In With the Old

From Adam and Israel to the Church with Dr. Benjamin Gladd Tim Howe sits down with Dr. Benjamin Gladd to discuss his book From Adam and Israel to the Church: A Biblical Theology of the People of God and trace the identity of God’s people from Genesis to the New Testament. The conversation centers on how the Bible presents humanity as image-bearers with prophetic, priestly, and kingly vocation, and...

Trees are not just scenery in the Bible—they are one of its most powerful ways of talking about life, wisdom, kingship, judgment, and hope. Dr. William Rusty Osborne shows how this overlooked image ties Genesis to Revelation and changes the way you read the Old Testament. Host Tim Howe and Dr. Osborne trace the story from the garden’s two trees to the wisdom language of Proverbs and Psalms, then i...

Was God punishing David for a sin God himself caused? 2 Samuel 24 is one of the strangest and most troubling stories in the Old Testament, and this episode pulls it apart piece by piece to show why it is actually a story about pride, mercy, and atonement. Tim Howe takes you into David’s military census, the devastating plague that follows, and the shocking reason this judgment lands so hard. You’l...

This episode examines one of the Old Testament’s most puzzling scenes from 2 Kings 2:23-25 and asks what really happened at Bethel. Tim Howe walks through the historical context, the Hebrew language, and the covenant background to show why this story is more than a simple tale of an angry prophet and a bear attack. The result is a sharper picture of Elisha’s role, Israel’s idolatry, and how God’s...

I n this conversation with host Tim Howe, Dr. Gary Schnittjer unpacks his book Connected: How Scripture Guides the Study of Scripture and explains why many modern Bible study methods start in the wrong place. Instead of building artificial bridges to get to the text, he argues that the Bible itself gives us the pattern for reading it well, because the biblical writers were constantly reading, inte...

In this episode of In with the Old , host Tim Howe talks with Dr. Patrick Schreiner, professor of New Testament and Biblical Theology at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, about his book The Four Senses of Scripture: Learning from Ancient Ways of Reading the Bible . They explore why Scripture should be read differently from other books, how divine authorship shapes interpretation, and why th...

In this episode, Tim Howe opens season seven of In with the Old by unpacking the bizarre story of the Hebrew midwives in Exodus 1. The question at the center is whether their deception of Pharaoh can be understood as faithfulness to God. Tim traces the story through Genesis and Exodus to show how Pharaoh’s actions fit the larger biblical pattern of opposition to God’s preserving of the promised li...

Most people associate the book of Ruth with loyalty or tragedy — but what if its true power lies in the prayers woven throughout the story? Discover how every major turning point in Ruth hinges on prayer, God's unwavering response, and the kingdom-wide implications of those answered prayers. In this eye-opening episode of In With the Old , we explore the often-overlooked prayers in Ruth — from Nao...

In this episode of @inwiththeold, Dr. Tim Howe discusses God's consideration for the poor in the Mosaic Law. Tim discusses the alternative sacrifices the poor could offer, the special tithe God asked people to give to the poor and needy, and the laws of gleaning that ensured the food had both the dignity of work and a means to survive. God's desires His people to reflect His special love and care...

The Return of the Kingdom: A Biblical Theology of God's Reign On this episode of  @InWiththeOld  , discover how the concept of God's kingdom runs from Genesis to Revelation, shaping biblical theology and the believer's life today. Join Dr. Stephen Dempster in exploring the Old Testament's deep roots of kingship, God's sovereignty, and the promised future fulfilment of His reign. Key Topics The bib...

When you encounter the violent stories in Scripture, does your view of God become shaken? Dr. Matthew Lynch, an expert in Old Testament studies, challenges the common assumptions with profound insights rooted in biblical theology and ancient Near Eastern context. He reveals how understanding God's original peaceful design for creation and His grief over violence reshape our interpretations—and dee...

Dr. Tim Howe walks through the foundational text for understanding God's call for the people of Israel, Exodus 19:3-6. What does it mean that God called Israel to be a kingdom of priests and a holy nation?

Discover how the Old Testament Historical Books foreshadow Christ with Dr. Ian Vaillancourt, exploring themes of redemption, typology, and the Bible's grand story. Part 2 of 2. You can find Dr. Vaillancourt's book @ https://www.amazon.com/Unfolding-Redemption-Gospel-Testament-History-ebook/dp/B0FGM6MSWT . 00:00 - Introduction: The themes of inclusion and God's redemptive plan across the Bible 02:3...

Discover how the Old Testament Historical Books foreshadow Christ with Dr. Ian Vaillancourt, exploring themes of redemption, typology, and the Bible's grand story. Key Topics: Dr. Vaillancourt’s personal journey from non-reader to biblical scholar dedicated to Old Testament studies. The significance of biblical theology and the "big picture" perspective for understanding Scripture. The role of typ...

This song features lyrics written by Sydney Reno. The song was inspired by a sermon on Psalm 1 at The Potter's House of Camdenton, MO. Used by permission.

Psalm 1 teaches us to be rooted in the instruction of God's law. God's instruction is honest, personal, and reveals God's heart.

The way many approach biblical law is backwards. It’s not about legalism—it's about shaping minds and hearts. Most of us see law as rules you break or keep. But Torah is about more: it’s formational, mental, relational. It ’s a training ground for justice, guiding us to think beyond rules—shaping how we see others, ourselves, and God’s mission. Biblical law is rooted in God's character and His mis...

In this episode, Tim interviews Dr. Matthew Swale, author of Scripture's Use of Scripture in the Old Testament . Dr. Swale helps leaders understand allusions in the Bible, especially how allusions play an important role in understanding how the writers of the Old Testament build upon each other.

In this episode, Tim discusses how Psalm 22 and Isaiah 53 point us to the resurrection of Jesus Christ.

Welcome back to In With the Old! We are looking forward to Season 6.

Today we have a special episode. Dr. Peter Lau joins Tim to discuss the book of Ruth and Dr. Lau's new commentary on the book! Peter Lau is Lecturer in Old Testament studies at Seminari Theoloji Malaysia and an honorary research associate at the University of Sydney. His commentary on the book of Ruth is a fantastic resource, and we hope you enjoy this discussion. #ruth #biblicalstudies #character...

In today's episode, we finish out the book of Habakkuk. It has been a long and difficult journey, but we finally get to see the Prophet's lesson. What is that lesson? Find out in today's episode! #biblicalstudies #faithfulness #podcast #biblestudy #oldtestament #bible #habakkuk

In today's episode, we enter the home stretch. God has given the prophet his final word, so what will Habakkuk take from that lesson? We start to see what he has learned this week. Find out those lessons in today's episode! #biblicalstudies #characteranalysis #faithfulness #podcast #biblestudy #oldtestament #bible #habakkuk

In today's episode, we see God's pronouncement of Woe on the Chaldeans and Judah. What do these woes have to teach us today? Find out in today's episode! #biblicalstudies #characteranalysis #faithfulness #podcast #biblestudy #oldtestament #bible #habakkuk

In today's episode, we see God's final reply and one of the most quoted passages of Scripture. The righteous shall live by faith, but what does that mean? What is the balance between trust and asking questions? Find out in today's episode! #biblicalstudies #characteranalysis #faithfulness #podcast #biblestudy #oldtestament #bible #habakkuk