In Mark 13:32 (and Matthew 24:36), Jesus states that He does not know the day or hour of His return—only the Father does. But how can that be? If Jesus is fully God, wouldn’t He be omniscient?

In this episode of What in the Word?, Kirk E. Miller is joined by Brandon Crowe to explore this challenging passage. They discuss different possible explanations—including bad ones!—and the importance of distinguishing Christ’s two natures. Nothing short of our salvation is at stake!

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Disclaimer: Logos values thoughtful and engaging discussions on important biblical topics. However, the views and interpretations presented in this episode are those of the individuals speaking and do not necessarily reflect the official position of Logos. We recognize that Christians may hold different perspectives on this passage, and we welcome diverse engagement and respectful dialogue.

Outline:

00:00 Introduction to the Episode

00:19 Show Announcements and Listener Engagement

00:55 Meet Dr. Brandon Crow

02:48 Understanding the Context of Mark 13:32

05:22 Exploring Different Interpretations

08:46 Orthodox Explanations and Theological Insights

20:18 Practical Applications and Hermeneutical Principles

39:09 Conclusion and Additional Resources