What does it mean to study and teach Scripture faithfully in a Christian academic setting? This reflection considers biblical scholarship as both rigorous intellectual work and an act of Christian service, with the goal not simply of gaining knowledge, but of allowing Scripture to transform how we think, live, and engage with the world.

In this episode, Isabelle explores the challenge of preaching from Scripture's most difficult passages, including texts on judgment, violence, trauma, and justice. She reflects on what it means to read the whole counsel of God faithfully, inviting listeners to approach these passages with humility, wisdom, and an awareness of our own interpretive limitations. Content warning: This episode includes references to sexual violence, war, and trauma.