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24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleHow Should a Christian Parent Feel about Public education? Part 2Episode #202In this episode enjoy a stimulating discussion as a university professor (Dr. Aaron Mattox) and an attorney and public school board member (Mr. Matt Flanigan) come along side Podcast Host Mark Minor as they discuss the challenges and decisions for parents in the 'education choices' for children. Public school? Home school? Christian schools? Which way should you parents go in our society today. Topics include 'Is the public school a mission field or a mine field'?; 'Should Christians get involved in the public schools processes'? What rights do you have as a Christian in public education'? These a...2025-05-1227 min24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleHow Should a Christian Parent Feel About Public Education? Part 1Episode #201In this episode enjoy a stimulating discussion as a university professor (Dr. Aaron Mattox) and an attorney and public school board member (Mr. Matt Flanigan) come along side Podcast Host Mark Minor as they discuss the challenges and decisions for parents in the 'education choices' for children. Public school? Home school? Christian schools? Which way should you parents go in our society today. Topics include 'Is the public school a mission field or a mine field'?; 'Should Christians get involved in the public schools processes'? What rights do you have as a Christian in public education'? These a...2025-05-1226 min24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleSocial Media in the Mix of Church MinistryEpisode #200Today's episode features a discussion on how social media can be used effectively for churches. We discuss the every-changing environment of social media with Tammy Head, Communication and Social Media Director at Whittington Church. Tammy shares philosophies and strategies for managing social media. Listen in and get some insight for using social media for the Great Commission.2025-05-0333 min24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleWhy We Can Believe the Bible Part 2Episode #199Part 2 features a continuing discussion around the topic — ‘Why We Can Believe the Bibles’. In this episode, Mark and his guess zero in on the Textual Evidence for the Bible… how the Bible stacks up against other religious ‘truth sources… Biblical archaeology and so much more. So ‘dig in’ to this episode. And more importantly— dig in to the Bible and discover for yourself the ‘truth that will set you free’!2025-04-2234 min24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleWhat Version of the Bible Do You Use?Episode #196Listen in on today’s episode as Pastors Bob Pankey and Greg Shelton join host Mark Minor as they discuss the variety of Bible translations, which one they use, and important aspects on the background behind some of the favorite translations— from King James to the more modern versions. You will learn, you might enjoy, and we promise it will encourage you to go deeper in your study of the Word of God.2025-03-1130 min24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleTalking Through LukeEpisode #179
Jesus’ Gospel story is told, by God’s design, from 4 different perspectives. Matthew tells if a Lion of Judah— a Jewish perspective. Mark emphasizes Jesus as the ‘sacrifice’ for sin. John reveals Jesus from a ‘heavenly view (which is shying is called the ‘Eagle Gospel’. Then there is Luke! The only non-Jewish author in the Bible — Luke, the doctor and historian— writes of Jesus from a ‘human perspective’. His life, his family, his friends. Luke is written to show Jesus came to die for ALL MANKIND. 2024-10-0222 min24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleTalking Through MarkEpisode #178
The main theme in the Gospel of Mark is ‘hurry’. Over 34 times Mark uses the term ‘immediately’ (‘straightway’ in King James Version). Mark was a young man… he was often in the presence of Jesus and the disciples… his home was probably the place we know of as the Upper Room. His is the shortest and the most ‘action filled’ gospel. Enjoy this podcast on the Gospel of Mark. 2024-09-2821 min
Philosophy vs. ImprovLIVE in Personability w/ James WhittingtonChicago's iO Theater was graced on August 21 by Mark, Bill, and special guest theater educator James Whittington, who spoke about embodiment (see Maurice Merleau-Ponty), the possible disconnect between meaning and tone, and being in the physical presence of greatness. They acted out scenes (while still sitting!) about an unsuccessful party and Experiences-R-Us. Hear more at philosophyimprov.com. Support the podcast at philosophyimprov.com/support. You may choose to watch the proceedings live on stage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2024-09-1557 min
Philosophy vs. ImprovLIVE in Personability w/ James Whittington
Chicago’s iO Theater was graced on August 21 by Mark, Bill, and special guest theater educator James Whittington, who spoke about embodiment (see Maurice Merleau-Ponty), the possible disconnect between meaning and tone, and being in the physical presence of greatness. They acted out scenes (while still sitting!) about an unsuccessful party and Experiences-R-Us. Both audience members eventually chime in with their contributions, though their mic was apparently not working for the purposes of the recording, so extreme measures were required to communicate their thoughts to you.
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24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleBook of Revelation - Episode #117THE BOOK OF REVELATION-- Episode #117
On a regular basis we have the newest report of the ‘end of the world’. Is is going to be a meteor like ‘Armageddon’? Or will it be ‘nuclear war’? How about a world wide pandemic? Or of course the ‘ubiquitous’ GLOBAL WARMING scare (or scam)? WORLD WIDE POLLUTION maybe? We all have some thoughts, don't we. ABOVE ALL, however we must understand that the main purpose of the book of REVELATION is not to SCARE US… or even to inform us how the world is going to end! It is to remind us that God wil...2022-12-2930 min24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleThe Book of JudeTHE BOOK OF JUDE -- Episode #116
The Book of Jude is 25 verses of warning against False teachers who had infiltrated the church. Just look at the dire warnings concerning there 'false teachers': they... PERVERT Grace, ENCOURAGE immorality, DENY Jesus AS ONLY SAVIOR, POLLUTE their bodies, REJECT Authority, MOCK Celestial beings, and they are BLEMISHES on church love Feasts! Wow! Jude was not pulling any punches. And what was true THEN is just as true TODAY! Let us learn and take heed from this powerful message.
Study Notes - If the link doesn't work in your...2022-12-2324 min24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleBooks of 1, 2 & 3 JohnTen times in the book of 1 John, the Aged Apostle refers to his readers as "dear children";. John is an old man when he writes these three letters to the church. He is the ONLY one of the 12 Disciples left. Peter is gone. Paul is long dead. In truth, John is one of only a relatively few people left on the earth that had actually met and talked with Jesus during his earthly life. John's life journey has carried him over some incredible times. His brother James was one of the first martyrs of Christianity. John is one of the...2022-12-1526 min
The Talent, Sales & Scale PodcastEpisode 115 Part 5 - How to Leverage Being a Podcast Guest for Business Development with Lord Mark ColganOur host Bryan Whittington is joined by Lord Mark Colgan. Bryan and Mark take a deep dive into How to Leverage Being a Podcast Guest for Business Development.
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Episode #114
When it comes to 'amazing experiences' no one can top Simon Peter. He walked with Jesus from early on in his ministry... say untold miracles,,, was the only human ever to 'walk on water'... stood on a mountain top with Moses and Elijah as the Glory of God turned the scene to radiant light and the Voice of God spoke over Jesus as 'my son with whom I am well pleased'. WOW! And then, Peter is the first one to enter the empty tomb and with EYEWITNESS integrity proclaim 'He is...2022-12-1030 minThe Talent, Sales & Scale PodcastEpisode 115 Part 2 - How to Leverage Being a Podcast Guest for Business Development with Lord Mark ColganOur host Bryan Whittington is joined by Lord Mark Colgan. Bryan and Mark take a deep dive into How to Leverage Being a Podcast Guest for Business Development.
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One wonders what kind of stories James, as the half brother of Jesus and the probable author of the book of JAMES, might have had. Growing up in the same home as Jesus. Eating at the same table. Sharing the same genealogy (at least on his mother’s side). Was there sibling rivalry? Probably? Did he ever tire of hearing ‘why can’t you be like your big brother’? When did James come to believe that his ‘big brother’ was somebody SPECIAL? All of these questions and a thousand more set the stage fo...2022-12-0126 min24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleThe Book of HebrewsThe Book of HEBREWS -- Episode #112
Don't we all, as children, dream of finding a treasure map. An old pirate's map leading buried treasure; or the journey of INDIANA JONES to find the Ark of the Covenant; or the brothers searching for the lost History Channel's program-- The Treasure on OAK ISLAND; yes, we all love the thought of discovering an AMAZING TREASURE. So, welcome to the book of HEBREWS. The book of Hebrews is the treasure map that lead us to the GREATEST TREASURE OF ALL: understanding! The mysteries of the Old Testament practices are EXPLAINED i...2022-11-2630 min24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleThe Book of Philemon - Episoode 111The Book of PHILEMON -- Episode #111
The subject, tragedy and types of SLAVERY have been an issue for all of human history. In the book of PHILEMON Paul writes an intimate appeal to his friend Philemon. The one who carries this letter to Philemon is none other than an escaped 'slave' (or indentured servant) named Onesimus. In these 25 verses, Paul appeals to his Friend to accept Onesimus as a new brother and an equal co-worker in God's Kingdom. In this Episode, we address the different 'types' of 'slavery... and the Biblical demand that we esteem one another 'equ...2022-11-1728 min24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleThe Book of TitusThe Book of TITUS -- Episode #110
As one of his PASTORAL EPISTLES (letters), the Book of TITUS is written to a trusted companion who traveled and ministered with Paul and whom Paul sent to the Island of Crete-- with a mission to establish churches and teach Christian doctrine. We don't know a great deal about Titus, but we have included in the Scripture the letter Paul wrote to him called the Book of TITUS. In this episode we will examine Titus' difficult challenge in communicating the Gospel to the 'Cretans', and perhaps see how these words written 2000...2022-11-1022 min24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleBooks of I and II Timothy - Episode 109The Books of 1 and 2 TIMOTHY
Wherever the Apostle Paul went on his missionary travels, he was on the lookout, not just for 'converts', but also for men and women who could CARRY ON the Mission and LEAD the Church as it grew. TIMOTHY, a young man from the city of Lystra, became one of his closest confidants and students. Paul spoke of Timothy as his 'co-worker'… 'my son whom I love'…..'my True Son'... and 'my Dear Son'. TIMOTHY is a Big Deal!! . He would ultimately become the Pastor (Bishop) of the thriving and vibrant church in EPHESUS...2022-11-0427 min24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the Bible1 & 2 THESSALONIANS -- Episode #1081 & 2 THESSALONIANS -- Episode #108
Today’s study books-- 1 & 2Thessalonians— are written to the church at Thessalonica, a city of some 200,000 people that was on a major Roman road know as the Egnatian Way. Paul and Silas spent approximate 3 months there— preaching and sharing with the city about Jesus. The prominent questions that the Thessalonian Church had concerned the RETURN of JESUS. When would it take place? What were the circumstances? How would Christians know it was the Second Coming? These and many other questions asked by the church of Thessalonica-- and the church of today-- are addressed in these two L...2022-10-2627 min24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleThe Book of Colossians - Episode 107The Book of COLOSSIANS -- Episode #107
The KEY CONCEPT of the book of Colossians is the SUPREMACY OF CHRIST! The newly formed church in the city of Colossae was trying to 'blend' the worship of CHRIST the Savior with the pagan traditions of the city and culture's gods. This won't work, Paul said! The work of Christ did away with religious days, observances of special moons, the worship of 'things' rather than the worship of the 'INVISIBLE' Creator God found in Jesus Christ. Even today, we see Christians and culture try to combine pagan holidays with Christian trut...2022-10-2028 min24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleThe Book of PhilippiansThe Book of PHILIPPIANS -- Episode #106
One word can easily describe the message of the Book of Philippians: JOY!! Sixteen times in the four short chapters of Philippians, the word 'joy' or 'rejoice' is used to encourage the church and readers through the ages. Paul is in prison while writing this letter to the church at Philippi. There is, however, a JOY that rises above the difficult circumstances of life. 'Rejoice in the Lord always. And again I say REJOICE!! (Phil. 4:4). If Paul can find joy in his hard times, maybe we can too. Enjoy this episode as we lo...2022-10-1323 min24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleThe Book of Ephesians - Episode 105The Book of Ephesians -- Episode #105
The City of Ephesus was home to one of the 7 Wonders of the World. That 'Wonder' was Artemis, the goddess of Fertility. A shiny, 90 foot tall STATUE of Artemis stood in the harbor (think 'Statue of Liberty' in New York City) and a gleaming TEMPLE of Artemis (450 feet long and 250 feet wide) graced the downtown area of the City, welcoming the sailors, traders and pilgrims from all over the Mediterranean. A magnificent city... but Ephesus was a dark city as well. Witchcraft, sorcery, black magic, spell books, prostitution and spiritual bondage. The...2022-10-0627 min24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleThe Book of GalatiansThe Book of GALATIANS
Galatia is not a city but a ‘PROVINCE’ or ‘area’. The area was a quiet, backwoods, provincial, sort of place where nothing much changed. Compared to very 'liberal' Corinth, Galatia was CONSERVATIVE. Mainly farmers, retired soldiers and pheasants in small villages. The churches in the area had experienced the GRACE and FREEDOM of Jesus through Paul's preaching, but things had changed! Now, they were being influenced by a group of Jews know as the JUDIAZERS. This group questioned Paul's credentials and message-- encouraging all to adhere to Jewish laws and customs (circumcision, Jewish festival, f...2022-09-2928 min
Impact PricingFinding Value in the First Call: Asking the Right Questions with Bryan WhittingtonBryan Whittington is the founder of ebs/growth, a firm that helps companies create a more effective sales team. Also, he is the host of the Talent Sales & Scale podcast, and was a sales trainer for over ten years. In this episode, Bryan discusses how he handles exploratory or discovery calls. He explains how he talks with his clients and potential clients in order to find the root cause of their problems, and shares some of his techniques to get these clients to propose the possible solutions to their problems themselves. Why you h...2022-09-2630 min24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleThe Books of 1st & 2nd CorinthiansThe Books of 1 and 2 Corinthians-- 29 chapters-- are ‘instructional manuals’ on how to function as a CHURCH!! Written around 55AD, we learn so much about HOW the church should behave from the ‘mis-behavior’ of the Corinthians. The Gospel Church is NEW to the Greek/Roman world… and has really only been in existence for 20 years. It would be expected that the 'early Christians-- especially new believers from such a corrupt and promiscuous city like Corinth-- would have lots of issue. They did!! . Paul addresses many of those issues... divisions, sexual behavior, pagan practices, lawsuits and the like... in his glorious letters to...2022-09-2227 min24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleThe Book of ROMANS -- Episode #102The Book of ROMANS -- Episode #102
PAUL, for all practical purposes, should be thought of as Pastor to an EMPIRE. God calls some uniquely gifted people to be his messengers. Perhaps none was more UNIQUE than Paul. Paul, the Jewish Radical; Paul the Pharisee; Paul the unlikely Convert to Christianity; Paul the Roman Citizen, Paul the credentialed scholar. All of those attributes and many more caused the Lord to call Paul His CHOSEN INSTRUMENT (Acts 9:15). Paul would write 12 books (about one-fourth) of the New Testament. Paul would travel over 10,000 miles on four missionary journeys throughout the Empire. Pa...2022-09-1529 min24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleThe Book of ActsThe Book of ACTS (Episode #101)
The Gospels are the CONTINENTAL DIVIDE of the Bible. They divide the Bible Story into TWO distinct DIVISIONS.. The whole of the Old Testament was ’looking FORWARD’ (or uphill, if you will) to the coming Messiah and the Cross of Christ. AFTER the Gospels, everything is looking BACKWARDS at the GOSPELS and the Cross. Another way of saying it— the Old Testament is PREDICTING the coming of the Messiah. The New Testament— beginning with the book of ACTS— is EXPLAINING the Cross. ACTS begins a NEW AGE for the world-- the CHURCH AGE. From...2022-09-0827 min24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleThe Gospel of John - Episode 100The Book of JOHN -- Episode #100
The Apostle John-- author of the Gospel of JOHN-- was the closest human being on Earth to the Savior Jesus. He was called 'BELOVED DISCIPLE' or the 'Disciple Whom Jesus Loved' throughout the Gospel John’s Gospel can be thought of as an 'insiders tell all’ book… not in a bad way but in an INTIMATE and EYEWITNESS sort of Way. John was THERE on the Mount of Transfiguration with Moses and Elijah! John was THERE when Jesus raised Jairus' daughter back to life. John was THERE in the Garden of Gethsemene...2022-09-0128 min24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleThe Book of Luke - Episode 99The Book of LUKE -- Episode #99
When you think about the book of Luke, let this verse help define the premise of Luke's God-called reason for writing:
Luke 1:3 'With this in mind, since I myself have carefully investigated everything from the beginning, I too decided to write an orderly account for you, most excellent Theophilus,' The Book of LUKE is the careful, orderly and methodical work of an HISTORIAN. The documentation and details given by Luke fill in many gaps and authenticate the life and details of Jesus. Hope you enjoy this study into Lu...2022-08-2527 min24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleThe Book of Mark - Episode 98The Book of MARK (Episode #98)
Each of the Gospel writers presents a unique vision of the life of Jesus. Not DIFFERENT-- just unique as seen through their eyes. Matthew (the Jewish Tax Collector) presents Jesus as the KING OF THE JEWS. Mark's Gospel account is different. Mark is a young man. A man of action. He shows a 'Jesus' that is always 'on the go'. Mark emphasizes the ACTION SIDE of Jesus-- his miracles, his travels, vanquishing demons and healing the sick. It is WORKS over WORDS with Mark's gospel account of the life death, burial and resurrect...2022-08-1826 min24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleThe Book of Matthew - Episode 97The Book of MATTHEW (Episode #97)
The Book of Matthew ties together the Old Testament and the New Testament as Matthew reveals Jesus as KING OF THE JEWS. From the calling of Abraham by God to the birth of the Son of God in Bethlehem— there was a plan!! A 2000 year plan, played out in the ’flesh and lineage’ of Abraham. From Abraham to Isaac to Jacob to Judah to David to ultimately Jesus. Therefore, it is appropriate that the first chapter of the New Testament (Matthew 1) is the ROADMAP of the biological plan of Salvation. Matthew, the tax col...2022-08-1127 min
24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleFrom Malachi to Matthew - Episode 96From Malachi to Matthew (The Time Between the Testaments) -- Episode #96
The 400 years of history from Malachi to Matthew set the stage for the COMING of the Messiah. Perhaps no other timeframe in human history has had more impact-- culturally and spiritually-- on our current western society than this time. Think about names-- names you recognize-- that lived at this time: Socrates, Aristotle, Plato, Alexander the Great, Cleopatra, Buddha, the Maccabees, Julius Caesar... just to name a few. It seems that this 400 years-- in Biblical thought-- was necessary to lay a FOUNDATION for the New Testament and PRE...2022-08-0429 min
24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleThe Book of MalachiThe Book of Malachi -- Episode #95
The Book of MALACHI-- the last book of the Old Testament-- speaks about an important subject that resonates in today's church as well as the days of Malachi. The Issue of Worship. Malachi warns the Jews that God the Father was not happy. Their worship was not real... not genuine... in fact, it was worthless in His sight. God had gloriously & miraculously brought the Jews back from Persia and restored them to Judea. You would think they would see the Lord’s Hand in this MIRACLE and desire to WORSHIP Him and Giv...2022-07-2827 min24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleThe Books of Habakkuk & ZephaniahThe Books of HABAKKUK and ZEPHANIAH (Episode #93)
Zephaniah 3:17 'The Lord your God is with you, the Mighty Warrior who saves. . He will take great delight in you; in his love he will no longer rebuke you, but will rejoice over you with singing.' Above is one of most intimate passages of Scripture in the entire Bible. Amidst our fears and our anxieties... living in a world of darkness and trepidations... dire predictions of coming judgments... the book of Zephaniah provides for a mental picture of a Loving God 'singing a song over us'! God sings! Whether you n...2022-07-1426 min24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleThe Books of Micah & Nahum - Episode #92The Books of MICAH and NAHUM (Episode #92)
The two main messages for most of the Minor Prophets were SIN and IDOLATRY in the Culture! So what was the SIN that upset God so much? It was the treatment of people— especially the poor, disenfranchised, alienated and weak. We see this same message echoed by Jesus in the New Testament. Who did Jesus DEFEND? The sick… like the Leper and the Woman with the issue of blood. The poor...like the widow and her offering. The accused… like the woman who was about to be stoned for her sin. Th...2022-07-0725 min
24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleThe Books of Obadiah & JonahThe Books of OBADIAH and JONAH (Episode #91)
'FOR GOD SO LOVED THE WORLD'… If you know of any verse from the Bible, it is this one— John 3:16. From signs at ball parks to t-shirts to preachers in pulpits, it is a very common theme. And why? Because it is TRUE. While the Bible-- from Genesis 12 to Acts 2 focuses on Abraham and his lineage (because the Messiah Jesus is coming through the human gene pool of Abraham)-- that does not mean that God does not care about the rest of the people in the world. He desperately DOES. A...2022-06-3027 min
24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleThe Books of Joel & AmosJUDGEMENT and JUSTICE! Two important themes throughout the Bible-- and the focus of the Biblical books of Joel and Amos. JOEL speaks of a coming invasion of 'locusts'. These 'locusts' may be of the 'bug' variety or perhaps a 'swarming army'. Regardless, they would be the instrument of JUDGEMENT if God's People did not repent of their sin and return to God. In the book of AMOS, the societal corruption of the nations was exposed. Extortion, bribery, misuse of the poor, neglect of the needy-- injustice of every kind. And God had had enough! 'Let justice roll like a river...2022-06-2426 min24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleThe Book of Hosea - Episode #89The Book of HOSEA-- Podcast #89
God sometimes asks his people to do ‘odd’ things… occasionally ‘irrational’ things… and every now and then the Lord asks a servant to doing something downright ‘weird and almost offensive’. Welcome to the Book of Hosea!! As Jeremiah was Judah’s LAST CHANCE Prophet, Hosea was the LAST CHANCE PROPHET of the Northern Kingdom known as Israel. The army of the Assyrians is on the way. Israel's King and people had abandoned Jehovah God and sought out 'false lovers'. So how was the Lord to get their attention and maybe bring them to repentance: he asks th...2022-06-1622 min24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleThe Book of Daniel - Episode #88Lions Den is a ‘perfect description’, the ‘summation’ of Daniel’s life. We are familiar with the story of Daniel in the Lion's den (Daniel 6) but honestly Daniel face many types of 'lions' in his life. Kidnapped and taken captive as a young man, transported 1000 miles from home and living in a foreign land among the enemies, Daniel was a prophet anointed with wisdom, courage and the ability to interpret dreams. He saw things in the future that impact us even today. In this podcast, we pull back the veil just a little and seek to understand this man of God who se...2022-06-0926 min
24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleThe Book of Ezekiel - Episode #87The Book of EZEKIEL (Podcast # 87)
The book of Ezekiel is a strange, wonderful, prophetic and anointed book. A book filled with visions (The Valley of the Dry Bones) and prophet words (The Last Days Prophecy of Gog and Magog) and mind-stirring creatures (the four beings with four different faces). Ezekiel, as a young man, is taken captive to Babylon. It is there, in captivity, the Lord uses him to prepare the people of his day-- and ours-- to 'get right' with God. His Holy Spirit inspired words are a important to to today's collapsing culture as they were 2500 year...2022-06-0226 min
24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleThe Books of JEREMIAH and LAMENTATIONS (Episode #86)The Prophet Jeremiah is sometimes known as the 'WEEPING PROPHET'. And certainly Jeremiah did have some things to 'cry about'. The nation of Judah was apostate. Temple Worship was a mockery. The leadership of Judah rejected his message and even threw Jeremiah in prison. But most importantly-- God's patience had run out!!. Soon, the armies of the Babylonians would arrive. They would ransack the city... kill some and take other captive. But saddest of all-- the 371 year old Temple, built by King Solomon and the earthly representation of the 'Glory of God' -- would be in ashes and rubble on the...2022-05-2628 min
24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleThe Book of Isaiah (Episode #85)The Book of Isaiah (Episode #85)
No other book in the Old Testament provides us such precise, intimate and revealing details about God’s Plan of Salvation as the Book of Isaiah. Sometimes called the 5th Gospel-- Isaiah is referenced approximately 85 times in the New Testament. The references are significant facts about Jesus birth (Virgin birth), his message ('The Spirit of the Lord is on me... to preach Good News'), the one who would 'Prepare a way for Jesus' (John the Baptist) and of course, details of his death found in the 'Suffering Servant' chapter (Isaiah 53). Isaiah lived around 700BC...2022-05-1928 min24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleThe Book of Song of Solomon - Episode 84The Book of Song of Solomon-- Episode #84
The Holy Bible presents sex and romance as both a POWERFUL BLESSING and a DANGEROUS WEAPON. The book of Song of Solomon provides for us an intimate and honest rendering of this passion and desire. The attraction of a man to a woman... the romantic and sensuous language used to portray romance and sex... is, to some, exciting, to some embarrassing, and to all of us, very revealing. God created this most amazing gift. It is His first command (read Genesis 1:28). This last book of 'Wisdom' is all about the into...2022-05-1226 min
24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleThe Book of Ecclesiastes (Episode #83)The Book of Ecclesiastes (Episode #83)
If there was anyone of whom it could be said he 'had it all' it was Solomon. He had wealth, possessions, unrestrained pleasures, palaces and lands, fame, honor and our course total power as the sovereign King of Israel. Yet, for all those things-- Solomon was not a 'happy man'. In the book of Ecclesiastes, Solomon records his personal and honest journey toward finding PURPOSE in his life. He had tried it all... but nothing brought him fulfillment. 'Meaningless. meaningless. all is meaningless' is the beginning of Ecclesiastes. Solomon's journey is our journey...2022-05-0527 min24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleThe Book of PROVERBS (Episode #82)God appears to a young King Solomon, freshly anointed as King and now humbly praying and worshiping before the Lord. 'Ask of me anything you want', God say. Wow! What could this son of David ask for. Wealth? Victory over his enemies? Fame? Yes... but that is NOT what he ask for! In humble recognition of his inadequacies, Solomon asks Jehovah God for 'WISDOM' to rightly and justly rule over God's nation called Israel. God was tremendously pleased with Solomon's request. He answered it by making him the 'wisest man that ever lived'. The outcome of such wisdom is Solomon...2022-04-2825 min
24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleThe Book of Psalms - Episode 81Episode #81-- The Book of PSALMS
If you open your Bible to the 'middle' of the book you will most likely open to the book of PSALMS. Which is, honestly, appropriate! The Jewish mind set was that your 'guts' are the SEAT of your emotions. And that is exactly what Psalms is, in a manner-- the 'guts' of the Bible. The 150 chapters of Psalms deal with the wide range of human emotions-- the 'highs', the 'lows', the 'anger', the 'depressions', the 'desires' and the 'exaltations' of our existence. Think of Psalms as a 'compilation' of songs and p...2022-04-2127 min
24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleThe Book of Job - Episode 80The Book of JOB (Episode #80)
The Book of JOB marks a transition in our Journey through the Bible from ’historical’ to ‘philosophical’. That is, we have now entered what are often call the Books of WISDOM. Job, Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes and Song of Solomon— the five Books of Wisdom— that deal with problems and issues that have been common to all mankind throughout human history. Issues such as SUFFERING (Job); EMOTIONS (Psalms); WISE BEHAVIOR (Proverbs); PURPOSE (Ecclesiastes); and ROMANCE (Song of Solomon). God places these books in His Bible to give us insight into ‘ourselves’. He uses the examples and personal exploi...2022-04-1427 min
24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleThe Book of Esther - Episode #79The Book of ESTHER (Episode #79):
The story of ESTHER is a story of 'salvation'. Salvation for her people-- the Jews at a time when they faced total annihilation-- and for all the people in th world who are looking for a Savior, a Messiah named Jesus. The 'favor' of God was with her. The position she rose to was QUEEN OF PERSIA. Persia, at this time under King Xerxes, is the most powerful, literate and sophisticated culture in the World. How did a orphaned Jewish captive girl by the name of Esther end up as Queen of any...2022-04-0725 min
24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleThe Book of Nehemiah (Episode #77)The Book of NEHEMIAH (Episode #77)
Some people are called to build businesses. Some are called to build towering skyscrapers. Nehemiah was called to build WALLS. The Walls of Jerusalem. In this 16th book of the Bible, we are brought in on the problem at hand. The holy city of Jerusalem still lay in ruins and very much in danger. No walls and gates to protect the ever increasing flow of Jewish returnees. Nehemiah could have remained in Susa, Persia enjoying the luxuries afforded one in the employ of the King. Instead, Nehemiah answers the call: he journeys to Jerus...2022-03-3126 min
24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleThe Books of Chronicles - Episode 75The Books of CHRONICLES (Episode #75):
Covering the 65 Chapters (29 + 36) of 1 and 2 Chronicles in one short podcast is no easy feat-- but we try. The high points of these two books are (at least as far as this podcast is concerned) the lists or 'chronicles' of over 2000 names in the first 12 chapters AND the building of the FIRST TEMPLE by King SOLOMON. Many other events recorded in the chapters as well... but most listeners will be familiar with the verse found in 2 Chronicles 7 (words spoken by God to the audience at the Dedication of the Temple and words spoken to US t...2022-03-1729 min
24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleThe Books of 1 & 2 KingsThe Books of 1 and 2 Kings (Episode #75): To adequately cover the 47 chapters of I & 2 Kings... the 42 different Kings (and Queens) mentioned in the books... the prophets who advised the kingdoms... and the 300 years of history covered by these books is, of course, impossible. To UNDERSTAND this critical time in Bible history is, however, an achievable goal. And it is THE GOAL of our podcasts. Beginning as a United 'States' of Israel under Kings Saul, David and Solomon, a Civil War creates two different countries-- The Northern Kingdom of ISRAEL and the Southern Kingdom of JUDAH. Hope you enjoy and learn f...2022-03-1131 min
24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleThe Book of Samuel - Episode 74The Books of Samuel (1 & 2) -- Episode #74
Samuel is the last of the Judges and serves as a transition and a KING MAKER! Samuel is responsible for 'anointing' the first 2 Kings of a 'united states' of Israel. The first King is SAUL. We read about him in 1 Samuel. The second King is DAVID. We read about his rise to fame and his interactions with King Saul in the first book... then we read about KING DAVID'S 40 year rule as King of Israel in 2 Samuel. God's desire was NEVER for Israel to have a King. But Israel's rebellious heart a...2022-03-0327 min24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleThe Book of Ruth - Episode 73The Book of RUTH (Episode #73)
Four intriguing chapters... a love story of an Moabite widow and her mother-in-law set during the time of the Judges. A lady not recognized as anyone if 'note' by her society or ours. But God saw her heart, restored her fortunes... and gave her a lofty position as the Great- grandmother of King David and a descendant of the coming Messiah. The book of Ruth shows us that God is not an inspector or positions.. but our hearts!!
Book of Ruth Study Notes - If the link doesn't...2022-02-2427 min
24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleThe Book of Judges - Episode 72The Book of Judges — Episode #72
After the death of Joshua and before the time of the Kings… there were ‘judges’. The book of Judges is an account of the exploits— the victories and flaws— of the men and lady whom God ‘raised up’ to bring deliverance and stability to the tribes of Israel. Even today, we can see the same patterns in our culture as we observe in Israel, the struggles as God’s people fail to follow God’s commands.
The Book of Judges Study Notes (If this link doesn't work, find them on Whittington.org in the blog at th...2022-02-1827 min
The Talent, Sales & Scale PodcastEpisode 84 - Creating a Community with Mark DonniganHere comes another value packed interview! For Episode 84, our host Bryan Whittington is joined by Mark Donnigan. Bryan and Mark go all in on a very hot and relevant topic these days - creating a community! You do NOT want to miss this episode!
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24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleThe Book of JoshuaThe Book of Joshua (Episode #71)
The book of Joshua is all about the land— the PROMISED LAND, that is! In this book we see God’s promise to Abraham… made over 400 years earlier… now come to pass. Joshua leads the armies of Israel to victory— taking control of the Promised Land and then giving to each Tribe their inheritance. God has kept His Promise.
Joshua Show Notes - If the link doesn't work for you, you can find them on Whittington.org in the blog at the bottom of the page.2022-02-1027 min
24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleEpisode 70 - The Book of DeuteronomyEpisode #70- The Book of Deuteronomy
There are some memorable ‘farewell speeches’ throughout history. People whose time had come, whose career was ending, whose calling was fulfilled. Such is the book of Deuteronomy. The 34 chapters record Moses’ farewell remarks’ to his people. He reminds them of many important things of God that they have learned through the years. He hands over leadership to his right hand man Joshua— and then he dies. As in life, even in death, Moses is unique. Enjoy your travels through this 5th book of the Bible— Deuteronomy!
Here is a link to the D...2022-02-0328 min
24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleEpisode 69 - The Book of NumbersThe Book of Numbers — Episode #69
The Key to the book of Numbers is CENSUS. Both at the beginning and the end of the book, God asks Moses to take a census… to count the number of men age 20 and over. Between the two ‘countings’ is 40 years of triumphs and failures by God’s people. Through it all, however, is the powerful Priestly Blessing— as power today as when the Priests spoke it over this new Nation. ‘The Lord Bless you and keep you… make his face to shine upon you… and give you peace’!
Here is a link to the Stu...2022-01-2722 min
24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleEpisode 68 - The Book of LeviticusThe Book of Leviticus (Episode #68)
A new nation— the nation of Israel— began as 12 families entering Egypt (70 souls in all). Now, four centuries later, a vast and powerful people of over a million had, under Moses’ leadership, departed the slavery of Egypt.. on their way to a ‘Promised Land’.
To survive as a ‘Jewish Culture’ they must not only have a ‘land’ but also a LAW. And that is the story of LEVITICUS. Leviticus is the God given ‘law’ and ‘culture’ necessary to solidify this new nation. Hope you enjoy this study of the third book of the Bible— Leviticus.2022-01-2026 min
24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleEpisode 67 - The Book of ExodusThe Book of Exodus (Episode #67)
The 40 chapters of Exodus begin with the Children of Israel in slavery to Egypt. Enter Moses! From his Princely upbringing in Pharaoh’s Palace to a Fugitive in Midian to his return to Egypt as God’s Deliverer, Moses is center stage in the book of Exodus! Let this week’s podcast help you become informed, aware and confident in this 2nd book of the Bible. Here is a link to the study notes for the Book of Exodus.
Exodus Study Notes
If the link above doesn't work for you...2022-01-1327 min
24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleEpisode 66 - The Book of GenesisEPISODE #66 -- The Bible In A Year: GENESIS
Welcome to THE BIBLE IN A YEAR: A Simple Book by Book Journey Through the Scripture. It is a new look for the 24 Minute Bible Podcast. Today we begin with the book of 'BEGINNINGS'-- the book of GENESIS.
As a new feature for the podcast, click on the link in this description and you will be able to download STUDY NOTES for this episode and each one to come. Also, don't forget to check out the FACEBOOK page (24 Minute Bible Podcast) for charts, maps and other study aids...2022-01-0624 min24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleEpisode 43 - The Bible and End TimesEpisode #43: The Bible and End Times
Any discussion of ‘end times’ and the return of Jesus stirs emotions. It should. But are we close? In this episode Pastor Mark shares 4 events, using Jesus’ words in Matthew 24, that should cause Believers and non-believers alike to stand up and ‘take notice’ of events in our world today. The Biblical goals of God are never thwarted and many are being fulfilled before our very eyes.2021-07-2928 min24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleEpisode 34 - Revelation - A Window Into HeavenEpisode #34: Revelation: A Window to Heaven
Armageddon! The mark of the Beast! War in Heaven! 666! Great white throne of Judgment! Terms from the book of Revelation impacts our culture in many ways. They remind us of ‘the end’. And there is an ‘end’! An end to life, to history, to this planet... and to our chances to respond to God’s plan of redemption. This episode (1 of 3) focuses in on John’s visit to the Throne room of Heaven. An exciting book— the book of Revelation!2021-05-2027 minThe Talent, Sales & Scale PodcastEpisode 57 - Mark Shalinsky - Data Sales ScienceebsGrowth & The Talent, Sales & Scale Show with host Bryan Whittington have Mark Shalinsky, Chief Optimization Officer at Data Sales Science on the show to talk about the colliding worlds of Sales and Data Science!
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https://ebsgrowth.com/2021-05-051h 0024 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleEpisode 29 - Hebrews and the Temple of GodEpisode #29: Hebrews and the Temple of God
The book of Hebrews is really a ‘blueprint’ and ‘instruction manual’ of how the plan of Redemption was accomplished. This very ‘Jewish book’ in the New Testament was written to convince readers that Jesus fulfilled all the requirements of our faith— as High Priest, the Final Sacrifice and the author of new and ‘better covenant’.2021-04-1527 min24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleEpisode 28 - Paul's Letters and New Testament IssuesEpisode #28– Paul’s Letters and New Testament Issues
The Apostle Paul wrote 13 books of the New Testament. The recipients of those letters were 7 churches and 3 individuals. In this episode we’re get see that almost half of the New Testament was written to help churches and individuals wrestle with the problems and struggles of being a ‘Follower of Christ’ in a very broken culture. Sound familiar? Nothing has changed for us today, has it— which is why these 13 New Testament books are as important for us today as they were when written.2021-04-0929 min24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleEpisode 27 - The World Paul KnewEpisode #27 - The World Paul Knew
The Roman Empire was far reaching, powerful, efficient — and incredible perverse. Brutality, wicked sensuality, corruption and sorcery characterized every day life in the Roman World. And yet it was ‘this world’ that tremendously responded to the Gospel of Jesus and the ministry of the Apostle Paul. This week we examine ‘The World Paul Knew’. I think it will help you understand the New Testament better— and give you renewed hope for our world today.2021-04-0228 min24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleEpisode 26 - The Man Named PaulEpisode #26– The Man Named Paul
If ask ‘who is the most influential person of the last 2000 years?’ (apart from Jesus), who would you chose? I would choose the Apostle Paul! For the next two weeks we will examine the many, many reasons why the life and ministry of Paul shapes the entire world— to this very moment. Today we look at ‘The Man Named Paul’ and next week’s episode we will examine ‘The World Paul Knew’. Together these two podcast will help us understand why God said of Paul ‘He is my chosen instrument’.2021-03-2530 min24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleEpisode #25 - Acts: A New Beginning for the WorldEpisode #25 - Acts: A New Beginning for the World
The book of Acts represents a fundamental milestone and turning point in the Bible. Since Genesis, Chapter 12, the Biblical focus has been on one man— Abraham! God calls Abraham... and for the next 2000 years the Bible follow the lives and exploits of Abraham’s ‘kids’. ‘Kids’ whose names are familiar: Isaac, Moses, Joshua, David, Esther and Daniel— and finally, the Ultimate Sacrifice Jesus! But in Acts 2, everything changes. Now the focus of the Bible is the World— Taking the good news of Jesus to all peoples. Learn about the world shaking ch...2021-03-1828 min24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleEpisode 24 - Jesus: The Ultimate PurposeJesus: The Ultimate Purpose
It may not always be evident to the casual reader of the Bible, but the honest seeker will recognize this truth: the Ultimate Purpose of God and his Bible is the Cross of Jesus. So many events and concepts throughout the Old Testament find their fulfillment and meaning in the Cross of Jesus. Today’s podcast seeks to ‘color in’ the meaning of some of the Old Testament stories that come to life in the reality of the Cross. The ultimate purpose of God is to be a Father to sons and daughter. The means o...2021-03-1227 min24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleEpisode 23 - Jesus: The Early YearsEpisode #23: Jesus— The Early Years
Jesus came into this life as fully human and fully God. Most of us know the Christmas Story but what about the ‘other’ years. The Bible does not give us much information (by God’s design) on the Early Years of Jesus. We will, however, in this Episode, look at his childhood years, his teenage and early adult years and the family dynamics that Jesus the ‘brother’ and ‘son’ experienced. I think you will enjoy this episode about Jesus: The Early Years!2021-03-0425 min24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleEpisode 22 - The Glorious GospelEpisode #22: The Glorious Gospel
The earthly ministry of Jesus Christ lasted about 1200 day. Just 1200 days. Yet from his baptism in the Jordan River to his Ascension from the Mount of Olives, the ministry of Jesus is the most important, pivotal and history changing event that has ever occurred. Jesus’ life is the ultimate GOOD NEWS. In this episode, we look at the four Gospels and how they uniquely and authoritatively tell the story of the Greatest Life ever lived.2021-02-2529 min24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleEpisode 21 - When Heaven Held Its BreathEpisode #21– When Heaven Held Its Breath
Imagine for a moment what it must have been like in Heaven when the Son of God— the Word who created the Universe- left His throne and journeyed to a new location: the womb of a virgin girl named Mary of Nazareth. The Promise of a coming Messiah has now become a reality. Miracle of miracles... God has come to earth in human form. Take a listen as we explore ‘When Heaven Held It’s Breath’!2021-02-1822 min24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleEpisode 20 - A New King is ComingEpisode #20: A New King is Coming
Kingdoms come and go. We see this especially in the 400 year time period between the Old Testament and the New. In this episode we will run into some familiar names NOT included in the Bible but names that are important for understanding the New Testament nevertheless. Names like Alexander the Great, Aristotle, Julius Caesar, Cleopatra and Marc Anthony. God works through the history of men— His will to perform. A New King— the Greatest King is coming. See how it all fits together in today’s episode ‘A New King is Coming’!2021-02-1227 min24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleEpisode 19 - Answering the CriticsEpisode #19: Answering the Critics
The Bible— and particularly the Old Testament— often comes under withering ridicule from the critics. In this episode we look at how the critics may actually help to support the authenticity and trustworthiness of the Bible. Enjoy this fun and enlightening podcast as we ‘walk through’ the Old Testament journey and set the stage for a ‘Coming King’ in the New Testament. Welcome to Episode #19-- Answering the Critics!2021-02-0528 min24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleEpisode 18 - The Books of Wisdom Part 2Episode #18 - The Books of Wisdom Part 2
The suffering of humanity. The incredible range of emotions we feel. Practical bits of wisdom— like thrice daily meals— to get us through the day. What would I want if I had everything? How deep is this burning passion of love I have down in my soul?
Such are the topic addressed in the 5 Biblical Books of Wisdom. Today is the second podcast in a two part journey that will give definition and clarity to the width and breadth of our human emotions. God addresses the honest questions we all...2021-01-2827 min24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleEpisode 17 - The Books of Wisdom Part 1Episode #17 (Part 1)– The Books of Wisdom
Job, Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes and Song of Solomon are often called the ‘Books of Wisdom’. And indeed they a repository of wisdom. They are however, also books filled with every color and hue of human emotion. From the down to earth ‘practicality’ of Proverbs to the pathos of Job wrestling with his very human suffering to the philosophical examination of our purpose on Earth explored in Ecclesiastes— these books are the most ‘human’ books of the Bible. (And of course, the language in Song of Solomon that might make your mother blush). Probe the wisdom...2021-01-2127 min24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleEpisode 16 - Returning to JerusalemEpisode #16– Returning to Jerusalem
Before the Babylonian King Nebuchadnezzar lay waste to Jerusalem and burned it’s Holy Temple to the ground, the prophet Jeremiah issued a prophecy. The prophecy, found in Jeremiah 29:10, was that Jerusalem WOULD be destroyed... but that 70 years later the Jews would RETURN to Jerusalem. They would rebuild the Temple. They would re-establish the city walls. They would again dwell in the land of their Heritage.
And it happened just as Jeremiah promised. Today’s episode looks at three books— Ezra, Nehemiah and Esther. It is a heartening story of God’s restoration promise to...2021-01-1429 min24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleEpisode 15 - The Prophets of the Old TestamentEpisode #15: The Prophets of the Old Testament
Prophets and their lives can sometimes come off as scary, condescending... even weird. However, the purpose of most prophets is to get the attention of their hearers. They should be dramatic, loud and uncompromising. Especially when it is God Himself who has given the message. This episode looks at the 17 books of prophecy (the Major and Minor prophets) in the Old Testament. The goal is to ‘plug in’ these individuals into the the time, place and context of the Bible. Their messages were important then. They are still important now. Welcome to Ep...2021-01-0727 min24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleEpisode 14 - Going Into CaptivityEpisode #14– Going Into Captivity
The end of the Kingdom and the country had come. The Babylonians surrounded Jerusalem, captured their wealth, deported their people to Persia and for an exclamation point— totally destroyed their Temple.
For those seeking to understand the Bible, however, the time the Jews spent in captivity in Babylon and Persia are important times. The Bible books of Daniel, Ezekiel and Esther were all written from Persia. The experiences of the Jews in this foreign land set the stage for the ultimate deliverance— the coming of a Messiah.
Episode #14 comes from the final chap...2021-01-0127 min24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleEpisode 13 - The Civil War of IsraelEpisode #13: The Civil War of Israel
Any war is deeply tragic but especially so when the war is a Civil War pitting brother against brother and dividing a nation. Israel had experienced a unified Kingdom under its first three kings— Saul, David and Solomon. That unity was now over, however, as Israel splits into two separate countries. The 10 tribes of the north would be called the Northern Kingdom or Israel. The Southern Kingdom would be known as Judah. In this episode we cover the Biblical books of 1 & 2 Kings and 1 & 2 Chronicles... and the destinies of a divided Israel. Welcome to Ep...2020-12-2428 min24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleEpisode 12 - We Three Kings of IsraelEpisode #12: We Three Kings of Israel
After the time of the Judges, the people demanded a king. So it was a king they got. The first three kings — Saul, David and Solomon— led a ‘United States of Israel’. That is, all 12 tribes were unified and the ‘nation’ of Israel was created. For 120 years Israel would experience a United ‘kingdom’. In this episode we seek to understand Israel under the government of these three leaders. It was, in many ways, the most glorious time of all for Israel. Territory was won, a capital was established... and a Temple was built. Join us on...2020-12-1725 min24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleEpisode 11 - Samuel the King MakerEPISODE #11– Samuel the King Maker
The children of Israel had experienced a number of ‘up’s and downs’ while settling into life in the Promised Land. The leadership of the Judges was not going well. Maybe the answer was to become like ‘everyone else’. The nations around Israel all had Kings. ‘Ah, there’s the answer! We want a King too!’
The books of 1st and 2nd Samuel detail the transition of Israel from a ‘theocracy’ (led by God) to a ‘monarchy (led by a King). To Samuel, the 'last Judge of Israel’ fell the job of anointing the first two king...2020-12-1024 min24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleEpisode 10 - The Beauty of RuthEpisode #10: The Beauty of Ruth
The book of Ruth is ‘beautiful’ on many levels. In it, we see the Hebrew Bible’s focus and honoring of women. In it, we see that one’s ‘country of origin’ does not matter to God as much as the ‘attitude of our heart’. And in it, we can ‘connect dots’ as God places a seemingly insignificant widowed Moabite women in the center of His will. Ruth will become the great grandmother of the greatest King in Israel and a heroine included in the family line of the coming Messiah Jesus.
Continue on your ‘si...2020-12-0324 minThe Talent, Sales & Scale PodcastEpisode 35 - Mark Evans - providing a Marketing Spark to your growing business, the foundational pillars of great storytelling through content, and how to know what's actually working in marketingThe Talent, Sales & Scale Podcast returns for Episode 35 with Mark Evans, Principal at Marketing Spark. Our host Bryan Whittington is joined by Mark, as they dive in on what great marketing looks like for a growing company.
Mark and Bryan go over so many valuable topics in this episode including:
-the key pillars of a good marketing story - and when to tell them
-the power of marketing data and how it informs business growth
-the importance of embracing consistency in your marketing program
-why every marketer needs to...2020-12-0253 min24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleEpisode 9 - The Judges of IsraelEPISODE #9– The Judges of Israel
The Book of Judges is an interesting and insight record of the timeframe before Israel had Kings. Interesting because of the flawed and sometimes odd people God raised up to lead the people in this newly conquered Promised land... and insightful in the similarities to today’s world and our propensity toward ‘doing what is right in our own eyes’! Enjoy the journey in this episode entitled ‘The Judges of Israel’.2020-11-2626 min
24 Minute Bible - A Simple Journey to Understand the BibleEpisode 1 - IntroductionWelcome to the 24 Minute Bible Podcast with Pastor Mark Minor. Today's Podcast is an introduction to this 'Simple Journey to Understand the Bible.' In this episode, we examine WHAT the Bible claims - it's own testimony, if you will - about it's ORIGIN and POWER. We also look at WHY the Bible stands alone as a UNIQUE and AUTHORITATIVE testimony of God among all other religious books of the World.2020-09-2924 min
Wired To Hunt PodcastWired To Hunt Podcast #123: North American Whitetail’s Gordon Whittington Discusses the Challenges of Hunting October BucksToday on the show we’re joined by Gordon Whittington of North American Whitetail magazine, and we’re discussing the challenges of hunting October bucks, some of the interesting differences in hunting certain regions of the country, and much more! To listen...2016-10-131h 49