Bible Love is a conversation about scripture between Mary Balfour Dunlap (priest at Church of the Resurrection in Greenwood, S.C.) and Alan Bentrup (priest St. Martin-in-the-Fields in Keller, Texas).
The Bible Love: A Scripture Podcast is an exceptional podcast that has captivated my interest from the very beginning. As a devout Christian, I have always sought to deepen my understanding of the Bible, and this podcast has been an invaluable resource in that journey. Hosted by two knowledgeable and insightful individuals, Mary Balfour and her co-host, this podcast provides a unique perspective on scripture that is both educational and inspiring.
One of the best aspects of The Bible Love: A Scripture Podcast is the depth with which the hosts explore each passage of scripture. Unlike other podcasts that may rush through various verses or touch on multiple topics in one episode, Mary and her co-host take their time to study and analyze each scripture thoroughly. This allows listeners to gain a more comprehensive understanding of the text and its contextual significance. The insights provided are thought-provoking, and I have found myself reflecting on them long after listening to each episode.
Additionally, I appreciate the inclusive nature of this podcast. The hosts make it clear that their discussions on scripture are relevant to people from all walks of life. They create an atmosphere where everyone feels welcome to participate in conversations about faith and biblical teachings. This inclusivity fosters a sense of community among listeners, as we can all share our struggles with reading and reflecting on scripture while learning from one another's experiences.
While it is challenging to find any faults with this podcast, one aspect that could be improved upon is the frequency of new episodes. As someone who eagerly awaits each release, it would be wonderful to have more regular updates. However, I understand that producing quality content takes time, so this is a minor concern in comparison to the overall excellence of the podcast.
In conclusion, The Bible Love: A Scripture Podcast exceeds all expectations as an enlightening and engaging resource for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the Bible. Mary Balfour and her co-host provide valuable insights into scripture through their thorough analysis and thought-provoking discussions. The inclusivity of the podcast fosters a sense of community and allows for meaningful conversations about faith. Despite the occasional delay in new episodes, this podcast remains an exceptional source of inspiration and knowledge. I highly recommend it to anyone looking to grow in their spiritual journey.
Today we talk about love. What else is there to say? We look at Jesus' teaching about friends, enemies, and love in Mt 5.43-48, Lk 6.27-36. Questions for reflection: - Where have you encountered God this week? Readings for next week: Mt 6-7, Lk 6.37-49 https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Mt%206-7%2C%20Lk%206.37-49&version=NRSVUE Links mentioned in this episode: - Christ Chronological Bible (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/143364603X) - The New Testament in Color (https://a.co/d/dR8wIIq) - An Introduction to the New Testament (https://a.co/d/1UJPnzW) - Check us out on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@biblelovepodcast)
Today we talk about salt, light, sin, and God's unconditional love. We talk about Jesus' teachings from the Sermon on the Mount in Mt 5.13-42 Questions for reflection: - Where have you encountered God this week? Readings for next week: Mt 5.43-48, Lk 6.27-36 https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Mt%205.43-48%2C%20Lk%206.27-36&version=NRSVUE Links mentioned in this episode: - Christ Chronological Bible (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/143364603X) - The New Testament in Color (https://a.co/d/dR8wIIq) - An Introduction to the New Testament (https://a.co/d/1UJPnzW) - Check us out on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@biblelovepodcast)
Today we're joined by the Dr. Tony, as we talk about Jesus' teaching on the beatitudes in Mt 5.1-12, Lk 6.20-26 Questions for reflection: - Where have you encountered God this week? Readings for next week: Mt 5.13-42 https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Matthew%205%3A13-42&version=NRSVUE Links mentioned in this episode: - Dr. Tony's notes on the Beatitudes (https://www.stmartininthefields.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Introduction-to-the-Beatitudes.pdf) - Christ Chronological Bible (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/143364603X) - The New Testament in Color (https://a.co/d/dR8wIIq) - An Introduction to the New Testament (https://a.co/d/1UJPnzW) - Check us out on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@biblelovepodcast)
Today we're joined by the Rev. Peter Gray, the soon-to-be Interim Rector at St. Phillip's Episcopal Church in Indianapolis, Indiana. We talk about Jesus' authority and our place in the world. We look at Jesus' teaching on sabbath in Mt 12.1-14, Mk 2.23-3.1, Lk 6.1-11 Questions for reflection: - Where have you encountered God this week? Readings for next week: Mt 5.1-12, Lk 6.20-26 https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Mt%205.1-12%2C%20Lk%206.20-26&version=NRSVUE Links mentioned in this episode: - Mechtilde & Gertrude (http://www.satucket.com/lectionary/Mechtilde&Gertrude.html) - The Rev. Peter Grey (https://stphilipsindy.org/rector) - Christ Chronological Bible (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/143364603X) - The New Testament in Color (https://a.co/d/dR8wIIq) - An Introduction to the New Testament (https://a.co/d/1UJPnzW) - Check us out on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@biblelovepodcast)
Today we're joined by the Rev. Catherine L. Tatem, Rector of Church of the Good Shepherd in Greenville, Sc.C. We talk about fasting, feasting, and making room for God in our lives. We look at Jesus' teaching on fasting in Mt 9.14-17, Mk 2.18-22, Lk 5.33-39 Questions for reflection: - Where have you encountered God this week? Readings for next week: Mt 12.1-14, Mk 2.23-3.1, Lk 6.1-11 https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Mt%2012.1-14%2C%20Mk%202.23-3.1%2C%20Lk%206.1-11&version=NRSVUE Links mentioned in this episode: - The Rev. Catherine Tatem (https://corgsc.org/people/rev-catherine-l-tatem/) - Christ Chronological Bible (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/143364603X) - The New Testament in Color (https://a.co/d/dR8wIIq) - An Introduction to the New Testament (https://a.co/d/1UJPnzW) - Check us out on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@biblelovepodcast)
Today we talk about sin, love, and God's overwhelming grace. We look at Jesus' feast with tax collectors and sinners in Mt. 9.9-13, Mk 2. 13-17, Lk. 5 27-32 Questions for reflection: - Where have you encountered God this week? Readings for next week: Mt 9.14-17, Mk 2.18-22, Lk 5.33-39 https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Matthew%209%3A14-17%2CMark%202%3A18-22%2CLuke%205%3A33-39&version=NRSVUE Links mentioned in this episode: - Christ Chronological Bible (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/143364603X) - The New Testament in Color (https://a.co/d/dR8wIIq) - An Introduction to the New Testament (https://a.co/d/1UJPnzW) - Check us out on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@biblelovepodcast)
Today we talk about forgiveness, friendship, and miraculous healings. We look at the paralyzed man and his friends in Mt 9:1-8, Mk 2:1-12, Lk 5:17-26 Questions for reflection: - Where have you encountered God this week? Readings for next week: Mt. 9.9-13, Mk 2. 13-17, Lk. 5 27-32 https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Matthew%209:1-8,Mark%202:1-12,Luke%205:17-26&version=NRSVUE Links mentioned in this episode: - Donate to Mary Balfour's discretionary fund (https://www.episcopalgreenwood.org/giving/) - Christ Chronological Bible (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/143364603X) - The New Testament in Color (https://a.co/d/dR8wIIq) - An Introduction to the New Testament (https://a.co/d/1UJPnzW) - Check us out on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@biblelovepodcast)
Today we are joined by Dr. Tony as we continue looking at Jesus' healings. We look at the man with leprosy in Mt 8:1-4, Mk 1:40-45, Lk 5:12-16 Questions for reflection: - Where have you encountered God this week? Readings for next week: Mt 9:1-8, Mk 2:1-12, Lk 5:17-26 Links mentioned in this episode: - Donate to Mary Balfour's discretionary fund (https://www.episcopalgreenwood.org/giving/) - Christ Chronological Bible (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/143364603X) - The New Testament in Color (https://a.co/d/dR8wIIq) - An Introduction to the New Testament (https://a.co/d/1UJPnzW) - Check us out on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@biblelovepodcast)
Today we are joined by the Rev. Marion Sprott, Episcopal Diocese of North Carolina. We look at Jesus' first healings at Capernaum in Mt 8:14-17, Mk 1:29-34, Lk 4:38-41. Questions for reflection: - Where have you encountered God this week? Readings for next week: Mt 8:1-4, Mk 1:40-45, Lk 5:12-16 Links mentioned in this episode: - The Rev. Marion Sprott (https://www.episdionc.org/blog/diocese-announces-the-rev-marion-sprott-as-new-transition-ministry-officer/) - Donate to Mary Balfour's discretionary fund (https://www.episcopalgreenwood.org/giving/) - Christ Chronological Bible (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/143364603X) - The New Testament in Color (https://a.co/d/dR8wIIq) - An Introduction to the New Testament (https://a.co/d/1UJPnzW) - Check us out on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@biblelovepodcast)
Today we are joined by the Rev. Hannah Hooker, Associate Rector at Christ Church Episcopal in Little Rock, Arkansas. We look at Jesus' first exorcism in Mk 1:21-28 and Lk 4:31-37. Questions for reflection: - Where have you encountered God this week? Readings for next week: Mt 8:14-17, Mk 1:29-34, Lk 4:38-41 Links mentioned in this episode: - The Rev. Hannah Hooker (https://christchurchlr.org/staff) - Donate to Mary Balfour's discretionary fund (https://www.episcopalgreenwood.org/giving/) - Christ Chronological Bible (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/143364603X) - The New Testament in Color (https://a.co/d/dR8wIIq) - An Introduction to the New Testament (https://a.co/d/1UJPnzW) - Check us out on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@biblelovepodcast)
Today we are joined by the Rev. Dorian Del Priore. We look at Jesus' calling of the first disciples in Mt 4:18-22, Mk 1:16-20, Lk 5:1-11, Jn 1:35-51. Please keep Resurrection, Greenwood, and all those impacted by the hurricane, in your prayers. Questions for reflection: - Where have you encountered God this week? Readings for next week: Mk 1:21-28, Lk 4:31-37 (Exorcism!) Links mentioned in this episode: - The Rev. Dorian Del Priore (https://www.holycrossep.org/) - Donate to Mary Balfour's discretionary fund (https://www.episcopalgreenwood.org/giving/) - Donate to Dorian's discretionary fund (https://pushpay.com/g/holycrossepiscopalsimpsonville?src=hpp) - Christ Chronological Bible (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/143364603X) - The New Testament in Color (https://a.co/d/dR8wIIq) - An Introduction to the New Testament (https://a.co/d/1UJPnzW) - Check us out on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@biblelovepodcast) The show music is "Silver Lining" by Brent Wood, licensed under Soundstripe
Today we are joined by the Rev. John Uldrick, the Senior Pastor of First Baptist Church in Greenwood, S.C. We look at Jesus' start in Galilee in Matthew 4:12-17, Mark 1:14-15, Luke 4:14-15, and John 4:43-45. Questions for reflection: - Where have you encountered God this week? Readings for next week: Mt 4:12-17, Mt 4:18-22, Mk 1:16-20, Lk 5:1-11, Jn 1:35-51 Links mentioned in this episode: - Bishop Lancelot Andews, who Alan thought was a knight of a round table (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lancelot_Andrewes) - The Rev. John Uldrick (https://www.fbcgwd.org/our-staff/) - Christ Chronological Bible (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/143364603X) - The New Testament in Color (https://a.co/d/dR8wIIq) - An Introduction to the New Testament (https://a.co/d/1UJPnzW) - Check us out on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@biblelovepodcast)
Today we look at Jesus' temptation in Matthew 4:1-11, Mark 1:12-13, Luke 4:1-13. Questions for reflection: - Where have you encountered God this week? Readings for next week: Mt 4:12-17, Mk 1:14-15, Lk 4:14-15, Jn 4:43-45 Links mentioned in this episode: - Christ Chronological Bible (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/143364603X) - The New Testament in Color (https://a.co/d/dR8wIIq) - An Introduction to the New Testament (https://a.co/d/1UJPnzW) - Check us out on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@biblelovepodcast) The show music is "Silver Lining" by Brent Wood, licensed under Soundstrip
Today we're joined by Nathan Parker, Senior Pastor of Woodmont Baptist Church in Nashville, Tennessee. We look at Jesus' baptism in Matthew 3:13-17, Mark 1:9-11, Luke 3:21-22, John 1:29-34. Questions for reflection: - Where have you encountered God this week? Readings for next week: Mt 4:1-11, Mk 1:12-13, Lk 4:1-13 Links mentioned in this episode: - Woodmont Baptist Church (https://www.woodmontbaptist.com/) - Christ Chronological Bible (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/143364603X) - The New Testament in Color (https://a.co/d/dR8wIIq) - An Introduction to the New Testament (https://a.co/d/1UJPnzW) - Check us out on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@biblelovepodcast) The show music is "Silver Lining" by Brent Wood, licensed under Soundstripe
Jesus' Birth Narratives Merry Christmas (in September)! Today Dr. Tony joins us again as we look at Matthew 1-2 and Luke 1-2. Questions for reflection: - Where have you encountered God this week? Readings for next week: Mt 3:13-17, Mk 1:9-11, Lk 3:21-22, Jn 1:29-34 Links mentioned in this episode: - Dr. Tony's notes on the birth narratives (https://www.stmartininthefields.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Intro-to-the-Birth-Narratives.pdf) - T.S. Elliot's “The Journey of the Mag” (https://poetryarchive.org/poem/journey-magi/) - Christ Chronological Bible (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/143364603X) - The New Testament in Color (https://a.co/d/dR8wIIq) - An Introduction to the New Testament (https://a.co/d/1UJPnzW) - Check us out on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@biblelovepodcast) The show music is "Silver Lining" by Brent Wood, licensed under Soundstripe
Today we dive into the Gospel of Luke. Questions for reflection: - Where have you encountered God this week? Readings for next week: Matthew 1 and Luke 1 Links mentioned in this episode: - Overview of Luke (https://bibleproject.com/guides/book-of-luke/) - Beheading of John the Baptist (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Beheading_of_John_the_Baptist) - Luke & John commentary (https://a.co/d/fm849RV) - The New Testament in Color (https://a.co/d/dR8wIIq) - Holy Imagination (https://www.abingdonpress.com/product/9781426775314/) - An Introduction to the New Testament (https://a.co/d/1UJPnzW) - Christ Chronological Bible (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/143364603X) - Check us out on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@biblelovepodcast) The show music is "Silver Lining" by Brent Wood, licensed under Soundstripe
Today we dive into the Gospel of Mark. We talk about identity, context, and the beginning of the Good News. Questions for reflection: - Where have you encountered God this week? Readings for next week: The Gospel of Luke. Links mentioned in this episode: - Overview of Matthew (https://bibleproject.com/explore/video/mark/) - A Lot of the Way the Trees Were Walking (https://a.co/d/1vQPyUn) - The New Testament in Color (https://a.co/d/dR8wIIq) - Holy Imagination (https://www.abingdonpress.com/product/9781426775314/) - An Introduction to the New Testament (https://a.co/d/1UJPnzW) - Christ Chronological Bible (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/143364603X) - Check us out on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@biblelovepodcast) The show music is "Silver Lining" by Brent Wood, licensed under Soundstripe
Today we dive into the Gospel of Matthew. We look at oral tradition, context, and the same old stories we all remember. Questions for reflection: - Where have you encountered God this week? Readings for next week: The Gospel of Mark. It takes less than an hour! Links mentioned in this episode: - Overview of Matthew (https://bibleproject.com/explore/video/matthew/) - Matthew's Begats songs by Andrew Peterson (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=06XHn4D9Nzw) - Holy Imagination (https://www.abingdonpress.com/product/9781426775314/) - An Introduction to the New Testament (https://a.co/d/1UJPnzW) - Christ Chronological Bible (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/143364603X) - Check us out on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@biblelovepodcast) The show music is "Silver Lining" by Brent Wood, licensed under Soundstripe
We're back! Today we reconnect and reflect on this past summer, and set the stage for the Good News in store for this year. Questions for reflection: - Where have you encountered God this week? - How did you rest and restore this summer? Readings for next week: As much of Matthew as you can handle! Links mentioned in this episode: - Christ Chronological Bible (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/143364603X) - Overview of Matthew (https://bibleproject.com/explore/video/matthew/) - Check us out on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@biblelovepodcast) The show music is "Silver Lining" by Brent Wood, licensed under Soundstripe
Today we wrap up our summer series, where we interview authors. Next up, Murray Dunlap. Murray Dunlap's work has appeared in countless magazines and journals. His stories have been nominated for the Pushcart Prize three times, as well as to Best New American Voices. He's also married to Mary Balfour. Questions for reflection: - Where have you encountered God this week? Readings for next week: Take a break and get ready for the New Testament this fall! Links mentioned in this episode: - https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B00969OA3E - Check us out on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@biblelovepodcast) The show music is "Silver Lining" by Brent Wood, licensed under Soundstripe
Today we continue our summer series, where we interview authors. Next up, David Magee. David Magee is the bestselling author of the award-winning book Dear William: A Father's Memoir of Addiction, Recovery, Love and Loss. Featured on CBS Mornings, Dear William is a Publisher's Weekly national bestseller, a Best Book of the South 2021 (Reckon), and it received a Starred Review from Kirkus. Questions for reflection: - Where have you encountered God this week? Readings for next week: Take a break and get ready for the New Testament this fall! Links mentioned in this episode: - https://www.daviddmagee.com/ - https://www.instagram.com/davidmageewriter - https://www.facebook.com/davidmageeauthor - Check us out on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@biblelovepodcast) The show music is "Silver Lining" by Brent Wood, licensed under Soundstripe
Today we continue our summer series, where we interview authors. Next up, Dorena Williamson. Williamson is a bestselling author who is passionate about showing children—and adults—that differences can be curiously explored and joyfully celebrated. Questions for reflection: - Where have you encountered God this week? Readings for next week: Take a break and get ready for the New Testament this fall! Links mentioned in this episode: - https://dorenawilliamson.com/ - https://www.instagram.com/dorenawilliamson/ - https://www.facebook.com/dorenawill/ - Check us out on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@biblelovepodcast) The show music is "Silver Lining" by Brent Wood, licensed under Soundstripe
Today we continue our summer series, where we interview authors. Next up, Liz Tichenor. The Rev. Tichenor has put down roots in the Bay Area but is originally from New Hampshire and the Midwest. An Episcopal priest, she serves as rector at the Episcopal Church of the Resurrection, Pleasant Hill, California. Tichenor and her husband, Jesse, are raising two young children and continuing to explore the adventure of living, parenting, and serving in their community. Some related passions include running, fine baked goods, growing as many tomatoes as possible, chasing after their puppy, and ethical pranking. Questions for reflection: - Where have you encountered God this week? Readings for next week: Take a break and get ready for the New Testament this fall! Links mentioned in this episode: - https://revliztichenor.com/ - https://www.instagram.com/liz.tichenor/ - https://www.facebook.com/liz.tichenor - Check us out on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@biblelovepodcast) The show music is "Silver Lining" by Brent Wood, licensed under Soundstripe
Today we continue our summer series, where we interview authors. Next up, Matthew Paul Turner. Turner's storied writing career started nearly 20 years ago, and he has published a book every year. Called “one of Christianity's fresh voices” by Publisher's Weekly, Turner's other notable works include Our Great Big American God, Churched, Coffeehouse Gospel and The Christian Culture Survival Guide. Questions for reflection: - Where have you encountered God this week? Readings for next week: Take a break and get ready for the New Testament this fall! Links mentioned in this episode: - https://matthewpaulturner.com/ - https://www.instagram.com/MatthewPaulTurner - https://www.facebook.com/matthewpaulturner/ - https://www.youtube.com/MatthewPaulTurner - Check us out on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@biblelovepodcast) The show music is "Silver Lining" by Brent Wood, licensed under Soundstripe
Today we kick off our summer series, where we interview authors. First up, Harrison Scott Key. Questions for reflection: - Where have you encountered God this week? Readings for next week: Take a break and get ready for the New Testament this fall! Links mentioned in this episode: - Harrison Scott Key (http://www.harrisonscottkey.com/) - https://www.instagram.com/harrisonscottkey/ - https://www.facebook.com/harrisonscottkey/ - Check us out on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@biblelovepodcast) The show music is "Silver Lining" by Brent Wood, licensed under Soundstripe
Knuckleheads of God (Malachi) Today we wrap up the Hebrew Scriptures, talking (once again) about our failures and God's faithfulness. Questions for reflection: - Where have you encountered God this week? Readings for next week: Take a break and get ready for the New Testament this fall! Links mentioned in this episode: - Thurgood Marshall's church, St. Augustine Episcopal Church, Washington, D.C. (https://www.staugustinesdc.org/) - Dr. Tony's notes (https://www.stmartininthefields.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Intro-to-Exilic-and-Postexilic-Prophets.pdf) - The Bible Project overview of Malachi (https://bibleproject.com/guides/book-of-malachi/) - Check us out on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@biblelovepodcast) The show music is "Silver Lining" by Brent Wood, licensed under Soundstripe
Today we're joined by the Rev. Katie Beaver, rector of St. John's Episcopal Church in Congaree, S.C. We talk about pride, fear, and God's judgment. Questions for reflection: - Where do you struggle with pride? - How have you seen God's presence in your failure? - Where have you encountered God this week? Readings for next week: Malachi Links mentioned in this episode: - The Rev. Katie Beaver (https://www.stjohnscongaree.net/about-5) - Dr. Tony's notes (https://www.stmartininthefields.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Intro-to-Exilic-and-Postexilic-Prophets.pdf) - The Bible Project overview of Zechariah (https://bibleproject.com/guides/book-of-obadiah/) - Check us out on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@biblelovepodcast) The show music is "Silver Lining" by Brent Wood, licensed under Soundstripe
Today we're joined by everyone's favorite curate, the Rev. Gavin Tomlin. We talk about judgment, hope, and the end of all things. Questions for reflection: - Where have you encountered God this week? Readings for next week: Obadiah Links mentioned in this episode: - Dr. Tony's notes (https://www.stmartininthefields.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Intro-to-Exilic-and-Postexilic-Prophets.pdf) - The Bible Project overview of Zechariah (https://bibleproject.com/guides/book-of-joel/) - Check us out on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@biblelovepodcast) The show music is "Silver Lining" by Brent Wood, licensed under Soundstripe
Today we talk about dreams, visions, and small steps along the way. Questions for reflection: - Where have you encountered God this week? Readings for next week: Joel Links mentioned in this episode: - Dr. Tony's notes (https://www.stmartininthefields.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Intro-to-Exilic-and-Postexilic-Prophets.pdf) - The Bible Project overview of Zechariah (https://bibleproject.com/guides/book-of-zechariah/) - Check us out on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@biblelovepodcast) The show music is "Silver Lining" by Brent Wood, licensed under Soundstripe
Today we talk about Haggai, and comfort, hope, and prophecy. Questions for reflection: - Where have you encountered God this week? Readings for next week: Zechariah Links mentioned in this episode: - Juana Inés de la Cruz (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Juana_In%C3%A9s_de_la_Cruz) - Video: All You Need is Eight Minutes (https://www.instagram.com/p/C5vBY56M6jo/) - Dr. Tony's notes (https://www.stmartininthefields.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Intro-to-Exilic-and-Postexilic-Prophets.pdf) - The Bible Project overview of Isaiah (https://bibleproject.com/guides/book-of-haggai/) - Check us out on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@biblelovepodcast) The show music is "Silver Lining" by Brent Wood, licensed under Soundstripe
Today Dr. Tony joins us as we look at Second Isaiah, Deutero Isaiah, or whatever you want to call it. We talk about comfort, hope, and prophecy. Questions for reflection: - Where have you encountered God this week? Readings for next week: Haggai Links mentioned in this episode: - Dr. Tony's notes on Isaiah (https://www.stmartininthefields.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Intro-to-Deutero-Isaiah.pdf) - The Bible Project overview of Isaiah (https://bibleproject.com/guides/book-of-isaiah/) - Check us out on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@biblelovepodcast) The show music is "Silver Lining" by Brent Wood, licensed under Soundstripe
Today Dr. Tony joins us for an overview of the Exilic and Post-Exilic Prophets. Questions for reflection: - Where have you encountered God this week? Readings for next week: Isaiah 40-55 Links mentioned in this episode: - Dr. Tony's notes (https://www.stmartininthefields.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Intro-to-Exilic-and-Postexilic-Prophets.pdf) - Check us out on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@biblelovepodcast) The show music is "Silver Lining" by Brent Wood, licensed under Soundstripe
Today we're joined by Garrett Ayers, associate rector at St. John's Episcopal Church in Columbia, S.C. We talk about whales, enemies, and God's unending love. Questions for reflection: - Where have you encountered God this week? Readings for next week: Jonah Links mentioned in this episode: - Garrett Ayers (https://stjohnscolumbia.org/clergy-staff/) - Dr. Tony's notes on Jonah (https://www.stmartininthefields.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Intro-to-Jonah.pdf) - The Bible Project overview of Nahum (https://bibleproject.com/guides/book-of-jonah/) - Check us out on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@biblelovepodcast) The show music is "Silver Lining" by Brent Wood, licensed under Soundstripe
Today Dr. Tony joins us for an overview of Jonah. We talk about the ways we try to run from God, and the lengths God goes to love us. Questions for reflection: - Where have you encountered God this week? Readings for next week: Jonah Links mentioned in this episode: - Dr. Tony's notes on Jonah (https://www.stmartininthefields.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Intro-to-Jonah.pdf) - The Bible Project overview of Nahum (https://bibleproject.com/guides/book-of-jonah/) - Check us out on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@biblelovepodcast) The show music is "Silver Lining" by Brent Wood, licensed under Soundstripe
Today we talk about doom, gloom, brokenness, and all that fun stuff! We also talk about God's love and redemption that is always there. Questions for reflection: - Where have you encountered God this week? Readings for next week: Jonah Links mentioned in this episode: - Dr. Tony's notes on Preexillic Prophets (https://www.stmartininthefields.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Intro-to-Preexilic-Prophets.pdf) - The Bible Project overview of Nahum (https://bibleproject.com/guides/book-of-nahum/) - Check us out on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@biblelovepodcast) The show music is "Silver Lining" by Brent Wood, licensed under Soundstripe
Today we're joined by the Rev. Cameron Nations, rector of St. Richard's Episcopal Church in Round Rock, Texas. We talk about prophets, hard conversations, and Lenten hope. Questions for reflection: - Where have you encountered God this week? Readings for next week: Nahum Links mentioned in this episode: - Dr. Tony's notes on Preexillic Prophets (https://www.stmartininthefields.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Intro-to-Preexilic-Prophets.pdf) - The Bible Project overview of Habakkuk (https://bibleproject.com/guides/book-of-habakkuk/) - Check us out on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@biblelovepodcast) The show music is "Silver Lining" by Brent Wood, licensed under Soundstripe
Today we talk about destruction, the undoing of creation, and the hope that we sometimes forget to see. Questions for reflection: - Where have you encountered God this week? Readings for next week: Habakkuk Links mentioned in this episode: - Dr. Tony's notes on Preexillic Prophets (https://www.stmartininthefields.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Intro-to-Preexilic-Prophets.pdf) - The Bible Project overview of Hosea (https://bibleproject.com/guides/book-of-zephaniah/) - Check us out on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@biblelovepodcast) The show music is "Silver Lining" by Brent Wood, licensed under Soundstripe
Today we talk about prophecy, liturgy, and how simple it is to follow Jesus. Questions for reflection: - Where have you encountered God this week? Readings for next week: Habakkuk Links mentioned in this episode: - Daily prayers during Lent (https://lectionarypage.net/#february) - Top Bible Verses (https://www.topverses.com/Bible) - Dr. Tony's notes on Preexillic Prophets (https://www.stmartininthefields.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Intro-to-Preexilic-Prophets.pdf) - The Bible Project overview of Hosea (https://bibleproject.com/explore/video/micah/) - Check us out on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@biblelovepodcast) The show music is "Silver Lining" by Brent Wood, licensed under Soundstripe
Today we talk about divorce, broken relationships, our failures, and God's faithfulness. Questions for reflection: - Where have you encountered God this week? Readings for next week: Micah Links mentioned in this episode: - Dr. Tony's notes on Preexillic Prophets (https://www.stmartininthefields.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Intro-to-Preexilic-Prophets.pdf) - The Bible Project overview of Hosea (https://bibleproject.com/explore/video/hosea/) - Check us out on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@biblelovepodcast) The show music is "Silver Lining" by Brent Wood, licensed under Soundstripe
Today we're joined by the Rev. Mitchell Felton, Director of Youth Ministries at St. Columba's Episcopal Church in Washington, D.C. We talk about justice, righteousness, and how we can use our privilege. Questions for reflection: - Where have you encountered God this week? Readings for next week: Hosea Links mentioned in this episode: - Mitchell Felton (https://www.columba.org/clergy-staff/) - Gavin and Alan's video, “What Do Christians Think About Justice?” (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oTkXouVQbKI) - Dr. Tony's notes on Daniel (https://www.stmartininthefields.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Intro-to-Daniel.pdf) - The Bible Project overview of Ezekiel (https://bibleproject.com/explore/video/amos/) - Check us out on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@biblelovepodcast) The show music is "Silver Lining" by Brent Wood, licensed under Soundstripe
Today we're joined by Dr. Tony as we continue looking at the prophets. We talk about exile, warnings, and what ancient authors have to say about modern problems. Questions for reflection: - Where have you encountered God this week? Readings for next week: Amos Links mentioned in this episode: - Dr. Tony's notes on Preexillic Prophets (https://www.stmartininthefields.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Intro-to-Preexilic-Prophets.pdf) - Check us out on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@biblelovepodcast) The show music is "Silver Lining" by Brent Wood, licensed under Soundstripe
Today we talk about the first part of Daniel, and focus on how great stories in the Bible connect us to our faith. We talk about VeggieTales, childrens' Bibles, and why we just need to pick up the Bible and read it! Questions for reflection: - Where have you encountered God this week? Readings for next week: Daniel Links mentioned in this episode: - VeggieTales Daniel and the Lion's Den (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bDEbFXv6y04) - VeggieTales Rack, Shack, and Benny (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2USHukyVCP8) - Dr. Tony's notes on Daniel (https://www.stmartininthefields.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Intro-to-Daniel.pdf) - The Bible Project overview of Ezekiel (https://bibleproject.com/explore/video/amos/) - Check us out on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@biblelovepodcast) The show music is "Silver Lining" by Brent Wood, licensed under Soundstripe
Today we're joined by the Rev. Gavin Tomlin, curate at St. Martin-in-the-Fields Episcopal Church in Keller, Texas. We talk about apocalypticism, weirdness, and God's steadfast presence. Questions for reflection: - Where have you encountered God this week? Readings for next week: Daniel 1-6 Links mentioned in this episode: - Dr. Tony's notes on Daniel (https://www.stmartininthefields.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Intro-to-Daniel.pdf) - The Bible Project overview of Ezekiel (https://bibleproject.com/explore/video/daniel/) - Check us out on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@biblelovepodcast) The show music is "Silver Lining" by Brent Wood, licensed under Soundstripe
Today we're joined by Dr. Tony as we dive in to Daniel. We talk about furnaces, lions' dens, and apocalyptic literature. Questions for reflection: - Where have you encountered God this week? Readings for next week: Daniel Links mentioned in this episode: - Dr. Tony's notes on Daniel (https://www.stmartininthefields.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Intro-to-Daniel.pdf) - The Bible Project overview of Ezekiel (https://bibleproject.com/explore/video/daniel/) - Check us out on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@biblelovepodcast) The show music is "Silver Lining" by Brent Wood, licensed under Soundstripe
Today we talk about Christmas, doubt (today is the Feast of St. Thomas), parables in the Hebrew Scriptures, and how Ezekiel helps us wrestle with hard times. Questions for reflection: - Where have you encountered God this week? Readings for next week: Read the birth narratives for Christmas! Links mentioned in this episode: - Dr. Tony's notes on Ezekiel (https://www.stmartininthefields.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Intro-to-Ezekiel.pdf) - The Bible Project overview of Ezekiel (https://bibleproject.com/explore/video/ezekiel/) - Check us out on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@biblelovepodcast) The show music is "Silver Lining" by Brent Wood, licensed under Soundstripe
Today we're joined by the Rev. Cameron Nations, rector of St. Richard's Episcopal Church in Round Rock, Texas. We talk about prophets, dry bones, and God's presence in the wilderness. Questions for reflection: - Where have you encountered God this week? Readings for next week: Ezekiel 15-32 Links mentioned in this episode: - The Rev. Cameron Nations (http://saintrichards.org/vestry-cameron-nations/) - Dr. Anathea Portier-Young from Duke University (https://divinity.duke.edu/faculty/anathea-portier-young) - Dr. Tony's notes on Ezekiel (https://www.stmartininthefields.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Intro-to-Ezekiel.pdf) - The Bible Project overview of Ezekiel (https://bibleproject.com/explore/video/ezekiel/) - Check us out on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@biblelovepodcast) The show music is "Silver Lining" by Brent Wood, licensed under Soundstripe
Today we talk about prophets, dry bones, and God's presence in the wilderness. Questions for reflection: - How do you practice holding joy and sorrow in the same hands? - Where have you encountered God this week? Readings for next week: Ezekiel 1-13 Links mentioned in this episode: - Dr. Tony's notes on Ezekiel (https://www.stmartininthefields.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Intro-to-Ezekiel.pdf) - The Bible Project overview of Ezekiel (https://bibleproject.com/explore/video/ezekiel/) - Check us out on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@biblelovepodcast) The show music is "Silver Lining" by Brent Wood, licensed under Soundstripe
Today we talk about protests, Holy Saturday, and God's steadfast love. Questions for reflection: - How do you practice holding joy and sorrow in the same hands? - Where have you encountered God this week? Readings for next week: Ezekiel Links mentioned in this episode: - Dr. Tony's notes on Jeremiah and Lamentations (https://www.stmartininthefields.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Intro-to-Jeremiah-and-Lamentations.pdf) - The Bible Project overview of Lamentations (https://bibleproject.com/explore/video/lamentations/)y6 - Check us out on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@biblelovepodcast) The show music is "Silver Lining" by Brent Wood, licensed under Soundstripe
Today we talk about thanksgiving, prosperity, and God's blessing in the hard times. Questions for reflection: - Where have you encountered God this week? Readings for next week: Lamentations Links mentioned in this episode: Journey to Bethlehem move (https://www.journeytobethlehemmovie.com/) - Dr. Tony's notes on Jeremiah and Lamentations (https://www.stmartininthefields.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Intro-to-Jeremiah-and-Lamentations.pdf) - Check us out on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@biblelovepodcast) The show music is "Silver Lining" by Brent Wood, licensed under Soundstripe
Today we talk about Jeremiah's call, and how God sees all of us. Questions for reflection: - Where have you encountered God this week? Readings for next week: Jeremiah 26-52 Links mentioned in this episode: - Dr. Tony's notes on Jeremiah and Lamentations (https://www.stmartininthefields.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Intro-to-Jeremiah-and-Lamentations.pdf) - Check us out on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@biblelovepodcast) The show music is "Silver Lining" by Brent Wood, licensed under Soundstripe
Today Dr. Tony joins us to talk about Jeremiah, Lamentations, and God's presence in every circumstance. Questions for reflection: - Where have you encountered God this week? Readings for next week: Jeremiah and Lamentations Links mentioned in this episode: - Dr. Tony's notes on Jeremiah and Lamentations (https://www.stmartininthefields.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Intro-to-Jeremiah-and-Lamentations.pdf) - Check us out on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@biblelovepodcast) The show music is "Silver Lining" by Brent Wood, licensed under Soundstripe
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