What in the Word?

#32: Neh 11 & Acts 21: Like Draniki and Sour Cream

Nehemiah 11 recounts the challenging return to Jerusalem after the exile. Despite the city's unsafe and uncomfortable conditions, the people willingly trust in God.
In Acts 21, we witness Paul's determination to go to Jerusalem, fully aware of the suffering that awaits him. Join us as we reflect on the connection between the stories and what it means to trust God. 
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#31: Jer 7 & Matt 21: Like Peanut Butter and Jelly

These two passages, seemingly unrelated at first glance, share a link that reveals something about God's nature and the true essence of faith and prayer.
Join us as we explore some shared themes and what it means to have an authentic relationship with God.
If you have a bit of the Bible that makes you wonder, email whatintheword@tuta.com and we'll try to cover it.

#30: Judges 9: The Tale of the Bramble King

Today we consider a story told by Jotham when Abimelek, the son of Gideon, tries to establish himself as king.
We look at Jotham's parable of the trees, which serves as Judges' polemic on the dangers of worldly leadership and sheds light on the problem of Israel's request for a king in 1 Samuel. Join as we explore what leadership means under God.
If you have a bit of the Bible that makes you wonder, email whatintheword@tuta.com and we'll try to cover it.
 

#29: Acts 6: Don't Be Spiritualizin' the Spiritual

In this episode, we take a look at Stephen's murder, its connection to Paul, and what it says about Christ.
Luke's narrative deliberately connects Stephen to Paul (formerly Saul), and we discuss how Stephen's death gives us a chance to reflect on Jesus Christ, who directs His kingdom with effortless authority.
If you have a bit of the Bible that makes you wonder, email whatintheword@tuta.com and we'll try to cover it.

Special Edition: Lamentations, The End

This special edition episode is posted by request of Meredith W. These special editions cover the book of Lamentations in depth in 5 episodes.

Special Edition: Lamentations 3

This special edition episode is posted by request of Meredith W. These special editions cover the book of Lamentations in depth in 5 episodes.

Special Edition: Lamentations 2

This special edition episode is posted by request of Meredith W. These special editions cover the book of Lamentations in depth in 5 episodes.

Special Edition: Lamentations 1

This special edition episode is posted by request of Meredith W. These special editions cover the book of Lamentations in depth in 5 episodes.

Special Edition: Lamentations Introduction

This special edition episode is posted by request of Meredith W. These special editions cover the book of Lamentations in depth in 5 episodes.

#28: Lev 24: "All Animals are Equal But Some Animals Are More Equal Than Others"

In this podcast, we take a look at Leviticus 24: a chapter known for a particular line that frequently gets misunderstood.
We begin by exploring the story of a man who blasphemes God, raising questions about the application of God's law that end up offering a teaching opportunity about some revolutionary values God wants to impart to the Israelites.
If you have a bit of the Bible that makes you wonder, email whatintheword@tuta.com and we'll try to cover it.