How We Got the Pentateuch (The Law of Moses)

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How We Got the Pentateuch (The Law of Moses)

Episode 188

January 21, 2025 • AJ Sanchez, Jeff Reed, Mike James

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Many "experts" claim that the Hebrews were illiterate until the 7th, 6th, or even 5th century BC, suggesting that everything in the Bible up to that point was merely based on campfire stories and legends. In this program, guest AJ Sanchez explains why this view is incorrect.

Anthropomorphism in Scripture

January 14, 2025 • Olivia Doyle, Mike James, Jeff Reed

Anthropomorphism refers to attributing human characteristics to non-human entities, such as God, animals, or objects, and has been used in various religious contexts to make abstract concepts more relatable. While some biblical passages suggest God exhibits human-like traits, such as love and parenting, others caution against overly humanizing God, urging that He transcends human form and understanding. The idea has sparked theological debate, with early Christian thinkers and philosophers offering both support and criticism, ultimately leading to a tension between the desire to understand God through familiar human concepts and the recognition of His divine and ineffable nature. Learn more on this week's program.

Seeing God More Clearly Through the Lens of Time and Culture

January 7, 2025 • Robert Bates, Jeff Reed, Mike James

In this episode with guest Robert Bates, we explore how understanding the historical and cultural context of the Bible—particularly through the original Hebrew language—can deepen our comprehension of God's nature and actions. By examining the nuances of ancient Hebrew terms and concepts, we uncover layers of meaning often lost in translation.

Christian Eschatology

December 31, 2024 • Blake Silverstein, Jeff Reed, Mike James

In this week's program, we delve into Christian Eschatology, exploring the theological concepts surrounding the end times as understood within the Christian faith. With guests Blake Silverstein and Skip Martin, we will examine the various viewpoints on understanding prophetic fulfillment.