Athens on Trial | Disruptive Presence 91

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In which John and David peel back the layers of Paul's engagement with Greek thinkers, using their own religious and cultural touchstones to introduce Jesus and the Gospel.
As we unravel the nuances of Paul's argument, we ponder his approach in adapting scriptural teachings for a polytheistic audience. We explore his use of the Athenians' altar to the 'unknown God' to pivot to a discussion on how this was the God he wanted to introduce to them.
With a touch of scholarly critique and reflection, we also address the human condition of searching for the divine. This discussion opens up a compassionate view of spiritual hunger and the human attempts to grasp the divine, even when shrouded in ignorance. Through Paul's personal revelations, we explore the notion of divine intimacy—how it's not about our efforts to know God, but the transformative power of being known by Him.
Episode 146 of the Two Texts Podcast | Disruptive Presence 91

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Chapters

1. Athens on Trial | Disruptive Presence 91 (00:00:00)

2. Exploring Paul's Sermon in Athens (00:00:05)

3. Deep Dive Into Paul's Sermon (00:10:13)

4. Finding God amongst the Idols? (00:21:14)

5. Understanding Paul's Approach to Idolatry (00:28:17)