Michael Easley inContext

Dr. Ken Boa is back on inContext to help us understand Nahum and to offer guidance in studying the books of the minor prophets. Dr. Boa is engaged in a ministry of relational evangelism and discipleship, teaching, writing, and speaking. To learn more about Dr. Boa and his ministry, books, and resources mentioned in the episode visit: http://michaelincontext.com/bonus-episode-nahum

Michael teaches an overview of the book of Nahum. Nahum delivered a potent decree of God's judgment in three short chapters. His message is clear: God is indeed a God of wrath. Is it possible, however, that God's wrath demonstrates His love? For Show Notes visit: http://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-Nahm

Michael speaks with Dr. Mark Chavalas about the book of Micah. What does God require of His people? Micah offers a stark warning of God's impending judgment, and future hope for the remnant God will preserve according to His promises. For Show Notes visit http://michaelincontext.com/bonus-episode-micah

Michael teaches an overview of the book of Micah. One of the features of the book of Micah that sets this prophet apart is his audience. Isaiah prophesied to kings and princes, but Micah prophesied in the country - a more rural prophet. But his message aligns with the over-arching message of most of the prophets: a reminder of God's Word, His coming judgment, and His gracious goodness. For Show No...

Dr. David T. Lamb returns to inContext to talk about a book many of us have been familiar with since childhood. In Dr. Lamb's word: It's easy to make fun of Jonah, but I'd encourage us to be able to somehow see ourselves in Jonah and the ways that we resist God's lead. How am I like Jonah? How can I be open to God's leading? How can I love my enemies? Our thanks to Dr. Lamb for his time and expert...

Michael teaches an overview of the book of Jonah. Well known and widely regarded as a children's story or a "whale's tale," this is a text many of us ought to look at with fresh eyes. It's the living word of God. https://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-jonah/ Have a biblical or theological question? Ask Dr. E! Call 615-281-9694 and leave a voicemail with your question or email question@michael...

Dr. Mark Chavalas joins us at inContext again, this time to discuss the Minor Prophet Obadiah. As always, the historical context Dr. Chavalas brings helps us to wrap our minds around the bigger picture. In this case, he reminds us that we can expect God to be the same today that He was when this book was written: He is faithful and He is just. For Show Notes visit: https://michaelincontext.com/bon...

Michael teaches an overview of the book of Obadiah. Hard to believe we're 31 books into our series The Big Book–Cover to Cover. This week we look at the book of Obadiah. We don't know a lot about the prophet Obadiah or the exact timeframe in which this was written, but we know a lot about his message. It's very clear. For Show Notes visit: https://michaelincontext.com/?p=156164&preview=true

Michael speaks with Carl Trueman about what the Bible tells us about identity, sexuality, and the role of the church in our current cultural moment. Dr. Trueman is an esteemed church historian and previously served as the William E. Simon Fellow in Religion and Public Life at Princeton University. Trueman has authored or edited more than a dozen books. For Show Notes visit: https://michaelincontex...

Michael teaches an overview of the book of Amos, perhaps the oldest book of the Minor Prophets. The prophet Amos strives to remind God's people who He is, what He has promised, and to contend that He will indeed do as He said. He is unchanging and His Word is sure. For Show Notes visit: http://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-amos

Michael speaks with Dr. David W. Baker about studying the books of the Minor Prophets. Dr. Baker is the author of a long list of works and is recognized as an international Old Testament scholar. One of his most fulfilling academic achievements is as an editor, helping others achieve publishing success. For Show Notes and Resources visit: https://michaelincontext.com/?p=156054&preview=true

Michael teaches an overview of the book of Joel. Joel is a very brief book and we know very little about Joel the prophet, or the timeframe in which this book was written. Yet the book of Joel is so comprehensive in its references to other Old Testament writings, as well as how the New Testament employs the book, that it garners a lot of attention. For Show Notes, visit: http://michaelincontext.co...

Michael speaks with Dr. Eric Tully about the book of Hosea. Dr. Eric Tully is an assistant professor of Old Testament and Semitic languages at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School in Deerfield, Illinois. He’s passionate about preaching the Old Testament and helping those in the church interpret and proclaim it with competence and confidence. Our thanks to Dr. Tully for joining us for this encouragi...

Michael teaches an overview on the book of Hosea. In this short book, God warns and convicts His people of their idolatry through the story of a man instructed to retrieve his unfaithful wife again and again. Though judgment and destruction are sure, salvation will come. Join us as we examine God's faithfulness to His faithless people in order to bring them to restoration. For Show Notes visit: ht...

Michael interviews Dr. Wendy Widder about the book of Daniel. Dr. Widder has studied and taught the book of Daniel extensively for more than a decade, and joins us in this episode to do the same. Dr. Widder's insights are fascinating, challenging, and encouraging. For Show Notes visit http://michaelincontext.com/bonus-episode-daniel

Sometimes referred to as the Revelation of the Old Testament, the book of Daniel remains an intriguing and controversial book. It is a favorite book for the young and those who have interest in prophecy. Daniel’s pious life among a pagan culture drew attention from his enemies and favor from his God. The book records accounts of visions rich with imagery and most significantly, references to the f...

How are we both saved by grace, and awaiting judgment? Does Dispensationalism have a place for study and application here in 2020? Will the Church be going through the tribulation? Should Christians practice yoga? You asked, Michael Answered. Click Here for notes and timestamps for each question: https://michaelincontext.com/ask-dr-e-episode-9/

Michael teaches an overview on the book of Ezekiel. Join us as we look at what Ezekiel's visions reveal to us about God's judgment, righteousness, and mercy. Go here for show notes: https://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-ezekiel/

Michael discusses Lamentations with Rev. Dr. Christopher J H Wright. To view notes and resources mentioned in the interview, visit: http://michaelincontext.com/bonus-episode-lamentations

Michael teaches an overview of the book of Lamentations. Lamentations serves a sure and certain warning. As God's people grieve the loss of the Tabernacle, heaven remains silent. What does this tell us about who God is? How should we read and respond to this difficult text? To view Show Notes for this episode, visit: http://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-lamentations

Michael teaches an overview of the book of Jeremiah. The book of Jeremiah is the second-longest in the Bible. We know more about Jeremiah's life, experiences, and the pain he endured than we know of any other prophet - and we're prompted to ask ourselves: Am I 'called' the way Jeremiah was called? Join us as we rediscover how relevant this text is to our present day. View Show Notes for this episo...

Christians can feel caught in the middle on issues like Climate Change. Is the scientific data real? If you don't buy it, are you a truth denier? How should we respond as Christians? In this episode, we're bringing you expert reports from Dr. James Tour, Dr. Ron Rhodes, and Dr. E. Calvin Beisner. This is a good opportunity to think critically about what we are doing to our environment and what we...

Portions of the book of Isaiah are well known to many of us, but how was it heard by its first recipients? Dr. Gordon Johnston joins Michael to discuss the book of Isaiah. Do you have a biblical or theological question? Ask Dr. E! Call and leave a message with your question: 615-281-9694. Michael will answer your question on an upcoming episode!

Michael introduces the Major Prophets and teaches an overview on the book of Isaiah. Today in our series The Big Book –Cover to Cover, we transition into the Prophetic books, with Isaiah the 1st of 5 major prophets: Isaiah, Jeremiah, Lamentations, Ezekiel, Daniel followed by the 12 minor prophets. Isaiah is perhaps one of the most loved and, in a way, important prophets of the Old Testament. To vi...

A Bonus Episode in two parts: First, a conversation between Michael and Tommy Nelson about the literal, human aspect of Song of Solomon. Second, a conversation between Michael and Dr. Philip Ryken about the perspective of Christ's love for the church displayed in the Song of Solomon. Both have studied and written extensively about Song of Solomon and we wanted to offer both of their expertise for...