In this episode, the author of Kings writes a theologically informed obituary for the nation of Israel. Alex, Jim, and Sam discuss 2 Kings 17.

In 2 Kings 16, Judah’s worst king to date takes the throne—what happens next is despicable and blasphemous. Alex, Jim, and Sam discuss.

In this episode of Bible Talk, the author serves up a sandwich made up of bad Israelite meat and good Judean bread.Bible Talk is brought to you by 9Marks and Southern Seminary. To learn more about Southern Seminary, visit https://www.sbts.edu

In this episode of Bible Talk, Alex, Jim, and Sam pivot to video, while Israel and Judah pivot toward civil war and eventual exile.

In 2 Kings 13, we get two evil reigns—Jehoahaz and Jehoash—and two weird things—which involve some misguided arrows and some life-giving bones. Alex, Jim, and Sam discuss.Subscribe to our new podcast, A Storm in the Desert.Bible Talk is brought to you by 9Marks and Southern Seminary. To learn more about Southern Seminary, visit sbts.edu.

As 2 Kings has gone on, it's been harder and harder to tell the difference between Israel and Judah. They intersected, and then they intermingled. So we might ask: Is there really any meaningful difference between the two?Alex, Jim, and Sam discuss 2 Kings 11–12.Subscribe to our new podcast, A Storm in the Desert.Bible Talk is brought to you by 9Marks and Southern Seminary. To learn more about Southern Seminary, visit sbts.edu.

In this episode of Bible Talk, Jim, Sam, and Alex talk about 2 Kings 10, where Jehu continues to administer justice to God's long-promised enemies.Subscribe to our new podcast, A Storm in the Desert.

Bible Talk is back for another season!In this episode, Jim, Sam, and Alex discuss 2 Kings 9 and the bloody end of Jezebel's wicked reign, which the Lord had promised years and years ago.Subscribe to our new podcast, A Storm in the Desert.

Dive into the intriguing world of 2 Kings 8, where the kings of Israel and Judah become almost indistinguishable. The discussion unpacks Jehu's role as a divine instrument and explores the complex narratives surrounding royal characters and their legacies. Emphasizing God's sovereignty, the talk also examines Hazael's rise amid the turmoil. You'll find fascinating insights into the often tragic path of prophecy, as Elisha's emotional depth reveals the weight of impending judgments and the intertwined fates of two kings named Joram.

Explore the excitement of visiting historical biblical sites in Turkey! Dive into the prophetic context of Elisha and the dynamics of 2 Kings, focusing on divine interventions like the floating axe head. Discover the powerful theme of angel armies as a sign of God's unwavering promises and support in battles. Hear the poignant tale of four lepers who turn desperation into hope by sharing their discovery during a famine. Uncover the irony in prophecy and the transformative grace that shapes the narrative of divine provision.