The Carson Center Podcast

Interpreting Revelation (with Jen Wilkin)

Jen Wilkin joins Matt Harmon and Ben Gladd to explain why Christians should read Revelation as a symbolic, Old-Testament-saturated book that trains believers for endurance—not escapism—and why repeated, whole-book reading is essential for understanding it. Resources Mentioned * Revelation [https://www.amazon.com/Revelation-Access-Eternal-Everlasting-Kingdom/dp/1087776074?tag=thegospcoal-20] by Jen Wilkin * Revelation [https://www.amazon.com/Revelation-Commentary-G-K-Beale/dp/0802866212?tag=thegospcoal-20] by G. K. Beale * All Things New [https://www.amazon.com/All-Things-New-Revelation-Canonical/dp/1783599154?tag=thegospcoal-20] by Brian Tabb * Postmillennialism [https://www.amazon.com/Postmillennialism-Eschatology-Hope-Keith-Mathison/dp/0875523897?tag=thegospcoal-20] by Keith Mathison 📧 Email us at bibtheobriefingpod@gmail.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Reading the Bible Like Jesus Did

Matt Harmon and Ben Gladd explain why Luke highlights Jesus’ Christ-centered reading of the Old Testament and argue Christians should learn to read Scripture the way Jesus taught his disciples—responsibly, contextually, and with the Spirit’s help. Resources Mentioned * Asking the Right Questions [https://www.amazon.com/Asking-Right-Questions-Practical-Understanding/dp/1433554291?tag=thegospcoal-20] by Matt Harmon * In All the Scriptures [https://www.amazon.com/All-Scriptures-Contexts-Biblical-Hermeneutics/dp/1514002183?tag=thegospcoal-20] by Nicholas G. Piotrowski * Mere Christian Hermeneutics [https://www.amazon.com/Mere-Christian-Hermeneutics-Transfiguring-Theologically/dp/0310234387?tag=thegospcoal-20] by Kevin J. Vanhoozer * Gospel-Centered Hermeneutics [https://www.amazon.com/Gospel-Centered-Hermeneutics-Foundations-Evangelical-Interpretation/dp/0830838694?tag=thegospcoal-20] by Graeme Goldsworthy * From the Manger to the Throne [https://www.amazon.com/Manger-Throne-Theology-Luke-Testament/dp/143357523X?tag=thegospcoal-20] by Benjamin L. Gladd * The Gospel of Matthew [https://www.amazon.com/Gospel-Matthew-International-Commentary-Testament/dp/080282501X?tag=thegospcoal-20] by R. T. France * The Gospel of Mark [https://www.amazon.com/Gospel-International-Greek-Testament-Commentary/dp/0802872123?tag=thegospcoal-20] by R. T. France 📧 Email us at bibtheobriefingpod@gmail.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What Is Biblical Theology?

Welcome to the inaugural episode of Biblical Theology Briefing, a podcast from The Gospel Coalition, hosted by Ben Gladd and Matt Harmon. Biblical theology is not a verse-by-verse commentary or a devotional. Instead, it focuses on tracing the connections, themes, and patterns across Scripture, helping us see how the Bible tells one unified and coherent story. Resources Mentioned * From Adam and Israel to the Church [https://a.co/d/ekNLRbA?tag=thegospcoal-20] by Ben Gladd * From the Manger to the Throne [https://a.co/d/hlVCXKr?tag=thegospcoal-20] by Ben Gladd * Rebels and Exiles [https://a.co/d/6OeKBIn?tag=thegospcoal-20] by Matt Harmon Reference Works & Series  * The Servant of the Lord and His Servant People [https://a.co/d/5bOpmBe?tag=thegospcoal-20] by Matt Harmon * Reference Works & Series New Dictionary of Biblical Theology [https://a.co/d/9vzMHVt?tag=thegospcoal-20] by Alexander, Rosner, Carson, Goldsworthy * New Studies in Biblical Theology (NSBT) [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BKPQKTF5?binding=paperback&ref=dbs_dp_rwt_sb_pc_tpbk?tag=thegospcoal-20] by Don Carson & Ben Gladd * Essential Studies in Biblical Theology (ESBT) [https://www.amazon.com/Essential-Studies-in-Biblical-Theology-9-book-series/dp/B088FBJG26?tag=thegospcoal-20]by Ben Gladd 📧 Email us at bibtheobriefingpod@gmail.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Unveiling the Divine Majesty in Revelation

In this lecture, Don Carson examines Revelation 5 to underscore Christ's unparalleled worthiness to open the scroll, symbolizing God's sovereign plan for redemption and judgment. Carson emphasizes that only the Lamb—Jesus Christ—can enact God's purposes, highlighting His central role in the cosmic narrative. Carson calls believers to respond with worship and adoration, recognizing Christ's supremacy and victory over evil. He teaches the following: * Why Jesus alone is worthy to open the scroll, signifying His unique authority * Christ’s worthiness to open the scroll signifies His final triumph over sin, evil, and death * How the scroll represents God's sovereign purposes for judgment and redemption * How the Lamb symbolizes complete power and knowledge * Jesus has established universal dominion, making believers a kingdom and priests to serve God * Christ's redemption is not limited to one group, but extends to all peoples, nations, and tongues * The significance of angelic praise of the Lamb, acknowledging His eternal worth * How Christ bridges the gap between God and humanity, fulfilling God's redemptive purposes Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

He Who Sits on the Throne: Unveiling God’s Sovereignty (Revelation 4)

In this lecture, Don Carson delves into Revelation 4, presenting a vivid portrayal of God's throne room. Carson emphasizes the holiness and sovereignty of God, highlighting the worship of celestial beings. Carson underscores the significance of this vision for believers, offering encouragement to remain steadfast and hopeful amidst trials, as it reaffirms God's ultimate authority and divine purpose. He teaches the following: * How God's throne in Heaven symbolizes His supreme authority * How a rainbow encircling the throne symbolizes God's covenant and mercy * The twenty-four elders surrounding the throne represent the redeemed people of God * All things were created by God's will and exist for His pleasure * The repeated proclamation of "Holy, holy, holy" underscores God's absolute purity and separateness * Revelation 4 emphasizes that God reigns over all creation, despite the world’s perspective * How Revelation 4 reminds believers to remain faithful amidst trials * Vivid descriptions in Revelation highlight the transcendence and mystery of God's nature Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.