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Andrew Ollerton’s Holy Plot Twists
Host Steve Cuss speaks with theologian Dr. Andrew Ollerton about his book God's Book: An Honest Look at the Bible's Seven Toughest Topics. They discuss the importance of honestly engaging with difficult biblical passages rather than avoiding them, and how wrestling with tough questions can deepen faith. Andrew shares his own intellectual and emotional struggles, including reconciling science with Genesis and coping with loss. They also explore the role of community, spiritual practices, and humility in staying connected to God.
Episode Resources:
Andrew Ollerson’s God’s Book: An Honest Look at the Bible’s 7 Toughest Topics
More about Bear Grylls
Scripture Referenced:
Genesis 3 (ESV)
Matthew 1:1–17 (ESV)
Genesis 1–2 (ESV)
Joshua 6 (ESV)
The Book of Job (ESV)
Genesis 28:10–22 (ESV)
2 Kings 6:8–23 (ESV)
Luke 24:13–35 (ESV)
Numbers 22:21–35 (ESV)
Numbers 13–14 (ESV)
Joshua 14:6–15 (ESV)
More From Dr. Andrew Ollerton:
Andrew Ollerton’s website
Learn more about Andrew Ollerton
Andrew’s eight-session course: The Bible Course
Andrew’s The Family Bible Course
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Host Steve Cuss speaks with theologian Dr. Andrew Ollerton about his book God's Book: An Honest Look at the Bible's Seven Toughest Topics. They discuss the importance of honestly engaging with difficult biblical passages rather than avoiding them, and how wrestling with tough questions can deepen faith. Andrew shares his own intellectual and emotional struggles, including reconciling science with Genesis and coping with loss. They also explore the role of community, spiritual practices, and humility in staying connected to God.
Episode Resources:
Andrew Ollerson’s God’s Book: An Honest Look at the Bible’s 7 Toughest Topics
More about Bear Grylls
Scripture Referenced:
Genesis 3 (ESV)
Matthew 1:1–17 (ESV)
Genesis 1–2 (ESV)
Joshua 6 (ESV)
The Book of Job (ESV)
Genesis 28:10–22 (ESV)
2 Kings 6:8–23 (ESV)
Luke 24:13–35 (ESV)
Numbers 22:21–35 (ESV)
Numbers 13–14 (ESV)
Joshua 14:6–15 (ESV)
More From Dr. Andrew Ollerton:
Andrew Ollerton’s website
Learn more about Andrew Ollerton
Andrew’s eight-session course: The Bible Course
Andrew’s The Family Bible Course
Sign up for Steve’s Newsletter & Podcast Reminders
Capable Life Newsletter
Get the Assets & Liabilities pdf and the Life Giving List
Join Steve at an Upcoming Intensive
Capable Life Intensives
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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