52 - An Empathetic Reading of Scripture with Shane J. Wood

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The Learning Laborers

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Denver is a missionary, Taylor is a pastor, and Matt is a professor. All of them, however, are passionate about bridging the gap between scholarship and ministry. They want to take the insights gained through academic study of the Bible and bring them directly to the fields of ministry. Sometimes Christians are led to believe they must choose between being a capable scholar and having a fruitful ministry. The Learning Laborers believe that the opposite is true. When brought together in the right way, scholarship enhances ministry and ministry experience also enhances biblical scholarship.

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52 - An Empathetic Reading of Scripture with Shane J. Wood

The Learning Laborers

1 hour 25 minutes 17 seconds

4 weeks ago

52 - An Empathetic Reading of Scripture with Shane J. Wood

In this episode, Matt, Denver, and Taylor welcome Dr. Shane J. Wood, a professor of New Testament at Ozark Christian College and Lincoln Seminary.

The discussion delves into Dr. Wood's unique approach to biblical interpretation, which emphasizes empathy and vulnerability. Drawing from his books like Thinning the Veil and ongoing works, Dr. Wood explains how understanding the humanity of biblical characters and allowing the text to unearth personal experiences can lead to profound transformation. The conversation also touches on the challenges and responsibilities of pastors in guiding their congregations through the scriptures. Resources and methods for deeply engaging with the Bible across its various genres are discussed, offering listeners practical insights for their own study and ministry.

Thinning the Veil by Shane J. Wood

Between Two Trees by Shane J. Wood

The Drama of Ephesians by Timothy Gombis

Shane's Website

00:00 Welcome to the Learning Laborers Podcast

00:51 Introducing the Hosts and Today's Episode

01:19 Conversation with Dr. Shane J Wood

03:15 Diving into Biblical Interpretation

06:21 Empathy and Vulnerability in Biblical Study

18:06 The Transformative Power of Scripture

40:34 Challenges in Pastoral Ministry

43:16 The Inner Journey and Empathy in Pastoral Work