Biblical Context Matters

Have you ever thought of calling Jesus, "Rabbi"?  Or considered the conversations that would have taken place along the road?  One of our favorite authors, Lois Tverberg has! Not a familiar name to you?  Check out episodes 38 – 45 and episodes 65 – 71. The wisdom found in Lois’ books has helped us to better understand and learn about the heart and character of God as we’ve adopted a new way to read Scripture, looking at the words in the Bible from the perspective of the original audience. 

Now we once again have an opportunity to sit under the remarkable teaching of Lois Tverberg through her latest book, “Reading the Bible with Rabbi Jesus”, where we’ll continue to see how a Jewish perspective can transform our understanding and that Biblical Context Matters.

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In the second week of Intentional Filling's Fall Online Biblical Study, "Reading the Bible with Rabbi Jesus" by Lois Tverberg, Paige Phillips provides insights on one of Jesus' titles, "Christ".  Follow along with the study at intentionalfilling.com or via Instagram @intentionalfilling.

Have you ever thought of calling Jesus, "Rabbi"?  Or considered the conversations that would have taken place along the road?  One of our favorite authors, Lois Tverberg has! Not a familiar name to you?  Check out episodes 38 – 45 and episodes 65 – 71. The wisdom found in Lois’ books has helped us to better understand and learn about the heart and character of God as we’ve adopted a new way to read Scripture, looking at the words in the Bible from the perspective of the original audience. 

Now we once again have an opportunity to sit under the remarkable teaching of Lois Tverberg through her latest book, “Reading the Bible with

Have you ever sat down to read your Bible and wondered where to begin?  Or question if the ancient words on those impossibly thin pages will ever make any sense?  Maybe you’ve compared your Bible with the colorful and note-filled pages of others or wondered how to understand why you believe what you believe.  You’re not alone, my friend!

Welcome to the Biblical Context Matters Podcast!  I’m Bree Blum, and I’ll be your host while we take a closer look at God’s Word through the eyes of the original audience - exploring the cultural, historical, geographical, linguistic, political, and religious influences upon the people and places of the Bible. 

Together we’ll learn how to intentionally study Scripture to get beyond surface-level knowledge and find a deeper belief and understanding of the heart of God.  It’s possible, pinky promise! 

Visit our website, intentionalfilling.com, or Follow us: @intentionalfilling on Instagram for more context-packed content!

In the sixth and final week of Intentional Filling's Winter Online Biblical Study, "Blessed" by Nancy Guthrie, Bree Blum helps us to prepare for the day when Jesus returns, soon.  Follow along with the study at intentionalfilling.com/blessed

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Have you ever sat down to read your Bible and wondered if it will ever make any sense? Have you scoured bookcases and websites looking for answers to your questions about God's Word? You're not alone, my friend! So why don't we open up our Bibles together to intentionally study Scripture from the perspective of the original audience? It is there we'll find confidence in the context.

Join us on Thursdays for more confidence-boosting content, and follow us on Facebook and Instagram @intentionalfilling.

Until next time, be curious yet confident!

In the fifth week of Intentional Filling's Fall Online Biblical Study, "Blessed" by Nancy Guthrie, Paige Phillips reassures us that we can trust in and not be afraid or embarrassed by the wrath of God.  Follow along with the study at intentionalfilling.com/blessed

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Have you ever sat down to read your Bible and wondered if it will ever make any sense? Have you scoured bookcases and websites looking for answers to your questions about God's Word? You're not alone, my friend! So why don't we open up our Bibles together to intentionally study Scripture from the perspective of the original audience? It is there we'll find confidence in the context.

Join us on Thursdays for more confidence-boosting content, and follow us on Facebook and Instagram @intentionalfilling.

Until next time, be curious yet confident!

In the fourth week of Intentional Filling's Fall Online Biblical Study, "Blessed" by Nancy Guthrie, Gloria Limann reassures us that we can trust in and not be afraid or embarrassed by the wrath of God.  Follow along with the study at intentionalfilling.com/blessed

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Have you ever sat down to read your Bible and wondered if it will ever make any sense? Have you scoured bookcases and websites looking for answers to your questions about God's Word? You're not alone, my friend! So why don't we open up our Bibles together to intentionally study Scripture from the perspective of the original audience? It is there we'll find confidence in the context.

Join us on Thursdays for more confidence-boosting content, and follow us on Facebook and Instagram @intentionalfilling.

Until next time, be curious yet confident!

In the third week of Intentional Filling's Fall Online Biblical Study, "Blessed" by Nancy Guthrie, Bree Blum shares with us the parallels that we can find between the Old Testament and the throne room of God in Revelation.  Follow along with the study at intentionalfilling.com/blessed

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Have you ever sat down to read your Bible and wondered if it will ever make any sense? Have you scoured bookcases and websites looking for answers to your questions about God's Word? You're not alone, my friend! So why don't we open up our Bibles together to intentionally study Scripture from the perspective of the original audience? It is there we'll find confidence in the context.

Join us on Thursdays for more confidence-boosting content, and follow us on Facebook and Instagram @intentionalfilling.

Until next time, be curious yet confident!

In the second week of Intentional Filling's Fall Online Biblical Study, "Blessed" by Nancy Guthrie, Paige Phillips shares with us what it means to be known by Jesus.  Follow along with the study at intentionalfilling.com/blessed

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Have you ever sat down to read your Bible and wondered if it will ever make any sense? Have you scoured bookcases and websites looking for answers to your questions about God's Word? You're not alone, my friend! So why don't we open up our Bibles together to intentionally study Scripture from the perspective of the original audience? It is there we'll find confidence in the context.

Join us on Thursdays for more confidence-boosting content, and follow us on Facebook and Instagram @intentionalfilling.

Until next time, be curious yet confident!

In the first week of Intentional Filling's Fall Online Biblical Study, "Blessed" by Nancy Guthrie, Gloria Limann shares with us the way we should read the book of Revelation and see the glorified Christ.  Follow along with the study at intentionalfilling.com/blessed

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Have you ever sat down to read your Bible and wondered if it will ever make any sense? Have you scoured bookcases and websites looking for answers to your questions about God's Word? You're not alone, my friend! So why don't we open up our Bibles together to intentionally study Scripture from the perspective of the original audience? It is there we'll find confidence in the context.

Join us on Thursdays for more confidence-boosting content, and follow us on Facebook and Instagram @intentionalfilling.

Until next time, be curious yet confident!

Our final podcast of 2022 comes to you from Gloria Limann, as inspired by a message given by Intentional Filling's community member Charlene Hormann.

Tune in to receive simple reminders of the great promises that can be found in the Master Artist's work at this time of year, and always.

Read the corresponding blog post at http://www.intentionalfilling.com/god-the-master-artist

Join us in 2023 for more confidence-boosting content, and in the meantime, follow us on Facebook and Instagram @intentionalfilling.

Until next time, have a blessed Thanksgiving, and a Merry Christmas... oh and be curious yet confident!