Bible and Theology Matters: Insightful Conversations with Bible Scholars

Bible and Theology Matters: Insightful Conversations with Bible Scholars

The Bible and Theology Matters Podcast is a conversation with Biblical Scholars about all things Bible and Theology, including: challenging issues of Bible interpretation, important theological topics, essential Hermeneutical principles, Bible backgrounds and customs, Biblical ethics and worldview, apologetics, biblical archaeology, and much more. Dr. Paul D. Weaver, Professor and Biblical Scholar at Dallas Theological Seminary is the host.

Episodes

July 2, 2026 61 mins
Can archaeology really affirm the historical reliability of the Bible?

In this episode of The Bible Sojourner Podcast, Dr. Peter Goeman sits down with Dr. Paul Weaver, author of Faith Affirming Findings: 50 Archaeological Discoveries That Validate the Historicity and Reliability of Scripture, to explore some of the most compelling archaeological discoveries connected to the Bible.Together they discuss discoveries that illumi...
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Did Baptists always believe the Bible is inspired, infallible, and without error?

In this episode of the Bible and Theology Matters Podcast, Dr. Paul Weaver sits down with renowned Baptist historian Dr. Tom Nettles to discuss the influential book Baptists and the Bible, co-authored with the late Dr. L. Russ Bush.

Together they explore the historical evidence for biblical inerrancy within the Baptist tradition, the the...
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What is biblical inerrancy, and why has it become one of the most important theological issues in modern evangelicalism?

In Part 2 of this special interview, Dr. Paul Weaver sits down with renowned theologian and educator Dr. David Dockery to discuss the doctrine of biblical inerrancy, the Conservative Resurgence in the Southern Baptist Convention, the influence of the Chicago Statement on Biblical Inerrancy, and the ongoing...
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What does it mean to dedicate your life to biblical truth, Christian higher education, and raising up the next generation of church leaders? In this episode of the Bible and Theology Matters Podcast, we explore the remarkable life, ministry, and legacy of Dr. David Dockery, one of the most influential evangelical educators and theological leaders of our time.

Join us as we discuss Dr. Dockery’s commitment to the author...
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Why does Moses still matter today?

In this episode of the Bible and Theology Matters Podcast, host Dr. Paul Weaver is joined by Dr. Michael Emmons, Chris Katulka, and Steve Herzig to explore the life, leadership, and legacy of Moses—one of the most influential figures in the Bible.

Discover how God transformed a Hebrew child rescued from death, a prince raised in Pharaoh's palace, and a shepherd in Midian into t...
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Why is King David one of the most important figures in the Bible? What does the Davidic Covenant reveal about the coming Messiah and the future Kingdom of Christ?

In this episode of the Bible and Theology Matters Podcast, Dr. Paul Weaver continues the Old Testament Character Study series with an in-depth look at David—the shepherd, warrior, king, and “man after God’s own heart.” Together with Christop...
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What can the life of Abraham teach us about God’s promises, Israel, and the future of mankind? In this episode of the Bible and Theology Matters series on biblical characters study, Dr. Paul Weaver welcomes Christopher Katulka and Steve Herzig for an in-depth discussion on Abraham, the father of the Jewish people.

Together, they unpack the historical and spiritual significance of the Abrahamic Covenant, exploring why G...
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How should Christians think about Israel, the Jewish people, and God’s covenant promises?

In this episode of the Bible and Theology Matters podcast, Dr. Michael Rydelnik joins Dr. Paul Weaver for a thoughtful and deeply personal conversation about:
• God’s ongoing purposes for Israel
• The rise of antisemitism around the world
• Biblical prophecy and the Abrahamic Covenant
• Zionism and the modern sta...
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In this powerful episode of the Bible and Theology Matters Podcast, Dr. Paul Weaver interviews Dr. Michael Rydelnik as he shares the gripping story of his parents’ survival during the The Holocaust and how their experiences shaped his life, faith, and ministry.

Dr. Rydelnik recounts growing up in an observant Jewish home, discovering that his mother was secretly a believer in Jesus Christ (Yeshua), and the personal jou...
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What do Latter-day Saints really believe about the Bible, God, Jesus Christ, and salvation?

In this episode of the Bible and Theology Matters Podcast, Dr. Paul Weaver is joined by Dr. Kyle Beshears to explore the core teachings of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS). Together, they unpack key doctrinal differences between Mormonism and historic biblical Christianity—while also offering practical ways ...
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What makes Mormonism different from historic Christianity—and why does it matter?

In this episode of the Bible and Theology Matters podcast, Dr. Paul Weaver is joined by Dr. Kyle Beshears to explore the origins, history, and authority claims of Mormonism—also known as The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.


Drawing from his book 40 Questions About Mormonism, Dr. Beshears walks through key topics i...
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What does it truly mean to be an evangelical today?

In this episode of the Bible and Theology Matters Podcast, Dr. Cory M. Marsh joins Dr. Paul Weaver to discuss his book Recovering a Vintage Faith: Five Fundamentals of Evangelical Identity. Together, they tackle the confusion surrounding modern evangelicalism and call believers back to a historic, biblical foundation.

Dr. Marsh explains why evangelicalism should not ...
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What really happened during the trials of Jesus before His crucifixion? 

In this powerful episode of the Bible and Theology Matters Podcast, Dr. Douglas Bookman joins Dr. Paul Weaver to unpack the religious and political trials of Jesus Christ in remarkable detail. Discover the roles of key figures like Annas, Caiaphas, and Pontius Pilate, and how their decisions shaped one of the most pivotal moments in history.
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What was Passover really like in the time of Jesus—and how does it prepare us for Holy Week today?

In this episode of the Bible and Theology Matters Podcast, Dr. Douglas Bookman joins Dr. Paul Weaver to explore the historical, cultural, and theological setting of Passover and Passion Week.

As many Christians reflect on and prepare for Holy Week, this conversation provides rich background to help you better under...
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    Was the Apostle Paul a Slave? | Dr. Mark Fairchild on Paul’s Early Life as Saul the Zealot

    Was Paul once a slave? If so, how did his early life shape his theology, mission, and message? In this compelling episode of the Bible and Theology Matters podcast, Dr. Paul Weaver sits down with Dr. Mark Fairchild to discuss his groundbreaking book, Paul's Enslavement: The Early Life of Saul the Zealot. Together, they explore th...
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    What is truth?—and can we known it? In this episode of the Bible and Theology Matters podcast, Paul Weaver is joined by Dr. Mark Farnham, Dr. David Saxon, and Dr. Michael S. Jones to explore the study of knowledge—how we know what we know—and how beliefs are justified within a Christian worldview. Drawing from the book Talking About Worldviews: A Conversational Introduction to Thinking Philosophically, this discus...
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    What is a logical fallacy? What is a sound argument? And, why does it matter for Christians today? In this episode of the Bible and Theology Matters podcast, Dr. Paul Weaver is joined by the co-authors of Talking About World Views: A Conversational Introduction to Thinking Philosophically for a powerful discussion on logic, logical fallacies, and sound reasoning in a confused culture.

    Featuring:
    -Michael Jones – Pro...
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    📖 Is the New Testament Trustworthy? | Reliability, Archaeology & the Resurrection (Part 2)

    Is the New Testament historically reliable? Can we trust the Gospels as accurate records of Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection? In this powerful episode of the Bible and Theology Matters Podcast, Dr. Paul Weaver continues his in-depth conversation with Dr. Benjamin Shaw, author of Trustworthy: 13 Arguments for the Reliabil...
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    Can the New Testament really be trusted? Was it written too late, copied too often, or shaped by biased authors? In this episode of the Bible and Theology Matters Podcast, Dr. Paul Weaver is joined by Dr. Benjamin Shaw, author of Trustworthy: 13 Arguments for the Reliability of the New Testament, to examine the historical evidence supporting the trustworthiness of the New Testament.

    This conversation explores:
    -Manuscript...
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    Is Homosexuality Normal? In this episode of Bible and Theology Matters, host Paul Weaver sits down with Dr. Rosaria Butterfield to discuss the first lie addressed in her book Five Lies of Our Anti-Christian Age: “Homosexuality is Normal.” Drawing from her background as a former tenured professor of English and Women’s Studies, a scholar of critical theory and queer theory, and a former LGBTQ activist, Dr. Butterfi...
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