For centuries the church condensed the story of the Bible into one single narrative comprised of a simple, four-act structure. God created the world, humankind sinned causing the world to fall into disrepair, Jesus died for our sins and redeemed us, and in the future God will restore all of creation. But this narrative skips over everything that happens from Genesis 3 to Matthew 1. Dr. Kendall Soulen, renowned theologian and author, joins the podcast to share how Israel’s story is a key part of this larger biblical narrative and how losing that story makes our theology incomplete somehow. Listen in to discover how to reclaim the unity of the Bible by recognizing the same God at work in both the Old and the New Testaments.

👉 Key Discussion Points:

► Reframe the overall story-arc of the Bible.

► How supersessionism emerged and why it’s a persistent theological mistake.

► What is God’s personal name and what does it signify about His identity?

► How Jesus exemplifies reverence for God's name and modeled a deep respect that Christians can emulate.

► Practical insights for pastors and believers on how awareness of God's name can transform your devotional life and church teaching.

Whether you’re a student of theology, a church leader, or a curious believer, this conversation challenges assumptions and offers a fresh lens to interpret the Bible more faithfully.

📚 BOOKS

The God of Israel and Christian Theology

Irrevocable: The Name of God and the Unity of the Christian Bible

Israel Matters

📃 ARTICLES

Israel Forgetfulness

A Blow to Replacement Theology

Dismantling Replacement Theology

The Biblical Blueprint of Peoplehood

Is the Church Israel

To Proclaim My Name

Hallowed Be Your Name

What's His Name

🎙️ PODCASTS

Is 1 Peter for Jews or Gentiles? | Dr. Kelly Liebengood

A New History of Redemption | Dr. Gerald R. McDermott

An Anglican Disentangled from Supersessionism | Dr. Gerald R. McDermott

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