The Gospel writers were witnesses and interpreters, not stenographers. We look at first-century apocalyptic expectations and the differing resurrection and ascension accounts, and ask how much confidence each claim deserves. Matthew offers an analogy: God's Spirit is a perfect song played by amateur musicians, and one melody keeps breaking through.

The 5th Gospel Podcast is hosted by Matthew and Ritah Murphy, companion to Matthew's upcoming book, The 5th Gospel. Like, share, and subscribe, and we'll connect again next time.