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Apprentice InstituteConversation with AJ Swoboda and Nijay GuptaJames Bryan Smith has a Things Above conversation with AJ Swoboda and Nijay Gupta about their book, “Slow Theology.”
In our fast-paced world of outrageous headlines and knee-jerk reactions, we struggle to hear God’s voice amid the noise. Despite constant connectivity, our lives lack true spiritual connection and depth.
A. J. Swoboda and Nijay Gupta offer a practical theology guide for building resilient faith through Christian discipleship. Addressing spiritual deconstruction and doubt with honesty, they show how to fortify your faith against cultural challenges through eight transformative spiritual practices, including
● taking your time in...
2025-12-0351 minThings AboveConversation with AJ Swoboda and Nijay GuptaJames Bryan Smith has a Things Above conversation with AJ Swoboda and Nijay Gupta about their book, “Slow Theology.”
In our fast-paced world of outrageous headlines and knee-jerk reactions, we struggle to hear God’s voice amid the noise. Despite constant connectivity, our lives lack true spiritual connection and depth.
A. J. Swoboda and Nijay Gupta offer a practical theology guide for building resilient faith through Christian discipleship. Addressing spiritual deconstruction and doubt with honesty, they show how to fortify your faith against cultural challenges through eight transformative spiritual practices, including
● taking your time in...
2025-12-0351 min
The Surprising Rebirth Of Belief In GodS2 E24. The Charlie Kirk Moment - Nijay Gupta & Bethel McGrewHundreds of thousands attended Charlie Kirk's memorial service. Are we seeing a Kirk-inspired Christian revival or a rallying cry for Christian nationalism? Theologian Nijay Gupta and Christian writer Bethel McGrew join Justin Brierley to debate their different perspectives on the Charlie Kirk moment and his controversial statements on race and minorities.For Nijay Gupta: https://nijaykgupta.substack.com/p/if-you-are-elevating-charlie-kirk For Bethel McGrew: https://www.furtherup.net/
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2025-10-141h 33
Shine FMThe Holy Post - 690: Flying Bishops, Evangelical Ignorance, & Slow Theology with A.J. Swoboda & Nijay GuptaFor the first time ever, the U.K. has appointed a woman as the Archbishop of Canterbury to lead the global Anglican Communion. Kaitlyn, Skye, and Mike Erre discuss the implications of appointment and how Anglicans use “flying bishops” to maintain unity over divisive theological issues. Are there lessons here for other divided Christian communities? The latest “State of Theology” report shows a shocking number of evangelicals hold contradictory beliefs. Why are evangelical churches so bad at teaching the Bible and theology? Kaitlyn talks with A.J. Swoboda and Nijay Gupta, co-authors of “Slow Theology,” about how our cultural addiction to...
2025-10-081h 29The Holy Post690: Flying Bishops, Evangelical Ignorance, & Slow Theology with A.J. Swoboda & Nijay GuptaFor the first time ever, the U.K. has appointed a woman as the Archbishop of Canterbury to lead the global Anglican Communion. Kaitlyn, Skye, and Mike Erre discuss the implications of appointment and how Anglicans use "flying bishops" to maintain unity over divisive theological issues. Are there lessons here for other divided Christian communities? The latest "State of Theology" report shows a shocking number of evangelicals hold contradictory beliefs. Why are evangelical churches so bad at teaching the Bible and theology? Kaitlyn talks with A.J. Swoboda and Nijay Gupta, co-authors of "Slow Theology," about how our cultural...
2025-10-081h 29
Shifting CultureEp. 347 Nijay Gupta - Slow Theology: Resilient Faith in a Turbulent WorldNijay Gupta is back on Shifting Culture to share about his new book with A.J. Swoboda, Slow Theology. Together we talk about what it means to follow Jesus at a different pace - resisting the constant pressure to react, hurry, and perform, and instead cultivating practices that lead to depth and resilience. In this episode, we explore the role of lament, the necessity of community, and how theology is less about abstract answers and more about orienting our whole lives toward God. Nijay offers wisdom for living faithfully in a turbulent age and shows us how slowing down...
2025-09-3057 min
Engaging Scripture: Conversations in Biblical StudiesEp21: Engaging Philippians, Dr. Nijay K. Gupta and Rev. Dr. Glenn Packiam (Phil. Ch 2:12-3:21)Glenn and Nijay continue their Philippians series.
2025-09-0933 minEngaging Scripture: Conversations in Biblical StudiesEp20: Engaging Philippians, Dr. Nijay K. Gupta and Rev. Dr. Glenn Packiam (Phil. Ch 2:1-11)Special guest Dr. Glenn Packiam and Dr. Nijay Gupta continue their series, Engaging Philippians, with the first part of chapter 2 in this episode.
2025-09-0931 minEngaging Scripture: Conversations in Biblical StudiesEp19: Engaging Philippians, Dr. Nijay K. Gupta and Rev. Dr. Glenn Packiam (Phil. Ch1)Dr. Nijay Gupta and pastor-theologian Rev. Dr. Glenn Packiam begin a series talking about Paul's letter to the Philippians. This first episode gets into the background and context of the letter and Philippians Chapter 1.
2025-08-071h 03
The Stone Chapel PodcastCompleting the Record With Lynn Cohick, Sandra Glahn, and Nijay GuptaIn this podcast, we revisit some old friends, Lynn Cohick, Sandra Glahn, and Nijay Gupta. Each has contributed in their own way to fill out the story of the Church. Church history often focuses on the men who were the leaders for the last 2,000 years, but what of the women? They occupied unique roles in their day as leaders, patrons, and martyrs in their own right. "The Stone Chapel Podcast" is part of the ChurchLeaders Podcast Network. For a transcript of this episode click here: https://churchleaders.com/podcast-episode/stone-chapel-completing-record-lynn-cohick-sandra-glahn-nijay-gupta To listen to...
2025-07-2218 min
Storm The GatesBecoming Friends with Dr. Nijay Gupta What a friend we have in Jesus! Dr. Nijay Gupta is also a friend we have in the GMC. Becoming Christian friends is a key component of discipleship. He is a Professor of New Testament at Northern Seminary and a Wesleyan at his core. He is a prolific writer and has a theological mind to build up the one holy, catholic, and apostolic church.Nijay Gupta (DPhil, University of Durham) has written several academic books including A Beginner’s Guide to New Testament Studies, Paul and the Language of Faith, 15 New Testament Words of Life, and Tell He...
2025-07-2159 min
Worthy: Celebrating the Value of WomenEpisode 217: Interview with Nijay GuptaNijay Gupta (DPhil, University of Durham) has written several academic books including A Beginner's Guide to New Testament Studies, Paul and the Language of Faith, 15 New Testament Words of Life, and Tell Her Story: How Women Led, Taught, and Ministered in the Early Church. He has co-edited The State of New Testament Studies, Dictionary of Paul and His Letters (2nd ed.), and The State of Pauline Studies. Nijay co-chairs the Pauline Theology seminar of the Institute for Biblical Research and serves as a senior translator for the New Living Translation. Nijay blogs here and co-hosts the Slow Theology podcast.
2025-06-3057 min
The Innovative Church Leaders PodcastWeird, Dangerous, and Compelling with Dr. Nijay GuptaIn this episode, Dr. Eric Bryant interviews Dr. Nijay Gupta, a New Testament scholar, author, and professor at Northern Seminary. Nijay invites us to rediscover the wonder of the Bible and the radical nature of early Christianity. He explores how the early church's unity, generosity, and deep respect for human dignity can inspire modern Christians to live with greater intentionality, love, and purpose.Nijay is the author of the following books:The Affections of Christ Jesus: Love at the Heart of Paul’s TheologyStrange Religion: How the First Christians Were Weird, Dangerous, and CompellingTell He...
2025-06-2426 min
Attaching to God: Neuroscience-informed Spiritual Formation115 Anchored in Love: The Center of the Apostle Paul's Theology (with Dr. Nijay Gupta)Scholars of the Apostle Paul have long debated the so-called center of Paul’s theology, focusing on themes like justification by faith, reconciliation, union with Christ, and the apocalyptic triumph of God in Christ. But what if love really is the heart of the gospel that he preached?In this episode of the Attaching to God podcast, we welcome Nijay Gupta, the Julius R. Manti Professor of New Testament at Northern Seminary, to discuss his new book The Affections of Christ Jesus: Love at the Heart of Paul's Theology. Dr. Gupta elaborates on the crucial rol...
2025-05-3051 min
Slow Theology: Simple Faith for Chaotic TimesST74: A Teachable Spirit (Nijay Interviews AJ about his *new book*)AJ and Nijay talk about AJ's brand new book: A TEACHABLE SPIRIT: The Virtue of Learning from Strangers, Enemies, and Absolutely Anyone (Zondervan Reflective, 2025).Support the show
2025-05-0832 min
Faithful PoliticsPaul’s Radical Theology of Love with Dr. Nijay GuptaHave a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them but can't reply). Email us: Will@faithfulpoliticspodcast.comIn a time when empathy is seen by some as a threat and theology often feels emotionally detached, what if the Apostle Paul’s core message was actually centered on love? In this episode, we welcome back Dr. Nijay Gupta, New Testament scholar and author of The Affections of Christ Jesus: Love at the Heart of Paul’s Theology, to unpack Paul’s deeply emotional, relational, and revolutionary theology.We also dive into the hot-button topic...
2025-04-191h 08
This Is Your NudgeFinding Courage From Women in the Bible with Dr. Nijay GuptaHave you ever wondered about the roles women played in the early church? In this episode of Brave Woman, Mighty God, I sit down with Dr. Nijay Gupta, a brilliant New Testament scholar, to uncover the stories of remarkable women like Deborah, Mary, Phoebe, and Junia. These women weren't just background characters—they were leaders, messengers, and apostles who played vital roles in God's story.Dr. Gupta shares insights from his research, shedding light on how these women's contributions have often been overlooked or misunderstood. We discuss the cultural and historical contexts of their ministries and how thei...
2025-04-1442 min
Disarming Leviathan PodcastEarly Christians and Political Power w/ Nijay GuptaIn this episode, New Testament scholar Nijay Gupta joins us for a thought-provoking conversation on how the early church encountered and interacted with political power. Drawing from historical context and biblical insight, Nijay helps us explore how the first Christians navigated empire, authority, and allegiance—and what their example might mean for the church today.About NijayDr. Nijay K. Gupta is a distinguished New Testament scholar and professor at Northern Seminary, renowned for his expertise in Pauline theology, early Christian ethics, and the historical context of the New Testament. He holds a PhD...
2025-04-1138 min
The Englewood Review of Books PodcastEpisode 84: Nijay Gupta and Melissa Barciela MandalaJoel spoke with repeat guest Nijay Gupta and first-time guest Melissa Barciela Mandala about Paul's notion of "love." They discuss the impulse to find a "theological center" to Paul's New Testament writings, the success of Nijay's attempt to locate the love of God as this "center," and of course, what we are all currently reading and enjoying.Nijay K. Gupta is Julius R. Mantey Professor of New Testament at Northern Seminary. He is co-editor of the Dictionary of Paul and His Letters (2nd ed.), The State of New Testament Studies, The State of Pauline Studies...
2025-04-0749 min
Holy Curiosity with Kat ArmstrongJudgeship Part 2: Deborah - The Delivering Judge with Dr. Nijay GuptaDeborah was a remarkable leader in the Old Testament, serving as a prophet, judge, and military strategist for the nation of Israel. In this episode, Dr. Nijay Gupta joins host Kat Armstrong to explore Deborah's story and significance. They discuss how Deborah's leadership challenges common stereotypes about women in the Bible and how her example as a bold, Spirit-filled woman can inspire and empower believers today. Dr. Gupta also provides practical advice for women discerning a call to ministry or leadership roles in the church.Quick Links:Learn more about Dr. Nijay Gupta here.Download the listener guid...
2025-03-2222 min
OnScriptNijay Gupta - The Affections of Christ JesusEpisode: "What is love? (Baby, don't hurt me)." These song lyrics--juxtaposing love and hurt--remind us that 'love' is used so frequently and flexibily in our culture that it is in danger of losing all meaning. Enter Nijay Gupta and his new book The Affections of Christ Jesus! In this episode he helps rescue 'love' by deftly unpacking its biblical meanings and by correcting common misunderstandings. (For example, agape love is frequently misunderstood.) In so doing Gupta shows that love--surprisingly!-- may be the best center for Paul's theology. Since God's beautiful love changes us, his work exposing that love...
2025-03-201h 02OnScriptNijay Gupta - The Affections of Christ JesusEpisode: "What is love? (Baby, don't hurt me)." These song lyrics--juxtaposing love and hurt--remind us that 'love' is used so frequently and flexibily in our culture that it is in danger of losing all meaning. Enter Nijay Gupta and his new book The Affections of Christ Jesus! In this episode he helps rescue 'love' by deftly unpacking its biblical meanings and by correcting common misunderstandings. (For example, agape love is frequently misunderstood.) In so doing Gupta shows that love--surprisingly!-- may be the best center for Paul's theology. Since God's beautiful love changes us, his work exposing that love...
2025-03-201h 02
Cruciform ConversationsIn Conversation With... Dr. Nijay Gupta(Note - this post was created when I served as VP of Ideos Institute, which is now the Fuller Center for Peacebuilding and Conflict Transformation)The (Re)union Project is a movement of Christians trying to make sense of the conflicts dividing the church and how we have been complicit in those divisions. If we understand the origins of these deep divisions, perhaps we can imagine a new way forward. This episode of In Conversation With… seeks to identify some deep-rooted issues at work in the church, contributing to our divisions.How can we have a...
2025-03-1844 min
Cruciform ConversationsIn Conversation With... Dr. Nijay Gupta: The Affections of ChristIn this conversation, Greg Arthur and Dr. Nijay Gupta discuss his new book, which explores the theme of love in the New Testament, particularly in the writings of Paul. Dr. Gupta reflects on his personal journey and the cultural shifts that have influenced contemporary understandings of love. The discussion delves into the intersection of love and theology, the importance of empathy, and how these concepts can be applied in community life. Dr. Gupta emphasizes the need for a return to the heart of the gospel, which is love, and how this can transform the church and its relationship with...
2025-03-1844 min
VoxologyThe Affections of Christ Jesus: What Paul's Theology of Love Teaches Us Today - w/ Nijay GuptaHow do we truly love others, and what does it mean to love God with our whole being? In this rich and deeply engaging conversation with New Testament scholar Dr. Nijay Gupta, Mike and Tim explore the heart of Paul's theology of love, as captured in Nijay's newest book, "The Affections of Christ Jesus." Tackling questions like "Can we love someone we don't like?" and "Is empathy a sin?", they unpack the biblical roots of love, the emotional texture behind divine commands, and why reducing love to cold obedience misses the point entirely. Rooted in Deuteronomy, Philippians...
2025-03-1758 min
Made to Advance with Brian AulickDiagnosing our brokenness with Dr. Nijay Gupta
Dr. Nijay Gupta is a New Testament scholar and author of twenty-five books, including Tell Her Story, Strange Religion, and The Affections of Christ Jesus. In this episode, Nijay and Brian talk about the true nature of discipleship and how love and service are at the heart of Christian maturity.
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Dr. Nijay Gupta
Tell Her Story
Strange Religion
Slow Theology podcast
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Dietrich Bonhoeffer
Discipleship
Bonhoeffer for Armchair Theologians by Stephen R. Haynes and Lori Brandt Hale
Bonhoeffer: Pastor. Spy. Assassin. (2024) | Official Website | Now Streaming on Angel Studios
John Mark Comer
Bridgetown Church
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2025-03-051h 04
Disciple DojoLove in Biblical Theology (w/ Dr. Nijay Gupta)In this episode Dr. Nijay Gupta returns to the Dojo to talk about something most NT scholars shy away from: LOVE!
Nijay's book is available at: https://www.amazon.com/Affections-Christ-Jesus-Heart-Theology/dp/0802877168/
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2025-02-251h 23
Shifting CultureEp. 274 Nijay Gupta - Love at the Heart of Paul's TheologyWhen we think of the Apostle Paul, we often picture a stern, unyielding figure - the finger-wagging scold, laying down the law for the early Christian communities. But my guest today, Nijay Gupta, is here to shatter that perception and reveal the beating heart at the center of Paul's theology. In Nijay's new book, "The Affections of Christ Jesus," he makes a captivating case that what truly animates Paul's writings is an overwhelming, spilling-over affection - a profound, personal love that should reorient our entire understanding of the gospel message. As we dive into this conversation, Nijay makes the...
2025-02-2158 min
In Good FaithEp 262: Are women called to preach the gospel? | Nijay GuptaNijay Gupta of Slow Theology joins Steve for a chat about Tell Her Story, Gupta's exploration of women preachers, prophets, and leaders in the Bible.
Nijay Gupta co-chairs the Pauline Theology seminar of the Institute for Biblical Research and serves as a senior translator for the New Living Translation. He also co-hosts the podcast, “Slow Theology: Simple Faith for Chaotic Times”. He is the author of Tell Her Story: How Women Led, Taught, and Ministered in the Early Church. He has co-edited The State of New Testament Studies, Dictionary of Paul and His Letters (2nd ed.), and The State of Paul...
2025-02-0928 min
On the Way with Max Botner: A Podcast of the Center for Bible StudyThe Heart of Paul's Theology: A Conversation with Dr. Nijay GuptaBecome a member of the Center for Bible Study! 👉
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In this conversation, Dr. Nijay Gupta discusses his journey into biblical studies and the central theme of love in Paul's theology...
2025-02-031h 06
A History of Christian TheologyEpisode 173: Nijay Gupta- "The Affections of Christ Jesus"In this episode, Chad interviews Dr. Nijay Gupta about his upcoming book "The Affections of Christ Jesus- Love at the Heart of Paul's Theology" with Eerdmans Publishing: it is scheduled for release near the end of February this year. They discuss how the idea of love is often overlooked in Paul's work as well as the Biblical view of affection and emotion in Christian Theology. Dr. Gupta's accomplishments are wide-ranging. Currently, he is a professor of New Testament at Northern Seminary, serves as co-chair of the Pauline Theology seminar of the Institute for Biblical Research, has authored numerous...
2025-01-1049 min
The Edge PodcastA Conversation with Dr. Nijay GuptaIn this episode of The Edge Podcast, Dr. Mark Chironna welcomes Dr. Nijay Gupta, a renowned New Testament scholar, professor, and author. Focusing on Pauline theology, early Christianity, and biblical interpretation, Dr. Gupta offers a unique blend of academic rigor and practical insights that make the New Testament both accessible and transformative for modern readers.
Dr. Gupta’s expertise brings fresh perspectives to complex theological issues, making him a sought-after voice in academic and church communities. As a professor of New Testament at Northern Seminary, his works—such as Paul and the Language of Faith—shed light on the...
2024-10-1746 minAttaching to God: Neuroscience-informed Spiritual Formation094 Strange Religion and the First Believers (with Nijay Gupta)The first Christians were weird. Just how weird is often lost on us today. The first Christians believed unusual things, worshiped God in strange ways, and lived a unique lifestyle. Many in the ancient world saw it as bizarre, even dangerous, but some found this new religion attractive and compellingToday we are interviewing Dr. Nijay K. Gupta. He is the Julius R. Mantey Professor of New Testament at Northern Seminary. He is cohost of the Slow Theology podcast, and has written numerous books, including Tell Her Story: How Women Led, Taught, and Ministered in the Early...
2024-10-0134 min
Rise and FormEpisode 14: What even is spiritual formation? Maturity! with Dr. Nijay Gupta.If you haven't hear of Nijay Gupta, you will be glad that you gave him your time today because it was worth every second to sit with him! His thoughts honestly shaped our thinking and direction on Rise and Form. It's clear that Nijay is a sharp theologian who has particular insights into Pauline theology but he is also just so kindly cool, composed and ridiculously insightful.
He is also an award-winning author, blogger, speaker, and New Testament professor at Northern Seminary. Dr. Gupta has authored several influential books, with his latest work 'Strange Religion'.
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2024-07-3153 min
Mutuality Matters(Women in Scripture and History) Bringing Phoebe and Junia to Life with Dr. Nijay GuptaIn this episode, Kim Dickson talks with Dr. Nijay Gupta about the New Testament women he highlights in his Book Tell Her Story: How Women Led, Taught, and Ministered in the Early Church. Women who are little known to the average contemporary Christian come alive as Nijay discusses the world in which these remarkable women lived, served, and suffered on behalf of Jesus. Nijay describes the importance of letter carriers in the Roman world and the significance of Paul choosing Phoebe for this important work. He also discusses the translation and theological issues that hid Junia’s apostleship as a...
2024-07-1948 min
Primary SourcesNijay GuptaLynn and Paul explore the theological and historical debates surrounding Paul’s letter to the Galatians. Dr. Nijay Gupta recently published a book on Galatians in the New Word Biblical Themes series, a new series developed by Zondervan Academic, with Dr. Gupta as the series editor. This follows Dr. Gupta’s commentary on Galatians in the Story of God Bible Commentary, also from Zondervan Academic. He brings his years of studying Galatians to the conversation.
2024-06-0346 min
Think Biblically: Conversations on Faith & CultureChristianity as a Strange Religion? (with Nijay Gupta)What made the first Christians so different from their surrounding culture? How did their worship differ from the way the average Roman citizen viewed the gods? Why did the early church view themselves as a family and why is that so significant? We’ll discuss these questions and more with our guest Dr. Nijay Gupta around his new book, Strange Religion: How the First Christians were Weird, Dangerous and Compelling.Nijay K. Gupta (PhD, Durham University) is professor of New Testament at Northern Seminary. He is cohost of the Slow Theology podcast, founder of the Crux Sola blog...
2024-05-1429 minOnScriptNijay Gupta - Strange ReligionEpisode: Fighting statues? Mystery cults? Roman religion was strange. Yet in many ways Christianity was even stranger. Nijay Gupta's Strange Religion explores how Christianity was oddly attractive to Romans. If we "keep it weird," Christianity can remain compelling today. Co-hosted by Matthew Bates.
The Book: Nijay K. Gupta, Strange Religion: How the First Christians Were Weird, Dangerous, and Compelling (Brazos, 2024). The first Christians were weird. Just how weird is often lost on today's believers. Within Roman society, the earliest Christians stood out for the oddness of their beliefs and practices. They believed unusual things, worshiped God in s...
2024-05-081h 02OnScriptNijay Gupta - Strange ReligionEpisode: Fighting statues? Mystery cults? Roman religion was strange. Yet in many ways Christianity was even stranger. Nijay Gupta's Strange Religion explores how Christianity was oddly attractive to Romans. If we "keep it weird," Christianity can remain compelling today. Co-hosted by Matthew Bates.
The Book: Nijay K. Gupta, Strange Religion: How the First Christians Were Weird, Dangerous, and Compelling (Brazos, 2024). The first Christians were weird. Just how weird is often lost on today's believers. Within Roman society, the earliest Christians stood out for the oddness of their beliefs and practices. They believed unusual things, worshiped God in s...
2024-05-081h 02Slow Theology: Simple Faith for Chaotic TimesST45: Strange Religion (AJ Interviews Nijay)In the previous episode, Nijay interviewed AJ about his latest book, The Gift of Thorns (ST44). This time around, AJ and Nijay chat about Nijay's latest, Strange Religion: How the First Christians Were Weird, Dangerous, and Compelling (Brazos Press, 2024).Support the show
2024-05-0131 minSlow Theology: Simple Faith for Chaotic TimesST44: The Gift of Thorns (Nijay Interviews AJ)AJ has written an important new book called THE GIFT OF THORNS. Nijay and AJ discuss why AJ wrote this, a bit of his own story, and how unfulfilled wants can lead us into deeper spiritual life with Christ. This is a raw and vulnerable conversation. (WARNING: adult content is briefly discussed)Support the show
2024-04-2531 min
We Are VineyardStrange Religion: How the First Christians Were Weird, Dangerous, and Compelling with Nijay Gupta
Strange Religion: How the First Christians Were Weird, Dangerous, and Compelling with Nijay GuptaShow Podcast InformationIn this episode of We Are Vineyard, Caleb Maskell (Associate National Director of Theology and Education) talks with return guest Nijay Gupta about his new book Strange Religion: How the First Christians Were Weird, Dangerous, and Compelling. They discuss the hierarchy of the Roman gods, the dynamics of Roman faith, and how the infrastructure of Roman life was disrupted when Christians showed up. Nijay also describes how Jesus broke the mold of religious culture and disrupted dynamics of power and control.
N...
2024-04-241h 03
Embracing Your Season: Raising Littles and Understanding Teens with Paige ClingenpeelEpisode 25-Women of the Bible: What's the Story? with guest Nijay GuptaDr. Nijay Gupta joins Paige Clingenpeel on this week’s episode of Embracing Your Season. Dr. Gupta is a successful author and academic writer and serves as a Professor of New Testament at Northern Seminary. Paige and Dr. Gupta discuss growing up in the church and his book, Tell Her Story, which addresses how women led and ministered in the early church. This podcast is packed with amazing knowledge that is easy to understand. Takeaways:Dig deeper into the Bible - There are opportunities where you can gras...
2024-04-1849 min
For Real with Kimberly StuartEpisode 47 - Dr. Nijay GuptaDr. Nijay Gupta is my bright and thoughtful guest on this episode. Dr. Gupta is a professor at Northern Seminary, and he’s also the author of a book I drank in, marked up, and talked out loud to the entire time I was reading it. It’s that kind of book. Tell Her Story: How Women Led, Taught, and Ministered in the Early Church, made me wonder how I’ve read the names of real women in the Bible, some of them over and over, and yet didn’t know their stories or the way their stories intersect with ALL...
2024-03-1957 min
A World of DifferenceDr. Nijay Gupta on Rethinking Religion: The Roman Empire's Influence on Early ChristiansHey there, are you feeling disillusioned with modern Christianity? Have you been told to just accept the status quo and keep quiet about your doubts and concerns? It can be frustrating to feel like you're not getting the authentic experience you're seeking, especially when it comes to your faith. If you're tired of the ineffective advice to just go along with it, let's explore a better way to understand the history and context of early Christians that can revitalize your faith, whatever your faith background and bring new perspective to your journey. Let's dive into the compelling insights that...
2024-03-0645 min
The Learner's Corner with Caleb MasonEpisode 393: Nijay Gupta on How Christianity Differed from Roman Religion and How the Impact of the Roman Empire Shows Up TodayIn this episode, Caleb talks with Nijay about his book, Strange Religion, and more.Links MentionedNijay GuptaStrange Religion: How the First Christians Were Weird, Dangerous, and Compelling by Nijay GuptaEpisode 348: Nijay GuptaCaleb's Substack
2024-03-0559 min
Shifting CultureEp. 161 Nijay Gupta Returns - How the First Christians were Weird, Dangerous, and CompellingIn this episode, Nijay Gupta and I go back to the first century. In the Roman-Greco culture there were gods everywhere, blood and smoke from their sacrifices filled the air, icons of gods were on every corner. And here come the Christians – believers in the unseen, in the supremacy of Jesus, in the finished sacrifice of Jesus, meeting in homes instead of temples and the culture around them thought they were weird. They were dangerous. They were compelling. We talk about their different beliefs and practices. Join us as we discover how the first Christians were weird, dangerous and co...
2024-02-271h 02
Faithful PoliticsStrange Religion with Professor Nijay Gupta, Ph.D.Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them but can't reply). Email us: Will@faithfulpoliticspodcast.comIn this engaging episode of Faithful Politics, hosts Josh Bertram and Will Wright welcome back Dr. Nijay Gupta, a respected professor at Northern Seminary and a prolific author known for his contributions to New Testament studies. Dr. Gupta, who also hosts the Slow Theology podcast and founded the CruxSola blog, has recently published several influential books, further solidifying his reputation in the field. The discussion prominently features Dr. Gupta's latest book, "Strange Religion," which aims to make...
2024-02-2759 min
VoxologyStrange Religion: Rediscovering the Radical Roots of Early Faith - with Dr. Nijay GuptaUnveiling how the early Christians defied cultural norms and how rediscovering their radical approach can transform today's church. Mike Erre and Tim Stafford are joined by Dr. Nijay Gupta to explore the compelling differences between Roman religion and early Christianity, and how modern believers can make Christianity "weird" again by embracing humility, community, and the teachings of Jesus. Key Takeaways: • The Six Elements of Roman Religion – Understanding the hierarchical, elitist, and monocultural aspects of Roman faith, and how they contrast with early Christian beliefs. • Defying the Empire – How the first Christians rejected the norms of...
2024-02-261h 06
Why God Why?Nijay Gupta - Why are Christians so hypocritical?In this compelling episode of Why God Why, we embark on a profound exploration of the enduring question: Why are Christians so hypocritical? Hosts Peter Englert and Amanda D'Angelo welcome Dr. Nijay Gupta of Northern Seminary, a scholar on the New Living Translation committee and author of the timely book "Strange Religion," which serves as a backdrop to our inquiry into the credibility of Christianity.Dr. Gupta offers a deep dive into the paradoxical nature of early Christianity, contrasting its radical inclusivity and compassion with the societal norms of ancient Rome. The episode dissects the early church's...
2024-02-211h 01
The Bible Speaks to You: Think, Pray, Love like Jesus228 – Nijay Gupta: Women Leaders in the New Testament228 – Did you ever realize how many women leaders there are in the New Testament?More than you probably realized. There are some I didn't even realize were women? Why haven't we been told about these amazing women who risked their lives to share the Gospel in the early Christian Church?This week I talk with Dr. Nijay Gupta about these women leaders in the early Christian church and how they set examples for how women can have leadership roles in the church today. He has written a book called: Tell Her St...
2024-02-2059 min
Theology With FriendsE14 New Testament Women & The Early Church in Context: Nijay GuptaTWF is accompanied by legendary NT scholar Dr. Nijay Gupta! Dr. Gupta is currently teaching at Northern Seminary as Professor of New Testament. He recently wrote Tell Her Story which acts as the main piece for our conversation today, however, his newest book Strange Religion is set to release on February 27th, so go pre-order now!
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2024-02-0947 minMade to Advance with Brian AulickLeaning into your calling with New Testament scholar Dr. Nijay Gupta
Dr. Nijay Gupta is a New Testament scholar and author of twenty-five books, including Tell Her Story: How Women Led, Taught, and Ministered in the Early Church. On this episode Nijay shares his path to vocational scholarship, navigating imposter syndrome, battles with health issues, and the benefits of working with a spiritual director.
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2024-01-111h 11
Park Hill Church PodcastDr. Nijay Gupta Interview: Godbreathed Conversations, Part 2To enrich our Sunday teaching series Godbreathed, the Park Hill Church Podcast is hosting conversations with scholars, theologians, and pastors all about the good, bad, ugly and beautiful parts of the Bible, and how to encounter Jesus through it all. This conversation is with biblical scholar and Slow Theology podcast cohost, Dr. Nijay Gupta. Nijay serves on the New Living Bible Translation Committee. But don’t let his credentials fool you: Nijay is a pastor at heart. In this conversation, Evan Wickham asks Nijay Gupta some common questions about the Bible: Is the Bible anti-women? Is the Bible pro-slavery? Wh...
2023-10-251h 03
Let It Matter Podcast37: Women, the Bible, & the Early Church with Nijay GuptaIn this episode, host Kelly Wolfe is joined by scholar and professor of New Testament at Northern Seminary, Nijay Gupta (DPhil) to discuss themes from his book Tell Her Story: How Women Led, Taught, and Ministered in the Early Church, in particular:looking closer into the three main issues (used by those seeking to uphold or defend complementarianism/patriarchy) that come from Genesis 1-3: the created order, the use of the word "helper", and the fall/curseslooking at the broader context of the Roman world -- Roman households, social & socioeconomic dynamics, gender roles, etc...
2023-09-2558 min
The Bible (Unmuted)#31: Tell Her Story: An Interview with Dr. Nijay GuptaIn this episode, Matt talks with Dr. Nijay Gupta, a biblical scholar at Northern Seminary. They chat about his latest book, Tell Her Story: How Women Led, Taught, and Ministered in the Early Church. In his book, Nijay does a fantastic job showing how the Bible depicts women taking up the mantle of ministry, faithfully proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus the Messiah. In this conversation, Nijay discusses the Old Testament's depiction of Deborah as a judge of Israel, the New Testament's portrayal of Phoebe as a deacon, Junia as an apostle, as well as the so-called "household codes" within...
2023-09-0553 min
The Naked GospelDoes the Bible allow Women to Lead Men?? Dr. Nijay GuptaBiblical scholar Nijay Gupta joins us to talk about women in Scripture. Shane asks Nijay about the male focus of Scripture, why Jesus only picked men as his apostles, and the role of women in the church. Support these conversations for $5 and you also get a Naked Gospel coffee mug! Check out Nijay's book: To Tell Her Story (https://www.amazon.com/Tell-Her-Story-Taught-Ministered/dp/1514000741)Nijay K. Gupta (PhD, New Testament, University of Durham) is a professor of New Testament at Northern Seminary. Previously, he was a professor of New Testament...
2023-08-221h 04
The Quiet Reformation064 - Academics of the Heart w/ Dr. Nijay GuptaPART 2 / 2
[0:05] Jumping back in with Dr. Nijay Gupta
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Sin and Its Remedy in Paul (Contours of Pauline Theology)
[0:50] Growing up in a Christian environment that was serious, but also very sterile.
[2:45] God can testify how I long for all of you with the affection of Christ Jesus. (Philippians 1:8)
[4:40] Love involves wrapping our whole self around someone. Hate involves creating a distance or barriers between yourself and another. To love your enemies, means to...
2023-08-0819 min
The Quiet Reformation063 - Learning How To Learn How To Study The Bible w/ Dr. Nijay GuptaPART 1 / 2
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[2:08] The goal of theological interpretation is knowing God and being known by God; it’s hard to study the Bible neutrally as “just an academic”.
[3:05] Love is at the heart of Paul’s theology. It’s not just an ad...
2023-08-0120 min
We Are VineyardNijay Gupta: Tell Her Story: How Women Led, Taught, and Ministered in the Early Church
Nijay Gupta: Tell Her Story: How Women Led, Taught, and Ministered in the Early ChurchShow Podcast InformationThis episode of We Are Vineyard is a continuation of our series on ordination! Jay and Caleb Maskell (Associate National Director of Theology and Education) talk to Nijay Gupta about his origin story of faith and how his love for Piper and Grudem evolved into a critical study of egalitarianism. Nijay talks about learning to read the Bible in 3D, why we’ve historically overlooked female leaders in the Bible, and how we can best engage in the dialogue about the “trouble pass...
2023-06-211h 26
Shifting CultureEp. 112 Nijay Gupta - How Women Led, Taught, and Ministered in the Early ChurchIn this episode, Nijay and I have a great conversation about how women led and ministered in the Bible and in the early church. He digs in to the stories of Deborah, Junia, Mary, Priscilla, Phoebe, and more. He also talks through the context and culture of the time and place of the early church, so we can start to see with new eyes what women were doing and how they were treated. We also talk about the different leadership categories in the early church. Nijay also shares about how growing up as a son of immigrant parents in...
2023-06-2058 minThe Holy Post569: Shiny Happy Certainty & How Women Led in the Early Church with Nijay GuptaTwo events have our attention. First, a new documentary about reality TV's Dugger family is exposing the ugly side of the Christian fundamentalism, patriarchy, and legalism taught by Bill Gothard's ministry. And, Christian broadcaster and pillar of the Religious Right, Pat Robertson, died this week at 93. Was there a link between the popularity of Gothard and Robertson for a whole generation of American Christians? Then, New Testament scholar Nijay Gupta talks about his new book "Tell Her Story: How Women Led, Taught, and Ministered in the Early Church." And he participates in an unexpected therapy session with Skye about...
2023-06-141h 27
Honestly, ThoughEpisode 87 | She-roes Of Scripture | Guest: Dr. Nijay GuptaWhile the debate about women's roles in the church rages on, Dr. Nijay Gupta, Professor at Northern Seminary, sits down with Rebecca Carrell and Nika Spaulding to comb through some of the prominent women of the Bible to chat about how they served the Lord and what it means for the church today.Nijay Gupta (DPhil, University of Durham) has written several academic books including A Beginner’s Guide to New Testament Studies, Paul and the Language of Faith, 15 New Testament Words of Life, and Tell Her Story: How Women Led, Taught, and Ministered in the Ea...
2023-06-051h 01
Grace Enough PodcastNijay Gupta | You Need to Know Women Taught, Led and Ministered in Early ChurchWhat is your perspective on women's roles in the early church? Nijay Gupta brings eye opening insight to aide your understanding of women in ministry through biblical wisdom. Join us on a transformative journey as we explore the leadership of women in the early Christian community.In order to be biblical, we have to establish the right place for women to be and the wrong place. So the right place is the home and the wrong place is the pulpit, or however you imagine that, the public, however you imagine that. And when people kind of say they wa...
2023-05-2354 min
So Much More: Scripture Meditation (Lectio Divina)Surprising Ways Women Served in the Early Church | Nijay GuptaWhoa! What if we’ve been overlooking some critical information in Scripture? Especially about women and their roles in the New Testament church. This is what Dr. Nijay Gupta contends in his new book Tell Her Story. If you’ve ever wondered about the role of women in the early church and the church today, you need to listen to this encouraging and insightful conversation. Nijay introduces us to women you may not know about and their critical roles in advancing the Gospel. This conversation deeply...
2023-05-1032 min
That Sounds Fun with Annie F. DownsEpisode 464: Dr. Nijay Gupta on What We Learn From Women in the BibleThis episode has our entire staff buzzing with thoughtful conversation! Dr. Nijay Gupta is here to talk with us about studying Scripture on complex issues, the importance of Deborah's leadership and Phoebe's role in spreading the Gospel, and the purposeful diversity in Jesus' parables. Ya'll...this is a FASCINATING conversation. I can't wait for you to get to know Nijay and hear his wisdom. Nijay's book Tell Her Story is incredible and so important! Just a reminder that even though this topic may feel new to you or you may disagree with some of the ideas in t...
2023-04-271h 02
The Learner's Corner with Caleb MasonEpisode 348: Nijay Gupta on How Women Led, Taught, and Ministered in the Early ChurchIn this episode, Caleb talks with Vijay Gupta about his book, Tell Her Story, and more.Episode LinksNijay Gupta on TwitterTell Her Story: How Women Led, Taught, and Ministered in the Early Church by Nijay GuptaCaleb's Substack
2023-04-201h 00
Deeper StillNijay Gupta on Telling Her Story: How Women Led, Taught and Ministered in the Early ChurchSuanne interviews Dr. Nijay Gupta, professor of New Testament at Northern Seminary, about his new book Tell Her Story: How Women Led, Taught and Ministered in the Early Church. Visit Nijay's blog cruxsolablog.com and follow him on Insta @nijay.gupta and Twitter NijayKGupta
2023-04-131h 08
More to the Story with Andy Miller III15 New Testament Words for Life with Nijay GuptaRighteousness, Gospel, Forgiveness, Life, Cross, Faith, Grace, Fellowship, Hope, Salvation, Peace, Religion, Holiness, Love, and WitnessThese are familiar terms in the Christian vocabulary, but many don’t know the original background and theological importance of these words, and how they can be life-giving for the Christian faith and life today. To access the deep meaning of these words in the theological vocabulary of the New Testament writers, Nijay Gupta has written a helpful new book thinking through the canonical, literary, and historical contexts of these words. I enjoyed this conversation Nijay! ...
2023-03-3038 min
That Makes Total Sense!Episode 189 – Nijay GuptaThis conversation had me feeling both excited and a bit nervous. Nijay Gupta, who is gracious in every way, has written a new book on the ministry of women in the early church and historically, this subject has been a sensitive one for me. Maybe like you, I was discipled in a tradition that held … Continue reading Episode 189 – Nijay Gupta
2023-03-271h 01
Disciple DojoWomen leading...in the Bible! (with Dr. Nijay Gupta)In this episode I sit down with Dr. Nijay Gupta to discuss how he changed his mind on Women in ministry and what he wants Christians to know about women leaders in the Hebrew Bible and early Church.
00:00:00 - Intro
00:02:28 - Nijay’s academic journey since he and JM’s Gordon-Conwell days
00:10:31 - The Bible Project
00:12:29 - The 2nd most-Bible-nerdy dissertation title of any Dojo guest so far!
00:16:30 - How to read Ph.D dissertations for FREE!
00:17:44 - ‘Religion’ is not a negative!
00:18:53 - John Piper, Wayne Grudem, and how Nijay came to change his view on women in ministry
00:25:37 - Nijay’...
2023-03-161h 07
A World of DifferenceChange: Dr. Nijay Gupta- Uncovering Her Story: How Women Led, Taught and Ministered in the Early ChurchIn this episode of the World of Difference podcast, Dr. Nijay Gupta, a Hindu background Christian and seminary professor, uses his privilege to uncover the hidden female figures in the New Testament and challenge the long-standing patriarchal lens on the Bible to foster an atmosphere of equality and inclusion in the church."Just like that with the Bible. And we have failed. I have failed in the past to see these women, to recognize them, to admire them, and to tell their story." - Dr. Nijay GuptaDr. Nijay Gupta is a professor at Northern...
2023-03-1558 min
The Women Scholars and Professionals PodcastNijay Gupta: Tell Her Story“Scripture and the gospel — they're so much bigger than the categories we use….I want people to open their hearts and minds to what God is saying — not just what they ‘think’ that God is saying.” — Nijay Gupta
New Testament professor Nijay Gupta talks with us about women leaders in the early church, the context and culture of these first-century Christians, and what we can learn from these women today.
Our conversation today features Dr. Nijay Gupta, professor of New Testament at Northern Seminary and author of Tell Her Story: How Women Led, Taught, and Ministered in the Ear...
2023-03-0750 minMutuality Matters(New Voices) Women and Authority in the Early Church with Dr. Nijay GuptaShow Notes
Did women hold positions of authority in the early church? Dr. Nijay Gupta talks with hosts Erin and Blake about his forthcoming book, Tell Her Story: How Women Led, Taught, and Ministered in the Early Church. Be sure to pick up Dr. Gupta’s book on March 14 and visit his blog, Crux Sola, https://www.patheos.com/blogs/cruxsola/ or follow him on Twitter @NijayKGupta or listen to his podcast: Slow Theology.
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The opinions expressed in CBE’s Mutuality Matters’ podcast are those of its hosts or guests do not purport to...
2023-02-1029 min
Seminary DropoutNijay Gupta’s 15 Words of Life from the New Testament
Dr. Nijay Gupta teaches New Testament courses at Northern and working closely with the Master of Arts in New Testament and the Doctor in Ministry in New Testament Context cohorts.
Dr. Gupta has been teaching and writing for more than a decade, and currently serves as the Editor-in-Chief of the Bulletin for Biblical Research, Co-Editor of The Bible in God’s World series with Scot McKnight, and as a member of the Editorial Board of both Ex Auditu and and of the Biblical Interpretation Series.
He is a graduate of Miami of Ohio University, Gordon Co...
2022-12-0244 minThe Englewood Review of Books PodcastEpisode 45: Michael Gorman & Nijay GuptaJoel takes over the podcast for a Biblical Studies-themed discussion with two fantastic scholars. They discuss their scholarly work, but also consider the challenges and blessings of writing for both academic and popular-level audiences.Michael J. Gorman is the Raymond E. Brown Professor of Biblical Studies and Theology at St. Mary's Seminary & University in Baltimore, Maryland, USA, where he has taught since 1991. He is a New Testament scholar who specializes especially in the letters, theology, and spirituality of the apostle Paul. He is the author of many articles on biblical interpretation and on ethics, and nearly 20 books...
2022-10-3142 min
The Alabaster JarS3 E15 | Dr. Nijay Gupta | Tell Her StoryWomen have been leading in Christianity from the start. For centuries, discussions of early Christianity have focused on male leaders in the church. But there is ample evidence right in the New Testament that women were actively involved in ministry, at the frontier of the gospel mission, and as respected leaders. In this episode of Alabaster Jar, Nijay Gupta calls us to bring these women out of the shadows by shining light on their many inspiring contributions to the planting, growth, and health of the first Christian churches. He sets the context by exploring the lives of first-century women and...
2022-10-1243 min
Faithful Politics"Words of Life" w/Professor Nijay GuptaHave a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them but can't reply). Email us: Will@faithfulpoliticspodcast.comIn this episode, Faithful Host Josh Burtram interviews New Testament Professor Nijay Gupta about his new book 15 New Testament Words of life. Join them as they discuss interpretation, translation, and the current issue of deconstruction in American Christianity.Find Nijay's book on Amazon.Guest Bio:Associate Professor of New Testament, Portland SeminaryBA (Miami University); MDiv, ThM (Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary); PhD (University of Durham)Nijay K. Gupta is A...
2022-10-111h 12
The Stone Chapel Podcast15 New Testament Words with Nijay Gupta'15 New Testament Words of Life: A New Testament Theology for Real Life' is Nijay Gupta's most recent book. He joins David Capes to talk about it on "The Stone Chapel Podcast." Dr. Gupta is a New Testament Professor at Northern Seminary in Lyle, IL. The post Episode 112 15 New Testament Words with Nijay Gupta first appeared on Lanier Theological Library.
2022-10-0419 minSlow Theology: Simple Faith for Chaotic TimesPodcast Short 5: Nijay's & AJ's Favorite PodcastsThis is not a full episode, but just a short discussion of Nijay's and AJ's favorite religion, Bible, and culture podcasts. If you are looking for some new suggestions for podcasts, this might give you some fresh ideas.Support the show
2022-02-2208 min
Faith in the FoldsPhilippians with Nijay GuptaToday I sat down with Dr. Nijay Gupta, professor of #NewTestament at Northern Seminary. Dr. Gupta is known for his work on Christian formation and the life and writings of the apostle #Paul. He has written commentaries on #Philippians, Colossians, 1—2 Thessalonians, and other works on the concepts of worship and sin in Paul’s thought, as well as on the Sermon on the Mount and general New Testament studies. Check out his New Testament Commentary Guide which helpfully directs students and others interested persons navigate the potentially overwhelming mass of commentaries on the NT. I was so thankful to Dr...
2022-02-111h 00The Alabaster JarS2 E28 | Nijay Gupta | Hidden Christian Figures: Exploring The Silenced Voice of Early Christian Women (Christmas Series)Jesus taught, entrusted, and mobilized women for every form of His Kingdom's mission. Nijay Gupta didn't always hold this belief. Lynn Cohick talks with Nijay about his journey of coming to Christ in a context that didn't endorse women in Church leadership and how he discovered many examples of faithful women leading as early Jesus followers. The unfortunate reality is that many of these front-line ministry voices of women have been silenced. In this episode, Nijay gives an early glimpse of what his new book on the hidden Christian figures will look like. Explore more about Nijay's work: Crux Sola...
2021-12-2133 min
The Biblical Languages Podcast (brought to you by Biblingo)Biblical Greek Word Study (πίστις) with Nijay Gupta (Part 4 of Lexical Semantics)In this episode of the Biblical Languages Podcast, Kevin Grasso talks with Nijay Gupta about his work on the Greek word πίστις.
Find show notes at https://biblingo.org/blog/biblical-greek-word-study-with-nijay-gupta/
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2021-09-291h 11
Faithful Politics"Paul-andia" w/Dr. Nijay GuptaHave a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them but can't reply). Email us: Will@faithfulpoliticspodcast.comDr. Nijay Gupta is the perfect mix of politics and religion. For the Faithful you’ll enjoy his take on on the Apostle Paul, but for the Political, you’ll appreciate his take on how we should contextualize modern day issues such as LGBTQ+. They discuss some of the key issues and debates the church is having today, and also talked about the political atmosphere during Biblical days. As a fellow west coaster, your Political Host, Will Wrig...
2021-09-281h 02Slow Theology: Simple Faith for Chaotic TimesS3E1: The Pandemic and Going Back to ChurchAJ Swoboda and Nijay Gupta talk about how churches managed the pandemic ("Online Church") and how the COVID-19 era has forced pastors to think afresh about what "Church" really means. Many people stopped going to church and may never go back. Others might be craving a physical community. As AJ says in this ep., "You gotta be able to smell each other!"Support the show
2021-07-1537 minSeminary DropoutNijay Gupta On What’s New in New Testaments Studies, Also BBQ
Dr. Nijay Gupta teaches New Testament courses at Northern and working closely with the Master of Arts in New Testament and the Doctor in Ministry in New Testament Context cohorts.
Dr. Gupta has been teaching for more than a decade, is the author of the recent important study, Paul and the Language of Faith, and will be publishing a handful of books in 2020.
He currently serves as the Editor-in-Chief of the Bulletin for Biblical Research, Co-Editor of The Bible in God’s World series with Scot McKnight, and as a member of the Editorial Board of...
2021-06-181h 05