1481. A Hard Week, a Finished Book, and a Cosmic Claim | Sabbatical Insider w/ Dr. Fred Long

In this episode of Sabbatical Insider, Dr. Fredrick J. Long reflects on a difficult week marked by stress, controversy, chronic pain, and the emotional toll of public discourse — even while on sabbatical.He shares the completion of his fantasy novel The Last Silver Snail, discusses the unexpected realities of faculty life (yes, syllabi are still due), explores the growth of Gamma Rho Kappa Greek Honor Society among young students, and wrestles with the question of whether to teach during sabbatical.

The episode culminates in a fascinating look at Philippians 2 and Ephesians — asking:

Who are the “heavenly, earthly, and subterranean” beings who bow at the name of Jesus?

Drawing on ancient cosmology, Greek terminology, submission iconography, and Isaiah 45, Dr. Long presents a provocative reading: Paul is not merely describing worship — he may be describing the submission of rival divinities.

This is a behind-the-scenes look at scholarship, spiritual struggle, creativity, and calling.

If you're interested in reading an early copy of The Last Silver Snail, leave a comment.

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