
"What in the world does that verse mean?" This show tackles the hardest Bible verses to understand. Each episode, host Kirk E. Miller interviews an expert guest to discuss a text in the Bible that is known to be challenging to interpret. They do in-depth Bible study and survey scholars' interpretations. By investigating the strangest and hardest Bible verses, What in the Word? gets below the surfa... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 22 | Founded | 10 months ago |
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What in the Word? wraps up a rich and thought-provoking first season. In this special finale, host Kirk E. Miller turns the mic on himself, as Matt Barrios, the show’s producer, leads a reflective interview covering lessons learned, favorite passages... more
What’s the Song of Solomon really about? Is the Song a literal love poem, an allegory of God’s love, or something in between
In this episode of What in the Word?, Kirk E. Miller is joined by Fellipe do Vale to explore the interpretive challenges of ... more
In this episode of What in the Word?, Lynn H. Cohick joins Kirk E. Miller to unpack Paul's exhortation in Philippians 2:12–13.
What does it mean to “work out your salvation with fear and trembling”? Does this imply salvation is earned? How do we rec... more
In this episode of What in the Word?, Kirk E. Miller is joined by New Testament scholar Jeannine Brown to explore one of Scripture’s most challenging passages: Matthew 16:28. Did Jesus mistakenly predict his return?
Together, they examine various in... more
If God is good and created all things good, where did evil come from? In this episode of What in the Word?, Phillip Cary joins Kirk E. Miller to explore Genesis 3 and the origins of evil.
Where did the serpent—this cunning adversary and deceiver—com... more
How should we understand the Bible’s Creation story in Genesis 1:1–2:3?
In this episode of What in the Word?, Kirk E. Miller is joined by Vern Poythress to explore the genre, interpretation, and theological intent of Genesis 1:1–2:3. They discuss va... more
In this episode of What in the Word?, Malcolm Foley joins Kirk E. Miller to discuss the challenging passage of 1 Timothy 6:6–10. Together, they unpack Paul’s warnings about the desire for wealth and consider how the love of money is described as a ro... more
Is Jesus really less than the Father? In this What in the Word? episode, Kirk E. Miller is joined by theologian Michael Horton to tackle John 14:28, where Jesus says, “The Father is greater than I.”
Does this verse contradict Jesus divinity and equa... more
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Listeners can expect thoughtful discussions centered around some of the most difficult and enigmatic passages in the Bible. Each episode typically features host Kirk E. Miller in conversation with academic and theological experts who provide insights into the interpretive challenges and theological complexities of specific verses. The podcast aims to not only clarify these difficult texts but also to explore their broader implications for understanding God, faith, and daily life in the context of Christianity. Episodes tackle a range of topics from creation narratives to New Testament interpretations, offering a blend of rigorous scholarship and practical application for listeners looking to deepen their biblical understanding.
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Recent guests on What in the Word? include:
1. Vern Poythress
2. Malcolm Foley
3. Thomas Schreiner
4. Richard Lucas
5. Brandon Crowe
6. Dr. Carmen Imes
7. Mark Strauss
8. Jonathan Leeman
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