“If we believe that Jesus is the revelation of God, then the more we know about Jesus the more we know about God. ” Micah Spicer Listen to the whole story. Jesus in his Political Context
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Historical Jesus
Lessons from the Cross
The Cross has been the symbol of Christianity for centuries. What do we know about Crucifixion from the ancient world? How might these insights help us to understand Jesus’ death better? In this episode of the Scripture and Spice Podcast, learn about Jesus’ death on the cross, and the political […]
Read MoreJesus in his Political Context
How do we reconcile the belief that Jesus is 100% divine and 100% human? What was religious and political life like during the time of Jesus? Who are the Pharisees, Saducees, and Essenes? Why should we study the humanity of Jesus and consider the context of 1st century Palestine? […]
Read MoreJesus & Temple Economics
Matthew 21:12-17, Mark 11:15-19, Luke 19:45-48, John 2:13-22 What economic implications does the temple have in Israel during the lifetime of Jesus? What does Jesus think about taxes and sacrifices associated with the Temple in Jerusalem? Why does Jesus cleanse the temple? Luke’s Gospel as good news for the poor. […]
Read MoreCrucifixion as an Act of Justice
Colossians 2: 13-14, Romans 3: 23-25, Galatians 2: 15-16 Act of Crucifixion How do we define atonement? What is penal substitution? John Piper vs. NT Wright debate
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Why have a podcast on the Bible? Who is the historical Jesus? What are some beliefs about his death? How certain are we that Jesus died on a Roman Cross? What does the Quran teach about the crucifixion of Jesus?
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