Biblically Speaking

Cassian Bellino
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Do you every wish you could raise your hand in church to clarify what the pastor just said? Do you need more context? I felt the same way. So I sat down with PhDs, theologians, and scholars and hit "Record." Biblically Speaking is for curious Christians seeking clear answers to big Bible questions. Each episode unpacks Scripture in context so you can understand the Word as if you were there when it happended, making the Bible easier to understand and God easier to know and love. If you're looking to grow in faith with real insights and a fresh perspective, this podcast is your guide.

  1. JAN 20

    #85 Understanding Original Translations of Your Favorite Scriptures + Dr. Kevin Grasso

    What do these verses actually say in Hebrew and Greek? How “rulers,” “authorities,” and “cosmic powers” function in Paul’s Second Temple worldview? How does this affect how Christians talk about power, evil, and resistance? Support this show!! : https://www.bibspeak.com/#donate Grab your free gift: the top 10 most misunderstood Biblical verses: https://info.bibspeak.com/10-verses-clarified Join the newsletter (I only send 2 emails a week): https://www.bibspeak.com/#newsletter Shop Dwell L'abel 15% off using the discount code BIBSPEAK15 https://go.dwell-label.com/bibspeak Download Logos Bible Software for your own personal study: http://logos.com/biblicallyspeaking Sign up for Riverside: https://www.riverside.fm/?utm_campaig... Use Manychat to automate a quick DM! It’s great for sending links fast. https://manychat.partnerlinks.io/nd14879vojab Stan.Store—way better than Linktree! It lets me share links, grow my email list, and host all my podcast stuff in one place. https://join.stan.store/biblicallyspeaking Support this show!! : https://www.bibspeak.com/#donate Dr. Kevin Grasso is a biblical scholar, author, and linguist. He holds a PhD in Hebrew Language from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, as well as an MA in Linguistics (focusing on the Biblical Hebrew verbal system) and an MA in Comparative Religion (focusing on Paul and second temple Judaism). His academic work has appeared in leading journals and edited volumes, where he applies theoretical linguistics to exegetical problems. His current research focus is on the Messiah, law, faith, and justification in Paul's letters. Alongside his academic career, Kevin is the co-founder and CEO of Biblingo, an innovative and effective way to learn biblical Greek and Hebrew. One cool thing about Kevin is that he can actually speak biblical Greek and Hebrew conversationally (something very few people - even scholars - can do). He lived in Israel for several years and knows a lot about the original languages and culture of the Bible. Download the Biblingo App Now: https://biblingo.com/ Recommended reading inspired by this episode: 📘 How to Read the Bible for All Its Worth — Gordon Fee & Douglas Stuart https://www.amazon.com/How-Read-Bible-All-Worth/dp/0310517826 📘 The Unseen Realm — Michael S. Heiser https://www.amazon.com/Unseen-Realm-Recovering-Supernatural-Worldview/dp/1577995562 📘 Misreading Scripture with Western Eyes — Richards & O’Brien https://www.amazon.com/Misreading-Scripture-Western-Eyes-Understand/dp/0830837825 Follow Biblically Speaking on Instagram and Spotify! https://www.instagram.com/thisisbiblicallyspeaking/ https://open.spotify.com/show/1OBPaQj...

    1h 8m

  2. JAN 13

    #84 A Scholar Puts Revelation into Context + Dr Jon Paulien

    What errors do Christians make when they read Revelation 13 without Daniel 7? Could Revelation even be understood correctly without knowing the Old Testament? How does recognizing Old Testament connections make Revelation more coherent and less intimidating? Support this show!! : https://www.bibspeak.com/#donate Grab your free gift: the top 10 most misunderstood Biblical verses: https://info.bibspeak.com/10-verses-clarified Join the newsletter (I only send 2 emails a week): https://www.bibspeak.com/#newsletter Shop Dwell L'abel 15% off using the discount code BIBSPEAK15 https://go.dwell-label.com/bibspeak Download Logos Bible Software for your own personal study: http://logos.com/biblicallyspeaking Sign up for Riverside: https://www.riverside.fm/?utm_campaig... Use Manychat to automate a quick DM! It’s great for sending links fast. https://manychat.partnerlinks.io/nd14879vojab Stan.Store—way better than Linktree! It lets me share links, grow my email list, and host all my podcast stuff in one place. https://join.stan.store/biblicallyspeaking Support this show!! : https://www.bibspeak.com/#donate Dr. Jon Paulien is Professor of New Testament and Dean of the School of Religion at Loma Linda University. He specializes in the study of the Johannine literature in the New Testament (Gospel of John and book of Revelation) and the intersection of faith with contemporary culture. He is the author of over 25 books, including Everlasting Gospel, Ever-Changing World: Introducing Jesus to a Skeptical Generation; John: The Beloved Gospel; The Day That Changed the World: Seeking God after September 11; and Everyday Faith: How to Have an Authentic Relationship with God in the Real World. Several of his books have been translated into Russian, Japanese, Chinese, Czech, Slovak, German, Latvian, Portuguese, and other languages. Dr. Paulien has also written over 100 articles (appearing in journals including Ministry, the Journal of Biblical Literature, Andrews University Seminary St9udies, and the Adventist Review), scholarly papers, and other publications. He has taught and presented in several countries and takes special delight in presenting his material to non-specialists who can put it to practical use in the real world. A graduate of Atlantic Union College (BA) and Andrews University (MDiv, PhD), Dr. Paulien enjoys traveling, playing golf, and spending time with his wife Pamella and their three children. Recommended reading by Dr. Jon Paulien: 📘 Decoding Revelation’s Trumpets — Jon Paulien https://www.amazon.com/Decoding-Revelations-Trumpets-Allusions-Interpretation/dp/0943872448 📘 The Deep Things of God — Jon Paulien https://www.amazon.com/Deep-Things-God-Jon-Paulien/dp/082801812X 📘 Revelation for Everyone — N. T. Wright https://www.amazon.com/Revelation-Everyone-New-Testament/dp/066422797X Follow Biblically Speaking on Instagram and Spotify! https://www.instagram.com/thisisbiblicallyspeaking/ https://open.spotify.com/show/1OBPaQj...

    1h 5m

  3. JAN 6

    #83 Your body is not the enemy, sin is + Dr. Kelly Kapic

    How does lack of sleep, food, touch, or rest distort spiritual life? Why do Christians feel shame about their physical needs? What is the difference between disordered desire and embodied longing? Support this show!! : https://www.bibspeak.com/#donate Grab your free gift: the top 10 most misunderstood Biblical verses: https://info.bibspeak.com/10-verses-clarified Join the newsletter (I only send 2 emails a week): https://www.bibspeak.com/#newsletter Shop Dwell L'abel 15% off using the discount code BIBSPEAK15 https://go.dwell-label.com/bibspeak Download Logos Bible Software for your own personal study: http://logos.com/biblicallyspeaking Sign up for Riverside: https://www.riverside.fm/?utm_campaig... Use Manychat to automate a quick DM! It’s great for sending links fast. https://manychat.partnerlinks.io/nd14879vojab Stan.Store—way better than Linktree! It lets me share links, grow my email list, and host all my podcast stuff in one place. https://join.stan.store/biblicallyspeaking Support this show!! : https://www.bibspeak.com/#donate Kelly M. Kapic (PhD, King’s College London) is the Honorary Professor of Theology and Culture at Covenant College, where he has taught since 2001. He loves teaching at Covenant, pouring into his students and working alongside his faithful colleagues as they serve together at this unique and wonderful College atop Lookout Mountain. Little fills Kapic with more joy than teaching and mentoring his College students. Kelly and Tabitha Kapic were both originally Californians, but after getting married in 1993 they spent a few years outside of Chicago and then three years in Orlando before moving overseas. During their years in London they both completed further degrees while Tabitha also worked at the US Embassy. Since 2001 they have lived on Lookout Mountain, GA. Kelly teaches at Covenant College and Tabitha works at the Chalmers Center. They have two adult children, Jonathan and Margot Kapic. Recommended reading inspired by Dr. Kapic: 📘 You’re Only Human — Kelly Kapic https://www.amazon.com/Youre-Only-Human-Limits-Reflect/dp/1587435101 📘 Embodied Hope — Kelly Kapic https://www.amazon.com/Embodied-Hope-Theological-Meditation-Suffering/dp/0830851798 📘 Desiring the Kingdom — James K. A. Smith https://www.amazon.com/Desiring-Kingdom-Worldview-Formation-Liturgies/dp/0801035775 Follow Biblically Speaking on Instagram and Spotify! https://www.instagram.com/thisisbiblicallyspeaking/ https://open.spotify.com/show/1OBPaQj...

    1h 1m

  4. 12/23/2025

    #82 the Nativity Icon Tells the Whole Story of Christmas + Father Michael Butler

    What is the icon communicating by drawing that parallel between His birth and His death? The icon shows Christ born in a cave, not a stable. What’s the significance of that setting? There are midwives in the icon, even though they don’t appear in the Gospel narratives. Why are they included? Support this show!! : https://www.bibspeak.com/#donate Grab your free gift: the top 10 most misunderstood Biblical verses: https://info.bibspeak.com/10-verses-clarified Join the newsletter (I only send 2 emails a week): https://www.bibspeak.com/#newsletter Shop Dwell L'abel 15% off using the discount code BIBSPEAK15 https://go.dwell-label.com/bibspeak Download Logos Bible Software for your own personal study: http://logos.com/biblicallyspeaking Sign up for Riverside: https://www.riverside.fm/?utm_campaig... Use Manychat to automate a quick DM! It’s great for sending links fast. https://manychat.partnerlinks.io/nd14879vojab Stan.Store—way better than Linktree! It lets me share links, grow my email list, and host all my podcast stuff in one place. https://join.stan.store/biblicallyspeaking Support this show!! : https://www.bibspeak.com/#donate Rev'd Archpriest Michael Butler has been a priest for 30 years, serving parishes in Michigan and Ohio. He has a BA in archetypal psychology, an MA in theology, and a PhD in church history & patristics. He has taught at university and trained men for the diaconate. He has worked with the Foundation for Research in Economics and the Environment (Bozeman, MT), the Liberty Fund (Indianapolis, IN), and the Acton Institute (Grand Rapids, MI) on interdisciplinary work in environmentalism, economics, religion, literature, philosophy, politics, social justice, and natural law. For 30 years he has been interested in men’s work, especially in the areas of rites of passage, masculine archetypes, sacred space/time, and initiation. He is always looking for ways that traditional Orthodox psychology, spirituality, and practice can help everyone today become the best they can be. He is married to Annette, his wife of 40 years, and has two grown sons. When he's not at home, or at church, or in conversation with someone over coffee, he'll likely be at the gym, pumping iron. Recommended reading from Fr. Michael Butler : 📘 The Meaning of Icons — Leonid Ouspensky https://archive.org/details/meaningoficons0000ousp 📘 The Orthodox Way — Kallistos Ware - https://archive.org/details/orthodoxway0000kall 📘 The Festal Icons — Aidan Hart https://www.amazon.com/Festal-Icons-History-Aidan-Hart/dp/0852449496 Follow Biblically Speaking on Instagram and Spotify! https://www.instagram.com/thisisbiblicallyspeaking/ https://open.spotify.com/show/1OBPaQj...

    56 min

  5. 12/16/2025

    #81 Understanding the Case for Miracles + Lee Strobel

    Are miracles still happening today — or did they end in the Bible? Why do some healings seem impossible to explain medically? Why would a former atheist stake his reputation on the supernatural? Support this show!! : https://www.bibspeak.com/#donate Grab your free gift: the top 10 most misunderstood Biblical verses: https://info.bibspeak.com/10-verses-clarified Join the newsletter (I only send 2 emails a week): https://www.bibspeak.com/#newsletter Shop Dwell L'abel 15% off using the discount code BIBSPEAK15 https://go.dwell-label.com/bibspeak Download Logos Bible Software for your own personal study: http://logos.com/biblicallyspeaking Sign up for Riverside: https://www.riverside.fm/?utm_campaig... Use Manychat to automate a quick DM! It’s great for sending links fast. https://manychat.partnerlinks.io/nd14879vojab Stan.Store—way better than Linktree! It lets me share links, grow my email list, and host all my podcast stuff in one place. https://join.stan.store/biblicallyspeaking Support this show!! : https://www.bibspeak.com/#donate Atheist-turned-Christian Lee Strobel, the former award-winning legal editor of The Chicago Tribune, is a New York Times best-selling author of more than 40 books and curricula that have sold 18 million copies worldwide. His books have received more than 25,000 five-star reviews on Amazon and have been translated into 40 languages. Lee was described in the Washington Post as “one of the evangelical community’s most popular apologists.” He was educated at the University of Missouri (Bachelor of Journalism degree) and Yale Law School (Master of Studies in Law degree). He was a journalist for fourteen years at The Chicago Tribune and other newspapers, winning Illinois’ highest honors for both investigative reporting and public service journalism from United Press International. After probing the evidence for Jesus for nearly two years, Lee became a Christian in 1981. He subsequently became a teaching pastor at three of America’s largest churches and hosted the weekly national network TV program Faith Under Fire. In addition, he taught First Amendment law at Roosevelt University and was Professor of Christian Thought at Houston Baptist University. In 2017, Lee’s spiritual journey was depicted in an award-winning motion picture, The Case for Christ, which showed in theaters around the world. Lee won national awards for his books The Case for Christ, The Case for Faith, The Case for a Creator, and The Case for Grace. His latest books are The Case for Miracles, The Case for Heaven, Is God Real? and Seeing the Supernatural, which debuted on the New York Times bestsellers list. In 2023, he was honored with the Pillar Award for History from the Museum of the Bible. Lee and Leslie have been married for more than 52 years. Their daughter, Alison, is a novelist and homeschooling expert, and their son, Kyle, is a professor of spiritual theology at the Talbot School of Theology at Biola University. Buy your tickets here: https://www.fathomentertainment.com/releases/the-case-for-miracles/ Recommended reading from Lee Strobel : 📘 The Case for Christ - https://www.amazon.com/Case-Christ-Journalists-Personal-Investigation/dp/0310209307 📘 The Case for Miracles - https://www.amazon.com/Case-Miracles-Journalist-Investigates-Supernatural/dp/0310259185 📘 Seeing the Supernatural - https://www.amazon.com/Seeing-Supernatural-Investigating-Near-Death-Encounters/dp/0310369061 Follow Biblically Speaking on Instagram and Spotify! https://www.instagram.com/thisisbiblicallyspeaking/ https://open.spotify.com/show/1OBPaQj...

    20 min

  6. 12/09/2025

    #80 Are There Gaps in the Genealogies? Solving Jesus’ Family Tree + Dr. Robert Carter”

    Are There Gaps in the Genealogies? Why isn’t the Bible written in order? Why does the Bible skip generations on purpose? Support this show!! : https://www.bibspeak.com/#donate Grab your free gift: the top 10 most misunderstood Biblical verses: https://info.bibspeak.com/10-verses-clarified Join the newsletter (I only send 2 emails a week): https://www.bibspeak.com/#newsletter Shop Dwell L'abel 15% off using the discount code BIBSPEAK15 https://go.dwell-label.com/bibspeak Download Logos Bible Software for your own personal study: http://logos.com/biblicallyspeaking Sign up for Riverside: https://www.riverside.fm/?utm_campaig... Use Manychat to automate a quick DM! It’s great for sending links fast. https://manychat.partnerlinks.io/nd14879vojab Stan.Store—way better than Linktree! It lets me share links, grow my email list, and host all my podcast stuff in one place. https://join.stan.store/biblicallyspeaking Support this show!! : https://www.bibspeak.com/#donate Dr. Robert Carter holds a Ph.D. in Marine Science from the University of Miami, where he was awarded the Maytag Doctoral Fellowship. He has conducted extensive research in marine ecology and genetic engineering, contributing to the development of protocols for cloning fluorescent proteins. Dr. Carter's work led to the creation of transgenic zebrafish and a patented gene licensed to Promega, Inc. He also has a background in human genetics and has worked on research projects published in both secular and faith-based journals. Dr. Carter is a member of the Creation Research Society and Logos Research Associates. Recommended reading from Dr. Carter: Recommended reading from (and inspired by) Dr. Robert Carter: 📘 Adam and the Genome Debate — Robert Carter https://www.patternsofevidence.com/2025/09/19/part-2-genetics-and-evidence-for-creation-with-dr-rob-carter/ 📘 Biblical Genealogies: History, Structure, and Purpose https://biblehub.com/topical/u/understanding_genealogies.htm 📘 Genetics and the Truth of Scripture — Robert Carter https://biblicalgenetics.com/ Follow Biblically Speaking on Instagram and Spotify! https://www.instagram.com/thisisbiblicallyspeaking/ https://open.spotify.com/show/1OBPaQj...

    1h 8m

  7. 12/02/2025

    #79 The Messiah Hidden in Plain Sight: Why Israel Missed Jesus + Dr Eric Tully

    Were prophets more like poets or dramatists — artists communicating divine truth? How did they balance communicating God’s message faithfully without losing people in the metaphor? Why were these people treated like this? If they were speaking God’s words, why did everyone hate them for it? Support this show!! : https://www.bibspeak.com/#donate Grab your free gift: the top 10 most misunderstood Biblical verses: https://info.bibspeak.com/10-verses-clarified Join the newsletter (I only send 2 emails a week): https://www.bibspeak.com/#newsletter Shop Dwell L'abel 15% off using the discount code BIBSPEAK15 https://go.dwell-label.com/bibspeak Download Logos Bible Software for your own personal study: http://logos.com/biblicallyspeaking Sign up for Riverside: https://www.riverside.fm/?utm_campaig... Use Manychat to automate a quick DM! It’s great for sending links fast. https://manychat.partnerlinks.io/nd14879vojab Stan.Store—way better than Linktree! It lets me share links, grow my email list, and host all my podcast stuff in one place. https://join.stan.store/biblicallyspeaking Support this show!! : https://www.bibspeak.com/#donate Dr. Eric Tully is an assistant professor of Old Testament and Semitic languages at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School in Deerfield, Illinois. He’s passionate about preaching the Old Testament and helping those in the church interpret and proclaim it with competence and confidence. His research interests include textual-criticism and translation studies, Hebrew linguistics, and prophetic literature. He’s currently preparing his dissertation for publication, entitled “The Translation and the Translator of the Peshitta of Hosea,” and is working on several other forthcoming writing projects. Eric and his wife, Traci, have two daughters. Recommended reading from Dr. Tully: 📘 Reading the Prophets as Christian Scripture — Eric Tully - https://www.amazon.com/Reading-Prophets-Christian-Scripture-Introduction/dp/0801099730 📘 The Prophets and the Promise — O. T. Allis https://ia601607.us.archive.org/1/items/prophetsandprom00beecgoog/prophetsandprom00beecgoog.pdf 📘 The Message of the Prophets — J. Daniel Hays - https://www.amazon.com/Message-Prophets-Prophetic-Apocalyptic-Testament/dp/0310271525 Follow Biblically Speaking on Instagram and Spotify! https://www.instagram.com/thisisbiblicallyspeaking/ https://open.spotify.com/show/1OBPaQj...

    1 hr

  8. 11/18/2025

    #78 The Untold Story of How the Church Actually Began + Dr. Joshua Jipp

    How did the early church grow so rapidly without buildings, budgets, or branding? Was the early church more inclusive than many traditions have allowed since? How and when did Sunday gatherings become the norm—and is that biblically mandated or culturally developed? Support this show!! : https://www.bibspeak.com/#donate Grab your free gift: the top 10 most misunderstood Biblical verses: https://info.bibspeak.com/10-verses-clarified Join the newsletter (I only send 2 emails a week): https://www.bibspeak.com/#newsletter Shop Dwell L'abel 15% off using the discount code BIBSPEAK15 https://go.dwell-label.com/bibspeak Download Logos Bible Software for your own personal study: http://logos.com/biblicallyspeaking Sign up for Riverside: https://www.riverside.fm/?utm_campaig... Use Manychat to automate a quick DM! It’s great for sending links fast. https://manychat.partnerlinks.io/nd14879vojab Stan.Store—way better than Linktree! It lets me share links, grow my email list, and host all my podcast stuff in one place. https://join.stan.store/biblicallyspeaking Support this show!! : https://www.bibspeak.com/#donate Dr. Jipp has taught New Testament in a variety of settings, including as a Teaching Fellow at TEDS, before joining the faculty at Trinity. He has published essays in Themelios, Journal of Theological Interpretation, Journal for the Study of the New Testament, Catholic Biblical Quarterly, Bulletin of Biblical Research, New Testament Studies, Horizons in Biblical Theology, Journal of Biblical Literature, and Journal of Theological Studies.He loves reading novels, playing all kinds of sports (esp. baseball) with his kids, being outdoors, listening to music, and having great conversations with his wife. Recommended reading from Dr. Jipp: 📘 Reading Acts: A Literary and Theological Commentary — Joshua Jipp - https://www.perlego.com/book/882818/reading-acts-pdf 📘 God’s Acts in History — Joshua Jipp https://www.amazon.com/Gods-Acts-Israel-Gentiles-Christians/dp/0802883788 📘 Pauline Theology as a Way of Life — Joshua Jipp - https://www.amazon.com/Pauline-Theology-Way-Life-Flourishing/dp/1540965724 Follow Biblically Speaking on Instagram and Spotify! https://www.instagram.com/thisisbiblicallyspeaking/ https://open.spotify.com/show/1OBPaQj...

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Do you every wish you could raise your hand in church to clarify what the pastor just said? Do you need more context? I felt the same way. So I sat down with PhDs, theologians, and scholars and hit "Record." Biblically Speaking is for curious Christians seeking clear answers to big Bible questions. Each episode unpacks Scripture in context so you can understand the Word as if you were there when it happended, making the Bible easier to understand and God easier to know and love. If you're looking to grow in faith with real insights and a fresh perspective, this podcast is your guide.

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  • Creator
    Cassian Bellino
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    102
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Cassian Bellino
  • Show Website
    Biblically Speaking

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