That's the theme of the podcast series I started several weeks ago. Most people either simply read the Bible like a cereal box, with no intent to analyze it, or like a textbook, which is sure to kill off curiosity. I began the series talking about how critical it is...
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Naked Bible Podcast Episode 018: Ancient Near Eastern Texts in Translation
The last episode of the podcast dealt with the need to tap into the intellectual output of the ancient Mediterranean world -- the Bible's own context -- in order to start thinking the thoughts of the biblical writers. This episode takes this recommendation further by...
Naked Bible Podcast: New Series on Bible Study Begins
I just uploaded the latest episode of the podcast. Wasn't sure I'd get to it this weekend with all the "last minute" MEMRA stuff, but I did. I expanded my "Heiser's Laws for Bible Study" essay into an introduction for a series on learning how to move beyond merely...
Naked Bible Survey Updates
Just wanted to give readers a brief update on the Naked Bible's two running surveys. Back in October I opened the competition to the first annual Harold Camping Bunkagesis award. With only a couple weeks to go to the deadline, Harold is running away with his...
Naked Bible Fantasy Football Winner
I'm happy to let the world know that the Pugnacious Pugs, led by my pug, Mori, dominated in the Naked Bible Fantasy Football league (291-189 over Craig's Steel Curtain). It's been a long time since I've won the league. Mori's drafting skills no doubt played a major...
Naked Bible Podcast Episode 169: Surviving and Thriving in Seminary: Conversation with Danny Zacharias and Ben Forrest
Ever thought about taking a seminary class? Getting a degree in biblical studies? Even if you haven’t and just want good advice on how to do biblical research on your own, you’ll want to listen in on this conversation. This episode of the podcast focuses on the book...
Naked Bible Podcast Episode 155: Interview with David Limbaugh
I think you'll all enjoy this interview with my friend David Limbaugh, author of The True Jesus: Uncovering the Divinity of Christ in the Gospels. Check out the lead blurb on the back of the book! This is a good read for anyone who wants a readable presentation of the...
Naked Bible Podcast 007 Uploaded
No, it's not about James Bond. Click through to find out! In this episode, Dr. Michael Heiser explores the question of how baptism should be performed, analyzing whether Scripture definitively supports immersion, sprinkling, or pouring. He examines the Greek verb...
Inaugural Episode of the Naked Bible Podcast
Well, finally pushed the button! You can listen to the first episode by going to the podcast page on this blog site, going to the podcast site itself, or going right to iTunes (Apple Podcasts). Check out all three locations! Feedback is appreciated! In the inaugural...
Naked Bible Fantasy Football is Back
For those of you who were reading the blog last year, you'll recall that I created a fantasy football league for the blog readership. It pains me to also remind you that I got my hat handed to me last season (finished fourth). Time for some sanctified revenge! If you...