The Rest of the Iceberg: Exploring the Depths of the Bible

In this episode, Matt and Isaac open up about the challenges of balancing their demanding workloads with personal commitments. Join them as they discuss their decision to take a temporary break from the podcast, with hopes of returning refreshed and ready to dive back into Revelation 8... Hosts: Isaac Taylor Matthew Holzhauer If you have questions for our next Q/A episode, email them to therestoft...

To conclude Revelation 7, Matt and Isaac explore the significance of the 144,000 sealed servants of God and how that relates the innumerable peoples. Is 144,000 the number of those to be saved? Are these two descriptions depicting Israel and the church, or something more? Find that out and more in this weeks episode... Hosts: Isaac Taylor Matthew Holzhauer The following are Old Testament passages...

In this episode, Matt and Isaac journey through Revelation 7, exploring the intricate themes of divine sealing and protection. Their discussion delves into the connections between the seals, the role of the Lamb, and the ultimate destiny of those marked by God. Join in to uncover the layers of meaning in these ancient texts and their implications for faith and judgment... Hosts: Isaac Taylor Matth...

To conclude Revelation 6, Matt and Isaac discuss mysteries of the fifth and sixth seals, moving beyond the Four Horsemen to uncover the voices of the martyrs and the decreational upheaval that follows. They explore divine justice, martyrdom, and the anticipation of final judgment in preparation for Revelation 7... Hosts: Isaac Taylor Matthew Holzhauer The following are Old Testament passages worth...

In this episode, Matt and Isaac delve into the profound symbolism of the Four Horsemen in Revelation 6. Join them as they explore the intricate connections between the four living creatures and the seals, and the role of the Four Horsemen in conveying divine judgment. Discover how these apocalyptic figures relate to Old Testament imagery and the overarching narrative of Revelation. Dive in to unco...

Join Matt and Isaac in this episode of "The Rest of the Iceberg" as they delve into the profound significance of Revelation 6. Explore the symbolism of the first seals, looking into how they shape both our experience of history and theology. Discover how these seals reflect a pattern of judgment and redemption, and how that connects to everything that came before in Revelation... Hosts:...

Join Matt and Isaac as they explore the imagery of the Lamb taking the scroll from the right hand of the one on the throne, a powerful act that symbolizes authority, worthiness, and the fulfillment of divine destiny. They discuss the roles of the priest, Joshua, and the descendant of David, Zerubbabel, in Zechariah 3-4 and how these Old Testament references enrich our understanding of the text......

In this episode, Matt and Isaac delve into the profound symbolism of Revelation 5, exploring the powerful imagery of the Lion, the Root, and the Lamb. Where do this images come from and how do they relate? Discover that and more in this episode... Hosts: Isaac Taylor Matthew Holzhauer The following are Old Testament passages worth reading to understand the whole of Revelation 5: Genesis 49:8-9, Nu...

Matt and Isaac finally finish out Revelation 4 by exploring the seven lamps and the worship in the throne room. Why are the seven spirits desribed as seven lamps? What does that have to do with the Holy Spirit? All of that and more in this episode... Hosts: Isaac Taylor Matthew Holzhauer The following are Old Testament passages worth reading to understand the whole of Revelation 4: Exodus 19:16-20...

Why is there a door open in heaven? Who are the 24 elders? Matt and Isaac explore this and more in this episode of The Rest of the Iceberg! Hosts: Isaac Taylor Matthew Holzhauer The following are Old Testament passages worth reading to understand the whole of Revelation 4: Exodus 19:16-20; 24:9-11, Psalm 29, Daniel 4:34-37; 7; 10; 12:7, Isaiah 6; 24:23, Ezekiel 1; 9-11, Zechariah 3-4 If you have q...

Matt and Isaac begin their exploration of Revelation 4 by first briefly looking into the Old Testament Divine Throne Room passages that John blends language and ideas from in Revelation 4. Hosts: Isaac Taylor Matthew Holzhauer The following are Old Testament passages worth reading to understand the whole of Revelation 4: Exodus 19:16-20; 24:9-11, Psalm 29, Daniel 4:34-37; 7; 10; 12:7, Isaiah 6; 24...

In this special episode, Matt and Isaac take a break from the chapter by chapter Revelation discussion to dig into some of Matt's questions about what the Bible says about the coming of Jesus. Hosts: Isaac Taylor Matthew Holzhauer If you have questions for our next Q/A episode, email them to therestoftheiceberg7@gmail.com. We would love to hear from you. Intro Sound Effects: Underwater Sound E...

Matt and Isaac finish the seven messages to the seven churches, with the message to Laodicea's church, where they explore the historical context around the city and the texts, such as the Song of Solomon, which may inform Jesus' message... Hosts: Isaac Taylor Matthew Holzhauer Take a look at the Old Testament passages referenced by John in Revelation 3: Exodus 32:30-35, 1 Kings 7:21, Psalm...

The Church of Philadelphia is the only church apart from Smyrna that receives only encouragment from Jesus, no correction. And Matt and Isaac dive into how this message interrelates to the message of Smyrna and teaching of Isaiah, bringing clarity to the promises and tests mentioned in this message... Hosts: Isaac Taylor Matthew Holzhauer Take a look at the Old Testament passages referenced by Joh...

Matt and Isaac begin their trek through the final three messages to the churches, reflecting on the church of Sardis and what it means for it to have a name that it is alive but is in fact dead... Hosts: Isaac Taylor Matthew Holzhauer Take a look at the Old Testament passages referenced by John in Revelation 3: Exodus 32:30-35, 1 Kings 7:21, Psalm 69:28; 86:9, Proverbs 27:21, Isaiah 9:6-7; 22:22-2...

In the final message of chapter 2, Matt and I explore the significance of the Thyatira's message upon the other six churches as the center of the chiastic structure, look into Old Testament reference, and reflect on the significance of doctrine for the whole of the messages. Hosts: Isaac Taylor Matthew Holzhauer Take a look at the Old Testament passages referenced by John in Revelation 2: Genesis...

Picking up where they left off, Matt and I explore the second and third churches, Smyrna and Pergamum. Smyrna is only one of two that receive no correction, only encouragement, while Pergamum is a mixed bag, following the idoltrious teachings of Balaam and the Nicolaitans... Hosts: Isaac Taylor Matthew Holzhauer Take a look at the Old Testament passages referenced by John in Revelation 2: Genesis...

In this episode, Matt and Isaac explore the literary design of 7 messages to the churches, as well as delve into the message to the church of Ephesus. There they discover more about the Nicolaitans, overcoming, and what it means of the churches to be lampstands while Jesus walks among them... Hosts: Isaac Taylor Matthew Holzhauer Take a look at the Old Testament passages referenced by John in Reve...

Matt and Isaac finish up Revelation 1, looking at the the interconnectivity of Daniel 7, 10, and more with the identity of Jesus as the Son of Man walking among and tending to His churches. Hosts: Isaac Taylor Matthew Holzhauer Take a look at the passages referenced by John in Revelation 1: Exodus 19:1-6, 16-20; 25:31-40; 34:5-10, Leviticus 23-25, Numbers 6, Psalm 89:27, 29, 37, Isaiah 41:4; 44:6;...

Join Matt and Isaac as they jump into the first six verses of Revelation, where they see how Jesus fulfills the hope of Daniel and the prophets and unpack the identity of the Father, Son, and Spirit. There are many questions left unanswered! But the fun begins! Hosts: Isaac Taylor Matthew Holzhauer Take a look at the passages referenced by John in Revelation 1: Exodus 19:1-6, 16-20; 25:31-40; 34:5...

Matt and Isaac explore the five major approaches to the book of Revelation, guidelines to read the book well, and the purpose of the book in the life of a Christian. Hosts: Isaac Taylor Matthew Holzhauer For an overview of the book of Revelation, we recommend this BibleProject videos: Part 1: https://youtu.be/5nvVVcYD-0w?si=2vyL2SWMCYIh2FXw Part 2: https://youtu.be/QpnIrbq2bKo?si=GW8krWG9Qf3wB1aA...

Join Matt and Isaac as they discuss their experience with the book of Revelation and the books epistolary, apocalyptic, and prophetic genres. Hosts: Isaac Taylor Matthew Holzhauer For an overview of the book of Revelation, we recommend this BibleProject videos: Part 1: https://youtu.be/5nvVVcYD-0w?si=2vyL2SWMCYIh2FXw Part 2: https://youtu.be/QpnIrbq2bKo?si=GW8krWG9Qf3wB1aA If you have questions fo...

Join Matt and Isaac as the scratch the surface of the titles and/or themes in Daniel, such as the Son of Man, appointed times, the last days, the lawless one, and the resurrection in Daniel as they appear in the writings of the New Testament. Hosts: Isaac Taylor Matthew Holzhauer Suggested reading/listening: With the Clouds of Heaven by James M. Jr. Hamilton and BibleProject’s podcast series on th...

In this episode, Matt and Isaac explore the angel Gabriel's visit to Mary, where he states of Jesus, "He will be great and will be called the Son of the Most High; and the Lord God will give Him the throne of His father David;   and He will reign over the house of Jacob forever, and His kingdom will have no end.” Learn how this connects to the hope of the book of Daniel and more... Hosts:...

In this episode, we finish discussing the text of Daniel itself by exploring the significance of the 3 1/2 year time period, the final words given to Daniel, and reflecting on the significance of Christ for the message of the book of Daniel. Hosts: Isaac Taylor Matthew Holzhauer If you have questions for our next Q/A episode, email them to therestoftheiceberg7@gmail.com. We would love to hear from...