77 - Unpacking Bible DifficultiesWe investigate the rich and complex world of the Bible, exploring its many facets through scholarly insight and personal reflection.Inspired by Father Mike Schmitz, we discuss various ways to engage with the Bible, whe

76 - The Sweet Joys in LifeIn todays episode, we delve into Margaret Feinbergs captivating book, Scouting the Divine: Searching for God in Wine, Wool, and Wild Honey, a journey that intertwines the ancient world of agriculture with profound spiritua

75 - Harvesting HopeIn todays episode, we dive into the fascinating intersection of farming and biblical teachings, inspired by Margaret Feinbergs Scouting the Divine. We explore how the age-old practice of farming enriches our understanding of spir

74 - The Meaning of the Seder and JesusThe celebration of Passover Seder and its connection to the story of Jesus. We explored the various elements of the Passover meal and how they symbolize different aspects of the Jewish people's escape from Egypt. T

73 - Jesus and PassoverToday, we discussed the historical and religious significance of Passover. The profound meaning of this Jewish holiday celebrates not only the Israelites' exodus from Egypt but also the concepts of freedom and salvation. As Christ

72- The Significance of His Death and ResurrectionWe look into the significance of the anointing of Jesus by Mary, a moment that marked both a royal and a burial ceremony. The apostles misunderstood this moment. We also discussed the Passover meal, where

71 - The Last Week BeginsIn this podcast, I delve into the final week of Christ's life, providing an in-depth exploration of the events and teachings that led to his crucifixion. We also review and discuss aspects of the book The Last Week, a day-to-day

70 - Rome and the People of IsraelToday we discuss the historical context of Roman influence in the time when Jesus was crucified. Its important to note the paradoxical nature of the Roman civilization - their aim was to establish peace, yet they emplo

69 - Setting the Greek Stage for JesusIn this episode, we'll be delving into the extensive history and influence of the Greeks on the land of Israel, setting the stage for the time of Jesus.The Greeks, who had conquered Israel in 330 BC, brought abou

68 - Israel, the North, and the South in the Time of JesusToday, were going to explore the different people groups that existed during the time of Jesus, specifically within Israel.Well focus on the tribe of Judah, which is made up of the descendants