Author: Kurt Jaros

Future Blog Series on Historiography & Rebut of L. McGrew

For those unfamiliar with the drama that has transpired on the internet over the past nine months, let me catch you up. There has been a lengthy critique of Dr. Mike Licona’s recent book, Why Are There Differences in the Gospels ? (WDG), by Dr. Lydia McGrew (the wife of the highly esteemed Dr. Timothy

Is the Resurrection of Jesus Necessary for the Jesus Movement?

Today I read through an Easter thread by one of our multi-appearing guests and friend of the podcast, Nick Byrd. Nick is a PhD candidate at Florida State University studying philosophy and psychology. I’ve appreciated getting to know Nick and his areas of interest. In this post I would like to respond to some of

How We Got the Bible

Last week Kurt finished teaching a five-week series on how we got the Bible. These talks were delivered at Sunday Forum, a weekly adult education class at Christ Church of Oak Brook. Here are links to download the talks and powerpoints of each lesson. #1 Oral Transmission of the Bible – AUDIO DOWNLOAD HERE, POWERPOINT

Blessed are the Peacemakers – Andy Larsen

Above is the trailer for Dr. Andy Larsen’s documentary, “Blessed are the Peacemakers.” You can watch/rent it on Vimeo for $4. Here is a link to his website, WorldlyHoliness.com Here is a link to an organization that Andy works with Peace Catalyst International. Finally, please read this article about Andy in the Covenant Companion, a