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Modern Mind, Ancient Book

Roger Ferguson, Host and Biblical Scholar

Welcome to Modern Mind, Ancient Book, a podcast that bridges the past and the present. Join us as we delve into the rich stories, philosophies, and cultural contexts of books from the Bible. Learn with us the mystery of how the Bible can still speak to us today. This podcast is crafted for seekers of wisdom, knowledge, truth, and the secrets of God. Modern Mind, Ancient Book offers a journey into the past with a fresh, modern perspective finding meaning in ancient valuable literary masterpieces

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34:04

The Mystery of Christ Revealed: Understanding...

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2025/12/09

Send us a text Reach out to us at: modernmindancientbook.org Step inside the world of Colossians, a letter written to a small but influential church wrestling with false teaching, identity, and culture. In this episode, we explore the authorship of Paul, the place and context of his imprisonment, the recipients living in the city of Colossae, and the mid-first-century setting that shaped this powerful New Testament book. We unpack the central message of Colossians—the supremacy of Christ, the...

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33:26

A Gentile’s View of God’s Mission: Exploring the...

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2025/12/01

Send us a text Check us out at: modernmindancientbook.orgWho really wrote the New Testament book of Acts—and why does it matter? In this episode, we explore the evidence that a Gentile physician, Luke, carefully investigated, compiled, and wrote this foundational historical account. We walk through the author’s identity, the place of authorship, the original recipients, and the likely date of writing. From the explosive spread of the gospel to the guidance of the Holy Spirit, Acts gives us a ...

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23:03

The Gospel of Luke: Eyewitness Truth, Historical...

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2025/11/24

Send us a text Step inside one of the most detailed and carefully investigated books of the New Testament. The Gospel of Luke is more than a biography of Jesus—it is a historian’s masterpiece crafted by a meticulous writer, medical thinker, traveler, and companion of Paul. In this episode we explore Luke’s authorship, the historical and cultural context of his writing, and why his orderly account stands out as a foundational anchor for understanding Jesus’ life, ministry, death, and resurrect...

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25:10

The Gospel of Matthew: Eyewitness to the King — Date,...

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2025/11/17

Send us a text Step into the world of the first Gospel. In this episode of Modern Mind, Ancient Book, we uncover the historical and spiritual foundation of the Book of Matthew — exploring when it was written, who authored it, and why it stands as a bridge between ancient prophecy and the life of Jesus the Messiah. Discover how Matthew’s Gospel connects the Law, the Prophets, and the life of Christ — revealing Jesus as both the long-awaited King and the fulfillment of Israel’s story. With in...

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38:32

Romans Revealed: The Gospel of Grace & Faith

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2025/11/10

Send us a text Before diving into the chapters of Romans, this opening episode lays the foundation for understanding why this letter stands at the heart of Christian theology. Discover who Paul wrote to, why he wrote, and how the message of grace through faith can reshape your understanding of God’s righteousness and your relationship with Him today.

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Paul’s Letter to Corinth: A Deep-Dive into 2 Corinthians

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2025/11/03

Send us a text Join us on this podcast as we unpack the book of 2 Corinthians — exploring the authorship of the apostle Paul the Apostle, the historical date and place of writing (mid-50s A.D., Macedonia) and the rich, practical meaning of this powerful letter. We dig into how Paul wrote to the church in Corinth (and the surrounding region of Achaia) to address ministry, suffering, reconciliation, Christian giving, and the new covenant. Whether you’re a pastor, ministry leader, disciple, or s...

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22:41

Inside Corinth: 1 Corinthians How Paul’s Most...

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2025/10/27

Send us a text Dive deep into one of the most compelling letters of the New Testament: the Apostle Paul the Apostle’s first epistle to the church in Corinth. In this episode of Modern Mind, Ancient Book, we unpack the who, when and why of 1 Corinthians — how and why this letter came into being around AD 53-55 from Paul’s base in Ephesus. You’ll discover: The authorship question: Why Paul’s authorship is widely accepted and what the implications are for faith and theology. The hi...

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23:54

Inside 2 Thessalonians: When, Where, and Why Paul...

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2025/10/20

Send us a text In this episode, we explore the background and composition of 2 Thessalonians, the Apostle Paul’s second letter to the believers in Thessalonica. We discuss its authorship, examining internal and external evidence for Pauline origin; its place and date of composition, most likely written from Corinth around A.D. 50–52, shortly after 1 Thessalonians; and its purpose, offering correction, encouragement, and clarification about the return of Christ. Listeners will discover how thi...

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Q 5 -Paul Wasn’t Anti-Jewish—and Neither Am I:...

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2025/10/16

Send us a text For centuries, Paul has been misunderstood as a man who rejected Judaism to start a new religion. But was that really his message? In this episode, we explore Paul’s true identity as a faithful Jew who followed Yeshua (Jesus) not in spite of his Jewish faith, but because of it. Join us as we uncover the historical, cultural, and scriptural context that reveals how Paul’s writings uphold the Torah’s purpose and the covenant promises of Israel. This conversation invites both Je...

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Q 4 -I Keep God’s Feasts—But I’m Not Forcing You To:...

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2025/10/15

Send us a text Why do some followers of Yeshua (Jesus) celebrate God’s appointed feasts while others don’t? In this episode, we unpack the heart behind keeping the biblical feasts—not as a means of salvation, but as a response of love and identity. Discover how grace and Torah work together, why these celebrations still matter, and why honoring God’s commands isn’t about religious coercion but personal devotion. If you’ve ever wondered why Christians claim a Jewish Messiah but ignore His Jewi...

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22:56

Paul’s First Letter to the Thessalonians: Origins &...

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2025/10/13

Send us a text In this episode, we take a scholarly deep dive into 1 Thessalonians — exploring the who, where, when, and why behind the letter. We begin with the authorship question: what evidence supports Paul (or a Pauline circle) as the writer? Next, we examine the place of composition (was it Corinth, Athens, or elsewhere?) and the historical and cultural context of the Thessalonian church. Finally, we consider the purpose and themes of the letter: eschatology, encouragement, and living h...

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14:47

Q 3 -Why Ignoring the Jewish Roots Distorts the...

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2025/10/12

Send us a text For centuries, Christianity has often been separated from the very faith and culture of its Jewish Messiah. But what happens when we strip the Gospel from its Jewish roots? In this episode, we uncover how misunderstanding Torah, covenant, and the context of Israel can lead to a distorted view of grace and salvation. Join us as we explore why Yeshua (Jesus) cannot be truly understood apart from His Jewish identity, why the apostles never abandoned Torah, and how recovering the...

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14:47

Q 2 -The Shocking Truth: Grace and Torah Were Always...

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2025/10/11

Send us a text For centuries, many have believed that grace and Torah stand opposed — that the “Law” was replaced by “grace.” But what if that’s not true? What if the same divine heart that gave the Torah also extended grace from the very beginning? In this episode, we explore how Yeshua (Jesus) embodied both Torah and grace, and why understanding this unity can bridge the gap between Judaism and Christianity. Join us as we uncover the historical, linguistic, and spiritual roots of this misun...

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Q 1 -Judaizer or Just Devoted? Why Christians Follow...

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2025/10/09

Send us a text Why do Christians claim to follow a Jewish Rabbi—Yeshua (Jesus)—yet reject the very faith He practiced? In this episode, we explore the tension between devotion and distortion: was early Christianity ever meant to separate from its Jewish roots? We unpack the term “Judaizer,” often used negatively in church history, and ask whether true devotion to the Jewish Messiah means returning to the covenant, commandments, and context of Israel’s faith. Join us as we trace the first-ce...

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22:09

Paul’s Letter to the Galatians: Freedom, Faith, and...

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2025/10/06

Send us a text In this episode, we explore the Book of Galatians—one of the Apostle Paul’s most passionate letters. Written to the early churches in Galatia, this epistle confronts questions of faith, freedom, and the true Gospel. We’ll look at who wrote Galatians, when and where it was written, and why it still matters today. Discover the historical background of Paul’s authorship, the cultural setting of the first-century Galatian believers, and how this short but powerful letter continues ...

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38:05

Faith in Action: How James Speaks to Seekers Today

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2025/09/30

Send us a text The letter of James is one of the earliest writings of the New Testament — a raw and urgent call to live out genuine faith. Written by James, the brother of Jesus and a respected leader of the Jerusalem church, this epistle reflects the heart of a Jewish man devoted to the temple, prayer, and the Scriptures. Set against the backdrop of first-century Judea under Roman occupation, James wrote to Jewish believers scattered across the ancient world. These were people wrestling with...

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34:42

Between Prophecy and Messiah: Hidden History from...

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2025/09/22

Send us a text Most sermons begin in Matthew or in the Gospels, but few ever pause to explore the watershed centuries between Malachi and the first writings of the New Testament such as Galatians. This mysterious era — the Intertestamental Period — is packed with transformation: Greek rulers, Hellenistic culture, political power struggles, the growth of synagogues, the translation of Scripture into Greek (the Septuagint), and rising Messianic expectation. In this episode, we expose tru...

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26:05

From Messenger to Messiah: Unpacking the 400 Silent...

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2025/09/15

Send us a text What happened in the gap between Malachi—the last prophet of the Old Testament—and the writing of Galatians in the New Testament? For about four hundred years, Scripture falls silent. Empires rose and fell. Judaism changed. Messianic expectation grew. In this episode, we explore the Intertestamental Period—why God seemed to stop speaking, how the culture, religion, and politics prepared the stage for the arrival of Jesus, and what that silence teaches us today. You’ll hear abou...

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49:45

Faithful to the Call: A Pastor’s Lifelong Journey of...

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2025/09/08

Send us a text In our last episode, we heard how God transformed the life of a poor farmer into a zealous preacher of the Gospel. But that was only the beginning. In this episode, we follow his remarkable lifelong journey of faith—decades of preaching, pastoring, and serving the church with unwavering devotion. Through seasons of hardship, sacrifice, and perseverance, he never turned back. His story is not only about a miraculous encounter with Jesus but about a lifetime of faithfulness, obed...

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40:46

From Fields of Poverty to Fields of Souls: A Pastor’s...

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2025/09/01

Send us a text Charles Shorter grew up as a poor farmer, with little hope and even less opportunity. But one life-changing encounter with Jesus Christ transformed everything. Today, he is a pastor with a burning passion to preach the Gospel—giving up his former life to follow the call of God. In this episode, you’ll hear the inspiring story of how God can take the least likely person and raise them up to change lives for eternity. From the fields of poverty to the pulpit of faith, this is a t...

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