Greek for the Week

Greek for the Week

Author: Greek for the Week Language: English Episodes: 68
Greek for the Week is hosted by Rev. Chris Palmer, who believes the original language of the New Testament holds unique keys for modern faith. This isn't a dry academic lecture; it's a weekly exploration where a single Greek word or phrase from a biblical verse becomes a doorway to deeper understanding. Chris analyzes the text, unpacking nuances and context often lost in translation, to reveal practical insight you can apply to daily life. Each episode focuses on a specific passage, examining the grammar, cultural backdrop, and theological weight carried by the original words. You'll discover how a deeper look at the language can transform a familiar scripture into a fresh source of wisdom and encouragement. Whether you're a longtime student of the Bible or simply curious about what might be hiding beneath the surface of your favorite verses, this podcast offers a thoughtful, accessible guide. The goal is to make the richness of biblical Greek approachable for everyone, building both knowledge and a more resonant, personal connection to the scripture. Tune in to hear how ancient words can speak directly to contemporary questions, struggles, and moments of joy.
Episodes
Jesus Was Born For All (Luke 1-2) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 17:41
During Christmas, we celebrate the birth of Jesus. All God's mighty acts of power during this time were performed for all the people of the earth. We see this through the use of diacope, continual use of a word for empha…
Beyond Chapter and Verse Divisions (John 3; 1 John 1-2) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 23:11
Chapter and verse divisions are great at helping us locate Scripture. However, sometimes they keep us from seeing the bigger picture the writer has painted. We'll see this by examining the Nicodemus pericope between John…
Have You Dug Deep? (Luke 6:46-49) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 21:44
Statistics show that most Christians say they want to please the Lord, but an alarming number don't read their Bibles outside of church. By examining the words "dug" (eskapsen) and "went deep" (ebathynen) in the aorist t…
Does God Expect Me to Be Perfect? (Matthew 5:48) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 21:35
In Matthew 5:48, Jesus tells us to be "perfect." What did Jesus mean by this? By examining the pericope found in Matthew 5:43-48, the cultural context, and Matthew's use of "perfect" in the Greek (teleios), we will disco…
Is Hell a Real Place? (2 Thess. 1:9; Mt. 5:29) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:40
The rise of globalism and post-modernism has made it a challenge for evangelicals to preach Hell so matter-of-factly without being criticized for it. However, the use of appositional nouns in 2 Thessalonians 1:19 make it…
Mark's Use of Parataxis (Mark 1:1-16:20) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:31
The Gospel writer, Mark, had an interesting literary style that reflected his excitement about Jesus. Learn what "parataxis" is and how it demonstrates to us that we should be excited about everything Jesus is and has do…
Tasty Speech (Colossians 4:5-6) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:15
Being a good conversationalist is fundamental for effective evangelism. Are you able to hold your own and not feel threatened when conversing with someone who has a different worldview? In this episode learn what the idi…
The Samaritan Who Gave Thanks (Luke 11:11-19) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 21:03
Humans have a tendency to forget God after God blesses them. Be like the Samaritan, whose thanksgiving matched his petition. In this episode, you'll learn the Greek Words for leprosy (lepros), lift up (airo), and you'll…

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