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Engage the Word With Elizabeth Rodríguez(E31) A Conversation With Rev. Canon Dr. Scot McKnightRev. Canon Dr. Scot McKnight, world-renowned speaker, writer, and New Testament scholar, joins me to discuss his passion for the Word of God and his new book “Invisible Jesus: A Book about Leaving the Church and Looking for Christ.” He tackles the controversial topic of Christians “deconstructing” their faith.
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Listen to the “Kingdom Roots” Podcast:
https://open.spotify.com/show/7hjRedTooXmqsCWaasDQHF?si=ca4cea94a3ba405e
Read the Newsletter on Substack:
https://scotmcknight.substack.com/
2024-11-0550 minEngage the Word With Elizabeth Rodríguez(E30) Powerful Literary Devices: SimileHave you ever seen a video (or a photograph) that made an illustration in the Bible come alive? This week, I share how a BBC video of an Alpine Ibex brought a simile from Psalm 18 (and Habakkuk 3) to life. A simile is a powerful literary tool that turns abstract concepts into concrete illustrations through comparison. The Bible is filled with them, because they communicate with a rich vividness that literal language cannot.2024-09-0924 minEngage the Word With Elizabeth Rodríguez(E29) A Conversation With Marny Köstenberger, Ph. D.Writer, Bible teacher, and women's ministry consultant, Marny Köstenberger, Ph. D., joins me to share her journey of faith, the joy of engaging the Scriptures, and her latest book, Sanctification as Set Apart and Growing in Christ.
Check out the wealth of resources available on Drs. Marny and Andreas Köstenberger's Biblical Foundations Website:https://biblicalfoundations.org
Follow on "X" (a.k.a. Twitter):@mkostenberger
2024-08-1946 minEngage the Word With Elizabeth Rodríguez(E28) Never Lose Your WonderHas the message of the gospel become commonplace to you? Have you lost the sense of wonder and amazement at the grace of God in Christ? When you read a passage of Scripture, hear a Christ-exalting sermon, or sing a worship song that describes who Jesus is and what He has done, does it warm your heart and stir your affection for Him anew? May what you learn from Jeremiah 32 stoke your affection for Christ today.
YouTube Link:
www.youtube.com/@EngagetheWordWithERod
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Link to the Four Strands Worksheet:
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Agony in the Garden
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Free Resource for "Asking the Right Questions":
https://static.crossway.org/excerpt/bookmark-asking-the-right-questions.pdf
TGC Course for "Asking the...2024-07-1553 minEngage the Word With Elizabeth Rodríguez(E24) One Thing Is NecessaryAre you spending time sitting at the Lord's feet listening to His teaching? Did your plans to read, study, or memorize God's Word fizzle out? God willing, this week's episode will encourage you to press on and spend time engaging the Word alone.2024-07-0122 min
Out of the Darkness with Ruth HovsepianWhy Bible Studies? with Elizabeth RodriguezIn this episode, Ruth Hovsepian and Elizabeth Rodriguez discuss the transformative power of faith, hope, and personal growth through Bible study. Elizabeth shares practical tips on how to start or enhance Bible study routines, including repetitive reading, studying in context, and using multiple translations. They emphasize the importance of having good tools, such as Bible dictionaries and study guides, to understand the historical and literary context of the scriptures. They also discuss the significance of discipleship and the role of Bible study in deepening our relationship with God. The conversation highlights the need for personal engagement with the word...2024-06-2432 minEngage the Word With Elizabeth Rodríguez(E23) Extravagant GraceWe can pursue God only because He loves and pursues us first. Though human fathers ought to reflect our perfect, loving Heavenly Father, many do not. Even those who do cannot reflect Him perfectly. As we look at Luke 15, I pray that the extravagant grace of God the Father will encourage you.2024-06-1730 minEngage the Word With Elizabeth Rodríguez(E22) God's Words About HimselfWe study the Bible to grow in our love for God as we learn about who He is and what He has done—according to His own words. Because the Bible is a book written by God about God, the most important question we should ask and answer when we read or study is, "What do I learn about Him?"2024-06-1034 minEngage the Word With Elizabeth Rodríguez(E21) Four Big QuestionsInductive Bible study is investigative Bible study. Like a scuba diver exploring the wonders of the ocean, inductive Bible study equips us to dive deep into the text of Scripture to explore the wonders of our God—that we might grow in our love for Him.2024-06-0330 minEngage the Word With Elizabeth Rodríguez(E20) A Conversation With Cathy UptonIt was such a blessing to sit down with my friend and dear sister in Christ, Cathy Upton. We've walked a similar path of learning and growth in Christ over the last 8 years. Cathy and I even served in ministry together. We praise God for His love and pray that our conversation will both glorify Him and encourage you to pursue Christ by engaging His Word.2024-05-2736 minEngage the Word With Elizabeth Rodríguez(E19) Commemorate God's GraceGod works wonders in our lives, but we so often miss His handiwork. What if we took time to reflect upon His sovereign grace? What if we found a tangible way to remember? I pray that today's episode will encourage you to commemorate His grace in your life and share what He's done with your loved ones.2024-05-2037 minEngage the Word With Elizabeth Rodríguez(E18) Bless GodHave you ever wondered what it means to "bless God"? Let's see what Scripture has to say about this worshipful response to who God is and what He has done for us in Jesus Christ. I'll also challenge you to consider what matters more: the blessings or the Blesser? 2024-05-0623 minEngage the Word With Elizabeth Rodríguez(E17) Be Strong and CourageousI love how familiar passages can fall on us afresh. Today, I'm sharing a passage that encouraged me this week. If you are struggling with fear of any kind, I pray that this encourages you, too.2024-04-2920 minEngage the Word With Elizabeth Rodríguez(E16) Scripture MemorizationMemorizing Scripture may not be your favorite topic, but the value cannot be overstated. Scripture memorization solidifies the truth of God's Word in our mind, sanctifies, and satisfies the longings of our heart. Just do it!
“9 How can a … person stay on the path of purity? By living according to your word. 10 I seek you with all my heart; do not let me stray from your commands. 11 I have hidden your word in my heart that I might not sin against you.12 Praise be to you, Lord; teach me your decrees. 13 With my lips I re...2024-04-2230 minEngage the Word With Elizabeth Rodríguez(E15) A Conversation With Claudine SnyderIt is a joy to share this conversation with someone who has had a profound impact on my life as a disciple of the Lord Jesus Christ: Claudine Snyder. I've grown in Christ alongside her for eight years, and praise God for all that she’s taught me. In this episode, we get to discuss everything from her walk with the Lord, and the impact engaging the Word of God has had on her life, to the blessings and challenges of ministry. God willing, our conversation will glorify the Lord and encourage you to pursue Christ by engaging His Word.2024-04-151h 05Engage the Word With Elizabeth Rodríguez(E14) Restorative Words"The Law of the Lord is perfect, restoring the soul." (Psalm 19:7) God's Word is a balm for the soul. Though this wasn't what I planned to share for Episode 14, it is what God planned. May it be an encouragement to you today.2024-04-0929 min
Engage the Word With Elizabeth RodríguezEpisode 14 PreviewHappy Easter!
I'll be back with a full episode next week. This is a quick preview.2024-04-0101 minEngage the Word With Elizabeth Rodríguez(E13) A Conversation With Frank Moreno [Part 2]This is the second part of my conversation with Frank Moreno (my dad). In this episode, he shares some of his favorite passages of Scripture and explains the life-changing impact of engaging the Word. We pray that our conversation will glorify God and encourage you to engage the Word and pursue Christ.2024-03-2550 minEngage the Word With Elizabeth Rodríguez(E12) A Conversation With Frank Moreno [Part 1]This is the first of a special two-part conversation with my dad, Frank Moreno. In this episode, he shares transparently about his life (before and after coming to faith in Christ) and how he began to engage the Word. We pray that our conversation will glorify God and encourage you to engage His Word, too.2024-03-1839 minEngage the Word With Elizabeth Rodríguez(E11) Walking Through Hard ThingsIn this episode, I share one example of how engaging the Word has impacted the way in which I walk through hard things.2024-03-1120 minEngage the Word With Elizabeth Rodríguez(E10) A Conversation With Anne KingAnne King is a dear sister in Christ. She joins me to discuss her walk with the Lord Jesus, her passion for biblical counseling, and what engaging the Word of God looked like at different ages and stages of her life. We pray that our conversation will glorify God and encourage you to pursue Him and engage His Word. 2024-03-0437 minEngage the Word With Elizabeth Rodríguez(E9) Praying Scripture: PsalmsNothing has impacted my prayer life more than learning to pray the Word of God. Today's episode is the first in a monthly series that will equip and encourage you to pray Scripture.2024-02-2633 minEngage the Word With Elizabeth Rodríguez(E8) God Works for GoodHave you ever experienced a situation or a season in your life that did not make sense? Have you ever wondered how difficult circumstances could result in your good and God's glory? God is working, and His purpose is good!2024-02-1920 minEngage the Word With Elizabeth Rodríguez(E7) When God Calls, Answer!Going when God calls is easier said than done. Often, when the Lord calls us to step out in faith and follow Him, He doesn’t tell us where we are going or how we are going to get there. But, God’s people walk by faith, not by sight. Not seeing, we see! We keep our eyes fixed upon Him and His promises. He will never fail! So... GO!2024-02-1222 minEngage the Word With Elizabeth Rodríguez(E6) One StoryTogether, the 39 books of the Old Testament and the 27 books of the New Testament tell ONE story. It's the greatest story ever told. This episode includes an easy way to remember the grand narrative of Scripture.2024-02-0541 minEngage the Word With Elizabeth Rodríguez(E4) Prayer is a PrivilegeNo matter where we are, and no matter what we are doing, God wants us to talk to Him throughout our day. Yet, instead of “praying at all times in the Spirit” (Ephesians 6:18), we often neglect our relationship with God—setting aside His love, power, and grace. What is the key to remembering this matchless privilege? Treasuring the One who gave His life to provide it.
2024-02-0433 minEngage the Word With Elizabeth Rodríguez(E3) God Shapes Our AffectionsWhat does your heart cling to?
What brings you the greatest pleasure?
What do you delight in?
Creation cannot stoke the flames of your heart more than the Creator of all things. In Christ, through the power of His Spirit, He can awaken affections within us that we can’t even begin to fathom! In this episode, I share the story of how God began to shape my affections.
2024-02-0422 minEngage the Word With Elizabeth Rodríguez(E2) Read With PurposeWhat does it mean to meditate on God's Word? Whether you are a seasoned Bible reader or you have never opened the Word of God, I hope to equip and encourage you to read the Bible with purpose.2024-02-0423 minEngage the Word With Elizabeth Rodríguez(E1) Who? What? Why? How?My goal in this introductory episode is to answer four questions:
1.) Who is Elizabeth Rodríguez?
2.) What is this podcast about?
3.) Why did I name this podcast “Engage the Word”?
4.) How will we pursue God through His Word?2024-02-0415 minEngage the Word With Elizabeth Rodríguez(E5) A Conversation With Julia SiegwartMy dear friend and sister in Christ, Julia Siegwart, joins me to discuss what engaging the Word looks like in her life. Julia is a wife, a homeschool mom, and a follower of Christ who has served in various roles over the years. We pray that our conversation will glorify God and encourage you to pursue Him through His Word.
2024-01-2944 min