In this episode, Peter Goeman and Doug Bookman team up to review Al Mohler's interview of Daniel Hummel, concerning his book, "The Rise and Fall of Dispensationalism." Goeman and Bookman assess the interview and discuss the kinds of objections that are often brought up against dispensationalism as a system. Topics covered: whether dispensationalism is a valid way of interpreting the Bible, whether dispensationalism originated with Darby, whether dispensationalism is too complicated, and whether ...
Oct 24, 2023•55 min•Ep. 155
In 1 Samuel 13:14 the Bible says that David was a man after God's own heart. But what does the phrase, "a man after His heart" mean? Normally people assume it means that David had a heart that was the same as God's heart. However, if that is true, how could David have commited adultery and murder? In this episode we explore an alternative (and more likely) meaning of what it means that David was a man after God's own heart. Blog article: "David as a Man after God's Own Heart" - https://petergoem...
Oct 24, 2023•37 min•Ep. 154
Many people struggle to understand why the Law was given to Israel because they do not seek to understand the Law as part of the story of God interacting with Israel. It can be helpful to look at Old Testament Law systematically, but it is also essential to understand Old Testament Law as a part of narrative and story. The Law was not given in a vacuum, but is an essential part of Israel's history. Understanding the when, to whom, and why of the Law gives us insight into how the law functions. I...
Sep 19, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 153
Is there a divine council? In this episode we discuss the Bible texts which talk about angels being granted special authority over nations and how that should impact our understanding of how God interacts with angels. We talk about the Divine Council worldview that Mike Heiser popularized in his book The Unseen Realm. We also discuss whether the Bible refers to angels as divine, and how our English definitions don't always match with how the Hebrew language defines the angelic existence. If you ...
Sep 06, 2023•55 min•Ep. 152
This episode continues the discussion from last time about biblicism. Although last episode discussed methodology and logic of interpretation primarily, this episode discusses biblicism from a standpoint of history and specifically the Reformation. We look at Wyclif, Zwingli, Luther, and Calvin and look at some of the examples of how the Reformers were guilty of the things biblicists are often accused of: (1) departing from “universal” Christian teaching, (2) trying to avoid extra-biblical label...
Aug 23, 2023•57 min•Ep. 151
In this episode we examine the concept of biblicism. Is biblicism dangerous? Do we need creeds and confessions to tell us what the Bible means? Or, to put it another way, should we let our theological presuppositions dictate the meaning of a passage? We review a past episode of Theocast on biblicism and why there are tremendous problems with saying theological systems need to drive our interpretation. Theocast video reviewed: https://youtu.be/iq9rsE_6Vq8 James White on Matthew Barrett and Biblic...
Aug 09, 2023•48 min•Ep. 150
In this video we look at Titus 1:6 and examine elder qualifications. Titus 1:6 says that an elder (a church leader or pastor) should have "children who believe" (NASB) or "faithful children" (LSB). Which translation better conveys the qualification for a church leader? Tim Miller (Shepherds Theological Seminary) joins us to talk about this vital topic. Bible Sojourner article on this topic: https://petergoeman.com/do-a-pastors-children-need-to-be-believers-a-look-at-titus-16/ If you have found t...
Jul 27, 2023•45 min•Ep. 149
We look at a variety of issues, such as the resurrection and reign of believers, whether baptism can be done in Jesus's name, and whether the Holy Spirit should be thought of as feminine. Time stamps and topics are as follows: 00:00 Introduction 2:13 The Resurrection and Reign of Dead Saints 12:09 Being Baptized in Jesus's Name Instead of Trinity 20:35 Observing the Passover in the Millennium 28:33 The Holy Spirit is Feminine in the Old Testament 34:45 Psalm Superscriptions 42:03 Translating Mus...
Jul 11, 2023•52 min•Ep. 148
Geography is one of the most undervalued aspects of Bible study. Todd Bolen joins us on the episode today and we talk about the importance of geography and how it impacted the lives of those who lived during Bible times and continues to have relevance to Israel even today. We talk about how biblical stories have greater depth and clarity when we understand geographical and cultural elements. Todd Bolen's TMU Profile: https://www.masters.edu/faculty_staff_bio/todd-bolen/ Todd Bolen's Bible Places...
Jun 28, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 147
We look at an assortment of listener questions and talk about a variety of issues. See list of topics in the time stamps below: 00:00 Introduction 02:27 Was the Serpent a Serpent in Genesis 3? 07:47 Ancient Weaponry in Prophecies 20:55 Role of the Church in Observing the Ordinances 28:27 Push for Unity Among Non-mainline Churches 35:18 Luke 5 and New Wine in Old Wineskins 40:08 VanDrunen's Two Kingdom Model 50:57 Conflation of Church Age and Kingdom and Christ's Priesthood 52:56 Use of Replaceme...
Jun 15, 2023•1 hr 11 min
We are joined on today’s episode by Cory Marsh and James Fazio from Southern California Seminary . Our topic of discussion is the history of dispensational thought prior to Darby. Marsh and Fazio have edited a brand new volume entitled, Discovering Dispensationalism , which relies on quality scholarship to argue for the presence of dispensational themes prior to Darby. Join us as we survey the motivation behind the book as well as some of the content that the authors have put forward as evidence...
Jun 02, 2023•1 hr 26 min
Special guest Mike Vlach joins us to talk about his new book, The New Creation Model . Vlach discusses the New Creation Model and the Spiritual Vision Model, and how these two paradigms have influenced interpreters for thousands of years. We talk about Dispensationalism and Covenant Theology and how those systems understand the storyline of Scripture. We also discuss premillennialism, amillennialism, and postmillennialism and how those eschatological viewpoints either do or do not reflect a New ...
May 19, 2023•1 hr 4 min
In today's episode, we talk about mental health and the Christian. What kind of insight does the Bible give into mental health? How does the world use the term? We look into the history of the mental health movement and talk about how the Bible describes anxiety and other mental health issues. Lastly, we apply the biblical worldview in order to assess this important topic. 0:00 Intro 2:51 Defining Mental Health 12:12 History of Mental Health Movement 21:11 Implications of Secular Mental Health M...
May 12, 2023•1 hr 1 min
In today's episode, we discuss English Bible translations. In the first half, we talk about the King James Version (KJV) and why people still use it, and whether or not it is inspired or superior to other translations. In the second half of the episode, we talk about Bible translation philosophy in general and how it is a somewhat complicated endeavor. Resources referenced in the podcast: 15 Rules of Translation for the KJV Translators Seven Articles on the KJV and Bible Translations An Episode ...
Apr 28, 2023•59 min
On today's episode, a special guest (Tim Goeman) joins us to talk about the early formative years of parenting. We also move on to the later stages of the family to talk about end-of-life issues (i.e., taking care of elderly parents). These are often issues that get ignored, but as believers, we need to have these conversations. Resources referenced in the podcast : Bill Davis, Departing in Peace : https://www.prpbooks.com/book/departing-in-peace Jim Newheiser and Elyse Fitzpatrick, You Never St...
Apr 14, 2023•50 min
The Baptism Debate has been released! In this episode, we talk about a little bit of the history behind the book. We also discuss the arguments that help consolidate the issues behind whether or not infants should be baptized. Listen to the episode and see if the book might be something that would be helpful in understanding infant baptism and Reformed covenant theology. Buy the Book on Amazon Also available online wherever books are sold. Help others find the podcast by leaving a review on Itu...
Apr 03, 2023•47 min•Ep. 140
John Piper believes that any remarriage after divorce is wrong. We review Piper's position paper on the subject and compare it with the position presented by Andrew David Naselli in a 2019 journal article. We talk about the cultural context of Jewish and Greco-Roman life and how that should contribute to one's understanding of the Bible's divorce passages. Article by Andrew David Naselli Article by John Piper Help others find the podcast by leaving a review on Itunes or rating it on Spotify . Yo...
Mar 17, 2023•58 min•Ep. 139
Today's short episode deals with the question of whether a Christian woman can work outside the home? What does the Bible say, and what is the wise course of action? Help others find the podcast by leaving a review on Itunes or rating it on Spotify . You can also find The Bible Sojourner on Youtube ! Subscribe and like episodes there to help others find the content. Visit petergoeman.com for more information on the podcast or blog....
Mar 03, 2023•13 min•Ep. 138
While the culture is trying to de-feminize women, the Bible gives clear teaching on God's beautiful and unique design for women. Furthermore, the Bible gives plentiful instruction on what the church is to teach younger women. We do our women (and men) a disservice when we fail to emphasize the godly calling of motherhood and being a wife, but this is a very unpopular message in today's culture. Help others find the podcast by leaving a review on Itunes or rating it on Spotify . You can also find...
Feb 17, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 137
Were America's founding fathers Christian? Did they embrace the core tenets of Christianity? Or, were they deists? In this episode, Dr. Gregg Frazer joins us to talk about those men who helped design the constitution and found the great nation of America. Frazer challenges the common notions and helps us look at the facts of history. Dr. Frazer has also provided a handout entitled, "Why is the Christian America View Dangerous?" Gregg Frazer has also written two great books on the time of America...
Feb 03, 2023•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 136
What is dispensationalism? How does dispensationalism differentiate itself as a system from other ways of interpreting Scripture? I'm joined by special guest Michael Vlach to discuss his new book Dispensational Hermeneutics. We talk about how dispensationalism is more than just an eschatology, but really a whole framework for reading the Bible. I am also giving away TWO FREE COPIES of Vlach's new book, Dispensational Hermeneutics. For information on how to enter, see the instructions here: https...
Jan 20, 2023•43 min•Ep. 135
Have you heard of ChatGPT? It is one of the most amazing technological advances of this decade. This new era of artificial intelligence brings with it a variety of challenges and ethical dilemmas. How should Christians think about tools like ChatGPT? Help others find the podcast by leaving a review on Itunes or rating it on Spotify . Visit petergoeman.com for more information on the podcast or blog....
Jan 13, 2023•1 hr•Ep. 134
The new year is upon us! Many Christians are making goals for 2023, a practice I think we all should do. In this video we talk about what Christians can (and should) do to make 2023 a more productive, Christ-exalting year. Help others find the podcast by leaving a review on Itunes or rating it on Spotify . Visit petergoeman.com for more information on the podcast or blog....
Dec 31, 2022•57 min•Ep. 133
Matthew 1:5 says that Salmon fathered Boaz by Rahab. Does this mean Rahab was the mother of Boaz? We take a look at the purpose of genealogies in the Old and New Testament and answer whether Boaz was the son of Rahab. Help others find the podcast by leaving a review on Itunes or rating it on Spotify . Visit petergoeman.com for more information on the podcast or blog....
Dec 16, 2022•38 min•Ep. 132
In this episode, we ask the question of whether there are Apostles today. We discuss the three criteria for being an Apostle, and what Scripture has to say on the issue of the gift of Apostleship. Help others find the podcast by leaving a review on Itunes or rating it on Spotify . Visit petergoeman.com for more information on the podcast or blog....
Dec 05, 2022•30 min•Ep. 131
In this episode, I talk about an alternative translation of Genesis 4:7, and why I think it is the best even though no English translations follow it! Perhaps instead of Genesis 4:7 being a reference to sin crouching at the door it is a reference to God providing a sin offering for Cain. Buckle your seatbelts! Blog article referenced in episode: Perhaps Sin is Not Crouching at the Door (Genesis 4:7) Help others find the podcast by leaving a review on Itunes or rating it on Spotify . Visit peterg...
Nov 17, 2022•42 min•Ep. 130
In this episode, we talk about what is probably the best argument for Amillennialism. Matt Waymeyer walks us through the eschatological framework employed by the amillennialist, focusing on the argument that the two ages, this age and the age to come, makes an intermediate kingdom impossible. We talk about how premillennialism best accounts for the Old Testament prophecies and allows Revelation 20 to be interpreted in a straightforward manner. Get Matt Waymeyer's book, Amillennialism and the Age...
Nov 04, 2022•1 hr 19 min
In this episode, we discuss the explosive nature of the Abrahamic Covenant and how that fits into the book of Genesis. Furthermore, we talk about the promises of the Abrahamic Covenant and how those help shape our understanding of how we read the book of Genesis. Help others find the podcast by leaving a review on Itunes or rating it on Spotify . Visit petergoeman.com for more information on the podcast or blog....
Oct 28, 2022•54 min•Ep. 128
This episode is from a presentation at the Shepherds 360 conference on ethics. The presentation discussed the believer's relationship to the Law and how we might use the Law in making ethical decisions. There is a PowerPoint along with the presentation, which can be accessed here . The presentation will make sense without the PowerPoint if you are just listening. Help others find the podcast by leaving a review on Itunes or rating it on Spotify . Visit petergoeman.com for more information on the...
Oct 21, 2022•51 min
What happens to babies when they die? In this episode, we discuss this important issue from a biblical and logical perspective. We cover the main views and assess the biblical evidence. Links mentioned in the podcast: The Salvation of Babies Who Die, Part 1 - https://www.gty.org/library/sermons-library/80-242/the-salvation-of-babies-who-die-part-1 The Salvation of Babies Who Die, Part 2 - https://www.gty.org/library/sermons-library/80-243/the-salvation-of-babies-who-die-part-2 Help others find t...
Oct 08, 2022•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 126
