Podcast: Confusing Parts of the Bible...And Leviticus

YOB Podcast
Written By Kent Bateman

Podcast episode featuring Callie Holland, Kent Bateman, and Eric Freemon. Part of our Year of the Bible series.

Show Notes

Reading Through Leviticus

  • Currently working through "Year of the Bible" reading program

  • Addressing common challenges readers face with Leviticus

  • Discussion of Old Testament laws and their application today

Understanding Old Testament Laws

Three common interpretations discussed:

  1. Laws apply if not overturned in New Testament

  2. Laws apply if repeated in New Testament

  3. Laws categorized as moral, civil, and ceremonial

Kent's conclusion: Old Testament laws were fulfilled in Jesus and the New Covenant, though they remain valuable for understanding Scripture.

Discussed how to identify references to Jesus throughout the Old Testament by asking:

  1. Does the passage foreshadow Jesus?

  2. Does it prompt questions Jesus answers?

  3. Does it feature Jesus?

  4. Does it explain Jesus's accomplishments?

  5. Does it point to Jesus's return?

The Transfiguration

  • Detailed discussion of Jesus's transfiguration

  • Significance of Moses and Elijah's presence

  • Key message: "Listen to Him" - importance of hearing Jesus's voice

Upcoming Content

Next five weeks will focus on "God Said What" series covering:

  • Deuteronomy

  • Joshua

  • Judges

  • Understanding difficult commands in these books

  • Context for conquest and holy war passages

Resources for Questions

Listeners can submit questions:

  • Via Instagram: @citychurchnox

  • Website: citychurchnox.com/bible

Note: This podcast is part of City Church's year-long initiative to read through the Bible together.

Kent Bateman
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