Ian and Nate discuss the Roman Imperial Cult and the opposing Kingdom established by Jesus as portrayed in the Gospels. This is the first part of a two part series. Here are the show notes.

(0:00:00) Introduction

(0:03:10) Overview of Synoptic Gospels

(0:06:13) The Roman Empire

(0:07:45) The Imperial Cult

(0:30:00) The Good News According to Mark

(0:54:20) First Century Views of Messiah

(1:06:45) Ceasarea Phillipi Events According to Matthew 16

(1:28:15) Episode Summary