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
Sep 14, 2017 • 34min
43: Go in Peace
Marty Solomon and Brent Billings wrap up a look at the kings of Israel, exploring the story of Naaman and its implications for us today.Discussion Video for BEMA 43Transcript for BEMA 43Support The BEMA Podcast
Sep 7, 2017 • 43min
42: The Fire of Elijah
Marty Solomon and Brent Billings look at the story of Elijah and the lessons learned by one of Israel’s greatest prophets.Discussion Video for BEMA 42Where God Was Born by Bruce FeilerMap of Phoenicia, Late Bronze Age — WikipediaTranscript for BEMA 42Support The BEMA Podcast
Aug 31, 2017 • 37min
41: The Story Behind the Story
Marty Solomon and Brent Billings revisit the two sources comprising this portion of the biblical narrative, analyzing the agendas found in each. They attempt to look at the differences between the sources to understand the reigns of David and Solomon and the split of the nation of God’s people, ultimately helping us figure out what went wrong.The Story Behind the Story Presentation (PDF)Discussion Video for BEMA 41Jesus Wants to Save Christians by Rob Bell and Don GoldenTranscript for BEMA 41Support The BEMA Podcast
Aug 24, 2017 • 33min
40: One Story, Two Sources
Marty Solomon and Brent Billings begin the journey to understanding the historical record of the united kingdom of Israel by taking a look at the two sources comprising this biblical narrative.One Story, Two Sources Presentation (PDF)Discussion Video for BEMA 40Transcript for BEMA 40Support The BEMA Podcast
Aug 10, 2017 • 32min
39: A King After God’s Own Heart
Marty Solomon and Brent Billings continue to examine the life of David, looking at the defeat of Goliath and making some general observations about the character of David.Discussion Video for BEMA 39Promised Land — Ray Vander Laan (Amazon)TTWMK Faith Lessons on DVD and Digital (Focus on the Family)“The Unheard Story of David and Goliath” by Malcolm Gladwell — TEDValley of Elah — WikipediaJesus Wants to Save Christians by Rob Bell and Don GoldenWhere God Was Born by Bruce FeilerThe Practice of the Presence of God by Brother LawrenceTranscript for BEMA 39Support The BEMA Podcast
Jul 27, 2017 • 28min
38: A Donkey Herder to Lead Us
Marty Solomon and Brent Billings take a look at Israel’s first two kings and try to see what the Text is showing us in these two characters.Discussion Video for BEMA 38A Tale of Three Kings by Gene EdwardsTranscript for BEMA 38Support The BEMA Podcast
Jul 13, 2017 • 33min
37: A Love Story
Marty Solomon and Brent Billings zoom in on the mini-narrative of Ruth — one story where the mission of God is realized in the way Israel treats the alien, the orphan, and the widow.Discussion Video for BEMA 37Map of Moab and the Surrounding RegionTranscript for BEMA 37Support The BEMA Podcast
Jun 29, 2017 • 35min
36: The Redemption Cycle
Marty Solomon and Brent Billings look at the book of Judges and the cycle found therein.Discussion Video for BEMA 36The Forgiving Flow, Part 2: Drop the Jawbone — The RobCast, Episode 39Make Your Mark by Brad GrayTranscript for BEMA 36Support The BEMA Podcast
Jun 15, 2017 • 36min
35: Crossroads of the Earth
Marty Solomon and Brent Billings wrap up the discussion of Joshua and bridge the gap toward the book of Judges, pondering the mission of God and His choice of real estate for His people.Crossroads of the Earth Presentation (PDF)Discussion Video for BEMA 35The Source by James A. MichenerTranscript for BEMA 35Support The BEMA Podcast
Jun 1, 2017 • 43min
34: The Hardest Story in the Bible (for me)
Marty Solomon and Brent Billings address the nagging questions about the book of Joshua and its stories of mass slaughter and genocide.The Hardest Story in the Bible (for me) Presentation (PDF)Discussion Video for BEMA 34The Hardest Story in the Bible (for me) — Covered in His DustStele — WikipediaThe Forest in the Trees: Jesus — Woodland Hills (Greg Boyd)[no longer available] Why Is the Old Testament So Violent? (blog post)What Is the Bible? by Rob BellThe Source by James A. MichenerTranscript for BEMA 34Support The BEMA Podcast
