We review the date (AD 62-63) and circumstances of writing for all of Paul's prison epistles (Eph, Col, Phlm, Phlp, Heb), focusing especially on the epistles of Philippians and Hebrews. It includes more info about the role of John Mark in the scribal and courier work related to the book of Hebrews. If you wish to have the PDF lesson outline for this podcast, simply email us to request it (preterist1@preterist.org). Be sure to mention the date of the podcast.
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