Retelling the Bible

What was the fourth gospel writer doing with his prologue? Was he writing a commentary on Genesis 1 or a treatise on Greek philosophy?

No, he was telling a story.

Based on John 1:1-18, Genesis 1:1-2:4 and the Old Testament narrative of the people of Israel.

The following music was used for this media project:

"AhDah" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

Music: Rising Sun 2026

Music: Rising Sun

If you would like to support the work that I do creating these stories, go to patreon.com/retellingthebible and choose a level of support!

In 2 Thessalonians, a rule is given, but does that rule mean what we've assumed it does?

This is the story of the person who wrote that rule and why.

Based on 2 Thessalonians 3:6-18. 

Show notes have been posted at retellingthebible.wordpress.com.

The following music was used for this media project:

"AhDah" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

Music: Ambient Acoustic Guitars Vol. 9

If you would like to support the work that I do creating these stories, go to patreon.com/retellingthebible and choose a level of support!

Herod was upset that people weren't focusing on how great he was, so he decided to set up his own social media company to get the message out. His post have finally been found!

Based on Matthew 2:1-18.

Shownotes have been posted at retellingthebible.wordpress.com.

The following music was used for this media project:

"AhDah" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

Music: Podcast Music Vol. 18 [Minimal Tech Background], produced by Sascha Ende

If you would like to support the work that I do creating these stories, go to patreon.com/retellingthebible and choose a level of support!

If you completely forgot Luke's entire story of the birth of Christ, how differently would you hear the Nativity story in Matthew's Gospel?

Based on Matthew 1-2.

Show notes have been posted at retellingthebible.wordpress.com.

The following music was used for this media project:

"AhDah" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

Music: Polar Christmas, produced by Sascha Ende

If you would like to support the work that I do creating these stories, go to patreon.com/retellingthebible and choose a level of support!

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I was greatly blessed to be part of this discussion on The Word in Black and Red podcast.

In particular, discussing "Masking" with my neurodivergent (and otherwise diverse) siblings was transformative for me (Starts at 1:07:00 or so). It is always good to hear about those who have a very different life experience as we read the scriptures.

A discussion of Exodus 34:1-35:3

Note: Explicit language and topics.

Show notes have been posted at retellingthebible.wordpress.com.

Joseph goes to sleep troubled, not knowing what to do about Mary. But in his sleep, he is visited by four ghosts who, you might say, will teach him the true meaning of Christmas.

Based on Matthew 1.

Show notes have been posted at retellingthebible.wordpress.com.

The following music was used for this media project:

"AhDah" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

Music: Stille Nacht, produced by Sascha Ende

If you would like to support the work that I do creating these stories, go to patreon.com/retellingthebible and choose a level of support!

This special episode is an interview with my sister, Karen, on the occasion of the launch of her new podcast: When Love Hurts.

Note: contains discussion of rape and abuse.

Show notes have been posted at retellingthebible.wordpress.com.

The following music was used for this media project:

"AhDah" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

If you would like to support the work that I do creating these stories, go to patreon.com/retellingthebible and choose a level of support!

The church is inside, praying for God to save someone important to them. Meanwhile, the answer to their prayers is outside, knocking on the door, and they don't want to let him in! What is the message in such an odd story for the church of that time? What about for the church today?

Based on Acts 12:6-17.

Shownotes have been posted at retellingthebible.wordpress.com.

The following music was used for this media project:

"AhDah" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

Music: Rooftop Solitude, produced by Sascha Ende

If you would like to support the work that I do creating these stories, go to patreon.com/retellingthebible and choose a level of support!

A paralyzed man hears that Jesus is in nearby Capernaum, and he knows exactly how he is going to get into Jesus' presence!

Based on Mark 2:1-12.

Show notes have been posted at retellingthebible.wordpress.com.

The following music was used for this media project:

"AhDah" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

Music: Rooftop Solitude, produced by Sascha Ende

If you would like to support the work that I do creating these stories, go to patreon.com/retellingthebible and choose a level of support!

Jesus told a parable. This is the story of the story that he told. It has been illuminated by one man's extraordinary life.

Based on Luke 14:12-24.

Show notes have been posted at retellingthebible.wordpress.com.

The following music was used for this media project:

"AhDah" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

Music: Podcast Music Vol. 7 [Emotional Piano], produced by Sascha Ende

If you would like to support the work that I do creating these stories, go to patreon.com/retellingthebible and choose a level of support!