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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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  • Must We Interpret Genesis 1-3 Literally?

    Weekly Q & A with Dr. William Lane Craig

    William Craig — 

    This is the weekly Q & A blog post by our Research Professor in Philosophy, Dr. William Lane Craig. Question Dear Dr. Craig, In Defenders...

  • Concordism

    Weekly Q & A with Dr. William Lane Craig

    William Craig — 

    This is the weekly Q & A blog post by our Research Professor in Philosophy, Dr. William Lane Craig. Question Dear Dr Craig, I have a question...

  • What Is the Universe Expanding into?

    Weekly Q & A with Dr. William Lane Craig

    William Craig — 

    This is the weekly Q & A blog post by our Research Professor in Philosophy, Dr. William Lane Craig. Question Dear Dr. Craig, What is the...

  • La Biblia: el único libro del mundo en el que siempre tenemos acceso directo al autor

    Octavio Esqueda — 

    Hay experiencias que nos cambian la perspectiva de la vida y otras que son memorables por ser únicas o especiales. En mi caso, una de estas...

  • Atonement and the Deity of Christ

    Weekly Q & A with Dr. William Lane Craig

    William Craig — 

    This is the weekly Q & A blog post by our Research Professor in Philosophy, Dr. William Lane Craig. Question Dear Dr Craig, I've just watched...

  • An Argument for More Literal Bible Translations

    Kenneth Berding — 

    Here is one argument in support of more-literal Bible translations:looser translations have a tendency to soften difficult sayings in the Bible.I...

  • Old Testament Prophecies of Jesus’ Resurrection

    Weekly Q & A with Dr. William Lane Craig

    William Craig — 

    This is the weekly Q & A blog post by our Research Professor in Philosophy, Dr. William Lane Craig. Question Hello Dr. Craig, I wanted to...

  • Violence against the Canaanites in Deuteronomy and Joshua Reconsidered

    Markus Zehnder — 

    It is often taken for granted that the book of Joshua and some passages in the Pentateuch, especially parts of Deuteronomy 7, condone or command a...

  • “Could God Create a Morally Perfect Being?” Revisited

    Weekly Q & A with Dr. William Lane Craig

    William Craig — 

    This is the weekly Q & A blog post by our Research Professor in Philosophy, Dr. William Lane Craig. Question Question #1 In question 634 you...

  • If Your Phone Causes You to Sin, Cut it Off

    Kenneth Berding — 

    And if your hand or your foot causes you to sin, cut it off and throw it away. It is better for you to enter life crippled or lame than with two...

  • What Are the Laws of Nature?

    Weekly Q & A with Dr. William Lane Craig

    William Craig — 

    This is the weekly Q & A blog post by our Research Professor in Philosophy, Dr. William Lane Craig. Question I am writing with a question...

  • Classical Theology: Romans Course

    Rob Price — 

    The view from Romans is breathtaking. From first creation to eternal glory, it’s sin and redemption, Christ and the Spirit, Jew and gentile, law...

  • Will There Be Cavemen in Heaven?

    Weekly Q & A with Dr. William Lane Craig

    William Craig — 

    This is the weekly Q & A blog post by our Research Professor in Philosophy, Dr. William Lane Craig. Question How did people make it to heaven...

  • Questions about heaven? Or hell?

    Rob Price — 

    Our own Alan Gomes probably has an answer. His 40 Questions About Heaven and Hell is—get this—it’s clear talk about eschatology. Yes, it’s possible...

  • An Ancient Near East Scholar (and Cancer Patient) Looks at Psalm 23

    Kenneth Way — 

    Psalm 23 is not exactly about shepherds or sheep. It is a royal psalm about King YHWH and his covenant relationship with the Davidic king, and it...

  • Could God Make a Morally Perfect Being with Free Will?

    Weekly Q & A with Dr. William Lane Craig

    William Craig — 

    This is the weekly Q & A blog post by our Research Professor in Philosophy, Dr. William Lane Craig. Question Could God make a morally perfect...

  • Amarnos los unos a los otros

    Octavio Esqueda — 

    El amor a Dios y al prójimo es el cimiento esencial del cristianismo. Es imposible ser un verdadero seguidor de Cristo si el amor a Dios y a los...

  • Creation and Migration: Part 1

    Markus Zehnder — 

    The opening chapters of the book of Genesis are of great importance when it comes to determining fundamental ethical guidelines, as rooted in the...

  • How to Become Rooted, Fruit-bearing, Resilient, and Prospering

    Kenneth Berding — 

    How would you like your life to be characterized by the following descriptors: 1) Rooted deeply in the Lord, 2) Bearing spiritual fruit, 3)...

  • Revisiting Jesus’ Attitude toward the Old Testament

    Weekly Q & A with Dr. William Lane Craig

    William Craig — 

    This is the weekly Q & A blog post by our Research Professor in Philosophy, Dr. William Lane Craig. Question Dr Craig, In your answer to...

  • (Mis)quoting van Daalen

    Weekly Q & A with Dr. William Lane Craig

    William Craig — 

    This is the weekly Q & A blog post by our Research Professor in Philosophy, Dr. William Lane Craig. Question When discussing the Empty Tomb,...

  • Would’ve, Could’ve, Might’ve

    Weekly Q & A with Dr. William Lane Craig

    William Craig — 

    This is the weekly Q & A blog post by our Research Professor in Philosophy, Dr. William Lane Craig. Question Dear Dr. Craig, thank you for...

  • Gleaning Today

    Kenneth Way — 

    A recent cover article for Christianity Today, devoted to “The Gleaner’s Edge,” shows the modern-day power of an Old Testament practice to transform how we do business.

  • Not Enough Evidence to Believe

    Weekly Q & A with Dr. William Lane Craig

    William Craig — 

    This is the weekly Q & A blog post by our Research Professor in Philosophy, Dr. William Lane Craig. Question Dr. Craig, I’ve heard you offer...

  • Leroy Ford, un gran maestro que nos reta a ser mejores que él

    Octavio Esqueda — 

    El Dr. Leroy Ford (1922-2012) fue uno de los educadores más importantes del siglo pasado. Tuvo un ministerio muy productivo como pastor, escritor y...