October begins tomorrow, and as a student said yesterday, “I don’t even feel like I’ve Septembered yet!” Indeed, but here we are. Lord, help us to live well within time. Here’s a roundup of upcoming learning opportunities: carmenjoyimes.substack.com/p/october-wi...

This week I'm sharing my top recommendations on the book of Exodus. I've spent the past 14 years studying the book. These are resources I come back to again and again. www.youtube.com/watch?v=DV-b...

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Attention pastors and preachers--Here are the best books I've read on preaching: www.youtube.com/watch?v=7PS6...

Did you know that I have a FREE Substack newsletter? I don't know how long I'll stay on BlueSky, but you can follow me there and join the conversation. carmenjoyimes.substack.com/p/a-number-t...

Here are the books that inspired me most as I was working on my book on the church. Plus, last call to join my launch team! #bestbooks #torahtuesday www.youtube.com/watch?v=PRzo...

So thankful for A.J. Swoboda's strong endorsement for Becoming God's Family! If you've been frustrated by the church, I hope my new book offers you a renewed vision of what is possible when we gather. Pre-order here: shorturl.at/6d224 #becominggodsfamily @ivpacademic.bsky.social

By popular request, here are my book recommendations on how I changed my mind about women's roles in ministry. I also address the "slippery slope" argument. #bestbooks #torahtuesday www.youtube.com/watch?v=cgoK...

Are you concerned about hypocrisy or toxicity in the church? Are you also concerned about how many people have left? Do you want to have a more hopeful vision for the church? I'd love to have you as part of my launch team! forms.office.com/r/XqHZd1rw1A

The saddest article I've ever written for @christianitytoday.com strangely restored my hope. All is not lost. www.christianitytoday.com/2025/08/mult...

I would LOVE to have you join me for the Launch Team for Becoming God's Family! Are you willing to READ, REVIEW, and RECOMMEND it? You'll get early access, exclusive live Zoom meetings with me, and the joy of spreading the word! Sign up here: forms.office.com/r/XqHZd1rw1A

Marking the end of an era, with genuine gratitude for the over 600k views on my blog over the past 17 years. It's time for something NEW! carmenjoyimes.blogspot.com/2025/08/turn...

New Substack post and video just dropped on the Image of God! It's not what you think... Post: open.substack.com/pub/carmenjo... Video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=PSpG...

{Drum roll, please...} Introducing my new Substack newsletter! I want to gather with others around an open Bible, seeking to understand it better and to respond faithfully. Subscribe for free by clicking the link and posts will arrive in your inbox. carmenjoyimes.substack.com?r=31fwc3&utm...

Tuesday came & went without a post from me because I was off the grid. Did you lament the absence of #torahtuesday? Then it's time to subscribe so you don't miss anything! Today's book recommendations are about how to lament faithfully. www.youtube.com/watch?v=1pn3...

So excited that one of the best books on gender roles in the New Testament is coming to SeminaryNow! I found Cindy Westfall's book Paul & Gender so enlightening. You can sign up for full access to her video course here: Discount code: IMES25 for 25% off! seminarynow.co/paul-and-gender-imes

Today’s video surveys the best books on Old Testament Theology. As usual, I have recommendations for beginners, intermediate, and doctoral students. I hope it’s helpful to those who want to find their way through the weeds! www.youtube.com/watch?v=pvvt...

Can fiction help us understand the Bible better? I think so, and here's how: www.youtube.com/watch?v=R_la...

Why did God harden Pharaoh's heart? I sat down with Kaitlyn Schiess over at the Holy Post to talk about what's going on in Exodus. open.spotify.com/episode/7knt...

Today I'm sharing my top resources for understanding New Testament backgrounds (Greco-Roman culture, etc). What books did I leave out that you would recommend? #torahtuesday #bestbooks #toptwobooks www.youtube.com/watch?v=WcdS...

Last week I had the joy of joining Pastor Char Brodersen (Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa) on KWAVE radio's Pastor's Perspective to answer listener questions. I learn so much from his pastoral approach! Doing this helps me develop better ways to answer tough questions. www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qg_0...

For anyone who's missing #TorahTuesday today, here's a short piece I wrote for @ourdailybreadcincy.bsky.social on encountering God in Exodus. We need to encounter him over and over if we want to become like him. www.odbm.org/en/discovery...

This week I'm offering my Top Two recommendations for books on Old Testament Backgrounds for beginners, intermediate, and doctoral-level Bible readers. As always, Hearts and Minds Books is offering 20% all the books in print! Link: www.youtube.com/watch?v=IMSa... #torahtuesday #bestbooks

I thought you might want to know that Barnes & Noble is having a sale on preorders RIGHT NOW until 7/11. You can get 25% off my book with code PREORDER25 online. www.barnesandnoble.com @ivpacademic.bsky.social @barnesandnoble.com

This week's "Top Two" book recommendations video is on Reading Biblical Poetry -- the Psalms, Prophets, Job, Proverbs, and more! I used to struggle with poetry in the Bible, but now I love it, thanks to these resources. #torahtuesday #toptwobooks www.youtube.com/watch?v=UQfG...

Immigration news in Los Angeles. Can this be the USA?

Last week's video was a smash hit, generating 1500 new subs and almost 30k views! This week I'm highlighting the work of Walter Brueggemann by recommending the two books that have taught me the most. www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bj2K... #toptwobooks #walterbrueggemann

Sale Alert: 40% my published dissertation at @Eisenbrauns for the next 5 days! Code: RBL40 www.eisenbrauns.org/10-day-sale....

Excited to share my new summer video series with you! Today I'm highlighting 6 books that have the potential to change the way you read the Bible (in a good way!). Click the link to watch! www.youtube.com/watch?v=6ry9... #toptwobooks

It took me a few weeks to choke this one out: a tribute to my dear mentor, Dr. Karl Kutz, who is now with Jesus. I still can't believe he's gone. carmenjoyimes.blogspot.com/2025/06/reme...

It's Torah Tuesday! Today we're wrapping up Exodus 24 with Moses' 40-day stint in God's presence on top of Mt. Sinai. I also announce what's coming next on my channel this summer. Some of you have been asking for this for a long time! #torahtuesday www.youtube.com/watch?v=EOHm...

I was honored to join Talbot School of Theology's Dean of Faculty, Dr. Scott Rae, on Think Biblically this week (filling in for Sean McDowell) to talk about AI chatbot romances, frozen embryos, jail conditions, and the deaths of @Jenlyell and Walter Brueggemann. open.spotify.com/episode/2ZK7...

It's Torah Tuesday! What does it mean that Moses and the elders saw God? Why didn't everyone get to go up the mountain? www.youtube.com/watch?v=azn7...

It's Torah Tuesday! Today we get into the bloody ritual at the base of Mt. Sinai. So much symbolism and relevance for Christian theology. Check it out: www.youtube.com/watch?v=1zA1...

FYI - My published dissertation is on sale 40% off with discount code RBL25! www.eisenbrauns.org/10-day-sale....

Currently hanging out in the Nashville airport, where every 100 ft. there's more live music. I wasn't here to sing, but I did record my favorite interview EVER... coming to Netflix and the big screen this fall! Stay tuned for more details. #bestjobintheworld

It's Torah Tuesday! This week we're starting Exodus 24, where the covenant is ratified. So much to learn in this significant chapter! I also make a personal announcement. #torahtuesday www.youtube.com/watch?v=pSMg...

It's Torah Tuesday! We're wrapping up Exodus 23. I'm floating a new idea about the reason God says he'll sent "the hornet" ahead of them. What do you think? Or do you have another idea? #torahtuesday www.youtube.com/watch?v=9c03...

So grateful that I've been awarded tenure at Biola University. Year 4 was special: I was surprised to receive the Provost Faculty Award for Excellence in Scholarship and was also promoted within rank to Associate Professor Level 3. Very glad to be here!

Delighted to be joining the Canadian Baptists of Western Canada in Alberta for their Assembly later this week! I'll be speaking on the Lord's Prayer. cbwc.ca/events/assem...

Just finished final readthrough & correction of 'Becoming God's Family: Why the Church Still Matters' for @ivpacademic.bsky.social. I'll record the audiobook in July plus a video course for SeminaryNow. Launch team in August. I hope this book encourages many! www.amazon.com/Becoming-God...

Pastors: feeling stuck on shepherding a polarized congregation? Caleb has put together a great lineup of coaches to help you rethink politics and engage your congregation more effectively.

It's Torah Tuesday! We've arrived at Exodus 23:20, so I'm offering a re-cap of the Paula White brush-up last month and considering who the "angel" might be. Have you subscribed yet? #torahtuesday www.youtube.com/watch?v=N2nf...

What can we learn from the women of Exodus? So. Much. www.cbeinternational.org/resource/the...

Torah Tuesday Bonus: Is posting the Ten Commandments in public schools the best way to restore our nation's moral foundation? Here's why I don't think so. It might have worked for a previous generation that had been raised in church, but not anymore. www.christianitytoday.com/2025/05/ten-...

It's Torah Tuesday! Today we're wrapping up the Covenant Scroll w/ Exodus 23:14-19 -- the festival instructions. Have you ever wondered about Jewish festivals and what they signify? Here's a brief introduction. Also, why cheeseburgers are not kosher. #torahtuesday www.youtube.com/watch?v=YF1Y...

An excellent article by my colleague, Dr. Charlie Trimm, on the various words describing foreigners / immigrants in the Hebrew Bible. This should be required reading for anyone who wants to engage in conversation about the Bible's approach to this question. www.logos.com/grow/hall-bi...

It's Torah Tuesday! What does Sabbath have to do with immigrants? Watch for wordplay and biblical teaching with contemporary relevance. www.youtube.com/watch?v=_1Ru...

A Torah Tuesday bonus: @christianitytoday.com interviewed me on the question of due process with deportations. The Torah definitely has something to say about this, and it should shape the values of Christians engaging politically. www.christianitytoday.com/2025/04/kilm...

In July I'll be heading to Chicagoland to film a course for SeminaryNow on #BecomingGodsFamily! Have you checked out the suite of courses available on their streaming platform? They're 🔥🎯💝!! We've appreciated them so much. Book releases Oct 28, 2025. @ivpacademic.bsky.social