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Eric Foster-Whiddon

@efosterw

Assistant Prof of Biblical Studies @TaborCollege | PhD @univofstandrews @divinitysta @sta_classics | NT, Gospel of John, ancient novels & philosophy

 Hillsboro, Kansas USA
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Joined April 2012
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Seth M. Ehorn@smehornJun 26
Since people seem to be discussing Phoebe, it bears mentioning that @JasonBorges12 wrote the best article I’ve read on Phoebe in Romans 16. Link here: scholarlypublishingcollectiv…
Phoebe, a Host of Christian Travelers: The Meaning of Προστάτις in Romans 16:2

Phoebe, a Host of Christian Travelers: The Meaning of Προστάτις in Romans 16:2

Abstract. In Rom 16:2, Paul refers to Phoebe in Cenchreae as “a patron [προστάτις] of many and of myself.” After considering the various proposals regarding the nature of Phoebe’s “patronage” toward...

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Ian N Mills@IanNelsonMillsJan 26
How did early readers think about the relationship between the gospels? Retweet for a drawing to win a free book. – at Clinton, NY
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USMB Churches@usmbchurches15 Aug 2025
Have you listened to Episode 133 “Our School, Our Leaders: Tabor's New GSM Initiative" with guest Dr. Eric Foster-Whiddon? You can listen at: Apple-ow.ly/rW7m50Jnzp7 Spotify-ow.ly/CTja50Tq2Ol #usmb2025
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Many congrats to Tyler Hoagland on the successful completion of his PhD! His thesis is titled, "Jesus Christ, King of the Kingdom of God: Royal Discourse in Christian Literature before 150 CE". Dr David Johnston says of Tyler: (1/2)
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Alumnus and local pastor Rev. Dr Paulus de Jong was recently featured on the TheoDisc Podcast. Listen in!
WTC (@wtctheology) profile pictureWTC@wtctheology13 Mar 2024
🤯 In episode 32 of TheoDisc Podcast, Kenny is joined by Paulus de Jong as they explore allusions from John's Gospel to the book of Exodus, and how seeing those links make us better readers of John's Gospel. Enjoy! buff.ly/43fXo6o
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🚨Job alert! (NB very short deadline)🚨 We are seeking a post-doctoral researcher for ‘Early Diagnosis: Handling Knowing,’ an interdisciplinary project in Medicine, Divinity & Philosophy at @univofstandrews. Apps close 19 Feb (noon), start 1 March. vacancies.st-andrews.ac.uk/V…
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Scotland has announced plans to diversify its international student intake and retain more overseas learners after they graduate, writes Jack Grove @jgro_the bit.ly/3wgSN7p
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Apply today for our 2024 Divinity MLitt scholarship. Full time or part time, in person or online. Details here: st-andrews.ac.uk/study/fees-…
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T&T Clark@tandtclark23 Oct 2023
Out now: The Countercultural Victory of 1 John in Greco-Roman Context Ahreum Kim re-examines conquering language in 1 John, arguing that when read with the context of Greco-Roman culture, the conflict extends beyond in-fighting in the Johannine community. bit.ly/46fiEdl
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The School of Divinity at @univofstandrews wishes to appoint a Professor of Divinity to start Sep '24. The successful candidate will be an outstanding scholar of international standing in systematic theology. Closing 31 Oct, interviews 5 Dec '23. jobs.ac.uk/job/DCT914/profes…
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@MisterConnor1 is doing great work bringing Latin & Classics to MHS. He is one of a growing community fighting to offer access in all areas and from all backgrounds. Classics lets you study a world that is familiar yet radically different. All should have a chance to try it!
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My knowledge of Latin is close to zero, but it was great to see the enthusiasm of pupils learning the language in @MisterConnor1's class @MonifiethHigh 👏👏 thecourier.co.uk/fp/educatio… via @thecourieruk
'It's a dead language and I want to bring it back': Rebirth of Latin at Monifieth High

'It's a dead language and I want to bring it back': Rebirth of Latin at Monifieth High

Monifieth pupils will sit Latin exams next year - among only a few expected to do so in Scottish state schools.

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Walking on sunshine☀️ What a beautiful day for the first Pier Walk of the new academic year. It's so lovely to see our new and returning students in town. 🫶 #EverToExcel
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tracy reynolds@ctracyreynolds22 Jun 2023
I’m beyond excited to release my first book, Second Chair Leadership, on July 11. Click the link below to get the first chapter on my website for free! Thanks for help me get the word out!
True Potential Media (@tp_media) profile pictureTrue Potential Media@tp_media18 Jun 2023
I opted to accept my youth pastor, Frank Beard’s challenge to “commit as much of my life as I could to as much of God as I could understand." Tracy Reynolds, Second Chair Leadership
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Alex Long@AlexLon928583289 Jun 2023
Cfa for a graduate conference in ancient philosophy at St Andrews: philevents.org/event/show/11…
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Did you know we offer a part-time online learning programme that connects biblical & theological studies w. other disciplines in arts, humanities & social sciences? It's Bible and the Contemporary World & enrolment is open for 23-24! shorturl.at/wCFV3 📸 Gayle McIntyre
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DiegesisInMind@DiegesisInMind10 Apr 2023
Victoria Pöhls explores ways cognitive approaches to ancient narrative help us understand the thoughts and feelings ancient readers may have experienced when engaging with stories. diegesis-in-mind.com/2023/02…
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Congrats to our Divinity students (current & alum) who presented last week at the @E_A_B_S Graduate Symposium at the Albright Institute in Jerusalem. Our Biblical Studies department was well represented! #evertoexcel (L-R, @AliciaHein, @efosterw , Samuel Draper, Jonny Woods)
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Applications being accepted for a post in New Testament Studies. Come work with us at @univofstandrews! Full-time, permanent lecturer/senior lecturer position (equivalent to an assistant or associate professor in the USA). More info here: jobs.ac.uk/job/CYF685/lectur…
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Steve Holmes@SteveRHolmes13 Feb 2023
A Calvinist valentine, in five points: 1. ‘Well hello … your name must be Grace, because you’re irresistible.’ 2. ‘I’d die for you—and I don’t say that to everyone.’ 3. ‘I promise you, whatever happens, my love for you will last forever.’ 1/2
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DiegesisInMind@DiegesisInMind8 Feb 2023
Public Lecture with Laura Suzanne Lieber teapawt.net/i/broadcasts/1zqJVPWvL…
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