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Most people think salvation means escape.

But if that were true… why resurrection?

In this episode, Dr. T. Michael W. Halcomb connects Genesis and resurrection, showing that God is not abandoning creation—He’s restoring it.

If creation is good… then it’s worth saving.

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What do you do when you’re “productive”… but not actually moving forward?

In this episode of Sabbatical Insider, Dr. Fredrick J. Long shares the reality of hitting a research lull—that frustrating space between activity and real progress.

From academic work and live teaching to fishing trips, broken equipment, farm life, and chasing sheep, this episode captures the messy middle of sabbatical life.It’s honest, reflective, and deeply human.

📚 Topics in this episode:

- The challenge of research slowdowns

- Transition fatigue and travel

- Behind-the-scenes academic work

- Fishing, farming, and unexpected setbacks

- Mentoring, family, and real-life rhythms

👉 If you’ve ever felt stuck in your work, this one will hit home.

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Dr. T. Michael W. Halcomb and Dr. Fred Long continue their slow walk through 1 Corinthians, examining 1 Corinthians 1:5–6 in the Greek text.

Paul says the Corinthians were “enriched in every way… in all speech and knowledge.” But what does that actually mean?

In this episode they explore:

• The significance of Paul’s repetition of “all” (παν)

• Why logos and gnosis become key themes in the letter

• The possible role of wealthy elites and household tensions in Corinth

• Patronage culture and why Paul refused financial support

• How these opening verses set up the entire letter

This passage may sound like simple encouragement, but it actually foreshadows the major conflicts Paul will address throughout 1 Corinthians.

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What does it actually mean that God “rested” in Genesis 1?

Most people assume it means stopping, relaxing, or taking a break. But in the ancient world, “rest” didn’t mean inactivity—it meant enthronement.

In this episode, Dr. T. Michael W. Halcomb explores how Genesis 1 presents God not as exhausted, but as taking His place as King over creation.

That changes everything.

👉 Creation is not just made—it’s ordered

👉 The world is not random—it’s God’s temple

👉 Rest is not escape—it’s rule, presence, and alignment

And once that rest is disrupted in Genesis 2–3, the rest of Scripture asks one central question:

How do we get back?

From Israel’s story to the words of Jesus—“Come to me and I will give you rest”—the Bible is about restoring what was lost.

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Academic sabbatical sounds like a season of rest… but the reality is something else.

In this episode of Sabbatical Insider, Dr. Fredrick J. Long shares what this week actually looked like—paper proposals, long-term planning, overflowing emails, and the unexpected stress that comes with it all.

From feeling “frazzled” to finding a reset out on the river during white bass fishing season, this is a real look at the highs and lows of sabbatical life.

Not polished. Not perfect. Just real.

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In this episode of the ProveText Podcast, Dr. T. Michael W. Halcomb is joined by Dr. Lance Hawley and Dr. Garrett Best to discuss their edited volume:

Teaching God’s Sons and Daughters: Essays in Honor of Allen Black.

This festschrift celebrates the life, scholarship, and influence of Allen Black, a beloved teacher whose work in Luke–Acts and whose passion for the church shaped generations of students and scholars.In this conversation we discuss:

• The story behind the book and how the project began at SBL

• Allen Black’s influential work on male–female pairings in Luke and Acts

• What goes into editing a scholarly volume (and why it's harder than people think)

• The Restoration Movement’s deep commitment to Scripture

• The surprise moment when Allen Black discovered the book

This episode offers a behind-the-scenes look at scholarship, mentorship, and the lasting impact of faithful teachers.

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“I’m only human.”

It’s a phrase we use often—but have we ever stopped to ask what we mean by it?

In this episode, Dr. T. Michael W. Halcomb revisits Genesis 1 to explore how Scripture defines humanity—not by sin, but by vocation, identity, and purpose.

If Jesus is truly human and without sin, what does that reveal about what it means to be human?

👉 This conversation invites us to rethink a deeply ingrained assumption.

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In this episode, Dr. Long reflects on returning to Kentucky after time in Arizona, adjusting back to rhythm, and rediscovering the value of hard skills—from cutting trees and building fences to baking bread, fishing, and living more intentionally.

What can you actually do with your hands? What skills have we lost in modern life? And how might reclaiming them reshape the way we live?

Along the way, Dr. Long shares:

- Lessons from working in tree cutting and safety

- The importance of physical work and embodied life

- Thoughts on food, health, and homemade bread

- Opportunities to learn bread making, German, or voice lessons via Zoom

- A glimpse into farm life, fishing, and sustainable living

This is a reflective, practical, and surprisingly theological look at everyday life.

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In this episode of Corinth Conversations, Dr. T. Michael W. Halcomb and Dr. Fredrick J. Long continue their slow walk through 1 Corinthians, focusing on 1 Corinthians 1:3–4.

What seems like a simple greeting—“grace and peace”—is actually packed with meaning. Paul blends Jewish and Greek greetings, emphasizes the lordship of Jesus, and roots everything in the grace of God given through Christ.

In this discussion, they explore:

- Why Paul repeatedly names Jesus Christ

- The political and theological meaning of “Lord” (κύριος)

- How Paul’s greeting challenged imperial paganism

- The meaning of grace (χάρις) in the ancient world

- Why grace is not cheap—but empoweringJoin us as we continue studying 1 Corinthians word by word.Subscribe for more Corinth Conversations and in-depth biblical study.

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Most modern readers approach Genesis 1 as if it’s answering scientific questions: How long were the days? How old is the earth? But in the ancient world, creation stories weren’t written to settle science debates — they were written to explain power.

In this episode, Dr. T. Michael W. Halcomb explores Genesis 1 in its ancient Near Eastern context, comparing it to Babylon’s Enuma Elish and showing how the biblical creation account makes a bold political and theological claim.

Genesis 1 doesn’t depict divine warfare. It doesn’t explain God’s origins. It doesn’t elevate kings as divine. Instead, it quietly dethrones rival gods, dignifies every human as God’s image-bearer, and presents a Creator who rules not by violence — but by speech.

This isn’t a partisan reading. It’s a contextual one.

Genesis 1 may be more revolutionary than we’ve realized.

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