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The Divine Council Worldview Podcast

Dr. Ronn Johnson
Divine Council Worldview
Yahweh
Genesis
Jesus
Divine Council
Abraham
Christianity
Jacob
The Divine Council Worldview
Isaac
Old Testament
Michael S. Heiser
Judaism
Theology
Salvation
Esau
Joseph
John 5
Dr. Michael S. Heiser
Faith

Welcome to the Divine Council Worldview Podcast, where hosts Ronn Johnson and Mike Chu honor the legacy of their late friend and colleague Dr. Michael S. Heiser (author of the best-selling book The Unseen Realm). Our interest is the Bible, studying it through the lens of its original authors and audience. We will specifically take notice of created divine beings and the role they play in the physi... more

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In this episode, Ronn and Mike explore the concept of atonement through the lens of the ransom or redemption model, discussing its historical context, symbolic meaning, and implications for understanding Jesus' death. They also delve into the pronunc... more

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In this episode, Ronn and Mike explore the biblical understanding of salvation, Jesus' personality traits, and the role of humor in Scripture, offering fresh insights into these profound topics. They also explore the significance of Jesus' humor in u... more

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In this episode, Ronn and Mike discuss how to build a comprehensive Divine Council Worldview library, emphasizing the importance of subject-based organization, primary sources, and scholarly diversity. They share practical tips for selecting books, u... more

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Can mental-health struggles sometimes have a spiritual dimension? Dr. Natalie Atwell examines the unseen realm, spiritual deception, sleep paralysis, dissociation, ritual abuse, psychedelics, occultism, and artificial intelligence. She also explains ... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Natalie Atwell
Psychologist; author
Mental Warri or Consulting; Defender Publishing (publisher of Humanity Under Siege)
Episode: EP122: Sleep Paralysis, Ritual Abuse, AI, and the Spiritual Realm
Masa Moroshita
Pastor, Awakening Asia Tokyo
Awakening Asia
Episode: EP120: Breaking Through Japan's Spiritual Darkness
Emmanuel Dania
Pastor/evangelist from Nigeria who shares street ministry experiences
Independent ministry
Episode: EP104: Inside Supernatural Encounters in Nigeria with Emmanuel Dania
Drenna Heiser-Hollander
President of Michael S. Heiser Foundation
Michael S. Heiser Foundation
Episode: EP100: Celebrating Legacy: Drenna Heiser-Hollander on Michael Heiser's Journey
Sandra Alex
Translator and friend of Dr. Heiser, passionate about sharing theological insights in Portuguese.
Michael S. Heiser Foundation
Episode: EP092: Beyond Knowledge: When Theology Meets Real Life
Curt Ferrell
Works for the Indiana Department of Correction overseeing faith-based programs.
Indiana Department of Correction
Episode: EP088: Discipleship Beyond the Walls and Behind Bars
Anthony Diastello
Creator of the tabletop role-playing game 'Allies of Majesty'
Episode: EP076: Gaming the Unseen Realm: Faith and Fantasy in Allies of Majesty
Matthew Bates
Professor of New Testament and author of 'Beyond the Salvation Wars'
Northern Seminary
Episode: EP059: Interview w/Dr. Matthew Bates on "Beyond the Salvation Wars"
Jeff Lees
An artist and youth minister who transitioned from skepticism to embracing faith through art and theological exploration
Episode: EP056: From Skeptic to Storyteller: Jeff Lees on Faith, Art, and Reimagining the Image of God

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 447 ratings
  • Good idea

    Not as worthy of a successor to the Naked Bible Podcast as I had hoped. The episodes seem too rushed. Strongly prefer depth and resources that Dr MSH used. Would like more dialog from Mike Chu.

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    Artichoke03
    United States2 months ago
  • Jesus is Yahweh

    I have to reduce my rating. I have a critique. Jesus is Yahweh. I think that’s clear with many passages that refer to Yahweh in the Old Testament that the New Testament authors use to refer to Jesus. Especially in the book of revelation.. Maybe I heard you wrong Ronn but it seemed like you said that Jesus is sent by Yahweh, but he’s not Yahweh. This pains me because I love the divine council worldview, but not a view that says Jesus is not Yahweh.

    That was episode 36 “The Two Powers in heaven” more

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    Bfwteacher
    United Statesa year ago
  • New to DCW? Don’t start here!

    If you are new to the Divine council worldview, don’t start by listening to this podcast. Start with the naked Bible podcast by Michael Heiser he is the one who brought the Divine Council world view to the attention of non scholars.

    You should start with the best scholarship possible when delving into this and while I like Ronn Johnson and he was a guest on the naked Bible podcast his scholarship and understanding of the divine council worldview and the ancient near eastern world in general pal... more

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    paulnevi
    United Statesa year ago
  • Thank you so much for this content! Heiser's work changed my life for the better and I greatly appreciate this podcast continuing to further biblical education and critical thinking. Keep up the good work!

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    Kendra Conway
    United Statesa year ago
  • Love it!

    Thank you so much for this content! Heiser's work changed my life for the better and I greatly appreciate this podcast continuing to further biblical education and critical thinking. Keep up the good work!

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    Kendra Conway
    United Statesa year ago

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Scholarly and thoughtful, listeners praise rigorous exegesis and continuity with Heiser's legacy.
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EP124: Jesus' Unique Humor, Salvation, and Why Context Really Matters (Q&A #25)
Q: Concerning an inclusive model of salvation, what about someone who follows Yahweh based on the limited amount of information available to them?
A thoughtful response suggests that salvation can be possible for those who respond loyally to Yahweh based on the information available to them, without requiring explicit knowledge of every theological mechanic, aligning with Romans 2 logic and the overarching theme of relational, covenantal loyalty rather than doctrinal orthodoxy.
EP121: How to Understand the Trinity in Baptism? (Q&A #23)
Q: I find Jesus' command to baptize in the name of the Father, Son and Spirit (Matthew 28:19) odd because the Holy Spirit has no personal name, and the Acts accounts don't quote that formula exactly.
The emphasis is on baptism into the new covenant community under the authority of the Father, Son, and Spirit, not on reciting three specific names; early practice varied, but the core meaning is allegiance to the one God through Christ and empowered by the Spirit.
EP117: John 20: How Jesus' Resurrection Reveals the Trinity's Loyalty
Q: What is the core purpose of John's Gospel as discussed in this episode?
John is presented as an evangelistic text focused on declaring Jesus as Israel's Messiah and the unique Son of God, with belief leading to life, rather than a comprehensive systematic theology.
EP099: Q&A Session #15
Q: Is referring to Jesus without a title post-resurrection unintentionally minimizing early Christian confession about its messiah?
The hosts and guest navigate evidence from Paul's usage, noting that Paul mentions Jesus without a title 13 times but uses Christ or Jesus Christ far more often, arguing that names without titles do not necessarily minimize the role, and that a reading of Jesus with titles (e.g., Lord Jesus Christ) helps anchor the broader scriptural narrative.
EP114: Theosis, the Incarnation & Idols (Q&A #21)
Q: David asks about idols and their power in the biblical narrative; do idols have power?
The discussion covers historical practice of idols as localized manifestations of spiritual beings, the dangers of idolatry, and the way biblical writers acknowledge power behind idols while ultimately directing worship to Yahweh, plus the idea that people can attribute power to idols regardless of their real ontological status.

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A deep dive into biblical cosmology through a Divine Council lens, focusing on Yahweh as the central authority and the role of created divine beings in the cosmos. Episodes frequently explore Trinity, the Two Powers doctrine, and how ancient Near Eastern context informs New Testament interpretation. The show emphasizes exegesis, historical context, and bridging scholarly insights with practical faith application, often discussing Jesus' identity, the Spirit, and Gentile inclusion. Noteworthy is its continuity from a late mentor's work, a commitment to rigorous scholarship, and a willingness to tackle controversial topics with a focus on the larger biblical storyline. Potential listeners who enjoy thoughtful biblical theology, discourse on a... more

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