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Can the entire Bible really be summarized in just five words? Many Christians know the stories of Adam and Eve, Noah, Abraham, Moses, David, Jesus, and Paul—but struggle to explain how those stories fit together into one unified narrative. In this episode, Dr. T. Michael W. Halcomb presents a simple framework that helps make sense of the entire Bible: • Creation • Decreation • Recreation • New Cre...

Is academic writing just intellectual showmanship? In this episode of Sabbatical Insider , Dr. Fredrick J. Long reflects on a surprising criticism he recently received—that academic writing is elitist—and uses it as a starting point to explore the purpose of scholarship itself. Fresh off completing the latest issue of the Journal of Inductive Biblical Studies and celebrating the publication of his...

What happens when the sexual revolution becomes your childhood? In this intense and deeply personal conversation, Dr. T. Michael W. Halcomb sits down with author and musician Moira Greyland to discuss growing up inside a world shaped by radical sexual ideology, abuse, identity deconstruction, and the collapse of family structure. Moira shares her experience being raised by highly influential publi...

What’s actually on a biblical scholar’s shelf? In this episode of Sabbatical Insider , Dr. Fredrick J. Long takes viewers inside his study to explore books, ancient coins, theology, publishing, and one of the central themes of Jesus’ message: the Kingdom of God. From conversations about empire and kingship to reflections on scholarship, students, and ancient Roman propaganda, this episode offers a...

What is the soul? Is it different from our thoughts, emotions, and body? And how does God transform our inner life? In this episode, Dr. T. Michael W. Halcomb talks with GlossaHouse author Patrick Holley about his book Jesus and the Soul: How Our Spirit Transforms Our Mind and Emotions . Together, they explore Christian anthropology, psychology, emotions, automatic thoughts, temptation, the will,...

Covenant is often treated like a spiritual contract: terms, conditions, and benefits. But in Scripture, covenant is much bigger than paperwork. In this episode, Dr. T. Michael W. Halcomb explains how biblical covenant is rooted in relationship, loyalty, kingship, and allegiance. From the Hebrew word berit to the Greek diatheke , covenant language carries the weight of God’s kingdom, Jesus’ reign,...

What happens when scholarship collides with real life? In this deeply personal episode of Sabbatical Insider , Dr. Fredrick J. Long shares the difficult realities behind the scenes of his sabbatical journey; from discouragement and lack of progress to family responsibilities, drought conditions on the farm, caring for animals, physical exhaustion, and learning how to “abide” through challenging se...

What happens when a culture loses belief in God? In this deep and surprisingly funny conversation, Dr. Chris Palmer joins Dr. T. Michael W. Halcomb to discuss nihilism, modern despair, AI, atheism, church hurt, faith, science, memes, Dostoevsky, Nietzsche, and why Christianity still matters in a collapsing culture. Dr. Palmer’s new book A World Without God explores what happens when society abando...

What if the biggest problem in Genesis 3 wasn’t just disobedience… but deception? In this episode, Dr. T. Michael W. Halcomb uncovers the serpent’s strategy in the Garden of Eden—not to deny God, but to distort His character. The lie? That God was holding something back. But when humanity took the bait, they didn’t become like God… they became afraid, ashamed, and hidden. And God’s response? It wa...

Why does Christianity feel so divided today? If there’s one Spirit and one Church , why are there so many denominations, disagreements, and tensions—even among sincere believers? In this conversation, Dr. T. Michael W. Halcomb sits down with theologian, pastor, and ethicist Paul J. Morrison to explore: Why Christians disagree—and what actually matters most What the Holy Spirit is (and isn’t) doing...

The fall of humanity didn’t begin with a bite—it began with a question. In this episode, Dr. T. Michael W. Halcomb explores Genesis 3 and the serpent’s subtle strategy: not denying God’s existence, but distorting His character. “Did God really say?” That question planted doubt, reframed trust as restriction, and introduced the idea that God might be holding something back. Before any action was ta...

In this episode of Sabbatical Insider , Dr. Fredrick J. Long continues documenting his translation work through the book of Ephesians using the Patriarchal Greek text tradition. This episode explores Ephesians 4:1–6, the unity of the Spirit, the sevenfold “one” affirmations, and a fascinating textual variant that may shape how we understand Paul’s declaration that God is “over all, through all, an...

What if the greatest threat to the church isn’t culture, politics, or persecution… but Christians themselves? In this episode of The Corinth Conversations, Dr. T. Michael W. Halcomb and Dr. Fredrick J. Long dive into 1 Corinthians 1:10–11, where Paul confronts a deeply divided church—not one under attack from the outside, but one fracturing from within. They explore: - What Paul really means by “u...

Is faith just believing the right things… or is it something more? In this episode, Dr. T. Michael W. Halcomb challenges a common assumption: that faith is merely intellectual agreement. Digging into the Greek word pistis, he shows that biblical faith is far deeper—it’s about trust, loyalty, and ultimately allegiance. From Romans 10 to James 2, the New Testament presents faith not as private belie...

What does a sabbatical actually look like for a biblical scholar? In this episode of Sabbatical Insider , Dr. Fredrick J. Long takes you behind the scenes of real academic work—translating Ephesians from the Greek, navigating textual variants, and wrestling with how to faithfully represent Scripture. From working with the Patriarchal Greek text to comparing it with modern critical editions, this e...

Dr. Lynn Cohick joins the ProveText Podcast to explore the world of early Christianity, the role of women in the New Testament, and the deeper meaning of the cross. In this conversation, we discuss: Why women in the early church have been misunderstood How cultural context shapes how we read Scripture What the cross really meant in the ancient world The difference between modern assumptions and hi...

What if the tree of the knowledge of good and evil wasn’t actually about knowledge? In this episode, Dr. T. Michael W. Halcomb unpacks Genesis 2–3 and shows that the real issue in Eden wasn’t a lack of information—but a lack of trust. Humans didn’t fall because they didn’t know enough… they fell because they stopped trusting the One who did. From the Hebrew phrase tov v’ra to the deeper question o...

Have you ever wondered if we sometimes use the Bible to justify our own views? In this episode of the ProveText Podcast, Dr. T. Michael W. Halcomb sits down with Dr. Charlie Hadjiev to explore the book of Joel and what it actually teaches about hope, enemies, and political division. Together they discuss: – Why it’s so easy to use Scripture to validate our own positions – The difference between re...

What if Eden wasn’t just a garden… but the first temple? In this episode, Dr. T. Michael W. Halcomb explores a powerful biblical pattern hiding in plain sight. From Genesis to Revelation, Scripture tells a unified story—not just about sin and forgiveness, but about God dwelling with humanity. You’ll discover: - Why Eden functions like a temple from the very beginning - The meaning behind God “walk...

What does a sabbatical really look like behind the scenes? In this episode of Sabbatical Insider, Dr. Fredrick J. Long shares an honest update on his research journey—from revising his project proposal to wrestling with how to structure his Ephesians commentary. It’s not just deep academic work… it’s also the challenge of staying organized, reworking ideas, and navigating uncertainty along the way...

Ryan Waldroop shares his powerful story—from childhood trauma and addiction to a near-fatal overdose… and what happened next changed everything. After years of brokenness, Ryan encountered the mercy of God and stepped into a life of freedom, healing, and ministry. In this episode, we talk about: • Addiction and early trauma • Hitting rock bottom • A near-death experience • Encountering Jesus • Fre...

What does it actually mean to be human? In this episode, Dr. T. Michael W. Halcomb explores a foundational biblical truth from Genesis: we have authority—but not autonomy. From the creation mandate in Genesis 1 to the fall in Genesis 3, Scripture presents a radically different vision of freedom than what our culture promotes. Humanity is given real authority—yet always under God’s rule. So what ha...

What does real academic work actually look like? In this episode of Sabbatical Insider, Dr. Fredrick J. Long shares the honest reality of scholarship—the slow pace, unexpected progress, and behind-the-scenes challenges that no one talks about. From finally seeing years-old research published… to navigating sabbatical adjustments… to the surprising freedom that comes when pressure is lifted—this is...

Missed the YouTube live? Here’s the replay from April 2nd. “You are not lacking in any gift…” (1 Corinthians 1:7) But what does that actually mean? In this episode of the ProveTexts Podcast, Dr. T. Michael W. Halcomb and Dr. Fredrick J. Long unpack 1 Corinthians 1:7–9 and explore whether Paul is talking about spiritual gifts, God’s favor, or something deeper. This passage challenges how we think a...

Most people think salvation means escape. But if that were true… why resurrection? In this episode, Dr. T. Michael W. Halcomb connects Genesis and resurrection, showing that God is not abandoning creation—He’s restoring it. If creation is good… then it’s worth saving. 👉 Subscribe for more: language, culture, and theology 👉 Join the conversation in the comments #jesus #biblestudy #podcast #bible...