Have you ever wondered why the Bible doesnt tell us who Cains wife is, or why the Gospels give different lists of who came first to the tomb? Why do these gaps (and others) exist in the biblical nar

Does the Old Testament record the very words of Jesus? In this special interview, I discuss prosopological exegesis with Matthew Bates. Prosopological Exegesis This interview was inspired by the fascinating The Birth of the Trinity by Matthew Bates.

Knowing the purposes behind Paul’s letter to the Romans can be surprising and helpful for seeing just how practical and relevant it is. Related Links Jackson Wu, Paul Writes to the Greek First and Also to the Jew: The Missiological... Continue Reading →

What do Emperor Claudius’ decree in AD49 and a mysterious figure called “Chrestus” have to do with Paul’s letter to the Romans? Links We recommend any good Romans commentary for more information! Craig Keener – Romans (NCC) Thomas Schreiner –...

Becoming sensitive to the use of typology can really enhance one’s understanding of the Bible. Learn what typology is and isn’t, and how it can benefit your study. Links Article by Randy: Typology: A Key to Interpreting the Bible

Have you noticed that Scripture often repeats itself in reverse, creating a mirror image? This is known as a chiasm. Chiasmus are a tool the Biblical authors used regularly, and in this episode we discuss their importance. Links Biblical Chiasmus...

Familiarity with the significance of honor and shame in the ancient world will enhance your understanding of the Bible on every page. Honor & Shame Examples of head and face communicating honor or shame: 1 Sam. 10:1; Ps. 23:5; Judg.... Continue Reading →

Inclusio, or bracketing, is a literary framing technique found regularly in the Bible. In this episode, we, along with our guest Spencer Robinson, examine some examples of inclusio in Scripture and why they matter. Check out Spencer’s blog Spoiled Milks

The Psalms have a unique place in the Biblical canon and in the worship of Jews and Christians. Psalms are commonly read individually, but what if we read them as part of a book: the Psalter? Links These are some... Continue Reading →

When reading the Gospel of Mark, have you ever found that he interrupted himself mid-story to tell a different one? If so, you have tasted what’s known as a Markan Sandwich, also known as intercalation. Any good commentary should point...