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The Snakebird podcast exists to reach, teach, examine, and explore Biblical topics in relevant, entertaining short and long-form discussions. The goal is to tackle a wide variety of topics from the simplest of doctrines to the more debated biblical complexities with the intention of stirring up a hunger and desire for truth in this world. In this information age, where so many ideas compete for center stage, the need for truth has never been greater. Our mission is really all in the name - t ...
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After 131 episodes, hours of studying, debating, laughing, and growing, we've found ourselves in a busy season of life without the time it takes to diligently prepare for and present the material in a manner we consider worthy for the Snakebird Podcast. In light of that, we've decided to hit pause on the show and give ourselves time to do what we n…
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Join us as we introduce a brand new format - Snakebird Shorts. In these bite-sized segments, Josh or Steve will take on a subject that stands out to us from life, pop culture, the news, etc., in relation to Jesus, Christianity, faith or overall general Snakebirdiness. In this first short, Josh shares a gospel-revealing experience he encountered in …
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It’s time for another great OT profile! Today’s episode turns the spotlight on the character Jephthah who lived in the time of the Judges. If you’re a fan of action-packed drama-comedies (or dramadies if you will), then this will be a story for you as we unravel the tale of an outcast turned national leader who leaves a legacy to admire in a time w…
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It’s time for another great OT profile! Today’s episode turns the spotlight on the character Jephthah who lived in the time of the Judges. If you’re a fan of action-packed drama-comedies (or dramadies if you will), then this will be a story for you as we unravel the tale of an outcast turned national leader who leaves a legacy to admire in a time w…
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Lucky number seven! Seventh day that is. That’s right, this episode is centered on the Sabbath day we read about so often in scripture. While this topic could lead down many deep roads of study, we will be taking a broad look at what the sabbath meant, and means, for us today. Please join us as we unravel this ever-growing concept that will eventua…
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Have you ever had trouble figuring out if something was real or fake? In our current age it’s nearly impossible to decipher the authentic from the artificial sometimes as we hear of scams, fake news, and even everyday items we buy that are sold with fake branding. Well, in today’s episode we will see that there can even be fake Christians who pose …
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It’s time for another profile! Today’s episode will be zooming in on a character who received two personal letters from Paul himself that made it into the pages of scripture. The story of Timothy starts when he is a young man and is believed to span over 20 years as we see this protégé of Paul develop into a faithful and strong leader in the early …
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Have you ever had the feeling that you’re just a bad Christian? Maybe it’s an unhealthy practice, a recurring sin, or a feeling where we simply feel inadequate as a follower of Christ. There are many reasons that these thoughts can enter the Christian’s mind, and in today’s episode we will be discussing how to properly deal with and consider such e…
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Have you ever had the feeling that you’re just a bad Christian? Maybe it’s an unhealthy practice, a recurring sin, or a feeling where we simply feel inadequate as a follower of Christ. There are many reasons that these thoughts can enter the Christian’s mind, and in today’s episode we will be discussing how to properly deal with and consider such e…
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Greetings Snakebirds! Today we have the honor of addressing yet another listener question sent in regarding church unity. With so many denominations and sects within Christianity, it’s no surprise to see the various divisions that spring up in local and global circles of the faith. Are divisions ever necessary? Is there middle ground? How can we br…
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Greetings Snakebirds! Today we have the honor of addressing yet another listener question sent in regarding church unity. With so many denominations and sects within Christianity, it's no surprise to see the various divisions that spring up in local and global circles of the faith. Are divisions ever necessary? Is there middle ground? How can we br…
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Love is in the air and so is Snakebird. Join us as we take a walk down lover's lane examining perfect pairings in the Bible. Our goal is to get those brain juices flowing and make sure we have a good balance and mixture of both of these "pairings" in every aspect of our lives. As always, if you feel like we missed any, please let us know on Faceboo…
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Love is in the air and so is Snakebird. Join us as we take a walk down lover's lane examining perfect pairings in the Bible. Our goal is to get those brain juices flowing and make sure we have a good balance and mixture of both of these "pairings" in every aspect of our lives. As always, if you feel like we missed any, please let us know on Faceboo…
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How did the children of Israel determine the will of God in the Old Testament? Find out as we explore the all too mysterious Urim and Thummim, gemstones used to ascertain God’s direction for the people. Journey with us as we discuss possible theories on how they operated, who had access to them, what happened to them and more. If there’s anything t…
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How did the children of Israel determine the will of God in the Old Testament? Find out as we explore the all too mysterious Urim and Thummim, gemstones used to ascertain God’s direction for the people. Journey with us as we discuss possible theories on how they operated, who had access to them, what happened to them and more. If there’s anything t…
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The audio for this previously released episode did not match the content, so we are re-releasing this never-heard-before profile on an intriguing OT character, enjoy! Commander, mighty man of valor, respected by his servants, leper… (cue the record scratch!!). Meet Naaman, a foreign general with a terrible infirmity - one that will eat and decay hi…
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It’s our second mailbag episode! If you’ll recall our previous installment, this is a new type of episode where we answer shorter questions that listeners ask or are curious about. In today’s discussion we will be considering three questions that Josh and Steve have recently received regarding a skeptical stance toward scripture through: 1) “Names”…
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Every year we start off with resolutions declaring how we will do things differently as we reflect on the previous year. While New Year’s resolutions are a great way to turn a new leaf, they will often times simmer out if we don’t have our mind right from the get-go. In this episode we will be getting back to the basics as we dissect the root that …
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Hey Snakebirds, it’s that time again where we focus in on the reason for the season! Except this time, we are going to look at the birth of our Savior from a little different angle than usual. In this three-person profile we will be looking at the time period of Jesus’ birth through the eyes of three specific individuals that the Gospel of Luke zer…
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Hey Snakebirds, it’s that time again where we focus in on the reason for the season! Except this time, we are going to look at the birth of our Savior from a little different angle than usual. In this three-person profile we will be looking at the time period of Jesus’ birth through the eyes of three specific individuals that the Gospel of Luke zer…
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For a podcast that encourages people to have the mind of both snake and bird, this subject might seem contradictory at first. Upon further examination we will discover how scripture deals with this particular state of mind, and how we as Christians should understand this slippery slope of thinking. Tag along as we enter another “heart-check” territ…
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What a concept – “dying to self”. What exactly does this mean? Why is it needed? This is a discussion extremely relevant for us today as our culture seems to be moving in the opposite direction of this Biblical description of what happens to all believers as they progress in Christ. Please join us we discover how this idea really is a progression r…
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That’s right, you’re reading this correctly. We are taking on the unusual topic of giving thanks in late November. While every year this topic inevitably comes around, it really is important. Giving thanks is not only one of the main examples that Jesus directly gave us, it's also a lifestyle that should be very visible in every Christian. Please j…
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It’s that time again, and this is one you don’t want to miss! In this profile we are examining the Old Testament character Mephibosheth. This story hits every base with moments of betrayal, forgiveness, redemption, and humility as we see the most unlikely events unfold in the lives of people from all walks of life. There’s something for everyone in…
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Have you ever heard someone say “I’m no Saint”? Well, us too! In today’s episode we will be discussing who saints are and take a look at some that have gone before us. With the first of November being a long-held day of remembering saints, we look forward to the application and understanding we can glean from these fantastic pioneers of the faith. …
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Have you ever heard someone say “I’m no Saint”? Well, us too! In today’s episode we will be discussing who saints are and take a look at some that have gone before us. With the first of November being a long-held day of remembering saints, we look forward to the application and understanding we can glean from these fantastic pioneers of the faith. …
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Have you ever had a vision of where your life was going? Made plans to accomplish set goals for the future? It’s something we all do to one degree or another, but often times we will arrive at certain points in our life where we look back and say, “Wow! This does not feel like I thought it would…” In today’s topic we consider the reality of life ne…
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It’s that time again! In this Snakebird profile we will examine the life of the character… uh, well, we don’t really know his name for sure, but he has become one of the famous highlighted people in scripture healed by Jesus. Join us as we unravel this amazing story and all of the deep truths that Jesus reveals surrounding this healing. Edit... his…
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In this episode we discuss a topic that has become too often common place in the Bible, yet fairytales to the world. Miracles. Were they real? Are they real? And if they are, what is their real purpose? God has used miracles throughout the ages, and through our discussion in this topic we hope to unpack the why and when the miraculous is employed.…
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Join us in a new episode format called “Snakebird Mailbag”! A mailbag episode is a compilation of shorter topics/questions sent in from you the listener. Starting us off on this first mailbag episode are three specific questions that Josh and Steve have heard recently. 1) Should we call God “Daddy”? 2) What is God’s heart toward premarital sin? 3) …
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People love to hear those heart-warming teachings from Jesus like “don’t worry about tomorrow” or “cast all your burdens on Him”, but what about the more difficult things that Jesus taught? The things that make us question a little deeper what it means to be a true follower? In this episode we dive into the truths, and misunderstandings, of some of…
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People love to hear those heart-warming teachings from Jesus like “don’t worry about tomorrow” or “cast all your burdens on Him”, but what about the more difficult things that Jesus taught? The things that make us question a little deeper what it means to be a true follower? In this episode we dive into the truths, and misunderstandings, of some of…
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What to do first? Is there really a priority list to be followed, or is it best to just carve out our own way? In this episode we discuss priorities in a Christian’s life and talk about the various thoughts people have had over the years as to what healthy priorities should be for a believer. We hope you enjoy what we discuss as you reflect on what…
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Everyone’s favorite topic - Sin. It’s a subject that has spurned debate among secular and religious minds alike. Are we all born with it? If so, what does a sin nature mean for all walks of life? Is there only one way to deal with it? In this episode we address the various thoughts and deeper questions of God’s justice, mercy, and solution relating…
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Commander, mighty man of valor, respected by his servants, leper… (cue the record scratch!!). Meet Naaman, a foreign general with a terrible infirmity - one that will eat and decay his body from the inside out until there is nothing left. His trajectory is changed by one little girl who makes the suggestion that the God of Israel can change his pre…
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It’s a concept that’s mentioned in the New Testament three different times by possibly two different authors - spiritual milk for the baby/beginner and meat for the more advanced/mature. Join us as we take a bite into understanding the difference and examine what is what, and what we should be getting a healthy diet of at this stage in our walk wit…
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This is it! The final episode… of summer 2021. We apologize for goofing - this is definitely not the last episode of Snakebird, we’re just getting started. What this is though, is a discussion about things in our lives ending and how, we as snakebirds, can embrace change with grace and wisdom. Are you going through change right now? Then this is ep…
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The early church is flourishing and people are giving selflessly to provide for those who are without… enter Ananias and Sapphira, a couple with a plot of land, and a plot to deceive those around them for some recognition and accolades. Will their plan succeed? Find out as we tell their story on this sobering Snakebird Profile.…
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