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.
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Jul 30, 2020 • 39min
179: Revelation — Waking Up in Sardis
Marty Solomon and Brent Billings explore the history and significance of the ancient city of Sardis, drawing connections to the message in the letter to the church. They discuss catastrophic events in Revelation, legends, invasions, and the call for the church in Sardis to awaken, repent, and strengthen what remains amidst chaos and deception.
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Jul 23, 2020 • 27min
178: Revelation — Thyatira and Her Jezebel
Exploring the cultural background of Thyatira in Revelation, the legacy of King Solomon's choices, divine commendations and admonitions in the letter to Thyatira, and the importance of cultural context in understanding the Book of Revelation.
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Jul 16, 2020 • 34min
177: Revelation — Pergamum and Satan’s Throne
Exploring the ancient city of Pergamum in Revelation, delving into its cultural and political significance, architectural wonders like tricliniums and asclapiion, healing rituals, symbolism, and the message to the church about perseverance amidst challenges, false teachings, and Satan's throne.
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Jul 9, 2020 • 20min
176: Revelation — Smyrna and Their Crown
Exploring the historical context and cultural significance of Smyrna, including its unique relationship with the Roman Empire and emphasis on death and resurrection. Discussing the church's endurance through poverty and persecution, highlighting the importance of faithfulness and the promise of victory and eternal life. Delving into Polycarp's role and the symbolism of 10 days in apocalyptic literature, along with the significance of crowns, the concept of the second death, and the encouragement provided in the letters to cities like Ephesus and Smyrna in the book of Revelation.
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Jul 2, 2020 • 17min
175: Revelation — Ephesus and Their First Love
Exploring the historical context of John's first letter in Revelation, the significance of Ephesus, the impact of Mount Vesuvius's eruption, the struggles of the early church in Ephesus, the concept of 'first love' in Revelation, and engaging with the BEMA experience.
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Jun 25, 2020 • 29min
174: Revelation — A Book for Its Time
Exploring apocalyptic literature in the Book of Revelation, the hosts dive into contextual understanding, recommending key resources like 'Christ and the Caesars' and exploring symbolism and connections to the Old Testament. They discuss the impact of beliefs on daily life, authorial intent, suffering as a backdrop, and intentional symbolism in ancient visions.
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Jun 18, 2020 • 24min
173: Jude — False Teachers
Exploring parallels between Jude and 2 Peter on false teachers leading astray through compromised values for wealth in Roman idolatry. Exposing false teachers perverting grace for immoral behavior and consequences of disobedience. Emphasizing studying the Bible canon, exploring Apocrypha and Book of Enoch. Jude unmasking false teachers through fallen angels, Nephilim, Sodom and Gomorrah stories, and critiquing their harmful actions.
Jun 11, 2020 • 15min
172: 3 John — Diotrephes
Marty Solomon and Brent Billings take a brief but meaningful and reflective journey through the short letter of 3 John, hearing the apostle warn the church about those who are trying to discredit and dismantle the faith.Discussion Video for BEMA 172BEMA 39: A King After God’s Own HeartTranscript for BEMA 172Support The BEMA Podcast
Jun 4, 2020 • 14min
171: 2 John — The “Woman”
Marty Solomon and Brent Billings hear the words of 2 John and toy with the question of who the woman is that John addresses his letter to.Discussion Video for BEMA 171Transcript for BEMA 171Support The BEMA Podcast
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May 28, 2020 • 20min
170: 1 John — Love and Truth
Marty Solomon and Brent Billings discuss the letter of 1 John and his insistence on the role that love plays in truth—and not the other way around.Discussion Video for BEMA 170Docetism — WikipediaTranscript for BEMA 170Support The BEMA Podcast
