Like Stars The Podcast

Dr. Pete Goodman explores the relationship between wisdom, faith in Jesus and discovering the life to the fullest that he offers. Seeking in all things to live out the promise of Daniel that those who are wise will shine like stars. Watch full videos on YouTube as well: https://www.youtube.com/@likestarspodcast
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The World of the Bible: CULTURE (From RiseU)
August 02, 2024

The World of the Bible: CULTURE (From RiseU)

In this 3rd and final bonus episodes recorded during my summer RiseU class series, I discuss some of the key cultural values that distinguished people in the Greco-Roman world from how so many of us think today, shedding light on how those different values shaped how they heard and underst...

The World of the Bible: RELIGION (From RiseU)
August 02, 2024

The World of the Bible: RELIGION (From RiseU)

In this 2nd of 3 special bonus episodes recorded during my summer RiseU class series, I discuss the religion of the Jewish people, what their core beliefs were and how that related to their interaction with their pagan neighbors, as well as how they would have perceived (and often disagree...

The World of the Bible: HISTORY (From RiseU)
August 02, 2024

The World of the Bible: HISTORY (From RiseU)

In this 1st of 3 special bonus episodes recorded during my summer RiseU class series, I walk through the history of the Jewish people all the way throughout the Old Testament as well as what is known as the Inter-Testamental period - the 450 years between Malachi and the arrival of Jesus. ...

BONUS EPISODE: Revelation and Politics
April 18, 2024

BONUS EPISODE: Revelation and Politics

It's been a while since I've been able to do a new Like Stars Episode, but I thought this discussion on reading and interpreting the book of Revelation and how that applies to the way Christians approach politics might be a fun listen for you. Enjoy!

Ep. 34: Jesus, Scripture, & Slavery
March 01, 2024
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Ep. 34: Jesus, Scripture, & Slavery

Among the most difficult issues people often have with the Bible is the way in which is appears to support the of institution of slavery. The Old Testament Law makes clear allowances for it, Jesus often spoke about slaves without ever condemning the practice, and some New Testament authors...

Ep. 33: Would Jesus Be Cancelled Today?
February 08, 2024
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Ep. 33: Would Jesus Be Cancelled Today?

Should Jesus have been cancelled for being racist when calling a Canaanite woman a dog? This is just one more example of some the more “difficult” aspects of Jesus’ words and ministry that can sometimes lead people to think he wasn’t always a very good or nice person…at least, until we dig...

Ep. 32: Was Jesus A Mean Guy?
January 12, 2024
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Ep. 32: Was Jesus A Mean Guy?

For some people, the picture of Jesus they have in their head is of a super nice, friendly guy who smiled all the time and went around hugging everyone. He would never say anything harsh, critical, or offensive and would most certainly never hurt anyone’s feelings … and then they actually ...

Ep. 31: Journeys & Destinations [Do You Have to Go to Church to Be a Christian?]
December 08, 2023
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Ep. 31: Journeys & Destinations [Do You Have to Go to Church to Be a Christian?]

Is going to church a necessary, required part of being a Christian? Church attendance has been in a steady decline over the past decade (and even more so following COVID) but surprisingly this isn't necessarily a reflection of people's beliefs. In fact, a vast majority of those who...

Ep. 30: Old Testament Conundrums II: Weird Prophet Stuff
November 23, 2023
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Ep. 30: Old Testament Conundrums II: Weird Prophet Stuff

My friend Michael joins me again with some of his questions from the Old Testament prophets - why did they do and say some of the odd and strange things we read about and sometimes ask others to as well? We also dive back into the question of signs from God and spend some time discussing w...

BONUS EPISODE: Job, Karma, and the Justice of God
November 17, 2023

BONUS EPISODE: Job, Karma, and the Justice of God

The book of Job is one of the more complex, confusing, and often misunderstood writings in the entire Bible. Because of it's poetic style, flowery language, and use of multiple voices it can be hard to decipher exactly what the story is trying to communicate. In this bonus episode fr...