The Bible Brush-Up Podcast

Assyrian Prophets, Big Fish, and Jewish Comedy

In this episode we compare the writings of Jonah and Nahum to explore how God's communication with Assyria not only changed over the course of a century, but also how it was meant to effect the people of Judah indirectly. 

Weeping over Cisterns, Circumcision, and Sabbath Rest

In this episode, we explore the weeping prophet, Jeremiah, and evaluate some of the distinct nuances of his prophecies to Judah. 

The Shepherd Prophet and the One-Chapter Prophet

This episode explores Amos and Obadiah and looks at both the immediate and eschatological aspects of their messages

Hosea and Joel, Two Prophets, Two Nations, One Hope

This episode introduces the prophets Hosea and Joel and explores the ideas of judgment and redemption through the lens of their particular circumstances.

Who is the ”Servant” in Isaiah?

This episode explores some of the interpretive nuances to identifying the "servant" through a Christological lens.  

Isaiah’s Judgment-Passages

In this episode we are exploring the section of Isaiah that communicates God's coming judgment on the various countries and regions surrounding Israel and Judah. While these passages communicate an immediate judgment of God, it is a reminder of the eschatological judgment and comes with a reminder of hope.

Virgin Birth, Prophetic Names, and Recapitulation

This episode explores the context behind the virgin birth narrative that has become so well known in relation to the Christmas story. Did Isaiah know his statement was about Jesus? Are there other contextual themes to consider when interpreting this passage? Is "God with us" a good thing or bad thing? This and more in today's episode.

Isaiah’s Temple Vision, Seraphim, and God’s Unexpected Message

This episode explores the amazing encounter Isaiah has with God in the temple in Isaiah chapter 6. Why does he record this as during the "year Uzziah died"? What is a Seraphim? Why does God send the message that will harden the people's heart? These and other questions will be addressed in today's episode.

Isaiah’s Portrait of Judah’s Failure and the New Creation

This episode introduces the prophet Isaiah and examines the opening chapters of his prophetic book to the people of Judah. Here, he warns that Judah's sinfulness comes with consequences as it violates the Mosaic Covenant, yet God's judgment comes with the promise of better days ahead.

What is a prophet?

This episode introduces a new reading plan over the prophetic literature of scripture. Before jumping into the prophets it is important to understand what a prophet is and clear up some of the confusion surrounding these figures. This episode will seek to do just that.