Michael Easley Incontext

What does the Bible say about spanking your children? Is polyamory the next pastoral sexual frontier, and if so, how should we respond? (Also, what is polyamory?) Did God really turn His face away from Christ on the cross What are Dr. E's top book recommendations? You asked, Dr. E Answered! For Show Notes containing timestamps for each question and resources listed, visit: https://michaelincontext.com/ask-dr-e-episode-10/

Michael teaches an overview of the book of Zephaniah. An interesting book at many levels, Zephaniah prophesied during the time of the young King Josiah as he tried to lead his people to turn back to God. This is a book of warning and encouragement, and one with practical application fitting for our time. Show Notes: http://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-zephaniah

Dr. Jack Collins joins Michael to talk about this book: what understanding should we bring to our study of Habakkuk, and what should we take away? This is a unique book. Where most prophetic books address a people group, Habakkuk is an account of dialogue between a prophet and God.  For Show Notes visit http://michaelincontext.com/bonus-episode-Habakkuk

People have always had the same responses to crisis: How long? How can this go on? Why do the righteous suffer? Why do the wicked prosper? God, why aren't You doing something? Unlike most prophets who spoke to Judah, Israel, Assyria, the Babylonians–some people group–this is a conversation between a prophet and God. Join us as we study this unique prophetic text. Show Notes: http://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-habakkuk

Dr. Ken Boa is back on inContext to help us understand Nahum and to offer guidance in studying the books of the minor prophets. Dr. Boa is engaged in a ministry of relational evangelism and discipleship, teaching, writing, and speaking. To learn more about Dr. Boa and his ministry, books, and resources mentioned in the episode visit: http://michaelincontext.com/bonus-episode-nahum

Michael teaches an overview of the book of Nahum. Nahum delivered a potent decree of God's judgment in three short chapters. His message is clear: God is indeed a God of wrath. Is it possible, however, that God's wrath demonstrates His love? For Show Notes visit: http://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-Nahm

Michael speaks with Dr. Mark Chavalas about the book of Micah. What does God require of His people? Micah offers a stark warning of God's impending judgment, and future hope for the remnant God will preserve according to His promises. For Show Notes visit http://michaelincontext.com/bonus-episode-micah

Michael teaches an overview of the book of Micah. One of the features of the book of Micah that sets this prophet apart is his audience. Isaiah prophesied to kings and princes, but Micah prophesied in the country - a more rural prophet. But his message aligns with the over-arching message of most of the prophets: a reminder of God's Word, His coming judgment, and His gracious goodness. For Show Notes and resources visit: http://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-micah

Dr. David T. Lamb returns to inContext to talk about a book many of us have been familiar with since childhood. In Dr. Lamb's word: It's easy to make fun of Jonah, but I'd encourage us to be able to somehow see ourselves in Jonah and the ways that we resist God's lead. How am I like Jonah? How can I be open to God's leading? How can I love my enemies? Our thanks to Dr. Lamb for his time and expertise! For shown notes: http://michaelincontext.com/bonus-episode-jonah

Michael teaches an overview of the book of Jonah. Well known and widely regarded as a children's story or a "whale's tale," this is a text many of us ought to look at with fresh eyes. It's the living word of God. https://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-jonah/ Have a biblical or theological question? Ask Dr. E! Call 615-281-9694 and leave a voicemail with your question or email question@michaelincontext.com. Michael will answer on an upcoming episode!

Dr. Mark Chavalas joins us at inContext again, this time to discuss the Minor Prophet Obadiah. As always, the historical context Dr. Chavalas brings helps us to wrap our minds around the bigger picture. In this case, he reminds us that we can expect God to be the same today that He was when this book was written: He is faithful and He is just. For Show Notes visit: https://michaelincontext.com/bonus-episode-obadiah/

Michael teaches an overview of the book of Obadiah. Hard to believe we're 31 books into our series The Big Book–Cover to Cover. This week we look at the book of Obadiah. We don't know a lot about the prophet Obadiah or the exact timeframe in which this was written, but we know a lot about his message. It's very clear. For Show Notes visit: https://michaelincontext.com/?p=156164&preview=true

Michael speaks with Carl Trueman about what the Bible tells us about identity, sexuality, and the role of the church in our current cultural moment. Dr. Trueman is an esteemed church historian and previously served as the William E. Simon Fellow in Religion and Public Life at Princeton University. Trueman has authored or edited more than a dozen books. For Show Notes visit: https://michaelincontext.com/special-edition-carl-trueman/

Michael teaches an overview of the book of Amos, perhaps the oldest book of the Minor Prophets. The prophet Amos strives to remind God's people who He is, what He has promised, and to contend that He will indeed do as He said. He is unchanging and His Word is sure. For Show Notes visit: http://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-amos

Michael speaks with Dr. David W. Baker about studying the books of the Minor Prophets. Dr. Baker is the author of a long list of works and is recognized as an international Old Testament scholar. One of his most fulfilling academic achievements is as an editor, helping others achieve publishing success. For Show Notes and Resources visit: https://michaelincontext.com/?p=156054&preview=true

Michael teaches an overview of the book of Joel. Joel is a very brief book and we know very little about Joel the prophet, or the timeframe in which this book was written. Yet the book of Joel is so comprehensive in its references to other Old Testament writings, as well as how the New Testament employs the book, that it garners a lot of attention. For Show Notes, visit: http://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-joel

Michael speaks with Dr. Eric Tully about the book of Hosea. Dr. Eric Tully is an assistant professor of Old Testament and Semitic languages at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School in Deerfield, Illinois. He’s passionate about preaching the Old Testament and helping those in the church interpret and proclaim it with competence and confidence. Our thanks to Dr. Tully for joining us for this encouraging and insightful conversation! For Show Notes visit http://michaelincontext.com/bonus-episode-hosea

Michael teaches an overview on the book of Hosea. In this short book, God warns and convicts His people of their idolatry through the story of a man instructed to retrieve his unfaithful wife again and again. Though judgment and destruction are sure, salvation will come. Join us as we examine God's faithfulness to His faithless people in order to bring them to restoration. For Show Notes visit: http://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-hosea

Michael interviews Dr. Wendy Widder about the book of Daniel. Dr. Widder has studied and taught the book of Daniel extensively for more than a decade, and joins us in this episode to do the same. Dr. Widder's insights are fascinating, challenging, and encouraging. For Show Notes visit http://michaelincontext.com/bonus-episode-daniel

Sometimes referred to as the Revelation of the Old Testament, the book of Daniel remains an intriguing and controversial book. It is a favorite book for the young and those who have interest in prophecy. Daniel’s pious life among a pagan culture drew attention from his enemies and favor from his God. The book records accounts of visions rich with imagery and most significantly, references to the future King and Messiah. For Show Notes visit: http://michaelincontext.com/cover-to-cover-daniel