Interviews

James, Paul, and the the Law of Moses in Acts 21:20-26 (Interview w/ Dr. G. Scott McKenzie)

James, Paul, and the the Law of Moses in Acts 21:20-26 (Interview w/ Dr. G. Scott McKenzie)

Did the apostle Paul teach believers to abandon the Law of Moses? In Acts 21, we see a rumor circulating that he did, which prompts James to propose a plan for Paul to debunk this rumor and set the record straight. What does this passage reveal about Paul’s stance on the Law of Moses? My guest, Dr. G. Scott McKenzie, explores these questions in his recent book, “Walking Orderly, Keeping the Law.” In his book, Dr. McKenzie examines Acts 21 and critiques traditional antinomian interpretations that seek to deny its clear pronomian implications. I’m excited to have Dr. McKenzie with us to discuss his work, and I hope this interview blesses you.

The Old Testament Law for Christians (Interview w/ Dr. Richard Averbeck)

The Old Testament Law for Christians (Interview w/ Dr. Richard Averbeck)

Is the Old Testament Law—the Torah—relevant to Christians today? My guest, Dr. Richard Averbeck, says that it is. In his recent book, The Old Testament Law for the Life of the Church, Dr. Averbeck makes the case that the Law of Moses remains in effect for Christians today. I’m excited to have him with us to discuss his book.

Did Jesus Invalidate the Torah’s Food Laws in Mark 7:1-23? (Interview w/ Dr. Logan Williams)

Did Jesus Invalidate the Torah’s Food Laws in Mark 7:1-23? (Interview w/ Dr. Logan Williams)

Did Jesus abolish the distinction between permitted (clean) and prohibited (unclean) food in the Torah? Many say that he did based on his interaction with the Pharisees in Mark 7:1-23. However, Dr. Logan Williams challenges this antinomian reading of Mark 7:1-23 and offers a more plausible interpretation.

Pro-Torah Scholarship and First-Century Meal Customs (Interview w/ Caleb Hegg)

Pro-Torah Scholarship and First-Century Meal Customs (Interview w/ Caleb Hegg)

Join me as I sit down with Caleb Hegg from TorahResource to discuss the important work TorahResource is doing to offer solid, pro-Torah scholarship for the Body of Messiah. We also explore the fascinating world of Greco-Roman meal customs and how this historical context can bring new understanding to New Testament passages about communal meals in the early church.

What Scripture Says About Same-Sex Relationships (An Interview with Dr. Michael Brown)

What Scripture Says About Same-Sex Relationships (An Interview with Dr. Michael Brown)

I had the honor of interviewing biblical scholar and author, Dr. Michael Brown, regarding what Scripture says about homosexual practice. In this interview, Dr. Brown makes the case that the Bible condemns homosexual practice and provides thoughtful responses to objections from modern critics.

The Powerful Role of Women in the Great Commission

The Powerful Role of Women in the Great Commission

Women have been oppressed, taken advantage of, and even limited in Kingdom work throughout history and even into today. But setting aside worldly culture and religious tradition, what does the Bible actually teach regarding the value and role of women in ministry and gospel work? Join me and Pd Vander Westhuizen in this lively discussion regarding God’s will for women.

Does God Hate Women? - Interview with Douglas Hamp

Does God Hate Women? - Interview with Douglas Hamp

Many people claim the God of the Bible hates women, that he is misogynistic, that he has created a male-first society. They claim the laws of the Bible make women little more than property. Are these claims true? What does the Bible really say? I sit down with Dr. Douglas Hamp to address these questions.