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The Biblical Mind is dedicated to helping its audience understand how the biblical authors thought, promoting Bible fluency through curious, careful reading of Scripture. It is hosted by Dr. Dru Johnson and published by the Center for Hebraic Thought, a hub for research and resources on the intellectual world of the Bible.

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Did the biblical authors believe in a divine council of heavenly beings surrounding God? In this episode, Dru Johnson sits down with Hebrew Bible scholar Jamie Duguid to unpack one of the most controversial debates in modern biblical scholarship: the... more

What if the Book of Job is not primarily about explaining suffering—but about surviving trauma?

In this episode of The Biblical Mind Podcast, Dru Johnson sits down with Old Testament scholar and licensed therapist Michelle Keener to explore the Book... more

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In this episode, biblical scholar Jeffrey Garcia joins Dru Johnson to unpack one of the most misunderstood groups in the New Testament: the Pharisees. Prompted by recent public comments from U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, the conversation explor... more

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What does it truly mean to have a vocation—and how is it different from a career? In this thought-provoking conversation, Steven Garber and Dru Johnson explore the deep disconnect between faith and everyday work, challenging the dualism that separate... more

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Recent Guests

Michelle Keener
Licensed therapist and Old Testament scholar
Author of Comfort from the Ashes: Job as a Trauma Survivor
Episode: Is Job a Trauma Survivor?: Suffering, PTSD, and Healing in the Bible (Michelle Keener) Ep. #252
Jeffrey Garcia
Fellow for the Center for Hebraic Thought; expert in first-century Judaism and Christianity
Center for Hebraic Thought
Episode: What Hegseth Gets Wrong About Pharisees (Jeffrey Garcia) Bonus Episode
Steven Garber
Author and essayist focused on vocation
Center for Hebraic Thought / The Biblical Mind
Episode: Vocation vs. Career vs. Calling (Steven Garber) Ep. #251
Leslie Baynes
New Testament and Hellenistic Judaism scholar; author of Between Interpretation and Imagination: CS Lewis and the Bible
Independent scholar / author
Episode: C.S. Lewis Under the Microscope: Biblical Accuracy, Errors, and Influence (Leslie Baynes) Ep. #250
Preston Sprinkle
Author of From Genesis to Junia, An Honest Search for What the Bible Really Says About Women in Leadership
Author, Professor
Episode: Rethinking Women in Ministry: From Genesis to Paul (Preston Sprinkle) Ep. #249
Paul Caminiti
Bible publisher, former Bible publisher for Zondervan Publishing
Zondervan Publishing / HarperOne
Episode: Inside the Bible Business: The Story behind Publishing the NIV (Paul Caminiti) Ep. #248
Joey Dodson
Author and scholar discussing Paul as rabbi and philosopher
Episode: Was Paul a Philosopher? Rethinking the Apostle as Rabbi and Thinker (Joseph Dodson) Ep. #247
Farhad Rezaei
Political scientist and Iranian Christian convert
Independent scholar; Iran specialist
Episode: The Truth About Iran: Religion, Power, & the Rise of Underground Churches (Farhad Rezaei) Ep. #245
Chris McKinny
Professor and filmmaker focusing on biblical archaeology and the Ark of the Covenant
Geographic Archaeology/academic and film projects
Episode: Where Is the Ark of the Covenant? Legends, Evidence, & Real Possibilities (Chris McKinny) Ep. #244

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Dru Johnson
Host of The Biblical Mind, Center for Hebraic Thought

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 405 ratings
  • I really want to like this more

    I really do like this podcast. I think it’s loaded with interesting speakers and the topics are always interesting. But you see my star rating is only 4/5.

    For one, it seems to start abruptly and end abruptly. It doesn’t have to be a Jonah Goldberg “The Remnant” style debrief after a guest, but a little breathing room would be nice to chew on things.

    I also think hearing a bit more from Dr. Dru would be nice because he is in many ways our ears and voice to these authors and thinkers - it would... more

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    curiousblueprints
    United States3 months ago
  • Gratitude

    This podcast is a gift. It sets an example of how to listen carefully to thinkers from different perspectives without fear that they will undermine our confidence in God’s Word as divine revelation.

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    5
    td2seek
    United States3 months ago
  • Bible believing seminary professors

    It is nice to find professors who believe the Bible instead of feeling a need to be accepted by the rest of woke academia. They so often offer deep insights that incorporate the whole Bible into a unified collection pointing to Jesus.

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    5
    This Ken
    United States3 months ago
  • Fiction

    The bible is fiction.

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    Patrickzumba
    United States5 months ago
  • GREAT Podcast!

    The Biblical Mind is a great podcast! The topics are both interesting and relevant, the content is thought-provoking and informative, and the host/guests are top-notch. Highly recommended!

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    Will D. Bassett
    United States6 months ago

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Thoughtful, balanced discussions with deep scholarship.
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What Hegseth Gets Wrong About Pharisees (Jeffrey Garcia) Bonus Episode
Q: What practical steps can pastors take to guide conversations when controversial terms like Pharisee are invoked in public discourse?
Invite dialogue with scholars, avoid combative starts on social media, and bring ancient texts into conversation with contemporary experiences to model respectful, informed inquiry.
What Hegseth Gets Wrong About Pharisees (Jeffrey Garcia) Bonus Episode
Q: Is it ever appropriate to discuss the Pharisees in a sermon or teaching, and how can one avoid anti-Semitic implications?
Yes, but teachers should anchor discussions in careful historical exegesis, acknowledge the diversity within Pharisaic thought, and frame discussion within the broader biblical narrative without painting all Jews with one brush.
What Hegseth Gets Wrong About Pharisees (Jeffrey Garcia) Bonus Episode
Q: When pastors or public figures compare journalists or others to Pharisees, how should listeners understand the historical term and its implications?
It's important to differentiate between the ancient context of Pharisees and modern uses of the label; do not overgeneralize or weaponize the term, and encourage dialogue that considers scholastic nuance rather than shorthand labels.
Is Job a Trauma Survivor?: Suffering, PTSD, and Healing in the Bible (Michelle Keener) Ep. #252
Q: How do you suggest that we imbibe in Job?
Michelle suggests starting at Job 1 and reading through the entire book, then rereading the epilogue first to grasp the full arc, and finally returning to the rest of the text to notice how patterns and themes develop across the book.
C.S. Lewis Under the Microscope: Biblical Accuracy, Errors, and Influence (Leslie Baynes) Ep. #250
Q: How does Baynes characterize Lewis's approach to problematic quotes versus his more positive biblical insights?
Baynes suggests that while Lewis often cited accurate scripture and offered significant insights (e.g., reflections on love), he frequently misquoted or embellished passages, and acknowledging both the strengths and errors leads to a more nuanced appreciation of his work.

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What is The Biblical Mind about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A thoughtful, scholarship-driven program exploring how biblical authors thought, with a focus on how readers encounter Scripture through careful reading and context. Guests are typically biblical scholars, theologians, and educators who connect ancient texts to contemporary faith, culture, and questions about meaning. The conversations tend to balance rigorous exegesis with accessible explanations, often linking Hebrew Bible themes to modern life. A notable strength is assembling varied expert perspectives while maintaining a reverent, faith-informed tone that appeals to listeners seeking depth without sacrificing clarity. The show often emphasizes canonical integrity, hermeneutical nuance, and the cross-section of faith, culture, and acade... more

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