Get ready for an enlightening journey into biblical absurdity as we tackle Isaiah chapter 38, delving into the soap opera-like drama of King Hezekiah's mysterious illness and miraculous recovery. Buckle up as we discuss divine decrees, teary-eyed prayers, and godly signs involving a sundial doing the time warp. 

Our skeptical hosts break down the story of Hezekiah pleading with God for a longer lifespan. Spoiler alert - it seems God is susceptible to some good old fashioned begging and flattery, as he graciously adds a whopping 15 years to Hezekiah's life. We then wade into the murky waters of toxic positivity, questioning the wisdom of finding a silver lining in debilitating illness and questioning if it's all part of God's master plan.

The second part of our episode sees us dissecting the symbolism of a poultice of figs, supposedly a testament to God's power. Brace yourself for a thorough debunking as we expose the absurdity of this miraculous healing method. As always, we keep the conversation grounded with our sharp wit and humorous take on these biblical narratives.

Stay tuned for our weekend Q&A and Patreon exclusive episodes. Be warned though - we're about to take on the rest of the Book of Isaiah, so brace yourselves for more implausible miracles, contradictory decrees, and divine melodrama.

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