Theology Talk

By Dr. Joel MuddamalleReligion & Spirituality

Theology Talk episodes

July 10, 2024 How To make Sense of Bible Translations with a Linguistic Scholar Featuring Kevin Grasso
Summary
In this conversation, Joel Muddamalle interviews Kevin Grasso about the importance of studying biblical languages and the role of the Dead Sea Scrolls in understanding the Bible. They discuss the accessibility of biblical languages through tools like Biblingo and the value of reading second temple literature. They also address the topic of women in ministry and offer advice on engaging in theological debates with humility and a willingness to submit to the text.
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Takeaways
Studying biblical languages is important for understanding the text and its original meaning.
The Dead Sea Scrolls provide valuable insights into the world of Second Temple Judaism and validate the accuracy of later manuscripts.
Reading second temple literature can help Christians better understand the cultural and historical context of the Bible.
Engaging in theological debates requires humility, a willingness to submit to the text, and a recognition that it's okay to be wrong.
Tools like Biblingo make biblical languages more accessible to everyday Bible readers.
Approaching theological debates with humility and a desire to understand the text can lead to growth and a deeper understanding of God's word.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
08:57 The Importance of Translations and Understanding the Original Languages
19:00 The Significance of the Dead Sea Scrolls
23:51 Exploring Second Temple Literature
29:36 Navigating the Topic of Women in Ministry
36:09 Making Biblical Languages Accessible with Biblingo
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38 min
April 26, 2024 SOSIAY April Teaching Video - How To Understand 1/2nd Samuel, Psalms, 1 Chronicles
Summary
In this teaching video, Dr. Joel covers the books of 1 and 2 Samuel, Psalms, and 1 Chronicles. He emphasizes the theme of household, highlighting how it plays a foundational role in the story of scripture. He discusses the three aspects of the household: personal/family, temple, and kingdom. Dr. Joel explores various passages and stories, including Hannah's prayer, the rejection of God as king, Saul's insecurity and anxiety, David's desire to build a house for God, and his sin with Bathsheba. He also touches on the importance of repentance and the new heart that God gives us.

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Takeaways
⚡️The theme of household is central to the story of scripture, encompassing personal/family, temple, and kingdom aspects.
⚡️The Bible does not hide the hard and hurtful parts of our humanity, but shows how God's presence and provision can turn them into holy moments.
⚡️The rejection of God as king and the desire for a human ruler is a recurring pattern in the story of scripture.
⚡️David's sin with Bathsheba highlights the importance of repentance and the need for a new heart.
⚡️The genealogies in 1 Chronicles demonstrate God's plan to bring the nations of the world back together through the family tree of King David, leading to the fulfillment of Genesis 12.
⚡️The humility of God exalts us, as seen in the life of David and ultimately in Jesus.

26 min
February 22, 2024 How To Disagree As A Christian
Theological disagreement is inevitable, but as Christians, we should learn to disagree well without creating unnecessary division. The concept of Theological Triage can help us prioritize essentials, secondary issues, and tertiary matters. Seek to understand and critique the argument, not the person. Disagreement should not undermine the unity of the family of God.
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30 min
February 13, 2024 Women, Work, Worth, and Humility W/ Paula Faris
In this episode Dr. Joel talks with his good friend, Emmy award-winning journalist, former host of the GMA and The View, and now best-selling author and founder of Carry Media - Paula Faris. In this honest conversation, they discuss the role of women in society, what the Bible has to say about it, and how Biblical Humility is a gift we shouldn't shy away from. They emphasize that humility is not about being less than or left out, but rather about recognizing the value of our work without defining our worth by it. They also explore the power of self-awareness in overcoming pride and making course corrections when necessary. Finally, they encourage listeners to take the next right step in their journey, trusting that God will guide their path.
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37 min
February 06, 2024 What is the Biblical response for Christians when it comes to Isreal, Palestine, and Gaza (from a Dispensational perspective) W/ Dr. Cory Marsh
In this discussion, Dr. Joel learns from his friend Dr. Cory Marsh. Dr. Marsh teaches us what Dispensationalism actually is, the theological system it presents, and how it should frame our view of Israel, Palestine, and Gaza as Christians today.

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54 min
January 30, 2024 The Missing Piece: Dr. Derwin Gray on NFL Injuries, Weakness, and the way of Jesus.
Dr. Joel talks with his friend, mentor, and pastor Dr. Derwin Gray in this discussion. Pastor Derwin shares his story from playing in the NFL to pastoring Transformation Church in Fort Mill, SC. We get honest about weakness, vulnerability, and why Humility is the way for the people of God.
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36 min
January 25, 2024 Honest Conversation with Pastor Nick Connolly on Humility and Triage of the Soul
What happens when you feel like you've, "done all the right things" and things still go unexpectedly wrong? How do you move from hiding to honesty? What does humility have to do with any of this? In this honest conversation, Dr. Joel talks with Pastor Nick Connolly about his journey of "triaging his soul" and the healing process.
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We also talk about Humility which surrounds every part of Nick's story. You can pre-order Dr. Joel's book, "The Hidden Peace: Finding True Security, Strength, and Confidence through Humility" -
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44 min
January 23, 2024 Story of Scripture In a Year (SOSIAY) - February Teaching Video
In this conversation, Dr. Joel Muddamalle provides an overview of the readings for the month of February, which include the books of Job, Exodus, and Leviticus. He highlights the themes of God's desire to have his family back together and the battle between two households: one led by a rebellious son of God and the other led by Jesus. Dr. Muddamalle emphasizes the importance of understanding the cultural context of the ancient Near Eastern world and the role of the divine council in interpreting the book of Job. He also discusses the significance of women in the book of Exodus and the purpose of the rituals and commands in Leviticus to keep the family of God holy.
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39 min
January 16, 2024 A Theological Response to the Katt Williams Interview
The Katt Williams interview on the Club Shay Shay podcast broke the internet. 25+ million views in 24hrs and there's no end in sight. In this episode, Dr. Joel responds "theologically" to some of the more fascinating parts of the interview. Katt refers to the Bible and Jesus often in the interview, so we should pay close attention to how he frames Jesus, what we can glean and learn from it, and some things we should consider cautiously.

The theological approach to this interview is from a posture of humility. Knowing who God is, so we can know who we are teaches us how to relate to others. If you want to learn more about this approach and experience the peace that humility brings, you can pre-order Dr. Joel's book "The Hidden Peace."
43 min
January 10, 2024 Story of Scripture: How To Read and Understand Genesis (SOSIAY)
Dr. Joel unpacks how the ancient Israelites understood their world in this first video. He also identifies some major themes (Household, Covenant, Famine) and unpacks an often overlooked but vital pattern that starts in Genesis 3 and shows up everywhere in Genesis (See, Desire, Take.)
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39 min

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Welcome to Theology Talk, the podcast that explores theology, culture, and the Bible. Join us as we dive deep into thought-provoking discussions about faith, spirituality, and the intersection of theology with the world around us. Each episode brings you engaging conversations (with some guests along the way) exploring topics ranging from biblical interpretation, theology, and ethical dilemmas in modern society.