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
Apr 26, 2018 • 27min
72: Session 2 Capstone
Marty Solomon and Brent Billings give a summary of the prophets and the writings at the conclusion of Session 2 of the podcast.Session 2 Capstone Presentation (PDF)Tattoos on the Heart by Gregory BoyleImpact Campus MinistriesTranscript for BEMA 72Support The BEMA Podcast
Apr 19, 2018 • 23min
71: The Prophetic Table
Marty Solomon and Brent Billings look at the multifaceted dialogue and the many voices found within the prophets that represent the battling perspectives found in the world of God’s people as they attempt to respond to the effects of exile.Discussion Video for BEMA 71Out of Babylon by Walter BrueggemannTranscript for BEMA 71Support The BEMA Podcast
Apr 12, 2018 • 35min
70: Esther — Purim
Marty Solomon and Brent Billings discuss the book of Esther and the story that lies behind the celebration of Purim.Discussion Video for BEMA 70The Queen You Thought You Knew by Rabbi David FohrmanThe Story #20: The Queen of Beauty and Courage sermon — YouTubeTranscript for BEMA 70Support The BEMA Podcast
Apr 5, 2018 • 18min
69: Malachi — Q&A
Marty Solomon and Brent Billings hear the message of Malachi, seeing how he utilizes a question-and-answer format to prophetically speak to the people of God.Discussion Video for BEMA 69Out of Babylon by Walter BrueggemannTranscript for BEMA 69Support The BEMA Podcast
Mar 29, 2018 • 16min
68: Zechariah — Apocalyptic Literature
Marty Solomon and Brent Billings study the apocalyptic message of Zechariah, a contemporary to Haggai, who sought to encourage God’s people with image-driven messages of forthcoming hope.Discussion Video for BEMA 68Transcript for BEMA 68Support The BEMA Podcast
Mar 22, 2018 • 23min
67: Haggai — Build!
Marty Solomon and Brent Billings read through the prophecy of Haggai and find that the real issues rarely change—past, present, or future.Discussion Video for BEMA 67Transcript for BEMA 67Support The BEMA Podcast
Mar 15, 2018 • 23min
66: Ezra/Nehemiah — Passionate Leadership
Marty Solomon and Brent Billings look at the different leadership styles seen during the rebuilding of Jerusalem in the books of Ezra and Nehemiah.Discussion Video for BEMA 66BEMA Discipleship on FacebookTranscript for BEMA 66Support The BEMA Podcast
Mar 8, 2018 • 25min
65: 4 Isaiah — Hope
Marty Solomon and Brent Billings move into the fourth voice of Isaiah, seen in chapters 55–66. We hear the compelling promise of restoration for God’s people and the invitation for them to become the people they were meant to be.Discussion Video for BEMA 651 Isaiah — Vineyard Presentation (PDF)Faith Unraveled by Rachel Held EvansSabbath as Resistance by Walter BrueggemannTranscript for BEMA 65Support The BEMA Podcast
Mar 1, 2018 • 26min
64: 3 Isaiah — Servant
Unpack the complexities of Isaiah as the hosts dive into the enigmatic servant discourse. They challenge traditional views on the 'suffering servant' in Isaiah 53, urging a reevaluation of suffering and redemption. Explore how Jesus connects with Jewish Scriptures, presenting a transformative lens on the Old Testament. Discover Israel’s role as God's chosen servant through themes of resilience and identity. Finally, delve into the collective journey of suffering and service, emphasizing communal responsibility in divine purpose.
Feb 22, 2018 • 26min
63: Job — Perspective
Marty Solomon and Brent Billings discover that the famous story of Job is so much more than we ever realized.Discussion Video for BEMA 63NOOMA 012: Matthew by Rob BellLiterary Structure (Chiasm) of the BibleNOOMA 024: Whirlwind by Rob BellTranscript for BEMA 63Support The BEMA Podcast
