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How does the Old Testament point directly to Jesus Christ? This week on Catholic Women Now, Julie Nelson and Chris Magruder welcome renowned Catholic speaker and teacher Barbara Heil for a fascinating discussion on “types and shadows” in Sacred Scripture. Barbara explains how the people, symbols, events, and imagery of the Old Testament foreshadow the realities fulfilled in Christ and the Catholic faith. From the Passover lamb and Jonah to the tabernacle, Ark of the Covenant, and the Israelites' journey out of Egypt, listeners will discover how the Bible tells one unified story of salvation. In this episode: What “types and shadows” mean in Scripture How the Old Testament prepares us for Christ Biblical connections to baptism, the Eucharist, and the Mass The spiritual meaning behind the tabernacle and sacred objects Why understanding Scripture strengthens Catholic faith How revelation leads to transformation Barbara Heil brings Scripture alive in a way that helps Catholics encounter the heart of God through His Word. Learn more about Barbara Heil and her ministry at:https://www.fromhisheart.com/ #CatholicWomenNow #BarbaraHeil #TypesAndShadows #SacredScripture #BibleStudy #CatholicFaith #IowaCatholicRadio #CatholicPodcast #OldTestament #NewTestament #BiblicalTheology #CatholicWomen #ScriptureStudy #SalvationHistory #TheWordOfGod #Eucharist #CatholicTeaching #BibleInAYear #CatholicBibleStudy #JesusChrist #CatholicLiving #FaithFormation #CatholicRadio #Mass #CatholicTruth Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows:Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce RiebeBe Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian MoncadaCatholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie NelsonMaking It Personal with Bishop William JoensenMan Up! with Joe StopulosSunday Dive with Katie PatrizioThe Catholic Morning Show with Dr. Bo BonnerThe Daily Gospel Reflection with Fr. Nick SmithThe Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud MarrFaith and Family Finance with Gregory WaddleWant to support your favorite show? Click Here Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This Sunday's message, "Bold Generous Love" by Lauren, recorded on Sunday, 3rd May 2026 is part of our "On Earth As In Heaven" series.The Communion talk by Duncan has also been included in this podcast.For more information, reach us at www.westcitychurch.com.au© Westcity Church 2026

Takeaways from this study Repentance must deal with people, not just God. The guilt offering shows that you cannot claim things are “right with God” while refusing to make things right with those you have harmed (Leviticus 6:2–7). Real repentance includes restitution. Where possible, restore what you took or damaged and, like the added one‑fifth, go beyond bare minimum to show a changed heart. Healthy shame leads back; toxic shame locks you away. Scripture calls you to admit real wrong and return, not to live in a self‑condemning identity that says you are beyond hope. Religious activity cannot replace obedience. Jeremiah 7 warns that sacrifices and “church life” are empty if you ignore God's voice in everyday relationships and ethics. Listen when God confronts you. Prophets, Scripture, and mature believers function like God's early warning system; resisting correction only deepens bondage. Reconciliation is a journey that ends in peace. The priestly order for offerings — burnt, grain, sin, guilt, then peace — shows a movement from total surrender through repentance into shared fellowship. Trust God to change your inner life, not just your habits. New Covenant promises of a new heart and Spirit (Jeremiah 31:31-34; Ezekiel 36:26–27) invite you to seek deep inner renewal, not just external behavior change. In 2Corinthians 5:18–19 Apostle Paul writes, “Now all these things are from God, who reconciled us to Himself through Christ and gave us the ministry of reconciliation, namely, that God was in Christ reconciling the world to Himself, not counting their trespasses against them.” God initiates reconciliation. He then entrusts a “word of reconciliation” to His people. This theme matches a long-seen progression of the offerings in the opening chapters of Leviticus. The Hebrew word for offering is קָרְבָּן korban/qorban (offering, that which is brought near, plural qorbanot). It comes from the root קרב karav (to draw near). The offerings form a structured way for those “far off” (wayward Israel and gentiles) to draw near to God's presence. The Tabernacle itself supports this pattern. It stands as a center toward which worshipers move from outside the courtyard toward the Holy via the qorbanot. The structures of the offerings Leviticus 1–7 presents five main offerings. These are עֹלָה (olah) (burnt offering), מִנְחָה (minchah) (grain offering), שְׁלָמִים (shelamim) (peace or fellowship offering), חַטָּאת (chatat) (sin offering), and אָשָׁם (asham) (guilt or reparation offering). Leviticus 1–5 describe these from the worshiper's viewpoint. The order is: Burnt offering (Leviticus 1) Grain offering (Leviticus 2) Peace offering (Leviticus 3) Sin offering (Leviticus 4–5:13) Guilt offering (Leviticus 5:14–6:7 in Hebrew numbering) Leviticus 6–7 return to the same offerings. They speak from the priestly viewpoint. The order shifts: Burnt offering (Leviticus 6:8–13) Grain offering (Leviticus 6:14–23) Sin offering (Leviticus 6:24–30) Guilt offering (Leviticus 7:1–10) Peace offering (Leviticus 7:11–34) This change in order is significant. It suggests a different focus. In Leviticus 1–5 the stress rests on the “when” and “why” for the worshiper. In Leviticus 6–7 the stress rests on “this is the תּוֹרָה torah (instruction) of” each offering for the priests. The end point also differs. For the worshiper, the sequence ends with guilt and shame. For the priests, the sequence they take worshipers through in the Mishkan (Tabernacle) ends with peace and fellowship. The sequence: From burnt offering to peace The priestly sequence in Leviticus 6–7 shows a journey. It moves from total surrender to gratitude, then to sin, guilt, and finally peace. The burnt offering, עֹלָה olah, represents full consecration. All goes up in smoke (Leviticus 6:8–13). The grain offering, מִנְחָה minchah, represents thanksgiving and acknowledgment of God's provision (Leviticus 6:14–23). The sin offering, חַטָּאת chatat, deals with missing the mark and defilement (Leviticus 6:24–30). The guilt offering, אָשָׁם asham, deals with breach of trust and the need for restitution (Leviticus 7:1–10). The peace offering, שְׁלָמִים shelamim, celebrates restored fellowship and shared joy (Leviticus 7:11–34). For the priests, this order ends at peace. Their service moves people from distance and damage into wholeness and shared table. This fits their vocation as agents of reconciliation. Leviticus 1–5Leviticus 6–7AudienceWorshipersPriestsFormCase laws (“if…”)Instructional (“torah of…”)Order of offeringsBurnt → Grain → Peace → Sin → GuiltBurnt → Grain → Sin → Guilt → PeaceEmphasisWhen/why to offerHow to handle offerings, lead the worshipperClimaxGuilt offering(shame then forgiveness)Peace offering (communal meal) Key Hebrew terms for sin and betrayal One word for sin is חַטָּאת chatat (sin, sin offering). Its root חטא chata means “to miss the mark,” “to go astray,” or “to lose the way.” It can describe error, failure, or moral deviation. Another word is מַעַל ma'al (to act unfaithfully, to trespass). Leviticus 6:2 introduces a case: “When a person sins and acts unfaithfully against the LORD, and deceives his companion….” Here “acts unfaithfully” translates מַעַל ma'al. The term can also mean “to embezzle” or “to misuse what is holy.”1Hebrew and Aramaic Lexicon of the Old Testament It often signals betrayal of trust. Two words describe taking by force or pressure: גָּזֵל gazel (robbery), from the verb גזל gazal (to seize, tear away), and אָשַׁק ashaq (to oppress, extort). Another word is פִּקָּדוֹן pikadon (deposit, something entrusted), from פקד pakad (to attend, number, appoint). The passage speaks of something “deposited with him or entrusted to him” (Leviticus 6:2 NASB95). This highlights responsibility for what lies “in one's hand.” These terms show that the guilt offering deals with relational damage. The offenses involve lies, misused deposits, robbery, or failure to return lost property (Leviticus 6:2–3 NASB95). They harm both neighbor and relationship with God. The guilt offering and restitution Leviticus 6:4–7 describes the response. The offender must first restore what was taken. Then he must “add to it a fifth part” (one fifth, 20 percent) and give it to the wronged party (Leviticus 6:5). Only then does he bring an אָשָׁם asham (guilt offering) to the LORD, “a ram without defect” (Leviticus 6:6 NASB95). The priest makes atonement. The text concludes, “and it will be forgiven him” (Leviticus 6:7 NASB1995). The verb for “add” is יסף yasaf (to add). This links conceptually with the name יוֹסֵף Yosef (Joseph), “He adds.” The added one-fifth teaches several things. It marks the harm as serious. It also trains the heart. The one who has sinned now feels the cost of betrayal. Future temptation becomes less attractive. The extra payment forms a kind of spiritual “guardrail” in the memory. This pattern shows that forgiveness does not bypass justice. It includes confession, restitution, and additional compensation. Reconciliation with God runs through reconciliation with neighbor. Good shame and toxic shame We must distinguish between helpful shame and destructive shame. The verb אָשֵׁם asheym (become guilty) sounds like the English word “ashamed.” While this link is only mnemonic, it helps us remember what the Hebrew word communicates. Healthy shame recognizes real wrong. It says, “I have gone off the right path.” It leads to confession, restoration, and return. Unhealthy or toxic shame says, “I am worthless and beyond hope.” It spirals into despair and isolation. The guilt offering addresses the first type. It calls the sinner to face reality, to make things right, and to turn back. It does not support the second type. Scripture also warns against false self-condemnation that ignores God's mercy and the testimony of mature believers. Jeremiah 7 and the critique of empty sacrifice God speaks through the prophet Jeremiah at the gate of the Temple, confronting people who trust in the building and rituals while living in injustice and idolatry (Jeremiah 7:1–11). “Thus says the LORD of hosts, the God of Israel, ‘Add your burnt offerings to your sacrifices and eat flesh. For I did not speak to your fathers, or command them in the day that I brought them out of the land of Egypt, concerning burnt offerings and sacrifices. But this is what I commanded them, saying, “Obey My voice, and I will be your God, and you will be My people; and you will walk in all the way which I command you, that it may be well with you.”‘” Jeremiah 7:21–23 NASB95 This does not deny that God later gave sacrificial instructions. It sets priorities. First came the call to trust, listen, and walk with God. Sacrifices then served that relationship. They never replaced it. When people kept rituals but hardened their hearts, the offerings lost meaning. God rejected them because they no longer expressed obedience or love. Thus Jeremiah and Leviticus agree. Offerings without repentance do not please God. The אָשָׁם asham only makes sense when the offender truly turns back and seeks to restore. From house of bondage to lifelong walk The prophet recalls the Exodus pattern. God had brought Israel “out of the land of Egypt, from the iron furnace” (Jeremiah 11:4 NASB95). The aim was not bare escape. It was covenant relationship. God said, “I will be your God, and you will be My people” (Jeremiah 7:23 NASB95). That implies a lifelong walk. It requires trust and obedience. The Torah describes a future metaphorical circumcision of heart. God will “circumcise your heart and the heart of your descendants, to love the LORD your God with all your heart and with all your soul” (Deuteronomy 30:6 NASB95). The issue is not ritual precision alone but inner alignment and persevering loyalty. Jeremiah laments that the people “did not obey or incline their ear, but walked in their own counsels and in the stubbornness of their evil heart, and went backward and not forward” (Jeremiah 7:24 NASB95). The language of going backward recalls the desire to return to Egypt in the wilderness narratives. It also echoes Paul's later warning about returning to bondage under sin. The role of the prophets Jeremiah 7:25–26 stresses that God sent prophets “daily, rising early and sending them” (Jeremiah 7:25 NASB95). Yet the people “stiffened their neck” and “did worse than their fathers” (Jeremiah 7:26 NASB95). The prophets functioned like living embodiments of the guilt and sin offerings. They exposed wrong. They called for repentance. They warned of consequences. They also held out hope of restoration. Their message aligns with the אָשָׁם asham pattern. They insisted that people admit wrong, turn from it, repair damage where possible, and seek God's mercy. They also warned against false messages, whether from deceptive teachers or from misused Scripture. Discernment became vital. Communities needed mature, tested voices to help weigh what truly came from God. Fulfillment in the suffering servant and the Shepherd Apostle Peter drew heavily from the Suffering Servant messianic prophecy in Isaiah 52:13–53:12. For you have been called for this purpose, since Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example for you to follow in His steps, who committed no sin, nor was any deceit found in His mouth. 1Peter 2:21–22 NASB95 This echoes Isaiah 53:9. It portrays a righteous sufferer. Peter continues, “and He Himself bore our sins in His body on the cross, so that we might die to sin and live to righteousness; for by His wounds you were healed” (1Peter 2:24 NASB95). The imagery includes both sin-bearing and healing. It resonates with both חַטָּאת chatat and אָשָׁם asham. Isaiah 53:10 uses אָשָׁם asham for the servant's offering: “If He would render Himself as a guilt offering” (Isaiah 53:10 NASB95). Peter concludes, “For you were continually straying like sheep, but now you have returned to the Shepherd and Guardian of your souls” (1 Peter 2:25 NASB95). This returns to the theme of going off the path and coming back. It also links Jeremiah's critique of bad shepherds with the promise of a faithful Shepherd who lays down His life for the flock (John 10:11). Inner renewal and the New Covenant Ezekiel and Jeremiah both promise inner transformation. “Moreover, I will give you a new heart and put a new spirit within you… I will put My Spirit within you and cause you to walk in My statutes.” Ezekiel 36:26–27 NASB95 Jeremiah 31:33 describes God writing His law on hearts and minds. These promises answer the recurring failure described in Jeremiah 7 and Romans 7. In New Testament language, the Spirit renews the “inner man” (2Corinthians 4:16 NASB95). He enables believers to “walk by the Spirit” and not carry out the desire of the flesh (Galatians 5:16–17). The same inner arena once described by לֵב lev (heart) and כְּלָיוֹת kelayot (kidneys) now appears under terms like καρδία kardia (heart), νοῦς nous (mind), and συνείδησις syneidēsis (conscience). The conflict between יֵצֶר הַטּוֹב yetzer ha-tov (good inclination) and יֵצֶר הַרַע yetzer ha-ra (evil inclination) becomes a Spirit-led reordering of desire. Yeshua's call to love God “with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your mind, and with all your strength” (Mark 12:30 NASB1995) assumes this renewal. The goal is unified inner faculties. The offerings, the prophets, and the New Covenant promises all converge here. Destination: Restoration Leviticus 6–7 presents the guilt offering as a concrete path from betrayal to restored fellowship. It combines confession, restitution, added compensation, priestly atonement, and divine forgiveness. The changed order of offerings for the priests ends in peace. This reflects their role in guiding people from distance and damage into שָׁלוֹם shalom (peace, wholeness). Jeremiah 7 warns that sacrifices without obedience become empty. The prophets insist on inward change and genuine repentance. 1Peter 2 and Isaiah 53 show a righteous servant who bears sin and leads straying sheep back to the Shepherd. Ezekiel 36 and Jeremiah 31 promise a new heart and Spirit that make lasting obedience possible. Together these texts portray a coherent journey of the believer. People move from sin and shame, through honest admission and restitution, into reconciliation and peace. The sacrificial language, prophetic critique and apostolic teaching all serve one purpose. They call people to return to God with whole hearts and to live out restored relationships with others. 1 Hebrew and Aramaic Lexicon of the Old TestamentThe post From messing up to making it right: Understanding the Bible’s guilt offering (Leviticus 6; Jeremiah 7; 1Peter 2) appeared first on Hallel Fellowship.

This episode of Native Exiles offers a deep dive into several of the key biblical passages that shape the conversation around women in church leadership. Rather than focusing primarily on modern debates, the discussion returns to the text itself, examining passages such as 1 Timothy 2 and 1 Corinthians 14. You can view the Alderwood position paper at alderwood.cc/essentials. Attention is given to the historical context, language, and theological arguments surrounding these passages, asking what they may have meant within the life of the early church. From that foundation, the episode considers the implications for modern congregations: how these texts have been interpreted across Christian traditions and what they might mean for the structure and leadership of churches today. The goal is a careful, Scripture-centered exploration of leadership, authority, and the role of women in the church.Native Exiles is a podcast from Alderwood Community Church, where we talk about following Jesus in the tension of being in the world but not of it. For more questions and inquiries, reach us at hello@alderwood.cc or visit us on our website at alderwood.cc/ne/

Most people read the Bible looking for rules, answers, or information. But the Bible was written to reveal a person. In this message, Pastor Gregory Dickow explains the key to understanding Scripture correctly: seeing Jesus as the center of every page. Like gold hidden inside ore, the Bible contains the riches of God—but Jesus is the treasure within it. When you begin to read the Bible this way, you discover not only who Jesus is, but who you are in Him.Sunday | March 8 , 2026 | 10:30 AMSUPPORT:You can donate to help us reach more lives around the world here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.lifechangerschurch.com/give⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WATCH ON YOUTUBE:Subscribe to the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Gregory Dickow YouTube channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠REQUEST PRAYER:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Submit a prayer request⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and we will agree with you.CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠X⁠⁠

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David Mains leads his wife Karen on a quest to find a key that will help Christians really understand the Bible: “A simple understanding of the overall structure of the Bible makes it much more comprehensible.

Pastor Michael McGowan John 3:1-15

We are tackling more big questions about the Bible—what is it about and can we trust it? The Bible is the greatest story ever told. It is better, truer, and more beautiful than any other story. It's a story that changes everything because it's all real. Check out this message to learn more about the Book of Books!--In this series of Plans, with the biblical story as our guide, we will discover truths and develop skills that will help us become fully devoted followers of Christ. https://www.bible.com/reading-plans/27087-fully-devoted-creation | SWITCH IRL |Find a location near you here: https://www.life.church/locations/| SOCIAL |

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Send us a textIf you want to understand Scripture, there are certain passages you simply must know. Foundational passages. Pillars. Anchors. If you were building a list of essential Old Testament texts, I'd suggest you'd probably start with:Genesis 1 — God created everything.Genesis 3 — humanity fell.Genesis 12 — God made a covenant with Abraham.Exodus 14 — the Exodus, the defining moment for Israel.Exodus 20 — the Ten Commandments.Isaiah 53 — the suffering Messiah.Psalm 16 — the resurrection foretold.Psalm 23 — the Shepherd who walks with us.But there's another passage — one many Christians overlook — that you must understand if you want to understand the Bible as a whole.I believe it is this passage is 2 Samuel chapter 7.So, let's step into it together.Support the showFollow and Support All my Creative endeavours on Patreon. Jeremy McCandless | Creating Podcasts and Bible Study Resources | Patreon Check out my other Podcasts. The Bible Project: https://thebibleproject.buzzsprout.com History of the Christian Church: https://thehistoryofthechristianchurch.buzzsprout.com The L.I.F.E. Podcast: (Philosophy and current trends in the Arts and Entertainment Podcast). https://the-living-in-faith-everyday-podcast.buzzsprout.com The Renewed Mind Podcast. My Psychology and Mental Health Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2568891 The Classic Literature Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2568906

By Ken Loucks - Many people misread the Bible because they confuse the picture with the point—taking metaphors, analogies, and symbols as if they were literal, or mashing them together as if they mean the same thing. This message lays a clear, biblical foundation for telling the difference between what is LITERAL

Pastor Mike Roberts talks about the importance of understanding the bible and the difference between different bible translations.

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In this episode, I'm joined by Faith Womack, known to many as Bible Nerd Ministries, for a deeply refreshing conversation on how to read Scripture with clarity, curiosity, and joy. Faith shares her own story of growing up with mishandled and misapplied Bible teaching, and how learning the basics of hermeneutics transformed everything for her. We talk about context, genre, the big story of God's redemption, why so many of us default to reading ourselves into the text, and how Scripture becomes truly alive when we allow it to reveal who God is rather than simply serve our needs. If you've ever felt bored, intimidated, confused, or stuck in your Bible reading, this episode is a hopeful path back toward awe, depth, and worship. And as Faith reminds us, understanding the Word isn't reserved for scholars, it's an invitation extended to every follower of Jesus.Faith Womack is the founder of Bible Nerd Ministries and a content creator who aims to inspire Christians to get back into the Word of God. Her courses, including “Bible Study Bootcamp” and “Theology Bootcamp,” have reached thousands, and her Bible study content has reached over 10 million people on Instagram, TikTok and YouTube.  Faith aims to empower Christians not only to understand the Bible but also to enjoy it. Her debut book, No More Boring Bible Study: Why Taking Scripture Seriously Is Easier and More Exciting Than You Think releases from Zondervan in November 2025. Faith has a B.A. in biblical and theological studies from Covenant College and a M.A.T.S. from Erskine Seminary. When she's not filming or teaching, Faith spends her time with her family going on hikes, crafting and drinking way too much coffee. Faith's Book:No More Boring Bible StudyFaith's Recommendation:The Incarnate Christ and His CriticsConnect with Joshua: jjohnson@shiftingculturepodcast.comGo to www.shiftingculturepodcast.com to interact and donate. Every donation helps to produce more podcasts for you to enjoy.Follow on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Threads, Bluesky or YouTubeConsider Giving to the podcast and to the ministry that my wife and I do around the world. Just click on the support the show link below Contact me to advertise: jjohnson@shiftingculturepodcast.com Support the show

The Bible is a big book, and it can be overwhelming! Author and content creator Zach Windahl shares practical ideas for studying the Bible and understanding it in new and deeper ways. Zach's book is "The Bible, SImplified: Learn the Story, Live the Story". Originally aired August 5, 2025 Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

The Bible was written thousands of years ago to a world that looks very different from our own, which can make it difficult to understand. As an authority in our lives as followers of Jesus, this week we explore how to approach the Bible and learn to read it well to become more like Jesus.

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Here's how many debates about contentious societal issues stall out: someone declares, “because the Bible says so.” End of story. But what does the Bible say?

Sometimes the hardest part of anything new is just getting started. Have you tried opening the Bible, but didn't even know where to open it to? Have you ever wondered, ‘How does this apply to me, anyways?' Well you're not alone. As we wrap up this series, (Mis)Understanding the Bible, Jordan walks through what it actually looks like to make the Bible a part of our every-day lives. And you'll be surprised what this small habit could do for you in your life. You've probably heard the Bible is confusing, outdated, inspiring, life-changing, or just a neat story. So which is it? Over the next four weeks we'll tackle the questions people actually ask: What does the Bible say? Who was it originally written for? Is it trustworthy? And why should I read it at all? If you've tried and stalled, or you're skeptical of church answers, you're not alone. The Bible may not be what you've been told.

In this mailbag episode, John and Wayne answers questions from listeners like: leading team members who don't get along, speaking on hot-button issues, understanding the Bible, and more. Send in a question for next month's mailbag episode by emailing parker@leadershipinblackandwhite.com or by DM'ing us on Instagram. Follow us on Instagram for more great leadership content: Pastor John (@johnsiebeling), Pastor Wayne (@waynefrancis), Podcast (@leadershipinblackandwhite). Leave a rating and review to give us your feedback and help the show continue to grow!

Can you even trust the Bible in a world of deepfakes, clickbait, and broken promises? You probably have real objections. How do we deal with the “telephone game” copies, seeming contradictions, and the misuse of scripture throughout history? And how do we weigh those against eyewitness accounts, early manuscripts, archaeology, and the story of the resurrection?You've probably heard the Bible is confusing, outdated, inspiring, life-changing, or just a neat story. So which is it? Over the next four weeks we'll tackle the questions people actually ask: What does the Bible say? Who was it originally written for? Is it trustworthy? And why should I read it at all? If you've tried and stalled, or you're skeptical of church answers, you're not alone. The Bible may not be what you've been told.

Have you ever considered that maybe the Bible was written for you, not to you? If you've bumped into confusing commands, seeming contradictions, or culture clashes, you're definitely not the first. Maybe there's a better way to read scripture, and maybe there's a better lens to view your Bible through.You've probably heard the Bible is confusing, outdated, inspiring, life-changing, or just a neat story. So which is it? Over the next four weeks we'll tackle the questions people actually ask: What does the Bible say? Who was it originally written for? Is it trustworthy? And why should I read it at all? If you've tried and stalled, or you're skeptical of church answers, you're not alone. The Bible may not be what you've been told.

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Is the Bible actually worth reading? Beyond quotes and soundbites, feel good messages and confusing stories, what is the Bible? In Part 1 of (Mis)Understanding the Bible we're diving into the “what” and the “why” of the B-I-B-L-E. And you might leave rerethinking the book you thought you knew.You've probably heard the Bible is confusing, outdated, inspiring, life-changing, or just a neat story. So which is it? Over the next four weeks we'll tackle the questions people actually ask: What does the Bible say? Who was it originally written for? Is it trustworthy? And why should I read it at all? If you've tried and stalled, or you're skeptical of church answers, you're not alone. The Bible may not be what you've been told.

Guest speaker Pastor Bob Harrison brings a message all about how we can have an accurate and applicable grasp on the Bible.

Ever feel like you read your Bible...but don't really understand it? In this episode, we explore the second step of the EASY Bible Study Method: Assess the Main Idea. Whether you have just 10 minutes or a full hour for Bible study, you'll learn a simple, flexible approach to understanding Scripture that meets you right where you are: and grows with you over time. Click here to send us your email for our newsletter OR to send a message to the show! We have no way of responding unless you leave your email.Want to study God's Word for yourself? Try our In-Depth Bible Study Academy Click here to try a free mini-course!Support the show

The Bible is a big book, and it can be overwhelming! Author and content creator Zach Windahl shares practical ideas for studying the Bible and understanding it in new and deeper ways. Zach's book is "The Bible, SImplified: Learn the Story, Live the Story". Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

Is there any significance to God being the first to shed blood (i.e., garments of skin)?Was sacrifice only about sin—or was it also about cleansing, community, or worship?Support this show!! : https://www.bibspeak.com/#donateGrab your free gift: the top 10 most misunderstood Biblical verses https://info.bibspeak.com/10-verses-c...Join the newsletter (I only send 2 emails a week): https://www.bibspeak.com/#newsletterShop Dwell L'abel 15% off using the discount code BIBSPEAK15 https://go.dwell-label.com/bibspeakDownload Logos Bible Software for your own personal study: http://logos.com/biblicallyspeakingSign up for Riverside: https://www.riverside.fm/?utm_campaig...Build your Skool Community: https://www.skool.com/refer?ref=91448...Join the Biblically Heard Community: https://www.skool.com/biblically-spea...Support this show!! : https://www.bibspeak.com/#donate Dr. Robert Holmstedt—professor of Hebrew Bible and SemiticLanguages at the University of Toronto. He holds a PhD in Hebrew and Semitic Studiesfrom the University of Wisconsin-Madison, with a minor in generative linguistics. Beforethat, he earned his BA in biblical studies from Wheaton College.”“He's taught everything from ancient Hebrew to general linguistics, and his passion isbringing theoretical and linguistic clarity to how we read the Hebrew Bible—especiallytexts we tend to overlook or misunderstand.”“And when he's not decoding ancient Hebrew texts, he's a father of nine and likes tobuild things in his shop. Email Dr. Holmstedt for resource suggestions - robert.holmstedt@utoronto.caHere are the book recommendations from Dr. Robert Holmstedt:Commentaries on Esther, Ruth, and Ecclesiastes (Hebrew grammatical focus)- https://libguides.thedtl.org/c.php?g=746070&p=5350732Work by Dr. John Walton — especially on Leviticus and priesthood - 5https://www.galaxie.com/article/bbr11-2-08?highlight=Papua%20New%20GuineaFollow Biblically Speaking on Instagram and Spotify! / thisisbiblicallyspeaking https://open.spotify.com/show/1OBPaQj...

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All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, equipped for every good work. 2 Timothy 3:16-17Support the show, a product of Hope Media: https://hope1032.com.au/donate/2211A-pod/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Zach Windahl grew up going to church, but it wasn’t until a low point in 2014—when he seriously questioned if Christianity was even for him—that his faith became real. He packed up and moved to Australia for an intensive Bible study, spending 12 hours a day, six days a week in Scripture. Within a week, everything changed. That transformation sparked a calling: help people actually understand the Bible. Zach launched The Brand Sunday, which went on to become one of the fastest-growing brands in the country. Now, with The Bible Simplified, he’s making the storyline of the Bible clear, accessible, and deeply relevant—no fluff, no pressure, just real truth for real life. His mission? To meet people where they are, simplify faith, and show that the Bible isn’t just for scholars—it’s for everyone.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Each Saturday on Open Line with Dr.Michael Rydelnik, Michael helps you understand the Bible better. Join him each weekend with your questions about the Scriptures. Learn more about resources mentioned:Chosen People Ministries free giftFEBC podcastMoody Bible Commentary Open Line is listener-supported. To support the program, click here. Become a Kitchen Table Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/openline/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episdoe of Theologcailyl Fashioned, we're joined by Dr. Josh Morgan to explore how spiritual disciplines help us grow closer to God - not as a checklist of tasks, but as intentional practices that shape and position our hearts for transformation. Together, we unpack the beauty and purpose behind disciplines like prayer, Scripture, and silence and how they fashion us into people who are continurally being renewed by Christ.  This conversation is an invitation to deeper formation and a reminder that spiritual growth is less about striving and more about surrender.  Connect with me on instagram @itmonicaritchie for more conversations about theology, Scripture, and faithful living as a woman of God.  Connect with Dr. Josh Morgan   Instagram @Joshuasethmorgan  Podcast: Feel Closer to God Today on the 8ish Minute Bible Study Podcast Website: Dr. Josh Morgan

Have you ever wondered how the Bible fits together as one unified story? In this episode, we explore its divine harmony, dive into the Old and New Testaments, and challenge you to start discovering its transformative message for yourself!SUBSCRIBE to our channel    / @binmin_org   JOIN the NEWSLETTER athttps://binmin.org/newsletter/ SUPPORT Binmin with atax-deductible gift HERE - https://binmin.org/donate   0:00 - INTRO  0:56 - DEFINING THE BIBLEOne unified story of redemption 1:54 – HOW IS THE BIBLE HARMONIZED?It was inspired by GodThe Bible has one ultimate author: God 2:19 – THE OLD TESTEMENTShows how God prepared the world for Jesus4 main sections: Law, History, Poetry, Prophecy 3:24 – THE NEW TESTEMENTAll about Jesus, His followers, and the early church5 sections: The Gospels, Acts, Paul's Letters, General Letters, Revelation 5:20 - CALL TO ACTION1:Start reading it for yourself 6:01 - THANK YOU & WRAP UP  JOIN the NEWSLETTER. SUPPORT Binmin with a tax-deductible gift HERECONNECT WITH BINMIN: TikTok Instagram Facebook Linkedin Binmin.orgQuestions?: info@binmin.orgPODCAST RESOURCES: More from Binmin: Binmin.org Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Subscribe on YouTubeLEAVE A REVIEW on Apple podcasts 

Scott Harris, Vice President of Church and Global Engagement at Mission Increase, concludes teaching on "God's Grand Story: Understanding The Bible" at ClearView Baptist Church in Franklin, Tennessee.

Scott Harris, Vice President of Church and Global Engagement at Mission Increase, continues teaching on "God's Grand Story: Understanding The Bible" at ClearView Baptist Church in Franklin, Tennessee.

Download Parenting the Open Generation HERE. Download GuideStone strategy guide here. We are joined by special guest, Dr. Manny Arango. Dr. Manny is the founder of Arma - an online platform to help you learn the Bible for yourself. In this episode, Pastors John and Wayne discuss the church Dr. Manny is planting next year, a new bible reading plan that is catching fire, and a new book coming soon called "Crushing Chaos." You can find more of Dr. Manny's content at armacourses.com or on his Instagram account: @mannyarango. Download your free strategy guide from GuideStone here.

Scott Harris, Vice President of Church and Global Engagement at Mission Increase, continues teaching on "God's Grand Story: Understanding The Bible" at ClearView Baptist Church in Franklin, Tennessee.

Scott Harris, Vice President of Church and Global Engagement at Mission Increase, continues teaching on "God's Grand Story: Understanding The Bible" at ClearView Baptist Church in Franklin, Tennessee.

Scott Harris, Vice President of Church and Global Engagement at Mission Increase, continues teaching on "God's Grand Story: Understanding The Bible" at ClearView Baptist Church in Franklin, Tennessee.

How important is the Bible? It’s so vital that people in many countries risk their lives to translate it into their native languages. Often, these are ordinary believers in Jesus who face arrest for translating the words of Scripture into a heart language others can understand. One female translator from a country hostile to believers in Jesus said, “I must complete this work. I want to see my beloved ones experience salvation in Christ.” And a man who organizes regular citizens to clandestinely translate Scripture explains that the Bible is essential to growing mature believers in local churches: “You can start a church, but . . . [without] the Bible in its heart language, it will typically only last one generation.” Why are they doing this? Because there’s no other book like the Bible. Its preservation through the centuries is unique. Its authenticity and its representation of mankind’s heart is accurate. It’s “alive and active. . . . [and] judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart” (Hebrews 4:12). And “all Scripture is God-breathed” (2 Timothy 3:16), inspired by Him. And most important, it reveals the source and reality of “salvation through faith in Christ Jesus” (v. 15). Let’s read, cherish, and live by the Scriptures. And as God provides, let’s help those around the world receive it and understand it.

Ever tried to put together IKEA furniture without the instructions? That’s what happens when we misread the Bible. This Sunday, we’re diving into the key to unlocking Scripture’s true meaning—because when we follow the right guide, everything just clicks.

Does the Bible matter? Is there a correct way to read it? Do I have to read it? Is it even relevant today? In this episode of the Live Changed Podcast, we dive deep with Tim Mackie and Jon Collins, founders of The Bible Project, to explore true meaning of the Bible and if it truly matters to us today.Watch the Full Episode on YouTube https://youtu.be/kc9akRKygYgAbout LCBC Church: LCBC stands for Lives Changed By Christ. We are one church in multiple locations across Pennsylvania. Find the location closest to you or join us for Church Online. We can't wait to connect with you!

Click here to send us your email for our newsletter OR to send a message to the show! We have no way of responding unless you leave your email.➡️Get Your FREE Guide "How to Study the Bible" at www.coffeeandbibletime.com!Join us for a conversation with Amy Senter, a former teacher and artist, who took an unexpected path toward biblical literacy. Her journey is one of passion and perseverance, overcoming a severe illness, becoming transformed by the power of personal Bible study.Learn the importance of developing a strong foundation in scripture to confidently navigate life and faith. Amy shares practical tips for effective study, including the use of visual aids and timelines. She highlights the value of spiritual disciplines and self-care, emphasizing how these practices can lead to personal transformation. Amy's Links:Website: amysenter.comGo To Bible: Illustrating BibleGo-To Bible: Parallel BibleJournaling Supplies: Apple Pencil for iPadJournaling Supplies: Apple iPadJournaling Supplies: SharpiesApp/Website: LogosSurvive the holidays without going broke! Keep Christ at the center of Christmas.It's not just about pinching pennies – how to balance frugality with generosity.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showCheck out our website for more ways to fully connect to God's Word. There you'll find: Coffee and Bible Time Prayer Journals Coffee and Bible Time Courses Coffee and Bible Time Shop Find more great content on our YouTube channel: Coffee and Bible Time Our most popular video is “How I Study My Bible + In-Depth Bible Study!” with over 2M views! Follow us on InstagramVisit our Amazon ShopLearn more about the host Ellen KrauseEmail us at podcast@coffeeandbibletime.comThanks for listening to Coffee and Bible Time, where our goal is to help people delight in God's Word and thrive in Christian living! Some of the links in this episode may be affiliate links, meaning if you click through and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.

Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley discuss how we can understand the story of Scripture and why it's important for us to know it.Questions Covered in This Episode:Can you share your journey from knowing Bible stories to knowing it was all one larger narrative?How do you communicate the story of the Bible?What is the framework of the story?What's a one-word cheat code for the story of the Bible?Why is knowing the story of Scripture important?Resources Mentioned in this Episode:Training the Church Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteOur Sister Podcasts:The Family Discipleship Podcast | Tiny TheologiansSupport Training the Church and Become a Patron:patreon.com/trainingthechurchInterested in starting seminary and our new 100% tuition For the Church Cohorts? Learn more about what it means to study #ForTheChurch at Midwestern Seminary and apply for free with code KNOWINGFAITH at mbts.edu/apply.Sponsors:To learn more about our sponsors please visit our website. Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co.