The Ten Minute Bible Hour Podcast
Matt Whitman
Welcome to the Ten Minute Bible Hour Podcast where we pick a Bible a work our way through it a little bit each day! You can start with today's episode or go back to the beginning of any of these five seasons:Season 1 - Matthew (Began October, 2019 - Episodes 1-800)Season 2 - One Book of the Bible Per Day (Began January, 2023)Season 3 - Esther (Began April 9, 2023)Season 4 - Nehemiah (Began January 1, 2024)Season 5 - Galatians (Began August 26, 2024)Season 6 - Philemon (CURRENT SEASON Began October 19, 2025)You can also check out the daily audio-only podcast on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@TenMinuteBibleHourMore About the Show: I'm Matt, and if you're interested in understanding the Bible better and you prefer your Christianity quick and punchy with a healthy side of humor, and an equally healthy side of me not telling you what to do, we're probably going to get along great. This is my podcast where we pick a book of the Bible and then break it down one part at a time every weekday morning.
Episodes
Mentioned books
Nov 6, 2023 • 13min
EST151 - God-Fearing is Like Being Into Country Music But Not Wearing the Hat and Boots
They discuss their experience with country music. Exploring the concept of being an outsider who fears the God of Abraham in the Old Testament. Exploring the presence of God Fears in Asia Minor during the Achaemenid Empire.
Nov 3, 2023 • 13min
EST150 - Fear Made Them Convert, and I, For One, Respect It
The podcast discusses the role of fear in spiritual journey and encountering God. It explores the crisis of understanding in Esther chapter eight and how fear leads to conversion. The hosts also discuss understanding God's power and responding with awe. They touch on conversion motivated by fear and share exciting upcoming projects.
Nov 2, 2023 • 13min
EST149 - Why Are Susa and the Jews Celebrating Like They've Won When They Haven't Even Had the Fight Yet?
A reflection on the rare moment of unified celebrations in Susa, the Jews' happiness and confidence in the face of war, the impact of past events on people's perception of the God of the Jews, and the presence of God and anticipation in the upcoming battle.
Nov 1, 2023 • 14min
EST148 - The Whole City of Susa Views This Turn of Events as a Morally Unambiguous Gigantic Win and They Are Celebrating Without Reservation
The podcast explores the celebration and lack of hesitation among the Jews in response to an edict granting them the right to defend themselves. It discusses the authorization for the Jews to retaliate and the discussion on calendar reform. The city of Sousa celebrates joyously, highlighting the positive relationship between the Jews and their neighbors. The significance of colors and the multicultural celebration in Sousa are also explored. The podcast ends with a discussion on how the people of Susa celebrate the turn of events.
Oct 31, 2023 • 14min
EST147 - God Keeps Refusing to Let His Chosen People Jump Off of the Metaphorical Lawn Ladder and He's at it Again in Esther
The podcast explores the preservation of Abraham's lineage and the measures taken to ensure its survival. It also discusses how God intervenes in the lives of His chosen people and saves them from impending demise. The focus shifts to Esther chapter eight, where God's redemptive plan is at risk of destruction but is ultimately preserved through His intervention.
Oct 30, 2023 • 14min
EST146 - Though I Find Esther Chapter 8 Very Somber, the Tone of the Text is Jubilation and Celebration at the Prospect of Ultimate Deliverance
The podcast explores the implications of a violent edict in the Book of Esther, the ongoing conflict with the Amalekites, and the redemptive plan that protects the Jews. It discusses the jubilation and celebration of ultimate deliverance for God's chosen people, and delves into the celebratory tone of Esther Chapter 8, highlighting the significant victory portrayed in the text.
Oct 27, 2023 • 14min
EST145 - There's No Softening the Violent Reality of the Situation Unfolding in Esther Chapter 8
This episode of the podcast discusses the violent reality in Esther Chapter 8 and explores the original edict restricting the Jewish people. They analyze the different perspectives on how to fight back, reflecting on non-retribution and violence in the context of Esther Chapter 8. The episode also examines the dilemma faced by Christians when it comes to using violence to protect loved ones and reflects on the interpretation of Jesus' teachings on pacifism.
Oct 26, 2023 • 12min
EST144 - Time to Triple Stamp the Double Stamp
In this podcast, Mortek and Esther brainstorm ways to countermand an authorized edict allowing the Persians to kill Jews. Listeners propose solutions to bureaucratic obstacles. The edict granting Jews the right to defend themselves is explored, as well as the consequences of having an incompetent leader.
Oct 25, 2023 • 12min
EST143 - We're Starting a New Thread, but This Time We're Ccing the Jews
Exploring the challenges faced by Mordecai and Esther, the specific dates and orders mentioned in the book of Esther, the political hierarchy and communication strategy in the Persian Empire, the use of Hebrew script and language by Jews, and the reversal in power dynamics as the Jews become the recipients of edicts.
Oct 24, 2023 • 12min
EST142 - What Edict Would You Write If You Had the King's Ring? It's Harder Than it Looks, Right?
This podcast explores potential solutions to the problem faced by Mordecai and Esther in the Book of Esther chapter 8, including organizing a Jewish party and implementing weapon limitations. It analyzes the original edict issued by Haman to destroy all the Jews and examines the options available to Mordecai and Esther to counter it. The podcast also explores possible solutions to King Xerxes' problem, including seeking help from the Reddit community, and introduces a counter edict granting the Jews permission to defend themselves.
