Archive for May 2020
Eavesdrop on a Theological Conversation: Recent Episodes of the Credo Podcast
Are you looking to deepen your understanding of theology? In the last several episodes of the Credo Podcast, a range of doctrinal issues have been covered, including Trinitarianism, doctrine of Scripture, hermeneutics, communion with God, the book of Revelation, and Matthew Barrett’s new book: Canon, Covenant and Christology. In each episode, Matthew Barrett talks with…
Read MoreA Heart for Wisdom: Proverbs 4:10-27
Editor’s note: This is part eight in a brief series on the book of Proverbs that Fred Zaspel is writing (see part one, two, three, four, five, six, and seven). In this series, he will be noting an overview, certain themes, and specific texts in the book of Proverbs. 10 Hear, my son, and accept my words, that…
Read MoreWisdom: A Family Tradition (Proverbs 4:1-9)
Editor’s note: This is part seven in a brief series on the book of Proverbs that Fred Zaspel is writing (see part one, two, three, four, five, and six). In this series, he will be noting an overview, certain themes, and specific texts in the book of Proverbs. Hear, O sons, a father’s instruction, and be attentive, that…
Read MoreHow Does the Ascension Interact with and Clarify Other Doctrines?
How does the ascension shed light on other doctrines of the Christian faith? What does the ascension have to do with the cross and resurrection? Does the ascension tell us something important about Christ’s kingdom reign? How does the ascension clarify our eschatology? In this video, Patrick Schreiner discusses the importance of the ascension and…
Read MoreNew Credo Video: The Ascension and Other Doctrines
How does the ascension shed light on other doctrines of the Christian faith? What does the ascension have to do with the cross and resurrection? Does the ascension tell us something important about Christ’s kingdom reign? How does the ascension clarify our eschatology? In this video, Patrick Schreiner discusses the importance of the ascension and…
Read MoreDoctrine for Life: Recent Episodes from the Credo Video Series
In the last several episodes of the Credo Video series, a range of topics have been covered, including Christ’s ascent, mission of the church, cross and kingdom, the book of Micah, the canon, divine jealousy, and Trinitarian analogies. In each episode, fellow theologians talk about the most important doctrines of the faith and the implications…
Read MoreLiving Under God and Unto God: Proverbs 3
Editor’s note: This is part six in a brief series on the book of Proverbs that Fred Zaspel is writing (see part one, two, three, four, and five). In this series, he will be noting an overview, certain themes, and specific texts in the book of Proverbs. My son, do not forget my teaching, but let…
Read MoreThe Pursuit of Wisdom: Proverbs 2
Editor’s note: This is part five in a brief series on the book of Proverbs that Fred Zaspel is writing (see part one, two, three, and four). In this series, he will be noting an overview, certain themes, and specific texts in the book of Proverbs. My son, if you receive my words and treasure up…
Read MoreCanon, Covenant and Christology (Part 3)
How do biblical theology and dogmatics relate? What is the relationship between canon, covenant, and christology? How does Jesus fulfill the Scriptures in word and deed? What is sensus plenior? What is the relation between typology, biblical theology, and divine authorship? In this episode, Brandon D. Smith interviews Matthew Barrett on his recent book Canon, Covenant…
Read MoreNew Credo Podcast: Canon, Covenant and Christology (Part 3)
How do biblical theology and dogmatics relate? What is the relationship between canon, covenant, and christology? How does Jesus fulfill the Scriptures in word and deed? What is sensus plenior? What is the relation between typology, biblical theology, and divine authorship? In this episode, Brandon D. Smith interviews Matthew Barrett on his recent book Canon, Covenant…
Read MoreWhy Would a New Testament Scholar Write Historical Fiction? Fiction as a Vehicle for Truth
The new issue of Credo Magazine, “The Truth Inside the Lie,” focuses on the relationship between theology and fiction. The following is an excerpt from Ben Witherington’s article, “Why Would a New Testament Scholar Write Historical Fiction?” Ben Witherington joined the Asbury Seminary faculty in 1995 after teaching at Ashland Theological Seminary for more than…
Read MoreKnowledge of God in Practice (part 2)
Now that we’ve answered the questions, “What is theology?” and “How do I engage in theology?” we turn to the question, “Why is theology for all of life?” It’s a question of equal importance, but not less than the other questions. Theology is not only intellectual at its best; it is rigorous in its precision…
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