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The BEMA Podcast is a walk-through of the context of the Bible and the Text itself, as well as surrounding history. We deconstruct our common readings of the Bible and attempt to reconstruct them through the lens of historical context. The main body of work is contained in Seasons 1–5, and we encourage you to start with episode 0 (or even -1) and continue in order through episode 204. Beyond that, we explore new topics, revisit old topics, and dive deeper into practical ways of living out th ...
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It's time to feast upon the Word of God. You've had enough milk, it's time for a little meat. The Gospel of Jesus Christ is as rich and rewarding as you make it. Let's feast together! This podcast leans on the research and scholarship of Old World Historian and Eastern Thinking expert Reed R. Simonsen and his book and lecture series, "The Gospel Feast." Listeners are encouraged to ask questions which are answered every 7th episode. Come and Feast on the Word! http://www.gospelfeastbooks.com
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Hashivenu is a podcast about Jewish teachings and practice around resilience. Cultivating resilience in challenging times, both individually and collectively, is an essential path to personal renewal. Support Hashivenu Find out more about the show at About (https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/about), and learn about our theme song at Theme Song (https://hashivenu.fireside.fm/theme-song). Subscribe by Email This podcast is produced by Reconstructing Judaism. Visit us at ReconstructingJudaism.org (h ...
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Brent Billings, Reed Dent, and Elle Grover Fricks talk about greed. Wall Street (1987 film) — Letterboxd Glengarry Glen Ross (1992 film) — Letterboxd The Wolf of Wall Street (2013 film) — Letterboxd Wishful Thinking by Frederick Buechner “Is Greed Good? On God and Wealth” by Donald Goergen — Church Life Journal To Have or to Be? by Eric Fromm Fight…
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Ep. 127: Be Ye Holy. What does that even mean? (A Eastern Thinking Lesson)
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23:42In this season finale, we discuss the ancient eastern understanding of Holiness. It just might surprise you. This episode also includes a new song by Ron Garrard. Ready for some meat after all the milk? The Gospel Feast Series is available here in 20+ volumes. It's time to Feast on the Word of God! Some podcast distribution platforms create subtitl…
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472: The Chosen S5E3 — “Woes” (Bonus Episode)
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38:23Marty Solomon and Brent Billings continue analyzing Season 5 of The Chosen with a discussion of the third episode. The Chosen The Chosen (TV Series) — Wikipedia The Chosen (2017 TV Series) — IMDb Jesus and the Victory of God by N. T. Wright Support The BEMA PodcastBy BEMA Discipleship
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Brent Billings and Reed Dent gorge themselves on gluttony and its many forms. “Living Lent” by Barbara Cawthorne Crafton in Bread and Wine: Readings for Lent and Easter Glittering Vices by Rebecca Konyndyk DeYoung The Screwtape Letters by C. S. Lewis When Harry Met Sally (1989 film) — JustWatch The Cardinal and the Deadly by Karl Clifton-Soderstrom…
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In this QnA episode we answer a question about the pandemic the world was recently passed through as well as enjoy another song from Ron Garrard. Ready for some meat after all the milk? The Gospel Feast Series is available here in 20+ volumes. It's time to Feast on the Word of God! Some podcast distribution platforms create subtitles using AI techn…
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470: The Chosen S5E2 — “House of Cards” (Bonus Episode)
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27:44Marty Solomon and Brent Billings continue the analysis of Season 5 of The Chosen with a discussion of the second episode. The Chosen The Chosen (TV Series) — Wikipedia The Chosen (2017 TV Series) — IMDb Support The BEMA PodcastBy BEMA Discipleship
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Ep. 125: Gad's Vision of the Great Day of Judgment
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39:31Gad preserved for us his vision of the latter-day Great Judgement. It contains several interesting elements that tie precisely with Restored Christianity. This episode also contains a new song by Ron Garrard. Ready for some meat after all the milk? The Gospel Feast Series is available here in 20+ volumes. It's time to Feast on the Word of God! Some…
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Marty Solomon, Brent Billings, and Reed Dent dive into the first of our vices, lust. Confessions by Augustine of Hippo (Amazon) Confessions by Augustine of Hippo (Project Gutenberg) Glittering Vices by Rebecca Konyndyk DeYoung Game Genie — Wikipedia The Cardinal and the Deadly by Karl Clifton-Soderstrom The Four Loves by C. S. Lewis Wishful Thinkin…
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Ep. 124: The Death of David & the Aftermath
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37:40Gad preserves for us several interesting stories that we would not otherwise have. This episode includes David's final sermon to Israel, his final words on his deathbed, and the aftermath of the tragic story of Tamar who was raped by her half-brother at the palace. This episode contains more music by Ron Garrard. A special thank you to Darin Ething…
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468: The Chosen S5E1 — “Entry” (Bonus Episode)
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33:21Marty Solomon and Brent Billings dive into Season 5 of The Chosen with a discussion of the first episode. The Chosen The Chosen (TV Series) — Wikipedia The Chosen (2017 TV Series) — IMDb The Last Supper by Leonardo da Vinci — Wikipedia Support The BEMA PodcastBy BEMA Discipleship
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Ep. 123: More Psalms of David, famous & forgotten (set to music)
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53:45Because we received an overwhelming response from our last episode, we have decided to give you, in essence, a part 2. Come and enjoy the musical gospel as taught over 2,000 years ago by King David. Who can say? Perhaps you'll find yourself singing along? Also a very happy shoutout to our listeners in Canada whom we are told started "Podcasts & Pop…
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Marty Solomon, Brent Billings, and Reed Dent embark on a journey through the vices and virtues. The Gospel of Being Human by Marty Solomon and Reed Dent Confessions by Augustine of Hippo (Amazon) Confessions by Augustine of Hippo (Project Gutenberg) Summa Theologica by Thomas Aquinas — Wikipedia Glittering Vices by Rebecca Konyndyk DeYoung The Card…
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Marty Solomon and Brent Billings are joined by special guest Ethan Bryan, author of A Year of Playing Catch, along with many other books. He has found himself in the National Baseball Hall of Fame and the White House, and he is self-proclaimed “one of the best benchwarmers [from his] high school junior varsity baseball team.” A Year of Playing Catc…
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Marty Solomon, Brent Billings, and Josh Bossé close out this series, and—instead of letting Qohelet do the talking—consider the reflection of Qohelet in our hearts and in our lives. The Jesus Quest by Ben Witherington III Sabbath as Resistance by Walter Brueggemann Opportunities — Impact Campus Ministries Campuses — Impact Campus Ministries Sign up…
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Brent Billings and Josh Bossé see Qohelet peacefully on her way. Support The BEMA PodcastBy BEMA Discipleship
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In this Evolve Podcast clip, Rabbi Joshua Lesser reflects on how synagogue boards can nurture leadership that balances individual voice with communal responsibility—without turning service into drudgery.By Jewish Reconstructionist Communities
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Brent Billings, Josh Bossé, and Reed Dent join Qohelet by the pond. “Go to the Limits of Your Longing” by Rainer Maria Rilke — The On Being Project Support The BEMA PodcastBy BEMA Discipleship
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