Bible and Theology Matters

In this conversation, Dr. Paul Paul Pettit and Jason Epps discuss the themes of disability and community within the church, focusing on the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities, both physical and social. They emphasize the importance of building genuine friendships, advocating for inclusivity, and the need for a mindset shift in how churches approach disability. The discussion also highlights the five-step plan for fostering relationships with individuals with disabilities, aiming to create a more inclusive and understanding community.To watch this interview, visit: www.YouTube.com/@BibleAndTheologyMattersTake Aways-Disability is often viewed through the lens of physical barriers, but social barriers can be even more significant.-Building genuine friendships with individuals with disabilities is crucial for inclusion.-Awareness of physical barriers can lead to better accessibility in churches and communities.-Advocacy is essential in helping individuals with disabilities navigate social situations. -The concept of 'temporarily able-bodied' reminds us that anyone can face disability at any time.-Engaging with individuals with disabilities requires a mindset shift from pity to partnership. -The five-step plan includes noticing, engaging, researching, incorporating, and advocating for individuals with disabilities.-Churches should focus on genuine relationships rather than checking off boxes for service.-Education and exposure to disabilities can foster understanding and compassion in communities.

What did the early church fathers believe about the Antichrist? What did they believe about the rapture and the timing of it? These questions and more will be answered in this third, of a three-part podcast series with Dr. Svigel. We continue to discuss the contents of his book Fathers on the Future: A 2nd Century Eschatology for the 21st Century Church.

Dr. Svigel returns to the BTM podcast to discuss what the early church fathers (Apostolic Fathers) have to say about the End Times. We disuss the writings of Irenaeus, Shepherd of Hermas, Epistle of Barnabas, Papias, Justin Martyr, and the Didache have to say about the tribulation, Anti-Christ, judgment of the wicked, resurrection of the saints, and the coming 1,000 year reign of Christ on the earth. You won't want to miss this discussion. We also discuss when and how the church changed so drastically from its earliest teaching on the end times.

Dr. Michael Svigel, Department Chair and Professor of Theological Studies at Dallas Theological Seminary returns to the Bible and Theology Matters podcast to discuss his soon to be released book Fathers on the Future: A 2nd Century Eschatology for the 21st Century Church. In it we begin to discuss what the Apostolic Fathers have to say about the end times. It is sure to be a fascinating discussion. This book is the byproduct of Dr. Svigel's 17 years of teaching on Eschatology as well as his man years teaching a course on the Apostolic Fathers! 

Dr. Michael Gleghorn, a professor at Grand Canyon University, returns to the Bible and Theology Matters podcast to continue our discussion on ancient evidence for the historical Jesus from non-biblical sources. In this episode we will discuss what the Jewish Talmud, the writings of Jewish historian Josephus Flavius, and Lucian, the Roman satyrist, has to say about the historical Jesus of Nazareth.

Dr. Michael Gleghorn, professor at Grand Canyon University, discusses the evidence for Jesus from extra-biblical sources from the first two centuries. In this episode we will discuss the writings of the Roman Historian Tacitus and Pliny the Younger. These ancient sources mention the crucifixion of Jesus under Pontius Pilate, the outbreak of followers of Jesus Christ, and even elude to the resurrection of Jesus.

Dr. Benjamin Laird, Associate Professor of Biblical Studies at Liberty University and co-author of the book 40 Questions about the Apostle Paul, returns to the Bible and Theology Matters podcast to discuss the life of the Apostle Paul. We will discuss the Apostle Paul's training under Gamaliel, Paul's missionary strategy, Paul's journey to Rome, the differences between Paul's first and second Roman imprisonment, the events that occur between the two, and Paul's martyrdom under Nero, prior to Nero's suicide in AD 68.

Dr. Benjamin Laird, Associate Professor of Biblical Studies at Liberty University and co-author of the book 40 Questions about the Apostle Paul, joins the Bible and Theology Matters podcast to discuss the life of the Apostle Paul. What do we know for sure? What do we deduce from the biblical, and extra-biblical evidence? And, what is simply conjecture, regarding the life of the most influential theologian and writer of the 1st century? We will discuss this, and much more in this episode!

If the Bible is inspired and inerrant, and it is, one would expect archaeology to affirm it, and it does! In this episode, Dr. Weaver shares four incredible discoveries from the field of Biblical Archaeology that affirms our faith in the historicity and reliability of Scripture.

Dr. Weaver speaks on the tragic consequences that result from denying the inspiration and inerrancy of Scripture. He cites example after example of churches, denominations, and seminaries who have abandoned the orthodox teaching on inerrancy which ultimately leads to the abandonment of other orthodox teachings of Scripture, including the resurrection of Christ, the virgin birth, substitutionary atonement and much more!