Biblical Insights with David Gooding
David W. Gooding (1925–2019) was Professor Emeritus of Old Testament Greek at Queen’s University, Belfast. As well as publishing several books of biblical exegesis and apologetics, he taught the Bible internationally and lectured on its relevance to philosophy and world religions. His expositions of Scripture are enhanced by what F. F. Bruce once called his ‘rare combination of gifts: spiritual insight, classical learning and literary appreciation’. Biblical Insights showcases David Gooding’s sermons in 15–25 minute episodes, and aim not only to teach us what Scripture says, but inspire us to read and understand God’s word for ourselves.
Episodes
Jul 1, 2026
Jul 1, 2026
28 min
In a world full of conflicting information, some beliefs about the character of Jesus Christ are at odds with who he really is. This short podcast series takes a fresh look at common misconceptions and sets the record straight using the light of the New Testament gospel accounts. In this episode, David Gooding examines the argument that Jesus was merely a social reformer. He appeals to us to receive him personally as the giver of eternal life, rather than just his temporal gifts.
Jul 8, 2026
Jul 8, 2026
32 min
In a world full of conflicting information, some beliefs about the character of Jesus Christ are at odds with who He really is. This short podcast series takes a fresh look at common misconceptions and sets the record straight using the light of the New Testament gospel accounts. In this episode, David Gooding exposes how religious ceremonies, symbols, and moral effort can never bring people to God. He shows that salvation is a free gift received through personal repentance toward God and faith in our Lord Jesus Christ.
Jul 15, 2026
Jul 15, 2026
32 min
In a world full of conflicting information, some beliefs about the character of Jesus Christ are at odds with who He really is. This short podcast series takes a fresh look at common misconceptions and sets the record straight using the light of the New Testament gospel accounts. In this episode, David Gooding corrects misconceptions about God's love. He shows how Christ taught both the seriousness of human sin and the richness of God's forgiveness, with the cross as the place where God's love, holiness, judgment, and mercy meet.
Jul 22, 2026
Jul 22, 2026
37 min
In a world full of conflicting information, some beliefs about the character of Jesus Christ are at odds with who He really is. This short podcast series takes a fresh look at common misconceptions and sets the record straight using the light of the New Testament gospel accounts.
In this episode, David Gooding argues that the Christian message is not a dull religion of grim duty, but the source of real joy, with the believer's future secured in heaven. He contrasts this with the common religious mentality of discipline and uncertainty, showing that true Christianity brings freedom, confidence, and deep rejoicing in God's love.