War in the Bible: an Examination of Biblical Conflict and Violence
The Bible doesn’t flinch at portraying the world’s violence, especially during wartime. And while there is no such thing as a kind and gentle war, you might be surprised to learn t...
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Giveaway — Theologian Trading Cards, and Bonus Theology Baseball Game
UPDATE 10/18/13: Aaron Sperry is our winner this time around. He said he'd join the St. James Padres because "I enjoy the study an...
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What If Paul Hadn’t Written Philippians? We’d Miss 4 Things
"Philippians offers a treasure trove of 'good news' to the church today even as it spoke welcome words of comfort, encou...
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Evangelical Theology Blog Tour
We invite you to review Michael F. Bird's forthcoming book Evangelical Theology: A Biblical and Systematic Introduction.
UPDATE: Than...
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Who does the commending in Romans 13:3? Politicians Or Other people? (Mondays with Mounce 202)
I heard my nephew preach this morning on Romans 13. It was fun watching him work to make the main point and not let politics deter people’s...
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Extracurricular Activities — October 12, 2013
Scot McKnight Unpacks NT Wrights View of Rome as Empire and Emperor Worship
In this chp we get to the heart of the new contribution that PF...
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Introducing "A Brief History of Old Testament Criticism" By Mark Gignilliat
Three distinctives mark Old Testament interpretation from the modern period (circa 1660 – 1970): a new interest in the Bible’s specific his...
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Matthew 6:25-34: Radical Words for Trusting God for Life's Ordinaries — An Excerpt from McKnight's "Sermon on the Mount" Commentary
"Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear...do not...
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Michael Bird, Why Would A Biblical Scholar Like You Write A Systematic Theology?
That's a good question! One Mike Bird has asked himself, he says in a new video introducing his new book Evangelical Theology.
So what ...
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Augustine and McKnight Agree: Jesus's Sermon is The "Perfect Standard of the Christian Life"
I'm currently preparing an early-2014 sermon series that will focus on the teachings of Jesus. As I've begun preparing I find myse...
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Extracurricular Activities — October 5, 2013
How Did Calvin and Wesley Differ on Scripture? Scot McKnight Explains
John Calvin and John Wesley differed on Scripture, not on its inspira...
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Los Angeles Theology Conference 2014: A Call for Papers on Trinitarian Theology
Last year, Zondervan partnered with Biola University and Fuller Theological Seminary to launch the inaugural annual Los Angeles Theology Con...
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What Was Paul's Vision for Unity In the Church? — An Excerpt from Lynn H. Cohick's "Philippians" (SGBC)
This week we are introducing a new Bible commentary series, The Story of God Bible Commentary. This new series, edited by Tremper Longman II...
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Introducing "The Story of God Bible Commentary": Listen to, Interpret, and Live God's Story
We are pleased to introduce to you a new line of Bible commentaries we hope will draw people deeper into God's Story and serve the Chur...
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My Advice to Students — Peter Enns Says, "Be Flexible About Your Expectations."
In the middle of my M.Div. program I had contemplated pursuing a doctorate in historical theology upon graduation. My academic mentor, Dr. M...
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My Advice to Students — Doug Campbell Shares 2 Things to Cure Boredom and Theological Weakness in Students
In our ongoing advice series to students, Doug Campbell (contributor to the book Four Views on the Apostle Paul) shares two bits...
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Wednesday Giveaway — Awakening Faith: Daily Devotions from the Early Church
UPDATE 10/4/13: Steve Herreid is the winner of this weeks giveaway. He said he has learned from Augustine. Thanks to everyone who shared a c...
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