[Bible] Episode 326: Chris Keith - How do Scholars Reconstruct the "Historical Jesus?"

[Bible] Episode 326: Chris Keith - How do Scholars Reconstruct the "Historical Jesus?"

From The Bible For Normal People by Peter Enns and Jared Byas

April 27, 2026 · 52 min · Season 10 · Episode 326

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Pete and Jared discuss with Chris Keith how scholars reconstruct the historical Jesus and the complexities involved in understanding the Gospels.

In this week’s episode of The Bible for Normal People, Pete and Jared talk with Chris Keith about the historical Jesus, and how scholars approach the gap between the Jesus of history and the Jesus of the Gospels. They explore why the Gospels themselves raise questions about modern ideas of history, how different methods have tried to reconstruct Jesus, and why certainty can be elusive. Together, they invite listeners to approach both the Bible and their faith with greater humility, recognizing that asking honest questions doesn’t have to diminish meaning, and can actually deepen it. Show Notes → https://thebiblefornormalpeople.com/episodes/episode-326-chris-keith-how-do-scholars-reconstruct-the-historical-jesus Watch this episode on YouTube → https://youtu.be/ipzANHJZA-M ********** This episode is brought to you by Brooklyn Bedding, which knows sleep isn’t one-size-fits-all. That’s why they offer mattresses for every body, every sleep style – even in hard-to-find sizes. Go to brooklynbedding.com and use promo code BIBLE at checkout to get 30% off sitewide. This offer is not available anywhere else. ********** This episode is sponsored by Garrett Theological Seminary. Whether you…

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Hosts: Peter Enns, Jared Byas

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