BI165 Problems in Bible Interpretation: Difficult Passages V

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In Problems in Bible Interpretation: Difficult Passages V (BI165) Dr. Mike Heiser presents ten Scripture passages that challenge readers of the Bible. Old Testament topics include (1) the question of Cain’s marriage and cultural contribution (Gen 4:10–17); (2) the note that David’s prayers are ended (Psa 72:20), although other prayers follow in the Psalter; (3) the Day of Atonement’s goat for Azazel (Lev 16:6–22); (4) the hardening of Pharaoh’s heart (Exod 7:3–4); and (5) an apparent efficacious pagan sacrifice (2 Kgs 3:27). New Testament texts include (1) the missing verse that mentions an angel troubling the water (John 5:3b–4); (2) handing the sinner over to Satan (1 Cor 15:1–5); (3) the sin unto death (1 John 5:16–17); (4) the New Testament’s varied use of the title “apostle” (1 Cor 15:3–9); and (5) Jesus comparing Himself to a serpent (John 3:13–15). The course will help equip you to better interpret these challenging passages yourself and encourage you to study God’s Word deeper.

Introduction

Introducing the Speaker and the Course

Introducing the Speaker and the Course

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Cain’s Offspring and Heritage (Gen 4:10–17)

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Interpretive Issue (Gen 4:10–17)

Interpretive Issue (Gen 4:10–17)

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Prayers of David Completed (Psa 72:20)

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Interpretive Issue (Psa 72:20)

Interpretive Issue (Psa 72:20)

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Scapegoat (Lev 16:6–22)

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Interpretive Issues (Lev 16:6–22)

Interpretive Issues (Lev 16:6–22)

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Hardening Pharaoh’s Heart (Exod 7:3–4)

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Interpretive Issue (Exod 7:3–4)

Interpretive Issue (Exod 7:3–4)

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Efficacious Pagan Sacrifice? (2 Kgs 3)

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Interpretive Issue (2 Kgs 3:27)

Interpretive Issue (2 Kgs 3:27)

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Troubling Text: Troubling the Water (John 5:1–9)

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Interpretive Issue (John 5:1–9)

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Handing over to Satan (1 Cor 5:1–5)

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Interpretive Issues (1 Cor 5:1–5)

Interpretive Issues (1 Cor 5:1–5)

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Sin that Leads to Death (1 John 5:16–17)

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Interpretive Issue (1 John 5:16–17)

Interpretive Issue (1 John 5:16–17)

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“To All the Apostles” (1 Cor 15:3–9)

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Interpretive Issue (1 Cor 15:3–9)

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Jesus and the Serpent in the Wilderness (John 3:13–15)

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Interpretive Issue (John 3:13–15)

Interpretive Issue (John 3:13–15)

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Conclusion

Enhancing Your Study of Scripture with Logos

Enhancing Your Study of Scripture with Logos

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