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Welcome to AWKNG’s Ask A Scholar Podcast, where your Questions about the Bible get answered by a biblical scholar. Join us each month as we delve into a book (or books) of the Bible through our complimentary FREE Reading Plans. While we read together, we invite you to engage in the conversation by sending in any questions you may have for us to answer. Visit www.awkng.com to enroll in this month’s FREE reading plan and to share any questions that arise during your readings. You ask, and we provide answers! Let’s embark on a journey through the Bible together, exploring the text, and not being fearful to ask questions along the way!
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In this episode, we will discuss the book of Romans with questions centered around Romans 6, what the ultimate hope described in chapters 5 and 8 is all about, and whether Junia was actually an apostle. Join Mike and Karla as they converse with Dr. Matthew Bates to get your questions answered!
To check out Dr. Matthew Bates’ resources mentioned in this episode, visit:
Website:
https://matthewwbates.com/
Books:
Salvation by Allegiance Alone- https://amzn.to/3Z3gEm9
Gospel Allegiance- https://amzn.to/44VvSx4
The Gospel Precisely- https://amzn.to/4sidvwi
Why the Gospel- https://amzn.to/4jnGs5Y
Beyond the Salvation Wars-https://amzn.to/4sGsTD4
In this episode, we will discuss the books of Luke and Acts with questions on the relevance of the OT, Acts 5, and differences between the Gospel accounts. Join Mike and Karla as they converse with Dr. Aida B. Spencer to get your questions answered!
To check out Dr. Aida B. Spencer’s resources mentioned in this episode, visit:
Website:
https://www.gordonconwell.edu/faculty/senior/aida-spencer/
Blog:
https://aandwspencer.blogspot.com/
Book:
Beyond the Curse- https://amzn.to/3KvHY9m
In this episode, we will discuss the books of Luke and Acts with questions centered around if Luke was a historian, why he had more of a focus on women, and Pentecost. Join Mike and Karla as they converse with Dr. Aida B. Spencer to get your questions answered!
To check out Dr. Aida B. Spencer’s resources mentioned in this episode, visit:
Website:
https://www.gordonconwell.edu/faculty/senior/aida-spencer/
Blog:
https://aandwspencer.blogspot.com/
Book:
Beyond the Curse- https://amzn.to/3KvHY9m
In this episode, we will discuss the book of Matthew with questions centered on the Transfiguration, Salvation, and the Great Commission. Join Karla and Mike as they converse with Dr. David Capes to get your questions answered!
To check out Dr. David Capes' resources mentioned in this episode, visit:
Website/ Podcasts:
https://davidbcapes.com/
Courses:
https://catalog.awkngschooloftheology.com/courses/the-divine-christ/
The Book of Matthew (coming to AWKNG in early 2026)
Books:
https://amzn.to/3Xasb2c
https://amzn.to/4qHG2uw
In this episode, we will discuss the book of Matthew with questions centered around the genealogy of Christ, the sermon on the mount, the gifts of the magi, and the Kingdom of Heaven. Join Karla and Mike as they converse with Dr. David Capes to get your questions answered!
To check out Dr. David Capes' resources mentioned in this episode, visit:
Website/ Podcasts:
https://davidbcapes.com/
Courses:
https://catalog.awkngschooloftheology.com/courses/the-divine-christ/
A Course on the Book of Matthew (coming to AWKNG in early 2026)
Books:
https://amzn.to/3Xasb2c
https://amzn.to/4qHG2uw
In this episode, we will discuss the books of 1-2 Chronicles with questions centered around God’s wrath toward Uzzah, Manasseh’s story, and the book’s focus on David preparing for temple construction. Join Karla and Mike as they converse with Dr. Carol Kaminski to get your questions answered!
To check out Dr. Carol Kaminksi’s resources mentioned in this episode, visit:
Website: https://www.carolmkaminski.com/
Book: https://amzn.to/4mKnF4N
Commentary: https://amzn.to/3VS3Ttm
In this episode, we will discuss the books of 1-2 Chronicles with questions centered around the genealogies, the prayer of Jabez, and overall themes to keep in mind when reading these books. Join Karla and Mike as they converse with Dr. Carol Kaminski to get your questions answered!
To check out Dr. Carol Kaminksi’s resources mentioned in this episode, visit:
Website: https://www.carolmkaminski.com/
Book: https://amzn.to/4mKnF4N
Commentary: https://amzn.to/3VS3Ttm
In this episode, we will discuss the book of Daniel with questions on the correlations between the books of Daniel and Revelation, the fiery furnace, and mysterious figures seen throughout the book. Join Karla and Mike as they converse with Dr. Quonekuia Day to get your questions answered!
To check out Dr. Quonekuia Day’s resources mentioned in this episode, visit:
Website: https://prayforasistah.com/
In this episode, we will discuss the book of Daniel with questions centered around the authorship and division of the book, vegetarianism, and possible ties that Daniel may have had to Joseph. Join Karla and Mike as they converse with Dr. Quonekuia Day to get your questions answered!
To check out Dr. Quonekuia Day’s resources mentioned in this episode, visit:
Website: https://prayforasistah.com/
In this episode, we will discuss the book of Ecclesiastes with questions centered on Questions on Ecclesiastes chapters 5, 6, 9, and 12. Join Karla and Mike as they converse with James-Michael Smith to get your questions answered!
To check out James-Michael Smith’s resources mentioned in this episode, visit:
Website: https://www.discipledojo.org/aboutjm
Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@DiscipleDojo
In this episode, we will discuss the book of Ecclesiastes with questions centered on the book's authorship, pessimistic tones found throughout the book, and the well-recited Ecc 4:12. Join Karla and Mike as they converse with James-Michael Smith to get your questions answered!
To check out James-Michael Smith’s resources mentioned in this episode, visit:
Website: https://www.discipledojo.org/aboutjm
Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@DiscipleDojo
In this episode, we will discuss the book of Ruth, focusing on questions centered on how Ruth relates to Job, the significance of Elimelek, and why Ruth uncovered Boaz’s feet. Join Karla and Mike as they converse with Dr. Beth Stovell to get your questions answered!
To check out Dr. Stovell’s resources mentioned in this episode, visit:
Podcast:https://bridgingtheology.com/
Book: https://amzn.to/3XNrXPn
In this episode, we will discuss the books of Proverbs & Song of Songs with questions centered on how we can better appreciate Proverbs and how Song of Songs can be used in ways other than marriage counseling. Join Karla and Mike as they converse with Dr. Beth Stovell to get your questions answered!
To check out Dr. Stovell’s resources mentioned in this episode, visit:
Podcast:https://bridgingtheology.com/
Book: https://amzn.to/3XNrXPn
In this episode, we will discuss the book of Job with questions on the dialogue throughout the book, Elihu, and why he speaks so late, and what happens to Satan after the book ends. Join Karla and Mike as they converse with Dr. Dominick Hernandez to get your questions answered!
To check out Dr. Hernandez’s resources mentioned in this episode, visit:
Books:
The Prosperity of the Wicked
https://amzn.to/43pwtqx
Illustrated Job in Hebrew
https://amzn.to/43BPTqV
Engaging the Old Testament: How to Read Biblical Narrative, Poetry, and Prophecy Well
https://amzn.to/4kPsQjr
Proverbs: Pathways to Wisdom
https://amzn.to/3Zbu6Fc
Connect further with Dr. Hernandez:
domshernandez.com
In this episode, we will discuss the book of Job, exploring the themes and lessons found within it, debating whether the book can be considered fiction, and examining Satan’s role in the narrative. Join Karla and Mike as they converse with Dr. Dominick Hernandez to get your questions answered!
To check out Dr. Hernandez’s resources mentioned in this episode, visit:
Books:
The Prosperity of the Wicked
https://amzn.to/43pwtqx
Illustrated Job in Hebrew
https://amzn.to/43BPTqV
Engaging the Old Testament: How to Read Biblical Narrative, Poetry, and Prophecy Well
https://amzn.to/4kPsQjr
Proverbs: Pathways to Wisdom
https://amzn.to/3Zbu6Fc
Connect further with Dr. Hernandez:
domshernandez.com
In this episode, we will discuss the book of Psalms with questions on the Sons of Korah in Psalm 42, the Holy Spirit in Psalm 51, Psalm 82, and Psalm 137. Join Karla and Mike as they converse with Dr. Joshua Farris to get your questions answered!
To check out Dr. Farris’ resources mentioned in this episode, visit:
An Introduction to Theological Anthropology: https://amzn.to/4iOpKL9
The Creation of Self: https://amzn.to/4k4bsXQ
Website: https://soulscienceministries.com/
In this episode, we will discuss the book of Psalms with questions on the book’s overall structure, the proper way to lament, and why there are so many prayers for judgment. Join Karla and Mike as they converse with Dr. Joshua Farris to get your questions answered!
To check out Dr. Farris’ resources mentioned in this episode, visit:
An Introduction to Theological Anthropology: https://amzn.to/4iOpKL9
The Creation of Self: https://amzn.to/4k4bsXQ
Website: https://soulscienceministries.com/
In this episode, we will discuss the 12 Minor Prophets with questions centered around the meaning of the day of the Lord mentioned throughout the Minor Prophets, the book of Jonah, and the book of Micah. Join Karla and Mike as they converse with Dr. Beth Stovell to get your questions answered!
To check out Dr. Stovell’s resources mentioned in this episode, visit:
Podcast:https://bridgingtheology.com/
Book: https://amzn.to/3XNrXPn
In this episode, we will discuss the 12 Minor Prophets with questions centered around things happening in the books of Hosea and Zechariah. Join Karla and Mike as they converse with Dr. Beth Stovell to get your questions answered!
To check out Dr. Stovell’s resources mentioned in this episode, visit:
Podcast: https://bridgingtheology.com/
Book: https://amzn.to/3XNrXPn
In this episode, we will discuss the Book of Ezekiel with questions centered around things happening in Ezekiel chapters 18, 20, 28, and 37. Join Karla and Mike as they converse with Dr. Jason Gile to get your questions answered!
To check out Dr. Jason Gile’s resources mentioned in this episode, visit:
Bio: https://www.seminary.edu/faculty/jason-gile/
Book: https://amzn.to/4ifovoJ
Ministry: https://learn.seminarynow.com/



