Radically Normal

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July 13, 2020#9 - Census 2020 (Neh. 7-8)
In our fifth episode in Nehemiah, we talk about a genealogy, Ezra, and the Feast of Booths.

Timestamps
(7:34) Discussion of Neh. 7 begins
(9:45) The significance of the genealogy
(15:02) The return of exiled Jews accounted in the genealogy
(24:10) The historical relevance of the temple & wall
(27:03) Discussion of Neh. 8 begins
(28:50) Introduction of Ezra & his role in the Ezra-Nehemiah story
(30:45) Explanation of the Feast of Booths in Jewish tradition
(33:09) Ezra leads the people of Israel in their worship of the Lord
(36:12) Reading the Bible for understanding and worship
(39:45) Having joy in the Lord

Resources
Charles Fensham, The Books of Ezra and Nehemiah (New International Commentary on the Old Testament)
Gale A. Yee, Jewish Feasts and the Gospel of John
Overview: Ezra-Nehemiah (BibleProject)
Music by chloemusic

Join us next Monday as we continue our time in Nehemiah with a discussion of chapter 9.

IG: @radicallynormalpod // Email: [email protected] // Send us prayer requests or Q&A questions for the end of season 1!
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July 09, 2020#8 - The One With The Truth About Misconstrued Verses
In this episode we discuss five frequently misinterpreted verses with the hope of having a fruitful conversation that sheds light on Scripture.

Timestamps & Supplemental Scripture
#1: 2 Chr. 7:14 (begins at 3:04)
Gen. 12-17
Ex. 19:5-6
2 Chr. 6:26
2 Cor. 1:20
Gal. 6:16
Phil. 3:20
1 Pet. 2:9
1 Jn. 1:9
#2: Jer. 29:11 (begins at 12:38)
Gal. 3:13-29
1 Pet. 2:11
#3: Matt. 7:1 (begins at 18:07)
Matt. 18:15-17
1 Cor. 5:6-12
Eph. 4:15
James 5:19-20
#4: 1 Cor. 10:13 (begins at 26:05)
2 Cor. 1:8-11
James 1
#5: Phil. 4:13 (begins at 32:28)
Acts 5:41
Phil. 1:21; 3:10
James 1:2-4

Resources
David Platt, Exalting Jesus in Matthew (Christ-Centered Exposition Commentary)
Bruce Waltke, An Old Testament Theology: An Exegetical, Canonical, and Thematic Approach
Russell Moore’s Does Jeremiah 29:11 Apply to You? & 2 Chronicles 7:14 Isn’t About American Politics
Music by chloemusic

Join us on Monday as we continue our time in Nehemiah with a discussion of chapters 7-8.

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39min
July 06, 2020#7 - The Usual Suspects (Neh. 5-6)
In our fourth episode in Nehemiah, we talk about injustice in Jerusalem, Nehemiah’s integrity and work of restoration, and the completion of the wall.

Timestamps
(4:50) Discussion of Neh. 5 begins
(5:47) Jerusalem experiences famine & exploitation
(9:05) Nehemiah speaks out against the sins of the Israelites & works to restore just practices
(14:04) Nehemiah’s generosity & integrity
(19:09) Nehemiah & social justice
(20:32) Discussion of Neh. 6 begins
(21:17) Nehemiah’s enemies attempt to deceive him in three different ways
(28:18) Comparisons between Nehemiah & Jesus being tempted
(30:42) The wall is completed & God’s power is seen
(36:29) Wisdom & the Holy Spirit

Resources
Charles Fensham, The Books of Ezra and Nehemiah (New International Commentary on the Old Testament)
Music by chloemusic

Join us next Monday as we continue our time in Nehemiah with a discussion of chapters 7-8.

IG: @radicallynormalpod // Email: [email protected] // Send us prayer requests or Q&A questions for the end of season 1!
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40min
July 02, 2020#6 - You Belong With Me (the Jealousy of God)
In episode #6 we talk about how God’s jealousy is essential to His glory and your joy. We can define the jealousy of God as meaning that God continually seeks the affections and honor that properly belong to Him among His people. As Dr. Matthew Barrett puts it, God has “an intolerant love for divine glory” – and we hope you enjoy our discussion about this attribute of God.

Scripture
Ex. 20:3-5
Jn. 2:13-22; 10:10
Rom. 5:8

Resources
John Calvin, Institutes of the Christian Religion (The Library of Christian Classics)
Desiring God
J.I. Packer, Knowing God
Music by chloemusic

Join us on Monday as we continue our time in Nehemiah with a discussion of chapters 5-6.

IG: @radicallynormalpod // Email: [email protected] // Send us prayer requests or Q&A questions for the end of season 1!
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16min
June 29, 2020#5 - Good Wall Hunting (Neh. 4)
In our third episode in Nehemiah, we talk about rising opposition to the work on the wall, Nehemiah’s prayer and action, and continued progress.

Timestamps
(2:20) Recap of Neh. 1-3
(3:30) Connections to Jesus’ ministry seen in Nehemiah
(6:22) Nehemiah prays as a response to the growing opposition against Jerusalem
(10:59) Nehemiah motivates the people of Jerusalem
(13:17) God frustrates the plans of Jerusalem’s enemies
(16:34) A look ahead to the completion of the wall

Resources
Charles Fensham, The Books of Ezra and Nehemiah (New International Commentary on the Old Testament)
New Bible Commentary
Music by chloemusic

Join us next Monday as we continue our time in Nehemiah with a discussion of chapters 5-6.

IG: @radicallynormalpod // Email: [email protected] // Send us prayer requests or Q&A questions for the end of season 1!
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21min
June 25, 2020#4 - Interview w/ OU Baseball Coach Britt Bonneau (Keep It Simple)
Our 4th episode is an interview with Britt Bonneau, a coach for the OU baseball team. He talks about his faith, coaching, and years of playing baseball. Additionally, Andrei oversees an outfield draft competition between Mike and Coach Bonneau. We hope you enjoy and learn from Coach Bonneau’s wisdom and insight!

Timestamps
(2:35) Interview starts; Coach Britt Bonneau introduction
(7:13) Using coaching to be Christlike & share God’s word
(15:19) Fantasy outfield draft
(24:51) Comparisons between Bonneau’s 1992 OU Baseball team & the 2020 OU Baseball team
(31:25) Looking back to the season ending early due to COVID-19
(34:42) Drawing near to the Lord during quarantine
(38:02) Looking ahead to college sports in the fall
(42:25) Advice from Coach Bonneau to listeners

Resources
Bob Goff, Live in Grace, Walk in Love: A 365-Day Journey
Music by chloemusic

Join us Monday as we continue our time in Nehemiah with a discussion of chapter 4.

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47min
June 22, 2020#3 - I Would Walk 900 Miles (Neh. 2-3)
In episode #3 we continue discussing Nehemiah. Here we talk about Neh. 2-3, where Nehemiah talks to King Artaxerxes, goes to Jerusalem, and begins the work of rebuilding the city wall. Subscribe and come back Thursday for our first interview!

Timestamps
(1:01) Podcast intros: hot takes, thoughts on Zoom & more
(3:58) A recap of biblical history & Neh. 1
(5:25) Neh. 2 discussion begins
(6:12) Nehemiah as a cupbearer
(7:20) Nehemiah’s conversation with the king
(13:15) Traveling to Jerusalem, opposition to the mission & putting the plan in motion
(22:38) Neh. 3 discussion begins
(23:39) Placing yourself in the story
(25:45) The groups of workers
(26:31) Looking forward to the finishing of the wall

Resources
Charles Fensham, The Books of Ezra and Nehemiah (New International Commentary on the Old Testament)
Paul Miller, A Praying Life: Connecting with God in a Distracting World
Music by chloemusic

Join us next Monday as we continue our time in Nehemiah with a discussion of chapter 4.

IG: @radicallynormalpod // Email: [email protected] // Send us prayer requests or Q&A questions for the end of season 1!
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28min
June 18, 2020 #2 - #ThankYouRavi
In this episode we remember and reflect on the life and ministry of Ravi Zacharias, who passed away on May 19th. Ravi was an incredible apologist of the faith and laborer for the gospel. By God’s grace we got to see him speak at the Passion Conference this past winter. Come back Monday as we continue our discussion of the book of Nehemiah! ResourcesRavi Zacharias booksRavi Zacharias International Ministries (YouTube)RZIM.orgMusic by chloemusic IG: @radicallynormalpod // Email: [email protected] // Send prayer requests or Q&A questions for the end of season 1!
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18min
June 15, 2020#1 - Diving In (Neh. 1)
In the first episode of Radically Normal, we dive into Nehemiah with a look at the book as a whole and then chapter one, with an emphasis on Nehemiah’s prayer. Come back Thursday for our second episode!

Timestamps
(2:27) Nehemiah background information – Mike’s history lesson
(6:21) Major themes in Nehemiah
(10:21) Nehemiah ch. 1 discussion begins
(11:05) Restoration of the wall
(14:13) Nehemiah’s character
(19:15) Nehemiah’s prayer to the Lord
(25:16) God’s will for His people
(25:55) Looking ahead (and back) to Nehemiah & connections to the rest of the Bible

Resources
The Books of Ezra and Nehemiah (New International Commentary on the Old Testament)
Music by chloemusic

Join us next Monday as we continue our time in Nehemiah with a discussion of chapters 2-3.

IG: @radicallynormalpod // Email: [email protected] // Send us prayer requests or Q&A questions for the end of season 1!
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30min
June 08, 2020 Intro
Join us as we kick off this new podcast by introducing ourselves and our vision for Radically Normal! We will begin Season 1 next week with two episodes weekly. Thanks for listening!
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5min

FAQs about Radically Normal:

How many episodes does Radically Normal have?

The podcast currently has 100 episodes available.