Andrew Ollerton’s Holy Plot Twists

Host Steve Cuss speaks with theologian Dr. Andrew Ollerton about his book God's Book: An Honest Look at the Bible's Seven Toughest Topics. They discuss the importance of honestly engaging with difficult biblical passages rather than avoiding them, and how wrestling with tough questions can deepen faith. Andrew shares his own intellectual and emotional struggles, including reconciling science with Genesis and coping with loss. They also explore the role of community, spiritual practices, and humility in staying connected to God.

Episode Resources:

• Andrew Ollerson’s God’s Book: An Honest Look at the Bible’s 7 Toughest Topics

• More about Bear Grylls 

Scripture Referenced:

• Genesis 3 (ESV)

• Matthew 1:1–17 (ESV)

• Genesis 1–2 (ESV)

• Joshua 6 (ESV)

• The Book of Job (ESV)

• Genesis 28:10–22 (ESV)

• 2 Kings 6:8–23 (ESV)

• Luke 24:13–35 (ESV)

• Numbers 22:21–35 (ESV)

• Numbers 13–14 (ESV)

• Joshua 14:6–15  (ESV)

More From Dr. Andrew Ollerton:

• Andrew Ollerton’s website 

• Learn more about Andrew Ollerton

• Andrew’s eight-session course: The Bible Course

• Andrew’s The Family Bible Course

  
  

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