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Bible Love: A Scripture Podcast

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Apr 08, 2021  |  

The Cloud of the Lord (Exodus 35-40)

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The Cloud of the Lord (Exodus 35-40)

Today we talk about where we've been (plagues, commandments, sabbath, and struggles) and where we're going (Leviticus, difficult scripture, and God's unyielding hope).

Questions for reflection this week:
- How do we see God's commandments (for behavior, worship, etc.) as gifts rather than restrictions?
- What does "the cloud of the Lord" mean to you? How do you envision God's presence?

Links mentioned in today's episode:
- Episcopal Church Evangelism Team
- Check us out on YouTube

Apr 01, 2021  |  

Idols (Exodus 32-34)

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Idols (Exodus 32-34)

Today we talk about our idols, God's anger, and how we rebuild the covenant.

Questions for reflection:
- What do you think about prayer? Does our wrestling with God, through prayer, change things? Can God's mind be changed?
- What are your idols? What are those things, or people, or parts of ourselves, in which we put too much trust and faith?

We'd love to hear your responses! Click here to drop us an email!

Links mentioned in today's episode:
- Episcopal Church Evangelism Team
- Check us out on YouTube

Mar 25, 2021  |  

Worship, Work, and Rest (Exodus 25-31)

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Worship, Work, and Rest (Exodus 25-31)

Today we talk about God's instructions for worship, our vocation, and the continual need for sabbath.

Links mentioned in today's episode:
- Check us out on YouTube
- Pastor, by Eugene Peterson

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Mar 18, 2021  |  

Wrestling With Hard Things (Exodus 21-24)

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Wrestling With Hard Things (Exodus 21-24)

Today we talk about slavery, murder, and the law code. But more importantly, we talk about wrestling with hard things and celebrating God's faithfulness.

Questions to ponder:
- How will you celebrate what God is doing in your life this week?
- How do you wrestle with difficulties in your life?

Links mentioned in today's show:
- Every Moment Holy (the book of prayers from which Mary Balfour read)
- Reverse Lectionary (so you can see the difficult scripture we skip on Sundays)

Mar 11, 2021  |  

Curb, Mirror, and Guide (Exodus 19-20)

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Curb, Mirror, and Guide (Exodus 19-20)

Today we read through Exodus 19-20, and talk about covenant, the law, and God's ever-present forgiveness when we mess up.
Links mentioned in today's episode:
  • Luther's Summary of the Law
  • Episode 1.05 - Covenant

Mar 04, 2021  |  

Tell Someone (Exodus 15-18)

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Tell Someone (Exodus 15-18)

Today we get through Exodus 15-18, and talk about God's continued provision, how we stay reminded of that provision, and how we share the Good News of that provision.

Feb 25, 2021  |  

Do Not Fear, Stand Firm, Be Still (Exodus 14)

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Do Not Fear, Stand Firm, Be Still (Exodus 14)

Today we are joined by Dr. Tony Hopkins, Senior Pastor of First Baptist Church in Greenwood, S.C. We talk about God's faithfulness, our trust, and walking through the parted waters.

Feb 18, 2021  |  

Eat and Remember (Exodus 12-13)

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Eat and Remember (Exodus 12-13)

Today we talked about the death of the first born, the Passover meal, and how our gatherings help us remember God's story (and our own).

Feb 11, 2021  |  

Return to Chaos (Exodus 7-11)

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Return to Chaos (Exodus 7-11)

Today we are joined by the Rev. Canon Dorian Del Priore, Canon for Mission & Evangelism at Trinity Cathedral in Columbia, S.C. We talk about the ways God calls people at every age and stage of life, how the Devil really doesn't like it when we pursue justice, and how God works in and through the chaos that often surrounds us.

Links mentioned in today's episode:
  • Did the 10 Plagues of Egypt Really Happen? (article from Time magazine)
  • His Truth is Marching On (biography of the Hon. John Lewis)

Feb 04, 2021  |  

That Old Camp Song (Exodus 6)

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That Old Camp Song (Exodus 6)

Today we talk about Moses' faith, our response to trouble, and God's faithfulness.

Links mentioned in today's episode:
  • The Hebrew Bible translation by Robert Alter
  • The NIV Student Bible (old timey version...)
  • Wedgwood Baptist Church (Fort Worth) shooting
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Jan 28, 2021  |  

Resting In Our Limitations (Exodus 4-5)

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Resting In Our Limitations (Exodus 4-5)

This week we're joined by The Rev. Sara C. Ardrey-Graves, Associate Rector of St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Winston-Salem, N.C. We talk about Moses and God, our power (and God's), and God using us because of (not in spite of) our limitations.

Jan 21, 2021  |  

God's Promise to Moses; God's Promise to Us (Exodus 3)

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God's Promise to Moses; God's Promise to Us (Exodus 3)

Today we talk about burning bushes, holy ground, and God's promise to Moses (and us).

Links mentioned in today's episode:
  • Good News Bible
  • Annie Vallotton (illustrator of the Good News Bible)
  • Dr. Tony Hopkins, Senior Pastor of First Baptist Church, Greenwood
  • Chrismons (the Christmas ornaments that Mary Balfour is making)
  • President Joe Biden's Bible

Jan 14, 2021  |  

Thank God for the Women (Exodus 1-2)

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Thank God for the Women (Exodus 1-2)

Today we move in to Exodus, with the story of Moses birth (and the events that led up to it). We talk about defying unjust leadership, the power of water, and the courage of women.

Links mentioned in this episode:
  • Presiding Bishop Michael Curry's sermon on Shiphrah and Puah
  • Walking on Water: Reflections on Faith & Art, by Madeleine L'Engle

Jan 07, 2021  |  

Dreams and Prayers (Genesis 37-50)

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Dreams and Prayers (Genesis 37-50)

We're back after a short Christmas break, and ready to go weekly! This week we look at Joseph's story, our dreams and prayers, and how God is with us in the midst of it all.

Links mentioned in this episode:
  • Help, Thanks, Wow: The Three Essential Prayers (by Anne Lamott)
  • Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

Dec 09, 2020  |  

Calling (Genesis 12-25)

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Calling (Genesis 12-25)

The Rev. Geoff Evans, rector of Holy Trinity Episcopal Church in Auburn, Alabama, joined us today to talk about Abram, his call, and God's call on our lives.

Links mentioned in this episode:
  • Two Priests in a Pod (Geoff's podcast)
  • The NIV Concordia Self-Study Bible
  • Desire of the Everlasting Hills, by Thomas Cahill
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Nov 25, 2020  |  

Covenant (Genesis 5-10)

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Covenant (Genesis 5-10)

What can the story of Noah and his family teach us about trust, relationship, and covenant?

Links mentioned in this episode:
  • The Hebrew Bible translation by Robert Alter
  • The CS Lewis Bible
  • Noah (2014 movie starring Russel Crowe)
  • Evan Almighty (2007 movie starring Steve Carrell)

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Nov 12, 2020  |  

Love Your Sibling (and yourself) (Genesis 4)

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Love Your Sibling (and yourself) (Genesis 4)

This week we are joined by the Rev. Kellie Wilson, Senior Associate Rector at Christ Church, Greenville, as we talk about Cain and Abel, sibling rivalry, and loving ourselves.

Links mentioned in this episode:
  • The New International Version translation
  • The Christian Standard Bible translation
  • The Life Application Study Bible
  • The CS Lewis Bible

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Oct 29, 2020  |  

Sin & Shame (Genesis 3)

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Sin & Shame (Genesis 3)

This week we talk about the Fall, the brokenness of the world, and the sin and shame that too often overwhelm us. But don't worry, there's still hope! We are still created in God's image and we still strive for reconciliation with God!

Links mentioned in this episode:
  • The CS Lewis Bible
  • The Voice translation

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Oct 14, 2020  |  

In The Beginning... (Genesis 1-2)

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In The Beginning... (Genesis 1-2)

Today we dig into the scriptures, starting...in the beginning. We discuss Genesis, creation, and God's love for all of us.

Have a question or comment? We'd love to hear from you! You can email us at [email protected].

Links mentioned in this episode:
  • The Jesus Storybook Bible

Oct 01, 2020  |  

Bible Love 1.01 - Introductions

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Bible Love 1.01 - Introductions

Bible Love is a conversation about scripture between Mary Balfour Dunlap (priest at Episcopal Church of the Resurrection in Greenwood, S.C.) and Alan Bentrup (priest on diocesan staff in the Episcopal Diocese of Upper South Carolina).

In this first episode, we get to know Mary Balfour and Alan, and set the stage for our journey together.

Links mentioned in this episode:
  • The Path: A Journey Through the Bible
  • Exploring the Bible (a study guide that follows The Path study)
  • Resurrection, Greenwood
  • Episcopal Diocese of Upper South Carolina

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