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The Good Book Blog, a resource from the faculty of Talbot School of Theology, features articles that explore contemporary ideas from the perspective of the Bible — the “Good Book” — including topics such as apologetics, biblical studies, theology, philosophy, spiritual formation, ministry and leadership. Find out more about what sets Talbot apart and how it prepares Christian leaders through its degree programs.

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I'm Tired
Octavio Esqueda — September 30, 2020
This post is also available inSpanish. I'm tired. I don't mean being physically tired from the normal activities of daily life that have now been...
Estoy cansado
Octavio Esqueda — September 30, 2020
This post is also available inEnglish. Estoy cansado. No me refiero a estar cansado físicamente por las actividades normales de la vida cotidiana...
A New Resource for Mental Health and the Church
Kevin Van Lant — September 29, 2020
The number of people experiencing mental illness in our country has increased significantly over the past 15 years. Although causation may not be...
Bible Memorization and the Problem of Changing Bible Translations
Kenneth Berding — September 28, 2020
This post will address two sets of questions: 1) What translation should I use when I memorize the Bible? and 2) What if I have already memorized a...
A Seeker’s Questions about the Trinity
Weekly Q & A with Dr. William Lane Craig
William Lane Craig — September 25, 2020
This is the weekly Q & A blog post by our Visiting Scholar in Philosophy, William Lane Craig. Question Hi Dr. Craig, Sorry if this is a long...
Theology and Cooking
John McKinley — September 23, 2020
I notice many helpful correlations between the activities of cooking food and the activities of doing theology. The analogy is illuminating and...
How to Live an "In Christ" Life
A New Book Announcement and How to Use the Book
Kenneth Berding — September 21, 2020
I am excited to let you know that my newest book, How to Live an ‘In Christ’ Life: 100 Devotional Readings on Union with Christ has just been...
“Cosmic Skeptic” Interview
Weekly Q & A with Dr. William Lane Craig
William Lane Craig — September 18, 2020
This is the weekly Q & A blog post by our Visiting Scholar in Philosophy, William Lane Craig. Question I very much enjoyed watching your...
The Power of Media as a Tool for Ministry and Justice
Eddie Byun — September 16, 2020
Almost half of my 25 years in pastoral ministry were spent in South Korea. When I first went there, out of total obedience to God, I couldn’t speak...
Theological Truths for Times of Uncertainty – Part 2
Reflections on God’s Love and Faithfulness in 2 Thessalonians 2:13-3:5
Ryan Peterson — September 14, 2020
“But we ought always to give thanks to God for you, brothers beloved by the Lord, because God chose you as the firstfruits to be saved, through...
Problem of Dwindling Probabilities
Weekly Q & A with Dr. William Lane Craig
William Lane Craig — September 11, 2020
This is the weekly Q & A blog post by our Visiting Scholar in Philosophy, William Lane Craig. Question Hi Dr. Craig, My name is Bram Rawlings...
Theological Truths for Times of Uncertainty – Part 1
Reflections on God’s Love and Faithfulness in 2 Thessalonians 2:13-3:5
Ryan Peterson — September 09, 2020
“But we ought always to give thanks to God for you, brothers beloved by the Lord, because God chose you as the firstfruits to be saved, through...
COVID Revival? Ministering to a Suffering World
Matthew Williams — September 07, 2020
This post is also available inSpanish. I’m 56 years old, and I have never seen the world suffering as much as it is now. It’s horrible, and I don’...
Talbot’s Virtual New Student Welcome
Joanne Jung — September 02, 2020
On the evening of August 27 at 7 p.m. PT,Talbot School of Theology held its first virtual New Student Welcome. Dr Daniel Kim emceed the Zoom event,...
Are We Justified in Inferring Jesus’ Resurrection?
Weekly Q & A with Dr. William Lane Craig
William Lane Craig — August 28, 2020
This is the weekly Q & A blog post by our Research Professor in Philosophy, William Lane Craig. Question Dear Dr. Craig, I am an earnest...
Our Hope is in Christ, Not in a Vaccine
Kenneth Berding — August 24, 2020
Gritting your way through the current crisis on the assumption that the world will be back to normal sometime next year is inadequate.
Language and Nonsense
Weekly Q & A with Dr. William Lane Craig
William Lane Craig — August 21, 2020
This is the weekly Q & A blog post by our Research Professor in Philosophy, William Lane Craig. Question Hello Dr. Craig, We're going through...
My Favorite Passage on the Christian Life from George Müller
Kenneth Berding — August 12, 2020
Here is my favorite passage from George Müller, the man of prayer and leader of orphan houses (1805-1898). This reading was originally a single...
Live for others
Octavio Esqueda — August 10, 2020
This post is also available in Spanish. This week when visiting a store with my family, I was shocked to see a sideboard with next year's planners...
Vivir para otros
Octavio Esqueda — August 10, 2020
This post is also available in English. Esta semana al visitar una tienda con mi familia me impactó ver un aparador con agendas del próximo año...
The Relation between Adam’s Sin and Death
Weekly Q & A with Dr. William Lane Craig
William Lane Craig — August 07, 2020
This is the weekly Q & A blog post by our Research Professor in Philosophy, William Lane Craig. Question Dear Dr Craig What is your view on...
What Does “It is Well with My Soul” Mean?
Kenneth Berding — August 03, 2020
This post is not about the historical background to this wonderful hymn, though knowing the background is touching and makes the hymn more...
Was Horatio Spafford a False Teacher When He Wrote “It is Well with My Soul”?
Kenneth Berding — August 03, 2020
In 1873, Horatio Spafford penned the lyrics of one of the most-loved hymns of all time, It is Well with My Soul. But should we sing a song by one...
Ehrman’s Objections to the Women’s Discovery of the Empty Tomb
Weekly Q & A with Dr. William Lane Craig
William Lane Craig — July 31, 2020
This is the weekly Q & A blog post by our Research Professor in Philosophy, William Lane Craig. Question Dear Dr. Craig, Your answer to Q and...
Adapting to Culture
Gary McIntosh — July 20, 2020
My wife and I recently visited a church that took us back in time. Upon entering thelobby of the church building, we heard piano music coming from...