148: Galatians — Set Free to Be Free

Marty Solomon and Brent Billings look at the story of Elijah and the lessons learned by one of Israel’s greatest prophets.Discussion Video for BEMA 42Where God Was Born by Bruce FeilerMap of Phoenicia, Late Bronze Age — WikipediaTranscript for BEMA 42

7 Sep 201743min

Marty Solomon and Brent Billings revisit the two sources comprising this portion of the biblical narrative, analyzing the agendas found in each. They attempt to look at the differences between the sources to understand the reigns of David and Solomon and the split of the nation of God’s people, ultimately helping us figure out what went wrong.The Story Behind the Story Presentation (PDF)Discussion Video for BEMA 41Jesus Wants to Save Christians by Rob Bell and Don GoldenTranscript for BEMA 41

31 Aug 201736min

Marty Solomon and Brent Billings begin the journey to understanding the historical record of the united kingdom of Israel by taking a look at the two sources comprising this biblical narrative.One Story, Two Sources Presentation (PDF)Discussion Video for BEMA 40Transcript for BEMA 40

24 Aug 201732min

Marty Solomon and Brent Billings continue to examine the life of David, looking at the defeat of Goliath and making some general observations about the character of David.Discussion Video for BEMA 39Promised Land — Ray Vander Laan (Amazon)TTWMK Faith Lessons on DVD and Digital (Focus on the Family)“The Unheard Story of David and Goliath” by Malcolm Gladwell — TEDValley of Elah — WikipediaJesus Wants to Save Christians by Rob Bell and Don GoldenWhere God Was Born by Bruce FeilerThe Practice of the Presence of God by Brother LawrenceTranscript for BEMA 39

10 Aug 201732min

Marty Solomon and Brent Billings take a look at Israel’s first two kings and try to see what the Text is showing us in these two characters.Discussion Video for BEMA 38A Tale of Three Kings by Gene EdwardsTranscript for BEMA 38

27 Jul 201728min

Marty Solomon and Brent Billings zoom in on the mini-narrative of Ruth — one story where the mission of God is realized in the way Israel treats the alien, the orphan, and the widow.Discussion Video for BEMA 37Map of Moab and the Surrounding RegionTranscript for BEMA 37

13 Jul 201732min

Marty Solomon and Brent Billings look at the book of Judges and the cycle found therein.Discussion Video for BEMA 36The Forgiving Flow, Part 2: Drop the Jawbone — The RobCast, Episode 39Make Your Mark by Brad GrayTranscript for BEMA 36

29 Jun 201735min

Marty Solomon and Brent Billings wrap up the discussion of Joshua and bridge the gap toward the book of Judges, pondering the mission of God and His choice of real estate for His people.Crossroads of the Earth Presentation (PDF)Discussion Video for BEMA 35The Source by James A. MichenerTranscript for BEMA 35

15 Jun 201735min