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The Butcher, the Book, and the Bloody Good Theology - Episode 144
Genesis Marks the Spot
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The Butcher, the Book, and the Bloody Good Theology - Episode 144
In this episode of Genesis Marks the Spot, Carey sits down with Phil Bray—author of Leviticus on the Butcher’s Block and creator of the YouTube channel Leviticus is Fun—for a wide-ranging conversation on sacrifice, atonement, and the surprising beauty of Leviticus.
They explore:
How Leviticus reframes atonement away from wrath and toward restoration
Why sacrifice isn’t about death, but about life and communion
What Phil learned from being both a butcher and a Bible nerd
How Leviticus helps us understand Hebrews, Jesus, and the Lord’s Supper
Whether the sacrificial system was an accommodation… and if so, what kind
Why blood and water both purify—and how Jesus’ life transforms both
Why Passover and atonement aren't the same, and why that matters for communion
The deeper frames behind the word “substitution”
Carey and Phil also dive into the contagious holiness of Jesus, purification rituals, and why Christians must learn to disambiguate muddy theological terms like “atonement” and “substitution.”
This episode is part of our Atonement monthly theme over at the On This Rock biblical theology community. Join us to discuss the many frames of substitution, atonement, and covenant—and be sure to check out Phil’s channel and book!
Links & Resources:
Phil’s YouTube: Leviticus Is Fun
Leviticus on the Butcher’s Block
On This Rock Biblical Theology Community: https://on-this-rock.com/
Website: genesismarksthespot.com
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/GenesisMarkstheSpot
Genesis Marks the Spot
Raiding the ivory tower of biblical theology without ransacking our faith.