Best Mike Licona Podcasts (2025)

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Licona and Martin: A Dialogue on Jesus' Claim of Divinity 1:55:36

5d ago1:55:36

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In this episode, Dr. Mike Licona and Dr. Dale Martin discuss their differing views of Jesus’ claim of divinity. Licona proposes that “it is more probable than not that Jesus claimed to be God in some sense.” He bases this on the fact that the earliest Christians, those most plausibly connected to the apostles, held this view and that the best expla…

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Can Historians Prove that Jesus Rose from the Dead? Licona vs. Ehrman 2:06:53

12d ago2:06:53

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In this episode, Dr. Mike Licona and Dr. Bart Ehrman face off for the second time on whether historians can prove the resurrection. Dr. Ehrman says no. Given that 1.) historians work to establish what most probably happened in the past and that 2.) miracles are, by definition, the least probable occurrence of an event, historical proof is impossibl…

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Licona vs. Shapiro: Is Belief in the Resurrection Justified? 1:35:52

19d ago1:35:52

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In this episode, Dr. Mike Licona and Dr. Lawrence Shapiro debate the justifiability of believing Jesus was raised from the dead. Dr. Shapiro appeals to Bayes' Theorem and the unverifiability of the alternative hypotheses for the post-death appearances to argue against justifiability. Dr. Licona retorts that Bayes’ Theorem, which states that the les…

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The Plausibility of Jesus' Rising from the Dead Licona vs. Shapiro 1:30:40

26d ago1:30:40

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In this episode of the Risen Jesus podcast, we join Dr. Licona at Ohio State University for his 2017 resurrection debate with philosopher Dr. Lawrence Shapiro. Dr. Licona argues that believing that Jesus rose from the dead is justifiable and that Dr. Shapiro’s arguments to the contrary fail as they present a flawed view of the gospels, do not consi…

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243: Did Jesus Experience a PHYSICAL Resurrection? Unpacking the Evidence with Dr. Mike Licona 48:57

1M ago48:57

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Welcome back to the show! Today’s episode is a special treat I reserved for this last week of Lent, which we call holy week. As we approach Resurrection Sunday and celebrate the FACT that our Lord, Jesus Christ, IS RISEN, I’m excited to share a conversation with Dr. Mike Licona on the Resurrection of Jesus. Dr. Licona is no stranger to the show. I …

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Mythos or Logos: How Should the Narratives about Jesus' Resurreciton Be Understood? Licona/Craig vs Spangenberg/Wolmarans 1:25:00

1M ago1:25:00

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Dr. Mike Licona and Dr. Willian Lane Craig contend that the texts about Jesus’ resurrection were written to teach a physical, historical resurrection because when understood in their first-century Jewish Palestinian context, there is no other way the writers would have conceived of them. Dr. Spangenberg and Dr. Wolmarans disagree, arguing that they…

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Jesus' Fate: Resurrection or Rescue? Michael Licona vs Ali Ataie 2:12:08

1M ago2:12:08

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Muslim professor Dr. Ali Ataie, a scholar of biblical hermeneutics, asserts that before the formation of the biblical canon, Christians did not believe that Jesus was killed. He argues that this claim was not, as held by some, originally a Muslim idea found in the Quran. In this episode, he debates Dr. Michael Licona, who refutes Ataie’s claim whil…

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242: Pro-Life Series Part 1... Are You Really Pro-life or Are You Just Anti-abortion? with Emily Berning of Let Them Live 41:56

1M ago41:56

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Welcome back! In today's episode, I share a conversation I had with Emily Berning, president and co-founder of Let Them Live, a 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to saving lives from abortion by financially supporting women in crisis pregnancies. She has been involved with the pro-life movement for over eight years and her greatest passion in life is …

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Did Jesus Rise from the Dead? Dr. Michael Licona and Dr. Abel Pienaar Debate 2:12:11

2M ago2:12:11

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Is it reasonable to believe that Jesus rose from the dead? Dr. Michael Licona claims that if Jesus didn’t, he is a false prophet, and no rational person should follow him. In this episode, Licona argues a case for the resurrection using the historical method and based on five facts gleaned from Paul’s writings. Former Christian minister, now agnost…

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241: Christian Theology Essentials Part 6...THESE 3 Ancient Heresies Are STILL Around Today... Recap of the FREE Theology Class for Christian Women 8:02

2M ago8:02

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Welcome back! In today's episode, I recap the FREE theology class I taught for Christian women last week, titled "Modern Heresies." This is the last segment of our Christian Theology Essentials Series. In this episode, you'll learn why the Council of Nicaea was important and what three heresies are still around today. I hope this blesses you, sharp…

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The Resurrection - Argument from Personal Incredulity or Methodological Naturalism - Licona vs. Dillahunty - Part 2 1:14:31

2M ago1:14:31

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In this episode, Dr. Licona provides a positive case for the resurrection of Jesus at the 2017 [UN]Apologetic Conference in Austin, Texas. He bases his argument on contentions that 1) empirical data strongly suggests that reality has a supernatural dimension and 2) that historical data strongly suggests that Jesus rose from the dead. Mr. Dillahunty…

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240: Christian Theology Essentials Part 5... Are Heresies Still Around?! Exploring THIS Popular Heretical Teaching… +FREE THEOLOGY CLASS! 13:30

2M ago13:30

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Welcome back to the show! In today’s episode, I share a little about heresies and offer a RECENT example of WHY it’s so important to know what you believe so you can protect against heretical teachings and defend the Christian faith. As a reminder, my FREE theology class, MODERN HERESIES is going down tomorrow at 1PM EST/10AM PST on Zoom. If you ca…

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The Resurrection - Argument from Personal Incredulity or Methodological Naturalism - Licona vs. Dillahunty - Part 1 1:17:15

2M ago1:17:15

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In this episode, Dr. Licona provides a positive case for the resurrection of Jesus at the 2017 [UN]Apologetic Conference in Austin, Texas. He bases his argument on contentions that 1) empirical data strongly suggests that reality has a supernatural dimension and 2) that historical data strongly suggests that Jesus rose from the dead. Mr. Dillahunty…

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Jesus' Bodily Resurrection - A Legendary Development Based on Hallucinations - Licona vs. Carrier - Part 2 1:03:22

2M ago1:03:22

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In this episode, a 2004 debate between Mike Licona and Richard Carrier, Licona presents a case for the resurrection of Jesus based on three facts that are strongly evidenced and acknowledged by the majority of scholars: 1) Jesus’ death by crucifixion, 2) the empty tomb, and 3) the experiences of Jesus’ disciples and his enemy Saul that they believe…

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239: Christian Theology Essentials Part 4... Where Did the Term "Trinity" Come From? Quick Notes on Church History & Tertullian for Christian Women 13:12

2M ago13:12

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Welcome back to the show! In today’s episode, I’m answering the question, “Where did the term ‘Trinity’ come from?” If you’re a new Christian or just not sure why this question would be posed, it’s because the term “Trinity” is not actually found in the Bible. In fact, that is a major contention of those who oppose the Trinitarian doctrine. My goal…

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Jesus' Bodily Resurrection - A Legendary Development Based on Hallucinations - Licona vs. Carrier - Part 1 1:05:38

3M ago1:05:38

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In this episode, a 2004 debate between Mike Licona and Richard Carrier, Licona presents a case for the resurrection of Jesus based on three facts that are strongly evidenced and acknowledged by the majority of scholars: 1) Jesus’ death by crucifixion, 2) the empty tomb, and 3) the experiences of Jesus’ disciples and his enemy Saul that they believe…

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238: Christian Theology Essentials Part 3... Three Analogies We Need To Stop Using To Explain the Trinity as Christian Women 5:32

3M ago5:32

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Welcome back to the show! We're officially in part 3 of our Christian Theology Essentials Series, which is focused on the doctrine of the Trinity. Today's episode is short and to the point! If you want to know what NOT to say when explaining the Trinity as a Christian woman, this episode is for you. I pray the series blesses you. Let's get into it!…

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Interrogating Jesus - Veritas Forum Lecture at Texas A&M 1:22:04

3M ago1:22:04

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In this lecture at Texas A&M University, Dr. Licona discusses whether we can rationally believe in the resurrection of Jesus. He then engages with a panel of prominent students who ask tough questions about the resurrection.By Mike Licona

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Can Psychology Explain Away the Resurrection? A Licona Carrier Debate - Part 2 1:13:40

3M ago1:13:40

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According to Dr. Richard Carrier, Christianity arose among individuals who, due to their schizotypal personalities, believed that their hallucinations of a risen Jesus were reality. In his view, this naturalistic explanation accounts well for the resurrection claims and is like the reported mass hallucinations in cults led by charismatic leaders. I…

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237: Christian Theology Essentials Part 2... What Do We REALLY Know About the Triune God? Understanding Our Creator as Christian Women 21:23

3M ago21:23

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Welcome back to the show! In today’s episode, we’re diving into part 2 of our Christian Theology Essentials Series. I’m answering the question: What do we really know about the Triune God? This question is important because when we understand what God has revealed to us about Himself, we are positioned to have a deeper reverence for Him and grow in…

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Can Psychology Explain Away the Resurrection? A Licona Carrier Debate - Part 1 1:17:33

3M ago1:17:33

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According to Dr. Richard Carrier, Christianity arose among individuals who, due to their schizotypal personalities, believed that their hallucinations of a risen Jesus were reality. In his view, this naturalistic explanation accounts well for the resurrection claims and is like the reported mass hallucinations in cults led by charismatic leaders. I…

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236: Season 3 Kickoff! Christian Theology Essentials Part 1... Simplifying One of the Most Confusing Core Doctrines for Christian Women 13:00

3M ago13:00

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Welcome back to Her Renewed Strength-The Podcast! We’re back after this winter break. This season, we have much in store for you and the HRS Community. For the next eight weeks, we are diving into the Doctrine of the Trinity, which is, arguably, one of the most confusing doctrines for people to understand. In today's episode, I'll explain why you s…

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Are Christian Claims Verifiable? Does It Matter? 2:07:09

3M ago2:07:09

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In this episode of the Risen Jesus podcast, we join Dr. Michael Licona and Dr. Courtney Friesen as they discuss the verifiability of Christian claims are verifiable and if it even matters. Dr. Licona argues the affirmative case on both points, sharing several universally agreed-upon facts about Jesus held by Christian and non-Christian historians, …

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Can Historians Prove the Resurrection of Jesus? 2:05:37

4M ago2:05:37

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Where do miracles fit into historians’ examinations of the past? How do we define miracles? Is a miracle an event for which natural explanations are inadequate, or is it the least probable explanation of an occurrence? Most historians accept that Jesus was put to death by crucifixion. Does this support the claim that Jesus rose from the dead? Are P…

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Jesus’ Death By Crucifixion - Fact or Fiction: Michael Licona vs. Yusuf Ismail 2:10:17

4M ago2:10:17

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If Jesus did not die by crucifixion, there was no atonement for sin, and Christianity is a false religion. If he did, Islam is the erroneous faith. In this episode, Dr. Michael Licona debates Muslim apologist Yusuf Ismail at the University in Potchefstroom, South Africa. Dr. Licona tackles Ismail’s claims of an absence of eyewitness accounts of Jes…

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Dr. Andrew Judd 54:56

4M ago54:56

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Andrew Judd (PhD, Sydney University) is the author of Modern Genre Theory, An Introduction in Biblical Studies in July 2024 by Zondervan Publishing. Paul and Lynn interview Andy about his book, and its impact on and implications for everyone reading and understanding the scriptures. Dr. Judd is a lecturer in Old Testament at Ridley College in Melbo…

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Dr. Chris Heilig 55:36

4M ago55:36

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Chris Heilig (PhD, University of Zurich) is the author of Paul the Storyteller, A Narratological Approach published in October 2024 by Eerdmans Publishing. Paul and Lynn interview Chris about this fascinating book that has deservedly received high acclaim in the academy and the church. Dr. Heilig leads a research group at the University of Munich t…

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234: Firm Foundations Series Part 2... Remaining Faithful When It Seems Like the Suffering Won't End with Dr. Johnice Littlejohn 1:00:36

6M ago1:00:36

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Welcome back to the show! We are in week two of our Firm Foundations Series. In this episode, I sat down with Dr. Johnice Littlejohn to talk about remaining faithful during seasons of suffering. Dr. Johnice F. Littlejohn, DO MPH, is currently a psychiatry resident physician in Kalamazoo, Michigan. She is a graduate of the University of Detroit Merc…

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233: Firm Foundations Series Part 1... Worried About Culture’s Impact on Christianity? How To Have Bold Faith in Godless Times with Dr. Glenn Kreider 1:15:04

6M ago1:15:04

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Welcome back to the show! We are in a new series called Firm Foundations. This series will feature real-life examples of believers who are rooted in Christ and living out their faith boldly, despite cultural temptations or tough circumstances. In today’s episode, I sat with my theology professor, Dr. Glenn Kreider, about the cultural impact on Chri…

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232: All Things Apologetics Series Part 3... Are You Blending Christianity with Something Else? Exploring the Worldview Spectrum with Shanda Fulbright 1:00:54

6M ago1:00:54

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Welcome back to the show! In this episode, I sat down with Shanda Fulbright. Shanda is no stranger to the show. You may remember her from part 5 of our Theology Matters Series: Should You Know How To Defend Your Faith as a Christian Woman? . . . If you missed that episode, let me tell you a little about Shanda… Shanda Fulbright is a wife, mom to th…

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231: How To Trust God During Seasons of Waiting... +2024 RENEWED CONFERENCE! Details Inside! 21:59

7M ago21:59

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We are a few days away from the start of the 2024 RENEWED Conference. Today, I want to share a little behind the scenes about what happened in my life (in 2023) that led to me choosing this year’s theme: waiting well. If you are not already registered, this is a must-listen for you, as I’ll share exactly what to expect, including a breakdown of eac…

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230: All Things Apologetics Series Part 2... Raising Christian Kids in a Culture That Hates Jesus with Ricky Arnel 1:03:45

7M ago1:03:45

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Welcome back to another episode of Her Renewed Strength–The Podcast! We are in week TWO of our All Things Apologetics Series and today’s episode features a conversation between myself and Ricky Arnel. We spoke about worldview formation, the different worldviews that are prominent in today’s culture, discipleship, and how to raise kids in the faith.…

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229: All Things Apologetics Part 1... If the Bible is Trustworthy, Why Are There Contradictions in the Gospel Accounts? with Dr. Mike Licona 56:29

7M ago56:29

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Welcome back to the show! In this episode, I sat to speak with Dr. Mike Licona, a New Testament scholar, professor of New Testament studies, author and speaker. We discussed his most recent book, Jesus, Contradicted: Why the Gospels Tell the Same Story Differently, which addresses contradictions in the gospels and offers, what he believes to be, mo…

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228: Cancer Survivor Series Part 4... How Breast Cancer Saved Her Life +Celebrating Breast Cancer Awareness Month with Tanya Engesether 1:07:45

7M ago1:07:45

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Welcome back to the show and to our final episode in the Cancer Survivor Series. This episode is very special because, as you may know, October is officially breast cancer awareness month and I wanted to bring someone onto the show who has walked through the refining fire of breast cancer. So, I decided to bring on my friend, podcasting peer, and o…

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Seth Ehorn 46:27

8M ago46:27

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A conversation between Paul and Lynn with Seth Ehorn, a new colleague at Houston Christian University and Houston Theological Seminary. Seth is an Assistant Professor of Classics and Biblical Languages.By Houston Christian University

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227: Cancer Survivor Series Part 3... Is God's Grace Repulsive? Unpacking the Hard Reality of Surviving Cancer 19:51

8M ago19:51

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We are in part 3 of the Cancer Survivor Series, and today I am speaking about the struggles of cancer survivorship, how God’s grace can be repulsive (yes, I said REPULSIVE), and how negative feelings stem from a distorted view of God. Throughout this episode, I unpack the struggles of surviving cancer and how God's loving kindness was painful to re…

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226: Cancer Survivor Series Part 2... 5 Things I Did During Chemo To Grow In My Faith & Reduce Physical & Spiritual Toxins 19:52

8M ago19:52

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Welcome back to the Cancer Survivor Series! We are in part two and today I will continue to share about my walk through cancer. I’ll focus on 2021 and the six-month period during which I went through chemotherapy. As you listen to the five things I did during chemo to grow in my faith, you’ll also notice this time was a concerted effort to reduce p…

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225: Cancer Survivor Series Part 1... My Five-Year Fight and How God Used A Deadly Diagnosis To Transform Me as a Christian Woman 18:11

8M ago18:11

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Welcome back to the show! We are officially in our Cancer Survivor Series. In today’s episode, I’m going to share about the road to getting the cancer diagnosis, navigating cancer for five years, and what led to me eventually saying yes to chemotherapy. Through this journey, I’ll illustrate just how the Lord used this season to transform me. So, I …

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224: Season 2 Kickoff! Understanding the Household of God in Ephesians 2:19-22...A Bible Study for Christian Women 35:43

8M ago35:43

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Welcome to season 2 of Her Renewed Strength-The Podcast! I'm so glad to be back with you for this season of the show and excited to share what you can look forward to in the coming months. In today's episode, I give you a preview of what's to come and share a passage that deepened my appreciation and gratitude for my salvation. I take you deep into…

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Gospel Contradictions? w/ Mike Licona 1:48:01

9M ago1:48:01

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Mike Licona is one of the world’s most recognized experts on the resurrection. Join us live to hear his toughts abou the gospels, inerrancy, historical evidences, and the validity of the gospels. We are so excited to host this conversation and be sure to join us during the call in section and hop into the conversation!…

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A Fresh Look at Inerrancy: Part two 42:38

9M ago42:38

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What are compositional devices? How do they affect our view of inerrancy? What does the Bible say about inspiration and inerrancy? In this episode, Dr. Mike Licona discusses his contention that the common evangelical definition of inerrancy, as outlined in the Chicago Statement on Biblical Inerrancy, may be based on an incorrect concept of inspirat…

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Scot McKnight 48:49

9M ago48:49

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Lynn and Paul speak with one of their newer HCU colleagues, Dr. Scot X. McKnight, Professor and Student Supervisor in the Doctor of Ministry Program, about his NT translation, “The Second Testament”, his new work and research on trauma and pastors, and other matters of interestBy Houston Christian University

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Mike Licona 47:18

9M ago47:18

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Lynn and Paul discuss with their HCU colleague Dr. Michael Licona, professor of New Testament and Program Director, Christian Thought (MA) and the Master of Divinity, his new book, “Jesus Contradicted”By Houston Christian University

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A Fresh Look at the Doctrine of Inerrancy 47:37

9M ago47:37

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What are compositional devices? How do they affect our view of inerrancy? What does the Bible say about inspiration and inerrancy? In this episode, Dr. Mike Licona discusses his contention that the common evangelical definition of inerrancy, as outlined in the Chicago Statement on Biblical Inerrancy, may be based on an incorrect concept of inspirat…

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What Can Be Learned From Contemporary, Non-Scriptural Greco-Roman writings? 44:43

9M ago44:43

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In this episode, Dr. Mike Licona walks the listener through some of the discoveries revealed in his new book Jesus, Contradicted. By examining Greco-Roman writings contemporary with the gospels, Dr. Licona has identified common writing techniques of the times that shed light on what we read apparently conflicting gospel accounts. He also discusses …

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Joey Dodson 44:45

9M ago44:45

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Lynn and Paul sit down with Dr. Joseph Dodson, who holds the Craig L. Blomberg Endowed Chair of New Testament at Denver Seminary, discussing his new book on Romans, “Conquerers Not Captives: Reframing Romans 7 for the Christian Life”By Houston Christian University

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Ancient Greco-Roman Story-Telling and the Gospels 1:48:18

10M ago1:48:18

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Do apparent contradictions in the gospels mean we can’t trust them as reliable sources of information about the person and life of Christ? Dr. Mike Licona tackles this important question by examining ancient Greco-Roman biography, the genre to which the gospels belong, and the conventions used by authors of the time when writing them. He explains t…

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Paul Sloan 39:46

11M ago39:46

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Lynn and Paul talk about … and Lynn sets him straight on all his crazy ideas 😊By Houston Christian University

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Lydia McGrew Answered! Conclusion 18:49

11M ago18:49

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In this episode, the final part in an 8 part series, Dr. Licona reviews and summarizes the problems with Lydia McGrew’s methodological interpretation of the Gospels. Then he argues that compositional devices is compatible with the biblical doctrine of inspiration. Finally, he pastorally guides us to consider whether it’s our view of history that ne…