that way you will die (13)
If by the Spirit you will live (13)
For, (explains to whom we are indebted to; not just why we will live) Those led by the Spirit are sons of God (14)
1. Led by the Spirit; imagery taken from the Exodus and wilderness wanderings: cloud and fire (cf Exod 13:21-22; 14:19, 24; 40:38; Num 9:15-23; 10:34; 14:14; Deut 1:33; Neh 9:12, 19; Ps 78:14; 105:39)
2. These are sons of God! (cf Isa 1:2; Hos 1:10; 11:1)
Not received a spirit of slavery leading to fear (15; Gal 4:8-11)
Instead, a Spirit of adoption to Sons (15)
We cry out ‘Abba, Father’ (cf Gal 4:6)
The Spirit bears witness that we are children of God (16): Heirs too (17)
1. Heirs of God: Fellow heirs with Christ
If we suffer with Him (17; Mark 8:34-38)
In order that, we might be glorified with Him (17)

Thus, Christians become full-heirs with Christ
The Sprit bears witness (16)
This includes sharing in His sufferings (17) and His glory (cf John 17:24)

8:18-30 Renewal of All Things

For, I consider (18)
These present sufferings will not compare with the eternal glory awaiting us (18; 2 Cor 4:17)
Anxious longing of creation waits eagerly for the revealing of the sons of God (19)
1. For, creation was subjected to frustration (20)
2. Creation will be set free from slavery to corruption (21)
3. This happens when the glory of the children of God occurs (21)
For, the whole creation ‘groans’ and ‘suffers’ (22)
We ourselves groan (23)
Having the ‘firstfruits’ of the Spirit (23; 2 Cor 1:22; 5:5; Eph 1:14)
1. God’s future redemption has already come into the present (cf 8:4, 9-11, 13-17)
We await our adoption as sons (23)
1. Already/not yet: we have been adopted (15) and are children of God (16-17)
This Glory includes the redemption of our bodies (23; 8:11; 1 Cor 15:54; 2 Cor 5:1-5; Phil 3:21)
We were saved in ‘hope’ (24)
1. Therefore, we must strain with ‘perseverance’ for it (24)
2. Hope for what is unseen: then has a future referent (contrast is between what is present and future and not what is earthly and heavenly)
Spirit, also, helps us in our weaknesses (26)
1. Spirit intercedes for us (so does Christ: 34)
God knows the mind of the Spirit (27)
Our present sufferings are leading us to conformity to the image of His Son (29)
But we know that God is causing all things to work for good (28)
Result of the process is that we will ‘become conformed to the image of His Son’ (29)
1. Refers back to 1:18: the image of God that has been distorted by idolatry and immorality is restored through Jesus
2. This is the purpose for which we were called, chosen, and predestined
3. Conformity to the Son means conformity in His death: hence, ‘that He might be the firstborn’ (29; cf 3:10-11)
Those God Foreknew-Predestined-called-justified-glorified (29-30)
1. Thus, the believer has no reason for concern: what God has begun He will complete (Phil 1:6)
2. Foreknowledge: means more than just advanced knowledge; connected with ‘call’ (cf 1:1; Gal 1:15)
3. Predestined: references God’s setting people apart in advance (with ‘foreknow’) for a purpose
4. Called: through the Gospel to announce His lordship
For Paul, ‘called’ refers to a person who respond in faith to the Gospel (1 Thess 1:4-5; 2 Thess 2:13-14)
1. Justified: by faith
2. Glorified: already seated with Him in the heavenly realm (Eph 2:6)

8:31-39 Nothing can Separate Us from the Love of God

Argument is simple: since God’s love has done so much for Christians there is no power that can shake love from completing the job (cf 5:6-10; 1 Cor 15:20-28)

Biblical allusions and echoes:

32: Abraham and Isaac in Gen 22
34: 3rd servant song Isa 50:4-9 (note the servant songs are traditionally applied to Jesus; here the church?)—the song is one of the servant standing before hostile enemies, trusting in God and awaiting His vindication
34: Jesus intercedes for us alludes to Isa 53:12
34: Jesus at the right hand of God Ps 110:1
36: sheep to be slaughtered cites Ps 44:22; and alludes to Isa 53:7

If God is for us, who is against us? (31)
1. Answer: ‘no one’
2. Because God having not spared his Son, will now give us all things (32)
Who will bring a charge against God’s elect? (33)
1. Answer: ‘no one’
2. Because God is the one who justifies (33)
Who shall condemn us? (34)
1. Answer: ‘no one’
2. Because Christ died, was raised, and now intercedes (34)
Who shall separate us from the love of Christ (35)
1. Answer: ‘no one’ (not tribulation, distress, persecution, nor famine—events, threats, circumstances)
2. Because we are victorious through the one who loved us (37)
Nothing can separate us from the love of God (38-39)
1. For, (38)
2. Neither, death, life, angels, principalities, things present, things to come, powers, height, depth, nor any created thing (forces that might stand behind the physical threats listed in 35)

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Kingdom of God #3: Part 2 (Luke 6)

Sat, 18 Dec 2021 03:30:00 -0700

This study continues our examination of Luke 6. We are trying to discern Jesus' ethic in light of the Kingdom of God and how Jesus was overturning the way the world takes care of others and replacing it with His view which demonstrates concern for the marginalized and oppressed.

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Kingdom of God #3: The Ethics of the Kingdom

Fri, 17 Dec 2021 01:14:00 -0700

Todays podcast is session 3 of the study on the Kingdom of God that Rob has been leading via zoom. Today's study looks at Luke 6:20-49.

Luke 6:17-49 Sermon on the Plain

‘Why do you call me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ and do not do what I say?’ (46)

Four blessings: ‘Blessed are you’ (i.e., those who follow Him and are . . . ) (blessing means one who is the object of Grace and is happy; not the one who has an easy life)

‘Who are ___________________’ (20); ‘yours is the ____________________________________’
‘Who ________________________’ (21); ‘you shall be ___________________’ (cf Ps 37:16-19; 107:9; 132:15; 146:7; Isa 49-9-10; 55:1-2; Ezek 34:29)
‘Who ______________________________’; ‘you shall ______________________’

Weeping is often the result of a person suffering injustice (Ps 126:5-6; 137:1; Isa 40:1-2)

‘When________________________’ (22; 1 Pet 4:14-16); ‘reward ________________ is great’ (23)
Result: ‘Be glad . . . leap for joy’ (23) 2 reasons: ‘for’

_________________________________ is great (Rom 8:18; 2 Cor 4:17-18)
For this is how ________________________________________________ (cf Luke 11:47-51; Acts 7:51-52; Jer 2:29-30; 11:18-21; 20:2; 26:8-11, 20; 37:15-16; 38:4-6; 1 Kings 18:4, 13; 19:10; 22:27; 2 Chron 16:10; 24:21; Neh 9:26)

Four woes: (24-26) ‘Woe to you (i.e., those who do not follow him and are . . .; cf Deut 27:15-26; Isa 5:8-23; 30:1-2; 31:1; 33:1; 65:13-16; Matt 11:20-24; 23:13-29; 24:19; 26:24; Mark 13:17; 14:21; Jude :11; Rev 8:13; 12:12; 18:10-12); ‘woe’ is an exclamation of pain and pity for the misfortune that awaits

Who are _______________’; ‘you are __________________________________’ (24; 16:19-31)
‘Who are _________________’; ‘you shall be ______________’ (25; Isa 5:22; 65:13; Amos 8:11)
‘Who ___________________’; ‘you shall _________________________’ (Isa 65:14; Rev 18:15, 19)
‘When all men _____________________’; ‘fathers used to __________________________ (26)

Jesus’ message is often unpopular (John 15:19; James 4:4; Luke 2:34; 12:51-53; 1 Cor 1:18-25; 1 Pet 3:13-17)
Israel often courted prophets who gave messages that were popular rather than God’s message (Jer 5:31; 14:13-16; 23:9-15, 27-28; Ezek 22:23-31; Isa 30:10; Mic 2:11)

6:27-38

4 commands (27-28): love

_______________________________________ (27; Acts 7:58-60; Rom 12:16-121; 1 Thess 5:15; 1 Pet 3:9): Love is expressed radically in term of loving those who oppose you

Cf John 13:34-35; 15:12-17; Rom 12;17-21; 13:10; Gal 6:2; James 2:8; 1 John 3:11-18

Do good to those who _____________________________________________
1. Those who are hostile to God’s people (1;71; Ps 18:17; 106:10)
Bless those who ___________________________________ (28)
Pray for those who __________________________________

4 illustrations (29-30)

Hit on the right cheek; ______________________________________(29)
Takes your coat; do not __________________________________
Give to __________________________________________ (30; 1 Tim 6:8-18)
Whoever takes ______________________________________

Command (31): love

_____________________________________________________________________________________________ (31)

3 illustrations (32-34)

If you ____________ only those who ________________ you, what reward? (32)
___________________ to only to those who do _____________________ to you (33)
_______________ to only those whom you expect a return (34; cf 30)

Summary/Command (35): love

Love your enemies (35); Do good; lend and expect nothing

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What is the Kingdom of God #1

Thu, 16 Dec 2021 11:58:00 -0700

What is the Kingdom of God? This week we are looking at the biblical story and what the Jewish world was expecting?

Today's podcast is a recording of a zoom Bible study that Rob is leading in the fall of 2021.

To prepare for week 1 read the Gospel of Luke chs 1-3 and the introduction below!

Notes:

Luke and the Kingdom of God

The KOG is ____________________________________

What were the first century Jews expecting?

They were expecting a king that would _____________ them from foreign oppression and _____________ God’s rule (Daniel—see notes below: cf Ezek 37:24-27)

Luke is framed with references to _________________ (Luke 1:1; 24:45-47)

In Luke, Jesus is _____________________________________________

In Luke, Jesus is the _________________________ (Luke tells the story of Jesus as the fulfillment of the story of David and his kingdom)

In Luke, the Kingdom of God ________________________________

Jesus is preaching the KOG: Luke 4:43; 8:1; 9:2, 11; 16:16; 18:29

Entrance into the KOG: Luke 18:9-19:10

Acknowledgement of sins (18:14)

Trust in Jesus alone (18:16-17, 37-42)

Confidence in nothing else (18:11-12, 18-30; 19:1-10)

Those who respond are:

Those who come to Him (18:16)

Those who follow Him (18:22, 28, 43)

Those who have faith in Him (18:42)

Those who welcome Him (19:6)

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What is the Kingdom of God #2

Thu, 16 Dec 2021 03:54:00 -0700

What is the Kingdom of God? This week we are looking at the biblical story and what the Jewish world was expecting?

Today's podcast is a recording of a zoom Bible study that Rob is leading in the fall of 2021.

Notes:

Col 3:1-14

Distinguishing the kingdom of God from the kingdoms of the world

They are different with regards to time

1 Cor 10:11

Kingdoms of the world: “This/the age,”/or the “present age”: Matt 12:32; 13:39-40, 49; 28:20; Mark 10:30; Luke 16:8; 20:34; 1 Cor 2:6, 8; Gal 1:4; Eph 1:21; Tit 2:12—
Kingdom of God: the “age to come”: Matt 12:32; Mark 10:30; Luke 18:30; 20:35; Eph 1:21; Heb 6:5

The “age to come” has arrived _____________________________

Though the “age to come” (kingdom of God) has already arrived, “this age” (the “present age” or the kingdoms of the world) ___________________________

They are different because the kingdoms of the world will pass away, but the kingdom of God is eternal

The kingdoms of the world are _____________________, while the kingdom of God _________________

Matt 13:39

1 Cor 2:6

1 John 2:8

Matt 6:19-20

Col 3:1-2

Col 3:12-14

They are different because they have different rulers

Gen 3:15 Seed of the woman v seed of the Serpent!

2 Cor 4:4

1 John 5:19

Luke 4:5-6

1 Cor 15:23-26

In the present, the kingdom of God and the kingdom(s) of the world ____________________ to one another

Psalm 73

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Q&A#2 Knowing God‘s will

Thu, 09 Dec 2021 22:46:00 -0700

Rob and Vinnie take on more of your questions. This time they address "what is the will of God?" and "where are all the prophetic voices?"

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Christian Nationalism in Review

Thu, 09 Dec 2021 02:51:00 -0700

Vinnie and Rob review their key take-aways from the prior 5 episodes on Christian Nationalism.

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Christian Nationalism and the Church: what does this mean for us?

Tue, 07 Dec 2021 03:02:00 -0700

We have been exploring Christian Nationalism and why it is such a danger to the American church. Today we interview 4 pastors to hear their thoughts and how Christian Nationalism is impacting and hindering their ministries.

Pastors JC Baysinger, Curtis Lillie, Clint Leavitt, and Jackie Parks

Here is a link to the book that Clint mentioned on The Liturgy of Politics

Here is a link to the book Jackie recommends: Prophetic Lament

Here is a link to the research Clint references on the book of Psalms and our modern worship.

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Christian Nationalism with David Crump Part 2

Mon, 29 Nov 2021 15:44:49 -0700

This is part 2 of Rob and Vinnie's discussion on Christian Nationalism with David Crump. David has written a fantastic expose on Christian Nationalism and the Kingdom of God.

You can buy David's book I Pledge Allegiance: A Believer's Guide to Kingdom Citizenship in Twenty-First-Century America

Here are the Amazon links to:

Stanley Hauerwas’ books

Richard Rothstein Color of Law

George Eldon Ladd The Presence of the Future

David deSilva Unholy Allegiances

David’s critique of Vodie Baucham’s book

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Christian Nationalism with David Crump

Tue, 16 Nov 2021 03:03:00 -0700

This is part 1 of Rob and Vinnie's discussion on Christian Nationalism with David Crump. David has written a fantastic expose on Christian Nationalism and the Kingdom of God.

You can buy David's book I Pledge Allegiance: A Believer's Guide to Kingdom Citizenship in Twenty-First-Century America here

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Christian Nationalism and the Church Part 2

Tue, 09 Nov 2021 03:03:00 -0700

This is part 2 of Vinnie and Rob's conversation on Christian Nationalism. They discuss the witness of the church and the impact of Christian Nationalism on our witness. Should national symbols (e.g., the American Flag) be in a church's building?

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Christian Nationalism and the Church Part 1

Tue, 02 Nov 2021 03:03:00 -0700

Rob and Vinnie discuss Christian Nationalism and its dangers for the Church.

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What is the Gospel? Pt 6

Tue, 26 Oct 2021 21:53:00 -0700

This episode is the 6th and final episode in our study of "what is the Gospel?" Today's episode is part 2 of our look at the Parable of the Sower and we ask: "what does this have to do with the state of the American Church?

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What is the Gospel? pt 5

Thu, 21 Oct 2021 03:03:00 -0700

This episode is the 5th in our study of "what is the Gospel?" Today's episode looks at the Parable of the Sower and asks: "why is it that so many were following Jesus during His ministry but at the end only a few remained?" and "What are some of the reasons why we struggle to follow Jesus as Lord as consistently as we should?"

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What is the Gospel pt 4

Tue, 19 Oct 2021 03:07:00 -0700

Tonight's podcast is the fourth session of a study on "what is the Gospel?" In this study, we take a look into the beautiful and complex stories of Jesus' feeding of the 5,000 in Mark 6 and His feeding the 4,000 in Mark 8. Why did Mark tell us both stories? Why did Jesus make extra bread? Why does Mark tell us that Jesus made extra bread? Why does Mark tell us how many baskets of extra bread they picked up? And why does Jesus tell them, "you give them something to eat?"

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What is the Gospel Pt 3: Follow Me

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 15:44:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob continues his study of "What is the Gospel"? This may be one of the most important topics and yet many Christians struggle to define it and when they do they often define it as "about me." But the Gospel is that Jesus is Lord and He calls us to deny ourselves and follow Him! Today's study looks at the Gospel of Mark and Mark's use of "follow." What does it mean to "follow Me"?

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What is the Gospel? Pt1

Tue, 12 Oct 2021 03:12:00 -0700

In this episode, Rob leads a group through a discussion of "What is the Gospel"? This may be one of the most important topics and yet many Christians struggle to define it and when they do they often define it as "about me." But the Gospel is that Jesus is Lord and He calls us to deny ourselves and follow Him!

Here is a link to the Dictionary of Biblical Imagery

And this link is for a good Bible Dictionary

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Christianity and Lebanon: the Church and the current crisis

Fri, 08 Oct 2021 03:46:00 -0700

Rob and Vinnie interview Naji Abi-Hashem a Lebanese American. Naji tells his story and sheds some insights into the current state of affairs in Lebanon and how the Church is shining its light in the midst of dark times.

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Understanding the Global Church with Tony Kim

Tue, 05 Oct 2021 03:01:00 -0700

In this episode Rob and Vinnie interview Tony Kim and discuss the international church. What is an underground church? What is a "closed nation." Tony shares his experiences with the global church and the persecuted church.

Tony is a pastor in California. He is also the Executive Director of Harvest international https://www.harvestim.org/

and the Roar academy https://www.roaracademy.org/

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Q&A on the Law and the NT: Do the commands still apply?

Tue, 21 Sep 2021 03:26:00 -0700

Rob and Vinnie address questions pertaining to the Law and the NT. Do Christians have to follow the Ten Commandments? How are we supposed to obey all the commands?

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What is the Greatest Commandment? How is that a trick question?

Tue, 14 Sep 2021 03:07:00 -0700

In today's episode, Vinnie and Rob begin a look at the depth and beauty of the Gospel. In Mark 12 and Matt 22 three groups (of somewhat unlikely collaborators) question Jesus trying to "trap" Him. One of the questions, however, doesn't look like a trap: the answer to "what is the greatest commandment" is something that a 3-yr old child would have known. How was this a trick question? the answer must be found in the fact that Jesus was doing something funny and they suspected it but wanted to see if He would affirm it plainly!

Then Vinnie and Rob ask what does it mean today to "love our neighbor" as ourselves.

As a follow up to today's podcast listeners are encouraged to read Scot McKnight's The Jesus Creed

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Ezekiel and the New Testament Part 2

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 04:39:00 -0700

This is part 2 of a study Rob led on the book of Ezekiel. In the first episode, Rob summarized the book of Ezekiel and then examined the Gog and Magog text of Ezekiel 38-39 and the description of Ezekiel's temple in Ezekiel 40-48. In this episode Rob looks at Ezekiel through the lens of the NT (esp the Gospel of John and the book of Revelation)

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Ezekiel and the New Testament Part 1

Sun, 22 Aug 2021 08:33:00 -0700

This episode is from a study that Rob led on the book of Ezekiel. This is week 4 of the study. Rob begins with a brief review and then looks at Gog and Magog of Ezekiel 38-39 and then Ezekiel's temple of Ezekiel 40-48

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DT interviews Michael Gorman and discuss ”Cruciformity”

Tue, 10 Aug 2021 03:01:00 -0700

This episode is an interview with Michael Gorman one of the foremost NT and Pauline scholars in the church today. We discuss the 20th anniversary edition of his book "Cruciformity: Paul's Narrative Spirituality of the Cross"

I truly believe that this is one of the most important conversations we have ever had on this podcast.

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Here is the link to Michael's book "Cruciformity"

Michael recommends that the average reader begin with his book: "Reading Paul"

here is a link to Amazon and a list of Michael's books!

Here is the link to the book by Michael Gombis that Michael recommended.

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Vinnie and Rob interview David Crump continuing the discussion of Israel-Palestine

Fri, 06 Aug 2021 03:32:00 -0700

This interview discusses David's upcoming book Like Birds in a Cage: Christian Zionism’s Collusion in Israel’s Oppression of the Palestinian People.

Here is a link to David’s book (when his new book comes out we will update this page)

Here is the link to Rob’s books. Today podcast focused on the issues addressed in Rob’s These Brothers of Mine

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Rob and Vinnie talk about Christian Zionism, Israel, and Palestine

Tue, 03 Aug 2021 03:00:00 -0700

What a topic. Rob and Vinnie navigate, or at least attempt to navigate, through the muddy waters of Christian Zionism and the current conflict in Israel and Palestine.

Here is a link to the NEME (Network of Evangelicals for the Middle East) website:

Here is the link to JustVision. They have lots of great documentaries that tell the story of the contemporary conflict and the people. Note especially the documentary "My Neighborhood"

If you want more information on the trip in May or June of 2022 that Rob is planning on leading please fill out the information sheet on the determinetruth website under the tab "contact me" and let him know.

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What makes a good church? and what to do when they go bad!

Fri, 30 Jul 2021 00:50:00 -0700

Rob and Vinnie follow up on the conversation with Laura Barringer and Scot McKnight on "good" churches. They address the topic of abuse in the church; what is the purpose of church; and what good churches look like.

If you wish to email Rob as a follow up to this episode you can reach him at rdalrymple19@gmail.com

Here is the link to the AP article Rob cited:

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A Church Called Tov: w/ Scot McKnight & Laura Barringer

Tue, 27 Jul 2021 08:53:37 -0700

Rob & Vinnie chat with Scot McKnight and Laura Barringer about their amazing book, A Church Called Tov

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Rob and Vinnie discuss Women in the Church

Fri, 23 Jul 2021 01:00:00 -0700

In today's episode Rob and Vinnie follow up on the interview with Mimi Haddad and discuss women in the Church.

Here are the links to Rob’s blogs on women

Women and Justice (15 posts from Mar - July 2021)

https://www.patheos.com/blogs/determinetruth/2021/03/women-injustice-and-the-bible-women-injustice1-justice12/

https://www.patheos.com/blogs/determinetruth/2021/04/women-injustice-and-the-bible-women-injustice2-justice13/

https://www.patheos.com/blogs/determinetruth/2021/04/women-injustice-and-the-bible-women-injustice3-justice14/

https://www.patheos.com/blogs/determinetruth/2021/05/does-the-bible-teach-that-women-are-to-be-subordinate-to-men-women-injustice4-justice15/

https://www.patheos.com/blogs/determinetruth/2021/05/does-genesis-teach-the-subordination-of-women-gen-218-25-316-women-injustice5-justice16/

https://www.patheos.com/blogs/determinetruth/2021/06/aiming-towards-a-biblical-theology-of-gender-women-injustice6-justice17/

https://www.patheos.com/blogs/determinetruth/2021/06/the-prominence-of-women-in-the-new-testament-women-injustice7-justice18/

https://www.patheos.com/blogs/determinetruth/2021/06/male-headship-in-the-church-today-is-nothing-more-than-an-unbiblical-system-of-apartheid-women-injustice8-justice19/

https://www.patheos.com/blogs/determinetruth/2021/06/does-the-nt-teach-the-subordination-of-women-an-examination-of-1-pet-31-6-7-women-injustice9-justice20/

https://www.patheos.com/blogs/determinetruth/2021/06/does-the-nt-teach-the-subordination-of-women-an-examination-of-1-cor-112-16-part-1-women-injustice10-justice21/

https://www.patheos.com/blogs/determinetruth/2021/06/does-the-nt-teach-the-subordination-of-women-an-examination-of-1-cor-112-16-part-2-women-injustice11-justice22/

https://www.patheos.com/blogs/determinetruth/2021/06/does-the-nt-teach-the-subordination-of-women-an-examination-of-1-cor-112-16-part-3-women-injustice12-justice23/

https://www.patheos.com/blogs/determinetruth/2021/06/misogyny-and-the-bible-does-the-nt-teach-that-women-must-be-silent-in-the-church-an-examination-of-1-cor-1434-35-women-injustice13-justice24/

https://www.patheos.com/blogs/determinetruth/2021/07/gender-and-justice-women-injustice15-justice25/

Women in the Church (5 part series Nov 2019)

https://www.patheos.com/blogs/determinetruth/2019/11/women-and-the-church-part-1/

https://www.patheos.com/blogs/determinetruth/2019/11/women-in-the-church-part-2/

https://www.patheos.com/blogs/determinetruth/2019/11/women-in-the-church-part-3/

https://www.patheos.com/blogs/determinetruth/2019/11/women-in-the-church-part-4/

https://www.patheos.com/blogs/determinetruth/2019/11/women-in-the-church-part-5/

Stand alone article on women in ministry

https://www.patheos.com/blogs/determinetruth/2018/08/women-in-ministry4510467/

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Interview with Mimi Haddad: Director of Christians for Biblical Equality

Tue, 20 Jul 2021 21:26:13 -0700

Mimi Haddad serves as president and CEO of CBE International. She holds a PhD in historical theology from the University of Durham, England. She serves in leadership with Evangelicals for Justice and is a founding member of the"Evangelicals and Women Study Group" at the Evangelical Theological Society. Mimi is an award-winning author and has written more than one hundred academic, popular, and blog articles. She has also contributed to over fifteen books

https://www.cbeinternational.org/

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https://www.nybooks.com/articles/1990/12/20/more-than-100-million-women-are-missing/

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We‘re back!

Mon, 19 Jul 2021 12:02:19 -0700

The DetermineTruth Podcast is excited to make a comeback. New episodes coming weekly. Today's episode introduces our new guest host Vinnie Angelo.

Here is the link to Rob's blog and the Determinetruth website https://www.patheos.com/blogs/determinetruth/

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Luke 24 The Resurrection of Jesus

Sun, 26 May 2019 05:28:00 -0700

This is a sermon I delivered on Luke 24 and the Resurrection. (note the sound quality is a bit low for the message itself. apologies!)

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Acts 28 Send Someone else!

Fri, 24 May 2019 05:25:00 -0700

Today's podcast is from a sermon I delivered on the book of Acts. It is the final sermon in the series on Acts. This message addresses the fact that God uses His people to proclaim the work of the Kingdom to the world. And that means us also!

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Luke 24 the Birth of the Church

Wed, 22 May 2019 05:22:00 -0700

This is a sermon I delivered on Luke 24. The resurrection of Jesus is the moment that the Church was born! (note the sound quality is a bit low for the message itself. apologies!)

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Book of Acts and Suffering

Sat, 18 May 2019 05:19:00 -0700

This podcast is from a sermon I delivered on the book of Acts. It addresses suffering and persecution in the Church by looking at episodes in Acts 5, 7, 11, 12, 14, 16, 17.

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Acts 15: Dealing with Conflict

Thu, 16 May 2019 05:11:00 -0700

This podcast is from a sermon I delivered on the book of Acts. I address the question of how to handle conflict in the Church

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Luke 23 the Cross

Tue, 14 May 2019 05:12:00 -0700

This is a sermon I delivered on Luke 23 and the Cross. The Cross is the moment of Jesus' coronation. And it is the model for the Christian life (note the sound quality is a bit low for the message itself. apologies!)

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Intro to Philippians and Colossians

Mon, 13 May 2019 05:11:00 -0700

The podcast is an introduction to the books of Philippians and Colossians. It is from a lecture I gave in Apr 2019

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Luke 22:24-71 Ambassadors

Sun, 12 May 2019 05:00:00 -0700

This is a sermon I delivered on Luke 22. The Kingdom of God has come and we are called to be ambassadors of it. It is upside-down however! Are we ready for it! (note the sound quality is a bit low for the message itself. apologies!)

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Intro to Ephesians

Sat, 11 May 2019 05:09:00 -0700

This podcast is an introduction to the book of Philippians. It is from a lecture I gave in April 2019

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Luke 22 This is My body

Fri, 10 May 2019 05:48:00 -0700

This is a sermon I delivered on Luke 22 and the Lord's supper. Many Christians and many churches place a low priority on the Lord's Supper. Yet, Scripture seems to place great importance to it. What does it mean for us? (note the sound quality is a bit low for the message itself. apologies!)

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Intro to the book of Galatians

Thu, 09 May 2019 05:06:00 -0700

This podcast is an intro to the book of Galatians. It is from a lecture I gave in Apr 2019

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Luke 21:5-38 The time of Christ's return

Wed, 08 May 2019 05:34:00 -0700

This is a sermon I delivered on Luke 21:5-38 titled "The time of Christ's return." This topic fascinates many evangelicals. What does the Scripture say about the time of Christ's return and why does this matter to us?

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Acts and the kingdom part 2

Tue, 07 May 2019 05:02:00 -0700

This is part 2 of a lecture I gave on the book of Acts and the Kingdom of God

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Intro to 2nd Corinthians

Sun, 05 May 2019 05:46:00 -0700

This podcast is an Intro to 2nd Corinthians. It is from a lecture I gave in Apr 2019

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Luke 19:28-44 Are we ready for the time of God's return?

Sat, 04 May 2019 05:26:00 -0700

This is a sermon I delivered on Luke 19:28-44 titled "are we ready for the time of Christ's return? So often Christians get enamored with prophecy and speculation about the time of Christ's return and, yet, we often fail to do the very things He commands us to do until His return. So, we ask, "are you ready?" We ask not because we know He will return soon, but because we are called to be faithful until He returns

You may wish to read my book Understanding the NT and the End Times

https://www.amazon.com/Understanding-New-Testament-Times-Second/dp/1532649479/ref=sr_1_2?crid=PA2CKA3INCA5&dchild=1&keywords=rob+dalrymple&qid=1628049433&sprefix=rob+da%2Caps%2C211&sr=8-2

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Acts and the Kingdom

Fri, 03 May 2019 05:43:00 -0700

Overview of the Kingdom of God and the book of Acts

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Luke 18:9-19:27 How to enter the Kingdom of God

Thu, 02 May 2019 05:17:00 -0700

This is a sermon I delivered on Luke 18.9-19.27 titled "how to enter the Kingdom of God"

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Luke 16:1-17:10 Lord Increase our Faith

Tue, 30 Apr 2019 05:08:00 -0700

This is a sermon I delivered on Luke 16. The Gospel challenges us deeply and the disciples begin to understand. So, they cry out "Lord increase our faith." I believe that if we truly understood the Gospel commission we too should cry out "Lord increase our faith"

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Luke 15: Parable of the Prodigal: Am I a Pharisee?

Sun, 28 Apr 2019 05:00:00 -0700

This is a sermon I delivered on Luke 15 and the Prodigal Son! This passage explains well what is the Gospel! God's lavish love for His people!

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Gospel of Luke: Intro

Sat, 27 Apr 2019 05:07:00 -0700

An introduction to the Gospel of Luke. This is a lecture I gave in Feb 2019

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Luke 14 Being invited is not enough

Fri, 26 Apr 2019 05:53:00 -0700

This is a sermon I delivered on Luke 14 titled "being invited is not enough." Jesus challenges us to live out His kingdom not for our own gain.

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Gospel of Matthew: Intro

Thu, 25 Apr 2019 05:33:00 -0700

An introduction to the gospel of Matthew. This is a lecture I gave in Feb 2019

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Luke 13:10-35 Sabbath: I will give you rest

Wed, 24 Apr 2019 05:46:00 -0700

This is a sermon I delivered on Luke 13:10-35. What does the Bible say about the Sabbath and why is it important?

Here is the link to a series of blogs I wrote on the Sabbath

https://www.patheos.com/blogs/determinetruth/category/sabbath/

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Tremper Longman Interview

Tue, 23 Apr 2019 11:01:19 -0700

In this episode, I interview the noted Old Testament and evangelical scholar Tremper Longman. Tremper and I discuss his newest book "Confronting OT Controversies: Pressing Questions about Evolution, Sexuality, History, and Violence."

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Gospel of Mark: Intro

Tue, 23 Apr 2019 05:40:00 -0700

An intro to the Gospel of Mark. This is a lecture I gave in Feb 2019.

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Luke 12:49-13:9 Love and Judgment: How does that work?

Mon, 22 Apr 2019 15:39:00 -0700

This is a sermon I delivered on Luke 12:49-13:9. The Bible is a story of love and judgment. Many Christians today want to minimize the role of judgment. How are we to understand the roles of love and judgment?

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Gospel of John Intro

Sun, 21 Apr 2019 05:08:00 -0700

This is an introduction to the Gospel of John. This is from a lecture I gave in Feb 2019

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Luke 12:1-48 Trusting in God

Sat, 20 Apr 2019 05:31:00 -0700

This is a sermon I delivered on Luke 12:1-48 titled "Trusting in God."

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Luke 11:1-13 Take the head phones out! Listening to God

Thu, 18 Apr 2019 05:50:00 -0700

This is a sermon I delivered on Luke 11.1-13 on the Lord's Prayer. Many struggle to hear God's voice. Part of the problem is that many Christians perceive of prayer solely in terms of our talking to God. This message looks at the Lord's prayer and talks about prayer and listening.

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Luke 10:38-42 Women in Light of the New Creation

Tue, 16 Apr 2019 05:26:00 -0700

This is a sermon I delivered on Luke 10 and Mary and Martha. (Note there is a short section of sound difficulties near the beginning) I address the issue of women in the Church. This might be one of the more important sermons I have presented. I argue that we must look at the role of women in the Church from a kingdom perspective. What is the role of women in the new creation? If we know the answer to this, and we believe that the new creation has already begun, then what does that mean for the role of women in the church today? For years I held a very conservative/traditional view. But my studies of Scripture and my own experiences have shown me something different.

Here are the links to Rob’s blogs on women

Women and Justice (There are 15 posts from Mar - July 2021)

https://www.patheos.com/blogs/determinetruth/2021/03/women-injustice-and-the-bible-women-injustice1-justice12/

Here are the links to an earlier series of posts on Women in the Church (5 part series Nov 2019)

https://www.patheos.com/blogs/determinetruth/2019/11/women-and-the-church-part-1/

https://www.patheos.com/blogs/determinetruth/2019/11/women-in-the-church-part-2/

https://www.patheos.com/blogs/determinetruth/2019/11/women-in-the-church-part-3/

https://www.patheos.com/blogs/determinetruth/2019/11/women-in-the-church-part-4/

https://www.patheos.com/blogs/determinetruth/2019/11/women-in-the-church-part-5/

And one more link to a stand alone article on women in ministry

https://www.patheos.com/blogs/determinetruth/2018/08/women-in-ministry4510467/

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Luke 9:22-62 The Cost of Discipleship

Sun, 14 Apr 2019 05:14:00 -0700

This is a sermon I delivered on Luke 9 titled "The Cost of Discipleship." Are we really ready to follow Jesus? Do we fully understand what He is asking?

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Luke 9:18-36 Who is this Man?

Fri, 12 Apr 2019 05:08:00 -0700

This is a sermon I delivered on Luke 9 and the question of "Who is this man?" Peter confesses Jesus as the Christ, but he clearly doesn't understand what this means! Do we?

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Mark 6, 8: You Give Them Something to Eat

Wed, 10 Apr 2019 05:02:00 -0700

This is a sermon I delivered on Mark 6 and 8). Jesus feeds the multitudes twice. Why did He do it twice? And why did He initially tell His disciples "you give them something to eat?" Did He really expect them to feed 5,000? And why did they pick up 12 and 7 baskets of leftovers? Are the numbers significant? The passages are full of interesting questions that lead to a dynamic conclusion. A conclusion that is quite meaningful for us today as well!

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Luke 9, 10, 22 Sheep Among Wolves

Fri, 05 Apr 2019 04:56:00 -0700

This is a sermon I delivered on Luke 9, 10, 22 titled "Sheep among wolves." in Luke 22 Jesus challenges His disciples with their call to the mission field by reminding them that it was pretty easy when He sent them out earlier (Luke 9, 10). But now, Jesus says, it will not be easy!!

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Luke 8:22-56 Faith in Action

Wed, 03 Apr 2019 05:51:00 -0700

This is a sermon I delivered on Luke 8 titled "Faith in Action."

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Luke 8:4-21 Parable of the Sower

Mon, 01 Apr 2019 05:44:00 -0700

This is a sermon I delivered on Luke 8 and the Parable of the Sower. I believe that this parable is one of the most vital illustrations of Jesus for understanding the NT and the life of the Church today

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Luke 7:1-8:3 Responding to Jesus

Fri, 29 Mar 2019 05:35:00 -0700

This is a sermon I delivered on Luke 7:1-8:3 on Responding to Jesus

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Luke 6:32-49 Jesus is Bad for Business

Wed, 27 Mar 2019 05:29:00 -0700

This is a sermon I delivered on Luke 6. If we follow the commands of Jesus it might well mean that our businesses are not as prosperous! But that is part of surrendering all for the sake of the Kingdom!

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Luke 6:27-31 I have to love them too?

Mon, 25 Mar 2019 05:21:00 -0700

This is a sermon I delivered on Luke 6 and Jesus' command to love your enemies. Why is it that this most popular command of Jesus is so hard? Why is it that most Christians can recite the two great commands, yet we don't do them very well? And What does it mean to actually love your enemy?

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Intro to World-views and Apologetics part 1

Sat, 23 Mar 2019 05:01:00 -0700

This is part 1 of 4 of the core seminar on World-views and Apologetics.

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Acts 10-11 I Can't Eat With Them!

Fri, 22 Mar 2019 07:09:36 -0700

This is a sermon I delivered on a series in the book of Acts. I address Acts 10-11 and Peter's hesitation to eat with Gentiles and the Jerusalem Church's anger with him for doing so. Then I address all the radical changes the early Christians faced with the new movement: they can eat with Gentiles; they can eat forbidden food; no more passover celebrations; Church is on Sunday; etc. Change is what it means to become a Christian (repentance means "to change one's mind") and what it means to be a Christian (we should be constantly changing into the likeness of Christ). Yet, most churches and many Christians resist change!

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2 Cor 9:6-15 part 2

Wed, 20 Mar 2019 05:42:00 -0700

This message is the second sermon that continues the topic of giving to the poor by looking at 2 Cor 9.

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2 Cor 9:6-15 The Scriptures and Giving

Mon, 18 Mar 2019 05:39:00 -0700

This message continues the topic of giving to the poor by looking at 2 Cor 9.

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Jesus and the Last Days part 3

Sun, 17 Mar 2019 06:04:00 -0700

This is part 3 of a seminar on Jesus and the Last Days. What does it mean for the Church today? This is one of the most important topics in the western Church today!

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Jesus and the Last Days part 2

Sun, 17 Mar 2019 05:52:00 -0700

Part 2 of the presentation on Jesus and the Last Days and what it means for us! This is the heart of the NT message for the life of the Church today

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Acts 2:12-21 The Holy Spirit in the book of Acts

Sat, 16 Mar 2019 05:41:00 -0700

This is from a sermon titled, "what are we afraid of" on the Holy Spirit in the book of Acts which I delivered in Mar 2019

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Luke 6:27-31 You are just like your father

Sat, 16 Mar 2019 05:36:00 -0700

This is a sermon on Luke in a series titled "Who is this Man?". This message covers Luke 6.27-35.

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Acts 2:42 Prayer in the book of Acts

Fri, 15 Mar 2019 08:33:00 -0700

This podcast is from a sermon I delivered in Feb 2019 on prayer in the book of Acts

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Luke 6:17-28 Don't shoot the messenger

Thu, 14 Mar 2019 05:15:00 -0700

This is a sermon on Luke in a series titled "Who is this Man?" This message addresses the poor and rich in Luke 6

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Luke 5:1-6:16 What is a disciple?

Tue, 12 Mar 2019 05:59:00 -0700

This is a sermon on Luke in a series titled "Who is this Man?". This message covers Luke 5.1-6.16

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Matt 28:16-20 Disciples or Converts

Sun, 10 Mar 2019 05:07:00 -0700

This is a sermon on Luke in a series titled "Who is this Man?". This message delves into Matt 28.16-20

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Luke 4:14-44 Good news you don't want to hear

Fri, 08 Mar 2019 05:51:00 -0700

This is a sermon on Luke in a series titled "Who is this Man?". This sermon covers Luke 4:14-44

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Luke 3:1-4:13 What if we don't need a King?

Wed, 06 Mar 2019 05:43:00 -0700

This is a sermon on Luke in a series titled "Who is this Man?". This sermon covers Luke 3:1-4:13

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Luke 2:21-52 Jesus Among others

Mon, 04 Mar 2019 05:06:00 -0700

This is a sermon on Luke in a series titled "Who is this Man?"

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Understanding our calling

Sun, 03 Mar 2019 05:53:00 -0700

This is a sermon I delivered in Jan 2018 on understanding our calling.

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Acts: the speeches in Acts Part 3

Sat, 02 Mar 2019 05:33:00 -0700

This podcast is the third sermon on the speeches in Acts. We are looking at how the Gospel needs to be delivered in changing contexts. Though the Gospel does not change our presentation must.

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Acts: The Speeches in Acts Part 2

Thu, 28 Feb 2019 05:17:00 -0700

This is a sermon I delivered in Jan 2019. The topic is Acts 17 and Paul's speech to the Athenians. I use this speech as an example on how/why we need to understand the culture when we present the Gospel. I spend much more time, however, explaining the modern culture (Millenials/Post Modernism)

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Acts: The speeches in Acts Part 1

Tue, 26 Feb 2019 05:08:00 -0700

This is a sermon I delivered in Jan 2019 on the speeches in the Acts.

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Acts 2, 4, 5 Unity of Possessions

Sun, 24 Feb 2019 05:03:00 -0700

This is a sermon I gave in Jan 2019. The topic is unity of possessions. NOTE: the audio quality is especially poor for the first 1:30. It approves after that but is still not great.

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Acts 2 Babel Reversed

Fri, 22 Feb 2019 05:53:00 -0700

This is a sermon I delivered in Jan 2019 on the events at Pentecost in Acts 2

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Sermon on the Mount an Overview

Mon, 18 Feb 2019 09:35:32 -0700

This is from a lecture I gave in which we provide an overview of the Sermon on the Mount.

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Millennials, Postmodernism, and the Church

Fri, 15 Feb 2019 09:01:16 -0700

This podcast provides an overview of history and culture in order to establish a context for understanding Post Modernism and Millenials and why and how the Church must change its approach to reaching those in our western culture.

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Biblical Interpretation part 7

Fri, 08 Feb 2019 05:38:00 -0700

Lecture 7 in a course on how to interpret the Bible. This class focuses on understanding the letters of the NT and apocalypses

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Biblical Interpretation part 6

Wed, 06 Feb 2019 05:03:00 -0700

Lecture 6 in a course on Biblical Interpretation. This class focuses on understanding Prophecy and the Gospels

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Biblical Interpretation part 5

Mon, 04 Feb 2019 05:24:00 -0700

This is the fifth lecture in a course on Biblical Interpretation. This session deals with the Law, prophecy, and poetry.

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Biblical Interpretation part 4

Fri, 01 Feb 2019 05:13:00 -0700

This is the fourth lecture on a course on how to Interpret the Bible. In this session we examine the nature of the historical writings in the Bible.

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Biblical Interpretation Part 3

Wed, 30 Jan 2019 05:43:00 -0700

This is the third lecture on a course on how to Interpret the Bible. We continue to examine the centrality of Jesus for understanding the Scriptures

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Biblical Interpretation part 2

Mon, 28 Jan 2019 05:09:00 -0700

This is the second lecture on a course on how to Interpret the Bible.

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Biblical Interpretation Part 1

Fri, 25 Jan 2019 05:14:00 -0700

This is the opening lecture on a course on how to Interpret the Bible. I apologize if the audio quality is not as good as it should be.

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Book of Daniel 10:1-12:13

Wed, 23 Jan 2019 05:24:00 -0700

This podcast is the eight lecture on the book of Daniel. This lecture covers Daniel 10-12

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Book of Daniel 9:1-27

Mon, 21 Jan 2019 05:02:00 -0700

This podcast is the seventh lecture on the book of Daniel. This lecture covers Daniel chapter 9

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Book of Daniel 8:1-27

Fri, 18 Jan 2019 05:46:00 -0700

This podcast is the sixth lecture on the book of Daniel. This lecture covers Daniel ch 8

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Book of Daniel 7:1-28

Wed, 16 Jan 2019 05:25:00 -0700

This podcast is the fifth lecture I gave on the book of Daniel. This lecture covers Daniel 7:1-28

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Intro NT religious groups

Tue, 15 Jan 2019 08:04:00 -0700

Lecture 1 part 3 of NT Survey Course I taught. This lecture addresses the religious groups that form the background for the Gospels

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Intro to the NT Kingdom of God #2

Tue, 15 Jan 2019 07:56:37 -0700

Lecture 1 part 2 of a NT Survey course I taught. This episode continues to explore the Gospel of the Kingdom and the story of the NT

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Intro NT: Kingdom of God #1

Tue, 15 Jan 2019 07:52:38 -0700

Lecture 1 part 1 in New Testament Survey Course I taught

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Book of Daniel 4:1-6:28

Mon, 14 Jan 2019 05:56:00 -0700

Today's podcast is the fourth lecture from a course I taught on the book of Daniel. This lecture covers chapters 4-6 in Daniel

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Book of Daniel 3:1-30

Fri, 11 Jan 2019 05:36:00 -0700

This is the third lecture from a course I taught on the book of Daniel in 2011

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Book of Daniel 2:1-49

Wed, 09 Jan 2019 05:56:00 -0700

This is the second lecture I gave on the book of Daniel in 2011. This lecture covers Daniel 2 and the stone!

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Book of Daniel Intro

Mon, 07 Jan 2019 08:46:00 -0700

This podcast is the first lecture from a course I taught on the book of Daniel

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Gospel of John 7:1-53

Fri, 28 Dec 2018 12:00:00 -0700

This episode explores John 7 and Jesus' declaration during the Feast of Tabernacles that, through the Spirit, He is the source of living water!

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Gospel of John 6:1-71

Sat, 22 Dec 2018 12:00:00 -0700

This episode exams John 6 and Jesus' declaration that He is the bread of life

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Gospel of John 5:1-47

Thu, 20 Dec 2018 05:49:00 -0700

Jesus heals a man on the Sabbath and then explains that He is the Lord of the Sabbath

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Gospel of John 4:1-54

Mon, 17 Dec 2018 05:40:00 -0700

Jesus meets a Samaritan woman at a well and explains to her that He is the temple presence of God and that the source of living water--the Spirit--comes from Him!

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Understanding the End Times part 5

Sun, 16 Dec 2018 13:00:48 -0700

This set of podcasts is from a lecture series I gave at Vanguard Univ on eschatology. I address: What does the Bible say about the end-times? Why does it matter? In this series of podcasts I will argue that understanding what the Bible says about Eschatology (the study of the end-times) is foundational for understanding the message of the New Testament, the mission of the Church, and Christian living (ethics). This episode addresses the question of war and the battle of Armageddon.

https://www.amazon.com/Understanding-New-Testament-Times-Second/dp/1532649479/ref=sr_1_2?crid=PA2CKA3INCA5&dchild=1&keywords=rob+dalrymple&qid=1628049433&sprefix=rob+da%2Caps%2C211&sr=8-2

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Understanding the End Times Part 4

Sat, 15 Dec 2018 13:00:24 -0700

For more information see my book Understanding the New Testament and the End Times

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Understanding the End Times Part 3

Fri, 14 Dec 2018 13:00:11 -0700

This set of podcasts is from a lecture series I gave at Vanguard Univ on eschatology. I address: What does the Bible say about the end-times? Why does it matter? In this series of podcasts I will argue that understanding what the Bible says about Eschatology (the study of the end-times) is foundational for understanding the message of the New Testament, the mission of the Church, and Christian living (ethics). This podcast address the complex relationship between the arrival of the Kingdom of God and the continued presence of the Kingdom of the world

For more information see my book Understanding the New Testament and the End Times

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Understanding the End Times part 2

Thu, 13 Dec 2018 13:00:24 -0700

This set of podcasts is from a lecture series I gave at Vanguard Univ on eschatology. I address: What does the Bible say about the end-times? Why does it matter? In this series of podcasts I will argue that understanding what the Bible says about Eschatology (the study of the end-times) is foundational for understanding the message of the New Testament, the mission of the Church, and Christian living (ethics) In this podcast I address the coming of the end-times Temple and what it means for understanding the NT and the coming of the end

For more information see my book Understanding the New Testament and the End Times

https://www.amazon.com/Understanding-New-Testament-Times-Second/dp/1532649479/ref=sr_1_2?crid=PA2CKA3INCA5&dchild=1&keywords=rob+dalrymple&qid=1628049433&sprefix=rob+da%2Caps%2C211&sr=8-2

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Gospel of John 3:1-36 Jesus & Nicodemus

Thu, 13 Dec 2018 05:49:00 -0700

This podcast discusses Jesus' encounter with Nicodemus and Jesus' declaration that one must be born of water and Spirit

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Understanding the End-Times Part 1

Wed, 12 Dec 2018 11:11:34 -0700

This podcast is from a lecture series I gave at Vanguard Univ on eschatology. I address: What does the Bible say about the end-times? Why does it matter? In this podcast I will argue that understanding what the Bible says about Eschatology (the study of the end-times) is foundational for understanding the message of the New Testament, the mission of the Church, and Christian living (ethics). This first podcast sets forth the reason why we should view the entire NT through the lens of eschatology

For more information see my book Understanding the New Testament and the end times; https://www.amazon.com/Understanding-New-Testament-Times-Second/dp/1532649479/ref=sr_1_2?crid=2Y80C197O8F9W&dchild=1&keywords=rob+dalrymple&qid=1628048987&sprefix=Rob+Dalr%2Caps%2C208&sr=8-2

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Gospel of John 2:1-25 Jesus is the True Temple

Mon, 10 Dec 2018 05:57:00 -0700

This podcast discusses Jesus' miracle at the wedding in Cana and His declaration that He is the Temple of God

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Gospel of John 1:1-51

Fri, 07 Dec 2018 03:36:00 -0700

Today's podcast examines John chapter 1. Jesus as the eternal word; His mission of making the Father known; baptism by John; and the call of the first disciples

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Gospel of John Intro

Thu, 06 Dec 2018 08:35:54 -0700

The podcast begins a series on the Gospel of John. Today we look at the background of John and some insights that will help us understand the Gospel of John better

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Jace Broadhurst Interview

Mon, 03 Dec 2018 05:15:00 -0700

Interview with pastor Jace Broadhurst. Jace shares his experience in ministry: both the highs and the lows. He recounts his struggle with his faith and ministry as a result of the passing of his wife.

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Gary Burge & Israel-Palestine

Fri, 30 Nov 2018 06:00:00 -0700

In this second interview with Gary Burge, Rob and Gary discuss Christianity in the Middle East and Gary's involvement with regard to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict

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Gary Burge & Gospel of John

Thu, 29 Nov 2018 13:54:37 -0700

Rob interviews New Testament scholar Gary Burge. Gary is one of the leading experts in the world on the Gospel of John. This interview will help address key aspects of the Gospel of John.

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Gospel of Mark 15:1-16:8

Mon, 15 Oct 2018 19:34:17 -0700

Continues our series of podcasts exploring the Gospel of Mark by examining Mark 15-16 and the Cross and empty tomb

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Gospel of Mark 14:1-72

Mon, 15 Oct 2018 19:24:00 -0700

Continues our series of podcasts exploring the Gospel of Mark by examining Mark 14

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Gospel of Mark 13:1-37

Mon, 15 Oct 2018 19:11:54 -0700

Continues our series of podcasts exploring the Gospel of Mark by examining the "end-times" discourse of Jesus in Mark 13

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Gospel of Mark 12:1-44

Mon, 15 Oct 2018 19:01:50 -0700

Continues our series of podcasts exploring the Gospel of Mark by examining Mark 12

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Gospel of Mark 11:12-33

Mon, 15 Oct 2018 18:55:44 -0700

Continues our series of podcasts exploring the Gospel of Mark by examining Mark 11:12-33 and Jesus in Jerusalem and the Temple

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Gospel of Mark 11:1-11

Mon, 15 Oct 2018 18:47:10 -0700

Continues our series of podcasts exploring the Gospel of Mark by examining Mark 11 and Jesus' entrance into Jerusalem

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Gospel of Mark 10:1-52

Mon, 15 Oct 2018 18:38:34 -0700

Continues our series of podcasts exploring the Gospel of Mark by examining Mark 10

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Gospel of Mark 9:1-50

Mon, 15 Oct 2018 18:28:22 -0700

Continues our series of podcasts exploring the Gospel of Mark by examining Mark 9 and the Transfiguration and Jesus' declarations of His impending suffering in Jerusalem

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Gospel of Mark 8:22-38

Mon, 15 Oct 2018 18:19:09 -0700

Continues our series of podcasts exploring the Gospel of Mark by examining Mark 8 and Jesus identification of Himself as the Christ and the call of discipleship

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Gospel of Mark 6:33-8:26

Mon, 15 Oct 2018 18:10:00 -0700

Continues our series of podcasts exploring the Gospel of Mark by examining the two feedings in Mark 6-8. Why are there two feedings? Why do they pick up leftovers? Why were there 12 and 7 baskets of leftovers?

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Gospel of Mark 6:7-32

Mon, 15 Oct 2018 17:56:02 -0700

Continues our series of podcasts exploring the Gospel of Mark by examining Mark 6:7-32 and the call of the disciples

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Gospel of Mark 4:35-6:6

Mon, 15 Oct 2018 17:25:31 -0700

Continues our series of podcasts exploring the Gospel of Mark by examining Mark 4:35-6:6. For the first time we will note Mark's use of 'sandwiching'

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Gospel of Mark 4:1-34

Mon, 15 Oct 2018 17:16:25 -0700

Continues our series of podcasts exploring the Gospel of Mark by examining the Parable of the Sower. This may be one of the most significant passages for understanding Jesus and the Church today

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Gospel of Mark 3:7-35

Mon, 15 Oct 2018 14:21:28 -0700

Continues our series of podcasts exploring the Gospel of Mark by examining Mark 3:7-35

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Gospel of Mark 2:1-3:6

Mon, 15 Oct 2018 14:15:52 -0700

Continues our series of podcasts exploring the Gospel of Mark by examining Mark 2:1-3:6 and Jesus' clash with the religious leaders

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Gospel of Mark 1:12-45

Mon, 15 Oct 2018 14:10:20 -0700

Continues our series of podcasts exploring the Gospel of Mark by examining Mark 1:12-45

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Gospel of Mark 1:1-11

Mon, 15 Oct 2018 14:03:14 -0700

First in a series of podcasts exploring the Gospel of Mark!

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The Second Coming of Christ in Scripture

Mon, 15 Oct 2018 13:59:02 -0700

This podcast looks at the questions pertaining to the second coming of Christ. Will there be signs that indicate the nearness of Christ's return? What does the New Testament say to the church about the return of Christ?

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What about the Rapture?

Fri, 12 Oct 2018 14:12:15 -0700

This episode addresses the popular conception of the Rapture. What does the Scripture say (We will examine 1 Thess 4 and Matt 24). We will also not some of the dangers of this theology

For more information see my book Understanding the New Testament and the end times https://www.amazon.com/Understanding-New-Testament-Times-Second/dp/1532649479/ref=sr_1_2?crid=2Y80C197O8F9W&dchild=1&keywords=rob+dalrymple&qid=1628048987&sprefix=Rob+Dalr%2Caps%2C208&sr=8-2

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Symbolism & Imagery in Revelation

Fri, 12 Oct 2018 13:15:21 -0700

Continues our study of the book of Revelation by looking at the imagery and symbolism of the book of Revelation and asking how to discern what it means.

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Understanding Revelation #24 Conclusion

Fri, 12 Oct 2018 13:00:26 -0700

Continues our study of the book of Revelation by asking what is the purpose of Revelation and what does it mean for the people of God today?

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Understanding Revelation #23 Rev 22:6-21

Fri, 12 Oct 2018 12:41:10 -0700

Continues our study of the book of Revelation by looking at the epilogue of Rev 22:6-21

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Understanding Revelation #22 Rev 21:9-22:5

Fri, 12 Oct 2018 12:35:13 -0700

Continues our study of the book of Revelation by examining the account of the New Jerusalem in Rev 21:9-22:5

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Understanding Revelation #21 Rev 21:1-8

Fri, 12 Oct 2018 12:30:45 -0700

Continues our study of the book of Revelation by looking at the New Heavens and New Earth in Rev 21:1-8

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Understanding Revelation #20 Rev 20:1-15

Fri, 12 Oct 2018 12:24:50 -0700

Continues our study of the book of Revelation by examining the binding of Satan, the 1000 years, the War, and the Great White Throne judgment

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Understanding Revelation #19 Rev 19:1-21

Fri, 12 Oct 2018 12:21:05 -0700

Continues our study of the book of Revelation by examining the account of the Marriage Supper of the Lamb and the coming of Christ on a white Horse

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Understanding Revelation #18 Rev 18:1-24

Fri, 12 Oct 2018 12:14:55 -0700

Continues our study of the book of Revelation by examining the account of the Fall of the Harlot Babylon in Rev 18:1-24

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Understanding Revelation #17 Rev 17:1-18

Fri, 12 Oct 2018 12:04:27 -0700

Continues our study of the book of Revelation by examining the Harlot Babylon of Rev 17

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Understanding Revelation #16 Rev 16:1-17

Fri, 12 Oct 2018 11:59:34 -0700

Continues our study of the book of Revelation by examining the account of the seven bowls in Rev 16:1-17

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Understanding Revelation #15 Rev 15:1-8

Fri, 12 Oct 2018 11:53:40 -0700

Continues our study of the book of Revelation by examining the vision of those who were victorious over the Beast and the appearing of the seven angels with the seven last plagues

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Understanding Revelation #14 Rev 14:1-20

Mon, 08 Oct 2018 15:42:48 -0700

Continues our study of the book of Revelation by examining the account of the Lamb and the 144,000 standing on Mt Zion, the three angels, and the two harvests in Rev 14:1-20

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Understanding Revelation #13 Rev 13:11-18

Mon, 08 Oct 2018 15:34:04 -0700

Continues our study of the book of Revelation by examining the account of the Second Beast (the False Prophet) in Rev 13:11-18

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Understanding Revelation #12 Rev 13:1-10

Mon, 08 Oct 2018 15:26:16 -0700

Continues our study of the book of Revelation by examining the First Beast of Rev 13:1-10

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Understanding Revelation #11 Rev 12:1-17

Mon, 08 Oct 2018 15:19:56 -0700

Continues our study of the book of Revelation by examining the account of the Woman and the Dragon in Rev 12

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Understanding Revelation #10 Rev 11:1-19

Mon, 08 Oct 2018 13:16:26 -0700

Continues our study of the book of Revelation by examining the Two Witnesses of Revelation 11 and the 7th Trumpet

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Understanding Revelation #9 Rev 10:1-11

Mon, 08 Oct 2018 13:10:12 -0700

Continues our study of the book of Revelation by examining the Angel with the scroll of Rev 10:1-11

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Understanding Revelation #8 Rev 8:1-9:21

Mon, 08 Oct 2018 13:04:49 -0700

Continues our study of the book of Revelation by examining the first six of the Seven Trumpets of Rev 8:1-9:21

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Understanding Revelation #7 Rev 7:1-18

Mon, 08 Oct 2018 12:58:38 -0700

Continues our study of the book of Revelation by examining the 144,000 and the Great Multitude of Rev 7:1-18

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Understanding Revelation #6 Rev 6:1-17

Mon, 08 Oct 2018 12:53:23 -0700

Continues our study of the book of Revelation by examining the first 6 seals of Rev 6:1-17

After listening you may wish to read my posts on Rev 6 and the Pandemic

https://www.patheos.com/blogs/determinetruth/2020/04/the-book-of-revelation-and-the-3rd-seal-covid-19-revisited/

https://www.patheos.com/blogs/determinetruth/2020/03/are-the-seven-seals-of-the-book-of-revelation-unfolding-today/

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Understanding Revelation #5 Rev 5:1-14

Mon, 08 Oct 2018 12:47:31 -0700

Continues our study of the book of Revelation by examining the vision of the Lamb before the Throne in Rev 5

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Understanding Revelation #4 Rev 4:1-11

Mon, 08 Oct 2018 12:23:56 -0700

Continues our study of the book of Revelation by examining the vision of God on the Throne in Rev 4:1-11

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Understanding Revelation #3 Rev 2:1-3:20

Mon, 08 Oct 2018 12:12:59 -0700

The episode continues our study of the book of Revelation by examining the seven letters of chapters 2-3

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Understanding Revelation #2: Rev 1:4-20

Mon, 08 Oct 2018 11:38:01 -0700

This episode continues our study of the book of Revelation by surveying chapters 1:4-20.

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Understanding Revelation; Rev 1:1-3

Mon, 08 Oct 2018 10:43:46 -0700

Episode 1 of our study of the book of Revelation. This study provides an overview of Rev 1:1-3 and an introduction to understanding the book of Revelation

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