Michael Easley inContext

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...

Michael teaches an overview of Song of Solomon. The Song of Songs or Song of Solomon is a complex, mysterious, and somewhat uncomfortable book. As the Bible is meant to serve as a guide in all aspects of life, it is a gift to look at this text and derive from it God's intentions and design for sexual intimacy. Do you have a biblical or theological question? Ask Dr. E! Send us a note at question@mi...

Curtis Zackery joins Michael for a conversation about Ecclesiastes. What does it mean to be right before God? How are we to view our pursuit of righteousness? What is the meaning and purpose of this life? Listen as Michael and CZ pull lessons from this Old Testament text that help us understand what Christ has done and how we ought to live in light of His mercy. To view Show Notes for this episode...

Michael teaches an overview of the book of Ecclesiastes as part of our ongoing series: The Big Book–Cover to Cover. The book of Ecclesiastes seemingly fails to fit in with the rest of Scripture - it has no obvious outline, no narrative. Where proverbs offers practical guidance for living, Ecclesiastes offers musings and observations about this life. This unusual book meets the discouraged and disi...

Today we land in the book of Proverbs: Wisdom for the Ages. What is wisdom? Where do we find it? Join us as Michael discusses how we are to read, interpret, and apply this text. To view this episode's Show Notes visit: http://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-proverbs

As I've gone through this series, several people have asked me, "How are you going to teach through the book of Psalms in one lesson?" Indeed, this portion of Scripture is a lot to take on in one sitting. Today we're looking at the Psalter, a collection of national songs from the Israelites. The Psalms come from various authors throughout the Israel's history and offer insight both to Israel's ple...

What do we do when bad things happen to us or those we love? How do we make sense of tragedy? How are we to respond in times of suffering and loss? Jim Traficant joins Michael today to talk about his journey through chronic illness and what he has learned through years of suffering and loss about the God who sustained him through it all. We hope you are encouraged as you listen to this very specia...

We're moving from the historical books to the Wisdom/Poetry Literature, beginning with the book of Job. In this important text we are forced to ask impossible questions about difficulties in life: loss, illness, suffering; and to wrestle with the possibility that, perhaps, the answers to those questions aren't ours to have. Join us as Michael helps us understand the book of Job. To view this episo...

Have you ever asked the question, "Why is this happening to me?" Or wondered how God could possibly use your current circumstances for good? Alistair Begg joins Michael for an encouraging conversation about God's providence. "And we know that God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose." Romans 8:28 NASB

Some scholars would argue that the book of Esther shouldn't be in the Bible. Neither God's name nor his laws appear in the text, no miracles occur, no prophet speaks - but here, in this text, we see God's providence. Join us as Michael teaches through this unique and important book.

Bestselling Author Gary Thomas joins Michael to discuss his new book, When to Walk Away. Join us for this valuable conversation about balancing relationships with difficult people, and the unexpected consequences for leaders who fail to address toxic people or attitudes within their spheres of influence. To learn more about his new book, visit: http://www.garythomas.com/books/when-to-walk-away/ Ou...

Michael teaches through Nehemiah, a continuation of last week's lesson on Ezra. Nehemiah was a contemporary of Ezra's. Where Ezra is moving the exiles back to Jerusalem, most of Nehemiah's account is in Jerusalem as he attempts to repair the wall around the city to prevent enemies from entering who would physically and spiritually destroy Israel's newly reestablished temple complex. Nehemiah's tas...

Dr. Eugene Merrill joins Michael to discuss the book of Ezra: Where we find it in Scripture, why it matters, and what we can learn from Ezra's example. Dr. Eugene Merrill is distinguished professor of Old Testament studies at Dallas Theological Seminary and distinguished professor of Old Testament interpretation at the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, Kentucky. With degrees fro...

What have we set our hearts on? "For Ezra had set his heart to study the law of the Lord and to practice it, and to teach His statutes and ordinances in Israel." Ezra 7:10 Join us as Michael teaches through the book of Ezra.

We're back with another episode of Ask Dr. E! In this episode Michael answers your questions about salvation for ancient people groups other than the Israelites, what happens when people denounce their faith, conflict in Israel and preparing to travel to the Holy Land, calvinism, and where Christ really was between His death and resurrection. You can view timestamps for each episode as well as res...

Though 1 and 2 Chronicles give us one continuous story, the emphasis in 2 Chronicles is somewhat different. In 1 Chronicles the emphasis is the importance of the temple in national life - but in 2 Chronicles, the emphasis is the impotence of the temple in national life. While 1 Chronicles emphasizes the importance of recognizing God as a nation, 2 Chronicles emphasizes the importance of following...

Is there a difference in Bible reading, comprehension, and retention whether you use a physical book or read a digital version? What is the influence of switching from print to digital? John Dyer joins Michael today to discuss the impact technology has on our personal Bible study. To read notes and find resources mentioned in this episode, visit: https://michaelincontext.com/digital-bible-john-dye...