Rethinking the New Testament Household Codes: A Conversation with Rev. Peter Rodgers

In this episode, Rev. Professor Peter Rodgers and Dr. Botner discuss the household codes in 1 Peter and Ephesians, focusing on the instructions to husbands and wives. They explore the themes of temple and creation in these passages and how they shape the understanding of relationships within the Christian community. They also discuss the subversion of social hierarchies and the importance of reading these passages in their cultural and rhetorical contexts. Overall, the conversation highlights the call to mutual submission and the affirmation of the dignity of all human persons in Christ. The conversation explores the misinterpretation of Ephesians 5:26 and the purpose of the one flesh union. It discusses the role of husbands in sanctifying their wives and the order of reading the passages. The dynamics of submission are examined, highlighting submission as both a strategy and a signpost. The Trinitarian model of submission is explored, along with the significance of verse 21. The conversation emphasizes the importance of dealing with the messy world and unearthing the temple creation link. It concludes by encouraging listeners to return to the text and engage in further study. Get a copy of Peter Rodger's commentary on 1 Peter 👉 https://www.amazon.com/stores/Peter-Rodgers/author/B001KIRVCG?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true Become a member of the Center for Bible Study! 👉 https://give.ministrylinq.com/App/Form/d96bbdb5-197e-4a2d-820c-e3e4e3683e06 Join the Facebook Center for Bible Study Group for ongoing conversation about the Bible, live Q&A sessions, and great community. 👉 https://www.facebook.com/groups/908391187019803 Follow Dr. Botner on social media Facebook page: 👉 https://www.facebook.com/MABotner/ Twitter: 👉 https://twitter.com/maxbotner/ TikTok: 👉 https://www.instagram.com/drmaxbotner/ Instagram: 👉 https://www.instagram.com/drmaxbotner/