Dublin Bible Talks

This week, we look at an ancient story with striking relevance today. In 1 Samuel 2 , young Samuel’s growth as a servant of God is set against the corruption of Israel's religious leaders, Eli’s sons. As scandal and greed mar the priesthood at Shiloh, Samuel’s quiet, faithful service hints at God’s response to broken leadership. Through this lens, we’ll explore how God reveals his work behind the...

A touching tale of a sad, childless, hopeless woman is where the narrative of 1 Samuel begins. Hannah is taunted by her rival and her husband cannot comfort her. A strange story to begin God's answer to the crisis of leadership for His people! And please consider joining us live on Wednesdays from your workplace, 1pm Dublin Time on ZOOM. It’s a simple way of identifying as a Christian in your work...

In our introduction to our new series in 1 Samuel we don't just get an overview, we begin to learn how to read the Old Testament as Christian people. "The God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob is the God and Father of the Lord Jesus Christ!" And please consider joining us live on Wednesdays from your workplace, 1pm Dublin Time on ZOOM. It’s a simple way of identifying as a Christian in your workplace. S...

Everyone needs to hear the message of Jesus death and resurrection! But whose job is it to tell them? This week we look at Acts and other parts of the New Testament that answer this question. And please consider joining us live on Wednesdays from your workplace, 1pm Dublin Time on ZOOM. It’s a simple way of identifying as a Christian in your workplace. Simply use the link bit.ly/DublinBibleTalks ....

What does the resurrection mean? When we look at what the apostles sent by Jesus taught, we might be surprised! And please consider joining us live on Wednesdays from your workplace, 1pm Dublin Time on ZOOM. It’s a simple way of identifying as a Christian in your workplace. Simply use the link bit.ly/DublinBibleTalks . That’s Bitly. DublinBibleTalks *The music used in this podcast is a royalty fre...

Good news is something we love to tell people… but in the very last words of Mark’s biography of Jesus we hear of the very best news that makes people fearful, makes them run away. Its obvious they got over it… will we? And please consider joining us live on Wednesdays from your workplace, 1pm Dublin Time on ZOOM. It’s a simple way of identifying as a Christian in your workplace. Simply use the li...

How does Jesus death fix anything? There is so much mess:War in Ukraine and Israel, famine, economic crisis, corruption, refugees, and even issues with my boss, my colleagues… What does Jesus’ death really fix? That’s the topic of today’s study of Jesus death in Mark’s account. And please consider joining us live on Wednesdays from your workplace, 1pm Dublin Time on ZOOM. It’s a simple way of iden...

The cross has always been a symbol of power, but today we find that Mark’s account of the crucifixion is filled with barbed irony that it catches the skin of us all! And please consider joining us live on Wednesdays from your workplace, 1pm Dublin Time on ZOOM. It’s a simple way of identifying as a Christian in your workplace. Simply use the link bit.ly/DublinBibleTalks . That’s Bitly. DublinBible...

Today we look again at what happened when Jesus was condemned and Barabbas was let free. We ask, "Has this become 'normal' for us?", "Have we come to assume this rather than believe it?" And please consider joining us live on Wednesdays from your workplace, 1pm Dublin Time on ZOOM. It’s a simple way of identifying as a Christian in your workplace. Simply use the link bit.ly/DublinBibleTalks . That...

This week we consider, what it mean to die well? And how a song written 1000 years before Jesus help us understand Jesus arrest and trial? And please consider joining us live on Wednesdays from your workplace, 1pm Dublin Time on ZOOM. It’s a simple way of identifying as a Christian in your workplace. Simply use the link bit.ly/DublinBibleTalks . That’s Bitly. DublinBibleTalks *The music used in th...

If you’re marching, it’s so much easire stay in step when there is a drum beat. It keep you in time, but also keeps you going if you’re tired. What is the beat that keeps the story of Jesus going? And the big question in Mark 14 is “will he keep in step”? And please consider joining us live on Wednesdays from your workplace, 1pm Dublin Time on ZOOM. It’s a simple way of identifying as a Christian...

Are you tempted to give up? This week in Mark 13 we hear Jesus encouragement to his people facing traumatic events to keep going to the end. And please consider joining us live on Wednesdays from your workplace, 1pm Dublin Time on ZOOM. It’s a simple way of identifying as a Christian in your workplace. Simply use the link bit.ly/DublinBibleTalks . That’s Bitly. DublinBibleTalks *The music used in...

Are you on the right side of history? And how would you know? In Mark chapter 12 Jesus meets some people who are quite sure they are on the right side of history! How does Jesus respond, and what right does he have to do so? And please consider joining us live on Wednesdays from your workplace, 1pm Dublin Time on ZOOM. It’s a simple way of identifying as a Christian in your workplace. Simply use t...

Have you experienced disappointment in your travels? This week Jesus arrives at Jerusalem. Everyone is impressed, but Jesus’ reaction is shocking! And please consider joining us live on Wednesdays from your workplace, 1pm Dublin Time on ZOOM. It’s a simple way of identifying as a Christian in your workplace. Simply use the link bit.ly/DublinBibleTalks . That’s Bitly. DublinBibleTalks *The music us...

What would you do if you had power? I suspect we're not much different to the apostles... ...but Jesus tells them (and us) “NO!” And please consider joining us live on Wednesdays from your workplace, 1pm Dublin Time on ZOOM. It’s a simple way of identifying as a Christian in your workplace. Simply use the link bit.ly/DublinBibleTalks . That’s Bitly. DublinBibleTalks *The music used in this podcast...

If you could ask God one question… what would it be? In this section, people come to Jesus with questions about important subjects, about marriage and eternal life. But their questions reveal that they don’t understand the most important thing for which Jesus has the answer! And please consider joining us live on Wednesdays from your workplace, 1pm Dublin Time on ZOOM. It’s a simple way of identif...

Who owns the gospel message? When WE do work, WE want the credit. But Jesus disciples need to learn that gospel work is different. Around this issue Jesus uses some of the strongest words imaginable! And please consider joining us live on Wednesdays from your workplace, 1pm Dublin Time on ZOOM. It’s a simple way of identifying as a Christian in your workplace. Simply use the link bit.ly/DublinBibl...

Getting a preview is great, it gives us a taste of what is coming, it makes us eager for it, and even helps us to wait through a tough time. This week, just after Jesus said he must die, Mark tells us of the preview Jesus gave to 3 of his disciples. And please consider joining us live on Wednesdays from your workplace, 1pm Dublin Time on ZOOM. It’s a simple way of identifying as a Christian in you...

Today’s passage is the turning point of Mark’s account of Jesus life. It turns on Jesus question to Peter, “Who do YOU say that I am?” It’s a question to each of us… …but how does our answer compare Jesus says about His identity, His mission, and what it means to be His follower. And please consider joining us live on Wednesdays from your workplace, 1pm Dublin Time on ZOOM. It’s a simple way of id...

I didn't expect Jesus to say that to someone like me! Jesus compares a woman to a dog... but she's desperate, and her desperate dependence on Jesus makes her clean! And please consider joining us live on Wednesdays from your workplace, 1pm Dublin Time on ZOOM. It’s a simple way of identifying as a Christian in your workplace. Simply use the link bit.ly/DublinBibleTalks . That’s Bitly. DublinBibleT...

Who do you go to when you need help with a decision? In Mark 7 Jesus shows that the authorities we go to, even religious ones, we can use them to cover over our rebellion against God. We need to listen to the alternative! And please consider joining us live on Wednesdays from your workplace, 1pm Dublin Time on ZOOM. It’s a simple way of identifying as a Christian in your workplace. Simply use the...

Do you find it awkward to talk about your Christian faith openly in the work? Why is that? We learn from Mark 6 that the offence that people take at authentic Christian faith is not new - but what is it that people find so offensive? And please consider joining us live on Wednesdays from your workplace, 1pm Dublin Time on ZOOM. It’s a simple way of identifying as a Christian in your workplace. Sim...

If the Bible is the word of God, why aren’t more people reading it for all they are worth? In Mark 5 we discover from Jesus that one reason is fear… but what does Jesus have to say to a frightened humanity? And please consider joining us live on Wednesdays from your workplace, 1pm Dublin Time on ZOOM. It’s a simple way of identifying as a Christian in your workplace. Simply use the link bit.ly/Dub...

Most people remember Jesus taught using parables, but as we read them we find they’re not simple stories that make simple sense. They’re elusive. They’re confusing. They’re impossible to comprehend. In Mark 4 we have Jesus’ teaching about his teaching - and find that to understand Jesus’ parables we need Jesus’ explanation as well. And please consider joining us live on Wednesdays from your workpl...

Jesus fame is hard to explain. He never wrote a book. Never led an army. Never discovered a mountain or country. Yet he has had the greatest impact of any person in the history of the world. Today in Mark 3 we have 5 reactions to Jesus from people who actually met him. Which one will be most like you? And please consider joining us live on Wednesdays from your workplace, 1pm Dublin Time on ZOOM. I...