Baqash: Exploring the Old Testament

We start with Gideon.  We think we know the story, but as Scott and Don learn, there is so much more to the man.  And in some cases, so much less.

Fast Forward to the 15 minute mark to avoid the banter. Some content of this book might not be suitable for all audiences. There are a lot of descriptions of violence, sex, and what one might call "bathroom humor". While we try our best to handle this with tact, there might be some things that require listener discretion!    Deborah writes a victory song with some pretty deep lyrics.  Oh, and we are now recommended by a couple of colleges :-)

Some content of this book might not be suitable for all audiences. There are a lot of descriptions of violence, sex, and what one might call "bathroom humor". While we try our best to handle this with tact, there might be some things that require listener discretion!    Anyone up for a nice stake? This week we are going to look at a strong warrior - but it might not be who you think it is. In this podcast, we discuss the dangers of camping. And battle. As always, thanks for listening!  

Some content of this book might not be suitable for all audiences. There are a lot of descriptions of violence, sex, and what one might call "bathroom humor". While we try our best to handle this with tact, there might be some things that require listener discretion!   Welp. Here comes the potty problems. We discuss the (big) differences between a duvet and a bidet. Then we go on to discuss one of the more infamous stories from the book of Judges. This is the episode that has it all. Bathrooms, self-made knives, oxgoads used as weapons and so on. Just another day in the ancient promised land. As always, thanks for listening!

After a brief discussion about chapter and verse numbers, we talk about how things get darker before they get darker... Some content of this book might not be suitable for all audiences. There are a lot of descriptions of violence, sex, and what one might call "bathroom humor". While we try our best to handle this with tact, there might be some things that require listener discretion! 

We begin our study in Judges after the death of Joshua, and Israel has some unfinished business. They always will have unfinished business....But that is beside the point. Remember: Some content of this book might not be suitable for all audiences. There are a lot of descriptions of violence, sex, and what one might call "bathroom humor". While we try our best to handle this with tact, there might be some things that require listener discretion!  As always, thanks for listenting!

Happy New Year!  We are starting this year off with a new book, Judges!  A quick note: Some content of this book might not be suitable for all audiences. There are a lot of descriptions of violence, sex, and what one might call "bathroom humor". While we try our best to handle this with tact, there might be some things that require listener discretion! 

It is the end of Ezekiel!  Thank you for joining us in this marathon of a book!  We look forward to bringing you the Book of Judges in 2024!  Enjoy and we will see you soon!

We are nearing the end of the book!  After this there is only one chapter left!  Thanks for listening and please let us know what you think about our next book: Judges (coming soon!).

The guys discuss the glory returning to the temple and a restored priesthood. Get your notebooks ready as we examine a lot of measurements. Also...I know this episode is released in October, so pay no attention to the discussions about spring break.  As always, thanks for listening!

Get out your tape measures!  Lets look at the temple through the eyes of Ezekiel! 

Oh, mahgog.  Today we talk about microphones (you can skip that if ya need to) and start talking about good ol' Gog and MaGog.  As always, thanks for listening! 

The. Valley. Of. Dry. Bones.  This is the most famous chapter in the entire book (and probably top ten in the Old Testament)!  Sit back as Scott and Don analyze one of their favorite passages of Scripture of all time.  As always, thanks for listening.

Judgment for God's enemies and more restoration for his people. Join us in this two chapter extravaganza!  And, as usual, Mac or PC?

This chapter takes a beautiful look at God's restoration of Israel. Join us as we walk through this chapter full of hope and promise.

The Intermission. If a book of the Bible ever had an intermission, it is Ezekiel. We look at his renewed call and banter about kids braces. Thanks for listening.

What happened in Egypt should have stayed in Egypt. And not be brought into the promised land...Join us as we discuss Youtube fame, the depths of Sheol, and the lament over Pharaoh. As always, thanks for listening. 

We are back from Spring Break!  For making you wait so long, here are chapters 30 and 31 in one episode! Enjoy!   

Tattoos and God judging Egypt. This podcast really does have everything.

Do you read books? Mistborn? Grisham? Well, you will find out what the guys are reading. Oh, and they will take time to talk about the judgment of Tyre in the form of a funeral dirge.  As always, thanks for listening!   

We continue our journey through Ezekiel and start to talk about Tyre. See, Tyre was talking a little trash and is about to get their due. It is not going to work out well for them. If you want to pass the banter, go to the 11 minute mark. Otherwise, thanks for listening!   

You get a judgment! And YOU get a judgment! Everyone (especially Tyre) Gets a judgment!  With over 16 hours available to record, the guys deliver a little bit of a shorter one this week - but a good one!    Thanks for listening all year and we are excited to finish 2022 how we started, studying the Bible.  

After Don cleared off the SD card, the recording could continue!  Join us as we go through chapter 25 as God reminds other nations that He is the Lord.  As always, thanks for listening!

The podcast tour continues as Don and Scott podcast from Don's home. In chapter 24, God makes a stew and Ezekiel mourns a huge loss.   As always, thanks for listening!  

What better way to be welcomed back from a break than being compared to adulterous sisters and getting scandalous tattoos?  Thanks, as always, for listening as we journey through this amazing book. 

Israel finds out (spoiler?) that God is going to pour out his wrath on them.  God gives us his reasons why and they might not be 100% what you are thinking.  Thanks for listening as always!  

Sitting among a large amount of legos, Don and Scott discuss the sword of the Lord and apocalyptic literature.  As always, thanks for listening!

When God enacts judgment, he also delivers it through his chosen tools. In the Old Testament, this was often done by rival nations. And also often from the babylonians. Thanks for listening as we podcast, for the first time, from Don's basement. 

There is a pattern of judgment and restoration in Israel that the prophets often discuss. It is clearly set up here. We will examine the rebellion first and then move on to the renewal. As always, thanks for listening!

Good night, not so sweet prince. This episode looks at the a poem about Israel and her many transgressions. It is also recorded in a house with a smoke alarm that likes to beep. 

While podcasting from an undisclosed location, Don and Scott discover cool audio equipment while discussing sour grapes and obedience. As always, thanks for listening. 

If you don't like banter, fast forward to the 12 minute mark :-). This episode, Don and Scott talk about all of their plans to move and what that has to do with two eagles and a vine. If anything at all.   

Warning - while we are discussing the Bible, sometimes words or concepts come up that might not be suitable for younger listeners. Listener discretion is advised.  Sometimes we just need to get put in our place. Hearing the truth might be hard, but we should never overlook redemption. 

Warning - while we are discussing the Bible, sometimes words or concepts come up that might not be suitable for younger listeners. Listener discretion is advised.  Jerusalem is compared to the vine. But not a good, growing vine. Things get a little dark, but we discuss it all anyway.  Thanks for listening. 

Idolatry brings inescapable judgment. This is a tough subject the guys examined back in the old days of 2021. That is how long it takes Don to edit and post these....

To start out, you get to hear Don remix a voicemail. But if that is not your flavor, skip the banter and start at the 11-minute mark. Otherwise, enjoy the condemnation of false prophets.     

Ezekiel leans into his identity as the Prop Prophet as he packs his bag and tunnels through the walls. This episode was recorded last spring - so, don't worry, Don's estimates of when his house would be ready in the pre-banter were waaaaaay wrong.   Thanks for listening and enjoy! 

What is in a middle name? If you don't care, fast forward to about the 11-minute mark. Also, we cover chapters 10 and 11 while leaving you with a cliffhanger for chapter 12. As always, thanks for listening.  

In this episode, we discuss the biggest snow of the year! Yes, we recorded it that long ago (insert facepalm emoji). This episode paints a vivid picture of what God's judgment looks like. It even ends on an ominous note. But don't worry, there is hope. Thanks for listening. 

BANTER WARNING: These guys drone on and on until about the 14:40 mark. If you want to skip all that noise, fast forward to there.   Other than that, the episode was created around Christmas time. Just ignore any references to snow and enjoy reading about the wrath of God....er...yeah. 

Scott won't share his name, video games can be compared to Ezekiel, and judgment is coming. All in all, fun episode! 

Don has allergies, Scott thinks it is something worse. Ezekiel gets a haircut. 

Don and Scott have not been to jail. And Ezekiel is about to get really skinny.   Enjoy our latest episode and thanks for listening. 

Today we have a shorter episode, but it is still packed with all the fun of becoming a future prop-prophet. 

We cover a lot of ground while discussing some of those tasty, tasty scrolls. 

We start with Dora the Explorer, discuss chapter one, and end with the Lord's Prayer. If you want to skip the Dora part, start the pod at 9:28 to get to the good stuff.  

We are happy to (finally) start a new book. In this episode, we give background on the book and some resources. We are really excited to share what we learn with you. As always, thanks for listening. 

Repentance leads to refreshing. Today we are examining Joel and what repenting looks like and what that eschatological passage really means.  

Don has a sinus infection. Scott says it's COVID. All this while they discuss the spiritual and physical battles in the Ancient Near East. Or, as we like to say, just another episode. 

Eviction notices, the book of Job, and finally, a discussion of lament.  Thanks, as always, for listening. Enjoy our latest!

Welcome to the Book of Joel!  We start this new year and (short) book off by talking a bit about the history of Joel and then diving right in.  As always, thanks for listening. Feel free to leave comments, feedback, etc.!