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Prolific New Testament scholar Craig Keener shares his knowledge of the Scriptures and his heart for sharing the Gospel.
In this episode, Dr. Keener addresses the question: "How do we understand the Spirit's role in revealing the wisdom of the cross?" reflecting on 1 Corinthians 2. Dr. Keener also discusses the different ancient ideas of becoming or participating in the divine, highlighting the major differences of the Christian perspective. Then Dr. Keener takes up a question from online about the healing offered through Christ in Matthew 8:17 (and Isaiah 53): "This was to fulfill what was spoken by the prophet Isaiah: “He took our illnesses and bore our diseases."
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Bible Backgrounds
Prolific New Testament scholar Craig Keener shares his knowledge of the Scriptures and his heart for sharing the Gospel.
