In this episode of ‘My Strange Bible’, hosts Steve and Alex dive deeper into the Divine Council worldview, discussing the implications for Christian theology, the interpretation of ‘gods’ in the Bible, and the concept of ‘Elohim’. They also explore some biblical passages showcasing spiritual beings participating in governance with God, like the Divine Council in 1 Kings 22 and the ‘son of God’ concept in Job. They conclude by discussing Jesus’s mission in this framework and the expanded understanding this worldview brings to familiar theological concepts.
00:00 Introduction to the Divine Council Worldview
00:50 Understanding the Concept of Multiple Gods in the Bible
02:06 Exploring the Nature of Other Gods in Ancient Cultures
05:40 The Distinction Between Yahweh and Other Gods
10:26 The Role of Spiritual Beings in the Governance of the World
22:54 Understanding the Concept of Angels and Messengers
26:28 The Role of Satan in the Divine Council
29:12 Interpreting the Role of Satan
29:54 Understanding God’s Perspective
31:05 The Story of Job: A Deeper Look
32:45 The Concept of Divine Council
32:54 The Trinity in Genesis
34:07 The Sons of God and the Divine Council
41:17 The Mission of Jesus in the Divine Council Worldview
43:43 The Concept of Allegiance in Christianity
47:29 Becoming Sons of God: A New Testament Perspective
51:34 The Future of Believers in the Divine Council
