Conceptions and Misconceptions in Studying the Gospels Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/conceptions-and-misconceptions-in-studying-the-gospels Dr. Dan Gurtner takes on challenging passages and common misconceptions in the Gospels. © 2025 Gateway Seminary 4d64759c-e1cd-5058-9a0b-516085c1a560 no en Tue, 04 Feb 2025 17:11:33 -0800 Tue, 02 Dec 2025 18:29:19 -0800 https://img.transistor.fm/DeeH-8yr_BGv5sHTmgQEcqqdPYFqJvHkiq5w8kPvP7o/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8zMGM3/YWI3NGJkYmY0MmM2/NzI5MjNiOGZlNjI1/Nzg1Yy5qcGc.jpg Conceptions and Misconceptions in Studying the Gospels serial Gateway Seminary Dr. Dan Gurtner takes on challenging passages and common misconceptions in the Gospels. Dr. gospel, gospels, synoptic, bible, matthew, mark, luke, john, misconceptions Gateway Seminary communications@gs.edu Yes No Temptation of Jesus 1 1 Temptation of Jesus full 87120085-b5d6-4ccd-ae81-291a82ac5a1a https://share.transistor.fm/s/79d355bd In this episode, Dr. Gurtner and Tyler talk about the passages in Matthew and Luke in which Jesus is tempted by Satan. They discuss the different nuances and the big picture takeaway from that passage. Dr. Gurtner also shares how we can start to analyze these complicated passages with our own readings.

]]> In this episode, Dr. Gurtner and Tyler talk about the passages in Matthew and Luke in which Jesus is tempted by Satan. They discuss the different nuances and the big picture takeaway from that passage. Dr. Gurtner also shares how we can start to analyze these complicated passages with our own readings.

]]> Sun, 22 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0700 Gateway Seminary Gateway Seminary 2998 In this episode, Dr. Gurtner and Tyler talk about the passages in Matthew and Luke in which Jesus is tempted by Satan. They discuss the different nuances and the big picture takeaway from that passage. Dr. Gurtner also shares how we can start to analyze these complicated passages with our own readings.

]]> gospel, gospels, synoptic, bible, matthew, mark, luke, john, misconceptions No Tyler Sanders Dan Gurtner Courtney McCaa Calming of the Storm 2 2 Calming of the Storm full b67107b5-4124-46c7-af9d-bcb67eaa3a32 https://share.transistor.fm/s/fda6f72a In this episode, Dr. Gurtner and Tyler cover the Calming of the Storm in Matthew 8:23-27. Focus on the method Jesus uses to preform this miracle, in order to help us realize what this passage is trying to tell us; that Jesus is God. When we are reading the Gospels, we can apply its message to our modern context only after we understand what the author was originally telling his readers.

]]> In this episode, Dr. Gurtner and Tyler cover the Calming of the Storm in Matthew 8:23-27. Focus on the method Jesus uses to preform this miracle, in order to help us realize what this passage is trying to tell us; that Jesus is God. When we are reading the Gospels, we can apply its message to our modern context only after we understand what the author was originally telling his readers.

]]> Sun, 29 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0700 Gateway Seminary Gateway Seminary 2050 In this episode, Dr. Gurtner and Tyler cover the Calming of the Storm in Matthew 8:23-27. Focus on the method Jesus uses to preform this miracle, in order to help us realize what this passage is trying to tell us; that Jesus is God. When we are reading the Gospels, we can apply its message to our modern context only after we understand what the author was originally telling his readers.

]]> gospel, gospels, synoptic, bible, matthew, mark, luke, john, misconceptions No Tyler Sanders Dan Gurtner Courtney McCaa Raising of Lazarus 3 3 Raising of Lazarus full 20e4711f-621b-4a38-b385-af9026e86aaa https://share.transistor.fm/s/5fd9e7a6 Dr. Gurtner goes over the Raising of Lazarus in John 11. John often speaks with several levels of meaning; literal, spiritual, and symbolic. Here we see that sometimes we go through physical hardships for our spiritual and eternal wellbeing.

]]> Dr. Gurtner goes over the Raising of Lazarus in John 11. John often speaks with several levels of meaning; literal, spiritual, and symbolic. Here we see that sometimes we go through physical hardships for our spiritual and eternal wellbeing.

]]> Sun, 05 Nov 2023 10:00:00 -0800 Gateway Seminary Gateway Seminary 2423 Dr. Gurtner goes over the Raising of Lazarus in John 11. John often speaks with several levels of meaning; literal, spiritual, and symbolic. Here we see that sometimes we go through physical hardships for our spiritual and eternal wellbeing.

]]> gospel, gospels, synoptic, bible, matthew, mark, luke, john, misconceptions No Tyler Sanders Dan Gurtner Courtney McCaa The Rich Young Ruler in Matthew 19 4 4 The Rich Young Ruler in Matthew 19 full e4f92512-68db-407e-afbe-a4483d12c177 https://share.transistor.fm/s/32aa7090 Dr. Gurtner and Tyler discuss the rich young ruler in Matthew 19 and his willingness to pay the cost of following Christ. They look at the same story in the other Gospels.

]]> Dr. Gurtner and Tyler discuss the rich young ruler in Matthew 19 and his willingness to pay the cost of following Christ. They look at the same story in the other Gospels.

]]> Sun, 12 Nov 2023 10:00:00 -0800 Gateway Seminary Gateway Seminary 2171 Dr. Gurtner and Tyler discuss the rich young ruler in Matthew 19 and his willingness to pay the cost of following Christ. They look at the same story in the other Gospels.

]]> gospel, gospels, synoptic, bible, matthew, mark, luke, john, misconceptions No Tyler Sanders Dan Gurtner Courtney McCaa Purpose of the Parables 5 5 Purpose of the Parables full 38c1e7fe-ac02-48c8-971a-c43ad1275d62 https://share.transistor.fm/s/3525a864 Dr. Gurtner and Tyler talk about the purpose of parables. Parables teach disciples about the kingdom of God, they call people to make a decision, and they are also a statement of judgement. Knowing the context of a parable can help you acquire a deeper understanding.

https://www.christianbook.com/interpreting-the-parables-craig-blomberg/9780830839674/pd/839674

]]> Dr. Gurtner and Tyler talk about the purpose of parables. Parables teach disciples about the kingdom of God, they call people to make a decision, and they are also a statement of judgement. Knowing the context of a parable can help you acquire a deeper understanding.

https://www.christianbook.com/interpreting-the-parables-craig-blomberg/9780830839674/pd/839674

]]> Sun, 19 Nov 2023 10:00:00 -0800 Gateway Seminary Gateway Seminary 2223 Dr. Gurtner and Tyler talk about the purpose of parables. Parables teach disciples about the kingdom of God, they call people to make a decision, and they are also a statement of judgement. Knowing the context of a parable can help you acquire a deeper understanding.

https://www.christianbook.com/interpreting-the-parables-craig-blomberg/9780830839674/pd/839674

]]> gospel, gospels, synoptic, bible, matthew, mark, luke, john, misconceptions No Tyler Sanders Dan Gurtner Courtney McCaa Peter's Confession 6 6 Peter's Confession full 8e555b62-b78b-443d-9565-36d3dcfe1591 https://share.transistor.fm/s/1c3a09b0 The confession of Peter begins with the question; who is Jesus? This is the first time in Mark's Gospel that someone admits Jesus is the Christ. Jesus then defines who the Christ is and what He does. What does Peter's reaction and the context of this passage mean for us today?

]]> The confession of Peter begins with the question; who is Jesus? This is the first time in Mark's Gospel that someone admits Jesus is the Christ. Jesus then defines who the Christ is and what He does. What does Peter's reaction and the context of this passage mean for us today?

]]> Sun, 26 Nov 2023 10:00:00 -0800 Gateway Seminary Gateway Seminary 1405 The confession of Peter begins with the question; who is Jesus? This is the first time in Mark's Gospel that someone admits Jesus is the Christ. Jesus then defines who the Christ is and what He does. What does Peter's reaction and the context of this passage mean for us today?

]]> gospel, gospels, synoptic, bible, matthew, mark, luke, john, misconceptions No Tyler Sanders Dan Gurtner Courtney McCaa Paralytic in Luke 7 7 Paralytic in Luke full 0f000769-6ba9-40be-a315-a5589219d7b4 https://share.transistor.fm/s/d380a8f2 In this episode, Dr. Gurtner and Tyler talk about the healing of a paralyzed man in Luke chapter 5. What is easier to say, your sins are forgiven or get up and walk? The Son of Man has the authority to do both. Take the time to slow down and read the Bible to really understand what the passages are trying to tell you.

]]> In this episode, Dr. Gurtner and Tyler talk about the healing of a paralyzed man in Luke chapter 5. What is easier to say, your sins are forgiven or get up and walk? The Son of Man has the authority to do both. Take the time to slow down and read the Bible to really understand what the passages are trying to tell you.

]]> Sun, 03 Dec 2023 10:00:00 -0800 Gateway Seminary Gateway Seminary 1633 In this episode, Dr. Gurtner and Tyler talk about the healing of a paralyzed man in Luke chapter 5. What is easier to say, your sins are forgiven or get up and walk? The Son of Man has the authority to do both. Take the time to slow down and read the Bible to really understand what the passages are trying to tell you.

]]> gospel, gospels, synoptic, bible, matthew, mark, luke, john, misconceptions No Tyler Sanders Dan Gurtner Courtney McCaa Transfiguration 8 8 Transfiguration full 0ecf45d5-ed2d-4afc-992b-aaeea2459dc6 https://share.transistor.fm/s/d442f38d Dr. Gurtner talks about the accounts of the Transfiguration that are found in Matthew, Mark, and Luke's Gospels. Did you know that 'transfigured' means looked different or transformed? Dr. Gurtner helps us unpack what is happening to Jesus in this passage and what the gospel authors are trying to tell their readers.

]]> Dr. Gurtner talks about the accounts of the Transfiguration that are found in Matthew, Mark, and Luke's Gospels. Did you know that 'transfigured' means looked different or transformed? Dr. Gurtner helps us unpack what is happening to Jesus in this passage and what the gospel authors are trying to tell their readers.

]]> Sun, 10 Dec 2023 10:00:00 -0800 Gateway Seminary Gateway Seminary 2150 Dr. Gurtner talks about the accounts of the Transfiguration that are found in Matthew, Mark, and Luke's Gospels. Did you know that 'transfigured' means looked different or transformed? Dr. Gurtner helps us unpack what is happening to Jesus in this passage and what the gospel authors are trying to tell their readers.

]]> gospel, gospels, synoptic, bible, matthew, mark, luke, john, misconceptions No Tyler Sanders Dan Gurtner Courtney McCaa Mark's Longer Ending - Textual Criticism 9 9 Mark's Longer Ending - Textual Criticism full a7e44cff-76dd-4c7a-a669-701539e301c8 https://share.transistor.fm/s/dbf28bca In this episode, Dr. Gurtner and Tyler tackle Mark chapter 16. This passage ends in a strange way that has confused scholars for a very long time. Does the longer ending of Mark belong in our Bibles? What are we supposed to do with that information? Dr. Gurtner explains how textual criticism, or a discipline of studying the Bible, can be helpful in this situation.

Dr. Gurtner's book recommendation: https://press.princeton.edu/books/hardcover/9780691169880/to-cast-the-first-stone

]]> In this episode, Dr. Gurtner and Tyler tackle Mark chapter 16. This passage ends in a strange way that has confused scholars for a very long time. Does the longer ending of Mark belong in our Bibles? What are we supposed to do with that information? Dr. Gurtner explains how textual criticism, or a discipline of studying the Bible, can be helpful in this situation.

Dr. Gurtner's book recommendation: https://press.princeton.edu/books/hardcover/9780691169880/to-cast-the-first-stone

]]> Sun, 17 Dec 2023 10:00:00 -0800 Gateway Seminary Gateway Seminary 2271 In this episode, Dr. Gurtner and Tyler tackle Mark chapter 16. This passage ends in a strange way that has confused scholars for a very long time. Does the longer ending of Mark belong in our Bibles? What are we supposed to do with that information? Dr. Gurtner explains how textual criticism, or a discipline of studying the Bible, can be helpful in this situation.

Dr. Gurtner's book recommendation: https://press.princeton.edu/books/hardcover/9780691169880/to-cast-the-first-stone

]]> gospel, gospels, synoptic, bible, matthew, mark, luke, john, misconceptions No Tyler Sanders Dan Gurtner Courtney McCaa The Lord's Prayer 10 10 The Lord's Prayer full cf21d952-c77d-4561-8ebf-f150cfd17664 https://share.transistor.fm/s/d6591086 In the final episode of Conceptions and Misconceptions, Dr. Gurtner and Tyler continue the conversation on textual criticism. They talk about the differences in the Lord's Prayer found in Matthew 6:13 between the ESV and the King James version. The recitation of this prayer goes back hundreds of years in early church history. How does that extra bit not in that passage get added on to the prayer you memorized in Sunday school?

]]> In the final episode of Conceptions and Misconceptions, Dr. Gurtner and Tyler continue the conversation on textual criticism. They talk about the differences in the Lord's Prayer found in Matthew 6:13 between the ESV and the King James version. The recitation of this prayer goes back hundreds of years in early church history. How does that extra bit not in that passage get added on to the prayer you memorized in Sunday school?

]]> Sun, 17 Dec 2023 18:00:00 -0800 Gateway Seminary Gateway Seminary 1724 In the final episode of Conceptions and Misconceptions, Dr. Gurtner and Tyler continue the conversation on textual criticism. They talk about the differences in the Lord's Prayer found in Matthew 6:13 between the ESV and the King James version. The recitation of this prayer goes back hundreds of years in early church history. How does that extra bit not in that passage get added on to the prayer you memorized in Sunday school?

]]> gospel, gospels, synoptic, bible, matthew, mark, luke, john, misconceptions No Tyler Sanders Dan Gurtner Courtney McCaa