How can ancient Hebrew manuscripts help us understand the Bible more clearly, and what do they reveal about the Messiah?

In this episode of The Dig In Podcast, Pastor Johnny Ova is joined by Old Testament scholar and author Dr. Kevin Chen to explore the powerful story that unfolds through preserved Hebrew texts. From the Dead Sea Scrolls to the Messianic vision in Genesis, they unpack how the literary structure, repetition, and narrative design of the Old Testament all point to Jesus Christ.

Together, they discuss:

• Why Hebrew manuscripts still matter today
• How they confirm the reliability of Scripture
• The meaning of Genesis 3:15 and the promised seed
• What “nexus passages” are and why they matter
• How the Old Testament builds a redemptive arc toward Jesus

This conversation is rich, eye-opening, and deeply encouraging for anyone who wants to engage Scripture with context, clarity, and curiosity.

🔗 Learn more about Dr. Kevin Chen's work at Gateway Seminary (gs.edu)

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Dr. James Nogalski joins Pastor Johnny Ova on The Dig In Podcast to walk us through the Book of the Twelve, not as twelve random prophetic books, but as one unified scroll with a powerful message. From Hosea to Malachi, this conversation uncovers how themes of justice, restoration, and covenant all come together across time, space, and scribal design.

We explore:

• Why the prophets were compiled into one scroll
• How recurring themes create literary and theological unity
• The role of the Day of Yahweh and its misunderstood meaning
• What we miss when we read these books in isolation
• And why Jonah might be the most surprising book in the Bible

Dr. Nogalski is the Craig Professor of Hebrew Bible at Baylor University and has spent four decades researching this topic.

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What really happened in Sodom and Gomorrah? Was it about immorality, or something deeper?

Dr. Dylan Johnson, expert in ancient Near Eastern law and the Hebrew Bible, joins Pastor Johnny Ova of Sound of Heaven Church to explore the historical, literary, and cultural context of this iconic story. From Mesopotamian parallels to the evolving biblical traditions, this conversation will challenge what you thought you knew.

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