(S5 E23) Christology (Part 11): The Historicity of Jesus

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By: Brian G. Chilton and Curtis Evelo | March 24, 2022

The Bellator Christi Podcast has been undergoing a study in Christology–a study of Christ. Due to modern debates concerning the historicity of Jesus and materialism, our study in Christology needs to address two additional topics before concluding the series. This first of two special episodes deals with the historicity of Jesus and combats the claims of Jesus Mythicism. We discuss the following topics.

1. What is Jesus Mythicism and what are the major arguments behind the movement?
2. Who are the major advocates for Jesus Mythicism?
3. Do we have sources prior to AD 100 that speak of the historical Jesus?
4. How many extra-biblical sources do we have that mention Jesus?
5. Should the fact that Jesus never wrote anything down present a problem for us?
6. How many early independent sources do we have for the historical Jesus?
7. What is the earliest material we have for the historical Jesus and how early are they?
8. What can we know about Jesus from the earliest materials we have about him?

Brian G. Chilton, PhD Cand: Founder of Bellator Christi Ministries, President, Contributor, and Co-host of the Bellator Christi Podcast

Brian G. Chilton is a Ph.D. Candidate in the Theology and Apologetics program at Liberty University. He is the host of The Bellator Christi Podcast and the founder of Bellator Christi. He received his Master of Divinity in Theology from Liberty University (with high distinction); his Bachelor of Science in Religious Studies and Philosophy from Gardner-Webb University (with honors); earned a Certificate in Christian Apologetics from Biola University, and plans to purse philosophical studies in the near future. Brian is a member of the Evangelical Theological Society and the Evangelical Philosophical Society.

Brian has served in pastoral ministry for nearly 20 years and currently serves as a clinical hospice chaplain. Additionally, he serves as an editor for the Eleutheria Journal and is an Associate Editor for MoralApologetics.com. At the prompting of the Lord, Brian established Bellator Christi Ministries in 2012. The ministry is aimed to provide readily available resources in theology, apologetics, biblical studies, and philosophy for those who want to know what Christianity teaches and why it should be believed. In 2019, Brian published his first book entitled the Layman’s Manual on Christian Apologetics. After finishing his Ph.D., Brian intends to publish more books. His areas of expertise include early NT creeds, near-death experiences, biblical reliability, the blend of divine sovereignty and human freedom, and the need for empathy.

Curtis Evelo: Co-Host and Producer of the Bellator Christi Podcast

Curtis Evelo is a cattle rancher at the E6 Hereford Ranch in St. Ignatius, Montana. Curtis is the Co-Host and Producer of the Bellator Christi Podcast. He often teaches and speaks at his church Cornerstone Faith Center in St. Ignatius. Curtis provides a common-sense approach to Christianity as he contemplates the wonders of God’s creation in Big Sky Country.

Other Episodes from this Series:

Brian Chilton and Curtis Evelo, “Christology (Part 1): The Union of Christ’s Divine and Human Nature,” BellatorChristi.com (January 13, 22), https://bellatorchristi.com/2022/01/14/s5-e13-christology-part-one-the-union-of-christs-divine-and-human-nature/

Brian Chilton and Curtis Evelo, “Christology (Part 2): The Virgin Birth and the Incarnation of Christ,” BellatorChristi.com (January 19, 2022), https://bellatorchristi.com/2022/01/19/s5-e14-christology-part-2-the-virgin-birth-and-incarnation-of-christ/

Brian Chilton and Curtis Evelo, “Christology (Part 3): Early Christological Titles,” BellatorChristi.com (January 26, 2022), https://bellatorchristi.com/2022/01/26/s5-e15-christology-part-3-early-christological-titles/.

Brian Chilton and Curtis Evelo, “Christology (Part 4): Theories of the Atonement,” BellatorChristi.com (February 3, 2022), https://bellatorchristi.com/2022/02/03/s5-e16-christology-part-4-theories-of-the-atonement/

Brian Chilton and Curtis Evelo, “Christology (Part 5): Testing Atonement Theories with Scripture,” BellatorChristi.com (February 9, 2022), https://bellatorchristi.com/2022/02/09/s5-e17-christology-part-5-testing-atonement-theories-with-scripture/

Brian Chilton and Curtis Evelo, “Christology (Part 6): The Work and Functions of Christ,” BellatorChristi.com (2/16/22), https://bellatorchristi.com/2022/02/16/s5-e18-christology-part-6-the-work-and-functions-of-christ/

Brian Chilton and Curtis Evelo, “Christology (Part 7): The Extent of Christ’s Atonement,” BellatorChristi.com (2/23/22), https://bellatorchristi.com/2022/02/23/s5-e19-christology-part-7-the-extent-of-christs-atonement/

Brian Chilton and Curtis Evelo, “Christology (Part 8): The Resurrection of Jesus,” BellatorChristi.com (3/2/22), https://bellatorchristi.com/2022/03/03/s5-e20-christology-part-8-the-resurrection-of-jesus/

Brian Chilton and Curtis Evelo, “Christology (Part 9): The Ascension of Jesus,” BellatorChristi.com (3/11/22), https://bellatorchristi.com/2022/03/11/s5-e21-christology-part-9-the-ascension-of-jesus/

Brian Chilton and Curtis Evelo, “Christology (Part 10): The Second Coming of Jesus,” BellatorChristi.com (3/16/22), https://bellatorchristi.com/2022/03/16/s5-e22-christology-part-10-the-second-coming-of-christ/

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