Living the Bible

Christianity Before Paul - The Traditions He Inherited

Was Paul the founder of Christianity? That’s what many skeptics claim—but in this episode, we follow the evidence from Paul’s seven undisputed letters to uncover something older than Paul himself. You’ll hear how historians—both religious and atheist—agree that the core Christian beliefs about Jesus’ death, resurrection, and teachings were already circulating in creeds, hymns, and traditions before Paul ever wrote a word. If you think Christianity was invented by Paul, this episode may surprise you.

When Atheists and Christians Agree: The 7 Undisputed Letters of Paul

What if some of the most outspoken atheists and Christian believers actually agree on something crucial about the New Testament? In this episode of Living the Bible, Jason Conrad explores the seven letters that nearly all scholars—including critics like Bart Ehrman and Richard Carrier—affirm as authentically written by Paul. These letters are the earliest Christian writings we possess, composed just years after Jesus’ crucifixion, and they already contain creeds, quotes from Jesus, and evidence of early worship. Whether you're a skeptic, seeker, or believer, this episode uncovers how history and faith overlap in remarkable ways.

Response to Agnosticism and Bart Ehrman

This episode builds a bridge between agnosticism and confidence in the Christian faith.  Bart Ehrman is a world-renowned scholar that champions the agnostic viewpoint and casts doubt on the certainty of Christ's resurrection.  Some of his common arguments are addressed. 

Foundational Roles of Apostles and Prophets from Eph. 2:19

This episode explores the New Testament and the earliest Christian literature on the important roles that apostles and prophets held.