Alphabet Soup

Y is for Jerusalem. Yes, the title is correct and it's explained in the first few minutes of the episode. The city of Jerusalem is central to so much of what goes on in the Bible that this week we take two parts and a few minutes in the third to look at its location, geography, and timeline. Buckle up because we cover lots of ground, but I think you'll find it helpful to understanding some...

Yes, the title is correct and it's explained in the first few minutes of the episode. The city of Jerusalem is central to so much of what goes on in the Bible that this week we take two parts and a few minutes in the third to look at its location, geography, and timeline. Buckle up because we cover lots of ground, but I think you'll find it helpful to understanding some key Bible narrative...

Yes, the title is correct and it's explained in the first few minutes of the episode. The city of Jerusalem is central to so much of what goes on in the Bible that this week we take two parts and a few minutes in the third to look at its location, geography, and timeline. Buckle up because we cover lots of ground, but I think you'll find it helpful to understanding some key Bible narrative...

OK, we've stretched the naming a bit but it allows us to talk about a key part of how you interact with Scripture...and what you should expect from your pastor. We'll define the word, talk about what's involved in doing exegesis, and how critical it is that exegesis be done well.

OK, we've stretched the naming a bit but it allows us to talk about a key part of how you interact with Scripture...and what you should expect from your pastor. We'll define the word, talk about what's involved in doing exegesis, and how critical it is that exegesis be done well.

W is for (Free) Will. After our episode on unconditional election two weeks ago we turn to the flip side of that doctrine, free will. Do we have a free will, and if so how does that reconcile with the sovereignty of God? This is a shorter episode on a difficult truth

W is for (Free) Will. After our episode on unconditional election two weeks ago we turn to the flip side of that doctrine, free will. Do we have a free will, and if so how does that reconcile with the sovereignty of God? This is a shorter episode on a difficult truth

If you're like me you probably think vengeance is a bad thing. But what if the Bible says the opposite? In this episode we'll try to come to a biblical view of vengeance. In Part 2 we put what we've learned to work on some real life examples and then have fun with the German word schadenfreude.

If you're like me you probably think vengeance is a bad thing. But what if the Bible says the opposite? In this episode we'll try to come to a biblical view of vengeance. In Part 1 that means looking at how the word is used in the NT and what the Mosaic Law has to say about the concept

In Part 2 we get to the heart of this doctrine and then ask how this biblical truth should affect how we live. It's not an easy doctrine but it's biblical and has some significant implications for life.

After an explanation of why there was no episode last week we dive into a doctrine that is both important and difficult for some to grasp. Buried in the middle of part 1 is a bit of a side track that comes from me to you. Gut punch?

This week we set aside our trip through the alphabet for a discussion of the current events in the middle east, the conflict between Israel and Hamas, and the situation in the Gaza Strip. There's enough to cover that we have three parts to this episode, but Part 3 is very brief. It's important that you start with Part 1 and work through the parts in order so you understand our conclusions...

This week we set aside our trip through the alphabet for a discussion of the current events in the middle east, the conflict between Israel and Hamas, and the situation in the Gaza Strip. There's enough to cover that we have three parts to this episode, but Part 3 is very brief. It's important that you start with Part 1 and work through the parts in order so you understand our conclusions...

This week we set aside our trip through the alphabet for a discussion of the current events in the middle east, the conflict between Israel and Hamas, and the situation in the Gaza Strip. There's enough to cover that we have three parts to this episode, but Part 3 is very brief. It's important that you start with Part 1 and work through the parts in order so you understand our conclusions...

Set aside what you think you know about theology and join me for a look at the five kinds of theology that you really should know about to consider yourself a theologically literate Christian. It's really not as bad as you think! You might even enjoy it.

Set aside what you think you know about theology and join me for a look at the five kinds of theology that you really should know about to consider yourself a theologically literate Christian. It's really not as bad as you think! You might even enjoy it.

We probably agree that the Bible is at the core of who we are as believers. But can you explain what you believe about the Bible and why? In this episode we'll review some key terms (Part 1) and then talk about what we should be doing with Scripture (Part 2).

We probably agree that the Bible is at the core of who we are as believers. But can you explain what you believe about the Bible and why? In this episode we'll review some key terms (Part 1) and then talk about what we should be doing with Scripture (Part 2).

Two R words closely linked in this book of the Bible. First an intro to the book with some background on key features (Part 1) and then a closer look at some of the narrative and the lessons to be learned.

Two R words closely linked in this book of the Bible. First an intro to the book with some background on key features (Part 1) and then a closer look at some of the narrative and the lessons to be learned.

We had more good questions than we could cover last week so we're revisiting the letter Q with a new group of questions submitted by Alphabet Soup listeners.

We had more good questions than we could cover last week so we're revisiting the letter Q with a new group of questions submitted by Alphabet Soup listeners.

Something different! I do my best to answer some great listener submitted questions. In Part 2 the question is, "Does God regret? and if he does it's OK that we do, too, right?" Hmmmm.

Something different! I do my best to answer some great listener submitted questions. It turns out we got a couple that have to do with the reign of King Saul as found in 1 Samuel. So those are the two questions we tackle in Part 1.

Snug up that seatbelt and prepare for a rapid fire introduction to a feature of the OT most people completely miss. Full disclosure: this episode (both parts) are a couple of minutes longer than the usual 22-23 minute length. But I think you'll see the slightly longer time was essential to get this content covered adequately. AND....download & print the 3-page JPG that is attached right be...