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
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Oct 10, 2019 • 42min
139: Theosabes
Marty Solomon and Brent Billings come back to the story of Saul and see what is impacting his experience and how that is calling him to impact the Greco-Roman world.Discussion Video for BEMA 139Paul’s First Missionary Journey — Bible History OnlineTranscript for BEMA 139Support The BEMA Podcast
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Oct 3, 2019 • 45min
138: Unclean Sheets
Explore the radical transformation of Saul, a fierce persecutor of early Christians, after his encounter with Jesus on the road to Damascus. Delve into the Jewish context of New Testament narratives and how they influence pivotal moments like Peter's vision of inclusivity. Witness the cultural tensions faced by early believers, particularly through the story of Cornelius and the shift towards embracing Gentiles. This journey highlights the evolving relationships within the early church and the challenges of redefining faith in a diverse world.
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Sep 26, 2019 • 32min
137: A Dry Tree
Marty Solomon and Brent Billings challenge listeners to consider our methods of advancing God’s agenda and the implications of this new king and new kingdom.Discussion Video for BEMA 137BEMA 64: 3 Isaiah — ServantTranscript for BEMA 137Support The BEMA Podcast
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Sep 19, 2019 • 34min
136: Each One
Marty Solomon and Brent Billings make observations about what this early church community was accomplishing together with the help of the Holy Spirit.Discussion Video for BEMA 136The Story #28: New Beginnings (‘Each One’ Rant) sermon — YouTubeTranscript for BEMA 136Support The BEMA Podcast
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Sep 12, 2019 • 29min
135: Uncut Corners
Marty Solomon and Brent Billings look at the opening of the book of Acts and the beginning of the Spirit-filled movement changing the course of human history.Discussion Video for BEMA 135Caesar’s Comet — WikipediaBEMA 22: Under the ChuppahBEMA 37: A Love StoryTranscript for BEMA 135Support The BEMA Podcast
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Sep 5, 2019 • 20min
134: Session 4 Intro
Marty Solomon and Brent Billings begin to see how God’s people apply the reality of Christ into their first-century contexts.Session 4 Intro Presentation (PDF)Donate to BEMA MinistryDonate to Marty or the General FundTranscript for BEMA 134Support The BEMA Podcast
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Sep 5, 2019 • 44min
133: Session 3 Capstone
Marty Solomon and Brent Billings hold the usual capstone conversation, concluding a journey through the gospels, and reviewing the story from Genesis to John.Session 3 Capstone Presentation (PDF)Bible Book Timeline by Roger SchmidgallHow to Survive a Shipwreck by Jonathan MartinTranscript for BEMA 133Support The BEMA Podcast
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Aug 29, 2019 • 30min
132: Go
Marty Solomon and Brent Billings bring the discussion of the Gospels to a close with a brief look at the resurrection and the great commission.Discussion Video for BEMA 132Living Hope sermon — YouTubeThe Final Week #7: Just One Hope sermon — YouTubeTranscript for BEMA 132Support The BEMA Podcast
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Aug 22, 2019 • 31min
131: Betrayal
Marty Solomon and Brent Billings examine the betrayals of Jesus and discuss which characters are involved in it.Discussion Video for BEMA 131BEMA 79: Silent Years — ZealotsFidelity of Betrayal by Peter RollinsTranscript for BEMA 131Support The BEMA Podcast
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Aug 15, 2019 • 32min
130: The Plot to Kill Jesus
Marty Solomon and Brent Billings examine the question of who brought about Jesus’s execution, acknowledging the different characters at play and the role they each had.Discussion Video for BEMA 130BEMA 76: Silent Years — SadduceesThe Last Week by Marcus J. Borg and John Dominic CrossanTranscript for BEMA 130Support The BEMA Podcast
