Archaeologist Gary Byers joins us to talk about the Christmas Story found in the New Testament. Looking closely at the biblical text and compare it to modern day nativity scenes. Gary talks about the Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem, first century homes, and the innkeeper and the inn. Have we been correct in our understanding of the Christmas Story?
Original airdate: December 20, 2020
Up Next in Season 3 (2020)
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Caesar Augustus & the Birth of Christ
Pastor Bryan Windle joins us to talk about the Roman Emperor Caesar Augustus, who was on the throne when Jesus was born. Luke chapter 2 indicates that Augustus was ruling Rome, and a census took place at that time. The Apostle Paul tells us in Galatians that “in the fullness of time, God sent His...
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Quirinius' Census & The Birth of Christ
Pastor Bryan Windle joins us to talk about the Roman Census that took place when Jesus was born. According to Luke chapter two, Quirinius was governing in Syria at that time. Is Luke’s account of the census and Quirinius accurate? Was Quirinius a real government official exercising authority in S...
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Sealed by God
Archaeologist Gary Byers joins Henry from New Mexico to talk about ancient seals in archaeology and the Bible. Topics include: the 15th century BC scarab from Joshua's Ai, bullae, signet rings, and God's seal of salvation.
Original airdate: January 17, 2021
