Dr. Warren Gage Podcast

Revelation 12 describes a woman who is about to give birthto a Child. Suddenly, a great, fiery red dragon appears that seeks to devour her Child. Who is the woman in Revelation 12? In this lesson, Dr. Warren Gage explains that she represents a composite picture of three different mothers. Find out who they are in this lesson! Dr. Warren Gage is a biblical scholar known for showing how every story...

Who are the Nephilim in the story of Noah’s Flood? Scholars and conspiracy theorists alike have debated this question for centuries. Dr. Warren Gage gives you the biblical answer–free from all the wild theories and sensationalism!  Dr. Warren Gage is a biblical scholar known for showing how every story in the Bible, from Genesis to Revelation, points to Christ. It doesn’t matter whether you’ve bee...

Some text critical scholars question whether the story of the woman caught in adultery (John 7:53 - 8:11) is authentic Scripture. But Dr. Warren Gage is convinced that we should regard John 7:53 - 8:11 as original. In this lesson, he presents the literary evidence that proves this powerfully moving story rightfully belongs in your Bible!   Handout: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Ln1rizG5lrInPUPk...

Most people think of Revelation as a prophetic book about the end times. But what if it also represents a redemptive journey back to the very beginning of time? In this eye-opening lesson, Dr. Warren Gage explains how Revelation doesn’t just move us forward into the future. Instead, as we read forward in Revelation, we also move backward in time redemptively—retracing key moments in the history of...

What is the best English translation of the Bible? NIV, ESV, KJV… or something else entirely? Dr. Warren Gage breaks down which version of the Bible offers the most accurate translation of the Old Testament and of the New Testament, respectively. He also shares his top pick for overall Bible study!  Dr. Warren Gage is a biblical scholar known for showing how every story in the Bible, from Genesis...

Join Dr. Warren Gage for the second of two lessons on the Apostle Peter. In this lesson, Dr. Gage examines the story of Peter in prison in Acts 12. How does Peter’s story point us to the suffering, crucifixion, and resurrection triumph of Jesus? Dr. Warren Gage is a biblical scholar known for showing how every story in the Bible, from Genesis to Revelation, points to Christ. It doesn’t matter whet...

Join Dr. Warren Gage for the first of two lessons on the Apostle Peter! Throughout the New Testament, Peter is often associated with the number three: from his three denials of Christ to the three words of restoration Jesus speaks to Peter after the resurrection. Dr. Warren Gage calls this literary pattern the “Peterine Triplex,” a unique three-fold pattern in Peter’s life, which he explores in th...

Disney’s new remake of Snow White isn’t just a box office flop. It’s a symbol of Disney’s modern decline. So how did Disney lose its magic? Dr. Warren Gage points out that Disney has rejected what made these beloved stories timeless in the first place. Fairytales like Snow White have captured our hearts for generations because they ultimately point us to a love story that is truth, and not fiction...

Join Dr. Warren Gage for the second of two lessons on a passage that is often referred to as the Mount Everest of Prophecy in the Old Testament! In Isaiah 52 & 53, we find the climactic prophecy of the suffering and ultimate sacrifice of the coming Messiah. What does Isaiah’s glorious poetry reveal to us about our Savior’s sacrifice? Dr. Warren Gage is a biblical scholar known for showing how...

Recently, Christian apologist Wesley Huff released a video arguing that Mark 16:9–20, a passage often referred to as “the Longer Ending of Mark,” is not authentic Scripture. Sadly, many textual critical scholars today have come to the same conclusion. But Dr. Warren Gage believes the exact opposite is true. In this two-part series, he makes a compelling case for the authenticity of the Longer Endi...

Recently, Christian apologist Wesley Huff released a video arguing that Mark 16:9–20, a passage often referred to as “the Longer Ending of Mark,” is not authentic Scripture. Sadly, many textual critical scholars today have come to the same conclusion. But Dr. Warren Gage believes the exact opposite is true. In this two-part series, he makes a compelling case for the authenticity of the Longer Endi...

Join Dr. Warren Gage for the first of two lessons on a passage that is often referred to as the Mount Everest of Prophecy in the Old Testament! In Isaiah 52 & 53, we find the Old Testament’s climactic prophecy of the suffering and ultimate sacrifice of the coming Messiah. What does Isaiah’s glorious poetry reveal to us about our Savior’s sacrifice? Dr. Warren Gage is a biblical scholar known f...

Jesus endured great suffering, not only in his death on thecross, but throughout his entire ministry. He suffered massive rejection, mockery, betrayal, and abuse. While he is fully God, he sympathizes with human suffering like no other. How does this give us hope to endure in times of suffering? How is this a great comfort to us? Join Dr. Warren Gage for the thirteenth lesson in his series on the...

Dr. Warren Gage continues his survey of the Servant Songs of Isaiah, which foretell the ministry of the coming Messiah, Jesus Christ. In Isaiah 49, we learn about the nature of the coming Messiah’s birth and how his ministry will be received. Join Dr. Warren Gage for the twelfth lesson in his series on the Book of Isaiah! Dr. Warren Gage is a biblical scholar known for showing how every story in t...

What was the chief characteristic of Jesus’ ministry? Isaiah emphasizes that the Lord’s destiny was to bring justice to the nations. But what does that justice look like politically? In this episode, Dr. Warren Gage begins a survey of the Servant Songs of Isaiah, which directly foretell the ministry of Jesus. Join Dr. Gage for the eleventh lesson in his series on the Book of Isaiah. Dr. Warren Gag...

After Isaiah’s critique of idolatry, the God of Israel challenges the idols gods of the nations to a contest foretelling the future. The Lord proves to be the only one able to answer his own challenge. First, he tells his people near prophecy of the rise of Cyrus, who will come to deliver God’s people from captivity in Mesopotamia in two hundred years’ time. Then the Lord tells them remote prophec...

The final verses of Isaiah Chapter 40 celebrate the mighty power of the infinite God. In times of trouble, we can respond to the Lord’s promises in two ways: with doubt or with faith. If we doubt the promises of God, we reduce his attributes to our own judgment, which is a form of idolatry. But if we have faith in his power, Isaiah promises the Lord will renew our strength, and our hope will not b...

The theologian John Calvin famously stated that “the human heart is a perpetual idol factory.” In modern times, most of us do not bow down to statues made out of gold or silver. But what does idolatry look like in our culture today? What are the dire consequences, and what is the cure? This is the eighth lesson from Dr. Warren Gage’s series on the Book of Isaiah. Dr. Warren Gage is a biblical scho...

This is the second of two lessons on Isaiah’s condemnation of idolatry and his invitation for us to reimagine the expanse of God. In this lesson, Dr. Warren Gage examines Isaiah 40’s description of the vast dimensions of God alongside similar passages in Scripture like the Job Chapters 38 and 39. Join Dr. Gage for the seventh lesson in his series on the Book of Isaiah!  Dr. Warren Gage is a biblic...

In the final verses of Isaiah 40, the prophet condemns the folly of idolatry by inviting us to reimagine the expanse of God’s power and might. Join Dr. Warren Gage for the sixth lesson in his series on the Book of Isaiah!  Dr. Warren Gage is a biblical scholar known for showing how every story in the Bible, from Genesis to Revelation, points to Christ. It doesn’t matter whether you’ve been reading...

In Isaiah 40, three different voices speak messages of comfort to the people of God. In this lesson, Dr. Warren Gage focuses on the third voice from Isaiah 40:9-11, which promises God will come to his people as a shepherd! Join Dr. Warren Gage for the fifth lesson in his series on the Book of Isaiah!  Dr. Warren Gage is a biblical scholar known for showing how every story in the Bible, from Genesi...

In Isaiah 40, three different voices speak comforting messages to the faithful remnant of the people of God. In this lesson, Dr. Warren Gage focuses on the second voice from Isaiah 40:6-8. The second voice encourages the people of Judah that their confidence rests in the Word of God, which will stand forever. Dr. Warren Gage points out three different passages from Scripture that provide us with t...

In Isaiah 40, three different voices speak messages of comfort to God’s people as they are being led into captivity by the Babylonians. The first voice gives the comforting assurance that God will come to his people in the flesh as a king. How is this prophecy fulfilled by the coming of Christ, and what was John the Baptist’s role helping fulfill the prophetic message? This is the third lesson fro...

Isaiah 40 opens with the famous prophetic words, “Comfort ye, comfort ye, My people!” Many of us have become familiar with these words through Handel’s Messiah. But what is the historical background for Isaiah’s message of comfort? In this lesson, Dr. Warren Gage gives an overview of the devastation that the kingdom of Judah witnessed in 586 BC when King Nebuchadnezzar and the Babylonians led them...

Does the Sermon on the Mount give us the proper interpretive lens for understanding the Book of Isaiah? In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus summarizes the message of all the Old Testament prophets in one single statement that we call the “Golden Rule.” Jesus said, “Do to others as you would have them do to you, for this is the Law and the Prophets” (Matthew 7:12). Isaiah opens with an indictment of...