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Podcast: The Book of Esther

Cole Feix, 14 hours ago

Check out the So We Speak podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. This is a re-publication of a podcast from around two years ago that cycled out of Spotify. For a complete list of all the podcasts, visit the Podbean website. Some History The Babylonians came in and deported the Jews in Babylon (modern-day Iraq). In 539 BC, the Persians conquered the Babylonians. Daniel is in Babylon throughout this time. The Babylonians allow many Jews to return to Jerusalem, which is where the books of Nehemi...

Esther Podcast
The Death of Ezekiel’s Wife – Prophetic Acts

Claude F. Mariottini, 2 days ago

Many people who read the Bible have questions about the death of Ezekiel’s wife. The primary issue in the minds of many people is God’s role in the death of the prophet’s wife. Why did God cause th…

Bible Ezekiel
Isaiah: The Prophet of Hope

Claude F. Mariottini, 5 days ago

My new book, Isaiah: The Prophet of Hope has been published and the book is now available on Amazon. Below is a brief excerpt from the book: Isaiah was a remarkable prophet. He was able to involve …

Bible Hope Isaiah
5 Uncommon But Powerful Conversations with God to Build Connection and Intimacy

Mary Armand, 6 days ago

Conversations with God or prayer time are powerful opportunities to build connection and grow closer to Christ. Read 5 uncommon but powerful conversations you can have with God.

James Matthew Prayer Psalms
The Gospel in Leviticus — Vaneetha Risner

Vaneetha Risner, 6 days ago

This year I was amazed by how much Leviticus helped me understand the gospel.

Gospel Leviticus
When is a prayer not a prayer? (Joshua 1.17) ‣ Praying Through the Bible

Mark McDowell, 1 week ago

Dr. Mark McDowell explores this passage from Joshua, which sounds like a prayer but he’s probably not. What’s going on here, and what does it teach us about prayer?

Bible Joshua Prayer
Introduction to the Prayers of Joshua ‣ Praying Through the Bible

Mark McDowell, 2 weeks ago

The book of Joshua is interesting because of its presentation of opposing themes. On the one hand, the story demonstrates God’s faithfulness to His people. He had promised them their own land, and in the book of Joshua, He gives it to them. On the other hand, the book full of instances where the people ignored God’s directions, acted with greed, and relied on themselves rather than God.

Bible Joshua Prayer
Exodus: Moses in Midian

Claude F. Mariottini, 2 weeks ago

“[Moses] killed the Egyptian and hid him in the sand” (Exodus 2:12). Moses’ crime was a serious crime. Moses had killed an official representative of the Egyptian court in the exercise of his funct…

Exodus
The Privileged Life: Why You Should Go on a Pilgrimage

Nancy C. Williams, 2 weeks ago

A true pilgrimage is driven by a calling higher than just taking a stroll alongside a mountain creek. For pilgrims, there’s an eager anticipation of finding a treasure, being healed, or fulfilling a dream—the destination inspires perseverance when the way gets tough.

Perseverance Psalms Purpose Spiritual Experience
Summary of the Prayers in Deuteronomy ‣ Praying Through the Bible

Mark McDowell, 3 weeks ago

Join Dr. Markus McDowell for this summary of all of the prayers in Deuteronomy. They encompass a variety of blessings, praises, intercessions, and thanksgiving. How can we learn to use these prayers in our own practice?

Bible Deuteronomy Prayer