Ask A Scholar

Ask A Scholar

Welcome to AWKNG’s Ask A Scholar Podcast, where your Questions about the Bible get answered by a biblical scholar. Join us each month as we delve into a book (or books) of the Bible through our complimentary FREE Reading Plans. While we read together, we invite you to engage in the conversation by sending in any questions you may have for us to answer. Visit www.awkng.com to enroll in this month’s FREE reading plan and to share any questions that arise during your readings. You ask, and we provide answers! Let’s embark on a journey through the Bible together, exploring the text, and not being fearful to ask questions along the way!

Episodes

December 15, 2025 46 mins

In this episode, we will discuss the books of Luke and Acts with questions centered around if Luke was a historian, why he had more of a focus on women, and Pentecost. Join Mike and Karla as they converse with Dr. Aida B. Spencer to get your questions answered!

 

To check out Dr. Aida B. Spencer’s resources mentioned in this episode, visit:

 

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In this episode, we will discuss the book of Matthew with questions centered on the Transfiguration, Salvation, and the Great Commission. Join Karla and Mike as they converse with Dr. David Capes to get your questions answered!

 

To check out Dr. David Capes' resources mentioned in this episode, visit:

 

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https://davidbcapes.com/

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In this episode, we will discuss the book of Matthew with questions centered around the genealogy of Christ, the sermon on the mount, the gifts of the magi, and the Kingdom of Heaven. Join Karla and Mike as they converse with Dr. David Capes to get your questions answered!

 

To check out Dr. David Capes' resources mentioned in this episode, visit:

 

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In this episode, we will discuss the books of 1-2 Chronicles with questions centered around God’s wrath toward Uzzah, Manasseh’s story, and the book’s focus on David preparing for temple construction. Join Karla and Mike as they converse with Dr. Carol Kaminski to get your questions answered!

 

To check out Dr. Carol Kaminksi’s resources mentioned in this episode, visit:

 

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In this episode, we will discuss the books of 1-2 Chronicles with questions centered around the genealogies, the prayer of Jabez, and overall themes to keep in mind when reading these books. Join Karla and Mike as they converse with Dr. Carol Kaminski to get your questions answered!

 

To check out Dr. Carol Kaminksi’s resources mentioned in this episode, visit:

 

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In this episode, we will discuss the book of Daniel with questions on the correlations between the books of Daniel and Revelation, the fiery furnace, and mysterious figures seen throughout the book. Join Karla and Mike as they converse with Dr. Quonekuia Day to get your questions answered!

 

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In this episode, we will discuss the book of Daniel with questions centered around the authorship and division of the book, vegetarianism, and possible ties that Daniel may have had to Joseph. Join Karla and Mike as they converse with Dr. Quonekuia Day to get your questions answered!

 

To check out Dr. Quonekuia Day’s resources mentioned in this episode, visit:

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In this episode, we will discuss the book of Ecclesiastes with questions centered on Questions on Ecclesiastes chapters 5, 6, 9, and 12. Join Karla and Mike as they converse with James-Michael Smith to get your questions answered!

 

To check out James-Michael Smith’s resources mentioned in this episode, visit:

 

Website: https://www.discipledojo.org/aboutjm

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In this episode, we will discuss the book of Ecclesiastes with questions centered on the book's authorship, pessimistic tones found throughout the book, and the well-recited Ecc 4:12. Join Karla and Mike as they converse with James-Michael Smith to get your questions answered!

 

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In this episode, we will discuss the book of Ruth, focusing on questions centered on how Ruth relates to Job, the significance of Elimelek, and why Ruth uncovered Boaz’s feet. Join Karla and Mike as they converse with Dr. Beth Stovell to get your questions answered!

 

To check out Dr. Stovell’s resources mentioned in this episode, visit:

 

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In this episode, we will discuss the books of Proverbs & Song of Songs with questions centered on how we can better appreciate Proverbs and how Song of Songs can be used in ways other than marriage counseling. Join Karla and Mike as they converse with Dr. Beth Stovell to get your questions answered!

 

To check out Dr. Stovell’s resources mentioned in this episode, visit:

 

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In this episode, we will discuss the book of Job with questions on the dialogue throughout the book, Elihu, and why he speaks so late, and what happens to Satan after the book ends. Join Karla and Mike as they converse with Dr. Dominick Hernandez to get your questions answered!

 

To check out Dr. Hernandez’s resources mentioned in this episode, visit:

 

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In this episode, we will discuss the book of Job, exploring the themes and lessons found within it, debating whether the book can be considered fiction, and examining Satan’s role in the narrative. Join Karla and Mike as they converse with Dr. Dominick Hernandez to get your questions answered!

 

To check out Dr. Hernandez’s resources mentioned in this episode, visit:

 

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In this episode, we will discuss the book of Psalms with questions on the Sons of Korah in Psalm 42, the Holy Spirit in Psalm 51, Psalm 82, and Psalm 137. Join Karla and Mike as they converse with Dr. Joshua Farris to get your questions answered!

 

To check out Dr. Farris’ resources mentioned in this episode, visit:

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In this episode, we will discuss the book of Psalms with questions on the book’s overall structure, the proper way to lament, and why there are so many prayers for judgment. Join Karla and Mike as they converse with Dr. Joshua Farris to get your questions answered!

 

To check out Dr. Farris’ resources mentioned in this episode, visit:

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In this episode, we will discuss the 12 Minor Prophets with questions centered around the meaning of the day of the Lord mentioned throughout the Minor Prophets, the book of Jonah, and the book of Micah. Join Karla and Mike as they converse with Dr. Beth Stovell to get your questions answered!

 

To check out Dr. Stovell’s resources mentioned in this episode, visit:

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In this episode, we will discuss the 12 Minor Prophets with questions centered around things happening in the books of Hosea and Zechariah. Join Karla and Mike as they converse with Dr. Beth Stovell to get your questions answered!

 

To check out Dr. Stovell’s resources mentioned in this episode, visit:

Podcast: https://bridgingtheology.com/

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In this episode, we will discuss the Book of Ezekiel with questions centered around things happening in Ezekiel chapters 18, 20, 28, and 37. Join Karla and Mike as they converse with Dr. Jason Gile to get your questions answered!

 

To check out Dr. Jason Gile’s resources mentioned in this episode, visit:

 

Bio: https://www.seminary.edu/faculty/jason-gile/

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In this episode, we will discuss the Book of Ezekiel and ask questions centered on events in chapters 11, 15, 17, and 19. Join Karla and Mike as they converse with Dr. Jason Gile to get your questions answered!

 

To check out Dr. Jason Gile’s resources mentioned in this episode, visit:

 

Bio: https://www.seminary.edu/faculty/jason-gile/

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In this episode, we will discuss the Book of Jeremiah with questions centered around Manasseh, the meaning of the name “Lord of Righteousness”, Jeremiah’s experience as a prophet, and Jeremiah 29:11 Join Karla and Mike as they converse with Dr. Lissa Wray Beal to get your questions answered!

 

To check out some of Dr. Wray Beals resources, visit:

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