Finding the Last Lost City of the Gospels

What are the challenges of New Testament archeology, and what exciting things have been discovered just recently? Dr. Steven Notley (Dean of Religious Studies at Pillar College, Newark, NJ) and the Rev. Dr. Stephen Pietsch (Professor of Practical Theology and Dean of Theological Research and Publication, Concordia Seminary, St. Louis) join Andy and Sarah to talk about the third annual "These Stones Will Shout" biblical archaeology lecture set for Sept. 29th at Concordia Seminary. They discuss Dr. Notley's background and interest in biblical archaeology, the excavations at Khirbet el Araj, its historical and Biblical significance, how historical geography and New Testament archeology help us understand the scriptures more, where the el Araj excavation fits in the grand timeline of excavations in this part of the world, the challenges that come with New Testament archeology, and what attendees will hear at the upcoming lecture. Learn more about the lecture at csl.edu/2026/06/third-annual-these-stones-will-shout-biblical-archaeology-lecture-set-for-sept-29. As you grab your morning coffee (and pastry, let’s be honest), join hosts Andy Bates and Sarah Gulseth as they bring you stories of the intersection of Lutheran life and a secular world. Catch real-life stories of mercy work of the LCMS and partners, updates from missionaries across the ocean, and practical talk about how to live boldly Lutheran. Have a topic you'd like to hear about on The Coffee Hour? Contact us at: [email protected].