Rethinking Scripture

Rethinking Scripture Podcast -  Episode 99 - Matthew 10 - The Lost Sheep of the House of Israel: A Fresh Look at Jesus' Mission Instructions January 12, 2026 - Host: Dr. Gregory Hall In this episode we continue our study of the Gospel of Matthew. This episode discusses Matthew  chapter 10—Jesus' second major discourse. It’s where Jesus commissions His twelve disciples. We discuss the list of apost...

Rethinking Scripture Podcast -  Episode 98:  Introducing the "Rethinking Advent" User Guide December 14, 2025 - Host: Dr. Gregory Hall Rethinking Advent was never meant to be just a podcast series (episodes 28-33)—it was designed to be walked through. In this short special episode, I introduce the new Rethinking Advent User Guide, created to help listeners slow down, reflect, and engage the Advent...

Episode Notes Episode 97 : Matthew 9 - Touching the Fringe: The Function of Tassels in Jesus’ Remnant-Gathering Mission November 30, 2025 - Host: Dr. Gregory Hall In this episode, we explore one of the most overlooked symbols in the Gospels—the tassels on Jesus’ garment. From Torah commands to the touch of a desperate woman, these fringes reveal His identity, His mission to gather the remnant of I...

Episode Notes Episode 96 : Matthew 8-9 - Reporting Safe From a Cross-Reference Tornado November 11, 2025 - Host: Dr. Gregory Hall In this episode we’ll be introducing you to the idea of a cross-reference tornado. That’s the term I’ve given to those Bible stories that send you spinning through several other passages in rapid succession. It’s a cross-reference tornado… and so hold on to Toto… cause...

Episode Notes Episode 95 : Matthew 8 - Using Infectious Skin Diseases for Outreach November 1, 2025 - Host: Dr. Gregory Hall In this episode we’ll dive into a particular formula (3 stories of healing followed by a call to discipleship) that Matthew uses to present Jesus’ ministry. When we’re done, you might ask if infectious skin diseases could be a part of your church’s outreach ministry! Resourc...

Episode Notes Episode 94 : Matthew 5-7 - Two Kingdoms, One Choice: The Sermon on the Mount in One Episode March 26, 2025 - Host: Dr. Gregory Hall In this episode we’ll be talking about Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount. It spans nearly three chapters in Matthew’s gospel… and it will challenge you to rethink many assumptions you may have had about how this life of ours should be lived. This is a quick fly...

Episode Notes Episode 93 : Matthew 5 - Blessings, Curses, and Moving Mountains: The Architecture of Matthew’s Gospel March 4, 2025 - Host: Dr. Gregory Hall In this episode we're diving into Matthew chapter 5 and we’ll notice a fascinating aspect of Matthew gospel. Matthew organizes Jesus’ major addresses into five distinct sermons. The first and the last of which are delivered on mountains. and to...

Episode Notes Episode 92 : Matthew 4 - Not the First Calling of the First Disciples Feb 13, 2025 - Host: Dr. Gregory Hall In this episode we finish Matthew chapter 4 by looking at the beginning of Jesus’ ministry in Galilee and what some say is the calling of the first disciples. Did these men immediately leave everything in order to serve Jesus? We will discover… following Jesus might not be that...

Episode Notes Episode 91 : Matthew 3-4 - The Baptist Feb 5, 2025 - Host: Dr. Gregory Hall In this episode we’ll spend some time talking about Jewish baptism, take a look at a curious statement Jesus makes, and then talk about his testing in the wilderness at the beginning of Matthew 4. All of that and more in Episode 91 - Fulfilling the Theme of Baptism and Testing. Resources Referenced and/or Rea...

Episode Notes Episode 90 : Matthew 3 - The Baptist March 14, 2024 - Host: Dr. Gregory Hall In this episode we’re in the first 12 verses of Matthew 3. It’s a deep dive into John the Baptist’s ministry and no matter how familiar you think you are with this New Testament character, I guarantee we’re going to discuss several things you’ve never… ever considered.  Resources Referenced and/or Read: Matt...

Episode Notes Episode 89 : Matthew 1-2 - Let's Talk About the Birth Narrative March 4, 2024 - Host: Dr. Gregory Hall The story of Jesus’ birth has become more than familiar to many. But even after hearing it year after year during the holiday season, there are still elements we may be missing. In this episode, we’ll focus in on some of the finer details you may have never considered regarding how...

Episode Notes Episode 88 : Matthew 1 - A Royal Genogram - Pt. 2 February 12, 2024 - Host: Dr. Gregory Hall Mathew begins his gospel with a long list of names… and it’s a list you may be tempted to skip over just to move more quickly to the story of Jesus’ birth… but the birth story really begins with the list of names. It’s a list which includes, among other things, sexual scandal, and the stories...

Episode Notes Episode 87 : Matthew 1 - A Royal Genogram - Pt. 1 February 1, 2024 - Host: Dr. Gregory Hall I’ve always thought most of scripture was inspired… I mean, let’s be honest, those long lists of names in the genealogies, somebody must have snuck those in after the final edits. If that’s what you’ve always thought, get ready, because today’s episode is going to flip your script. Resources R...

Episode Notes Episode 86 : Intro to Matthew - Recognizing the Ol’ Switcharoony January 25, 2024 - Host: Dr. Gregory Hall In the movie the Princess Bride, there is a battle of the wits between two characters, Vizzini, a “Sicilian man of genius,” and the main character Westley. For those who have seen it, you know it’s a great example of the old Switcharoony, which suggests a surprising change or re...

Episode 84 - A New Year... with New Projects Jan 15, 2023 - Host: Dr. Gregory Hall For those of you listening in real time… you realize I’ve been absent the last four months. And the beauty being on a podcast means that for many of you… this will just simply be Episode 85… the one that follows Episode 84. In this episode I discuss the War in Israel and I discuss my new projects for the new year. ...

Episode 84 - From Exodus to Communion: Exploring the Biblical Roots of the New Covenant  Sept 9, 2023 - Host: Dr. Gregory Hall In an attempt to better understand the signs of the new covenant, baptism and communion, we jump into 1 Corinthians 10 and consider the significance of Paul’s instruction about baptism and communion as displayed in the story of the exodus from Egypt. I bet you haven’t had...

Episode 83 - Shotgun Weddings, Rings and New Covenant Baptism  Aug 23, 2023 - Host: Dr. Gregory Hall Weddings are a big deal. I’m always amazed at the many details that go into such events. It usually takes months to properly plan and execute a modern wedding ceremony. But one doesn’t actually need that much time. There’s really only a few things needed for two people to get married. In today’s ep...

Episode 82 - John H. Walton - Q & R Aug 5, 2023 - Host: Dr. Gregory Hall In this episode I welcome Dr. John H. Walton to the podcast to answer several questions posed by members of "The John H. Walton Discussion Group" on Facebook. Dr. Walton is a scholar and was, until just recently, a professor. He recently retired from his position as professor of Old Testament and coordinator of the Masters of...

Episode 81 - Three... It's a Magic Number July 29, 2023 - Host: Dr. Gregory Hall I grew up listening to School House Rock. I know that dates me a little… but I suspect with the internet and all… there are many in every generation that are familiar with songs like Interjections, I’m Just a Bill, and Conjunction Junction. These songs were formative during my development years. It was during those ye...

Episode 80 - The Translation/Transliteration Trouble Within Testament Texts July 8, 2023 - Host: Dr. Gregory Hall Most people are familiar with the process of translation. But, fewer people are familiar with the process of transliteration. Translation is the process of reworking text from one language into another to maintain the original message and communication. Translation answers the question...

Episode 79 - REST API (After Pentecost Instruction) June 8, 2023 - Host: Dr. Gregory Hall In the world of computers, "REST API" stands for Representational State Transfer Application Programming Interface. It is an architectural style and a set of principles for designing networked applications. In web development, REST is widely used to create efficient APIs that enable communication between diff...

Episode 78 - Jesus as the "Son of Man" and "Lord" of Sabbath June 8, 2023 - Host: Dr. Gregory Hall In this episode we dive deep into the intriguing titles claimed by Jesus – "Son of Man" and "Lord" – and attempt to unravel their profound implications regarding sabbath rest. We will unravel the historical and theological significance of these titles, examining how they shed light on Jesus' teaching...

Episode 77 - Jubilee Jesus   May 25, 2023 - Host: Dr. Gregory Hall One may be familiar with the term jubilee. It's a descriptor that is sometimes used in our modern culture in a variety of ways. In this episode we look into the biblical context for the idea of the jubilee. We will define it, look at the Old Testament context, and examine how Jesus interacted with the idea. And... spoiler alert......

Episode 76 - C.S. Lewis and His Platonic Christianity  May 18, 2023 - Host: Dr. Gregory Hall Throughout the centuries many authors have described a world-view consisting of a dualistic reality. In other words, there’s one reality that we all interact with in the physical realm, experience and know, but there is another reality that is unseen. And that unseen version is one of a higher quality and...

Episode 75 -  Ancient Perspectives on the Image of God April 20, 2023 - Host: Dr. Gregory Hall In this episode we explore how ancient the Near Eastern understanding of the image of God might influence how we think of this concept today. The concept of being made in the image of God has played a significant role in shaping our understanding of human nature, dignity, and purpose. But what did this i...