The Carson Center Podcast What Is Biblical Theology?
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Feb 3, 2026 They explore how the Bible tells one unified story by tracing themes and connections across Scripture. They discuss the servant-of-the-Lord motif from Genesis to Jesus and the church. They contrast scripture-rooted biblical theology with topical systematic approaches. They recommend resources for beginners through scholars and preview future formats like passage deep dives and thematic surveys.
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Journey From Dispensationalism To Integration
- Ben Gladd recounts growing up in classic dispensationalism and later altering his view in grad school at Wheaton.
- Exposure to scholars there led him into studying how the New Testament uses the Old Testament.
Wheaton Shaped Their Approach
- Matt Harmon and Ben Gladd met in the Wheaton PhD program where integrated study of Old and New Testaments was emphasized.
- That environment shaped both men toward canonical and intertextual approaches.
Golden Age Of Biblical Theology
- Biblical theology has exploded in the past 20 years into a rich field producing many new resources.
- Matt calls this period a "golden age" thanks to steady, high‑quality output.
