The GoodCast

Episode 23 - Pete Enns - How the Bible Actually Works


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Peter Enns (Ph.D. Harvard University) is Abram S. Clemens professor of Biblical Studies at Eastern University. He has taught undergraduate, seminary, and doctoral courses at numerous other schools, including Princeton Theological Seminary, Harvard Divinity School, and Temple University. His books include Inspiration and Incarnation, The Bible Tells Me So, and The Evolution of Adam. His most recent book is called How the Bible Actually Works, which is the topic of our chat today

Show Notes - The Big Ideas

  • How did Pete end up doing what he's doing?
  • The Bible is Ancient
  • The Bible is Diverse
  • The Bible is Ambiguous... Pardon me? 
  • Whats the deal with Wisdom
  • So how should we read it?
  • How should we teach others to read it?
  • Common misconceptions when coming to scripture
  • Bringing us to the text


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