Men of the New Testament: "Herod" by Chris Young - Part 11

August 26, 2026 - Wednesday PM Bible Class This episode is a classroom-style lecture tracing the Herodian dynasty as it appears in the New Testament. Chris walks listeners through seven Herods mentioned in Scripture — beginning with Herod the Great (Matthew 2) and continuing through Archelaus, Antipas, Philip I & II, Agrippa I, and Agrippa II — explaining who they were, when they reigned, and how they intersected with the life of Jesus and the early church. Listeners will hear close readings of key passages (Matthew 2 & 24; Mark 6; Luke 3, 13, 23; Acts 12 & 25) and historical notes: Herod the Great’s building projects and enlargement of the temple, his murderous paranoia and the Bethlehem massacre; Archelaus’s brief, brutal rule and the family’s division of territories; Antipas’s role in John the Baptist’s imprisonment and beheading and his mocking treatment of Jesus; Philip I & II’s more minor mentions; Agrippa I’s persecution of the church (James’s execution and Peter’s imprisonment) and his prideful death; and Agrippa II’s famous “you almost persuaded me” exchange with Paul. The episode also highlights larger themes and context: the Herods’ Edomite lineage and status as Roman client rulers, the political dynamics that shaped Jewish–Herodian relations, the prophetic fulfillments (Micah, Jeremiah, and the “called out of Egypt” motif), and the personal examples in the narrative (Joseph’s immediate obedience, the apostles’ suffering). Passages illustrating pride, power, and moral failure (with references to Proverbs) are used to draw practical lessons. Key takeaways for listeners include how the Herodian dynasty influenced Jesus’ childhood, ministry, trial, and the early apostles; how political ambition, pride, and cruelty impacted both rulers and subjects; and why the speaker urges: learn from these examples — do not emulate them. No outside guests appear; the episode features the teacher’s exposition and interaction with a live class audience.   Duration 44:48