This episode explores the New Testament's multifaceted portrayal of Satan, tracing his development from the Second Temple period through the ministry of Jesus and the writing of Paul, Peter, James, and John. In light of Christ’s victory, we consider how Satan functions both as a personal deceiver and a cosmic opponent of God’s purposes.

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In this episode of Text Support, we explore how the Old Testament portrays Satan—and how that picture differs from popular beliefs today. From the mysterious serpent in Eden to the adversary in Job and Zechariah, we unpack what the Hebrew Scriptures actually say (and don’t say) about the figure often called the "Prince of Darkness."

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In the final episode of this season, we examine the fancitating biblical narrative about Esther. We also explore the historical context and other details pertaining to the book of Esther.

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One of the most infamous women in Scripture was the Phoenician princess Jezebel, the wife of evil king Ahab. In this episode, we discuss three primary narratives involving Jezebel: the showdown at Mt. Carmel between Elijah and her idolatrous prophets, the despicable taking of Naboth’s vineyard, and Jezebel’s ignominious death which occurred exactly as foretold by Elijah.

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Our discussion on Bathsheba centers around a few questions worth exploring: Is Bathsheba a victim? How is Bathsheba viewed in Jewish literature and Christian history? What impact does Bathsheba make outside of her entailed interaction with David?

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In this episode we explore the concept of angels during both the intertestamental period and the time of the New Testament. We provide an overview of the role and function of angels throughout the text and conclude by looking at a few difficult passages. 

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Our discussion about angels is based on what the Old Testament reveals in response to a few key questions: What exactly are angels? What role do they fulfill? What do they look like? Who is the Angel of the Lord?

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In the final episode of this series, we explore the unusual vision of Ezekiel and the Valley of Dry Bones, where God symbolically demonstrated His ability to restore life in a situation where restoration seems hopeless. The message was intended to encourage the desperate exiles in Babylon who had little hope of returning to their home in Judah.

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This narrative has spawned a great deal of speculation. It centers around whether the necromancer, whose trade was specifically outlawed in Torah and a contemporary decree by King Saul, actually possessed the power to summon Samuel from the grave. In this episode, we analyze these thoughts and attempt to interpret the passage as it would have been understood in ancient times.

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Before a battle, Jephthah made a vow to God, promising if victory was achieved he would sacrifice the first thing that emerged from his house upon his return. In this episode, we discuss several questions: What did he think would come through the door? Does the text indicate he fulfilled the vow? Does this story impact our view of God?

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