Pickled Parables

In July of 2017, Jesse Turkington started writing little devotionals for a Bible study that he hosted in Salem, Oregon. His writings became known as meditationals because they were similar to devotionals yet had an emphasis on biblical meditation. Meditationals are meant to encourage spiritual growth through the personal practice of biblical meditation. The Word of God is the third piece of a five...

In July of 2017, Jesse Turkington started writing little devotionals for a Bible study that he hosted in Salem, Oregon. His writings became known as meditationals because they were similar to devotionals yet had an emphasis on biblical meditation. Meditationals are meant to encourage spiritual growth through the personal practice of biblical meditation. Rags Before a King is the second of a five p...

In July of 2017, Jesse Turkington started writing little devotionals for a Bible study that he hosted in Salem, Oregon. His writings became known as meditationals because they were similar to devotionals yet had an emphasis on biblical meditation. Meditationals are meant to encourage spiritual growth through the personal practice of biblical meditation. The Practice of Biblical Mediation is the fi...

The Old Testament closed out with Malachi's prophecy of the Day of the LORD and a coming prophet. Then, Israel experienced an extended period of waiting. When God breaks his silence, he announces that he is coming in the form of a baby. Merry Christmas! -- Scripture Explored: Haggai 1:2-9; Haggai 2:3-9; Malachi 4:1-6; Luke 1:5-45, 57-79 -- Hunter grew up in Montana and now serves the Church in Alb...

Rahab and Ruth were both women of the Old Testament who started out outside the people of God. However, through their faith in the God of Israel, they were adopted into God's family. So too, we today can be adopted as sons and daughters of God through faith in Jesus Christ. Scripture Explored: Joshua 2:1-21; 6:22-25; Matthew 1:5-6; Hebrews 11:30-31; Ruth 1-4; Ephesians 1:3- -- contact@parableminis...

Noah and Alex take a look at the prophet Elijah. They discuss the context of the people of Israel leading up to the prophet's ministry, how God used Elijah, and what we can learn from Elijah's adherence to the truth in the face of opposition. Scripture Cited: Judges 2:11-2:6; 1 Samuel 8:4-22; 1 Samuel 31; 1 Kings 12; 1 Kings 16:29-34; 1 Kings 17:1-2 Kings 2:14 (1 Kings17:17-24; 1 Kings 18:37-40; 1...

When God calls his people to holiness, it is for their good and out of love for them. God desires to dwell with us, and holiness is not an option. God provides the means to make us holy through the work of Jesus and the indwelling of the Spirit. Scripture Explored: 1 Samuel 2:2; Isaiah 57:15; Leviticus 11:44; Titus 2:11; Romans 6:22 -- Lee Aman came from South Korea and grew up in Silverton, Orego...

When faced with two God-honoring choices, both of which are good, it can be difficult to make a decision. We are challenged to seek first the kingdom of God and make an informed decision that accomplishes the most by way of advancement of the gospel and best exalts the Lord Jesus. Prioritize the Gospel. Be Motivated by Christ's Exaltation. Scripture explored: Acts 21; 28; 16; Philippians 1:12-21 -...

RJ Olmstead shares about the role of Christian Community in the life of a Christian and it's goals in helping expand the kingdom of God. "Christian community is a vessel of Christ that serves in unity, accountability, and love for the preparation of Christ's return." -- Scripture Explored: 1 Corinthians 8-10; 1 Corinthians 9:19-23; Ephesians 4:1-3; James 2:2-4; James 4:15-17; James 5:19-20; 1 Thes...

Introducing Parable Portraits! Come listen to every day saints share their testimonies of God’s goodness. -- Today Lannie Eels has come to share his testimony of salvation. Rejoice with us as he details God’s pursuit and his continued revelation! -- contact@parableministries.com https://www.parableministries.com https://www.instagram.com/parable_ministries/ -- Hosted by Jake & Janella Olson Mu...

Elijah Olander shares insights from the Scripture about how God can help sanctify us, specifically in the area of how we use our words. With the Bible, he highlights 5 different ways we should use our speech in a way which honors God. Bible Passages Explored: James 3:7-12; Psalm 141:3; 1 Thessalonians 2:8; Titus 2:7-8; Proverbs 17:27-28; Proverbs 15:23; Proverbs 20:5; 1 Peter 3:7; Ephesians 4:29;...

Michael Tourtellotte shares about Biblical Theology and how this approach to the Bible can help us gain a better picture of who God is, what the whole Bible is about, and how Jesus is the ultimate expression of the fullness of God to us. Bible Passages Explored: Exodus 34:6-7; 2 Corinthians 5:21; Romans 3:26 -- Michael Tourtellotte is a disciple of Jesus and a ponderer of His Word. He serves as th...

Michael Rogers has come to share about the calling of man. What is Man before God and as image bearers within the world? -- contact@parableministries.com https://www.parableministries.com https://www.instagram.com/parable_ministries/ -- Music created by Chad Hoffman Artwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

Hunter Hoover has come to share about the use of Light and its meaning in the Bible. -- contact@parableministries.com https://www.parableministries.com https://www.instagram.com/parable_ministries/ -- Music created by Chad Hoffman Artwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

His disciples remembered that it was written, “Zeal for your house will consume me.” -- contact@parableministries.com https://www.parableministries.com https://www.instagram.com/parable_ministries/ -- Music created by Chad Hoffman Artwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

Jesus answered them, “Destroy this temple, and in three days I will raise it up.” The Jews then said, “It has taken forty-six years to build this temple, and will you raise it up in three days?” But he was speaking about the temple of his body. -- contact@parableministries.com https://www.parableministries.com https://www.instagram.com/parable_ministries/ -- Music created by Chad Hoffman Artwork c...

This, the first of his signs, Jesus did at Cana in Galilee, and manifested his glory. And his disciples believed in him (John 2:11). -- contact@parableministries.com https://www.parableministries.com https://www.instagram.com/parable_ministries/ -- Music created by Chad Hoffman Artwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

Lee Aman has come back to talk about the Ten Plagues from the Exodus! -- contact@parableministries.com https://www.parableministries.com https://www.instagram.com/parable_ministries/ -- Music created by Chad Hoffman Artwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

“Behold, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world!" -- contact@parableministries.com https://www.parableministries.com https://www.instagram.com/parable_ministries/ -- Music created by Chad Hoffman Artwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

Mark Idol joins us today to share a message on Colossians 1:15-20! -- contact@parableministries.com https://www.parableministries.com https://www.instagram.com/parable_ministries/ -- Music created by Chad Hoffman Artwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

Jesse Turkington shares an update and some important news regarding Pickled Parables. -- contact@parableministries.com https://www.parableministries.com https://www.instagram.com/parable_ministries/ -- Music by Chad Hoffman Artwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

There was a man sent from God, whose name was John. He came as a witness, to bear witness about the light, that all might believe through him. -- contact@parableministries.com https://www.parableministries.com https://www.instagram.com/parable_ministries/ -- Music created by Chad Hoffman Artwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

In the beginning was the Word... Also, big shout out to Marty Solomon for helping me design this lesson. BEMA 87: John - Grafted -- contact@parableministries.com https://www.parableministries.com https://www.instagram.com/parable_ministries/ -- Music created by Chad Hoffman Artwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

Welcome back! We are preparing a new series on the Gospel of John. This episode sets up our expedition and prepares our mindsets. -- Speaker's notes available at https://www.parableministries.com/pickled-parables-episode-guide/ep-44-introduction-to-the-gospel-of-john -- contact@parableministries.com https://www.parableministries.com https://www.instagram.com/parable_ministries/ -- Music created by...

Join us as Grant Clay comes to share a message about prayer! -- contact@parableministries.com https://www.parableministries.com https://www.instagram.com/parable_ministries/ -- Music created by Chad Hoffman Artwork created by Anthony Kuenzi