Dr. Scott Aniol

By the Waters of Babylon with Scott Aniol

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Join Scott Aniol on By the Waters of Babylon as he delves into biblical principles, historical insights, and valuable resources to help Christians navigate and live faithfully in a post-Christian culture. Each episode provides thoughtful discussions aimed at equipping believers to stand firm in their faith and engage meaningfully with the world around them. Subscribe now to gain wisdom and encouragement for living a Christ-centered life in today’s society. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scottaniol/support

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Dr. Scott Aniol

Episodes

To Avert from Men God's Wrath 25.09.2020 4:02

A brief reflection on "To Avert from Men God's Wrath" by John Hus, adapted by Martin Luther. Download free at www.classichymns.org. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scottaniol/support ★ Support this podcast ★

Torah for the Heart 23.09.2020 4:32

Reading of a blog posted September 23, 2020. Read it here. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scottaniol/support ★ Support this podcast ★

The Importance of Beauty for Christian Discipleship 17.09.2020 20:37

What it means to be a disciple of Christ, shaping hearts, The Abolition of Man by C. S. Lewis, Scripture’s aesthetic forms, Tune My Heart, and the role of corporate worship in forming disciples --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scottaniol/support ★ Support this podcast ★

'Tis Finished! The Messiah Dies | Songs of Zion, Ep. 22 10.09.2020 3:41

"'Tis Finished! The Messiah Dies" by Charles Wesley; OLIVE'S BROW by William Bradbury. Download for free at classichymns.org. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scottaniol/support ★ Support this podcast ★

Ep. 21 – Why We Need the Psalms 03.09.2020 19:11

Wickedness around us, “That Man Is Blest Who Fearing God” by Isaac Watts, praise in the Psalms, Singing the Songs of Jesus by Michael LeFabvre, and the nature of true blessedness --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scottaniol/support ★ Support this podcast ★

Be Thou My Vision | Songs of Zion, Ep. 21 27.08.2020 4:35

A better way to sing the Old Irish hymn, "Be Thou My Vision." --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scottaniol/support ★ Support this podcast ★

Ep. 20 – The Building Blocks of Worship 21.08.2020 18:49

Defining worship, foundations at Creation, pagan worship, Moses and Israel, and the significance of Christ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scottaniol/support ★ Support this podcast ★

Ep. 19 - Lessons from Pandemic 10.08.2020 17:46

What can we learn from the pandemic? What should churches do? What should be our goal with COVID-19? Our relationship to government, and more. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scottaniol/support ★ Support this podcast ★

The Day of Resurrection | Songs of Zion, Ep. 20 27.04.2020 2:58

A brief reflection on "The Day of Resurrection" by John of Damascus. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scottaniol/support ★ Support this podcast ★

Ep. 18 – When the Commands of God and Men Conflict 20.04.2020 20:05

What is the biblical role of government? The Benedict Option by Rod Dreher, and what do we do when the government commands contradict God’s commands? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scottaniol/support ★ Support this podcast ★

The Strife Is O'er | Songs of Zion, Ep. 19 12.04.2020 2:42

A brief reflection on "The Strife Is O'er." Download the hymn here: https://religiousaffections.org/hymns/strife-is-oer-the/. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scottaniol/support ★ Support this podcast ★

Ep. 17 – Church and Home During the Coronavirus Pandemic 06.04.2020 20:04

Virtual Lord’s Supper, hymn resources, Big Truths for Young Hearts by Bruce Ware, and using this time to develop healthy family worship habits --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scottaniol/support ★ Support this podcast ★

My Song Is Love Unknown | Songs of Zion, Ep. 18 30.03.2020 3:58

A brief reflection on "My Song Is Love Unkown" by Samuel Crossman. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scottaniol/support ★ Support this podcast ★

Ep. 16 - Out of the Depths 23.03.2020 23:27

Psalm 130, confession of sin, “Out of the Depths” by Martin Luther, Draw Near: The Heart of Communion with God by Scott Aniol, and what songs do artistically --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scottaniol/support ★ Support this podcast ★

How a church can worship “together” during COVID-19 20.03.2020 6:20

A special coronavirus episode with resource suggestions for churches forced to worship in small gropus. Full text and resources at https://religiousaffections.org/articles/articles-on-worship/how-a-church-can-worship-together-during-covid-19/. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scottaniol/support ★ Support this podcast ★

O Love, How Deep | Songs of Zion, Ep. 17 16.03.2020 3:38

A brief reflection on "O Love, How Deep." Background music from "Wayfaring Stranger" by John Catchings. Used by permission. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scottaniol/support ★ Support this podcast ★

Ep. 15 – Biblical Worldview 09.03.2020 20:19

What is a worldview? A better way to sing “Be Thou My Vision.” Shaping our worldview by Scripture. Christian worldview in a post-Enlightenment culture. The reasonableness of Christian faith. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scottaniol/support ★ Support this podcast ★

Ah, Holy Jesus | Songs of Zion, Ep. 16 02.03.2020 3:42

A brief refleciton on "Ah, Holy Jesus" by Johann Heermann, tr. Robert Bridges. Background music from "Impromptu: Meditative Hymn Improvisations" by Paul S. Jones. Used by permission. Visit classichymns.org to download this hymn. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scottaniol/support ★ Support this podcast ★

Ep. 14 – Affections and Feelings 24.02.2020 20:34

Biblical definition of affection, evolution of the idea of emotions, Jonathan Edwards, “Jesus, Lover of My Soul” by Charles Wesley, Understanding Affections in the Theology of Jonathan Edwards by Ryan Martin, and controlling the passions --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scottaniol/support ★ Support this podcast ★

Come to the Waters | Songs of Zion, Ep. 15 17.02.2020 5:50

A brief refleciton on "Come to the Waters" by James Montgomery Boice from Hymns for a Modern Reformation. Background music from "Impromptu: Meditative Hymn Improvisations" by Paul S. Jones. Used by permission. Visit classichymns.org to download this hymn. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scottaniol/support ★ Support this podcast ★

Ep. 13 – Three Forms of Culture 10.02.2020 20:51

Biblical definition of culture, “My God, I Love Thee,” pop culture, All God’s Children and Blue Suede Shoes by Ken Myers, and the church’s use of culture. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scottaniol/support ★ Support this podcast ★

O, the Deep, Deep Love of Jesus | Songs of Zion Ep. 14 03.02.2020 2:58

A brief reflection on "O, the Deep, Deep Love of Jesus." Background music from "Sacre Music for Cello" by Paul S. Jones. Used by permission. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scottaniol/support ★ Support this podcast ★

Ep. 12 - Let the Little Children Come 27.01.2020 20:05

Children in worship, “All Things Bright and Beautiful,” worship formation, Parenting in the Pew, tips for pastors, parents, and parishioners --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scottaniol/support ★ Support this podcast ★

My God, I Love Thee | Songs of Zion Ep. 13 20.01.2020 2:59

A brief reflection on "My God, I Love Thee." Background music from "Impromptu: Meditative Hymn Improvisations" by Paul S. Jones. Used by permission. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scottaniol/support ★ Support this podcast ★

Ep. 11 - Why We Sing 13.01.2020 20:05

Psalm 96, the formative power of singing, “Father, Most Holy,” Singing and Making Music by Paul Jones --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scottaniol/support ★ Support this podcast ★