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Join one of the world's leading New Testament scholars in exploring three vital books of the Bible: First and Second Timothy and the Epistle to Titus. Called the "Pastoral Epistles," these letters were vital in shaping early Christian communities, bringing the message of Christ into a new era. By studying them, you will increase your understanding of early Christianity and enrich your faith. As you will come to see, the themes of Timothy and Titus...
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Who was the John the Baptist, and why is he so important? A powerful figure in all four gospels, St. John the Baptist nevertheless remains shrouded in mystery. What do we know about his life on the margins of first-century Palestine? And how can the gospels and Dead Sea Scrolls help us to understand the ministry and message of this New Testament prophet? You will discover the fascinating answers to these questions in John the Baptist. Under the guidance...
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From acclaimed New Testament scholar and leading author Fr. Raymond Collins, essential listening for Christians, Catholics, and all who wish to better understand Christ’s ministry.
Stories about Jesus' miracles have enthralled men and women for the past 2,000 years. Now you can gain deeper knowledge about the miraculous stories in the four Gospels, the Acts of the Apostles, and the letters of Paul.
In 18 riveting audio lectures, Fr....
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Who was Mary Magdalene?
Other than the Virgin Mary, no woman has so captivated our attention as Mary from Magdala. From her portrayal as a prostitute to speculation that she was Jesus' wife in popular fiction like The Da Vinci Code, images of Mary have abounded for centuries. These portrayals, however, often have very little basis in truth.
Join one of America's leading New Testament scholars in encountering the real Mary Magdalene. Under...
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How did Jesus and his followers live? In this course by Brown University's Fr. Raymond F. Collins, you will enter the fascinating milieu of the New Testament.
If you've spent time in a foreign culture, what you encountered might have intrigued, even perplexed you. There is so much to take in: unfamiliar languages, strange foods, different customs. Reading the New Testament provides a similar experience. After all, the environment in which Jesus lived...
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Join one of the world's leading New Testament scholars in exploring the life of St. Peter. Peter rose from a humble background as a fisherman to become one of the greatest heroes of the faith. An apostle, preacher, bishop, and martyr, he is one of the most important figures in early Christianity. Indeed, Catholics believe that the pope is the successor to St. Peter. Now, in this fascinating course, you will explore the powerful portraits of Peter...
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Embark on a powerful journey through the miracles of Jesus and His disciples. Stories about Jesus' miracles have enthralled men and women for the past two thousand years. Now, you can take a closer look at these miraculous stories in the four Gospels, the Acts of the Apostles, and the letters of Paul. Your guide is renowned New Testament scholar Fr. Raymond Collins, S.T.D. You will begin by studying the nature of miracles, the different types of biblical...
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From world-renowned New Testament scholar and biblical commentory, essential listening seeking to understand the bible on sex and sexuality.
Sexual ethics is one of the most discussed yet often misunderstood aspects of the Bible.
Now, renowned New Testament scholar Fr. Raymond F. Collins provides you with an overview of just about everything that the New Testament has to say about sexual responsibility and ethics. In this 12-lecture audio...
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