Greek Insights and Gems From The Letter of James with Craig Blomberg

Exploring the Language of Scripture

In this episode of Exploring the Language of Scripture, host Daniel Mikkelsen interviews Craig Blomberg, Professor Emeritus of New Testament at Denver Seminary, renowned for his work in New Testament scholarship and biblical theology. Together, they explore why non-Pauline letters, like James, are often overlooked in the Protestant world. The conversation delves into the significance of biblical languages, how careful interpretation can uncover fresh theological insights, and touches on topics such as double-mindedness and the nature of wisdom in James. They also discuss how traditions have shaped the focus on Paul over other New Testament writings. The episode wraps up with reflections on discipleship and key passages from the broader New Testament.
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Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
01:54 Meet Craig Blomberg
03:43 A Journey into New Testament Studies
07:33 Greek Grammar and Romans
8:28: What We Often Miss
13:00 How Greek Shaped Luther and the Reformation
16:56 Why We Overlook Non-Pauline Letters
18:52 Wisdom from James: Trials, Wealth, and Generosity
27:26 The Double-Minded Person in James
31:14 Defining Wisdom in the Letter of James
35:10 Applying Wisdom to Everyday Life
38:45 Jesus' Genealogy and Its Link to Discipleship
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Podcast Keywords:
biblical languages, New Testament, Old Testament, Christ, bible study, Relationship with God, learn biblical languages, Biblical Theology, Christianity, Covenants, New covenant, old covenant, language acquisition, Biblical Greek, Biblical Hebrew.

Chapter

1. Introduction (00:00:00)

2. Meet Craig Blomberg (00:01:54)

3. A Journey into New Testament Studies (00:03:43)

4. Greek Grammar and Romans 8:28: What We Often Miss (00:07:33)

5. How Greek Shaped Luther and the Reformation (00:13:00)

6. Why We Overlook Non-Pauline Letters (00:16:56)

7. Wisdom from James: Trials, Wealth, and Generosity (00:18:52)

8. The Double-Minded Person in James (00:27:26)

9. Defining Wisdom in the Letter of James (00:31:14)

10. Applying Wisdom to Everyday Life (00:35:10)

11. Jesus' Genealogy and Its Link to Discipleship (00:38:45)