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Have you ever wondered why God doesn’t seem to move as fast as you want? In Scripture, God rarely works in the timeline of a single life. He works in generations. From Abraham to Mary, from Lois to Timothy, the Bible teaches us that faith is something received, nurtured, and passed on. In this episode, Dr. T. Michael W. Halcomb breaks down the “Generation Lens”—a way of reading Scripture that help...

In this episode of the ProveText Podcast, Dr. T. Michael W. Halcomb sits down with Dr. Paul D. Miller—professor of international affairs at Georgetown University, veteran of the war in Afghanistan, and author of The Religion of American Greatness: What’s Wrong with Christian Nationalism—to talk about Christian nationalism, patriotism, and faithful public engagement. What is Christian nationalism,...

Most of us were taught to read the Bible as a story about me —my faith, my salvation, my walk with God. But Scripture wasn’t written to individuals. It was written to communities . In this episode, Dr. T. Michael W. Halcomb unpacks the Group Lens —revealing how covenant, calling, identity, and even salvation were understood as we , not me . Once you see this lens, it changes how you read nearly ev...

Did the Gospel exist before Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John? Dr. T. Michael W. Halcomb sits down with Dr. Clint Burnett to trace the earliest Christian use of “gospel” in Paul’s letters—as a singular proclamation from God that is apocalyptic, centered on the Messiah event (death, burial, resurrection, ascension), eschatological, grounded in the Old Testament, and tied to Paul’s calling as apostle to...

Most of us skip the maps in our Bibles—but what if where things happen is just as important as what happens? In this episode, Dr. Michael Halcomb unpacks the Geography Lens and shows how place, terrain, and distance reveal God’s story—from the wilderness to Galilee, from exile to resurrection. 👉 Watch more from The Lenses of Scripture playlist to see the Bible in color 📍 Subscribe for weekly epi...

What did Paul actually mean in 1 Timothy 2:9–15—adornment, “quietness,” authority, and being “saved through childbearing”? In this conversation, Dr. T. Michael W. Halcomb and Dr. Anessa Westbrook put the text back in Ephesus—with Artemis and the “new Roman wife”—to show how context changes everything. Order Teaching God’s Sons & Daughters: Essays in Honor of Allen Black, here: https://glossaho...

Why does the Bible include so many genealogies? In this episode of The Lenses of Scripture , Dr. T. Michael W. Halcomb shows how these ancient “family trees” aren’t filler — they’re theology. Through the Genealogy Lens , we see that God’s promises run through imperfect people, messy stories, and forgotten names — all woven into His plan of redemption. 👁️‍🗨️ Don’t skip the lists — look closer. 📖 D...

This is Part 2 of 3 of our discussion with Phil Bray on Jesus’ relationship to the Two Goats motif and the Levitical system. Check out Phil’s book Leviticus on the Butcher's Block! https://www.amazon.com/Leviticus-Butc... Email us your questions and comments! thebibleincontextpodcast@gmail.com The Bible in Context Podcast — Mercy Hill Church ( https://www.mercyhillshep.org/the-bib... ) Passages re...

What if gender in the Bible isn’t something God argues about—but something He reveals through? Dr. T. Michael W. Halcomb explores how gender shapes the stories of Scripture, showing how God lifts up the overlooked and uses both men and women to move His redemptive story forward. See the Bible through the Gender Lens—where Hagar names God, women proclaim the resurrection, and the powerful are humbl...

This is Part 2 of 3 of our discussion with Phil Bray on Jesus’ relationship to the Two Goats motif and the Levitical system. Check out Phil’s book Leviticus on the Butcher's Block! https://www.amazon.com/Leviticus-Butc... Email us your questions and comments! thebibleincontextpodcast@gmail.com The Bible in Context Podcast — Mercy Hill Church ( https://www.mercyhillshep.org/the-bib... ) Passage...

Most of us read the Bible like it’s timeless and placeless — but what if there’s more to see? In this video from The Lenses of Scripture series, Dr. T. Michael W. Halcomb explores five key “G’s” that can transform the way you read the Bible. By learning to see Scripture through the right lenses — Gender, Geography, Generation, Group, and Genealogy — we begin to uncover layers of meaning that bring...

This is Part 1 of 3 of our discussion with Phil Bray on Jesus’ relationship to the Two Goats motif and the Levitical system. Check out Phil’s book Leviticus on the Butcher's Block! https://www.amazon.com/Leviticus-Butc... Email us your questions and comments! thebibleincontextpodcast@gmail.com The Bible in Context Podcast — Mercy Hill Church (https://www.mercyhillshep.org/the-bib...) Passages...

Most of us think we’re just reading the Bible — but we’re really reading it through our own lenses: our culture, language, assumptions, and time. Dr. T. Michael W. Halcomb invites you to see Scripture the way the original readers did. In this intro to The Lenses of Scripture series, discover why changing your lens changes everything about how you see God’s Word. When you see the Bible through its...

Nate and Caleb have a conversation with Matthew Halsted about texts that supposedly teach the rapture. Those texts are discussed in light of their historical context in order to help us reorient our hope on Jesus. Check out Matt's book on a proper understanding of the end times, "The End of the World as You Know It" (https://amzn.to/3U9bbbL affiliate link).Email us your questions and...

In this episode of SLA Insights, Dr. Jennifer Noonan discusses various techniques for vocabulary learning, focusing on the method of retelling stories as a means of indirect vocabulary acquisition. She emphasizes the importance of comprehension and context in learning new words, and outlines the process of preparing texts for students. The episode also explores different variations of the retellin...

In this episode of SLA Insights, Dr. Jennifer Noonan discusses vocabulary learning and acquisition, focusing on a specific procedure called 'Recycled Words.' This method, developed by Mary E. Blake and Patricia Majors, involves a series of steps designed to enhance vocabulary learning through various activities and modes. The conversation covers the importance of using both direct and indi...

In this episode of SLA Insights, Dr. Jennifer Noonan discusses effective strategies for improving vocabulary learning, focusing on three main techniques: imaging, instantiation, and the keyword technique. Each method emphasizes the importance of creating strong memory traces through intentional engagement with vocabulary. The episode also addresses the limitations of these techniques and encourage...

This conversation explores the 26th chapter of Matthew, focusing on key events such as Jesus' prayer in Gethsemane, his betrayal by Judas, the trial before the high priest, and Peter's denial. Each segment delves into the emotional and spiritual significance of these moments, providing insights into the themes of faith, betrayal, and redemption. Tune in for part 2 of the Matthew chapter 26...

In this episode of SLA Insights, Dr. Jennifer Noonan discusses the effectiveness of vocabulary flashcards for language learning. She emphasizes the importance of repetition and direct learning, providing strategies for selecting words, creating flashcards, and practicing with them. The episode covers various techniques to enhance vocabulary acquisition, including avoiding interference, using gramm...

In this episode of the Christ in Classics podcast, host Colton Moore engages with Dr. Holly Ordway, a prominent scholar on Tolkien, to explore the themes of heroism in 'The Hobbit'. They discuss Dr. Ordway's personal journey with Tolkien's works, the role of literary criticism, and how hobbit-ness shapes heroism. The conversation also delves into Gollum's impact on Bilbo's...

In this conversation, the speaker delves into the teachings of Jesus as presented in the 26th chapter of Matthew, exploring themes of betrayal, the Last Supper, and the significance of Jesus' actions. The discussion highlights the importance of faith, the role of Judas, and Peter's denial, providing insights into the deeper meanings of these biblical events. ***GlossaHouse resources are available...

In this episode of SLA Insights, Dr. Jennifer Noonan discusses the essential role of vocabulary acquisition in reading fluency. She introduces two primary approaches to vocabulary instruction: direct and indirect instruction. Direct instruction focuses on intentional and conscious learning of vocabulary items, while indirect instruction emphasizes incidental learning through context. The episode h...

In this episode of the Christ and Classics podcast, Colton Moore and Matt Bianco delve into Plato's dialogue, Meno, exploring the nature of virtue and whether it can be taught. They discuss their personal connections to Plato, the philosophical implications of the dialogue, and the role of divine inspiration in understanding virtue. The conversation highlights the complexities of teaching virt...

In this episode, Jesse Orloff helps us take a closer look at Koine Greek and grow in our love of and appreciation for the language. This is stuff you don’t want to miss! Join us for this episode where Jesse talks about and reads 2 Corinthians 6 in Koine Greek. Tune in to learn more!***GlossaHouse resources are available at our website! - https://glossahouse.com/✏️ ***Sign up for classes with Gloss...

In this episode of SLA Insights, Dr. Jennifer Noonan discusses the factors affecting vocabulary acquisition and retention, focusing on the negative impact of interference. She explains how learning certain words together, especially synonyms and antonyms, can hinder vocabulary retention. Dr. Noonan emphasizes the importance of teaching vocabulary in thematic groups rather than semantic groups to e...