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In this episode Matt Gilleskie and Brandon Ayscue talk with Michael Morales about his extensive work on biblical commentaries, particularly on the book of Numbers and his upcoming project on Deuteronomy. The conversation delves into the challenges and joys of writing a commentary, the influence of mentor Gordon Wenham, and the relationship between rigorous scholarship and serving the church. Dr. Morales shares insights on the importance of artistic approaches to biblical interpretation, the theological significance of Deuteronomy, and trends in theological interpretation within the church. The episode also offers practical advice for pastors on teaching the Pentateuch and preaching Christ from the Old Testament, emphasizing the goodness of God as a central theme.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Dr. Michael Morales
01:52 The Journey of Writing a Commentary
03:32 Remembering Gordon Wenham: A Scholar's Influence
06:37 The Intersection of Scholarship and the Church
09:25 Artistic Approaches to Biblical Interpretation
15:23 Exploring the Soul of Deuteronomy
19:20 The Rise of Theological Interpretation
23:28 Teaching and Preaching the Pentateuch
29:03 Preaching Christ from the Old Testament
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In this episode Matt Gilleskie and Brandon Ayscue talk with Michael Morales about his extensive work on biblical commentaries, particularly on the book of Numbers and his upcoming project on Deuteronomy. The conversation delves into the challenges and joys of writing a commentary, the influence of mentor Gordon Wenham, and the relationship between rigorous scholarship and serving the church. Dr. Morales shares insights on the importance of artistic approaches to biblical interpretation, the theological significance of Deuteronomy, and trends in theological interpretation within the church. The episode also offers practical advice for pastors on teaching the Pentateuch and preaching Christ from the Old Testament, emphasizing the goodness of God as a central theme.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Dr. Michael Morales
01:52 The Journey of Writing a Commentary
03:32 Remembering Gordon Wenham: A Scholar's Influence
06:37 The Intersection of Scholarship and the Church
09:25 Artistic Approaches to Biblical Interpretation
15:23 Exploring the Soul of Deuteronomy
19:20 The Rise of Theological Interpretation
23:28 Teaching and Preaching the Pentateuch
29:03 Preaching Christ from the Old Testament

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