On the Way with Max Botner: A Podcast of the Center for Bible Study

Dr. Justin Jeffcoat Schedtler discusses royal ideologies in the book of Revelation. He explains the background of his research and how he became interested in biblical studies. The conversation then delves into the importance of chapters 4 and 5 in Revelation, which depict the heavenly throne room visions and the slain lamb taking his seat. The concept of divine election and throne sharing is explored, highlighting the significance of Jesus being chosen by God. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the ideology of victory and the presence of violent imagery in Revelation. The conversation explores the themes of suffering as victory, violent imagery in Revelation, and the concept of benefaction in the ancient world. It also discusses how Revelation can be interpreted in a contemporary context.

In this episode, Rev. Dr. Esau McCauley discusses his book 'How Far to the Promised Land: One Black Family's Story of Hope and Survival in the American South.' He shares how his childhood interest in the Bible and the influence of the civil rights movement shaped his desire to study scripture. Dr. McCauley also talks about the importance of telling a complex narrative that acknowledges both systemic racism and black agency. He emphasizes the need for Christians to hunger and thirst for righteousness and pursue justice for their neighbors. The conversation highlights the challenges of pursuing the right thing when it conflicts with societal expectations. McCaulley also discusses the risks and challenges he faced in writing his book 'Reading While Black' and the importance of integrity and truth-telling. He also explores the failure of discipleship in Christian development and the surprising reactions to Tim Keller's stance on racism. McCaulley emphasizes the long-term work of discipleship and church transformation, as well as the need to embrace and love ourselves as image bearers of God. He discusses the journey of self-discovery and honesty, and the role of repentance and reconciliation in addressing the traumas inflicted by individuals and nations. Ultimately, McCaulley calls for a commitment to long-term repentance and restoration.

Dive into the riveting world of the early church as we confront the movement from Scripture to the establishment of the doctrines of Christianity. In this episode, we embark on an intellectual odyssey led by Dr. Frances M. Young, whose decades of meticulous biblical and patristic research culminate in a groundbreaking exploration. Dr. Young skillfully situates the biblical hermeneutics of early Christians within the vibrant tapestry of Greco-Roman learning, all without succumbing to the pitfalls of historical relativism. Through her insightful analysis, she challenges our modern assumptions, suggesting that the perceived gap between Scripture and doctrine may be more a product of contemporary paradigms than a reflection of ancient reality. Unveiling the concurrent emergence of the scriptural canon and the rule of faith in the early Church, Dr. Young presents a compelling argument that both were received as apostolic truths. Join us as we journey through the corridors of intellectual history, unraveling the origins of Christian doctrine and shedding light on the intricate interplay between Scripture and tradition.#bible #scripture #theology #doctrine #heretics #ruleoffaith #christianity #christian #earlychurch #god #creator #creation #irenaeus #marcion #creed #creeds #confession #confessions #francesyoung #religion #patristictheology #churchfathers #exegesis #church #biblestudy

Dr. Frances M. Young is emerita professor of theology at the University of Birmingham and a fellow of the British Academy. She is widely recognized as one of the world's leading experts on patristic theology.

Chapter Breakdown👇0:58 - Intro3:50 - Dr. Young's journey to becoming a theologian 6:50 - The development of doctrine11:20 - Evolutionary models of development15:20 - Heresy 18:50 - The rule of faith23:25 - The creator God and the good creation34:40 - Irenaeus and the Christian story42:52 - The purpose of the creeds48:20 - Patristic exegesis 57:26 - St. AugustineGet your copy of Scripture, the Genesis of Doctrine 👉 https://www.amazon.com/Scripture-Genesis-Doctrine-Early-Christianity/dp/0802882986/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1KG0YQHEGITCE&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.LIZX2GqbGp-Eg1dhEDwyvGPk0xCEKGSQ_KAXvbQEVJeJWn8d5fwDBipXe-J037OkJDEx0QKudTgc97lV717hRt2JUZjYzbzfQkODaX7aaXePO33Yapamvm7W2nbTdQ3cu6eM-x_jK6zVliMq9kcl77sq5pZlJk_eOwMpWf1OOE_0fGamWx72xp8jOZxAUu9YdqlCwXagcBW6D31rTl0AXMX9Ner5y-CDPgfqJ8kx4Uc.e4RmOhP_07PyvA9vPVCJTa37rprYUafzjYzE41zwkzs&dib_tag=se&keywords=frances+young&qid=1711333351&sprefix=frances+youn%2Caps%2C158&sr=8-1Become a member of the Center for Bible Study! 👉https://the-center-for-bible-study.teachable.com/p/the-center-for-bible-study-membershipJoin the Facebook Center for Bible Study Group for ongoing conversation about the Bible, live Q&A sessions, and great community. 👉 https://www.facebook.com/groups/908391187019803Follow Dr. Botner on social mediaFacebook page: 👉 https://www.facebook.com/MABotner/ Twitter: 👉 https://twitter.com/maxbotner/ TikTok: 👉 https://www.instagram.com/drmaxbotner/ Instagram: 👉 https://www.instagram.com/drmaxbotner/

Dr. Botner sits down with Joanne Hagemeyer ( @GraceandPeaceJoanne  ) to discuss her incredible work on Women in the Bible. She discusses the importance of paying careful attention to the stories of women in the Bible, how to read with sensitivity the complex dynamics in biblical narrative, and how to approach texts that describe injustice and sexual violence against women. She shows that the key to reading these texts well is both a careful reading of the biblical text (with the arch of redemptive history) and a sensitive ear to the stories and experiences of women. Joanne Guarnieri Hagemeyer, retired Teaching Leader and Area Advisor with Bible Study Fellowship, now teaches at Grace and Peace Joanne, LLC and serves on the pastoral and pulpit teaching teams of her church. She is both a member of the Board of Directors for Lay Counselor Institute, and for the Biblical Archaeology Forum. She has participated in two archaeological excavations, at Tel Kabri and Tel Akko, Israel and has joined the study team for the Akko Excavation.Joanne has written two books: Love Feast (January, 2020) and Broken, Searching, Trusted, Powerful (July, 2020). She earned her MATS from Portland Seminary and is currently in a PhD program at Faulkner University. She lives in Maryland with her husband, enjoying canoeing, singing, traveling, and visiting their three grown children.Website: www.graceandpeacejoanne.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmgaep9yGNBwvhGsdlV1vMAPodcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2206985“Broken, Searching, Trusted, Powerful” link: https://smile.amazon.com/dp/1725277700/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_IBA2Fb9GKBK21Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GraceAndPeaceJoanne/ Chapter Breakdown👇0:00 - Intro5:10 - Personal Narrative 9:20 - Women in Ministry and Leadership11:20 - Scholarship on Women in the Early Church14:30 - Forgotten Stories of Women in the Bible23:55 - Debates about Women in Pastoral Ministry35:00 - Violence against Women in the Bible41:05 - Challenging Popular Assumptions47:15 - More ResourcesBecome a member of the Center for Bible Study! 👉https://the-center-for-bible-study.teachable.com/p/the-center-for-bible-study-membershipJoin the Facebook Center for Bible Study Group for ongoing conversation about the Bible, live Q&A sessions, and great community. 👉 https://www.facebook.com/groups/908391187019803Follow Dr. Botner on social mediaFacebook page: 👉 https://www.facebook.com/MABotner/ Twitter: 👉 https://twitter.com/maxbotner/ TikTok: 👉 https://www.instagram.com/drmaxbotner/ Instagram: 👉 https://www.instagram.com/drmaxbotner/

Become a member of the Center for Bible Study! 👉https://the-center-for-bible-study.teachable.com/p/the-center-for-bible-study-membershipDr. Sandra Glahn discusses her book 'Nobody's Mother', which covers the goddess Artemis of Ephesus and her relevance for interpreting the New Testament. She shares her personal journey and exploration of women's roles, highlighting the importance of personal narrative in scholarship. Dr. Glahn explains different interpretations of Paul's language about women and presents her own approach to interpreting Paul's writings. She delves into the significance of Artemis of Ephesus for New Testament interpretation, discussing the cultural context and the role of female priestesses. Finally, she examines Paul's instructions to women in the church, particularly regarding modesty and attire. In this conversation, Dr. Glahn discusses the interpretation of 1 Timothy 2:12-15 and the meaning of 'saved through childbearing.' She also talks about her other books, 'Vindicating the Vixens' and 'Sanctified Sexuality.' The conversation highlights the importance of collaborative scholarship and the need to include women's stories in the biblical narrative.Takeaways- Personal narrative plays a significant role in scholarship and can provide valuable insights into interpreting biblical texts.- Understanding the cultural context of Artemis worship in Ephesus is crucial for interpreting Paul's writings on women's roles.- Paul's language about women should be interpreted in light of his overall view of gender equality and his specific pastoral concerns.- Paul's instructions on modesty and attire should be understood in the context of addressing conflicts and divisions within the early Christian community. The interpretation of 1 Timothy 2:12-15 is a topic of debate, with different views on the meaning of 'teach' and 'have authority.'- The phrase 'saved through childbearing' in 1 Timothy 2:15 is often misunderstood and requires careful examination of the context and language.Dr. Glahn's books 👉 https://www.amazon.com/stores/Sandra-Glahn/author/B000APTI6C?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=trueJoin the Facebook Center for Bible Study Group 👉 https://www.facebook.com/groups/908391187019803Follow Dr. Botner on social mediaFacebook page: 👉 https://www.facebook.com/MABotner/ Twitter: 👉 https://twitter.com/maxbotner/ TikTok: 👉 https://www.instagram.com/drmaxbotner/ Instagram: 👉 https://www.instagram.com/drmaxbotner/

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Join the Facebook Center for Bible Study Group for ongoing conversation about the Bible, live Q&A sessions, and great community. 👉https://www.facebook.com/groups/908391187019803SummaryDr. Reuben Bühner discusses his research on messianism in his book Messianic High Christology. He argues that the New Testament authors' understanding of Jesus' divinity fits within the broader contours of Jewish messianism. He distinguishes his approach from other scholars who focus on specific criteria for high Christology. He explores the use of texts like the Philippians hymn and Psalm 110 in the New Testament, highlighting their connection to Second Temple messianic discourse. He also examines the significance of Daniel 7 and its influence on New Testament Christology. In this conversation, Max and Ruben Bühner discuss various aspects of Messianism and Christology in the New Testament. They explore the titles of Son of God and Son of Man, highlighting the different meanings and contexts in which they are used. They also delve into the connection between the virgin birth and Messianism, examining how the idea of divine sonship relates to the concept of a virgin birth. The conversation then turns to Jesus as the Logos, the Word of God, and the unique Christological ideas presented in the Gospel of John. Finally, they discuss the relationship between early Christology in the New Testament and the creedal Christologies that developed in subsequent centuries.Takeaways- The New Testament authors' understanding of Jesus' divinity fits within the broader contours of Jewish messianism.- The use of specific criteria for high Christology can be limiting and may not capture the full complexity of Second Temple monotheism.-Texts like the Philippians hymn and Psalm 110 are used in the New Testament to illustrate the divinity and exaltation of Jesus.- The reception history of texts like Daniel 7 and Psalm 110 in Second Temple Judaism informs the New Testament authors' understanding of Jesus' identity.- The New Testament authors' use of messianic texts demonstrates a continuity with Second Temple Jewish thought. - The titles Son of God and Son of Man have different meanings and contexts in the New Testament, with Son of God often referring to a mundane ruler and Son of Man pointing to an exalted figure with divine characteristics.- The virgin birth in the New Testament is not directly connected to Messianism in Second - Temple Jewish texts, but it is an innovative idea that is still within the reach of Second Temple Messianic discourse.- The Gospel of John presents a unique and innovative high Christology, identifying Jesus as the Logos, the Word of God. While this concept is not found in other Second Temple Messianic texts, it still connects to the broader Messianic discourse.- The development of creedal Christologies in the subsequent centuries reflects a different cultural context and worldview, but the authors of these creeds were faithful exegetes who sought to answer fundamental questions in light of their own understanding.Ruben A. Bühner is a Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of Bonn (Germany) and lecturer at the University of Würzburg (Germany) and Zurich. He received the Manfred Lautenschlaeger Award for Theological Promise 2021 (Heidelberg) for his dissertation and the Young Scientist Prize 2020 from the Center for the Study of Antiquity (Zurich). His field of research includes Second Temple messianism, early Christology and the Pauline letters in the context of Jewish thought and practice. https://uni-bonn.academia.edu/RubenBühnerGrab your copy of Messianic High Christology 👉https://www.amazon.com/Messianic-High-Christology-Testament-Variants/dp/1481315404/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3W3CNY6HHY3YV&keywords=ruben+buehner&qid=1707692883&sprefix=ruben+buehner%2Caps%2C202&sr=8-1

Become a member of the Center for Bible Study! 👉https://the-center-for-bible-study.teachable.com/p/the-center-for-bible-study-membershipHow Did Early Christians INTERPRET GENESIS 1? (ft. Dr. Andrew Brown) │On the Way (Ep. 33)Dr. Brown sits down with Dr. Botner to discuss his new book, Recruiting the Ancient for the Creation Debate. They cover a wide range of topics, including: how various ancient Christians interpreted Genesis 1; Augustine's concept of divine accommodation; how church father's and reformers thought about the relationship between theology and science; resources for interpreting Genesis 1 well; and much more. It's easy to look to the past to justify our theology in the present. Dr. Brown doesn't do that. Rather, he goes back to the past with patience and humility to understand WHY different Christians interpreted Genesis 1 in the ways that they did. This is a vital and often overlooked component of the ongoing debates about the opening of the Bible. Dr. Brown completed his undergraduate degree studies in the USA before returning to Australia to undertake Bible college teaching and youth camp ministry along with further theological college studies. He joined a pastoral team at a Baptist church and began research studies at the University of Queensland, both in Brisbane, Australia. Six years of country pastoring at Murwillumbah in rural north-eastern NSW followed. Soon after arrival at MST, he completed his PhD thesis in the reception history of the creation week in Genesis.Grab your copy of Recruiting the Ancients for the Creation Debate 👉 https://www.amazon.com/Recruiting-Ancients-Creation-Debate-Andrew/dp/0802874592/ref=sr_1_3?crid=QXEMGN8PGLYA&keywords=andrew+brown&qid=1706479810&sprefix=andrew+bro%2Caps%2C284&sr=8-3Join the Facebook Center for Bible Study Group for ongoing conversation about the Bible, live Q&A sessions, and great community. 👉 https://www.facebook.com/groups/908391187019803Follow Dr. Botner on social mediaFacebook page: 👉 https://www.facebook.com/MABotner/ Twitter: 👉 https://twitter.com/maxbotner/ TikTok: 👉 https://www.instagram.com/drmaxbotner/ Instagram: 👉 https://www.instagram.com/drmaxbotner/

Become a member of the Center for Bible Study! 👉https://the-center-for-bible-study.teachable.com/p/the-center-for-bible-study-membershipDr. Carey sits down with Dr. Botner to discuss her book Women Who Do: Female Disciples in the Gospels. We cover the wide range of topics, including: the experiences of women in antiquity, the various roles of female disciples in the four Gospels, how each of the Gospels highlights different facets of the female disciples, and how the Gospels often portray women as ideal disciples. We also discuss why it is important to highlight the female disciples in the Gospels in church. Far too often, conversations in church revolve around debates about what women can't do. The Gospels show us the many things that women did do and what disciples of Jesus must do today. Holly J. Carey is the Professor of Biblical Studies and Department Chair of Biblical Studies at Point University (West Point, GA). A graduate of Point and of Asbury Theological Seminary, she earned her Ph.D. in New Testament and Christian Origins at the University of Edinburgh under the supervision of Larry Hurtado. In addition to Women Who Do, she has published her dissertation entitled, Jesus’ Cry from the Cross: Towards a First-century Understanding of the Intertextual Relationship between Psalm 22 and the Narrative of Mark’s Gospel (Edinburgh: T & T Clark, 2009). She serves as a contributing editorto the Stone-Campbell Journal, is a member of the SBL Mark Seminar and its Passion Narrative steering committee, and has been teaching as an affiliate instructor for Asbury Theological Seminary for 19 years. Grab your copy of Women Who Do 👉 https://www.amazon.com/Women-Who-Do-Disciples-Gospels/dp/0802879152/ref=sr_1_1?crid=K4WTN5F7R40Z&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.kDhnVQvvd8GI2SVfEh8wxQY0AHk0LDALldSe-Xo_0KjGWDWqlh4oIeJCaZBMt8H1m11xIv0WI2NvYIU1FCjK1pfFLawZEXgqCncH-4NeXremJXyrcYk1KgX6zT_Nlwf6O23ITtIbQk1Ofulf6rMftA.URXWHoiD9wpdKT6KaX1BBZAyMCdTCwxoPgc4PQQTkWI&dib_tag=se&keywords=women+who+do&qid=1705279871&sprefix=women+who+do%2Caps%2C182&sr=8-1Join the Facebook Center for Bible Study Group for ongoing conversation about the Bible, live Q&A sessions, and great community. 👉 https://www.facebook.com/groups/908391187019803Follow Dr. Botner on social mediaFacebook page: 👉 https://www.facebook.com/MABotner/ Twitter: 👉 https://twitter.com/maxbotner/ TikTok: 👉 https://www.instagram.com/drmaxbotner/ Instagram: 👉 https://www.instagram.com/drmaxbotner/

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Dr. Lyonhart sits down with Dr. Botner to discuss his book MonoThreeism: An Absurdly Arrogant Attempt to Answer All the Problems of the Last 2000 Years in One Night at a Pub. In this living conversation, we cover the mystery of the Trinity, and how the same seemingly logical absurdities inherent in Christianity's core doctrine are also inherent in our very existence. We also get into additional implications of the Trinity, such as the use of gender language and the possibility of unity in diversity. Dr. JD Lyonhart is Assistant Professor of Theology and Philosophy at LCU, Fellow of the Cambridge Centre for the Study of Platonism, and Co-Host of the Spiritually Incorrect Podcast (the videos of which are hosted on this channel). Additionally, he founded The NumiNous Institute for Faith and Neurodiversity (numinousinstitute.org), after having struggled his whole life with multiple learning disabilities, including Dysgraphia (the lesser known cousin of Dyslexia).Grab your copy of MonoThreeism 👉 https://www.amazon.com/MonoThreeism-Absurdly-Arrogant-Attempt-Problems/dp/1725262681/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=34EA4U3ROV73S&keywords=jd+lyonhart&qid=1704156229&sprefix=jd+lyon%2Caps%2C170&sr=8-1-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&psc=1Join the Facebook Center for Bible Study Group for ongoing conversation about the Bible, live Q&A sessions, and great community. 👉 https://www.facebook.com/groups/908391187019803Follow Dr. Botner on social mediaFacebook page: 👉 https://www.facebook.com/MABotner/ Twitter: 👉 https://twitter.com/maxbotner/ TikTok: 👉 https://www.instagram.com/drmaxbotner/ Instagram: 👉 https://www.instagram.com/drmaxbotner/