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Exploring the Language of Scripture

Daniel Mikkelsen (NT Greek Tutoring)

30 episodes

1 week ago

Some scholars within the Paul within Judaism school (PWJ) argue that Paul taught two distinct paths to salvation—one for Jews through the Law and another for Gentiles through Christ. But is that really what Paul says? In this episode of Exploring the Language of Scripture, Daniel Mikkelsen is joined by Josh Ip Cho-suen (pastor and biblical scholar) to examine how Paul actually speaks about salvation for Jews and Gentiles. We trace the development of the PWJ view (including influences from E. ...

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Some scholars within the Paul within Judaism school (PWJ) argue that Paul taught two distinct paths to salvation—one for Jews through the Law and another for Gentiles through Christ. But is that really what Paul says? In this episode of Exploring the Language of Scripture, Daniel Mikkelsen is joined by Josh Ip Cho-suen (pastor and biblical scholar) to examine how Paul actually speaks about salvation for Jews and Gentiles. We trace the development of the PWJ view (including influences from E. ...

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Exploring the Language of Scripture

Did Paul Really Teach Two Roads to Salvation? | Josh Ip Cho-suen

Some scholars within the Paul within Judaism school (PWJ) argue that Paul taught two distinct paths to salvation—one for Jews through the Law and another for Gentiles through Christ. But is that really what Paul says? In this episode of Exploring the Language of Scripture, Daniel Mikkelsen is joined by Josh Ip Cho-suen (pastor and biblical scholar) to examine how Paul actually speaks about salvation for Jews and Gentiles. We trace the development of the PWJ view (including influences from E. ...

1 week ago

1 hour 32 minutes

Exploring the Language of Scripture

What Early Christians Thought about the Kingdom of God? | Tyler Hoagland

How did early Christians understand the Kingdom of God—and how did their view move beyond the Gospels into Paul, Acts, and the Apostolic Fathers? In this episode of Exploring the Language of Scripture, Daniel Mikkelsen speaks with Tyler Hoagland, independent scholar of early Christianity, about how the Kingdom of God was conceived in the first 150 years after Christ. Drawing on his doctoral research, Tyler shows how the Greek terms βασιλεία (basileia) —kingdom—and βασιλεύω (basileuō) —to reig...

3 weeks ago

1 hour 29 minutes

Exploring the Language of Scripture

Does Acts Contain Actual Eyewitness Accounts? | Steve Walton

Does the Book of Acts really preserve accurate eyewitness testimonies? In this episode of Exploring the Language of Scripture, Daniel Mikkelsen is joined by Steve Walton—pastor, New Testament scholar, and specialist on the Book of Acts—for a wide-ranging conversation about whether Acts contains evidence of eyewitness accounts. From the importance of Greek for reading Acts, to eyewitness testimony, historical accuracy, miracles, and the mysterious “we” sections, Steve Walton explains wha...

1 month ago

1 hour 15 minutes

Exploring the Language of Scripture

Why Are the Dragon & Woman in Revelation 12? | Ian Paul

In this episode of Exploring the Language of Scripture on Revelation, Daniel Mikkelsen is joined by Ian Paul—Anglican minister, New Testament scholar, and author of the Tyndale Commentary on Revelation—for a wide-ranging conversation on the meaning and message of Revelation 12. From the strange imagery of the pregnant woman and the dragon to the central question of the problem of evil, Revelation 12 offers both a cosmic drama and a message of hope. Ian Paul explains why this chapter is often ...

1 month ago

1 hour 1 minute

Exploring the Language of Scripture

Colossians Explained: Why It Matters Who Christ Is | Paul Foster

In this episode of Exploring the Language of Scripture on Colossians, Daniel Mikkelsen is joined by Professor Paul Foster—New Testament scholar and Daniel’s PhD supervisor—for an in-depth conversation on the theology and message of Colossians, and why it matters who Christ is. From the Christological poem in chapter 1 to warnings against false teachings, angel worship, and spiritual powers, Colossians insists on the supremacy of Christ in every area of life. Paul Foster shares insights from h...

2 months ago

1 hour 17 minutes

Exploring the Language of Scripture

How Can Paul Say ‘Don’t Curse’—Yet Do It? | Filip Sylwestrowicz

In this episode of Exploring the Language of Scripture, Daniel Mikkelsen is joined by Filip Sylwestrowicz—a pastor and New Testament scholar—for a rich and thought-provoking conversation on blessings and curses in Paul’s letters, their ancient background, and their relevance for the Church today. Drawing on passages like Galatians 1, 1 Corinthians 5 and 16, Romans 9 and 12, Filip explores the meaning of anathema, the language of 'handing over to Satan', and the paradox of Paul encouraging bel...

2 months ago

1 hour 17 minutes

Exploring the Language of Scripture

Early Bible Copies: Why You Should Care | Michael Dormandy

In this episode of Exploring the Language of Scripture, Daniel Mikkelsen is joined by Michael Dormandy—a minister, New Testament scholar, and specialist in early Christian manuscripts—for a rich and engaging conversation on the transmission of Scripture, the power of the original languages, and the first complete Bibles. Drawing from his work on the earliest full New Testament manuscripts—known as pandects—Michael reflects on the value of biblical languages for personal faith, the complexity ...

4 months ago

1 hour 13 minutes

Exploring the Language of Scripture

Does Luke Compare to Ancient Historians? | James Morgan

In this episode of Exploring the Language of Scripture, Daniel Mikkelsen is joined by James Morgan—a deacon, educator, and biblical scholar—for a wide-ranging conversation on how Luke’s Gospel and the Book of Acts compare to ancient Greek historians like Herodotus. Drawing on years of experience teaching biblical languages across Europe and Africa, James offers a compelling case for reading Luke-Acts as part of the broader tradition of ancient historiography. Together, they explore Luke’s use...

4 months ago

1 hour 17 minutes

Exploring the Language of Scripture

Why Paul Links Peace to Blood in Colossians? | Diego dy Carlos

In this episode of Exploring the Language of Scripture, Daniel Mikkelsen is joined by Diego Dy Carlos—a researcher in New Testament at Martin Bucer Seminary in Brazil—for a theologically rich conversation on Colossians 1:20 and Paul’s language of peace-making through blood. Drawing on Roman political context, Paul’s Old Testament categories, and a careful reading of the Greek, Diego explains why Paul’s use of eirēnopoiēō (to make peace) is unique and deliberate—and how it helps clarify ...

5 months ago

1 hour 8 minutes

Exploring the Language of Scripture

Why Jesus Spoke in Metaphors? Matthew, Mission, and Meaning | Robert Lane

In this episode of Exploring the Language of Scripture, Daniel Mikkelsen is joined by Robert Lane—a missionary, linguist, and PhD candidate in New Testament at the University of Edinburgh—for a deep dive into why Jesus spoke in metaphors and how understanding them helps us read Matthew’s Gospel more faithfully. Drawing on years of cross-cultural mission work and a research focus on metaphor in the Gospel of Matthew, Robert shares how metaphors do far more than illustrate—they shape meaning, r...

5 months ago

1 hour 9 minutes

Exploring the Language of Scripture

Does the Law of Moses Reveal the Messiah? | Part 2 | Seth Postell

In this episode of Exploring the Language of Scripture, Daniel Mikkelsen welcomes back Seth Postell—a Messianic Jew, Academic Dean at Israel College of the Bible, and biblical scholar—for a deeper exploration of how the Torah’s eschatology points forward to the Messiah. Building on their earlier conversation, they dive into the Torah’s structure, Israel’s story of exile and restoration, and how both the prophets and the New Testament read Moses with messianic expectation. Together, they uncov...

6 months ago

1 hour 9 minutes

Exploring the Language of Scripture

Acts Explained: Was the Early Church a Migrant Church? | Paul Wilson

In this episode of Exploring the Language of Scripture, Daniel Mikkelsen sits down with Paul Wilson—PhD candidate at the University of Edinburgh and associate lecturer at the Scottish Baptist College—to explore how the Book of Acts comes alive when viewed through the lens of migration. As both a migrant himself and a scholar of ancient texts, Paul brings a unique perspective to the question: Was the early church a migrant church? Together, Daniel and Paul unpack how forced movement, resettlem...

6 months ago

1 hour 3 minutes

Exploring the Language of Scripture

Does the Law of Moses Reveal the Messiah | Part 1 | Seth Postell

In this episode of Exploring the Language of Scripture, Daniel Mikkelsen sits down with Seth Postell—a dedicated scholar, Academic Dean at Israel College of the Bible, and Messianic Jew—to explore how a careful reading of the Torah and the Hebrew Bible transforms our understanding of the Law of Moses and its role in God's plan of salvation through the Messiah. Through a deep dive into biblical languages, Seth shows how nuances in the Hebrew text—from the debate over Psalm 2:12 to the controve...

7 months ago

47 minutes

Exploring the Language of Scripture

Bible Translation, Fallacies & Greek Lectionaries | Denis Salgado

In this episode of Exploring the Language of Scripture, Daniel Mikkelsen sits down with Denis Salgado—a research fellow at the Center for the Study of NT Manuscripts—to delve into the intricate world of Bible translation, common fallacies, and the overlooked realm of Greek lectionaries. Denis shares his journey from theology to textual criticism and reveals how a deep understanding of Greek exposes translation pitfalls (for example, why the Greek word beloved can never refer to the Church in ...

7 months ago

1 hour 4 minutes

Exploring the Language of Scripture

New Creation: A Key to John’s Gospel | Paulus de Jong

In this episode of Exploring the Language of Scripture, Daniel Mikkelsen sits down with Paulus de Jong to explore how John’s Gospel reimagines the creation narrative and introduces the theme of new creation. Together, they reveal how Jesus’ ministry—through his healing miracles, the crown of thorns that echoes Genesis’ account of disobedience, and his portrayal as the new tabernacle—illustrates the restoration of a broken creation. They discuss how the Greek language deepens our understanding...

8 months ago

1 hour

Exploring the Language of Scripture

Grace, Works & Judgement Explained in James | Daniel K. Eng

In this episode of Exploring the Language of Scripture, Daniel Mikkelsen sits down with Daniel K. Eng, Associate Professor of New Testament at Western Seminary, to explore eschatological approval in James and what it means for faith, works, and final judgement. Together, they discuss how James 1:12 serves as the key to the letter, how James and Paul use the Greek word for justification differently, and why trials, wisdom, and perseverance play a crucial role in James’ theology. From the role ...

8 months ago

54 minutes

Exploring the Language of Scripture

Greek in the Old Testament and 1 Peter: More Important Than You Think | Ed Glenny

In this episode of Exploring the Language of Scripture, Daniel Mikkelsen sits down with Ed Glenny, Professor of New Testament and Greek at the University of Northwestern, St. Paul, to explore the significance of the Greek Old Testament (Septuagint) and how Greek grammar in 1 Peter deepens our understanding of Scripture. Together, they discuss how the Septuagint shaped the early church, why Greek conditional clauses in 1 Peter reveal more than translations suggest, and what we can learn ...

9 months ago

1 hour 2 minutes

Exploring the Language of Scripture

Comfort for Hard Times: What Paul Teaches Us with Alex Muir

In this episode of Exploring the Language of Scripture, Daniel Mikkelsen sits down with Alex Muir, Departmental Lecturer in New Testament at Mansfield College, Oxford, and author of Paul and Seneca within the Ancient Consolation Tradition, to uncover how Paul’s teachings on comfort and joy give hope in life’s hardest moments. Together, they explore how Paul’s letters reflect his pastoral heart for suffering churches, offering hope, perseverance, and encouragement. From Greek terms like para...

9 months ago

1 hour 5 minutes

Exploring the Language of Scripture

Unlocking Hebrews: Why This Book Matters for Your Faith | Insights with George Guthrie

In this episode of Exploring the Language of Scripture, Daniel Mikkelsen sits down with George H. Guthrie, a leading New Testament scholar and Professor at Regent College, Vancouver, to uncover the profound significance of the Book of Hebrews for believers today. Together, they explore how Hebrews presents Jesus as the ultimate High Priest, bridging the Old and New Testaments, and offering hope, perseverance, and clarity for the Christian life. From the transformative reality of the Incarnati...

10 months ago

58 minutes

Exploring the Language of Scripture

What Paul Teaches Us About Christmas: 'A Deeper Look'

In this special Christmas episode of Exploring the Language of Scripture, Daniel Mikkelsen takes listeners on a journey through Paul’s unique perspective on the nativity story. Unpacking a profound and often-overlooked narrative, Daniel presents four key points that reveal Paul’s deep theological reflections on the significance of Christ’s birth. Join us as we explore how Paul’s understanding of Christmas invites us to reflect on the Incarnation, God’s redemptive plan, and the practical impac...

10 months ago

39 minutes