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Bible Love: A Scripture Podcast
Bible Love is a conversation about scripture between Mary Balfour Van Zandt (priest at Church of the Epiphany in Guntersville, Ala.) and Alan Bentrup (priest at St. Martin-in-the-Fields in Keller, Texas).
Episodes
- Bible Love: A Scripture Podcast
Summer Church Shopping - Baptist
Today we’re joined by the Rev. Dr. Tony Hopkins, Baptist pastor and friend well-known to us at Bible Love. Questions for reflection: - Where have you…
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Summer Church Shopping - Episcopal/Anglican
Today we’re joined by Ryan Flanigan, founder of the band Liturgical Folk and Director of Music at Resurrection South Austin Episcopal Church. Questions for…
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Summer Sabbatical
Today we talk about our podcast summer series, our personal summer plans, and how rest reminds of God’s love). Questions for reflection: - Where have you…
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Peter's Confession
Today we’re joined the Rev. Catherine L. Tatem, Rector of Church of the Good Shepherd in Greenville, S.C. We talk Peter’s confession of Jesus in Mt 15:21-31…
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Healings Beyond Galilee (or A Ministry of Interruption)
Today we talk about God’s expansive love, our need for rest, and how we’re here to be interrupted in Mt 15:21-31, Mk 7:24-37. Questions for reflection: - Where…
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Outer & Inner Purity
Today we’re joined by The Rev. Dr. Marshall A. Jolly, Rector of St. Thaddeus Episcopal Church in Aiken, S.C. We talk about shiny things, misplaces focus, and…
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The Bread of Life
Today we’re joined by the Rt. Rev. Daniel Richards, Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Upper South Carolina. We talk about Jesus as the bread of life in Jn…
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Walking on Water
Today we talk about doubt, washing feet, and the Pope. We look at Jesus walking on water in Mt 14:22-33, Mk 6:45-52, Jn 6:16-21. Questions for reflection: -…
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Feeding the 5,000
Today we’re joined by Dr. Tony again, as we talk about Jesus feeding the crowd in Mt 14:13-21, Mk 6:30-44, Lk 9:10-17, Jn 6:1-15. Questions for reflection: -…
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Jesus, Herod, and the Head of John the Baptist
Today we talk about Jesus’ encounter with Herod in Mt 14:1-12, Mk 6:14-29, Lk 9:7-9. We talk about guilt, conscience, and why we do the things we don’t want to…
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Sending Out the Twelve
Today we talk about Jesus’ sending out of the twelve in Mt 9:35-10:42, Mk 6:6-13, Lk 9:1-6. Questions for reflection: - Where have you encountered God this…
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Rejected in His Hometown
Today we are joined by the Rev. Scott Painter, Rector of St. Michael & All Angels Episcopal Church in Portland, Oregon. We look at Jesus’ rejection in Nazareth…
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Blind and Mute Men
Today we look at Jesus’ healing of the blind and mute men in Mt 9:27-34. Questions for reflection: - Where have you encountered God this week? Readings for…
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Outcast and Left for Dead
Today we look at Jesus’ healing of the bleeding woman and raising a little girl back to life in Mt Mt 9:18-26, Mk 5:21-43, Lk 8:40-56. Questions for…
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Demons, Pigs, and Broken People
Today we’re joined by Dr. Tony! We look at Jesus’ interaction with the Gerasene demoniac in Mt 8:28-34, Mk 5:1-20, Lk 8:26-39. Questions for reflection: -…
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Jesus Calms the Storm
Today we’re joined by Elise Collins, Director of Family Ministries at First Presbyterian Church in Greenwood, S.C. We look at Jesus calming the storm in Mt…
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Joy for the World
Today we’re joined by the Rev. Colin Ambrose, Vice Rector and Chief of Staff at St. George’s Episcopal Church in Nashville, Tenn. We look at the the parables…
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The Mustard Seed
Today we’re joined by The Rev. Kellie Wilson, Interim Associate Rector at St. James Episcopal Church in Hndersonville, N.C. We look at the parable of the…
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Seeds and Weeds
Today we look at the parables of seeds and weeds in Mk 4:26-29, Mt 13:24-43 Questions for reflection: - Where have you encountered God this week? Readings for…
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Hide it Under a Bushel? No!
Today we’re joined by The Rev. Dr. Marshall A. Jolly, Rector of St. Thaddeus Episcopal Church in Aiken, S.C. We look at the parable of a lamp under a bushel in…
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The Parables of Jesus
Today Dr. Tony joins us to provide an overview of Jesus’ parables. We’ll dive into them over the next couple of weeks! Questions for reflection: - Where have…
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Jesus, Satan, and the Holy Spirit
Today we talk about demons, Satan, and the power of the Holy Spirit in Mt 12:22-45, Mk 3:20-30, Lk 11:14-32. Questions for reflection: - Where have you…
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Jesus and the Women
Today we are joined by the Rev. Kellen Day, Rector of St. James Episcopal Church in Greenville, S.C. We talk about healing and following Jesus in Lk 7:36-8:3…
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Torch Bearers of the Kingdom
Today we talk about preparing the way for Jesus. We look at Jesus’ teaching in Mt 11.1-19, Lk 7.18-35. Questions for reflection: - Where have you encountered…
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The Faith of the Centurion
Today we talk about faith, light, and seeing things in a new way. We look at Jesus’ teaching in Mt 8.5-13, Lk 7.1-17. Questions for reflection: - Where have…
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Forgive Us Our Trespasses
Today we talk about the Lord’s Prayer, judging others, and God’s graciousness. We look at Jesus’ teaching in Mt 6-7, Lk 6.37-49. Questions for reflection: -…
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Love Your Friends, Love Your Enemies
Today we talk about love. What else is there to say? We look at Jesus’ teaching about friends, enemies, and love in Mt 5.43-48, Lk 6.27-36. Questions for…
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Salt & Light
Today we talk about salt, light, sin, and God’s unconditional love. We talk about Jesus’ teachings from the Sermon on the Mount in Mt 5.13-42 Questions for…
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The Beatitudes
Today we’re joined by the Dr. Tony, as we talk about Jesus’ teaching on the beatitudes in Mt 5.1-12, Lk 6.20-26 Questions for reflection: - Where have you…
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Sabbath
Today we’re joined by the Rev. Peter Gray, the soon-to-be Interim Rector at St. Phillip’s Episcopal Church in Indianapolis, Indiana. We talk about Jesus’…
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Fasting
Today we’re joined by the Rev. Catherine L. Tatem, Rector of Church of the Good Shepherd in Greenville, Sc.C. We talk about fasting, feasting, and making room…
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Tax Collectors & Sinners
Today we talk about sin, love, and God’s overwhelming grace. We look at Jesus’ feast with tax collectors and sinners in Mt. 9.9-13, Mk 2. 13-17, Lk. 5 27-32…
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Healing of the Paralytic
Today we talk about forgiveness, friendship, and miraculous healings. We look at the paralyzed man and his friends in Mt 9:1-8, Mk 2:1-12, Lk 5:17-26 Questions…
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A Man With Leprosy
Today we are joined by Dr. Tony as we continue looking at Jesus’ healings. We look at the man with leprosy in Mt 8:1-4, Mk 1:40-45, Lk 5:12-16 Questions for…
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Jesus' First Healings
Today we are joined by the Rev. Marion Sprott, Episcopal Diocese of North Carolina. We look at Jesus’ first healings at Capernaum in Mt 8:14-17, Mk 1:29-34, Lk…
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Jesus' First Exorcism
Today we are joined by the Rev. Hannah Hooker, Associate Rector at Christ Church Episcopal in Little Rock, Arkansas. We look at Jesus’ first exorcism in Mk…
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Jesus Calls the First Disciples
Today we are joined by the Rev. Dorian Del Priore. We look at Jesus’ calling of the first disciples in Mt 4:18-22, Mk 1:16-20, Lk 5:1-11, Jn 1:35-51. Please…
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Jesus Comes to Galilee
Today we are joined by the Rev. John Uldrick, the Senior Pastor of First Baptist Church in Greenwood, S.C. We look at Jesus’ start in Galilee in Matthew…
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The Temptation of Christ
Today we look at Jesus’ temptation in Matthew 4:1-11, Mark 1:12-13, Luke 4:1-13. Questions for reflection: - Where have you encountered God this week? Readings…
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The Baptism of Jesus
Today we’re joined by Nathan Parker, Senior Pastor of Woodmont Baptist Church in Nashville, Tennessee. We look at Jesus’ baptism in Matthew 3:13-17, Mark…
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Jesus' Birth Narratives
Jesus’ Birth Narratives Merry Christmas (in September)! Today Dr. Tony joins us again as we look at Matthew 1-2 and Luke 1-2. Questions for reflection: - Where…
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An Inclusive Identity (Overview of Luke)
Today we dive into the Gospel of Luke. Questions for reflection: - Where have you encountered God this week? Readings for next week: Matthew 1 and Luke 1 Links…
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The Secret Identity (Overview of Mark)
Today we dive into the Gospel of Mark. We talk about identity, context, and the beginning of the Good News. Questions for reflection: - Where have you…
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The Identity Remix (Overview of Matthew)
Today we dive into the Gospel of Matthew. We look at oral tradition, context, and the same old stories we all remember. Questions for reflection: - Where have…
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The Other Side of Jesus (Welcome Back)
We’re back! Today we reconnect and reflect on this past summer, and set the stage for the Good News in store for this year. Questions for reflection: - Where…
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Writing and the Word - Murray Dunlap
Today we wrap up our summer series, where we interview authors. Next up, Murray Dunlap. Murray Dunlap’s work has appeared in countless magazines and journals…
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Writing and the Word - David Magee
Today we continue our summer series, where we interview authors. Next up, David Magee. David Magee is the bestselling author of the award-winning book Dear…
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Writing and the Word - Dorena Williamson
Today we continue our summer series, where we interview authors. Next up, Dorena Williamson. Williamson is a bestselling author who is passionate about showing…
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Writing and the Word - Liz Tichenor
Today we continue our summer series, where we interview authors. Next up, Liz Tichenor. The Rev. Tichenor has put down roots in the Bay Area but is originally…
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Writing and the Word - Matthew Paul Turner
Today we continue our summer series, where we interview authors. Next up, Matthew Paul Turner. Turner’s storied writing career started nearly 20 years ago, and…
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Writing and the Word - Harrison Scott Key
Today we kick off our summer series, where we interview authors. First up, Harrison Scott Key. Questions for reflection: - Where have you encountered God this…
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Knuckleheads of God (Malachi)
Knuckleheads of God (Malachi) Today we wrap up the Hebrew Scriptures, talking (once again) about our failures and God’s faithfulness. Questions for reflection…
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Servant of God (Obadiah)
Today we’re joined by the Rev. Katie Beaver, rector of St. John’s Episcopal Church in Congaree, S.C. We talk about pride, fear, and God’s judgment. Questions…
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Victory, Restoration, and Presence (Joel)
Today we’re joined by everyone’s favorite curate, the Rev. Gavin Tomlin. We talk about judgment, hope, and the end of all things. Questions for reflection: -…
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God Remembered (Zechariah)
Today we talk about dreams, visions, and small steps along the way. Questions for reflection: - Where have you encountered God this week? Readings for next…
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Rebuilding Something New (Haggai)
Today we talk about Haggai, and comfort, hope, and prophecy. Questions for reflection: - Where have you encountered God this week? Readings for next week…
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Comfort, Comfort Ye My People (Isaiah 40-55)
Today Dr. Tony joins us as we look at Second Isaiah, Deutero Isaiah, or whatever you want to call it. We talk about comfort, hope, and prophecy. Questions for…
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Judgment and Promise (Intro to the Exilic and Post-Exilic Prophets)
Today Dr. Tony joins us for an overview of the Exilic and Post-Exilic Prophets. Questions for reflection: - Where have you encountered God this week? Readings…
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The Worst Prophet (Jonah)
Today we’re joined by Garrett Ayers, associate rector at St. John’s Episcopal Church in Columbia, S.C. We talk about whales, enemies, and God’s unending love…
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God’s Love Doesn’t Run Out (Overview of Jonah)
Today Dr. Tony joins us for an overview of Jonah. We talk about the ways we try to run from God, and the lengths God goes to love us. Questions for reflection…