Bible Talk — A podcast by 9Marks & Southern Seminary
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A podcast by 9Marks and Southern Seminary, with Alex Duke, Sam Emadi & Jim Hamilton.To learn more about Southern Seminary, visit sbts.edu.
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Sep 25, 2024 • 29min
1 Kings 14: On Jeroboam's Incrementally Increasing Excrement and Another Exodus Reversal (Ep. 125)
As the prophet looks at the future of Jeroboam's dynasty, he doesn't see excitement; he sees excrement.In this episode of Bible Talk, Alex Duke chats with Jim Hamilton and Sam Emadi about 1 Kings 14.
Sep 18, 2024 • 50min
1 Kings 12:25–13:34: On Jeroboam’s Satellite Campus and Bootleg Religion (Ep. 124)
In this lively discussion, biblical scholars Alex Duke, Jim Hamilton, and Sam Emadi tackle the notorious figure of King Jeroboam. They dive into his 'bootleg religion' with golden calves that distorted true worship. The conversation highlights Jeroboam's alarming deviation from faith, paralleling his actions with historical biblical figures. They also explore themes of divine judgment, the dangers of false prophecy, and the critical need for obedience to God's word. Their insights reveal the spiritual drama behind Israel's tumultuous history.
Sep 11, 2024 • 27min
1 Kings 12:1–24: On Rehoboam’s Crass, Childish, and Pharoah-like Folly (Ep. 123)
In 1 Kings 12, the new King of Israel sure looks a lot like the old Pharaoh of Egypt. Alex Duke, Jim Hamilton, and Sam Emadi discuss.
Sep 4, 2024 • 52min
1 Kings 11: On King Solomon’s Downfall and the Problem with Living With Ourselves Every Day (Ep. 122)
Bible Talk is back! Alex Duke, Jim Hamilton, and Sam Emadi discuss 1 Kings 11 and the downfall of King Solomon.
Jun 26, 2024 • 31min
1 Kings 10: On the Queen of Sheba Losing Her Breath at Solomon’s Blessed Reign and Burgeoning Roth IRA (Ep. 121)
When the Queen of Sheba shows up, Solomon’s reign takes her breath away. His people are blessed, his coffers are full, and she seems to trust the Lord. But is this the beginning of the end?Alex Duke chats with Jim Hamilton and Sam Emadi about 1 Kings 10.
Jun 19, 2024 • 27min
1 Kings 9: On When Prophecy Becomes Past, Which Explains the Present (Ep. 120)
When we read the Old Testament, we’re tempted to see characters as either all good or all bad. But when we get to 1 Kings 9 and see Solomon’s interactions with Hiram the King of Tyre, well, it’s more complicated than that.Alex Duke, Jim Hamilton, and Sam Emadi discuss.
Jun 12, 2024 • 37min
1 Kings 8:31–66: On Blessings and Benedictions and Barbecues (Ep. 119)
The glory of the LORD has filled the Temple. So . . . now what? How do God's people actually use it? In this episode of Bible Talk, Alex Duke chats with Jim Hamilton about 1 Kings 8:31–66, which doubles as a kind of user's manual for the temple.
May 29, 2024 • 37min
1 Kings 8:1–30: On the Glory of YHWH Filling the House of YHWH (Ep. 118)
The biblical storyline takes a leap forward when the LORD’s glory fills the Temple. While this moment is significant, it also becomes clear that the Temple isn’t the end goal.Listen to Alex Duke, Jim Hamilton, and Sam Emadi discuss 1 Kings 8:1–30.
May 22, 2024 • 41min
1 Kings 6:2–7:51: On the Extraordinary Architecture of the Ark for the Ark (Ep. 117)
The Lord's presence has more or less been a nomad since Genesis 3. But with the temple, he's about to have a permanent address (kind of). In this episode of Bible Talk, Alex Duke chats with Jim Hamilton and Sam Emadi about 1 Kings 6–7.
May 1, 2024 • 32min
1 Kings 6:1: Yep, A Whole Episode on Just One Verse (Ep. 116)
Jim Hamilton had a wild idea to do a whole episode on 1 Kings 6:1. They discuss burn layers, interpretive priority, and even reference Indiana Jones in this unique conversation.
