Evangelicals have been enamored with the “quiet time” of daily Bible reading and prayer, but it often seems to be focused on reading a chapter quickly, avoiding eisegesis as best as possible, and then praying through a short list. Do you have any thoughts on the typical approach to “quiet times”? Is “devotional” reading of Scripture different for you than other times you read scripture during the day? How does that connect to prayer? Thanks for your thoughts.
Category: Bible
Discussing Echoes of Exodus with Josh Butler
I recently joined Josh Butler to discuss Echoes of Exodus on his church’s podcast. You can listen to the episode here.
Joseph Minich on Work
Today I am joined by Joseph Minich, who has just written a very short booklet on the subject of work for the Davenant Institute (get a copy here).
Theopolis Podcast: The Ninth Word (Ten Words)
Peter Leithart and I continue the latest Theopolis podcast series on the Ten Words, focusing this week upon the ninth word—you shall not bear false witness. Within it we discuss the often neglected broader meaning of this commandment and deal with the morality of lying.
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Theopolis Podcast: The Eighth Word (Ten Words)
Peter Leithart and I continue the latest Theopolis podcast series on the Ten Words, focusing this week upon the eighth word—you shall not steal. Within it we discuss issues related to the meaning and true recognition of property.
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Theopolis Podcast: The Seventh Word (Ten Words)
Peter Leithart and I continue the latest Theopolis podcast series on the Ten Words, focusing this week upon the seventh word—you shall not commit adultery.
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The Sea Creatures: Part III
Saul Versus Bar-Jesus
In Acts 13, Saul conflicts with the Jewish false prophet Bar-Jesus and is called by the name Paul for the first time. I explore the literary dynamics of this account a bit more closely.
Theopolis Podcast: The Sixth Word (Ten Words)
Peter Leithart and I are joined by James Jordan, as we continue the latest Theopolis podcast series on the Ten Words, focusing this week upon the sixth word—you shall not murder.
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What Spiritual Nutrients are in the Tops and Tails of Paul’s Letters?
Do you have any broader comments on the personal greetings and instructions at the end of Paul’s letters and their significance? Of course each one is unique, but I wondered if there’s anything we can draw more generally from their presence and recurring patterns.
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