I’m Greg Hall and you’ve landed at the “Rethinking Scripture” website where we like to rethink what we thought we already knew about the Bible.

The Rethinking Scripture books, podcast, projects, and studies are designed to introduce you to new, and sometimes interesting, insights in biblical theology.

My newest book project is: The Cold Call Delusion: Rethinking Conversion, Evangelism and Discipleship Through First-Century Eyes. The Cold Call Delusion is the assumption that every significant encounter with Jesus or the apostles should be interpreted as an initial conversion experience rather than first asking what kind of spiritual response the biblical authors are actually describing.

The Launch Party for, the Rethinking Rest book was a fun event. I signed books, read excerpts, and told stories about how it all came together.

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  The Cold Call Delusion: Why Not Every Encounter with Jesus Was a Spiritual Cold Call
  by Gregory D. Hall
  What is the Cold Call Delusion? The Cold Call Delusion is the assumption that every significant encounter with Jesus should be interpreted as an initial conversion experience. This essay introduces the concept and explains why it changes the way we read the New Testament. Continue reading →
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  REST API: The Proven “After Pentecost Instruction” of Hebrews
  by Gregory D. Hall
  In the world of computers, REST API stands for Representational State Transfer Application Programming Interface. It is an architectural style and a set of principles for designing networked applications. In regards to computers, REST is widely used in web development to create efficient APIs that allow communication between different software systems. So in our modern … Continue reading →
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  Ancient Perspectives on the “Image of God”
  by Gregory D. Hall
  The concept of the “image of God” has been interpreted and understood differently across various ancient perspectives and religious traditions. Here are just some examples of ancient perspectives on the “image of God” from different cultural and religious contexts: S. Joshua Swamidass, a Christian theologian and scientist, suggests that the concept of being made in … Continue reading →
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  Understanding Cultic Calendars: Its Relationship to the Christian Calendar
  by Gregory D. Hall
  Cultic calendars, also known as religious calendars, are calendars that are based on the religious or spiritual beliefs and practices of a particular culture or group. These calendars are often used to mark important religious observances, festivals, and events, and to regulate the timing of religious rituals and ceremonies. Cultic calendars can vary widely in … Continue reading →
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  “Unpacking the Negative Impact of Religious False Dilemmas: Lessons from Jesus and Today”
  by Gregory D. Hall
  Religious false dichotomies are often presented as binary choices, forcing individuals to choose between two options that are presented as mutually exclusive, when in reality there may be more nuanced and complex options available. On episode 72 of the Rethinking Scripture podcast, we discuss just some of the ways you may unknowingly be influenced by … Continue reading →
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  Remembering Michael Heiser and His Unseen Realm
  by Gregory D. Hall
  In episode 70 of the Rethinking Scripture Podcast. I take the whole episode to memorialize the passing of the theologian and scholar, Dr. Michael S. Heiser. In 2020, Heiser was diagnosed with an aggressive case of Pancreatic cancer. On Feb 15, 2023 he turned 60, and five days later he transitioned to experience the unseen … Continue reading →
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  Why “Rethinking Rest” Offers a Unique Sabbath Perspective
  by Gregory D. Hall
  Have you abandoned the sabbath? Do you feel disenfranchised with the practices of the modern Church? Are you willing to rethink what you thought you already knew? “Rethinking Rest: Why Our Approach to Sabbath Isn’t Working” will challenge you to expand your scope and reengage the topic in new ways. Its simple practicality is a breath of fresh air for what has become a stagnant discussion along party lines. Continue reading →
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  The Rethinking Babel Project
  by Gregory D. Hall
  The modern understanding and practical applications attributed to the spiritual gifts are diverse. Specifically, the gift of tongues can be a hotly debated topic. Like most people in the church today, I’ve often questioned whether I’ve really understood the whole of the Biblical teaching on this topic. Below is a link to a working hypothesis. … Continue reading →
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  The Use of Water and Spirit in John’s Gospel
  by Gregory D. Hall
  There’s a water theme in the book of John. Have you noticed? Continue reading →
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  You Can’t Judge a Book by Its Cover… (John 4)
  by Gregory D. Hall
  The contents of a book can often be surprising. People can be like that too. Continue reading →

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