In this podcast episode, hosts Steve and Alex delve into the divine council worldview based on Dr. Michael Heiser’s influence. They discuss the supernatural realities painted in the Bible, the existence of spiritual beings like sons of God, and the potential significance of these entities in biblical narratives. They argue that comprehension of these elements provides a richer understanding of the scriptures. The discussion also extends to the value of spiritual hierarchy, the impact of rebellion events in Genesis on humanity’s state, and the intriguing factor of idol worship during biblical times.

00:00 Introduction and the Mystery of Biblical Gods
00:26 The Intriguing Concept of Gods in the Bible
01:56 Understanding the Divine Counsel Worldview
02:15 The Influence of Dr. Michael Heiser’s Work
04:56 The Spiritual Reality of Idols
05:47 The Spiritual Worldview of the Bible
09:32 The Supernatural War: God vs The Nations
09:46 The Tower of Babel and the Division of Mankind
11:06 The Sons of God and the Division of Nations
18:42 The Story Arc of God’s Plan
23:49 Hierarchy of Spiritual Beings: Angels and Demons
25:10 Understanding the Roles in the Spiritual Realm
25:26 The Concept of Territorial Spiritual Beings
25:55 The Divine Council and Its Influence
26:38 The Complexity of the Spiritual World
27:02 The Interaction Between Humans and Spiritual Beings
28:16 The Power of Spiritual Beings in Biblical Events
30:05 The Evolution of Understanding the Spiritual World
31:36 The Importance of Understanding the Spiritual World
36:18 The Three Big Rebellions in Scripture
42:20 The Reality of Gods in the Bible
44:38 The Influence of Spiritual Beings in Scripture
45:23 Exploring the Unseen Realm in the Bible
46:10 The Impact of Understanding the Spiritual World
46:31 Conclusion: The Journey into the Strange Bible