Bible and Theology Matters: Insightful Conversations with Bible Scholars

In this episode of the Bible and Theology Matters podcast, Dr. Robert Bowman discusses the beliefs of Jehovah's Witnesses, Mormons, and Oneness Pentecostals regarding Jesus Christ. He critiques their theological positions, emphasizing and emphasizes the orthodox teaching of Scripture regarding the person and work of Christ. The conversation also highlights the need for Christians to engage thoughtfully with these groups and to be well-versed in their own beliefs to effectively communicate the truth of the Gospel.

What do the Muslims, Unitarians, Progressive Christians, and skeptics believe about Jesus Christ and Christianity? How are we to respond to these critics? Dr. Bowman will answer these questions on this edition of the Bible and Theology Matters podcast.

In this episode, Dr. Rob Bowman delves into the criticisms of Christ from various groups, including skeptics, Muslims, progressive Christians, and Unitarians. They explore the beliefs of each group, the historical evidence supporting the deity of Christ, and how Christians can respond to these criticisms. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding the arguments of the critics and responding to them, particularly as it relates to the resurrection and the divine nature of Jesus.

Dr. Weaver records a podcast while in Egypt discussing three amazing archaeology discoveries made in Egypt. These include the Merneptah Stele, the Shishak Relief, and Papyrus 52 also known as the John Rylands Fragment.

What do we know for certain about the Apostle Paul, and how are we to interpret the Pauline Epistles? In this episode, Dr. Weaver provides an introduction to the Apostle Paul, discusses the occasion of the Pauline Epistles, and situates the Epistles in the order and sequence in which they were written. Watch or listen as Dr. Weaver explains the progress of revelation as it unfolded.

To download the PowerPoint and Class Notes that Dr. Weaver used in this presentation follow this link: https://pauldweaver.com/articles

Dr. Bowman returns to the Bible and Theology Matters podcast to continue our discussion about the Deity of Christ. He provides a helpful acronym - HANDS - to be reminded of areas to highlight in conversations with skeptics or seekers.

H - Honor
A - Attributes
N - Names
D - Deeds
S - Seated 

Dr. Bowman is the president of the Institute for Religious Research. He is also the author or co-author of fifteen books and numerous other published works on apologetics, Christology, the Trinity, and various religious movements. Dr. Bowman earned an M.A. from Fuller Theological Seminary and a Ph.D., from South Africa Theological Seminary. He has lectured at Biola University, Cornerstone University, Luther Rice University, and New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary.

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Did Jesus ever claim to be God? Isn’t the Deity of Christ a later theological development? My guest, Dr. Robert Bowman will answer these questions and more on this edition of the Bible and Theology Matter podcast.

Dr. Bowman is the president of the Institute for Religious Research. He is also the author or co-author of fifteen books and numerous other published works on apologetics, Christology, the Trinity, and various religious movements. Dr. Bowman earned an M.A. from Fuller Theological Seminary and a Ph.D., from South Africa Theological Seminary. He has lectured at Biola University, Cornerstone University, Luther Rice University, and New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary.

Who is the Jesus of History? Who is the Jesus of the Gospels? And, are they one in the same? Dr. Andreas Köstenberger returns to the Bible and Theology Matters podcast to continue our discussion about these issues and more.

Dr. Andreas J. Köstenberger is the founder of Biblical Foundations. He is the Theologian in Residence and Director of the Equipping Center at Fellowship Raleigh Church. He is a certified Christian leadership coach (CCLC), and he has authored, edited, and translated over sixty books on a variety of biblical topics. Dr. Köstenberger has also served on the faculty of Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary and Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. Dr. Kostenberger and his wife Marny live in Wake Forest, North Carolina and have four adult children and two grandchildren. He is the author of "The Jesus of the Gospels" and an abridged version, that has recently been released, "Introducing Jesus: The Fourfold Gospel." The contents of these books are the subject matter of this program.

Who is the Jesus of History? Who is the Jesus of the Gospels? And, are they one in the same? Dr. Andreas Köstenberger will answer these questions and more. Dr. Andreas J. Köstenberger is the founder of Biblical Foundations. He is the Theologian in Residence and Director of the Equipping Center at Fellowship Raleigh Church. He is a certified Christian leadership coach (CCLC), and he has authored, edited, and translated over sixty books on a variety of biblical topics. Dr. Köstenberger has also served on the faculty of Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary and Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. Dr. Kostenberger and his wife Marny live in Wake Forest, North Carolina and have four adult children and two grandchildren. He is the author of "The Jesus of the Gospels" and an abridged version, that has recently been released, "Introducing Jesus: The Fourfold Gospel." The contents of these books are the subject matter of this program. On the Bible and Theology Matters podcast, we discuss all things Bible and Theology, because it matters! What you believe determines how you behave.

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

Is Dispensationalism just an innovative idea from the mind of John Nelson Darby? Dr. James Fazio returns to the Bible and Theology Matters podcast to answer that question and more. 

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