We are a couple of Bearded Bible Brothers, from another mother, who are excited to talk Bible and Life together. Please join our casual conversations on scripture, its application, relationships, and so much more.
Matt Croswhite & Josiah Marshall
Matt and Josiah talk about life changes that have occurred or are about to happen. Josiah also discusses a word study he did on Genesis 23:1. Be sure to stick around to the end for a special message from Josiah.
Matt and Josiah discuss suffering and how we can suffer well.
Matt and Josiah discuss more about the expectations of marriage. Their conversation includes topics of active listening, self-reliance/reliance, and Mr. Fix-it mentalities. 1 Peter 3:1-7 is their scriptural focal point. Josiah references Rabbi Zvi Abraham's article entitled Where are you coming from and where are you going?
Matt and Josiah discuss Marriage, Divorce, Abuse, Remarriage, and Puns. Josiah recommends Eitan Bar's book "Christian and Divorced: What the Bible REALLY says about divorce and remarriage."
Matt and Josiah discuss Marriage, Divorce, Abuse, Remarriage, and Puns. Josiah mentioned the book "Christian and Divorced: What the Bible REALLY says about divorce and remarriage" by Eitan Bar.
Matt and Josiah talk about the anniversary of the attack on Israel and updated news of the Israeli War. Also, Matt shares about his family's plans to move to Israel.
Matt and Josiah discuss the role knowledge plays in the lives of believers and non-believers alike.
Matt and Josiah ask the question what is a circumcised heart, and discuss a response Josiah wrote for an assignment with Awakening School of Theology.
Matt and Josiah return to discuss their summer and the future of the show.
Matt and Josiah have a fun and thoughtful conversation about Dr. Michael Heiser and his influence in their lives. Dr. Michael Heiser YouTube ChannelNaked Bible Podcast
Matt and Josiah conclude their discussion on the 10 Sayings (10 Commandments).
Two sources used in the episode:Chaim Bentorahs Hebrew Word Study: Ten Sayings – Aseret Ha'Dibrot articleRabbi Menachem Posner The Ten Commandments articleAdditional material:The Ten Commandments: The Torah's Blueprint
Matt and Josiah talk about Jewish Marriage, the Decalogue, and what it means to be a sharecropper.
Matt and Josiah discuss the podcast so far. What they have learned, how they have grown, and what they look forward to doing going forward.
Matt and Josiah start a new series on the Ten Commandments. They discuss the similarities in the narrative of Exodus 2 and Exodus 18.
Matt and Josiah have another fun episode. They share some of their favorite TV Shows.
Matt and Josiah enjoy banter. In this episode, they have a fun conversation about movies and thoughts.
Matt and Josiah discuss the word Christian and how it is defined today.
Matt and Josiah get into the weighty topic of bullying and harassment in the church. Josiah draws upon the experience a friend of his went through with bullying and harassment at a church.
Blue Letter BibleRoot Connections in the Torah - Rabbi Tzvi Matisyahu AbrahamsLight the Menorah - Rev. John Ferret
Matt and Josiah welcome everyone back as they continue in their discussion on the Lord's Prayer. Please don't hesitate to write in with any thoughts, questions or concerns.
Matt and Josiah are taking the month of December off of recording. See you next year!
Matt and Josiah had the unbridled pleasure of recording together face to face while sitting in Josiah's car in Southern Idaho's Mountains. In this episode, they continue their discussion on the Lord's Prayer. They also cover Israeli schooling in the Second Temple Period.
Matt and Josiah continue in their discussion of the Lord's Prayer. Today they move on to "Hallowed be Your Name."
Matt and Josiah continue their conversation about the Lord's prayers. Today they finish talking about "Our Father" and move on to "who is in heaven."
Matt and Josiah begin a new conversation about the Lord's Prayer. They discuss the elements of Jewish Prayer but can't get beyond the first two words "Our Father." Enjoy the pop-culture references and Jewish Origins of the Lord's Prayer.
Josiah references two books: Presenting Jesus, the Son of Israel: A Jewish Commentary on the Gospels by Rivi LitvinNurture their Nature by Rabbi Yosef Lynn
Matt and Josiah take a break from their "Be Yourself" series to discuss their favorite Movies.
Matt and Josiah discuss the crisis in the Middle East. Matt offers a historical and up-to-date perspective on the crisis.
Matt and Josiah discuss, as the title says, how to connect with God and others by being yourself.
Matt and Josiah talk about books they recently read. Sit back...the nerdiness gets wild.
Matt and Josiah discuss a second question from a listener on how he can love, engage, and extend hospitality to a family member whose sexual orientation has changed. Matt offers insight from his background and experience as a counselor with a Graduate degree in Professional Counseling.
Matt and Josiah discuss a listener's question about how he can help homeless individuals. Josiah tells about his experience with homelessness and struggles with suicide as a young adult.
Get to know John Fornof's work through his website: https://circlecreativenow.com/The Immersive Audio Bible project will be done in partnership with https://philanthrofilms.org/
Matt and Josiah discuss translation differences and word studies to be found in the Book of Joel and Joel chapter 4.
Matt and Josiah continue their conversation on the Book of Joel. Josiah excitedly shares some connections he made between Joel 3, Gen 9:6-7 and Acts 1:18-19 & 2:17-18. Land, People, Blood, Spirit, Life, Strife, Children, Disciples are a few keywords he touches on in this convoluted, yet eye-opening zigzag through scripture.
Matt and Joel conclude their study of Joel.
Matt and Josiah continue their study of Joel with the resources and techniques outlined in the previous series.
Matt and Josiah take the tools and aids discussed in how to study the Bible and apply them to reading the Book of Joel.
Matt refers to Josiah's book The Miracle of a Lifetime. It is available on all e-reader platforms and in paperback.
Websites, Programs, and Apps:Torah ClassMy Jewish LearningBlue Letter BibleSefariaPinchas Shir E-zine and Video LecturesHebrew Bible Study & Translation AppLogos Bible Study ProgramAppIsrael Bible CenterBiblical TrainingWrite It! HebrewAids for Kids - Audio & Video:Adventures in Odyssey - Bible EpisodesJonathan Park Audio AdventuresPatterns of Evidence Young ExplorersThe Adventum - Bible Stories Come AliveBimBamBible ProjectYour Story HourPodcasts:Israel Bible CenterBema PodcastMeaningful JudaismA Book Like No OtherContext MattersThe Naked BibleExploring My Strange BibleAuthors:Rabbi David FohrmanCraig EvansDr. Eli Lizorkin-EyezenbergBrad YoungMark NanosRabbi Jonathan SacksMichael HeiserDr. Juan Marcos Bejarano-Gutierrez, RabbiGeorge RobinsonRabbi Lenore BohmVictor StrazhnikBible Translations:Complete Jewish Study BibleLiving TreeNASBJPS Study BibleCommentaries:RashiMidrash Say'sCraig Keener Commentary SetJPS Torah Commentary SetThe JPS Jewish Heritage Torah Commentary
Josiah mentions Dr. Cyndi Parker and her class "Listen to the Land" available on Biblical Training and Israel Bible Center.
Matt's and Josiah's recommended text for today's episode is Rabbi David Fohrman's Genesis: A Parsha Companion.Additional information on Chiasms can be found in the following youtube videos:Writing with Andrew: Chiasmus - Repetition with a TwistMasterpiece Bible: What is a Chiastic StructureTanach Study: Rabbi David Fohrman - Moshe & Tsiporah at the Inn: Shemot's Most Mysterious Story
Josiah highly recommends George Robinson's Essential Torah: A Complete Guide to the Five Books of Moses.
Matt and Josiah host John Fornof. Dubbed the "Radio Drama Man", "Audio Drama Renassaince Man," and "The Spielberg of Audio Drama", John tells about his work in audio drama, as well as the project his career has been building up to - Immersive Audio Bible. Unfortunately, we had some technical difficulties with Josiah's volume. Please bear with us as we continue to work out kinks.
Matt and Josiah have an update on the ban on bibles in Utah's Davis County Elementary and Middle schools.
Matt and Josiah talk and laugh about some of their favorite moments growing up and their go-to for comedians. Enjoy the laugh!
Matt and Josiah discuss recent news regarding the Bible in Utah and Christian persecution.
Matt and Josiah conclude their discussion on the church. They look forward to receiving your thoughts, questions, and comments. Please email them to beardedbiblebrothers@gmail.com.
Matt and Josiah discuss the men and women who have had the greatest impact on their lives. Unfortunately, our attempts to correct some technical glitches didn't work. Please bear with us as we continue to learn.