Rory Balfour & Darren Sarisky

Summary

In this episode of the Et al. podcast, host Joshua Mobley engages with Darren Sarisky and Rory Balfour to discuss the new series on Theological Interpretation of Scripture published by Baylor University Press. They explore the nature of theological interpretation, its differences from historical-critical approaches, and the importance of bridging the gap between biblical studies and systematic theology. Rory Balfour shares insights from his book on divine rejection, focusing on the narratives of Esau and Saul, and how these stories inform contemporary theological discussions. The conversation also touches on the complexities of academic discourse in theology, the influence of key thinkers like Calvin and Barth, and the significance of interpretive humility in understanding scripture.

 

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Theological Interpretation
03:11 The Nature of Theological Interpretation
06:16 Bridging Biblical Studies and Theology
09:20 Upcoming Works in Theological Interpretation
12:22 Navigating Academic Tensions
15:09 Rory's Approach to Esau and Saul
18:13 Understanding Divine Rejection
21:06 Ambiguity in Theological Contexts
24:07 Engaging with Calvin and Barth
27:19 Conclusion and Future Directions

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