Best Chuck Hartman Podcasts (2025)

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A Sacrifice of Praise, Not Animals or Goods 3:00

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Followers of Christ should offer a sacrifice—but one of praise instead of animals or material goods. Since Jesus' work on our behalf is entirely complete (Hebrews 9:24–26), we cannot add to it (Galatians 3:10–14). Instead, our praise and offerings should come from gratitude, obedience, and worship. The following verse explains this further, remindi…

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Nayantara Roy | The Magnificent Ruins 32:21

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🎙 Nayatara Roy – The Magnificent Ruins In this episode of Read Between the Lines, Molly Southgate sits down with debut author Nayantara Roy to discuss her sweeping and powerful new novel, The Magnificent Ruins. 📖 About the Book – The Magnificent Ruins It is the summer of 2015, and Lila De is on the verge of a breakthrough in her career at a prestig…

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A Better Sacrifice 3:00

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When Jesus was executed outside the city walls of Jerusalem (John 19:17-20), it symbolized how the old covenant elements, such as the temple and sacrifices, pointed to Christ’s true sacrifice (Hebrews 9:23-24) and the idea of being rejected. Jesus died to sanctify believers. His being “cast out” represents something undesirable. Yet, He endured thi…

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A More Theological Approach 3:00

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The new covenant is not a “plan B” but part of God’s original plan. Jesus Christ and His gospel have always delivered the same message throughout history, as seen in the faith heroes of chapter 11 and other spiritual leaders. Main Text: Hebrews 13:7-9 (ESV)By Chuck Hartman

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Practical Guidelines for Believers 3:00

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The author encourages Christians to trust in God rather than feeling dissatisfied with their circumstances. Although this idea is logical, it can be difficult during crises. With God, the Creator, assuring us of His care (1 Peter 5:7) and His work of turning our lives for good (Romans 8:28), we have no reason to fear.…

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Guidance for Christian Living 3:00

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Jesus taught that our words and actions are examined by God (Matthew 12:36) and that how we treat others reflects our love for Him (Matthew 10:40-42). He linked good deeds to caring for those in need, strangers, and prisoners (Matthew 25:34-40), like the audience in Hebrews who are fellow believers, strangers, and prisoners (Hebrews 13:3). The idea…

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Season 5, Ep 72 - Fluff Bloodpants (w/ Josh Gondelman) 50:09

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Fluff the Squirrel is back and he has an insatiable thirst for blood. Credits Arnie: Arnie Niekamp Chunt: Adal Rifai Usidore: Matt Young Fluff the Squirrel: Josh Gondelman Mysterious Man: Tim Sniffen Producers: Arnie Niekamp, Matt Young, and Adal Rifai Associate Producer: Anna Havermann Post-Production Coordination: Garrett Schultz Editor: Sage G.C…

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Blessed Are the Merciful (Pt 1 of 2) 15:00

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Remarkably, one can be despised by the world yet feel such joy. God’s joy is not merely the absence of hardship. God’s Joy is the presence of Jesus. Moreover, God’s joy might be the most reliable indicator of Jesus’ presence in the life of a born-again believer. Are you willing to approach God feeling poor in spirit? Are you willing to acknowledge …

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Grace and Gratitude? 3:00

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The original Greek contains details lost in English translations. The English focus only on gratitude, the Greek appears to connect our reception of God’s kingdom with the concept of grace; this aligns with the broader biblical perspective on salvation, which is depicted as accessible solely through God’s grace (Romans 11:6; Ephesians 2:8-9). We re…

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A New Heaven? A New Earth? 3:00

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This letter is addressed to Jewish Christians who are experiencing a certain degree of persecution. The challenge they encounter is the temptation to revert to a religion that is more socially acceptable; this reinforces the same idea as the rest of the letter: that God will exchange something transient for something everlasting. Just as the old co…

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Sadie Hoagland | Circle of Animals 31:16

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🎙 Sadie Hoagland – Circle of Animals In this episode of Read Between the Lines, Molly Southgate sits down with acclaimed author Sadie Hoagland to discuss her haunting and beautifully crafted new novel, Circle of Animals. 📖 About the Book – Circle of Animals When her hippie mother Edi goes missing the same week Sky Richard is assaulted at work--Sky …

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Moses, Firstborn, and First Fruits? 3:00

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The phrase “the assembly of the firstborn who are enrolled in heaven” is somewhat unclear. The word translated as “assembly” here is commonly translated as “church.” Since these are individuals in heaven, the term “firstborn” appears to align with verses like 2 Thessalonians 2:13 and James 1:18, where redeemed Christians are described as the “first…

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Fear and Trembling? 3:00

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In the Old Testament, when God gave the written laws to Moses, it was accompanied by fire, sounds, and a sacred mountain that neither humans nor animals could approach (Exodus 19:9–20). These miraculous occurrences evoked a very understandable fear in the Children of Israel. As clarified earlier in the book of Hebrews, the purpose of the old covena…

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Unholy, Like Esau? 3:00

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Esau came to realize that he could not disregard his blessings and then anticipate receiving them. When the moment arrived to claim his full inheritance, Esau discovered it had been bestowed upon another (Genesis 27:34–35). The takeaway is that Christians should not approach their relationship with Christ carelessly without facing repercussions. Ma…

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Season 5, Ep 71 - Super Studs (live from Somerville, MA) 1:05:24

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Usidore uses magic to summon items from Earth that are both wondrous and annoying. Recorded live at Arts at the Armory in Somerville, MA on July 18 2025. Credits Arnie: Arnie Niekamp Chunt: Adal Rifai Usidore: Matt Young Mysterious Man: Tim Sniffen Producers: Arnie Niekamp, Matt Young, and Adal Rifai Associate Producer: Anna Havermann Post-Producti…

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Blessed Are Those Who Hunger and Thirst for Righteousness (Pt 1 of 2) 15:00

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When you wake up tomorrow, and the world starts anew, pause and say to the Lord, “Today, I want you to draw me closer to Yourself. I wish to experience a level of intimacy with You that I haven’t yet attained. Lord, I have tasks I need to accomplish today. I want You to be so real to me that, while I’m engaged in these, I remain aware of Your prese…

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Vigorous Exercise for Spiritual Growth 3:00

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Staying on the right spiritual path is essential. God’s training can heal weaknesses, like physical therapy, helping believers grow spiritually together (Hebrews 10:25). Main Text: Hebrews 12:12-14 (ESV)By Chuck Hartman

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Vigorous Exercise 3:00

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The author of Hebrews emphasizes that experiencing difficult times doesn't mean God is punishing us or has forsaken us. Sometimes, God uses hardships to guide us away from sin (Hebrews 6:7-8). At other times, we are given opportunities to grow and strengthen our faith; this is like the relationship between a parent and child—that is why the author …

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The Value of Discipline 3:00

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The text explained that the Christians addressed in this letter had not suffered as much as those before them (Hebrews 12:4). In summary, saved individuals should expect to experience God’s discipline; this may include feeling a sense of conviction when they sin. Those who claim faith in Christ but do not feel any discipline, especially a sense of …

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A Father’s Love 3:00

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The idea is that a caring father would “discipline” his child, which is also present in Scripture. The reference here is from Proverbs 3:11-12. In this passage, we see that a wise father intentionally guides his children’s growth. He corrects their mistakes while also teaching them to follow a specific path (Proverbs 22:6). By including references …

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Great Cloud of Witnesses: Learning from the Past 3:00

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The correct response for a Christian, given the “witnesses” of godly faith and their achievements despite their trials, and considering God’s loving patience, is to intentionally “cast off” sins and selfishness and “hold fast.” Main Text: Hebrews 12:1-3 (ESV)By Chuck Hartman

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Season 5, Ep 70 - Shopping 48:33

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A shopping trip in Hogsface leads to a shocking run-in with someone we won't reveal in the episode description. Credits Arnie: Arnie Niekamp Chunt: Adal Rifai Usidore: Matt Young Mysterious Man: Tim Sniffen Producers: Arnie Niekamp, Matt Young, and Adal Rifai Associate Producer: Anna Havermann Post-Production Coordination: Garrett Schultz Editor: T…

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So We Can Partake In That Ultimate Reward 3:00

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Verses 39 and 40 culminate brilliantly in supporting the writer’s main argument. This conclusion is fully realized in the first two verses of the subsequent chapter. The earlier sections of this letter thoroughly articulated the reasons for having utmost confidence in the new covenant established through Jesus Christ. Main Text: Hebrews 11:39-40 (E…

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Lisa C Taylor | The Shape of What Remains 35:30

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🎙 Lisa C. Taylor – The Shape of What Remains In this episode of Read Between the Lines, Molly Southgate sits down with award-winning author Lisa C. Taylor to discuss her powerful and heart-wrenching new novel, The Shape of What Remains. 📖 About the Book – The Shape of What Remains What did six-year-old Serena Calvano see that caused her to run into…

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Delayed Rewards for Our Sake 3:00

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This letter, written initially to persecuted Jewish-Christians, highlights the severe hardships endured by some believers to evoke conviction in those facing less dire struggles. While others have faced torture and imprisonment for their faith, we should reflect on whether our challenges are truly insurmountable. Instead of despairing, we should be…

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A Particular Faith 3:00

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The main idea in this section of Hebrews is the importance of faith. Specifically, true faith is not simply “belief,” nor is it only “obedience.” Instead, biblical faith represents a reliance on God, informed by our understanding of Him and despite the uncertainties of the future (Hebrews 11:1–3) Main Text: Hebrews 11:29-34 (ESV)…

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Hall of Faith: Moses 3:00

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Moses faced a personal decision about his trust in God. As an adopted son of the Egyptian king’s daughter, he could have distanced himself from the suffering of the Israelites; this indicates that Moses fully embraced his Jewish heritage, opting for it over a life of luxury in the palace. Main Text: Hebrews 11:23-28 (ESV)…

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True Godly Faith Pt 2 3:00

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True godly “faith” involves having trust in God, grounded in previous knowledge, even when we struggle to comprehend (Hebrews 11:1). The author of Hebrews aims to show that God’s evaluation of an individual is connected to their faith, rather than just their deeds (Hebrews 11:6). Main Text: Hebrews 11:17-22 (ESV)…

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Season 5, Ep 69 - Automa-Tawny the Automaton Townie (w/ Tawny Newsome) 45:17

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Automa-Tawny the Automaton Townie is a clockwork robot that's a local in every town. She was also the winner of this year's March Magic bracket of powerful magic user despite little to no evidence of magical abilities. Credits Arnie: Arnie Niekamp Chunt: Adal Rifai Usidore: Matt Young Automa-Tawny: Tawny Newsome Flower: Brooke Breit Mysterious Man:…

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Blessed Are the Meek (Pt 2 of 2) 15:00

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What does it really mean to be meek? After all, our Western culture often discourages meekness. Kristin Kobes Du Mez, author of “Jesus and John Wayne,” explores how the Western Christian Church has been influenced by cultural ideas of militant masculinity, which sometimes seem to clash with the teachings of Jesus, like “the meek shall inherit the e…

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True Godly Faith Pt 1 3:00

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True godly “faith” involves having trust in God, grounded in previous knowledge, even when we struggle to comprehend (Hebrews 11:1). The author of Hebrews aims to show that God’s evaluation of an individual is connected to their faith, rather than just their deeds (Hebrews 11:6). Main Text: Hebrews 11:17-22 (ESV)…

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The Key to Pleasing God 3:00

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Life on Earth is a short journey. As the hymnist expresses, this world is not our true home, as referenced in Hebrews, where we are described as “strangers and exiles.”. Main Text: Hebrews 11:13-16 (ESV)By Chuck Hartman

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Chuck Tingle | Bury Your Gays 34:55

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Chuck Tingle on Bury Your Gays and Writing to Prove Love is Real In this episode of Read Between the Lines, Molly Southgate sits down with USA Today bestselling author Chuck Tingle to talk about his bold, thrilling, and deeply heartfelt latest novel, Bury Your Gays. Known for blending horror, romance, and satire with a fiercely human core, Chuck di…

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Able, Enoch, and Noah 3:00

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This passage shows examples of faithful obedience in the Old Testament to illustrate that God favors those who obey Him. Abel, the second son of Adam and Eve, is the first murder victim recorded in the Bible. Main Text: Hebrews 11:4-7 (ESV)By Chuck Hartman

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Abraham, Sarah, Isaac, and Jacob 3:00

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One of the most famous examples of trusting faith in the Bible is Abraham. The writer refers to the moment when God called Abraham, named initially Abram, to leave his homeland (Genesis 12:1–4). Main Text: Hebrews 11:8-12 (ESV)By Chuck Hartman

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Faith Involves Trust 3:00

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Faith, according to the Bible, is not blind. Over half of the verses in Hebrews focus on reasons and evidence for accepting the new covenant through Jesus Christ. Faith is not naive or irrational. Instead, true faith involves trust. Main Text: Hebrews 11:1-3 (ESV)By Chuck Hartman

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Season 5, Ep 68 - Honk if You're Hungry (w/ Ross Kimball) 47:03

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Honk the Assassin is back and you won't believe what he's... okay, fine, he's trying to kill Arnie. Credits Arnie: Arnie Niekamp Chunt: Adal Rifai Usidore: Matt Young Honk the Assassin: Ross Kimball Mysterious Man: Tim Sniffen Producers: Arnie Niekamp, Matt Young, and Adal Rifai Associate Producer: Anna Havermann Post-Production Coordination: Garre…

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495: Strong Rental Market Demand, The Age of Bitcoin and the Coming Ai Disruptions with Mark Moss 37:41

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Jason welcomes Mark Moss, an expert in monetary policy, cryptocurrency, and investments. They primarily center on the transformative impact of artificial intelligence (AI) and technology on the economy and society. Moss argues that while AI offers immense potential for increased efficiency and wealth creation, it also exacerbates the wealth gap due…

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Blessed Are the Meek (Pt 1 of 2) 15:00

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What does it really mean to be meek? After all, our Western culture often discourages meekness. Kristin Kobes Du Mez, author of “Jesus and John Wayne,” explores how the Western Christian Church has been influenced by cultural ideas of militant masculinity, which sometimes seem to clash with the teachings of Jesus, like “the meek shall inherit the e…

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Preserve Their Souls 3:00

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The mention of “the coming one” and the claim that He “will not delay” serve as a source of encouragement for the reader. Past persecutions have concluded, and the ongoing persecution is not eternal. At some future time, Christ will return and restore all things to their rightful order. Main Text: Hebrews 10:36-39 (ESV)…

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You Endured A Hard Struggle 3:00

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The book of Hebrews provides substantial evidence that the Old Testament foretold the arrival of Christ as the culmination of God’s salvation plan (Hebrews 8:7–13). Simultaneously, God has given us examples to caution us about the outcomes of falling into doubt and disobedience, such as the suffering of Israel during their time in the wilderness (H…

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J.K. Kennedy | Clumsy Beauty: Poems for Hearing the 'I Love You' in Everything 30:04

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📚 About CLUMSY BEAUTY: An enchantingly illustrated collection of poems designed to inspire and empower, Clumsy Beauty invites you to hear the "I love you" in every little moment. In an age of constant pressure to meet unattainable standards of beauty and perfection, Clumsy Beauty proclaims the joy of imperfection. Embrace your quirks, your stumbles…

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CH Hooks | Can’t Shake the Dust 28:55

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Racing the Shadows – CH Hooks on Can’t Shake the Dust In this compelling episode of Read Between the Lines, host Molly Southgate sits down with acclaimed author C.H. Hooks to talk about his powerful new novel, Can’t Shake the Dust. The story follows “Little” Bill Lemon III as he struggles to outrun a family legacy filled with hardship, violence, an…

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Set Aside the Law 3:00

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The mention of those who “set aside the law of Moses” refers to individuals who deliberately, intentionally, and spitefully disobeyed God’s laws (Numbers 15:27–31). In such cases, the old covenant did not allow for atonement. Main Text: Hebrews 10:238-31 (ESV)By Chuck Hartman

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Hold Fast the Confession 3:00

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Up to this point, much of the letter has been conveying reasons to be assured that Jesus Christ, rather than the old covenant priesthood, embodies God’s ultimate plan for humanity’s salvation. Main Text: Hebrews 10:23-27 (ESV)By Chuck Hartman

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Therefore, Brothers 3:00

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Verse 19 marks a shift between the primary content of the book of Hebrews and its concluding applications. The original recipients of this letter were Jewish Christians from the early church who faced persecution. This entire letter aims to inspire these believers. The author desires for them to be more diligent, assured, and proactive in their fai…

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Season 5, Ep 67 - Five Finger Wolf Man (w/ Ify Nwadiwe) 45:09

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Five Finger Wolfman, the gambler-turned-werewolf, has a new plan to eat a grandma. Credits Arnie: Arnie Niekamp Chunt: Adal Rifai Usidore: Matt Young Five Finger Wolf Grandma: Ify Nwadiwe Mysterious Man: Tim Sniffen Producers: Arnie Niekamp, Matt Young, and Adal Rifai Associate Producer: Anna Havermann Post-Production Coordination: Garrett Schultz …

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Blessed Are Those Who Mourn (Pt 2 of 2) 15:00

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While the ultimate comfort will be experienced in eternity [when all tears are wiped away (Revelation 21:4), God also provides comfort and peace in the present as individuals turn to Him and experience His grace; this comfort comes through a renewed, or first-time, relationship with God as we are filled with God’s Holy Spirit or as we once again be…

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No Further Sacrifices 3:00

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When sin is truly forgiven, there “is no longer any offering;” this means that once a genuine and redemptive sacrifice has been made, no further sacrifices for sin are needed. Main Text: Hebrews 10:15-18 (ESV)By Chuck Hartman