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DJ and Crista use 1 Kings to help give a general overview of Israel’s history. The historical narrative given in the book reveals the names and events that God chooses to highlight - ultimately revealing that the Lord is the one who writes history and is in control over all things.

Joe Garcia joins Crista Jansson for a special reflection on Isaiah 40:25-31.  As they walk through the passage and model how to study the Bible, the two discuss what God reveals about himself to a people who are weighed down by their tragic circumstances. How do we approach studying prophetic books in the Bible? What comfort does Isaiah 40 give us today for difficult times?

DJ and Crista chat with Pastor Dave Van Lant around the book of Isaiah. Considered to be one of the major prophetic books of the Bible, Isaiah ultimately points its readers to the Holy One of Israel. From sovereignty to wrath and grace, there is much to uncover these next two months as we read this book.

Lauren Smart sits with Dj and Crista in this episode to set the table for what readers can expect as they read through 2 Corinthians. The trio discuss the purpose for this letter’s authorship and what major themes we can glean from its writing - taking on the culture battles of the past and bringing them to today’s American context.

Welcome to the spiral of darkness. DJ sits down with Kent to chat around the book of Judges (with a sprinkle of Ruth). They discuss the themes of evil, deliverance, and hope. No Philistines were killed with an oxgoad in the making of this podcast.

In this special episode, Pastor DJ sits down with church leaders Emily and Joe Garcia, Memo Parra, and Dave Van Lant to have a heartfelt and honest conversation about the recent immigration raids and protests impacting our city and neighborhoods. With tensions high and emotions deep, this panel offers thoughtful reflection, biblical insight, and practical ways for our church to process what’s happ...

DJ and Crista chat with Joe Garcia around the richness of Ecclesiastes. An often misunderstood book in the Bible, the three discuss major themes, big life questions, the gospel hope that Ecclesiastes offers.

DJ and Crista interview Pastor Dave Van Lant on the major themes we can expect to uncover as we read through Deuteronomy this month. From laws to remembrance, Deuteronomy will continually point readers to the covenant love of God.

This month DJ interviews Crista Jansson on her reflections of Matthew 6:25-34. Listen as she shares what Scripture reading looks like for her and how God’s Word has helped guide her on how to deal with her own anxieties.

DJ sits down with church planting resident Joe Garcia to talk about the Gospel of Matthew and the unique voice that Matthew brings to the witness of Jesus. Specifically, Matthew is keen on helping readers see that Jesus is the long awaited promised Messiah of the Old Testament writings.

To kick off the month of March, DJ and Crista help readers prepare for 2 Samuel. From recapping major events from 1 Samuel to discussing major themes to look for in 2 Samuel, they help highlight how God sovereignly established his nation Israel and specifically David’s throne that would eventually lead to the King of all kings - Jesus!

DJ and Crista interview Carla Logie as she shares how she studied Ephesians 4:17-32. The three discuss how Paul writes of the gospel’s transformative power for those who believe in Jesus.

DJ and Crista kick off Imago Dei’s 2025 reading plan with an overview of Paul’s prison letters. They discuss major themes found within this collection of four books and share some of their favorite verses that have shaped their lives.

Come for the discussion on Acts 3-4, stay for Crista not being able to pronounce "pigeon-hole"

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Episode 6 and we journey back into the Old Testament with the book of 1 Samuel. DJ and Crista lead a convo about Kings and giants and....foreskins??? Check out all the Read the Bible resources at: https:// www.imagodei.church/readthebible

April launches our first month with two books of the Bible we are studying. In this episode, DJ and Crista intro Galatians and 1 Thessalonians, talking about the themes of Justification and Sanctification. Check out all the Read the Bible resources at: https:// www.imagodei.church/readthebible

DJ & Crista sit down with Rachel Jimenez to learn how reading the Gospel of Mark is shaping her life. Rachel leads in a deeper dive into Mark 9. Check out more here: https:// www.imagodei.church/readthebible

DJ & Crista chat about the background, themes, and what you can expect in the Gospel of Mark. Join along in reading here: https:// www.imagodei.church/readthebible

DJ & Crista interview John Logie about his experience reading Exodus and what he's learning. John leads them in a deeper dive into Exodus 15-17.

DJ & Crista sit down with Victor Canel III to learn how reading the book of 1 Samuel is shaping his life. Vic leads in a deeper dive into 1 Samuel 17. Join along in reading here: https:// www.imagodei.church/readthebible

Dive deeper into Psalm 19 with Denise Copeland.

The month of July kicks off the book of Hebrews. DJ and Crista chat with Lauren Smart, who provided the notes this week, and they talk themes in Hebrews. Come for the shadow, stay for the substance. Check out all the Bible Reading resources at www.imagodei.church/readthebible