Historical Jesus
This podcast explores the monumental saga of the life and times of Jesus of Nazareth, as well as the faith, religion, and church founded to honor his acts and teachings. Host Mark Vinet takes listeners on a fascinating journey through the stories of the Bible and Christian theology, literature, architecture, music, and art inspired by Jesus Christ.
Episodes
Testament 13. Gospel of Mark (Chapter 13)
We continue the Gospel of Mark's fast-moving account of the fascinating life of Jesus of Nazareth. Gospel of Mark available at https://amzn.to/3X3m9Ba Historical Jesus books available at https://amzn.to/43rnYbq &n
TESTAMENT 56. Acts of the Apostles (Chapter 8)
The Book of ACTS continues the story of Christianity and is the fifth book of the New Testament. It recounts the founding of the Christian Church and the spread of its message across the Roman Empire. Breathe Bible Audio CD available at https://amzn.to/3CPRa4x The Acts of the Apostles book available at https://amzn.to/3M6sTId Historical Jesus books available at https://amzn.to/43rnYbq  
Extra 22. Ponce de Leon's Fountain of Youth
STORY of AMERICA 🇺🇸 God, gold, and glory motivated European nations to explore and create colonies in America. In 1513, Spanish Conquistador Ponce de Leon sailed from Puerto Rico to the Bimini Islands in the Bahamas searching for the fabled Fountain of Youth. He was unsuccessful but became the first European to set foot on current United States soil and explore Florida. Enjoy this HISTORICAL JESUS
EXTRA 127. Mexico City, Mayans, and Atlantis
STORY of AMERICA 🇺🇸 Established as a New World colonial capital on the remnants of the mighty Aztec metropolis of Tenochtitlan, Mexico City was the seat of Spanish political power in the early 1600s. Also, let’s backtrack to ancient times on the continent in search of The Lost Civilization of Atlantis, and how Mexico’s Mesoamerican Mayans are connected with this fascinating mystery. Ch
Parable of the Talents
Compelling look at the Gospel of Matthew 25:14-30 telling of Jesus' teachings of the Parable of the Talents where a master entrusts his wealth to three servants before a long journey, giving them varying amounts according to their abilities. E240. Hearing Jesus podcast available at https://amzn.to/3QLEpee Rachel Grohl books available at www.rachelgrohl.com Gospel of Matthew available at htt
366. Stigmata of Francis
September 17 is The Feast of the Stigmata of St. Francis of Assisi. This feast day honors the moment St. Francis received the stigmata—bodily marks resembling the crucifixion wounds of Jesus Christ. St. Francis received the wounds in September 1224 while praying and fasting on Mount La Verna in Tuscany, Italy. St. Francis is the first historically recorded person to bear the stigmata. The ev
LITERATURE 1.28 Quest of the Historical Jesus (Chapter 8.4)
Albert Schweitzer (1875-1965) gives us one of the first historical treatments of the life of Jesus in his pioneering book (1906) that reviews all prior work on the question of the "historical Jesus" and points out how Jesus of Nazareth's image has changed with the times—while offering his own synopsis and interpretation in this seminal work of biblical criticism. Quest of the Historical Jes
Our Lady of Sorrows
September 15 celebrates annually The Feast of Our Mother or Lady of Sorrows. This memorial honors the Mary and her profound suffering and grief during the life, passion, and death of her son, Jesus. The day commemorates seven key moments of deep maternal pain and sorrow in Mary's life, known as The Seven Sorrows of Mary: which are as follows: the Prophecy of Simeon who foretells that a sword will
365. Albert of Jerusalem
September 14 is the annual commemoration of Saint Albert of Jerusalem (1149-1214). A group of Christian hermits settled on Mount Carmel—the biblical site associated with the Prophet Elijah (900-850 BC). These hermits built a chapel dedicated to Mary and eventually became known as the Brothers of Our Lady of Mount Carmel. They viewed Mary as their spiritual mother and the "Lady of the place,"
364. Exaltation of the Cross
September 14 is the annual celebration of the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross commemorates the discovery of the True Cross by St. Helena, the dedication of the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, and the cross as the triumphant symbol of salvation, transforming an instrument of torture into a sign of victory. The Feast honors the Cross upon which Jesus was crucified to redeem the world from si
363. Rosh Hashanah
As a devout Jewish man living in first-century Judea, Jesus observed the biblical holiday known in the Torah as Yom Teruah (the Feast of Trumpets), which later developed into modern Rosh Hashanah, lasting for 48 hours (two days) in September or October. Ben Shapiro books available at https://link.amazon/B081GJYLi The Ben Shapiro Show at https://link.amazon/B06jwYLee The Daily Morning Wire at http
Name of Mary (Holy Day)
The Feast of the Most Holy Name of the Blessed Virgin Mary is a liturgical celebration held annually on September 12. The celebration began in Spain in 1513. Pope Innocent XI extended it to the entire Western Church in 1683 to thank Our Lady for the victory of Poland over the Ottoman Empire at the Battle of Vienna. The name Mary derives from the Hebrew Miryam or Aramaic Maryam. The name is honored
Parable of the Ten Virgins
Gospel of Matthew 25:1-13 relates Jesus' teachings of the Parable of the Ten Virgins comparing the kingdom of heaven to bridesmaids waiting for a bridegroom. Five virgins were wise and had extra oil for their lamps, while five were foolish and ran out of oil. When the bridegroom arrived late, the foolish virgins went to buy more oil and missed the wedding, while the wise virgins were welcomed in.
Six Theologies
Let’s define several major strands of theological study that have been prominent throughout church history, including Biblical, Historical, Systematic, Dogmatic, Elenctic, and Doxology. E238. 5 Minutes in Church History podcast at https://amzn.to/3BoedCq Stephen J. Nichols books at https://amzn.to/3IF19MG Christian Theology books at https://amzn.to/481a31s ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus epis
362. Anne and Joachim
September 9 annually celebrates The Synaxis of Saints Joachim and Anne, the birth parents of Mary, and the maternal grandparents of Jesus — according to long-standing Christian tradition and ancient apocryphal texts, as they are not named in the canonical Gospels. Synaxis is a Greek term that means a "gathering" or "assembly" for religious worship. Eastern Orthodox and certain Eastern Cathol
361. Nativity of Mary (commemoration)
September 8 annually celebrates The Feast of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary. The date (marked on Roman Catholic Church, Byzantine Orthodox Church, and many Protestant Anglican & Lutheran calendars) falls exactly nine months after the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception on December 8, which marks Mary's conception. Most saints are remembered on the anniversary of their death (their
EXTRA 126. Labor Day SPECIAL
STORY of AMERICA 🇺🇸 September 7 (Labor Day in the USA) is an opportunity to examine the concepts of work, property and ownership during the early settlement of America in Jamestown and Plymouth colonies. Work & Labor in Early America. HNAe254. Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/Ze_80fhoFVk which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelin
The Father and working Sons parable (Labor Day SPECIAL)
September 7 is Labor Day, so let's revisit Jesus telling the story of a father who asks his two sons to work in his vineyard in the Gospel of Matthew (21:28-32). The first son initially refuses but later changes his mind and works. The second son agrees to work but then doesn't. The father's will is done by the first son, who repents and obeys, while the second son, who makes a false commitment, d
360. Eleutherius
The feast day of Saint Eleutherius the Abbot at Spoleto—the 6th-century Italian monk and friend of Pope Gregory the Great—is celebrated on September 6. Truth Unites podcast with Gavin Ortlund at https://amzn.to/4pccMeh Gavin Ortlund books available at https://amzn.to/44HlMj9 What It Means to Be Protestant by Gavin Ortlund at https://amzn.to/3Y0xqlq Books about Gregory
359. Mother Teresa
Mother Teresa of Calcutta was one of the most admired humanitarians and influential figures of the twentieth century. Mother Teresa died in 1997, at the age of 87 from cardiac arrest and heart failure following years of declining health. She breathed her last, in her tiny, humble room at the Missionaries of Charity motherhouse in Calcutta. She was canonized as a saint in 2016. Catholic Saints pod
Historical Revisionism
Searching for the Historical Jesus requires mastering various academic disciplines. A core concept in historiography, historical revisionism is the reinterpretation of a historical account that usually involves challenging the established, accepted or traditional views held by scholars about a historical event or time-span or phenomenon, introducing new or contrary evidence, or restating the motiv
358. Gregory the Great
The feast day of Saint Gregory the Great (540-604) is celebrated on September 3 (anniversary of his ordination as pope in 590 AD) in the Roman Catholic Church and on March 12 (the date of his death) in the Eastern Orthodox Church and Protestant Anglican & Lutheran Churches. Truth Unites podcast with Gavin Ortlund at https://amzn.to/4pccMeh Gavin Ortlund books available at https://amzn.to
357. St. Brocard Feast Day
September 2 is the annual commemoration of Saint Brocard (1170-1231). A group of Christian hermits led by St. Brocard settled on Mount Carmel—the biblical site associated with the Prophet Elijah (900-850 BC). These hermits built a chapel dedicated to Mary and eventually became known as the Brothers of Our Lady of Mount Carmel. They viewed Mary as their spiritual mother and the "Lady of the p
356. The Jesus Prayer
For two millennia, the holy men and women of Eastern Christianity have built lives of reflection, humility, and constant connection to God around a simple sentence, the Jesus Prayer. Mysteries of the Jesus Prayer by Norris J. Chumley at https://amzn.to/4xvy4Yr Books about The Jesus Prayer available at https://amzn.to/4gGk ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episodes, and Extra materials when jo
355. Joseph of Arimathea
August 31 is the annual Feast Day of Saint Joseph of Arimathea, a member of the Sanhedrin and secret disciple who bravely took the body of Jesus down from the cross and placed it in a new tomb. He is the patron of funeral directors and pallbearers. Truth Unites podcast with Gavin Ortlund at https://amzn.to/4pccMeh Gavin Ortlund books available at https://amzn.to/44HlMj9 What It Means to Be Protes
Testament 12. Gospel of Mark (Chapter 12)
We continue the Gospel of Mark's fast-moving account of the fascinating life of Jesus of Nazareth. Gospel of Mark available at https://amzn.to/3X3m9Ba Historical Jesus books available at https://amzn.to/43rnYbq &n
TESTAMENT 55. Acts of the Apostles (Chapter 7.2)
The Book of ACTS continues the story of Christianity and is the fifth book of the New Testament. It recounts the founding of the Christian Church and the spread of its message across the Roman Empire. Breathe Bible Audio CD available at https://amzn.to/3CPRa4x The Acts of the Apostles book available at https://amzn.to/3M6sTId Historical Jesus books available at https://amzn.to/43rnYbq  
John the Baptist, Passion scripture
The Gospels relate the story of The Passion (or Beheading) of Saint John the Baptist; Gospel of Luke (3:3-6/19-20, 9:7-9) and Gospel of Mark (6:1-29). The Feast Day of the Passion of John the Baptist is commemorated annually on August 29. HJSe35. Gospel of Luke available at https://amzn.to/3M6sTId Gospel of Mark available at https://amzn.to/3X3m9Ba John the Baptist books available at https://amzn
354. Passion of John the Baptist
The Feast of the Passion (or Beheading) of Saint John the Baptist is commemorated annually on August 29. It marks the martyrdom and death of John the Baptist, unlike his other major feast on June 24, which celebrates his birth. The word "passion" comes from the Latin word passio, which means "suffering" or "enduring." Christians believe John the Baptist's death mirrors Christ's ultimate sacri
E275. Augustine of Hippo
Widely revered across the spectrum of Western Christianity—including by Catholics, Protestants, and Anglicans—Saint Augustine (354-430) is one of the most influential Church Fathers and theologians. 5 Minutes in Church History podcast at https://amzn.to/3BoedCq Saint Augustine books available at https://amzn.to/3ZpyqQT Saint Monica books at https://amzn.to/4rDEHof Saint Ambrose
353. Augustine’s mother Monica
August 26 is the annual Feast Day of Saint Monica (332-87), Augustine of Hippo’s mother, and an early North African Christian saint best known for her unwavering faith and the 17 years she spent praying for the conversion of her son, Saint Augustine (354-430), who is one of the most influential Church Fathers and theologians. Saint Augustine books available at https://amzn.to/3ZpyqQT Saint
LITERATURE 1.27 Quest of the Historical Jesus (Chapter 8.3)
Albert Schweitzer (1875-1965) gives us one of the first historical treatments of the life of Jesus in his pioneering book (1906) that reviews all prior work on the question of the "historical Jesus" and points out how Jesus of Nazareth's image has changed with the times—while offering his own synopsis and interpretation in this seminal work of biblical criticism. Quest of the Historical Jes
E236. Pericope Adulterae
The Woman Caught in Adultery (adulterae) is a New Testament passage (pericope) that relates a message of mercy and forgiveness balanced with a call to holy living have endured in Christian thought. Both "let him who is without sin cast the first stone" and "go, and sin no more" have found their way into common usage. The English idiomatic phrase to "cast the first stone" is derived from this passa
Bartholomew Apostle Feast Day
Celebrated annually on August 24 by the Catholic Church, the Church of England, and other Western Christian traditions to honor Bartholomew the Apostle. Often identified as Nathanael from the Gospel of John, an early follower introduced to Jesus by Philip. He Preached the Gospel in regions including India, Mesopotamia, Egypt, and Armenia. Tradition holds he was martyred in Armenia by being flayed
Testament 11. Gospel of Mark (Chapter 11)
We continue the Gospel of Mark's fast-moving account of the fascinating life of Jesus of Nazareth. Gospel of Mark available at https://amzn.to/3X3m9Ba Historical Jesus books available at https://amzn.to/43rnYbq &n
TESTAMENT 54. Acts of the Apostles (Chapter 7.1)
The Book of ACTS continues the story of Christianity and is the fifth book of the New Testament. It recounts the founding of the Christian Church and the spread of its message across the Roman Empire. Breathe Bible Audio CD available at https://amzn.to/3CPRa4x The Acts of the Apostles book available at https://amzn.to/3M6sTId Historical Jesus books available at https://amzn.to/43rnYbq  
Extra 21. Circumnavigation of the Globe
STORY of AMERICA 🇺🇸 Ferdinand Magellan's 1519-22 expedition was the first known circumnavigation of the Earth. The Portuguese explorer’s epic voyage opened trade routes connecting much of the world, including America. Enjoy this HISTORICAL JESUS Extra. Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/SZKSM8ZVxQ4 which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, tim
EXTRA 125. Indian Massacre of 1622
STORY of AMERICA 🇺🇸 Warriors of the Powhatan paramount chiefdom of Tsenacommacah launched a deadly military offensive against English settlers in Virginia on March 22, 1622. English retaliation resulted in a tragic, decade-long conflict that led to destruction and suffering and redefined Powhatan-English relations in the colony. Check out the YouTube version of this episode at
Queenship of Mary (Biblical foundation)
Celebrated annually on August 22, the eighth day (the octave) after the Solemnity of the Assumption (August 15), the Queenship of the Blessed Virgin Mary is an official liturgical feast day linking Mary's bodily assumption into heaven with her coronation as queen. Established in 1954 by Pope Pius XII, the day honors Mary as the Mother of Jesus, designated by Christians as the King of Kings, and re
352. Psalm 23 (part 3/3)
Let’s conclude exploring the rich meaning and transcendent comfort of the world’s best known and most loved poem, Psalm 23. The Lord Is My Shepherd by Robert J. Morgan available at https://amzn.to/4zmmQXp Oasis Worship music available at https://amzn.to/3SBdGpu Music by Stuart Townend available at https://amzn.to/4hCpxxI ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episodes, and Extra materials when
351. Psalm 23 (part 2/3)
Let’s continue exploring the rich meaning and transcendent comfort of the world’s best known and most loved poem, Psalm 23. The Lord Is My Shepherd by Robert J. Morgan available at https://amzn.to/4zmmQXp Music by Sounds Like Reign available at https://amzn.to/4gyzew2 Music by Stuart Townend available at https://amzn.to/4hCpxxI ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episodes, and Extra materia
350. Psalm 23 (part 1/3)
Let’s explore the rich meaning and transcendent comfort of the world’s best known and most loved poem, Psalm 23. The Lord Is My Shepherd by Robert J. Morgan available at https://amzn.to/4zmmQXp Music by Stuart Townend available at https://amzn.to/4hCpxxI ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episodes, and Extra materials when joining our growing community on https://patreon.com/markvine
E235. Story of the Adulteress
Jesus and the Woman taken in Adultery is a story found in the Gospel of John. There is, however, a broad academic consensus that the passage is a later interpolation added after the earliest known manuscripts of the Gospel of John. Nevertheless, many scholars conclude that the story does record an actual event in the life of Jesus and believe it was a well-known story circulating in the oral tradi
Dormition (Gospel example)
The Gospels of Mark (5:21–43) and Luke (8:40–56) present the story of Jairus and his 12-year-old daughter whom Jesus raised from the dead. Some biblical scholars interpret this event as Jesus seeing death as a falling asleep, informing Christians how their transition from one world to the next is seen from God’s perspective. God sees death as a Dormition in anticipation of the gr
Assumption of Mary (Biblical foundation)
Chapter 12 from the Book of Revelation describes a "woman clothed with the sun" who gives birth to a male child, which some Christian interpreters view as a symbolic representation of Mary crowned in heavenly glory, thereby providing biblical foundation and support for the Assumption of Mary. Chapter-A-Day Audio Bible available at https://amzn.to/4i2XdlE John Stange books available at http
EXTRA 124. Victory over Japan anniversary
STORY of AMERICA 🇺🇸 VJ Day marks the day the Empire of Japan surrendered in 1945, which ended World War II (1939-45). August 14-15, 1945: Japan announced its intent to surrender, and Emperor Hirohito's surrender speech was broadcast, leading to massive celebrations in the USA, Canada, UK, Australia, and other Allied nations. September 2, 1945: The formal signing of the surrender documents took pla
349. Assumption
August 15 is the annual Feast of the Bodily Assumption of Mary (aka Solemnity of the Assumption / The Dormition of the Theotokos). It commemorates the "falling asleep" (death), resurrection, and bodily assumption into heaven of the Virgin Mary, the Mother of God. The day thus honors Mary entering heaven. Christian denominations that celebrate the Feast include Roman Catholics, Eastern Orthodox, Or
348. Christian Discoverer of Canada
Let’s conclude the fascinating saga of Catholic sailor Jacques Cartier’s voyages to what would soon be Christian New France. The Kingdom of Saguenay was a fanciful, mythical country rich in gold and diamonds supposedly located, according to the Natives, inland of present-day Quebec City. Cartier tried in vain to reach this realm on several occasions. From 1541 to 43 France attempted to
347. God, Diamonds, and Baptisms
Christian voyager Jacques Cartier (1491-1557) led his third and last expedition to the St.-Lawrence river valley in 1541. A new headquarters was established a few miles upstream from the Amerindian village of Stadacona, near the present site of Quebec City. This time Cartier was to be followed by Jean Francois de la Rocque, sieur de Roberval, with a party of colonists. After a wait which lasted th
346. Holy Riverbank Cross
16th century Christian adventurer Jacques Cartier (1491-1557) and his followers passed a bitter winter with the help of Iroquoian Chief Donnacona at Stadacona. Many of his party died from cold and scurvy before he could set sail for France the following spring in 1536 after erecting a cross near the river, praying for the intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary, and offering baptism to the local i
345. Christian Explorer
Religious zeal motivated the rulers of European nations to explore and create colonies in North America and to convert the native peoples and sanctify Christian global dominance in the name of Jesus. Catholic navigator Jacques Cartier sailed the Saint Lawrence River (which he named) encountering Lake St-Peter and Nun’s Island. Along the way he visited the future ‘steeples & spires&
344. God, Gold, and Glory
European nations explored and created colonies in North America, motivated by God, Gold, and Glory. Particularly in the strongly Catholic nations of Spain, Portugal and France, religious zeal motivated the rulers to convert the native peoples and sanctify Christian global dominance in the name of Jesus. Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/TnSJy8BKjp4 which has accompa
343. Saint Lawrence namesake
The first European explorer known to have sailed up the St. Lawrence River itself was Jacques Cartier. At that time, the land along the river was inhabited by the St. Lawrence Iroquoians. Because Cartier arrived in the estuary on Saint Lawrence's feast day of August 10th, 1535, he named it the Gulf of Saint Lawrence and the St. Lawrence River. Check out the YouTube version of this episode at
342. Lawrence, Saint or River?
Many place names throughout the continent were inspired by Christianity. For example, The mighty St-Lawrence River is the namesake of the early Christian, Laurence of Rome (225-258 AD). Saint Lawrence was one of the seven deacons of the city of Rome, under Pope Sixtus the Second, who were martyred in the persecution of the Christians that the Roman Emperor Valerian ordered in 258 AD. His annual Fe
341. Gaspe Cross
Jacques Cartier planted a 30-foot wooden cross overlooking the bay of Gaspé (Quebec, Canada) on his first exploration trip in the Gulf of St. Lawrence. This act symbolized the ownership of the territory on behalf of the French Catholic King, Francis I, on July 24th, 1534. Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/aXZkwrI3V10 which has accompanying visuals including m
340. "Most Christian King" Francis I
French Catholic King Francis dispatches an expedition under skilled Christian mariner Jacques Cartier to the New World to spread Christianity and search for treasures and a Northwest passage to the riches of the Orient. Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/TjpOlzwhocw which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams.
339. Jacques Cartier, Christian
Cartier (1491-1557) grew up in the Catholic port city of Saint-Malo in France where he acted frequently as a godfather and witness in local church baptismal registries. He sailed under the authority of the "Most Christian King" Francis I and voyaged under official royal mandates that explicitly tied French exploration to the service of Catholic Christendom. Cartier famously planted a 30-foot cross
EXTRA 123. Hiroshima & Nagasaki anniversary
STORY of AMERICA 🇺🇸 In 1945, the U.S. military dropped two atomic bombs on Hiroshima (August 6) and Nagasaki (August 9), bringing about the end of World War II, thereby potentially saving the lives of hundreds of thousands of American military personnel, as well as Japanese soldiers and civilians over the course of a drawn out invasion of the Japanese islands. Check out the YouTube versions of thi
E234. Parable of the Mustard Seed
The Gospel of Mark (Chapter 4) describes the kingdom of heaven as being like a tiny mustard seed that grows into a large tree. It symbolizes that the kingdom of God, though it may start small, will grow and become a significant and powerful force. Enjoy this ENCORE Presentation! Hearing Jesus podcast available at https://amzn.to/3QLEpee Rachel Grohl books available at www.rachelgrohl.com Gospel o
The Transfiguration (Feast Day scripture)
August 6 is the annual commemoration of the Transfiguration. where Jesus reveals his divine glory to Peter, James, and John on a high mountain. His face and clothes shine with radiant light as he converses with Moses and Elijah, representing the Law and Prophets. A divine voice declares him the "Son" and instructs the disciples to listen to him. Readings from the Gospel of Mark 1:9-15 and the Gosp
338. Transfiguration
A pivotal New Testament event (Matthew 17:1–13, Mark 9:2–13, Luke 9:28–36) is The Transfiguration, where Jesus reveals his divine glory to Peter, James, and John on a high mountain. His face and clothes shine with radiant light as he converses with Moses and Elijah, representing the Law and Prophets. A divine voice declares him the "Son" and instructs the disciples to listen to h
337. Basilica of Saint Mary Major
On August 5, the Catholic Church annually celebrates the Optional Memorial of the Dedication of the Basilica of Saint Mary Major, Santa Maria Maggiore, one of the four most illustrious churches of Rome, along with St. John Lateran, St. Peter, and St. Paul Outside the Walls, and Christendom’s first Marian shrine for pilgrims. An annual feast commemorates a miracle of the snowfall that occurre
LITERATURE 1.26 Quest of the Historical Jesus (Chapter 8.2)
Albert Schweitzer (1875-1965) gives us one of the first historical treatments of the life of Jesus in his pioneering book (1906) that reviews all prior work on the question of the "historical Jesus" and points out how Jesus of Nazareth's image has changed with the times—while offering his own synopsis and interpretation in this seminal work of biblical criticism. Quest of the Historical Jes
E233. Parable of the Lamp
The Gospel of Mark (Chapter 4) emphasizes the importance of sharing the wisdom of God's word, the slow process of spiritual growth, and the significance of faith growing over time. Enjoy this ENCORE Presentation! Hearing Jesus podcast available at https://amzn.to/3QLEpee Rachel Grohl books available at www.rachelgrohl.com Gospel of Mark available at https://amzn.to/40rYHOt ENJOY Ad-Free co
Testament 10. Gospel of Mark (Chapter 10)
We continue the Gospel of Mark's fast-moving account of the fascinating life of Jesus of Nazareth. Gospel of Mark available at https://amzn.to/3X3m9Ba Historical Jesus books available at https://amzn.to/43rnYbq &n
TESTAMENT 53. Acts of the Apostles (Chapter 6)
The Book of ACTS continues the story of Christianity and is the fifth book of the New Testament. It recounts the founding of the Christian Church and the spread of its message across the Roman Empire. Breathe Bible Audio CD available at https://amzn.to/3CPRa4x The Acts of the Apostles book available at https://amzn.to/3M6sTId Historical Jesus books available at https://amzn.to/43rnYbq  
Extra 20. Spice Islands
STORY of AMERICA 🇺🇸 Leading the European search for the Spice Islands during the Age of Discovery were the Conquistadors Bartolomeu Dias and Vasco da Gama. Let’s join the unrelenting quest for the riches of the Orient, sailing into uncharted waters, conquering territory, opening trade routes, and bringing colonialism to much of the world, including the America. Enjoy this HISTORICAL JESUS Ex
EXTRA 122. WW2 Leaders
STORY of AMERICA 🇺🇸 Winston Churchill (British Prime Minister) and Nazi Albert Speer are featured as Key Battles of American History scans the post-WW2 lives and careers of major wartime Axis and Allies leaders. Enjoy this HISTORICAL JESUS Extra. Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/lot2tkC3-9Q which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, i
Ignatius of Loyola (Feast Day) part 2/2
Ignatius of Loyola (1491-1556) was the founder of a religious Order that sent Priests to North America on missions to evangelize the Amerindians. Saint Ignatius was a Spanish Catholic theologian and Priest who dedicated his eventful life to being a soldier for God and leader of the Jesuits. He died on July 31, which is recognized as his Feast Day. HJe192. Check out the YouTube version of this epis
Ignatius of Loyola (Feast Day)
July 31 is the Feast day of the founder of the Society of Jesus (the Jesuits religious Order) and a former soldier who created The Spiritual Exercises (composed 1522–4) a set of Christian meditations, contemplations, and prayers written by St. Ignatius of Loyola (1491-1556, died on July 31). Saint Ignatius was a Spanish Catholic priest and theologian who dedicated his fascinating and adventu
E232. The Two Natures of Jesus
Was Christ human, divine, or both? Let’s see what St. Thomas Aquinas has to say regarding this intricate doctrine. Enjoy this ENCORE Presentation! Books by Paul Gondreau available at https://amzn.to/41vDEMt Dominican Friars Thomistic Institute Credo at https://amzn.to/41uEbhQ ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episodes, and Extra materials when joining our growing community on ht
Mary, Martha, and Lazarus (July 29 Feast Day)
July 29 is the annual siblings combined feast day of Saints Mary, Martha, and Lazarus. Luke’s Gospel 10:38-42 tells the tale of Jesus visiting the home of an unnamed village where Martha welcomes him, while her sister Mary sits at Jesus' feet to listen to his teaching. Martha complains about doing all the work alone, and Jesus gently corrects her, stating that Mary has chosen the better part
Memorial of Mary, Martha & Lazarus
July 29 is the annual siblings combined feast day of Saints Mary, Martha, and Lazarus. John’s Gospel (Chapter 11) tells the miraculous story of Jesus reviving his friend Lazarus from the dead. HJSe29. Breathe Bible Audio CD available at https://amzn.to/3CPRa4x Gospel of John available at https://amzn.to/3AozdbL Historical Jesus books available at https://amzn.to/43rnYbq &n
336. Scofield Reference Bible
Edited and annotated by the American Bible student Cyrus I. Scofield (1843-1921), The Scofield Reference Bible is a widely circulated study Bible. It popularized dispensationalism at the beginning of the 20th century. The Scofield Bible significantly influenced and still guides the Christian Zionist movement—a theological and political movement, primarily within Protestant Evangelicalism, th
E231. Was Christ Human?
Let’s investigate the humanity of Jesus using Stoic philosophy, Concupiscence, Docetism, Monophysitism, the Council of Constantinople (381 AD), and the Council of Chalcedon (451 AD). Enjoy this ENCORE Presentation! Books by Paul Gondreau available at https://amzn.to/41vDEMt Dominican Friars Thomistic Institute Credo at https://amzn.to/41uEbhQ ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus ep
James the Greater festival (Gospel of Luke)
July 25-26 is the Feast Weekend of Saint James the Greater. Let’s enjoy Chapter 9:28-62 from the Gospel of Luke. HJTe28 Gospel of Luke available at https://amzn.to/3M6sTId Books about St. James (Son of Zebedee) available at https://amzn.to/45hwjkX Historical Jesus books available at https://amzn.to/43rnYbq &n
e158. Disciples or Apostles?
The main difference between a disciple and an apostle of Jesus is that Jesus chose apostles to spread the gospel, while disciples were followers who chose to learn from Jesus. Let's learn about a few Apostles who were not part of the original twelve selected during Jesus' lifetime. Enjoy this ENCORE Presentation! Dwell On These Things podcast at https://amzn.to/4hXMR6W Books on the A
James the Greater scripture (Feast Weekend)
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e155. Apostles
Jesus chose apostles from his disciples to spread the gospel after his death and resurrection. The word "apostle" comes from the Greek word apostolos, which means "one who is sent out". Apostles had special authority and were considered the foundation of the early Christian church. Enjoy this ENCORE Presentation! Dwell On These Things podcast at https://amzn.to/4hXMR6W Books on the Apostles
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