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In this season two finale, Denver and Taylor reflect on the last 14 episodes and also share about the topics they are currently researching. Denver is studying the Transfiguration of Jesus and its impact on Peter, James, and John. What was the significance of this bizarre experience? And why did Moses and Elijah show up for it?

Taylor has been spurred on by our conversation with Spencer Owen to dig even deeper into the concept of atonement.  He briefly discusses the term “atonement” and how it relates to the sacrifices outlined in Leviticus. Where did this English word “at-one-ment” even come from?

Write us at learninglaborers@gmail.com to let us know what your favorite episode of Season Two was. We also welcome suggestions for future episode topics or guests! Thank you for listening and being a part of this learning journey with us!

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The Transfiguration of Christ (Patrick Schreiner)
This is My Beloved Son (Andreas Andreopoulos)
Lamb of the Free (Andrew Rillera)

Continuing our conversation with Spencer Owen, Denver and Taylor discuss the atonement and the implications our theories of atonement have on how we view God, salvation, and our own discipleship to Jesus.

Spencer provides several resources if you are interested in hearing more.


A Journey through the World of Leviticus by Mark Scarlata
Welcoming Gifts by Father Jeremy Davis
The Day the Revolution Began by NT Wright
Lamb of the Free by Andrew Rillera

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What is the significance of Jesus' death? What exactly happens on the cross?

These and other questions related to Jesus' death and the idea of "atonement" are tackled in this episode. Denver and Taylor have a conversation with Spencer Owen, and the focus is on a close reading of Isaiah 53. We seek to understand how Jesus' death is conceptualized and given significance by the authors of the Bible.

This is a two-part episode, so stay tuned for the next episode.

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What does trinitarian theology have to do with prayer? How can we inspire our communities of faith to engage in movements of prayer? What does it look like to pray the Scriptures?

In this episode, Denver and Taylor have a delightful chat with the passionate Sam McVay. Sam is keen to explore trinitarian theology - not just on a theoretical level, but also as it relates to the nitty-gritty, everyday life of the church, and especially the church’s prayer life. Sam walks us through a variety of subjects, including the relational dynamics of the trinity, the importance of theologically-centered prayer in the life of the Church, the practice of praying the Scriptures, the primary place of the Lord’s Prayer, and ways to help believers get excited about an hour-long prayer meeting!

Sam McVay is the founder and president of Disciple Nations, a ministry support network based in Wichita, Kansas which seeks to encourage and equip ministry leaders who engage in prayer and disciple-making initiatives. Be sure to check out the Lord’s Prayer App, along with other resources mentioned in the episode:


Delighting in the Trinity (Michael Reeves)


Praying Like Monks, Living Like Fools (Tyler Staton)


Answering God (Eugene Peterson)


Destined for the Throne (Paul Billheimer)


Praying the Bible (Donald S. Whitney)



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Should our eschatology make us fearful or hopeful? Is there any Scriptural evidence for some kind of coming Rapture event? How should we approach the difficult and complex topic of Last Things?



In this episode, Taylor and Denver sit down with Dr. Matthew Halstead to talk about his new book, ⁠The End of the World as You Know It: What the Bible Really Says about the End Times (And Why It's Good News)⁠. Matthew is a superb guide into all things eschatological, bringing a wealth of Scriptural knowledge, but also a pastor's heart to approach this conversation with humility and charity. Whatever your particular views on the end times, we think you will really enjoy hearing from Matthew's perspective.



Matthew is the Associate Professor of Biblical Studies at Eternity Bible College and also authored ⁠Paul and the Meaning of Scripture⁠.


⁠Surprised by Hope⁠ (N.T. Wright)
⁠Reading Revelation Responsibly⁠ (Michael J. Gorman)
⁠The Rise and Fall of Dispensationalism⁠ (Daniel G. Hummel)
⁠The NIV Application Commentary: Revelation⁠ (Craig S. Keener)
⁠Unholy Allegiances⁠ (David A. DeSilva)
⁠Discovering Revelation⁠ (David A. DeSilva)
⁠Apocalypse and Allegiance⁠ (J. Nelson Kraybill)
⁠Tyndale New Testament Commentary: Revelation⁠ (Ian Paul)

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What is the Apocrypha? Why is it included in some Bibles and not in others? Is it safe for an evangelical Protestant to read these “hidden” books?!

Denver and Taylor sit down with Matthew McBirth to discuss these questions and others related to the study of Second Temple Jewish literature. Matthew is a Professor of Bible and Ministry at Ozark Christian College in Joplin, Missouri. In this episode, Matthew does a great job explaining why it is so important for students of the Bible to be familiar with works like those found in the Apocrypha, and how this knowledge can enhance their understanding of Scripture within its ancient context.

Here are links to the fantastic resources that Matthew and Taylor mentioned towards the end of the episode:

Origin of the Bible (Philip W. Comfort, ed.)

Introducing the Apocrypha (David DeSilva)

David DeSilva YouTube Video

The Old Testament Pseudepigrapha (James H. Charlesworth, ed.)

Discovering Second Temple Literature (Malka Z. Simkovich)

Malka Simkovich OnScript Episode

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