271: John — The Greatest Day of the Feast

Marty Solomon and Brent Billings approach the penultimate chapter of Hosea’s prophecy, hearing him issue a final challenge to take stock of our idolatrous condition.1994 Minister’s Manual (HarperCollins, 1993). Series by Roger Lovette (Preaching from Hosea: A Gospel for Broken Things). Edited by James W. Cox

23 Jan 40min

Marty Solomon and Brent Billings watch the prophet parallel the experience of God’s people with the history of their Patriarch Jacob.“Back to the Future” by Brad Gray (14 minutes) — Walking the Text“Back to the Future” by Brad Gray (55 minutes) — Central Holland Church, YouTube1994 Minister’s Manual (HarperCollins, 1993). Series by Roger Lovette (Preaching from Hosea: A Gospel for Broken Things). Edited by James W. Cox

16 Jan 39min

Marty Solomon and Brent Billings are with Elle Grover Fricks to venture into Hosea 11, seeing a shift in the prophet’s tone as he talks about who God is and how God feels.Your God Is Too Small by J. B. Phillips

9 Jan 46min

Marty Solomon and Brent Billings are with Josh Bossé to travel through Hosea 10, finding instructions for what can be done in the face of such idolatrous vanity.BEMA 109: Which Soil?BEMA 12: A Mission Realized

2 Jan 57min

Brent Billings and Reed Dent drive this podcast into a tree and find out how many friends we actually have.It’s a Wonderful Life — WikipediaIt’s a Wonderful Life — JustWatchReed on LetterboxdBrent on LetterboxdPlanet Money Movie Club: It’s a Wonderful Life — NPRCPI Inflation Calculator — US Bureau of Labor StatisticsScorigami

26 Dec 202459min

Marty Solomon and Brent Billings are joined by special guest Catherine McNiel, author of Fearing Bravely.Fearing Bravely by Catherine McNielReview of Fearing Bravely — Marty Solomon, GoodreadsReview of Fearing Bravely — Brent Billings, GoodreadsLong Days of Small Things by Catherine McNielAll Shall Be Well by Catherine McNielMid-Faith Crisis by Catherine McNielWomen’s Devotional BibleCatherine McNiel’s websiteCatherine McNiel on Twitter/XCatherine McNiel on ThreadsCatherine McNiel on FacebookCatherine McNiel on InstagramCatherine McNiel on LinkedInAdditional audio production by Gus Simpson Special Guest: Catherine McNiel.

19 Dec 202441min

Marty Solomon and Brent Billings discuss Hosea 9 and the consequences of participating in imperial rebellion against the Lord.1994 Minister’s Manual (HarperCollins, 1993). Series by Roger Lovette (Preaching from Hosea: A Gospel for Broken Things). Edited by James W. CoxBEMA 362: Isaiah — Prophetic PathosHyacinth — WikipediaWater Hyacinth — Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

12 Dec 202446min

Marty Solomon, Brent Billings, and Reed Dent discuss the futility of reaping a whirlwind, and why we would keep going back to empty expecting to find anything else.Presentation for Hosea — How Empty Is Empty? (PDF)

5 Dec 202441min