To wrap up this season, we bring you an insightful conversation with Dan Reid, a cornerstone of IVP Academic and editor of the first edition of the Dictionary of Paul and His Letters (DPL1). This final episode of season one of Behind the Books promises a compelling exploration of the world of biblical scholarship and publishing, highlighting Reid's profound influence on the field.

Join Scot McKnight and Lynn Cohick as they explore Reid’s editorial journey. Reid shares his experiences from the early days of academic publishing, recounting the challenges of working with physical manuscripts and the revolutionary shift brought by digital advancements. He discusses the origins and development of the DPL1, highlighting the collaborative efforts and scholarly contributions that made the project a landmark in biblical studies over 30 years ago.

Reid’s reflections on the transition from the first edition to the DPL2 underscore the dynamic nature of academic scholarship. The new edition not only updates previous content but also incorporates fresh perspectives and contemporary research, reflecting the ongoing evolution of biblical studies.

Listen to the full episode now and enrich your understanding of the impact of academic publishing on biblical studies.

This episode highlights the following themes:

• Reid’s journey from academia to book editing and its long-term impact.
• Challenges and achievements in creating the first edition of the Dictionary of Paul and His Letters.
• The importance of incorporating diverse scholarly perspectives and updated interpretations.

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• Get to know more about Dan Reid: https://www.ivpress.com/daniel-g-reid
• Read God is a Warrior by Tremper Longman III and Daniel Reid: https://amzn.to/45AuSh6
• Check out Dan Reid’s Substack: The China We Never Knew
• Read Into the Heart of Romans by N. T. Wright:
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• Read The Triumph of God by Christiaan Beker: https://amzn.to/45xSVwX
• Read The IVP Bible Dictionary Series: https://www.ivpress.com/the-ivp-bible-dictionary-series
• Read The Dictionary of Paul and His Letters, 2nd Edition by ​​Scot McKnight, Lynn Cohick and Nijay Gupta: https://www.ivpress.com/dictionary-of-paul-and-his-letters

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Paul’s letters to the Corinthian churches offer a unique window into early Christian life and its complex dynamics of gender and leadership. Amid these pages, we find a stirring discussion on roles that has transcended centuries.

Join host Scot McKnight and guest Lucy Peppiatt (PhD, Otago), principal of Westminster Theological Centre, as they delve into 1 Corinthians 11 and its teachings on gender equality.

Peppiatt shares her journey and the challenges she faced as a woman in scholarship and ministry. Together, they tackle the traditional hierarchies and highlight the narrative of men and women as co-bearers of God’s glory. This perspective not only challenges traditional church structures but also encourages a reevaluation of how scriptural interpretations are formed and fostered in faith communities.

Tune in for an enlightening discussion that offers fresh insights and reaffirms the value of mutuality and equality in faith.

This episode highlights the following themes:

• Re-examining 1 Corinthians 11 and its implications for gender equality
• The transition to women elders in church leadership
• Mutualism versus hierarchical perspectives in theological discussions

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• Get to know more about Lucy Peppiatt: https://www.ivpress.com/lucy-peppiatt
• Read The Return of the Kingdom by Stephen Dempster: https://amzn.to/3VDVdaz
• Read Rediscovering Scripture's Vision for Women by Lucy Peppiatt: https://www.ivpress.com/rediscovering-scripture-s-vision-for-women
• Read The IVP Bible Dictionary Series: https://www.ivpress.com/the-ivp-bible-dictionary-series
• Read The Dictionary of Paul and His Letters, 2nd Edition by ​​Scot McKnight, Lynn Cohick and Nijay Gupta: https://www.ivpress.com/dictionary-of-paul-and-his-letters

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The enduring relevance of Paul's letters extends beyond their ancient origins, challenging modern readers to engage with historical and contemporary issues alike.

In this episode, host Nijay Gupta sits down with Dennis Edwards, associate professor of New Testament, vice president for Church Relations, and dean at North Park Theological Seminary in Chicago, to explore the lasting impact of Paul's letters and the nuances they bring to cultural stereotypes.

Edwards also highlights the often-overlooked Catholic (non-Pauline) epistles and examines how contemporary communities can draw wisdom from these ancient texts. His own pastoral background enriches the discussion, bringing a grounded and engaging perspective to Pauline scholarship.

Their conversation features the importance of contextual interpretation, the pastoral heart of Paul's writings, and how black scholars are paving the way for richer biblical interpretation.

Tune in to understand how Paul's letters continue to speak powerfully into today's cultural landscapes.

This episode highlights the following themes:

• The importance of contextual interpretation from a diversity of communities
• Navigating cynicism as a scholar and pastor
• The pastoral nature of Paul's letters and their relevance today

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• Get to know more about Dennis Edwards: https://www.ivpress.com/dennis-r-edwards
• Read 1 Peter Commentary by Dennis Edwards: https://amzn.to/4bZGNHg
• Read Might from the Margins: The Gospel's Power to Turn the Tables on Injustice by Dennis Edwards: https://amzn.to/4e0Q3g1
• Read Humility Illuminated: The Biblical Path Back to Christian Character by Dennis Edwards: https://www.ivpress.com/humility-illuminated
• Read New Testament in Color by Esau McCaulley, Janette Ok, Osvaldo Padilla, Amy Peeler: https://www.ivpress.com/the-new-testament-in-color
• Read Reading While Black by Esau McCaulley: https://www.ivpress.com/reading-while-black
• Read Book reference – Bonhoeffer's Black Jesus: Harlem Renaissance Theology and an Ethic of Resistance by Reggie Williams: https://amzn.to/3yAfAfF
• Read The IVP Bible Dictionary Series: https://www.ivpress.com/the-ivp-bible-dictionary-series
• Read The Dictionary of Paul and His Letters, 2nd Edition by ​​Scot McKnight, Lynn Cohick and Nijay Gupta: https://www.ivpress.com/dictionary-of-paul-and-his-letters

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There's a unique strength found in stories of struggle and resilience, especially when they emerge from the confines of adversity.

In this inspiring episode, host Nijay Gupta sits down with Louise Gosbell, Research Manager at the Australian College of Theology. Gosbell, renowned for her work on disability within biblical studies, shares her humbling experience of writing on weakness while confined to her own bed. She also shares her theological insights into suffering and how these insights resonate with the afflictions Paul describes in his letters.

Gosbell further discusses how her doctoral research into Greco-Roman contexts has deepened her understanding of how disabilities are portrayed and interpreted in the Gospels.

Listen and be reminded of how God gracefully works through our limitations to reveal His profound strength and grace.

This episode highlights the following themes:

• Gosbell’s journey of scholarly pursuit amidst chronic pain
• Insights from Paul's letters on weakness and strength
• Reframing weakness as a form of strength in both personal and biblical contexts

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• Get to know more about Louise Gosbell: https://au.linkedin.com/in/dr-louise-gosbell-45703498
• Get to know more about Nijay Gupta: https://www.ivpress.com/nijay-k-gupta
• Read The Poor, the Crippled, the Blind, and the Lame by Louise Gosbell: https://amzn.to/3yB3dA0
• Read Body and Character in Luke and Acts: The Subversion of Physiognomy in Early Christianity by Mikeal Parsons: https://amzn.to/3WXS4n8
• Read The Bible and Disability by Sarah J. Melchor, Mikeal Parsons, and Amos Yong: https://amzn.to/4aOzSiR
• Read The Bible, Disability, and the Church: A New Vision of the People of God by Amos Yong: https://amzn.to/3KnjjzM
• Read Disability: Living into the Diversity of Christ's Body by Brian Brock: https://amzn.to/3WZuWEM
• Read Disability and the Church by Lamar Hardwick: https://www.ivpress.com/disability-and-the-church
• Read The IVP Bible Dictionary Series: https://www.ivpress.com/the-ivp-bible-dictionary-series
• Read The Dictionary of Paul and His Letters, 2nd Edition by ​​Scot McKnight, Lynn Cohick and Nijay Gupta: https://www.ivpress.com/dictionary-of-paul-and-his-letters

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The phrase "Son of God" in biblical literature carries profound theological significance while challenging readers to understand its rich historical and spiritual implications.

Join host Scot McKnight as he engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Amy Peeler, the Kenneth T. Wessner Chair of Biblical Studies and Professor of New Testament at Wheaton College. Together, Peeler and McKnight discuss the importance of the author’s voice in scholarly writing, offering encouragement to junior scholars as they develop their own voice.

Peeler also takes us deeper into Paul’s worldview, emphasizing the eternal bond between the Son and the Father and how God’s fatherhood is tied to resurrection. Her journey from an emerging scholar to a confident voice in New Testament studies provides rich context for their discussion.

Tune in and deepen your understanding of the eternal relationship between the Son of Man and God the Father.

This episode highlights the following themes:

• The significance of an author’s voice in scholarly writing.
• The eternal relationship between the Son and the Father.
• The distinct meanings of "Son of Man" and "Son of God."

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• Get to know more about Amy Peeler: https://www.ivpress.com/amy-peeler
• Get to know more about Scot McKnight: https://www.ivpress.com/scot-mcknight
• Read When in Romans: An Invitation to Linger with the Gospel according to Paul by Beverly Roberts Gaventa: https://amzn.to/3X6HH0o
• Read Women and the Gender of God by Amy Peeler: https://amzn.to/4aOSVtz
• Read Essays in Biography by Joseph Epstein: https://amzn.to/4aMg4gh
• Read Paul and Palestinian Judaism by E. P. Sanders: https://amzn.to/3yEe6B6
• Read The Jewish Gospels: The Story of the Jewish Christ by Daniel Boyarin: https://amzn.to/4e3UXJb
• Read Jesus and the Spirit by James D. G. Dunn: https://amzn.to/3wXC75R
• Read The IVP Bible Dictionary Series: https://www.ivpress.com/the-ivp-bible-dictionary-series
• Read The Dictionary of Paul and His Letters, 2nd Edition by ​​Scot McKnight, Lynn Cohick and Nijay Gupta: https://www.ivpress.com/dictionary-of-paul-and-his-letters

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Understanding Paul’s letters through our personal and academic lenses doesn't dilute the original messages – it enriches them, allowing each generation to find relevant meanings and applications.

In this episode, host Scot McKnight welcomes Chris Hoklotubbe, assistant professor of religion at Cornell College and director of graduate studies at NAIITS, to explore the profound impact of personal stories on biblical interpretation. From Paul's use of the term "savior" to the concept of "civilized piety," Hoklotubbe teaches us how early Christians navigated a world dominated by Roman and Greek influences.

Their conversation also highlights Hoklotubbe’s unique journey and how it has enriched his interpretations of scripture. From his evangelical roots to a profound academic transformation at Harvard, and now his focus on indigenous perspectives of the Bible, his path reflects a growing understanding of how diverse viewpoints can shed new light on biblical texts.

Tune in to uncover how personal perspectives fill the gaps in our understanding of scripture.

This episode highlights the following themes:

• "Piety" in ancient Roman culture as compared to modern Native American Christian culture
• The impact of indigenous perspectives on mainstream theological discussions
• Chris Hoklotubbe’s academic journey and its influence on his research

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• Get to know more about Chris Hoklotubbe: https://acadiadiv.ca/staff/chris-hoklotubbe
• Get to know more about Scot McKnight: https://www.ivpress.com/scot-mcknight
• Register for the NAIITS Symposium 2024: https://naiits.com
• Read Civilized Piety: The Rhetoric of Pietas in the Pastoral Epistles and the Roman Empire by Christopher Hoklotubbe: https://amzn.to/3Ke3881
• Read The Scandal of the Evangelical Mind by Mark A. Noll: https://amzn.to/3KaxqIV
• Read The IVP Bible Dictionary Series: https://www.ivpress.com/the-ivp-bible-dictionary-series
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Paul's teachings on wealth and poverty are fundamental to understanding the early Christian approach to social issues. His emphasis on generosity, unity, and compassion shaped the character of early churches, creating communities defined by their care for the poor.

In this episode, host Lynn Cohick welcomes Dr. Helen Rhee, professor of the history of Christianity at Westmont College, to a thought-provoking discussion on how Paul’s letters influenced early Christian thought on wealth, poverty, and charity. They also highlight the significance of Rhee’s contribution to the second edition of the Dictionary of Paul and His Letters, a brand-new article on “Wealth and Poverty” not featured in the first edition.

Their conversation covers the practical challenges early believers faced in caring for the vulnerable in light of contemporary Roman norms, the broader social implications of Paul’s teachings, and how the ethos of early church generosity continues to resonate today.

Tune in to this enlightening conversation and be inspired to live out these principles today.

This episode highlights the following themes:

• The role of wealth and poverty in Paul's teachings and their application in early Christian communities
• The contrast between Roman societal norms and Christian practices regarding wealth
• The implications of generosity and communal support as foundational Christian values

Links from this episode:

• Get to know more about Helen Rhee: https://www.westmont.edu/people/helen-rhee-phd
• Get to know more about Lynn Cohick: https://www.ivpress.com/lynn-h-cohick?utm_source=ivpod25&utm_medium=ivp_btb
• Read Dictionary of Paul and His Letters: A Compendium of Contemporary Biblical Scholarship, 2nd Edition by Scot McNight, Lynn Cohick, and Nijay Gupta: https://ivpress.com/dictionary-of-paul-and-his-letters?utm_source=ivpod25&utm_medium=ivp_btb
• Read Illness, Pain, and Healthcare in Early Christianity by Helen Rhee: https://amzn.to/4be9X5f
• Read Remember the Poor: Paul, Poverty, and the Greco-Roman World by Bruce W. Longenecker https://amzn.to/3QIYiTO

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✅ Theme Song: "Trip Don't Fall" by Midnight Daydream

Disclaimer: The comments, views, and opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the host and/or the guests featured on the podcast and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of InterVarsity Press or InterVarsity Christian Fellowship.