What in the Word?

#55: Eccl 7: Herding Cats

In this episode, we take a look at some enigmatic verses of Ecclesiastes 7, exploring the challenges of wisdom, righteousness, and the human desire for control.
We think about the limits of wisdom and righteousness and come back to the fundamental message that true contentment comes from acknowledging God.
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#54: Eccl 3: Life Is Absurd

In this episode, we explore Ecclesiastes 3 and the Hebrew word hebel, and how it encapsulates the absurdity and fleeting nature of life.
Ecclesiastes 3 challenges us to question why wisdom, despite its advantages over foolishness, fails to grant control over life's uncertainties and offers a fresh perspective on how to navigate life's unpredictability.
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Advent 3: O Come, Thou Day-Spring, Come and Cheer

O come, Thou Day-Spring, come and cheerOur spirits by Thine advent hereDisperse the gloomy clouds of nightAnd death's dark shadows put to flight.Rejoice! Rejoice! EmmanuelShall come to thee, O Israel.

Advent 2: O Come, Thou Rod of Jesse, Free

O come, thou rod of Jesse, free Thine own from Satan's tyranny; From depths of hell thy people save, And give them victory o'er the grave. Rejoice! Rejoice! Emmanuel Shall come to thee, O Israel.

Advent 1: O Come, O Come, Emmanuel

O come, O come, Emmanuel,And ransom captive Israel;That mourns in lonely exile here,Until the Son of God appear.Rejoice! Rejoice! EmmanuelShall come to thee, O Israel.

Special Edition: Titus Final

This special edition episode is posted by request of Lauren H. These special editions cover the book of Titus in depth.

Special Edition: Titus 2

This special edition episode is posted by request of Lauren H. These special editions cover the book of Titus in depth.

Special Edition: Titus 1

This special edition episode is posted by request of Lauren H. These special editions cover the book of Titus in depth.

Special Edition: Titus Introduction

This special edition episode is posted by request of Lauren H. These special editions cover the book of Titus in depth.

#53: Prov 30: The Way of a Ship Upon the Sea

In this episode, we look at Prov 30, a chapter primarily aimed at young men destined for leadership in Israel. The chapter is organized around two key sets of teachings, each introduced by a single line in verses 10 and 17, and these instructions provide some clarity for interpreting the subsequent numerical sayings. The first set warns against oppressing subordinates; the second set addresses rebellion against superiors.
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