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Was Jesus a False Prophet?
Episode 27
Historical scholars for over a century have maintained that Jesus predicted that the end of history as we know it was to come in his own generation.…
3 years, 5 months ago
Did Jesus Even Exist?
Episode 25
The (considerable) vitriol directed against Bart by theologically conservative Christians is (easily) matched by what he gets from critics on the op…
3 years, 5 months ago
The Genius of the Gospel of Mark
Episode 24
In this episode Bart explains why Mark is not only his favorite Gospel but also his favorite book of the Bible, a book with subtleties, nuances, and…
3 years, 6 months ago
Was Mary Magdalene Jesus' Wife?
Episode 23
If possible, is it true? In this episode we look at what we can actually know about Mary Magdalene and her relationship with Jesus.
3 years, 6 months ago
Does the Bible Condemn Homosexuality? Guest Interview with Jeffrey Siker
Episode 21
One of the few ways people today actually appeal to the Old Testament is to condemn same-sex sexual relations (while they ignore much of everything e…
3 years, 6 months ago
Why is the Book of Revelation in the Bible?
Episode 20
Revelation is the least read and most misunderstood book of the New Testament. Many readers wonder why it is in there at all.
In this episode we co…
3 years, 7 months ago
Is the God of Revelation the Same as the God of Jesus?
Episode 19
In this episode we consider the portrayal of God in the book of Revelation. Is he a God of love who seeks what is best for those he created? Or at l…
3 years, 7 months ago
Is the Christ of Revelation Out for Blood?
Episode 18
It is surprising that many scholars say that Revelation is not a violent book and was never meant to be. In their judgment, the controlling image of…
3 years, 7 months ago