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Biblical Reading and Reflections: April 10th (Job 8 & 2 Timothy 4)

Bildad's first speech. Paul's final charge to Timothy. If you are interested in supporting this project, please consider supporting my work on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/zugzwanged), using my PayPal account (https://bit.ly/2RLaUcB), or buying books for my research on Amazon (https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/36WVSWCK4X33O?ref_=wl_share). You can also listen to the audio of these episodes on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/alastairs-adversaria/id1416351035?mt=2.

Apr 10, 202128 min

THE BOOKS OF HOMILIES: Book 1—V. Of good works

For the Easter season, I am reading the Books of Homilies, using John Griffiths' 1859 edition (https://prydain.files.wordpress.com/2012/09/the_two_books_of_homilies.pdf). If you are interested in supporting this project, please consider supporting my work on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/zugzwanged), using my PayPal account (https://bit.ly/2RLaUcB), or buying books for my research on Amazon (https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/36WVSWCK4X33O?ref_=wl_share). You can also listen to the audio of these episodes on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/alastairs-adversaria/id1416351035?mt=2.

Apr 9, 202129 min

Biblical Reading and Reflections: April 9th (Job 7 & 2 Timothy 3)

What is man that you make so much of him? Every Scripture is inspired by God. If you are interested in supporting this project, please consider supporting my work on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/zugzwanged), using my PayPal account (https://bit.ly/2RLaUcB), or buying books for my research on Amazon (https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/36WVSWCK4X33O?ref_=wl_share). You can also listen to the audio of these episodes on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/alastairs-adversaria/id1416351035?mt=2.

Apr 9, 202122 min

THE BOOKS OF HOMILIES: Book 1—IV. Of the true and lively faith

For the Easter season, I am reading the Books of Homilies, using John Griffiths' 1859 edition (https://prydain.files.wordpress.com/2012/09/the_two_books_of_homilies.pdf). If you are interested in supporting this project, please consider supporting my work on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/zugzwanged), using my PayPal account (https://bit.ly/2RLaUcB), or buying books for my research on Amazon (https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/36WVSWCK4X33O?ref_=wl_share). You can also listen to the audio of these episodes on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/alastairs-adversaria/id1416351035?mt=2.

Apr 8, 202126 min

Biblical Reading and Reflections: April 8th (Job 6 & 2 Timothy 2)

Job responds to Eliphaz's first speech. If we are faithless, he remains faithful. If you are interested in supporting this project, please consider supporting my work on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/zugzwanged), using my PayPal account (https://bit.ly/2RLaUcB), or buying books for my research on Amazon (https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/36WVSWCK4X33O?ref_=wl_share). You can also listen to the audio of these episodes on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/alastairs-adversaria/id1416351035?mt=2.

Apr 8, 202128 min

THE BOOKS OF HOMILIES: Book 1—III. Of the salvation of all mankind

For the Easter season, I am reading the Books of Homilies, using John Griffiths' 1859 edition (https://prydain.files.wordpress.com/2012/09/the_two_books_of_homilies.pdf). If you are interested in supporting this project, please consider supporting my work on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/zugzwanged), using my PayPal account (https://bit.ly/2RLaUcB), or buying books for my research on Amazon (https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/36WVSWCK4X33O?ref_=wl_share). You can also listen to the audio of these episodes on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/alastairs-adversaria/id1416351035?mt=2.

Apr 7, 202125 min

Biblical Reading and Reflections: April 7th (Job 5 & 2 Timothy 1)

Eliphaz the Temanite concludes his first speech. Fan into flame the gift of God. If you are interested in supporting this project, please consider supporting my work on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/zugzwanged), using my PayPal account (https://bit.ly/2RLaUcB), or buying books for my research on Amazon (https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/36WVSWCK4X33O?ref_=wl_share). You can also listen to the audio of these episodes on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/alastairs-adversaria/id1416351035?mt=2.

Apr 7, 202123 min

THE BOOKS OF HOMILIES: Book 1—II. Of the Misery of All Mankind

For the Easter season, I am reading the Books of Homilies, using John Griffiths' 1859 edition (https://prydain.files.wordpress.com/2012/09/the_two_books_of_homilies.pdf). If you are interested in supporting this project, please consider supporting my work on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/zugzwanged), using my PayPal account (https://bit.ly/2RLaUcB), or buying books for my research on Amazon (https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/36WVSWCK4X33O?ref_=wl_share). You can also listen to the audio of these episodes on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/alastairs-adversaria/id1416351035?mt=2.

Apr 6, 202118 min

Biblical Reading and Reflections: April 6th (Job 4 & Titus 3)

Eliphaz the Temanite's first speech. Saved by God's grace for a new manner of life. If you are interested in supporting this project, please consider supporting my work on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/zugzwanged), using my PayPal account (https://bit.ly/2RLaUcB), or buying books for my research on Amazon (https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/36WVSWCK4X33O?ref_=wl_share). You can also listen to the audio of these episodes on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/alastairs-adversaria/id1416351035?mt=2.

Apr 6, 202125 min

THE BOOKS OF HOMILIES: Book 1—I. A Fruitful Exhortation to the Reading of Holy Scripture

For the Easter season, I am reading the Books of Homilies, using John Griffiths' 1859 edition (https://prydain.files.wordpress.com/2012/09/the_two_books_of_homilies.pdf). If you are interested in supporting this project, please consider supporting my work on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/zugzwanged), using my PayPal account (https://bit.ly/2RLaUcB), or buying books for my research on Amazon (https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/36WVSWCK4X33O?ref_=wl_share). You can also listen to the audio of these episodes on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/alastairs-adversaria/id1416351035?mt=2.

Apr 5, 202118 min

Biblical Reading and Reflections: April 5th (Job 3 & Titus 2)

Job curses the day of his birth. The appearance of the grace of God purifying us for good works. If you are interested in supporting this project, please consider supporting my work on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/zugzwanged), using my PayPal account (https://bit.ly/2RLaUcB), or buying books for my research on Amazon (https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/36WVSWCK4X33O?ref_=wl_share). You can also listen to the audio of these episodes on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/alastairs-adversaria/id1416351035?mt=2.

Apr 5, 202127 min

Biblical Reading and Reflections: Easter Day (Romans 6 & Luke 24:13-43)

Death, burial, and resurrection in Christ. Christ appears to his disciples. If you are interested in supporting this project, please consider supporting my work on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/zugzwanged), using my PayPal account (https://bit.ly/2RLaUcB), or buying books for my research on Amazon (https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/36WVSWCK4X33O?ref_=wl_share). You can also listen to the audio of these episodes on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/alastairs-adversaria/id1416351035?mt=2.

Apr 4, 202135 min

Biblical Reading and Reflections: April 4th (Job 2 & Titus 1)

Satan tests Job a second time. The virtues of a faithful overseer. If you are interested in supporting this project, please consider supporting my work on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/zugzwanged), using my PayPal account (https://bit.ly/2RLaUcB), or buying books for my research on Amazon (https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/36WVSWCK4X33O?ref_=wl_share). You can also listen to the audio of these episodes on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/alastairs-adversaria/id1416351035?mt=2.

Apr 4, 202124 min

Biblical Reading and Reflections: Holy Saturday (1 Peter 4:1-8 & Luke 23:50-56)

No longer living for our passions. The burial of Jesus. If you are interested in supporting this project, please consider supporting my work on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/zugzwanged), using my PayPal account (https://bit.ly/2RLaUcB), or buying books for my research on Amazon (https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/36WVSWCK4X33O?ref_=wl_share). You can also listen to the audio of these episodes on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/alastairs-adversaria/id1416351035?mt=2.

Apr 3, 202111 min

Biblical Reading and Reflections: April 3rd (Job 1 & 1 Timothy 6)

Job the sacrifice. The character of false teachers. If you are interested in supporting this project, please consider supporting my work on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/zugzwanged), using my PayPal account (https://bit.ly/2RLaUcB), or buying books for my research on Amazon (https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/36WVSWCK4X33O?ref_=wl_share). You can also listen to the audio of these episodes on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/alastairs-adversaria/id1416351035?mt=2.

Apr 3, 202134 min

Biblical Reading and Reflections: Good Friday (1 Peter 2:11-25 & Luke 23:18-49)

He himself bore our sins in his body on the tree. St Luke's passion narrative. If you are interested in supporting this project, please consider supporting my work on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/zugzwanged), using my PayPal account (https://bit.ly/2RLaUcB), or buying books for my research on Amazon (https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/36WVSWCK4X33O?ref_=wl_share). You can also listen to the audio of these episodes on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/alastairs-adversaria/id1416351035?mt=2.

Apr 2, 202130 min

Biblical Reading and Reflections: April 2nd (Proverbs 31 & 1 Timothy 5)

The valorous woman. Widows and elders. If you are interested in supporting this project, please consider supporting my work on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/zugzwanged), using my PayPal account (https://bit.ly/2RLaUcB), or buying books for my research on Amazon (https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/36WVSWCK4X33O?ref_=wl_share). You can also listen to the audio of these episodes on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/alastairs-adversaria/id1416351035?mt=2.

Apr 2, 202136 min

Biblical Reading and Reflections: Maundy Thursday (1 Corinthians 10:1-22 & John 13:21-38)

The example of Israel in the wilderness. A new commandment. If you are interested in supporting this project, please consider supporting my work on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/zugzwanged), using my PayPal account (https://bit.ly/2RLaUcB), or buying books for my research on Amazon (https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/36WVSWCK4X33O?ref_=wl_share). You can also listen to the audio of these episodes on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/alastairs-adversaria/id1416351035?mt=2.

Apr 1, 202127 min

Biblical Reading and Reflections: April 1st (Proverbs 30 & 1 Timothy 4)

The wisdom of Agur. The Christian life compared to an athletic discipline. If you are interested in supporting this project, please consider supporting my work on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/zugzwanged), using my PayPal account (https://bit.ly/2RLaUcB), or buying books for my research on Amazon (https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/36WVSWCK4X33O?ref_=wl_share). You can also listen to the audio of these episodes on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/alastairs-adversaria/id1416351035?mt=2.

Apr 1, 202134 min

Biblical Reading and Reflections: March 31st (Proverbs 29 & 1 Timothy 3)

A righteous man knows the rights of the poor. Elders and deacons. If you are interested in supporting this project, please consider supporting my work on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/zugzwanged), using my PayPal account (https://bit.ly/2RLaUcB), or buying books for my research on Amazon (https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/36WVSWCK4X33O?ref_=wl_share). You can also listen to the audio of these episodes on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/alastairs-adversaria/id1416351035?mt=2.

Mar 31, 202130 min

Biblical Reading and Reflections: March 30th (Proverbs 28 & 1 Timothy 1:18—2:15)

When the righteous triumph. Paul's teaching on women in the assembly. If you are interested in supporting this project, please consider supporting my work on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/zugzwanged), using my PayPal account (https://bit.ly/2RLaUcB), or buying books for my research on Amazon (https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/36WVSWCK4X33O?ref_=wl_share). You can also listen to the audio of these episodes on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/alastairs-adversaria/id1416351035?mt=2.

Mar 30, 202142 min

Biblical Reading and Reflections: March 29th (Proverbs 27 & 1 Timothy 1:1-17)

Iron sharpens iron. Timothy, Paul's son in his ministry. If you are interested in supporting this project, please consider supporting my work on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/zugzwanged), using my PayPal account (https://bit.ly/2RLaUcB), or buying books for my research on Amazon (https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/36WVSWCK4X33O?ref_=wl_share). You can also listen to the audio of these episodes on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/alastairs-adversaria/id1416351035?mt=2.

Mar 29, 202132 min

Biblical Reading and Reflections: March 28th (Proverbs 26 & Ephesians 6:10-24)

Dealing with fools, sluggards, trouble-makers, and false friends. The full armour of God. If you are interested in supporting this project, please consider supporting my work on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/zugzwanged), using my PayPal account (https://bit.ly/2RLaUcB), or buying books for my research on Amazon (https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/36WVSWCK4X33O?ref_=wl_share). You can also listen to the audio of these episodes on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/alastairs-adversaria/id1416351035?mt=2.

Mar 28, 202121 min

Biblical Reading and Reflections: March 27th (Proverbs 25 & Ephesians 6:1-9)

A word fitly spoken. Masters and servants. If you are interested in supporting this project, please consider supporting my work on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/zugzwanged), using my PayPal account (https://bit.ly/2RLaUcB), or buying books for my research on Amazon (https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/36WVSWCK4X33O?ref_=wl_share). You can also listen to the audio of these episodes on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/alastairs-adversaria/id1416351035?mt=2.

Mar 27, 202126 min

Biblical Reading and Reflections: March 26th (Proverbs 24 & Ephesians 5:18-33)

Avoiding envy and schadenfreude. Wives and husbands. If you are interested in supporting this project, please consider supporting my work on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/zugzwanged), using my PayPal account (https://bit.ly/2RLaUcB), or buying books for my research on Amazon (https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/36WVSWCK4X33O?ref_=wl_share). You can also listen to the audio of these episodes on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/alastairs-adversaria/id1416351035?mt=2.

Mar 26, 202127 min

The Wonderful Story of Esther (with Devon Phillips, James Bejon, and Steven Wedgeworth)

Steven Wedgeworth is currently preaching through the book of Esther and invited me, Devon Phillips, and James Bejon to join him for a discussion of the book, hosted on my podcast. Within this conversation we reference several treatments of the book. Here are a few: Steven Wedgeworth Sermons on Esther: https://faithvan.com/search?q=Esther&f_collectionId=5ace967388251b8279176a98 Devon Phillips A Meditation on Purim: https://www.faipublishing.org/articles/purim Twitter thread on Esther: https://twitter.com/devoninmena/status/1364878723888078849?s=21 James Bejon Esther and Agag: https://www.academia.edu/40042595/Esther_and_Agag Esther: A Literary Analysis: https://www.academia.edu/40087250/Esther_A_Literary_Analysis Esther: Mechanics and Messianics: https://www.academia.edu/40114559/Esther_Mechanics_and_Messianics Alastair Roberts Unraveling the Mysteries of the Book of Esther: https://audio.alastairadversaria.com/sermons/9696/unravelling-the-mysteries-of-the-book-of-esther/ Other Videos AlephBeta Purim videos (especially those with Rabbi David Fohrman): https://www.alephbeta.org/purim Bible Project: Esther Overview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=JydNSlufRIs&ab_channel=BibleProject Articles Sandra Teplinsky, Purim 2016 and Easter Week: Prophetic Parallels: https://firm.org.il/learn/purim-2016-and-easter-week-prophetic-parallels/ James Jordan, Biblical Horizons newsletter series on Esther (November 2009 to June 2013) Audio James Jordan, Witness or Perish: https://www.wordmp3.com/product-group.aspx?id=21 James Jordan, Themes in Esther: https://www.wordmp3.com/search.aspx?search=esther+jordan Commentaries Rabbi David Fohrman, The Queen You Thought You Knew: https://amzn.to/3rlDm62 Jon Levenson, Esther [Old Testament Library]: https://amzn.to/3w1we1U Adele Berlin, Esther [JPS Bible Commentary]: https://amzn.to/2PpS7rc Yoram Hazony, God and Politics in Esther: https://amzn.to/39hudVE Michael V. Fox, Character and Ideology in the Book of Esther: https://amzn.to/3lOszjm Anthony Tomasino, Esther [Evangelical Exegetical Commentary]: https://amzn.to/2Psemwu If you have enjoyed my videos and podcasts, please tell your friends. If you are interested in supporting my videos and podcasts and my research more generally, please consider supporting my work on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/zugzwanged), using my PayPal account (https://bit.ly/2RLaUcB), or by buying books for my research on Amazon (https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/36WVSWCK4X33O?ref_=wl_share). You can also listen to the audio of these episodes on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/alastairs-adversaria/id1416351035?mt=2.

Mar 25, 20211h 40m

Biblical Reading and Reflections: March 25th (Proverbs 23 & Ephesians 5:1-17)

The danger of unmastered appetites. Walking as light in the Lord. If you are interested in supporting this project, please consider supporting my work on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/zugzwanged), using my PayPal account (https://bit.ly/2RLaUcB), or buying books for my research on Amazon (https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/36WVSWCK4X33O?ref_=wl_share). You can also listen to the audio of these episodes on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/alastairs-adversaria/id1416351035?mt=2.

Mar 25, 202128 min

Biblical Reading and Reflections: March 24th (Proverbs 22 & Ephesians 4:17-32)

The cosmopolitan character of wisdom. Put off the old man and put on the new. If you are interested in supporting this project, please consider supporting my work on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/zugzwanged), using my PayPal account (https://bit.ly/2RLaUcB), or buying books for my research on Amazon (https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/36WVSWCK4X33O?ref_=wl_share). You can also listen to the audio of these episodes on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/alastairs-adversaria/id1416351035?mt=2.

Mar 24, 202129 min

Biblical Reading and Reflections: March 23rd (Proverbs 21 & Ephesians 4:1-16)

The valuable in the hands of the valiant. The unity of the Church and the gifts of the ascended Christ. If you are interested in supporting this project, please consider supporting my work on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/zugzwanged), using my PayPal account (https://bit.ly/2RLaUcB), or buying books for my research on Amazon (https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/36WVSWCK4X33O?ref_=wl_share). You can also listen to the audio of these episodes on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/alastairs-adversaria/id1416351035?mt=2.

Mar 23, 202132 min

Biblical Reading and Reflections: March 22nd (Proverbs 20 & Ephesians 3)

Navigating honour culture. Paul's apostolic mission and prayer to the Father. If you are interested in supporting this project, please consider supporting my work on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/zugzwanged), using my PayPal account (https://bit.ly/2RLaUcB), or buying books for my research on Amazon (https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/36WVSWCK4X33O?ref_=wl_share). You can also listen to the audio of these episodes on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/alastairs-adversaria/id1416351035?mt=2.

Mar 22, 202132 min

Biblical Reading and Reflections: March 21st (Proverbs 19 & Ephesians 2:11-22)

He who is generous to the poor lends to the Lord. A new temple formed of Jews and Gentiles. If you are interested in supporting this project, please consider supporting my work on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/zugzwanged), using my PayPal account (https://bit.ly/2RLaUcB), or buying books for my research on Amazon (https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/36WVSWCK4X33O?ref_=wl_share). You can also listen to the audio of these episodes on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/alastairs-adversaria/id1416351035?mt=2.

Mar 21, 202133 min

Biblical Reading and Reflections: March 20th (Proverbs 18 & Ephesians 2:1-10)

Avoiding rash judgment. Raised from death by God's grace for good works. If you are interested in supporting this project, please consider supporting my work on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/zugzwanged), using my PayPal account (https://bit.ly/2RLaUcB), or buying books for my research on Amazon (https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/36WVSWCK4X33O?ref_=wl_share). You can also listen to the audio of these episodes on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/alastairs-adversaria/id1416351035?mt=2.

Mar 20, 202124 min

Biblical Reading and Reflections: March 19th (Ephesians 1:15-23 & Matthew 1:18-25)

Christ over all powers, the head of the Church. Joseph, the father of Jesus. If you are interested in supporting this project, please consider supporting my work on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/zugzwanged), using my PayPal account (https://bit.ly/2RLaUcB), or buying books for my research on Amazon (https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/36WVSWCK4X33O?ref_=wl_share). You can also listen to the audio of these episodes on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/alastairs-adversaria/id1416351035?mt=2.

Mar 19, 202118 min

The 'Sin' of Empathy? (with Hannah Anderson and Joe Rigney)

The moral character of empathy has recently been a subject of contentious online debate among Christians. Joe Rigney and Hannah Anderson, who have both engaged in these disputes with their different concerns, join me for an extended discussion of the question, hoping to clear up some misunderstandings on both sides and to break some differences down to size. Within the conversation we mention various articles and other material. Joe Rigney: The Enticing Sin of Empathy: https://www.desiringgod.org/articles/the-enticing-sin-of-empathy Dangerous Compassion: https://www.desiringgod.org/articles/dangerous-compassion Do You Feel My Pain?: https://www.desiringgod.org/articles/do-you-feel-my-pain Man Rampant Interview: https://www.amazon.com/Man-Rampant/dp/B07Z8G12XP Abigail Dodds: The Beauty and Abuse of Empathy: https://www.desiringgod.org/articles/the-beauty-and-abuse-of-empathy Paul Bloom: The Case Against Empathy: https://www.vox.com/conversations/2017/1/19/14266230/empathy-morality-ethics-psychology-compassion-paul-bloom Against Empathy: https://amzn.to/3r1A5bA Edwin Friedman: A Failure of Nerve: https://amzn.to/30TmUz7 My summary of A Failure of Nerve: https://alastairadversaria.files.wordpress.com/2016/10/self-and-leadership.pdf Brené Brown: On Empathy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Evwgu369Jw Daring Greatly: https://amzn.to/30TngWt Shame and Empathy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qQiFfA7KfF0 If you have enjoyed my videos and podcasts, please tell your friends. If you are interested in supporting my videos and podcasts and my research more generally, please consider supporting my work on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/zugzwanged), using my PayPal account (https://bit.ly/2RLaUcB), or by buying books for my research on Amazon (https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/36WVSWCK4X33O?ref_=wl_share). You can also listen to the audio of these episodes on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/alastairs-adversaria/id1416351035?mt=2.

Mar 18, 20211h 17m

Biblical Reading and Reflections: March 18th (Proverbs 17 & Ephesians 1:1-14)

The futility of the fool's quest for wisdom. God's purpose from before all ages realized in Christ. If you are interested in supporting this project, please consider supporting my work on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/zugzwanged), using my PayPal account (https://bit.ly/2RLaUcB), or buying books for my research on Amazon (https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/36WVSWCK4X33O?ref_=wl_share). You can also listen to the audio of these episodes on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/alastairs-adversaria/id1416351035?mt=2.

Mar 18, 202128 min

Biblical Reading and Reflections: March 17th (Proverbs 16 & Philemon)

Man proposes, God disposes. The book of Philemon and the New Testament teaching on slavery. If you are interested in supporting this project, please consider supporting my work on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/zugzwanged), using my PayPal account (https://bit.ly/2RLaUcB), or buying books for my research on Amazon (https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/36WVSWCK4X33O?ref_=wl_share). You can also listen to the audio of these episodes on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/alastairs-adversaria/id1416351035?mt=2.

Mar 17, 202139 min

Biblical Reading and Reflections: March 16th (Proverbs 15 & Colossians 4)

What is the fear of the Lord? Paul's final messages to the Colossians. If you are interested in supporting this project, please consider supporting my work on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/zugzwanged), using my PayPal account (https://bit.ly/2RLaUcB), or buying books for my research on Amazon (https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/36WVSWCK4X33O?ref_=wl_share). You can also listen to the audio of these episodes on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/alastairs-adversaria/id1416351035?mt=2.

Mar 16, 202138 min

Music And Exodus: A Conversation With Derek Fiedler

I recently was invited on Derek Fiedler's podcast (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmGgB15kYrLYcOm9MLGvA8A) to discuss symbolism, typology, the Exodus pattern in Scripture, and music as a conceptual metaphor for the reading of Scripture. If you are interested in supporting this project, please consider supporting my work on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/zugzwanged), using my PayPal account (https://bit.ly/2RLaUcB), or buying books for my research on Amazon (https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/36WVSWCK4X33O?ref_=wl_share). You can also listen to the audio of these episodes on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/alastairs-adversaria/id1416351035?mt=2.

Mar 15, 20211h 26m

Biblical Reading and Reflections: March 15th (Proverbs 14 & Colossians 3:12-25)

Wisdom as not living by sight. The appropriate behaviour of Christians. If you are interested in supporting this project, please consider supporting my work on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/zugzwanged), using my PayPal account (https://bit.ly/2RLaUcB), or buying books for my research on Amazon (https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/36WVSWCK4X33O?ref_=wl_share). You can also listen to the audio of these episodes on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/alastairs-adversaria/id1416351035?mt=2.

Mar 15, 202130 min

Biblical Reading and Reflections: March 14th (Proverbs 13 & Colossians 2:20—3:11)

Spare the rod, hate the child. Put your mind on things above! If you are interested in supporting this project, please consider supporting my work on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/zugzwanged), using my PayPal account (https://bit.ly/2RLaUcB), or buying books for my research on Amazon (https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/36WVSWCK4X33O?ref_=wl_share). You can also listen to the audio of these episodes on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/alastairs-adversaria/id1416351035?mt=2.

Mar 14, 202132 min

Biblical Reading and Reflections: March 13th (Proverbs 12 & Colossians 2:8-19)

Discerning people's character in their words and actions. We have the fullness in Christ—don't retreat to the shadows! If you are interested in supporting this project, please consider supporting my work on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/zugzwanged), using my PayPal account (https://bit.ly/2RLaUcB), or buying books for my research on Amazon (https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/36WVSWCK4X33O?ref_=wl_share). You can also listen to the audio of these episodes on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/alastairs-adversaria/id1416351035?mt=2.

Mar 13, 202130 min

Biblical Reading and Reflections: March 12th (Proverbs 11 & Colossians 1:21—2:7)

Integrity guarding the path of the upright. The hidden mystery proclaimed. If you are interested in supporting this project, please consider supporting my work on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/zugzwanged), using my PayPal account (https://bit.ly/2RLaUcB), or buying books for my research on Amazon (https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/36WVSWCK4X33O?ref_=wl_share). You can also listen to the audio of these episodes on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/alastairs-adversaria/id1416351035?mt=2.

Mar 12, 202126 min

Biblical Reading and Reflections: March 11th (Proverbs 10 & Colossians 1:1-20)

Speech and wisdom. Christ, the firstborn of all creation. If you are interested in supporting this project, please consider supporting my work on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/zugzwanged), using my PayPal account (https://bit.ly/2RLaUcB), or buying books for my research on Amazon (https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/36WVSWCK4X33O?ref_=wl_share). You can also listen to the audio of these episodes on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/alastairs-adversaria/id1416351035?mt=2.

Mar 11, 202141 min

Biblical Reading and Reflections: March 10th (Proverbs 9 & Philippians 4)

Lady Wisdom and the Woman Folly's competing invitations. Final exhortations to the Philippians. If you are interested in supporting this project, please consider supporting my work on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/zugzwanged), using my PayPal account (https://bit.ly/2RLaUcB), or buying books for my research on Amazon (https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/36WVSWCK4X33O?ref_=wl_share). You can also listen to the audio of these episodes on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/alastairs-adversaria/id1416351035?mt=2.

Mar 10, 202129 min

Biblical Reflections Divided By Chapter And Easily Searchable

My material is now easily searchable here: https://audio.alastairadversaria.com/ and organized by biblical passage here: https://audio.alastairadversaria.com/explore/. Thanks to Dean Montgomery of https://yetanothersermon.host/. If you are interested in supporting this project, please consider supporting my work on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/zugzwanged), using my PayPal account (https://bit.ly/2RLaUcB), or buying books for my research on Amazon (https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/36WVSWCK4X33O?ref_=wl_share). You can also listen to the audio of these episodes on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/alastairs-adversaria/id1416351035?mt=2.

Mar 9, 20212 min

Biblical Reading and Reflections: March 9th (Proverbs 8 & Philippians 3)

Wisdom in the creation. Counting all as loss to gain Christ. If you are interested in supporting this project, please consider supporting my work on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/zugzwanged), using my PayPal account (https://bit.ly/2RLaUcB), or buying books for my research on Amazon (https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/36WVSWCK4X33O?ref_=wl_share). You can also listen to the audio of these episodes on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/alastairs-adversaria/id1416351035?mt=2.

Mar 9, 202142 min

Biblical Reading and Reflections: March 8th (Proverbs 7 & Philippians 2:12-30)

A cautionary portrait of the adulteress. Work out your salvation with fear and trembling. If you are interested in supporting this project, please consider supporting my work on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/zugzwanged), using my PayPal account (https://bit.ly/2RLaUcB), or buying books for my research on Amazon (https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/36WVSWCK4X33O?ref_=wl_share). You can also listen to the audio of these episodes on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/alastairs-adversaria/id1416351035?mt=2.

Mar 8, 202132 min

Biblical Reading and Reflections: March 7th (Proverbs 6 & Philippians 2:1-11)

Go to the ant, you sluggard! 'Let this mind be in you...' If you are interested in supporting this project, please consider supporting my work on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/zugzwanged), using my PayPal account (https://bit.ly/2RLaUcB), or buying books for my research on Amazon (https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/36WVSWCK4X33O?ref_=wl_share). You can also listen to the audio of these episodes on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/alastairs-adversaria/id1416351035?mt=2.

Mar 7, 202129 min

Biblical Reading and Reflections: March 6th (Proverbs 5 & Philippians 1:12-30)

Drink from your own cistern. Paul confidently awaits his deliverance. If you are interested in supporting this project, please consider supporting my work on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/zugzwanged), using my PayPal account (https://bit.ly/2RLaUcB), or buying books for my research on Amazon (https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/36WVSWCK4X33O?ref_=wl_share). You can also listen to the audio of these episodes on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/alastairs-adversaria/id1416351035?mt=2.

Mar 6, 202124 min

Biblical Reading and Reflections: March 5th (Proverbs 4 & Philippians 1:1-11)

Get wisdom! Pursuing Paul's greetings to the Philippians. If you are interested in supporting this project, please consider supporting my work on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/zugzwanged), using my PayPal account (https://bit.ly/2RLaUcB), or buying books for my research on Amazon (https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/36WVSWCK4X33O?ref_=wl_share). You can also listen to the audio of these episodes on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/alastairs-adversaria/id1416351035?mt=2.

Mar 5, 202120 min