Reading the Bible together

Pastor Tom Parrish joins host, Angela Smith, to talk about the power of the resurrection and the spiritual implications of Jesus' victory over death. We'll also hear from Kristina Winger about the Ark of the Covenant and Mary in the tomb of Jesus. Lastly, we'll hear John 20:1-16 Msg.

Jesus is in the tomb and we're going to take time to reflect and lament. In My Grandmother's House by Rev. Dr. Yolanda Pierce They Turned the Word Upside Down by Charles Martin Psalm 130 NLT Psalm 130 Msg  

Host of Unlocking the Bible, Pastor Colin Smith, joins host, Angela Smith, to talk about the seven words Jesus said as He hung on the cross. References for Seven Words: Luke 23:34 Luke 23:43 John19:26-27 Matthew 27:46 John 19:28 John 19:30 Luke 23:46

Pastor Shawn Winters of Calvary Church joins host, Angela Smith, to talk about Jesus' wrestling and surrender in the Garden of Gethsemane. Sermon mentioned in the conversation can be found here

Author, speaker, podcast host, and Bible teacher Vivian Mabuni joins host, Angela Smith, to talk events leading up to and following the Last Supper, and the last words of Jesus to His disciples.

Pastor Donna Johnson of Mill City Church joins host, Angela Smith, to talk about the religious leaders questioning Jesus about by what authority He does what He does and claims about Himself.

Pastor Gary Dawkins of Mercy Vineyard Church joins host, Angela Smith, to talk about Jesus clearing the Temple and what that means for the nations. Pastor Gary mentioned this book: A Multitude of All Peoples

Dr. Peter Kapsner joins host, Angela Smith, to talk not only about Jesus' entry into Jerusalem, but those who were shouting, “Hosanna! Hosanna! Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord”.

Dr. Peter Kapsner joins host, Angela Smith, to talk about what we have coming up in this series as we walk shoulder to shoulder with Jesus from His triumphal entry into Jerusalem, through the week the ended at the cross, to His resurrection on Easter Sunday.

Dr. Nick Fox joins host Angela Smith to talk about all we see happening at the end of Acts and wrapping up our series on Acts. If you're interested in learning more about studying Greek, check out Biblical Greek Made Easy.

Pastor Jeff Olson joins host Angela Smith to talk about the value of suffering, the need for deep community and caring for people who don't care for us.

Katie and Carl Bliss join host, Angela Smith, to talk about Paul telling his story a third time and the importance of knowing and telling our story with God.

Carmen LaBerge joins host, Angela Smith, to talk about Festus, leadership and seeking justice.

Pastor TC Moore joins host, Angela Smith, to talk about Paul before Felix, justice, and wrongful imprisonment.

Pastor Misty Harper-Anderson joins host, Angela Smith, to talk about Paul's trial, Jewish rule, finding unity in the midst of differences, and church planting.

Pastor David Myles joins host, Angela Smith, to talk about the nations. This is part 2 of 2. Here are the scripture references Pastor Myles will cover in this conversation. He's reading the the English Standard Version of the Bible: Ephesians 3 Revelation 13:8 Matthew 16:18 Colossians 1:15-20 Acts 11:19-20 Revelation 5:9 Revelation 7:9-10 Galatians 4

Pastor David Myles joins host, Angela Smith, to talk about the nations. This is part 1 of 2. Here are the scripture references Pastor Myles will cover in this conversation. He's reading the the English Standard Version of the Bible: Acts 21:27-Acts 22:22 Acts 22:3-21 Mark 11:17 Ephesians 2:11

Pastor Aashish Baskaran joins host, Angela Smith, to talk about the strange story of Eutychus and Paul's good-byes.

Amy Mulvihill joins host, Angela Smith, to talk about Ephesus, Artemis and standing in your faith.

Peter Kapsner joins host, Angela Smith, to talk about tentmaking, Sabbath and vows.

Neil Stavem joins host, Angela Smith, to talk about Paul and Silas in Thessalonica and Berea and Paul in Athens.

Kim Sanders joins host, Angela Smith, to talk about Timothy, Peter's miraculous release from prison, and following God's lead.

Paul Perrault joins host, Angela Smith, to talk about overcoming conflict in the early church.

Amanda Nydam joins host, Angela Smith, to talk about keeping your focus on God and what we can learn through trials.

Susie Larson joins host, Angela Smith, to talk about God's love keeping you strong, the pure in heart see God, and the spiritual battle for our hearts.

Karisa Rogers joins host, Angela Smith, to talk about Peter's escape from prison and the effects of sin.

Ryan Michell joins host, Angela Smith, to talk about faith and following God prompts.

Dr. Peter Kapsner joins host, Angela Smith, to talk about understanding clean versus unclean.

Carmen LaBerge joins host, Angela Smith, to talk about Saul's encounter with Jesus.

Neil Stavem joins host, Angela Smith, to talk about the ministry of Phillip.

Pastor Steph O'Brien joins host, Angela Smith, to talk about what we can learn from the death of Stephen.

Nat Becker joins host, Angela Smith, to talk about injustice in the early church and the good that can come from struggle.

Dave St. John joins host, Angela Smith, to talk about lying, healing and obedience.

Ben Holsen joins host, Angela Smith, to talk about persecution and the effect it had on the early church.

Rosey Brausen joins host, Angela Smith, to talk about the power of the Holy Spirit.

John Brandon joins host, Angela Smith, to talk about the coming of the Holy Spirit and the beginning of the church.

Carmen LaBerge joins host, Angela Smith, to talk about the time between Jesus going to heaven and the coming of the Holy Spirit.

In this intro episode, we hear from Dr. Nick Fox, Bible professor at the University of Northwestern-St. Paul, about what to know as we head into our study of Acts. Signup for the Acts reading here and receive the free study guide and bookmark.

Ben Holsen joins host Angela Smith to read the Christmas story and the prophecy from Isaiah. Merry Christmas!

John Brandon joins host, Angela Smith, to talk about the resurrection of Jesus and what it means for us.

Justin Bowser joins host, Angela Smith, to talk about Jesus' trial before Pilate, His silence with Herod, and the fullness of what Jesus did.

Rosey Brausen joins host, Angela Smith, to talk about Passover and the Last Supper, where God is during suffering, and God with us.

Host Angela Smith shares an episode from her other podcast where she talks with Dr. Gary Smith (her father -in-law) about the Passover and the Last Supper. The New American Haggadah: A Simple Passover Seder for the Whole Family (free on Kindle) https://www.amazon.com/New-American-Haggadah-Simple-Passover-ebook/dp/B007RYSIQA/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?ie=UTF8&qid=1521921068&sr=8-2-spons&keywords=passover+haggadah&psc=1 The Haggadah (order of the service) Opening Hymn The First Cup (The Cup of Sanctification) The Second Cup (The Cup of Mercy) The Meal (see menu below) The Third Cup (The Cup of Redemption) The Fourth Cup (The Cup of Hope) Closing Hymn (The Hallel, Psalms 113-119) Exodus 1 / Hebrews growing in numbers Exodus 7-11 / Plagues Exodus 12 / Passover and Israel's Exodus from Egypt Exodus 24 / Israel accepts the LORD's covenant Passover Menu Chicken Soup with Matzo Balls https://www.bonappetit.com/recipe/matzo-ball-soup Chicken https://www.marthastewart.com/356165/perfect-roast-chicken Boiled Potatoes Vegetable, Carrots & Greens Salad, Horseth Matza Dessert, Lemon Pudding https://www.marthastewart.com/313999/lemon-pudding 1 I love the LORD because he hears my voice and my prayer for mercy. 2 Because he bends down to listen, I will pray as long as I have breath! 3 Death wrapped its ropes around me; the terrors of the grave overtook me. I saw only trouble and sorrow. 4 Then I called on the name of the LORD: “Please, LORD, save me!” Psalm 116:1-4 NLT “Abba, Father,” he cried out, “everything is possible for you. Please take this cup of suffering away from me. Yet I want your will to be done, not mine.” Mark 14:36 NLT 23 And he took a cup of wine and gave thanks to God for it. He gave it to them, and they all drank from it. 24 And he said to them, “This is my blood, which confirms the covenant between God and his people. It is poured out as a sacrifice for many. 25 I tell you the truth, I will not drink wine again until the day I drink it new in the Kingdom of God.” Mark 14:23-25 NLT 26 Then they sang a hymn and went out to the Mount of Olives. Mark 14:23-26 (NLT) Baruch atah Adonai Ellohaynu mellach ha'olam bowray paree ha'adamah Blessed art Thou, eternal our God, King of the Universe, Creator of the fruit of the earth.  

Ben Holsen joins host, Angela Smith, to talk about how we are to treat widows and orphans, the ways God loves and the persecuted church.

Carmen LaBerge joins host, Angela Smith, to talk about Jesus taking things up a notch, revealing the Father, and Jesus'reading authority being challenged.

Dave St. John joins host, Angela Smith, to talk about seeking God with abandon, how God seeks us, and who Jesus is.

Neil Stavem joins host, Angela Smith, to talk about persistent prayer, what to say when we pray, and staying in relationship "even if".

Ryan Mitchell joins host, Angela Smith, to talk about growing on our faith, not clinging to our life and the cross section of obedience-surrender-faith.

Jeff Verdoorn joins host, Angela Smith, to talk about trying to understand the parable of the shrewd manager.

Brian Wright joins host, Angela Smith, to talk about the value of story telling, checking the state of our heart, and the boundless love of God.

Carmen LaBerge joins host, Angela Smith, to talk about watching Jesus, seeing the unseen, and what it means to follow Jesus.