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We believe that understanding the Bible in its historic, geographic, religious and cultural context helps us SEE JESUS more clearly, LOVE HIM more dearly, and FOLLOW HIM more nearly… day by day.
The Bible Nerds Show (TBNS) offers daily and weekly podcast episodes and articles to help you NERD OUT over the most amazing Book ever writing: The Bible.
A Pastor (Lucas Pinckard), A Teacher (David Jesse), and An Average Joe (Joe Arioto) dive into the eighth episode of the Chosen! This time we talk about the season finale of The Chosen and how Jesus can actually have some fun sometimes!
A Pastor (Lucas Pinckard), A Teacher (David Jesse), and An Average Joe (Joe Arioto) dive in to the Shepard episode of @TheChosenSeries! Did this episode truly capture the meaning of Christmas? Was it biblically accurate?
A Pastor (Lucas Pinckard), A Teacher (David Jesse), and An Average Joe (Joe Arioto) dive in to the seventh episode of @TheChosenSeries! Did this episode kinda let us down? Did it rely too much on poetic license? All that and more is discussed in this episode!
A Pastor (Lucas Pinckard), A Teacher (David Jesse), and An Average Joe (Joe Arioto) dive into the sixth episode of the Chosen! This episode took us all by surprise and became the most impactful episode we've talked about yet! Watch for our ratings and more!
A Pastor (Lucas Pinckard), A Teacher (David Jesse), and An Average Joe (Joe Arioto) dive into the fifth episode of the Chosen! Is this passage really about wine? If not, what could it be about? That and more is discussed in this episode!
A Pastor (Lucas Pinckard), A Teacher (David Jesse), and An Average Joe (Joe Arioto) dive into the fourth episode of the Chosen! Is this the best episode of The Chosen? That and more will be discussed in this episode!
A Pastor (Lucas Pinckard), A Teacher (David Jesse), and An Average Joe (Joe Arioto) dive into the third episode of the Chosen and how it really didn't follow the scripture at all. Probably because there wasn't much to do with the scripture in this episode in the first place!
A Pastor (Lucas Pinckard), A Teacher (David Jesse), and An Average Joe (Joe Arioto) dive into the second episode of the Chosen and how accurate they portray the Shabbat! Also in this episode we give our thoughts on the scriptural impact (or lack there of) of this episode!
A Pastor (Lucas Pinckard), A Teacher (David Jesse), and An Average Joe (Joe Arioto) dive in to the first episode of @TheChosenSeries ! Is it biblically and historically accurate? What do the preacher and teacher think of their first view of the show and what do they think of being called by your name?
A Pastor (Lucas Pinckard), A Teacher (David Jesse), and An Average Joe (Joe Arioto) talk about what things you should consider before you start watching @TheChosenSeries .
Should you be concerned about Angel Studios connection to The Church of the Latter Day Saints (Mormon)?
Is the Chosen a violation of the second commandment?
How much should the progressive theology of the production team and crew influence our decision to watch the Chosen or not?
The guys dive deep and take a look from each of their unique perspectives to help you make the most informed decision for you and your family.
Check out the video we talked about: https://www.youtube.com/watch?si=maAHQWzx0TQujAVy&v=NrchkZwHY08&feature=youtu.be
The Bible Nerds Show kicks off a with a new crew! Host David Jesse, is joined by Joe Arioto and Lucas Pinckard to talk all things Bible Nerds! A Preacher, a Teacher and and Average Joe!
Join us as we take a look at the Chosen through the critical lens and worldview of a pastor, the cultural and contextual view of a teacher, and the joy of a Chosen fan!
The Prophet Isaiah foretells of two different periods of time in Israel’s future. The first is a time when Israel is completely a land of milk. The other is a time when Israel will fully become a land of honey.
What if I told you that one of the foremost Orthodox Jewish scholars of our day believes that Jesus fit perfectly into the religious expectations of First Century Judaism? Don’t believe me? Pick up The Jewish Gospels: The Story of the Jewish Christ by Daniel Boyarin.
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What image comes to your mind when you hear the phrase, “He makes me lie down in green pastures?” I’m pretty sure what you think about is the exact opposite of what the Psalmist meant.
What if I told you that one of the foremost Orthodox Jewish scholars of our day believes that Jesus fit perfectly into the religious expectations of First Century Judaism? Don’t believe me? Pick up The Jewish Gospels: The Story of the Jewish Christ by Daniel Boyarin.
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Here’s a tough truth: we’d like to believe that when we learn to depend on God in “the wilderness,” He moves us to the land of blessing and we all live happily ever after. But that’s just not the way it works.
What if I told you that one of the foremost Orthodox Jewish scholars of our day believes that Jesus fit perfectly into the religious expectations of First Century Judaism? Don’t believe me? Pick up The Jewish Gospels: The Story of the Jewish Christ by Daniel Boyarin.
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There’s a plant that is mentioned only once in the entire Hebrew Scriptures. The importance of this plant can’t be understated. It’s relevance to our daily lives is overwhelming. This little plant unlocks the dangers of the land of milk.
What if I told you that one of the foremost Orthodox Jewish scholars of our day believes that Jesus fit perfectly into the religious expectations of First Century Judaism? Don’t believe me? Pick up The Jewish Gospels: The Story of the Jewish Christ by Daniel Boyarin.
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The geography of Israel is used to teach spiritual lessons all throughout the Hebrew Scriptures. But sometimes, we miss the point altogether. In fact when I was a kid, I literally thought that the Promised Land flowed with actual milk and honey. It doesn’t.
What if I told you that one of the foremost Orthodox Jewish scholars of our day believes that Jesus fit perfectly into the religious expectations of First Century Judaism? Don’t believe me? Pick up The Jewish Gospels: The Story of the Jewish Christ by Daniel Boyarin.
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Some Bible nerds really struggle with the idea of Good Friday. After all, Jesus said that the sign proving He was who He claimed to be, was that He would spend 3 days and 3 nights in the grave. You can’t get that from a Friday resurrection, no matter how hard you try.
What if I told you that one of the foremost Orthodox Jewish scholars of our day believes that Jesus fit perfectly into the religious expectations of First Century Judaism? Don’t believe me? Pick up The Jewish Gospels: The Story of the Jewish Christ by Daniel Boyarin.
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It’s Sunday morning. Jesus’ body is missing. Some crazy supernatural beings are telling you that Jesus is alive. What else would you do but run away and hide? And that’s how Mark’s Gospel originally ended. Why?
What if I told you that one of the foremost Orthodox Jewish scholars of our day believes that Jesus fit perfectly into the religious expectations of First Century Judaism? Don’t believe me? Pick up The Jewish Gospels: The Story of the Jewish Christ by Daniel Boyarin.
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You’re a Christian living in Rome. Your friends and family are being arrested and thrown to the lions; beheaded; lit as torches for Caesar’s garden parties. You’re on the verge of giving up. In that moment, a parchment arrives reminding you that your Messiah is truly Lord, no matter how things around you look.
What if I told you that one of the foremost Orthodox Jewish scholars of our day believes that Jesus fit perfectly into the religious expectations of First Century Judaism? Don’t believe me? Pick up The Jewish Gospels: The Story of the Jewish Christ by Daniel Boyarin.
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Who is “Lord?” When the New Testament was written, how someone answered this question carried life and death implications. The official position of the Roman Empire was that Caesar was divine. All of Rome declared this reality in a triumphal procession.
What if I told you that one of the foremost Orthodox Jewish scholars of our day believes that Jesus fit perfectly into the religious expectations of First Century Judaism? Don’t believe me? Pick up The Jewish Gospels: The Story of the Jewish Christ by Daniel Boyarin.
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For most of the past 2000 years, a horrible sin has haunted Christian belief. Replacement Theology teaches that Israel and the Church are separate, and that God has moved past Israel to a new era focused on the Church. This is wrong. It’s time to deal with it.
What if I told you that one of the foremost Orthodox Jewish scholars of our day believes that Jesus fit perfectly into the religious expectations of First Century Judaism? Don’t believe me? Pick up The Jewish Gospels: The Story of the Jewish Christ by Daniel Boyarin.
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Jesus has just been baptized by John - not as an act of repentance for Himself, but as a metaphor for Israel. The Apostle Paul later connects baptism to Israel’s Red Sea crossing. So, if Israel exited the Red Sea and entered the wilderness, it only makes sense that Jesus does the same thing.
What if I told you that one of the foremost Orthodox Jewish scholars of our day believes that Jesus fit perfectly into the religious expectations of First Century Judaism? Don’t believe me? Pick up The Jewish Gospels: The Story of the Jewish Christ by Daniel Boyarin.
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Whenever I read the word “Temple” in the Bible, I think of the physical building that stood in Jerusalem where the Priests and Levites conducted the sacrifices thousands of years ago. But like everything else in history, Jesus redefined the Temple. The religious leaders were confused about it. So, we’re in good company. Let’s try to understand it better.
What if I told you that one of the foremost Orthodox Jewish scholars of our day believes that Jesus fit perfectly into the religious expectations of First Century Judaism? Don’t believe me? Pick up The Jewish Gospels: The Story of the Jewish Christ by Daniel Boyarin.
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The Hebrew Scriptures close with a glimpse of a God-Man who conquers all of YHWH’s enemies and is given authority over Heaven and Earth. But how does this happen? How does the Son of Man win this victory?
What if I told you that one of the foremost Orthodox Jewish scholars of our day believes that Jesus fit perfectly into the religious expectations of First Century Judaism? Don’t believe me? Pick up The Jewish Gospels: The Story of the Jewish Christ by Daniel Boyarin.
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Jesus calls Himself, “Son of Man” more than seventy times in the Gospels. This is a Hebrew term for “human” or literally, “Son of Adam.” But when Jesus is using it, He’s tapping into a vein of belief that a Divine Man would become the Messiah. And Jesus’ claims ultimately got him crucified.
What if I told you that one of the foremost Orthodox Jewish scholars of our day believes that Jesus fit perfectly into the religious expectations of First Century Judaism? Don’t believe me? Pick up The Jewish Gospels: The Story of the Jewish Christ by Daniel Boyarin.
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Every morning for thousands of years, Israel began the ritual slaughter of animals that continued throughout the day. A literal river of blood flowed off of the Temple Mount. Most of us understand that these sacrifices symbolized the death of Jesus. But thank God that we can join Jesus’ declaration of victory when by saying, “It is finished!”
What if I told you that one of the foremost Orthodox Jewish scholars of our day believes that Jesus fit perfectly into the religious expectations of First Century Judaism? Don’t believe me? Pick up The Jewish Gospels: The Story of the Jewish Christ by Daniel Boyarin.
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When a woman who had been bleeding for more than twelve years grabbed the hem of Jesus’ garment, she was showing that she believed Jesus could heal her. But she was also declaring he fulfilled the prophecy of the Sun of Righteousness with healing in his wings.
What if I told you that one of the foremost Orthodox Jewish scholars of our day believes that Jesus fit perfectly into the religious expectations of First Century Judaism? Don’t believe me? Pick up The Jewish Gospels: The Story of the Jewish Christ by Daniel Boyarin.
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He’s perfect. John the Baptist knows it. Jesus knows it. He’s never sinned. He’s morally pure. He’s ceremonially pure. But here He is, submitting to a Baptism that symbolizes repentance for sin. He doesn’t need it. But we sure do.
What if I told you that one of the foremost Orthodox Jewish scholars of our day believes that Jesus fit perfectly into the religious expectations of First Century Judaism? Don’t believe me? Pick up The Jewish Gospels: The Story of the Jewish Christ by Daniel Boyarin.
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Have you ever been in a forest, miles away from civilization, on a moonless night? That is the definition of darkness. This is the type of darkness the psalmist is thinking about when he wrote Psalm 119:105. I’ll prove it to you in less than 10 minutes.
What if I told you that one of the foremost Orthodox Jewish scholars of our day believes that Jesus fit perfectly into the religious expectations of First Century Judaism? Don’t believe me? Pick up The Jewish Gospels: The Story of the Jewish Christ by Daniel Boyarin.
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Jesus is in the Upper Room with the disciples. He knows He’s leaving there to be betrayed, tried, and crucified. And He wants to offer encouragement to these disciples that something better is coming. He tells them about the Holy Spirit. But He uses a Greek word that means so much, it’s impossible to translate into English. And this is exactly as it should be. I’ll prove it to you in less than 10 minutes.
What if I told you that one of the foremost Orthodox Jewish scholars of our day believes that Jesus fit perfectly into the religious expectations of First Century Judaism? Don’t believe me? Pick up The Jewish Gospels: The Story of the Jewish Christ by Daniel Boyarin.
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In the middle of the crucifixion story, Matthew stops to explain something that happens three days later. It’s an out of place story that’s only made more bizarre by the fact that it’s about a bunch of dead people coming out of the grave and walking around Jerusalem. But Jesus’ Jewish followers would have understood exactly what Matthew was trying to say. I’ll prove it to you in less than 10 minutes.
What if I told you that one of the foremost Orthodox Jewish scholars of our day believes that Jesus fit perfectly into the religious expectations of First Century Judaism? Don’t believe me? Pick up The Jewish Gospels: The Story of the Jewish Christ by Daniel Boyarin.
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First Century Christian eschatology anticipated the return of the Messiah and His conquering of the enemies of YHWH. This makes perfect sense, because early Christian eschatology came out of Second Temple Jewish eschatology. And many Jews were waiting for a war between the Sons of Light and the Sons of Darkness. I’ll prove it to you in less than 10 minutes.
What if I told you that one of the foremost Orthodox Jewish scholars of our day believes that Jesus fit perfectly into the religious expectations of First Century Judaism? Don’t believe me? Pick up The Jewish Gospels: The Story of the Jewish Christ by Daniel Boyarin.
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Our Western mindsets based upon Greek educational principles separate our lives into tiny little compartments. Reading. Writing. Arithmetic. It’s how we think. But the Bible doesn’t work that way. Everything is connected. And that makes everything we do, an act of worship. I’ll prove it to you in less than 10 minutes.
What if I told you that one of the foremost Orthodox Jewish scholars of our day believes that Jesus fit perfectly into the religious expectations of First Century Judaism? Don’t believe me? Pick up The Jewish Gospels: The Story of the Jewish Christ by Daniel Boyarin.
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He was a wild man! He lived on locusts and wild honey. Wore clothes made out of camel's skin. And shook up the religious paradigm in Jerusalem. But what lessons can we take from the life and ministry of John the Baptist? The most important, is that the Gospel of the Kingdom begins with repentance, but doesn't end there.
What if I told you that one of the foremost Orthodox Jewish scholars of our day believes that Jesus fit perfectly into the religious expectations of First Century Judaism? Don’t believe me? Pick up The Jewish Gospels: The Story of the Jewish Christ by Daniel Boyarin. The Bible Nerds Show is a PAY IT FORWARD podcast! We don't have sponsors, but if you're interested in giving back because of the show, check out OneChild. Learn more!
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Thanks for being a listener of The Bible Nerds Show!
Due to travel and work circumstances, we've decided to take a two week hiatus beginning today (February 28). We will pick back up with our regularly scheduled shows on Sunday, March 14.
In the meantime...
What if I told you that one of the foremost Orthodox Jewish scholars of our day believes that Jesus fit perfectly into the religious expectations of First Century Judaism? Don’t believe me? Pick up The Jewish Gospels: The Story of the Jewish Christ by Daniel Boyarin. The Bible Nerds Show is a PAY IT FORWARD podcast! We don't have sponsors, but if you're interested in giving back because of the show, check out OneChild. Learn more!
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If you want to eat bacon wrapped shrimp at your next anniversary dinner, be my guest. But please don't use Acts 10 to explain why the Bible says it's okay. Doing that takes one of the most important moments in history and trivializes it. I'll prove it to you in less than 10 minutes.
The Bible is a supernatural book about a supernatural God working in supernatural ways. If you’re not reading it like that, then you need to pick up a book by Dr. Michael S. Heiser, appropriately titled “Supernatural: What the Bible Teaches About the Unseen World and Why It Matters.”
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It’s pretty clear that something has changed in Peter. This failed disciple who spent Jesus trial cowering in the corner has now stood before the greatest religious leaders of Israel and declared allegiance to Jesus. But while that’s exciting, it isn’t discipleship. And Peter knows it. I’ll prove it to you in less than 10 minutes.
The Bible is a supernatural book about a supernatural God working in supernatural ways. If you’re not reading it like that, then you need to pick up a book by Dr. Michael S. Heiser, appropriately titled “Supernatural: What the Bible Teaches About the Unseen World and Why It Matters.”
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Jesus gives second chances. One look at Peter’s life makes that clear. After denying his Rabbi three times, Peter believed his time of following Jesus as a disciple was over. But after Jesus’ resurrection, Peter was restored by Jesus, and given another chance to follow Him. And Peter took full advantage of that chance. I'll prove it to you in less than 10 minutes.
The Bible is a supernatural book about a supernatural God working in supernatural ways. If you’re not reading it like that, then you need to pick up a book by Dr. Michael S. Heiser, appropriately titled “Supernatural: What the Bible Teaches About the Unseen World and Why It Matters.”
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You've failed Jesus. You had the chance to stand with Him while He faced down His accusers. Instead, you told everyone around you that you didn't even know who He was. This is the moment you need the grace of God the most. And this is when you receive it. I'll prove it to you in less than 10 minutes.
The Bible is a supernatural book about a supernatural God working in supernatural ways. If you’re not reading it like that, then you need to pick up a book by Dr. Michael S. Heiser, appropriately titled “Supernatural: What the Bible Teaches About the Unseen World and Why It Matters.”
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Christianity celebrates the Apostle Peter. Catholicism venerates him as the first Pope. Protestantism credits him with the declaration that Jesus is the "Son of God." He’s on the Mount Rushmore of the New Testament. But as a disciple, he was a failure. I’ll prove it to you in less than 10 minutes.
The Bible is a supernatural book about a supernatural God working in supernatural ways. If you’re not reading it like that, then you need to pick up a book by Dr. Michael S. Heiser, appropriately titled “Supernatural: What the Bible Teaches About the Unseen World and Why It Matters.”
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Matthew ends the story of the birth of Jesus with a prophecy that He will be called a "Nazarene." But here's the big problem: the village of Nazareth wasn't settled until hundreds of years AFTER the Old Testament was written. But, this isn't a mistake or a contradiction. It's just Matthew showing off.
The Bible is a supernatural book about a supernatural God working in supernatural ways. If you’re not reading it like that, then you need to pick up a book by Dr. Michael S. Heiser, appropriately titled “Supernatural: What the Bible Teaches About the Unseen World and Why It Matters.”
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All of Jesus’ disciples were rejects. They failed the test of discipleship long before the Rabbi from Nazareth came on the scene. Yet, Jesus called them to follow Him. It should force us to ask: am I good enough? It’s time for some self-examination. I’ll prove it to you in less than 10 minutes.
The Bible is a supernatural book about a supernatural God working in supernatural ways. If you’re not reading it like that, then you need to pick up a book by Dr. Michael S. Heiser, appropriately titled “Supernatural: What the Bible Teaches About the Unseen World and Why It Matters.”
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First Century Discipleship was really hard. It required everything. And only a select few were given the privilege of following a rabbi. In fact, Jesus’ disciples had probably been rejected by other rabbis before He called them. I’ll prove it to you in less than 10 minutes.
The Bible is a supernatural book about a supernatural God working in supernatural ways. If you’re not reading it like that, then you need to pick up a book by Dr. Michael S. Heiser, appropriately titled “Supernatural: What the Bible Teaches About the Unseen World and Why It Matters.”
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In the days just before Jesus’ crucifixion, the religious leaders decided they’d had enough of Him. It was time to get some answers. They asked Jesus where He got His authority. Jesus’ answer to their question is brilliant. I’ll prove it to you in less than 10 minutes.
The Bible is a supernatural book about a supernatural God working in supernatural ways. If you’re not reading it like that, then you need to pick up a book by Dr. Michael S. Heiser, appropriately titled “Supernatural: What the Bible Teaches About the Unseen World and Why It Matters.”
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When Jesus finished giving His interpretation of the Torah, the listeners were amazed because “He taught them with authority, and not like their scribes.” If you think that all this means is that He preached really confidently, you’re missing the whole point. I’ll prove it to you in less than 10 minutes.
The Bible is a supernatural book about a supernatural God working in supernatural ways. If you’re not reading it like that, then you need to pick up a book by Dr. Michael S. Heiser, appropriately titled “Supernatural: What the Bible Teaches About the Unseen World and Why It Matters.”
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The Talmud has a very special “blessing” in it: “May you be covered in the dust of your rabbi, and may you drink deeply from their words.” A disciple sought to follow and observe their rabbi so closely that they would become covered in the dust the rabbi kicked up as he walked down the road. And this was considered the highest of honors. This is what discipleship meant in Jesus’ day. I’ll prove it to you in less than 10 minutes.
The Bible is a supernatural book about a supernatural God working in supernatural ways. If you’re not reading it like that, then you need to pick up a book by Dr. Michael S. Heiser, appropriately titled “Supernatural: What the Bible Teaches About the Unseen World and Why It Matters.”
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In the story of Joseph, Mary, and Jesus fleeing Israel and seeking refuge in Egypt, we see many allusions to Old Testament Scripture. The Slaughter of the Innocents mirrors pharoah’s murder of the baby boys in the Exodus story. That one is easy to see. But Matthew ties in two other passages from the Hebrew Scriptures. And these are much more difficult to work with.
The Bible is a supernatural book about a supernatural God working in supernatural ways. If you’re not reading it like that, then you need to pick up a book by Dr. Michael S. Heiser, appropriately titled “Supernatural: What the Bible Teaches About the Unseen World and Why It Matters.”
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There are some people teaching that the name “Jesus” is an invention of Satan, put in place through the Church in order to take us away from the true Messiah. The name “Jesus” is really a code for “Hail Zeus” and when used, is invoking a pagan deity. Before you drive off the road or spit out your coffee, understand that I believe this is pure rubbish, and I’ll prove it to you in less than 10 minutes.
The Bible is a supernatural book about a supernatural God working in supernatural ways. If you’re not reading it like that, then you need to pick up a book by Dr. Michael S. Heiser, appropriately titled “Supernatural: What the Bible Teaches About the Unseen World and Why It Matters.”
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The Story of the Bible begins with YHWH molding an unfinished creation into a perfect paradise. He places humanity in a garden with instructions to steward this new world on His behalf. But man sins. And with that sin chaos descends. Since then, YHWH has been ordering this chaos. This is the meaning of the Hebrew word, “shalom.” I’ll prove it to you in less than 10 minutes.
The Bible is a supernatural book about a supernatural God working in supernatural ways. If you’re not reading it like that, then you need to pick up a book by Dr. Michael S. Heiser, appropriately titled “Supernatural: What the Bible Teaches About the Unseen World and Why It Matters.”
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The Kingdom of Judah was doomed. Their enemies surrounded and greatly outnumbered them. Their only hope was to cry out to the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob and ask for Him to intervene. What happened next should teach us how we should fight our battles. It all begins with knowing that God’s love is our war cry. I’ll prove it to you in less than 10 minutes.
The Bible is a supernatural book about a supernatural God working in supernatural ways. If you’re not reading it like that, then you need to pick up a book by Dr. Michael S. Heiser, appropriately titled “Supernatural: What the Bible Teaches About the Unseen World and Why It Matters.”
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Biblical Justice is a difficult topic. Our definition of the term is clouded by political agendas and terrible theology. In the Biblical Worldview, followers of Christ understand that justice isn't just a good idea. It's required. So, we better understand what it means. It starts with a Hebrew word that means both “righteousness” and “charity.” I’ll prove it to you in less than 10 minutes.
The Bible is a supernatural book about a supernatural God working in supernatural ways. If you’re not reading it like that, then you need to pick up a book by Dr. Michael S. Heiser, appropriately titled “Supernatural: What the Bible Teaches About the Unseen World and Why It Matters.”
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“Did you hear what I said?” My wife, Christy, and I say these words a lot. We may be trying to get our boys to stop talking and start eating, or to clean up their rooms, or to do any number of things. The point is always the same: stop doing what you’re doing, listen to what I’m saying and obey it. This is the meaning of the Hebrew word, “shema.” It’s the most important word in the Bible. I’ll prove it to you in less than 10 minutes.
The Bible is a supernatural book about a supernatural God working in supernatural ways. If you’re not reading it like that, then you need to pick up a book by Dr. Michael S. Heiser, appropriately titled “Supernatural: What the Bible Teaches About the Unseen World and Why It Matters.”
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Your nativity set is defective. If it has three wise men at the manger presenting their gifts right alongside shepherds to a “dear 8 pounds 6 ounces newborn infant Jesus, who don't even know a word yet,” this episode should turn the entire Christmas story on its head for you. When the Magi entered Jerusalem seeking the “King of the Jews,” Herod saw this as a potential invasion.
The Bible is a supernatural book about a supernatural God working in supernatural ways. If you’re not reading it like that, then you need to pick up a book by Dr. Michael S. Heiser, appropriately titled “Supernatural: What the Bible Teaches About the Unseen World and Why It Matters.”
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You’ve been told a lie. “Turn the other cheek” isn’t a command to be weak. It’s a call to defiance. I’ll prove it to you in less than 10 minutes.
The Bible is a supernatural book about a supernatural God working in supernatural ways. If you’re not reading it like that, then you need to pick up a book by Dr. Michael S. Heiser, appropriately titled “Supernatural: What the Bible Teaches About the Unseen World and Why It Matters.”
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William Wilburforce. Dietrich Bonhoeffer. Joan of Arc. These and others like them were righteous followers of Jesus who resisted corrupt governments and their practices. But, many believe that Romans 13:1 teaches all Christians to submit to the government blindly, because these authorities are appointed by God. They’re wrong, and I’ll prove it to you in less than 10 minutes.
The Bible is a supernatural book about a supernatural God working in supernatural ways. If you’re not reading it like that, then you need to pick up a book by Dr. Michael S. Heiser, appropriately titled “Supernatural: What the Bible Teaches About the Unseen World and Why It Matters.”
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Psalm 46:10 says “Be still and know that I am God.” When we hear this, we usually think of peace. When God said it, He had something very different in mind. I’ll prove it to you in less than 10 minutes.
The Bible is a supernatural book about a supernatural God working in supernatural ways. If you’re not reading it like that, then you need to pick up a book by Dr. Michael S. Heiser, appropriately titled “Supernatural: What the Bible Teaches About the Unseen World and Why It Matters.”
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If there’s anything we know about God, it’s that He’s good. He proved His love for us by becoming a man and dying for us. So, that’s kind of non-negotiable for Christians. But it doesn’t always feel that way. Sometimes, it feels the exact opposite. It’s OK to wonder if God’s ignoring you, or even worse, against you. I’ll prove it to you in less than 10 minutes.
The Bible is a supernatural book about a supernatural God working in supernatural ways. If you’re not reading it like that, then you need to pick up a book by Dr. Michael S. Heiser, appropriately titled “Supernatural: What the Bible Teaches About the Unseen World and Why It Matters.”
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Philippians 4:13 is one of the most quoted verses in the entire Bible. Christians plaster it all over t-shirts, bumper stickers and social media. It really is an encouragement to become a Christian of deep faith and supernatural strength. Just not the way you probably think. I’ll prove it to you in less than 10 minutes.
The Bible is a supernatural book about a supernatural God working in supernatural ways. If you’re not reading it like that, then you need to pick up a book by Dr. Michael S. Heiser, appropriately titled “Supernatural: What the Bible Teaches About the Unseen World and Why It Matters.”
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Critics will try to shake your faith by suggesting that the virgin birth of Jesus is a fantasy. They’ll tell you that Matthew was a fool who read something into the story that isn’t there. And that this caused him to make up the entire virgin birth story. These critics are fools. Because Matthew’s main point isn’t that Mary was a virgin. It’s that her child is the Son of God.
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The last thing that Jesus did with His disciples was take a couple of everyday items and use them as an object lesson about the most important moment in history. Over 2,000 years, the Lord’s Supper has become a big part of Christianity. Some even think there’s a supernatural element to it. I agree, and I’ll prove it to you in less than 10 minutes.
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At the time of this recording, we’re only a couple of weeks away from Valentine’s Day. One of the traditions of this lover’s holiday is a candlelight dinner. There’s just something special about looking across the table at your true love and beholding their beauty by the soft warm flame. This is the reason the Jewish people began lighting candles every Friday evening before sundown. I’ll prove it to you in less than 10 minutes.
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Deuteronomy chapters 6 and 11 instruct Israel to affix the commandments to the doorposts of their homes. Some scholars connect this to a pagan practice designed to ward off demonic spirits. Most Christians would resist doing this. What is a Mezuzah? Is it wrong for Christians to use tools like this? I don't believe that, and I’ll prove it to you in less than 10 minutes.
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Dunking. Sprinkling. Running water. Standing water. These are the things Christian argue about when it comes to baptism. It’s like they think they invented the thing. But, it’s Jewish and it’s been around long before John the Baptist. I’ll prove it to you in less than 10 minutes.
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Some of the craziest speculation you’ll find on the internet today surrounds the idea of the Mark of the Beast. Microchips. COVID-19 vaccines. Facebook (seriously - some people are saying this because you hold your phone in your hand and put it up to your head). What if I told you that the Mark of the Beast is just a counterfeit to a command God gave Israel in the Torah? And that this command is actually a tool to help us obey Him? I’ll prove it to you in less than 10 minutes.
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Matthew begins his Gospel with Jesus' genealogy. Most scholars agree that these verses are an argument for Jesus legal standing as the Messiah of Israel. But verse 17 could call this into question. A generation is missing. And because of this, you might even argue that Matthew is hiding a secret clue revealing that Jesus IS NOT the Messiah. What does this missing generation really mean?
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We all know that daily Bible reading is more than just a good idea; it’s vital to our spiritual wellbeing. So, why do we struggle with it? Is it just about buckling down and practicing this spiritual discipline? Or is the reason we have such a hard time because we don’t really get anything out of it? I believe daily Bible reading can be the most exciting time of your day. And I’ll prove it to you in less than 10 minutes.
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There are amazing secrets hidden in the Bible. These secrets change the way we read Scripture and help us comprehend the incomprehensible. But these secrets come with a severe warning: you cannot understand them or even seek them out. These mysteries are only revealed by the Holy Spirit in the fullness of time. I’ll prove it to you in less than 10 minutes.
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Bible application is the easy part of following Jesus, right? Just read the Bible, and do what it says to do. And while that’s true, it gets a bit complicated when we realize that we live thousands of years away from when these verses were written. What does it mean for us today? This is the third level of PaRDeS. It’s not as easy as it seems, and I’ll prove it to you in less than 10 minutes.
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One day, Jesus was healing in the Temple when the children around Him began to shout “Hosanna to the Son of David!” The Temple leaders hated this, and told Jesus to make them stop. Jesus quoted from Psalms 8, saying “from the mouths of infants and children you have prepared praise for yourself.” What if I told you that Jesus’ words were actually a brutal condemnation of these religious leaders? And this is just one of dozens of hints for better Bible study all over the Gospels. I’ll prove it to you in less than 10 minutes.
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The science of Bible interpretation is known as “hermeneutics.” While there are many different methods, the most important foundational principle is called “exegesis.” It’s easy to define this as being a “literal interpretation.” But that's a terrible approach that creates really bad doctrine. I’ll prove it to you in less than 10 minutes.
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In the First Century AD, a despot sat on the throne of Israel. History has recognized him as a brilliant leader, a masterful architect, and a cunning diplomat. But Herod the Great was also unbelievably paranoid and horribly vengeful. His story ends just as the story of Jesus begins. Both will end their lives officially named “King of the Jews” by the Roman Empire. But their stories couldn't be more different.
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We like lists. They keep our lives simple and ordered. We LOVE them when it comes to our faith. Throw the 10 Commandments on the wall and call it good. The problem is following Jesus isn’t a formula. It’s a relationship with the God of Heaven and Earth. And that means it’s complicated. But the Greatest Commandment makes things a lot more simple, and I’ll prove it to you in less than 10 minutes.
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Ephesians 2:8-9 are two of the most beautiful verses in the entire Bible: “For by grace you are saved through faith, and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God. It is not from works, so that no one can boast.” The problem is, most of us stop there and ignore why we’ve been saved by grace. It’s so that we can do good works. It’s critically important to the mission of Jesus on Earth. And I’ll prove it to you in less than 10 minutes.
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In 1948, a Bedouin shepherd boy threw a rock into a cave in the Dead Sea Valley of Israel. He heard the shattering of pottery, and went to explore. This boy found the most significant archaeological discovery in history: the Dead Sea Scrolls. Most Christians have heard of these scrolls and the Scripture within them. But a little discussed set of fragments may have finally solved one of the greatest contradictions between Paul and Jesus found in the New Testament. I’ll prove it to you in around 10 minutes.
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Many Christians don’t understand the purpose of the Law and that it is one of the most beautiful expressions of the grace of God to all of humanity. Don’t believe me? I’ll prove it to you in less than 10 minutes!
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Raise your hand if you've heard this "Law VS Grace" thing before: God gave the Law to show us the difference between right and wrong. If anyone was able to perfectly obey it, they would never die or be punished by God. The bad news is that none of us can even come close to keeping the Law, and that means we're all going to Hell. But the good news is that Jesus DID perfectly keep every part of the Law. And because He was perfect and we aren't, He died for us so we don't have to. Now, we don't have to keep the Law anymore because we couldn't really do it in the first place. And that's called "grace." The problem with all of this is that Jesus said the exact opposite, and I'll prove it to you in less than 10 minutes.
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When we read the Gospels, two groups dominate the religious landscape: the Pharisees and the Sadducees. These influences and others rarely united around anything. That is, until Jesus entered the scene.
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We live in a world that wants everything to happen at superspeed. Fast food. Instant downloads. Same-day shipping. Give it to us fast and easy, or don’t give it to us at all. Please hear me out: this is killing our faith, and I’ll prove it to you in less than 10 minutes.
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Many evangelical Christians would have you believe that any move to unite humanity under a one world government - a “New World Order” - is against the Bible. They're wrong. The Gospel is all about uniting the world together into one unified people, and I’ll prove it to you in less than 10 minutes.
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Your Bible translation isn't intentionally deceiving you in some sinister way. But, for over 70 years, scholars have known that a word in Deuteronomy 32 has been interpreted incorrectly.
This word takes the biblical story to a whole new place. It makes the story explode with supernatural significance. You have to ask, "why are Christians so afraid of the supernatural realm?"
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Have you ever wondered why so many Christians act like there's an Old VS New Testament battle going on when they read the Bible? Megachurch pastor, Andy Stanley, went so far as to suggest that churches should "unhitch" from the Old Testament. This idea isn't new. It's been around pretty much since the Day of Pentecost. And it's all because most Christians have spent 2,000 years with their biblical paradigm upside-down. This is a big no-no, and I’ll prove it to you in less than 10 minutes.
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A few years ago I had lunch with a pastor who had launched one of the largest, most influential churches in America. He told me that when he disciples a new Christian, he ONLY gives them a New Testament, because “the Old Testament will only confuse them.” I couldn't believe that an influential pastor like him taught new Christians this is how to study the Bible. This is absurd! It's a TERRIBLE mistake that goes against everything Jesus taught, and I’ll prove it to you in 10 minutes.
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About two-thirds of the way through the Christian Bible, there’s a blank page. That page represents a period of 400 years between the end of the Old Testament and the beginning of the New Testament. Christians who ignore this page and what it means are responsible for terrible misinterpretations. If you’re making this mistake when you study the Bible, here’s a warning! You’re ignoring “The Most Dangerous Page in the Bible.”
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Do you love watching videos from The Bible Project? Is The Naked Bible Podcast with Michael S. Heiser one of your favorites? Do you stop what you’re doing when you run across a post from The Biblical Archaeology Review in your Facebook feed? If so, you might have just found a new resource in your journey of understanding the Bible in its CONTEXT!
Welcome to The Bible Nerds Show! I’m David, and I believe understanding the Bible in its historic, geographic, religious and cultural context helps us SEE JESUS more clearly, LOVE HIM more dearly, and FOLLOW HIM more nearly - day by day.
The Bible Nerds Show is a podcast that looks at the Bible in context.
Every episode takes a theme or passage and attempts to get closer to understanding it the way the original writer intended it to be understood.
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- Bible Nerds Weekly - where we’re spending an entire year in the Gospel of Matthew. Episodes release every Sunday morning.
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