Mike Bird introduces us to arguably the most controversial figure in modern Christianity - the apparent gay-hating, misogynistic Apostle Paul.
Show Notes
Welcome to the third in a six-part series delving into the benchmark book The New Testament In Its World.
Co-author Michael Bird takes us through the text he wrote with N.T. Wright, this episode examining the historical figure of the Apostle Paul, a figure who has come to represent the most hard-line aspects of the Christian faith.
On the chopping block are important questions like,
- What was Paul's significance to the early church?
- Where does the controversy emerge in his work?
- How does Paul's work lead us to rethink God?
If you're following along with The New Testament In Its World, this episode covers key issues in Part V: Paul and the Faithfulness of God:
- The Story of Paul's Life and Ministry
- A Primer on Pauline Theology
What is Delving Into The New Testament In Its World?
Go on a whimsical journey with author Mike Bird as he delves into his authoritative text and places the New Testament in the context of the culture in which it arose.