Best Dr Michael S Heiser Podcasts (2023)

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Story / Symbol / Spirit

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45. Jacob’s Strange Marriage - Gen. 29:1-30 51:45

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Jacob has been sent to Rebekah’s kinfolk to find a wife and begin his family, but he is soon immersed in way more than he bargained for… What will his relationship be to his uncle, Laban? Will he find a wife? Why are we still talking so much about water and wells? All this and more, this week on Story / Symbol / Spirit. Hosted by John McCambridge a…

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44. Thanksgiving Devotional 16:14

6d ago16:14

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We have gone through 28 chapters so far this calendar year. As we approach Thanksgiving, a holiday specifically designed to orient our minds towards gratitude, Jackie and John discuss the following question: How has what we have gone through so far in the Bible heightened our gratitude for God? Hosted by John McCambridge and Jackie Mitchell. --- St…

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43. The Stairway to Heaven - Gen. 28 43:21

9d ago43:21

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This week we see Jacob, blessed by Isaac, go to Rebekah’s family to find a wife. As he travels towards Harran, he has a strange dream where he sees a staircase go from the ground into the heavens. What are these stairs? What is the meaning of this dream? Why does Jacob build an altar? Hosted by John McCambridge and Jackie Mitchell. --- Story / Symb…

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The Church Split

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Ep 219 - Responding to Matt Dillahunty WALKING OUT of Debate With Andrew Wilson 1:50:47

12d ago1:50:47

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The Church Split provides their thoughts on Matt Dillahunty storming out of a debate when called out by Andrew Wilson's opening statement. Was this inappropriate for Matt? Was this wrong of Andrew? Find out what we think in this episode.By thechurchsplit

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The Church Split

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Ep 218 - What is Evanescent Grace? 1:03:57

14d ago1:03:57

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We dive into the topic of Temporal or Evanescent Grace, a doctrine in Calvinism that states God enlightens non-elect so they appear to be believers to themselves and others, but only for a time, before they are judged for their inevitable unbelief. We discuss the logical conclusions of this, how to handle apostates within Calvinism and out, and ans…

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Story / Symbol / Spirit

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42. Rebekah - Deceiver or Hero? - Gen. 27 50:13

16d ago50:13

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This week we see what is commonly described as Jacob’s deception of Esau. But as we will see, it is pretty clear that it is Rebekah’s idea. Why does she move to ensure Jacob is the one who receives the blessing? Why does Isaac want to give the blessing to Esau? What will this mean for the relationship between Jacob and Esau going forward? Hosted by…

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The Church Split

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Ep 217 - Romans 9 and the Story Paul was Telling (Interview with author Dr. Jonathan Williams) 1:19:18

22d ago1:19:18

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Will and Brian interview Pastor and Author Dr. Jonathan Williams about his new book on Romans 9, Romans 9 And The Story Paul Was Telling. Dr. Williams discusses his ministry about using the Bible Stories to bring people to Christ and applies this same methodology to his exegesis of Romans 9.By thechurchsplit

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41. Isaac, Like Abraham, Has Done Well - Gen. 26 52:26

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This week we see more drama between the family of Abraham and Abimelech. How will the seed, Isaac, fare in a famine? Will he walk faithfully and patiently in the midst of persecution like his father? If Isaac does well, the rescue mission of God is on track! Hosted by John McCambridge and Jackie Mitchell. --- Story / Symbol / Spirit is a podcast ab…

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The Church Split

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Ep 216 - Is Psalm 51:5 The Ultimate Proof Text for Original Sin? 19:41

24d ago19:41

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Brian focuses in specifically on Psalm 51:5 with regards to original sin doctrine. Whenever you have a conversation about being born guilty of Adam's sin (Original Sin Doctrine), Psalm 51:5 inevitably comes up. Brian reviews translation bias, the Hebrew origin, Samuel, David, and the historical context.…

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The Church Split

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Ep 215 - Was Michael Heiser a Polytheist? (Responding to Christian Answers for the New Age) 1:30:54

25d ago1:30:54

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Will responds to an article by Christian Answers for the New Age written by Marcia Montenegro who makes audacious claims regarding Dr. Michael Heiser's worldview.By thechurchsplit

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Story / Symbol / Spirit

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40. He Gave It All Up for Soup - The Saga of Jacob and Esau - Gen. 25:19-34 40:00

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This week we see the birth of Isaac’s twin sons, Esau and Jacob. Which one will the promise go through? What are these boys like? Who can God trust with the covenant? Hosted by John McCambridge and Jackie Mitchell. --- Story / Symbol / Spirit is a podcast about how to make sense of Scripture. The Bible is a beautiful gift from God with the power to…

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The Church Split

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Ep 214 - Israel and Hamas: Holy War and the End Times? 1:25:07

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Will and Brian live answer the question being asked of "Is this the End Times?". We also dive deeper into the Israel subject and discuss: vengeance vs self-defense, what does it mean to "support" Israel, what should the Christian do, what should the US do, and live discussions with audience questions.…

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The Church Split

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Ep 213 - Free Will is Demonic According to Mark Driscoll 1:15:02

1M ago1:15:02

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Will responds to a sermon from Mark Driscoll saying that free will is demonic. Will breaks down his claims, what those mean for Christians, and interacts with the audience.By thechurchsplit

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39. The Death of Abraham and Another Genealogy - Gen. 25:1-18 42:37

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This week we go through the first 18 verses of Genesis 25. We say goodbye to Abraham as he is buried in the Promised Land, and we see the Genealogy of Abraham’s other son, Ishmael. What is the significance of Ishmael’s genealogy? What does this genealogy have in common with the genealogy of Abraham’s brother, Nahor, in Gen. 22? Hosted by John McCam…

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The Church Split

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Ep 212 - Kerry Washington’s #mytruth 21:23

1M ago21:23

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Brian responds to NBC's article about Kerry Washington's new memoir “Thicker Than Water” where she claims to remove the shame of her abortion by telling us about it. Brian addresses her comments about her abortion, the contradictions she makes, and her idolatry of "choice".By thechurchsplit

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The Church Split

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Ep 211 - Church Hurt, Deconstruction & Apologetics on Trinity Radio 1:15:33

1M ago1:15:33

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Will went on Trinity Radio's broadcast to talk about Fundamentalism, his story, and what fundamentalism can result in. This is a re-post of that episode.By thechurchsplit

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Story / Symbol / Spirit

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38. A Wife and Family for Isaac - Gen. 24 51:36

1M ago51:36

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This week we see Abraham’s senior servant find a wife for Isaac. God’s promises start to materialize as the promised seed (Isaac) begins his family. Why is the servant instructed to go to this specific place and these specific people? Why does this event happen at a well? All that and more this week on Story / Symbol / Spirit! Hosted by John McCamb…

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The Church Split

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Ep 210 - Christianity’s Response to Israel Violence 21:14

2M ago21:14

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In our first Christian culture segment Brian discusses what is going on in Israel and how Christians should respond to violence against any people group.By thechurchsplit

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37. Mile Marker One: Genesis 1-22 1:12:29

2M ago1:12:29

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This week we pause and recap the Story / Symbol / Spirit hermeneutic, revisit the story that we have covered so far (Gen. 1-22), and answer some listener questions. Next week, we will continue our journey through the Bible! Hosted by Jackie Mitchell and John McCambridge. --- Story / Symbol / Spirit is a podcast about how to make sense of Scripture.…

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The Church Split

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Ep 209 - Rebuttal to Michael Knowles on the Sinlessness of Mary 1:04:46

2M ago1:04:46

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We respond to a Q&A part of Michael Knowles' show regarding the sinlessness of Mary, also known as Immaculate Conception. We review how this is tied to Augustinian Original Sin doctrine and how even protestants would agree with many of the points Knowles makes. We fact check Knowles' claim the church has "always believed this" by looking at some qu…

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36. The Life of Sarah and Down Payment - Gen. 23 38:02

2M ago38:02

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This week, we say goodbye to Abraham’s wife, Sarah. What will Abraham’s response be? What does this mean for the continuation of the promise? And why does Abraham insist on buying her burial plot, instead of being gifted one? Hosted by John McCambridge and Jackie Mitchell. --- Story / Symbol / Spirit is a podcast about how to make sense of Scriptur…

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Story / Symbol / Spirit

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35. The Not Sacrifice of Isaac - Gen. 22 1:02:21

2M ago1:02:21

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This week, the faith of Abraham is tested in maybe the ultimate way: through a command to sacrifice his son. Will Abraham obey? If he does, what will happen to the promised seed? And why is this chapter so Christological? Hosted by John McCambridge and Jackie Mitchell. --- Story / Symbol / Spirit is a podcast about how to make sense of Scripture. T…

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Bible in a Year (The Story) Podcast

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Day 190: Even If I Die in the Fire, I’m Yours God. 33:36

2M ago33:36

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Today we read Jeremiah 22-3 and Daniel 1-3. Resources: Daniel I. Block. (1998). The Book of Ezekiel, Chapters 25-48. Eerdmans. https://bemadiscipleship.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/BEMA+062+Daniel+Son+of+Man.pdf https://www.bemadiscipleship.com/62 Credits Podcast music by Stockaudios from Pixabay. Speaker, Dr. Rachel Bodell. Podcast Sound Engineer, A…

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Bible in a Year (The Story) Podcast

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Day 189: A Heart Enslaved Chooses Death. A Heart Surrendered is Fireproof. 30:48

2M ago30:48

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Today we read Jeremiah 18-21 and Ezekiel 48. Credits Podcast music by Stockaudios from Pixabay. Speaker, Dr. Rachel Bodell. Podcast Sound Engineer, Alan Darling. Podcast Artwork, Will Gerard.By Bible in a Year (The Story)

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Bible in a Year (The Story) Podcast

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Day 188: Reminders to Rest and What’s Really Important 24:06

2M ago24:06

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Today we read Jeremiah 16-17 and Ezekiel 45-47. Credits Podcast music by Stockaudios from Pixabay. Speaker, Dr. Rachel Bodell. Podcast Sound Engineer, Alan Darling. Podcast Artwork, Will Gerard.By Bible in a Year (The Story)

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The Church Split

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Ep 208 - BIG Life Announcement! 32:33

2M ago32:33

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Will gives a big update in his life, Brian's life, and the Church Split. Listen until the end to hear some new things coming to The Church Split!By thechurchsplit

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Bible in a Year (The Story) Podcast

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Day 187: Come Back: Anguish and a New Way Forward. 27:02

2M ago27:02

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Today we read Jeremiah 13-15 and Ezekiel 44-45. Resources: Daniel I. Block. (1998). The Book of Ezekiel, Chapters 25-48. Eerdmans. Credits Podcast music by Stockaudios from Pixabay. Speaker, Dr. Rachel Bodell. Podcast Sound Engineer, Alan Darling. Podcast Artwork, Will Gerard.By Bible in a Year (The Story)

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34. Isaac, Laughter, Exile, and the God Who Sees - Gen. 21 51:09

2M ago51:09

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This week we finally see the birth of Isaac - the true seed is here! What does Isaac mean for Ishmael and Hagar? How will God treat them now that the true seed has arrived? Hosted by John McCambridge and Jackie Mitchell. --- Story / Symbol / Spirit is a podcast about how to make sense of Scripture. The Bible is a beautiful gift from God with the po…

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Bible in a Year (The Story) Podcast

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Day 186: In Betrayal, God Wants Justice and Jeremiah Wants Vengeance… Now 32:16

2M ago32:16

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Today we read Jeremiah 11-12, and Ezekiel 40-43. Resources: Daniel I. Block. (1998). The Book of Ezekiel, Chapters 25-48. Eerdmans. Credits Podcast music by Stockaudios from Pixabay. Speaker, Dr. Rachel Bodell. Podcast Sound Engineer, Alan Darling. Podcast Artwork, Will Gerard.By Bible in a Year (The Story)

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Bible in a Year (The Story) Podcast

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Day 185: God’s Deliverance from Internal Threats 28:56

3M ago28:56

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Today we read Jeremiah 9-10, and Ezekiel 37-39. Today we read in Ezekiel about God’s deliverance, even from internal threats. We also read about God’s grace and restoration of the God-nation-land, again. Resources: Daniel I. Block. (1998). The Book of Ezekiel, Chapters 25-48. Eerdmans. Credits Podcast music by Stockaudios from Pixabay. Speaker, Dr.…

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Bible in a Year (The Story) Podcast

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Day 184: Dry Bones and Dragons 29:58

3M ago29:58

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Today we read Jeremiah 7-8, and Ezekiel 37-39. Resources: Daniel I. Block. (1998). The Book of Ezekiel, Chapters 25-48. Eerdmans. Credits Podcast music by Stockaudios from Pixabay. Speaker, Dr. Rachel Bodell. Podcast Sound Engineer, Alan Darling. Podcast Artwork, Will Gerard.By Bible in a Year (The Story)

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Bible in a Year (The Story) Podcast

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Day 183: Foreign ”gods” and Foreign ”lands” 29:25

3M ago29:25

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Today we read Jeremiah 5-6, Ezekiel 30-33. We are reminded that choosing foreign "gods" leads to defective ways (e.g., oppression) and ultimately to foreign lands and foreign people. God cannot allow evil to endure, especially if the people are claiming to bear His name in live in His land. The people are reminded of the risk they run in not listen…

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Bible in a Year (The Story) Podcast

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Day 182: Return, Faithless People. I Will Choose You. 23:54

3M ago23:54

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Today we read Jeremiah 3-4, Ezekiel 27-29. Resources: Daniel I. Block. (1998). The Book of Ezekiel, Chapters 25-48. Eerdmans. Credits Podcast music by Stockaudios from Pixabay. Speaker, Dr. Rachel Bodell. Podcast Sound Engineer, Alan Darling. Podcast Artwork, Will Gerard.By Bible in a Year (The Story)

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33. Back in Egypt (Gerar?) Again - Gen. 20 37:06

3M ago37:06

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This week Abraham and Sarah find themselves in another difficult situation with another tyrant - this time in Gerar. What are the parallels to the Egypt story from Gen. 12? Will this time be any different? Hosted by John McCambridge and Jackie Mitchell. --- Story / Symbol / Spirit is a podcast about how to make sense of Scripture. The Bible is a be…

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Bible in a Year (The Story) Podcast

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Day 181: A Hard Message to Deliver: Justice and Grace 24:34

3M ago24:34

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Today we read Jeremiah 1-2, and Ezekiel 24-26. Resources: Daniel I. Block. (1997). The Book of Ezekiel, Chapters 1–24. Eerdmans. Credits Podcast music by Stockaudios from Pixabay. Speaker, Dr. Rachel Bodell. Podcast Sound Engineer, Alan Darling. Podcast Artwork, Will Gerard.By Bible in a Year (The Story)

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Bible in a Year (The Story) Podcast

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Week 35: Review and Reflection Challenge 0:54

3M ago0:54

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This is the weekend review and reflection challenge. We'll be back on Monday! If you need to catch up, the weekend gives you the chance to do that. Remember, you can start whenever, pause whenever, but never stop listening (or reading) the Bible! Reflection challenge question: What is one or two things you learned this week from listening to the Bi…

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Bible in a Year (The Story) Podcast

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Day 180: Come Home. I Will Forgive You. 31:26

3M ago31:26

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Today we read Isaiah 64-66, and Ezekiel 22-23 Resources: Daniel I. Block. (1997). The Book of Ezekiel, Chapters 1–24. Eerdmans. Credits Podcast music by Stockaudios from Pixabay. Speaker, Dr. Rachel Bodell. Podcast Sound Engineer, Alan Darling. Podcast Artwork, Will Gerard.By Bible in a Year (The Story)

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The Church Split

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Ep 207 - Reconstructing from Religious Abuse - Interview with Julie Sigler 2:43:29

3M ago2:43:29

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We dive deep into the reconstruction story of Julie! She discusses her life growing up with an IFB father, divorce in the IFB, Hyles Anderson college, abuse, expectations of "purity" on women verses men, and then ultimately leaving the IFB. Julie's story is inspirational on what she overcame while loving Jesus the whole time. She talks about how sh…

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Bible in a Year (The Story) Podcast

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Day 179: Arraignments, Apostates, and Avenging Swords 27:02

3M ago27:02

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Today we read Isaiah 61-63, and Ezekiel 20-21. God is acting in accordance with His character, He cannot let evil endure, the cup of iniquity is full, and He will act for the sake of His reputation and His purposes. Ezekiel is making it known that Israel is one of many and their sins took root in Egypt and He will respond to infidelity and apostasy…

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Bible in a Year (The Story) Podcast

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Day 178: Teshuva is the Pre-Op to God’s Heart Surgery on His People 30:56

3M ago30:56

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Today we read Isaiah 59-60, and Ezekiel 17-19. In this story, we are reminded that repentance and returning to God are intrinsically linked in the Hebrew language "shuva" return, and "teshuva," repent. The root in both words is to return. This seems to be the described pre-operative steps toward God's gift of a new heart and a new soul, to live. Cr…

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Bible in a Year (The Story) Podcast

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Day 177: Dark Allegory to Convey a Drifted Heart and the Dark Consequences of Covenantal Defection 38:04

3M ago38:04

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Today we read Isaiah 57-58, and Ezekiel 14-16. Adult theme warning. We read a parabolic marriage metaphor with a dark allegorical twist (e.g. graphic storytelling imagery) - the marriage goes south with adultery (e.g. for pleasure) which is more frequently described as prostitution (e.g., for profit, gain, numbness). Then this story becomes differe…

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Bible in a Year (The Story) Podcast

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Day 176: The Right Response and the Wong Use of Imagination 23:46

3M ago23:46

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Today we read Isaiah 54-56, and Ezekiel 12-13. We are being reminded of the two responses to Jesus "the Servant." The first is to be humble and repent to receive God's blessing and become a transformed heart, a servant, a seed for the Messianic Kingdom. The second is to reject both "the Servant" and the servants of "the Servant." We also learn that…

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32. Fire and Brimstone: God’s Judgment of Sodom - Gen. 19 1:03:48

3M ago1:03:48

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This week we see God’s judgment of Sodom and Gomorrah. Is this fair of God? What is the deal with the angels and the men of the city? What happens to Abraham’s cousin, Lot? What is next for Lot and his family? All this and more on this week’s episode! Hosted by John McCambridge and Jackie Mitchell. --- Story / Symbol / Spirit is a podcast about how…

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The Naked Bible Podcast

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Naked Bible 479: 1 Samuel 30-31 43:54

3M ago43:54

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With Dr. Matthew Halsted After the Amalekites attacked Ziklag and took captive David's wives and other people, David and his men pursued and defeated the Amalekites, recovering all of the captives and goods. Meanwhile, Saul and his men were defeated and killed by the Philistines. David buried Saul and his sons with honor. Listen to find out how the…

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Bible in a Year (The Story) Podcast

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Week 34: Review and Reflection Challenge 0:54

3M ago0:54

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This is the weekend review and reflection challenge. We'll be back on Monday! If you need to catch up, the weekend gives you the chance to do that. Remember, you can start whenever, pause whenever, but never stop listening (or reading) the Bible! Reflection challenge question: What is one or two things you learned this week from listening to the Bi…

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The Church Split

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Ep 206 - Stealth Calvinism and How it Splits Churches 1:58:53

3M ago1:58:53

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A quick review of the "Sparkle Creed" followed by a deep dive into "Stealth Calvinism". This is a term used to describe those who hold to the doctrines of grace infiltrating churches, denying that they hold to Calvinism to maintain plausible deniability, and then using obfuscation and equivocation when questioned. We draw on a situation popularized…

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Bible in a Year (The Story) Podcast

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Day 175: God Promises a Spirit and Heart Surgery to Israel 21:32

3M ago21:32

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Today is Isaiah 50-53 and Ezekiel 10-11. Credits Podcast music by Stockaudios from Pixabay. Speaker, Dr. Rachel Bodell. Podcast Sound Engineer, Alan Darling. Podcast Artwork, Will Gerard.By Bible in a Year (The Story)

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Bible in a Year (The Story) Podcast

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Day 174: God will Be Our Sanctuary When We Are Refined in the Fires of Affliction 26:16

3M ago26:16

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Today we read Isaiah 47-49 and Ezekiel 8-9. We are being told to lift up our eyes, to remember that God can take us from the warriors that hold us captive or the idols that have our hearts. And Yes, God can take us, who have become plunder for the adversary, tested in the furnace of affliction, and retrieve us. We are reminded that God is the first…

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