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April 30th: Deuteronomy 1 & Luke 2:1-21

April 29, 2020

Alastair Roberts

Moses recounts Israel's rebellion. The birth of Jesus and the angels appearing to the shepherds. Some passages referenced: Deuteronomy 26:16-19, 27:9 (Deuteronomy as a formal renewal of the covenant)

The Princess and the Goblin—Chapter 15: Woven and Then Spun

April 29, 2020

Alastair Roberts

For the Easter season, I am posting some rather different things on this channel, in addition to my regular output, as a little gift to my followers and supporters. This is the second book I am readin

The Princess and the Goblin—Chapter 14: That Night Week

April 29, 2020

Alastair Roberts

The Princess and the Goblin—Chapter 13: The Cobs' Creatures

April 29, 2020

Alastair Roberts

April 29th: Numbers 25 & Luke 1:57-80

April 28, 2020

Alastair Roberts

The zeal of Phinehas. The Song of Zechariah. Some passages referenced: Exodus 32:6 (idolatry and sexual promiscuity); Exodus 34:12-16 (warning against idolatry and sexual promiscuity); Leviticus 20:2

The Princess and the Goblin—Chapter 12: A Short Chapter About Curdie

April 28, 2020

Alastair Roberts

The Princess and the Goblin—Chapter 11: The Old Lady's Bedroom

April 28, 2020

Alastair Roberts

The Princess and the Goblin—Chapter 10: The Princess's King-Papa

April 28, 2020

Alastair Roberts

April 28th: Numbers 24 & Luke 1:24-56

April 27, 2020

Alastair Roberts

Balaam's further oracles. The annunciation of the birth of Jesus. Some passages referenced: Genesis 49:9-10 (blessings of Judah); Genesis 12:1-3 (blessings of Abraham); 2 Samuel 8:2, 11-15 (David’s v

The Princess and the Goblin—Chapter 9: The Hall of the Goblin Palace

April 27, 2020

Alastair Roberts

The Princess and the Goblin—Chapter 8: The Goblins

April 27, 2020

Alastair Roberts

The Princess and the Goblin—Chapter 7: The Mines

April 27, 2020

Alastair Roberts

April 27th: Numbers 23 & Luke 1:1-23

April 26, 2020

Alastair Roberts

Balaam's first two oracles. The annunciation of the birth of John the Baptist. Some passages referenced: Genesis 13:16 (the multiplication of Abraham’s offspring); Genesis 12:1-3 (Abraham being made

The Princess and the Goblin—Chapter 6: The Little Miner

April 26, 2020

Alastair Roberts

The Princess and the Goblin—Chapter 5: The Princess Lets Well Alone

April 26, 2020

Alastair Roberts

The Princess and the Goblin—Chapter 4: What the Nurse Thought of It

April 26, 2020

Alastair Roberts

April 26th: Numbers 22 & Mark 16

April 25, 2020

Alastair Roberts

Balaam and his ass. The resurrection of Jesus and the disputed end of Mark’s gospel. Some passages referenced: Exodus 18:1-5 (Jethro at Sinai); Exodus 1:8-12 (Pharaoh and the Egyptians’ fear of the m

The Princess and the Goblin—Chapter 3: The Princess and—We Shall See Who

April 25, 2020

Alastair Roberts

The Princess and the Goblin—Chapter 2: The Princess Loses Herself

April 25, 2020

Alastair Roberts

The Princess and the Goblin—Chapter 1: Why the Princess Has a Story about Her

April 25, 2020

Alastair Roberts

April 25th: Acts 12:11-25 & Mark 15

April 24, 2020

Alastair Roberts

Peter's appearance to the disciples after his deliverance from prison and the death of Herod. The crucifixion and burial of Christ. Some passages referenced: Colossians 4:10 (Mark the cousin of Barna

The Wind in the Willows—Chapter 12: The Return of Ulysses

April 24, 2020

Alastair Roberts

For the Easter season, I am posting some rather different things on this channel, in addition to my regular output, as a little gift to my followers and supporters, starting with a reading of 'The Win

April 24th: Numbers 21 & Mark 14:53-72

April 23, 2020

Alastair Roberts

Victories against peoples of the land. The trials of Jesus and Peter. Some passages referenced: Numbers 14:44-45 (defeat at Hormah); Deuteronomy 8:14-16 (the wilderness as a place of serpents); 2 Kin

What is the Good Life? What is Happiness? | Satyan Devadoss & Varun Soni

April 23, 2020

The Veritas Forum - The Veritas Forum

Dr. Satyan Devadoss FLETCHER JONES CHAIR OF APPLIED MATHEMATICS UNIVERSITY OF SAN DIEGO & Dr. Varun Soni DEAN OF RELIGIOUS AND SPIRITUAL LIFE UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA • Please like, share, su

The Wind in the Willows—Chapter 11: 'Like Summer Tempests Came His Tears'

April 23, 2020

Alastair Roberts

April 23rd: Numbers 20 & Mark 14:26-52

April 22, 2020

Alastair Roberts

Miriam and Aaron die and Moses is judged for striking the rock. Strike the shepherd. Some passages referenced: Leviticus 14 (the law of cleansing the leper); Hosea 4:16, 10:11 (Israel as heifer); Exo

The Wind in the Willows—Chapter 10: The Further Adventures of Toad

April 22, 2020

Alastair Roberts

April 22nd: Numbers 18 & Mark 14:1-25

April 21, 2020

Alastair Roberts

The priests and Levites. Jesus anointed at Bethany and eats the Passover with his disciples. Reflections upon the readings from the ACNA Book of Common Prayer (http://bcp2019.anglicanchurch.net/). I

The Wind in the Willows—Chapter 9: Wayfarers All

April 21, 2020

Alastair Roberts

April 21st: Numbers 17 & Mark 13:14-37

April 20, 2020

Alastair Roberts

Aaron’s blossoming rod. The abomination of desolation. Some passages referenced: Exodus 25:31-39 (the lampstand); Jeremiah 1:11-12 (almond as watcher); Zechariah 4:1-4, 10-14 (the lampstand, the tree

The Wind in the Willows—Chapter 8: Toad's Adventures

April 20, 2020

Alastair Roberts

April 20th: Numbers 16 & Mark 12:35—13:13

April 19, 2020

Alastair Roberts

The rebellion of Korah. The widow’s two small coins and the end of the age. Some passages referenced: Numbers 15:37-41 (the law of the tassels); Numbers 4:1-20 (the duties of the Kohathites); Exodus

The Wind in the Willows—Chapter 7: The Piper at the Gates of Dawn

April 19, 2020

Alastair Roberts

April 19th: Numbers 15 & Mark 12:13-34

April 18, 2020

Alastair Roberts

Laws concerning sacrifices and the tassels. Jesus challenged by opponents in the temple. Some passages referenced: Leviticus 2 (laws of cereal offerings); Numbers 5:11-31 (the test of jealousy); Phil

The Wind in the Willows—Chapter 6: Mr Toad

April 18, 2020

Alastair Roberts

April 18th: Numbers 14 & Mark 11:27—12:12

April 17, 2020

Alastair Roberts

Refusal to enter the land. The parable of the wicked tenants. Reflections upon the readings from the ACNA Book of Common Prayer (http://bcp2019.anglicanchurch.net/). If you have enjoyed my output, p

The Wind in the Willows—Chapter 5: Dulce Domum

April 17, 2020

Alastair Roberts

April 17th: Numbers 13 & Mark 11:1-26

April 16, 2020

Alastair Roberts

The twelve spies. The triumphal entry. Reflections upon the readings from the ACNA Book of Common Prayer (http://bcp2019.anglicanchurch.net/). If you have enjoyed my output, please tell your friends

The Wind in the Willows—Chapter 4: Mr Badger

April 16, 2020

Alastair Roberts

April 16th: Numbers 12 & Mark 10:32-52

April 15, 2020

Alastair Roberts

Miriam and Aaron speak against Moses. Not to be served but to serve. Reflections upon the readings from the ACNA Book of Common Prayer (http://bcp2019.anglicanchurch.net/). If you have enjoyed my ou

The Wind in the Willows—Chapter 3: The Wild Wood

April 15, 2020

Alastair Roberts

The Future of Orthodox Anglicanism (with Gerald McDermott)

April 15, 2020

Alastair Roberts

Gerald McDermott joins me to discuss 'The Future of Orthodox Anglicanism', which he recently edited. Buy a copy here: https://www.crossway.org/books/the-future-of-orthodox-anglicanism-tpb/ https://am

April 15th: Numbers 11 & Mark 10:1-31

April 14, 2020

Alastair Roberts

Rebellion and the gift of the Spirit. Divorce and riches. Some passages referenced: Exodus 16:8-13 (grumbling and quail); Exodus 16:1, Numbers 10:11 (similar timing, a year apart); Exodus 18 (the eld

The Wind in the Willows—Chapter 2: The Open Road

April 14, 2020

Alastair Roberts

April 14th: Numbers 8 & Mark 9:30-50

April 13, 2020

Alastair Roberts

The appointment of the Levites. Becoming like a little child. Reflections upon the readings from the ACNA Book of Common Prayer (http://bcp2019.anglicanchurch.net/). If you have enjoyed my output, p

The Wind in the Willows—Chapter 1: The River Bank

April 13, 2020

Alastair Roberts

Something for Eastertide...

April 13, 2020

Alastair Roberts

For the Easter season, I will be posting some rather different things on this channel as an extra gift of my appreciation to you all, starting with a reading of 'The Wind in the Willows'. I hope that

April 13th: Numbers 6 & Mark 9:1-29

April 12, 2020

Alastair Roberts

The Nazirite. The Transfiguration. Some passages referenced: Numbers 5:2-3 (the holiness of the camp); Leviticus 27 (vows); 2 Samuel 11:6-13, 1 Samuel 21:4-6, Deuteronomy 23:9-14 (consecration and wa

Easter Day: Exodus 15 & Acts 2:22-32

April 12, 2020

Alastair Roberts

Reflections upon the readings from the ACNA Book of Common Prayer (http://bcp2019.anglicanchurch.net/). If you have enjoyed my output, please tell your friends. If you are interested in supporting my

April 12th: Leviticus 26 & Mark 8:11-38

April 11, 2020

Alastair Roberts

Blessings and judgments. Lack of perception. Some passages referenced: Deuteronomy 28—30 (blessing and curses); Psalm 1, Proverbs 9, Matthew 5 & 23 (other juxtapositions of blessing and judgment fram

Holy Saturday: Lamentations 3:37-58 & Hebrews 4

April 11, 2020

Alastair Roberts

Prayer in the pit. Entering into rest. Some passages referenced: Psalm 88:6-7 (delivered from the pit); Jeremiah 38 (Jeremiah placed in the cistern); Jonah 2:5-6 (Jonah’s prayer from the belly of the

#35 Qs on Crucifixion and Atonement

April 11, 2020

Ask NT Wright Anything - Premier

Just in time for Easter we bring you a show (recorded before lockdown) in which Tom answers listener questions on the crucifixion, the nature of atonement and forgiveness. · We are sorry to annou

April 11th: Leviticus 23 & Mark 7:24—8:10

April 10, 2020

Alastair Roberts

The festal calendar of Israel. Jesus ministers to Gentiles. Some passages referenced: Exodus 31:12-17 (Sabbath as the sign of the covenant); Exodus 12:2 (the first month designated as a result of the

Good Friday: Lamentations 3:1-36 & John 18

April 10, 2020

Alastair Roberts

The prophet laments in the city's distress. Jesus' capture and trials. Some passages referenced: Lamentations 2:11-19 (similar expressions and voice to chapter 3); Lamentations 2:11 (similarities to

April 10th: Leviticus 20 & Mark 7:1-23

April 9, 2020

Alastair Roberts

Punishments for disobedience. The commandment of God nullified by tradition. Some passages referenced: Deuteronomy 17:7, Deuteronomy 13:10-11 (laws concerning stoning). Exodus 21:17 (death penalty fo

S4E8 - Do Extraordinary Claims Require Extraordinary Evidence? [SEASON FINALE]

April 9, 2020

Risen Jesus - Mike Licona

Is there a greater BURDEN OF PROOF for MIRACLE CLAIMS? Do extraordinary claims require extraordinary evidence? In the final episode of this season of the Risen Jesus Podcast, Dr. Licona addresses thes

Maundy Thursday: Daniel 9 & John 13:1-20

April 9, 2020

Alastair Roberts

Daniel's seventy weeks. Jesus washes his disciples' feet. Some passages referenced: Jeremiah 25:11-12 (Jeremiah’s prophecy of the seventy years); Leviticus 26:40-45 (covenant judgment and restoration

Coronavirus & Quarantine: Lament, Hope, and Creativity Edition

April 9, 2020

The Veritas Forum - The Veritas Forum

In this Virtual Veritas Forum we discuss the impact of the novel coronavirus in the context of creativity with a panel that includes contemporary artist and activist Mako Fujimura, film critic and ass

April 9th: Leviticus 19 & Mark 6:30-56

April 8, 2020

Alastair Roberts

Love your neighbour as yourself. Feeding the Five Thousand and walking on the water. Some passages referenced: Exodus 19:5-6 (a royal priesthood, a holy nation); Exodus 20 (Ten Words); Exodus 21—23,

April 8th: Leviticus 18 & Mark 6:1-29

April 7, 2020

Alastair Roberts

Laws of sexual morality. The death of John the Baptist. Reflections upon the readings from the ACNA Book of Common Prayer (http://bcp2019.anglicanchurch.net/). If you have enjoyed my output, please