The BEMA Podcast
BEMA Discipleship
The BEMA Podcast is a walk-through of the context of the Bible and the Text itself, as well as surrounding history. We deconstruct our common readings of the Bible and attempt to reconstruct them through the lens of historical context.
The main body of work is contained in Seasons 1–5, and we encourage you to start with episode 0 (or even -1) and continue in order through episode 204. Beyond that, we explore new topics, revisit old topics, and dive deeper into practical ways of living out the things we have learned together.
BEMA Discipleship is a ministry of Impact Campus Ministries.
The main body of work is contained in Seasons 1–5, and we encourage you to start with episode 0 (or even -1) and continue in order through episode 204. Beyond that, we explore new topics, revisit old topics, and dive deeper into practical ways of living out the things we have learned together.
BEMA Discipleship is a ministry of Impact Campus Ministries.
Episodes
Mentioned books
Jun 26, 2023 • 50min
339: The Chosen S3E3 — “Physician, Heal Yourself” (Bonus Episode)
The hosts discuss Jesus' relationship with Lazarus and the historical context of houses. They unpack the symbolism in the episode and explore Jesus' life from 12 to 30. The tension between God's plan and outsiders is examined, along with reflections on the previous episode. They also express curiosity about a leather bridle and desire for an expert analysis of accents in the show.
Jun 22, 2023 • 33min
338: Sabbath Reflection II — Love
Marty Solomon and Brent Billings continue through this series of reflection, working to apply the lessons of love from the Mishkan.Presentation for Sabbath Reflection II — Love (PDF)BEMA 326: Sanctuary — Entering the MishkanSupport The BEMA Podcast
Jun 19, 2023 • 45min
337: The Chosen S3E2 — “Two by Two” (Bonus Episode)
Marty Solomon and Brent Billings discuss the scene in The Chosen where the disciples are commissioned as apostles and sent out in pairs. The conversation explores the dynamics between Atticus and Quintus, Jesus' location on the Corazon plateau, conversations about recognition, family, and financial decisions, the unique perspective on love and marriage in the Jewish world, and the disciples' perspectives, focusing on Judas and Thomas.
Jun 15, 2023 • 33min
336: Sabbath Reflection I — Truth
Marty Solomon and Brent Billings start a series of reflection, working to apply the lessons of the Mishkan once again.Presentation for Sabbath Reflection I — Truth (PDF)BEMA 325: Sanctuary — Waking Up in the MishkanSupport The BEMA Podcast
Jun 12, 2023 • 52min
335: The Chosen S3E1 — “Homecoming” (Bonus Episode)
Marty Solomon and Brent Billings jump back into The Chosen with the first episode of Season 3.The ChosenThe Chosen (TV Series) — WikipediaThe Chosen (2017 TV Series) — IMDbBEMA 21: With All Your Soul & “Very”Machaerus — WikipediaSupport The BEMA Podcast
Jun 8, 2023 • 31min
334: Session 7 Intro
Marty Solomon and Brent Billings venture into new territory and approach the podcast with a different perspective for a season.“The Sabbath Year” by Marty SolomonSupport The BEMA Podcast
Jun 1, 2023 • 48min
333: Session 6 Capstone
Marty Solomon and Brent Billings wrap up Session 6 of the podcast and reflect on where we’ve been.Marty on GoodreadsThe Kingdom (Teaching Series) — Marty Solomon, YouTubeBook Tour Recap blog postBook Tour Recap on YouTubeBEMA 307: Tohu va Vohu (State of the Podcast)Support The BEMA Podcast
May 25, 2023 • 55min
332: Andrew DeCort — Flourishing on the Edge of Faith
Guest Andrew DeCort, author of Flourishing on the Edge of Faith, joins the hosts to discuss his background, books, and the connection between loving one's neighbor and flourishing. They explore his deep connection to Ethiopia, powerful stories from his book, and how living there influenced his understanding of Jesus' ministry. They also discuss the relevance of the Bible today and using a book as a curriculum for spiritual formation.
May 18, 2023 • 1h 47min
331: Sanctuary — Resting with the Mishkan
Brent Billings, Josh Bossé, and Elle Grover Fricks muse on the mysteries of rest and holiness, and conclude the anthology on the tabernacle.Presentation for Sanctuary — Resting with the Mishkan (PDF)Strong Bad Email #58: Dragon — YouTubeThe Sabbath by Abraham Joshua Heschel“When You Believe” from The Prince of Egypt — YouTube“Doubting Doubts” by Citizens & Saints — YouTubeSupport The BEMA Podcast
May 11, 2023 • 1h 58min
330: Sanctuary — Traversing the Mishkan
Brent Billings, Josh Bossé, and Elle Grover Fricks gather once again around the fire and wrestle with the radical implications of putting the Divine Image into practice.Presentation for Sanctuary — Traversing the Mishkan (PDF)“Man as the Image of God in Genesis in the Light of Ancient Near Eastern Parallels” by Edward Mason Curtis — University of Pennsylvania ScholarlyCommonsImage of God — WikipediaBEMA 248: Joy and Lot’s Untitled Wife w/ Elle Grover FricksSupport The BEMA Podcast
