Acts 15 - The Jerusalem Council - Dr. Michael Heiser

Support Dr. Heiser's ministry at https://nakedbiblepodcast.com Here are the papers referenced in the show: https://nakedbiblepodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/Tanner-Jamess-quotation-of-Amos-9-to-settle-the-Jerusalem-council-debate-in-Acts-15.pdf Examine the significance of the Old Testament citation in Acts 15. Learn how prophecy functions within the early church narrative. This episode focuses on the specific theological arguments presented in Acts 15. Dr. Michael S. Heiser analyzes the Old Testament citation found in this passage, clarifying how the author employs scripture to validate the inclusion of Gentiles. This discussion is intended for students of the Bible who want to understand the mechanics of apostolic argumentation and the role of prophecy in the New Testament. By tracing these connections, listeners will gain a clearer view of how the early church interpreted prophetic texts to address immediate pastoral conflicts. Understanding the Old Testament citation in Acts 15 provides essential context for the broader theological shift occurring in the narrative. We examine the logic behind these choices, offering clarity on how prophecy informs the development of early Christian doctrine. \\------------------------\\ Help Support ASFJ: https://aseatforjesus.com/a-seat-for-jesus Website: https://aseatforjesus.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SeatForJesus Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aseatforjesus X: https://x.com/ASeatForJesus 0:00 The Complexity of Prophetic Fulfillment 2:36 The Jerusalem Council Debate 4:28 James Quotes the Prophets 7:25 Paul and Barnabas Part Ways 8:37 Masoretic Text vs Septuagint 22:28 The Booth of David Is Jesus 38:31 The Apostolic Decree Explained 50:02 Prophecy Is a Mixed Bag #michaelheiser #BookOfActs #divinecouncil #biblestudy #nakedbiblepodcast