It is said that you can make the Bible say almost anything you want it to say. In this series of Seven Minute Seminary videos, Dr. Craig Keener walks us through a number of biblical passages that are often ripped out of context and forced to say something the Bible never intended to say. He then illuminates their meaning by simply paying careful attention to the context.
Craig Keener’s landmark two volume set on Miracles offers a comprehensive treatment of the historical issues involved in the reliability of miracle accounts, and in the process, also offers trustworthy accounts of modern-day gifts of healing from God. Included in the interview are Keener’s reflections on the research process, personal stories, and even an account from John Wesley’s journal about divine healing.
The Bible is full of provocative accounts of miraculous healings, signs and wonders that draw people’s hearts back to God. Still, some claim that the spiritual gifts have ceased, or at least the more charismatic gifts have. In today’s Seven Minute Seminary, Craig Keener explores this important teaching.
Was Rebekah a good or bad character in the Bible, especially in light of her deceitfulness? In this video, Dr. Craig Keener explains that considering especially God’s revelation to her regarding Jacob’s assumption of the birthright, on the whole, Rebekah should be understood as a positive character.
Who is the thief that comes to steal, kill, and destroy, according to John 10:10? The answer might surprise you. Watch this video and listen in on Dr. Craig Keener explain the background to this passage.
Did God love the Egyptians when he struck Egypt with plagues? In the larger biblical narrative, the answer is obviously yes. But when reading the Exodus story, its difficult to come to terms with. In this article, Craig Keener explains how and why God loved the Egyptians.
What’s the point of including genealogies in the Bible? Why are they included in the Gospels of Matthew and Luke, and what’s the reason for some of the differences in them? In this Seven Minute Seminary, Dr. Craig Keener explains the function of Jesus’ genealogies.
What was the first Christmas really like? When did the Magi visit Jesus, and how about the shepherds? In this video, Dr. Craig Keener shares historical background that illumines the Christmas story found in the Gospels. He reveals how the Gospels choose to contrast the powerful with the weak and the illuminating parallels between Jesus and Caesar Augustus.
What does the Bible teach about remarriage and divorce? Are there ever exceptions? Dr. Craig Keener leads us in a sensible discussion on a very sensitive and pressing subject. Watch this for information on remarriage and divorce in biblical perspective.
The question of a woman’s role in ministry is a pressing concern for today’s church. It is paramount first, because of our need for the gifts of all the members God has called to serve
Tomorrow is Pentecost Sunday—what did it mean for the early church and their mission? See this resource filmed earlier with Dr. Craig Keener. See our growing playlist of Seven Minute Seminary on our YouTube channel.
Dr. Craig Keener goes through the Gospel of John highlighting all of the water imagery and explaining its significance.
