Russ Michaels

Bible for Newbies

Religion EN ↓ 129 episodes

This podcast is for you if you're new to reading the Bible or if you've been reading for a while and you want to go deeper. The goal is to help untangle the confusing stuff so your Bible reading feels rewarding and life-giving, not frustrating or overwhelming. One of Jesus' disciples, Peter, wrote that the scriptures are like light shining in a dark place. Reading the Bible is like flipping your headlights to high beam when you're driving on a dark country road. Suddenly, things get clearer, you can see the road ahead and avoid the ditches. So come take a ride with me and let's turn on the lig...

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Russ Michaels

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Why are There Four Gospels? 28.04.2025 22:18

In this episode of Bible for Newbies, we explore the question of why there are four gospels in the New Testament. He discusses each gospel's unique perspective and audience, highlighting Matthew's Jewish focus, Mark's appeal to Gentiles, Luke's emphasis on compassion, and John's portrayal of Jesus's divinity. The episode also addresses the similarities and differences among the gospels, the reason...

Should I Start at the Beginning? 20.04.2025 23:29

In this episode of Bible for Newbies, Russ Michaels provides a comprehensive guide on how to start reading the Bible. He discusses the organization of the Bible, including the Old and New Testaments, and offers practical advice on where to begin reading. Russ emphasizes the importance of understanding the structure of the Bible and suggests various tools and resources to enhance the reading experi...

Why is the Bible Hard to Understand? 20.04.2025 21:56

In this episode of Bible for Newbies, Russ Michaels explores the languages of the Bible, focusing on Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek. He discusses the challenges of understanding the Bible due to its original languages and the importance of translation. Russ explains the theories of Bible translation, including formal and dynamic equivalence, and provides guidance on choosing the right translation for...

Trailer - Bible for Newbies 16.04.2025 0:58

The Trailer for Bible for Newbies.