Episode Details

Ever wondered why some Christians avoid parts of the Old Testament? In this episode of "The Minors" series, we dive into the challenging book of Nahum and confront a controversy that's been around since the 2nd century.

Meet Marcion, a bishop's son turned heretic, who literally cut out parts of the Bible he didn't like – including those describing God's wrath and judgment. Sound familiar? Many today still struggle with reconciling the seemingly "angry" God of the Old Testament with the "loving" God of the New Testament.

Nahum's opening verses hit hard with descriptions of God's vengeance, wrath, and jealousy. But instead of avoiding these uncomfortable truths, we'll explore:

• Why the "difficult" parts of the Bible often have the most to teach us
• How cultural blinders affect our view of God's character
• The danger of modern-day "Marcionism" in our approach to Scripture
• Understanding God's judgment in its proper context

Join us as we tackle these challenging themes and discover why embracing the full picture of God's character – including His justice – matters for believers today.

Part of our ongoing series exploring the Minor Prophets.