Ever wondered about the mysterious Sons of Anak and their connection to the post-flood reappearance of the Nephilim? This is episode 7 of Weird Stuff in the Bible, where we talk about Nephilim after the flood, as well as expounding on Jude 5 and 6. 

0:00 - Introduction

3:40 - The Numbers 13 Giants

11:30 - The Jude 5-6 Lesson

Join us for a journey through Numbers 13, unraveling the mystery of the Sons of Anak and their connection to the Nephilim. In this episode:

• Nephilim Resurgence: Explore Genesis 6's revelation of Nephilim returning after the flood. Luke speculates on the methods of the Sons of God and their intriguing reappearance.
• Numbers 13 Giants: Dive into Numbers 13, where the descendants of Abraham encounter the Sons of Anak, a lineage of Nephilim. Uncover a demonic plot to hinder God's promises with giant, wicked beings.
• Lessons from Deuteronomy 9: Discover God's response to the Israelites' fear of facing the Nephilim. Luke emphasizes confidence and obedience, drawing parallels to challenges in our lives.
• Lessons from Jude 5-6: Transition to the Book of Jude, where verses 5 and 6 shed light on apostasy and falling away from God. Explore the powerful reminder that Jesus, the Old Testament God, dealt with those who lacked faith.

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In episode 6 of Weird Stuff in the Bible, we unravel the mysterious tale of the Nephilim, exploring their origins, characteristics, and the profound impact they had on the days of Noah. From their peculiar creation to their role in the pre-flood world, we delve into the biblical account that goes beyond the ordinary. Get ready for a journey into the weird and fascinating as we uncover the secrets of these giant beings.

0:00 - Recapping the Sons of God

4:55 - Meet the Nephilim

13:45 - Why God Sent the Flood

19:45 - Closing Thoughts

• "Ever wondered about the ancient giants who once roamed the earth? In this episode, we dive into a peculiar biblical tale that might just challenge your perception of the past. Ready to explore the world of the Nephilim?"
• "Discover how the Nephilim's existence, their supernatural origins, and their impact on human history may hold surprising parallels with challenges we face today. Join us as we uncover the mysteries that tie the past to the present."
• Benefits from listening today:
  1. "Gain a deep understanding of the Nephilim and their role in biblical history."
  2. "Explore the fascinating connection between ancient stories and archaeological finds."
  3. "Uncover the significance of the Nephilim in shaping the world before and after the flood."
• Ready to unravel the mysteries of the Nephilim? Hit play now and journey with us into the weird and intriguing world of giants, DNA, and the Days of Noah. Don't miss out – your understanding of biblical history is about to get a whole lot weirder!

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This is episode 5 of Weird Stuff in the Bible, where we talk about the Sons of God in Genesis 6. 

0:00 - Laying the Groundwork

1:40 - Defining Our Terms

7:50 - The Sons of God Were Angels

19:30 - Mailbag

20:40 - Vocabulary is Hard

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Hosted by Luke Taylor

What's coming next? This is episode 4 of Weird Stuff in the Bible, where we introduce a book of the Bible that we’ll be studying together over the next few months.

0:00 - A Book that Makes you Pick a Side

2:30 - Verses 1-2, Who Was Jude?

10:15 - Verses 3-4, The Threat of Apostasy

15:00 - Strange Things about Jude

20:30 - Mailbag and Closing Thoughts

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The Divine Council: How God Makes Decisions

This is episode 3 of Weird Stuff in the Bible, where we pull back the curtain on God’s decision-making process.

0:00 - Staff Meetings in Heaven

1:45 - Introducing the Divine Council (Psalm 82)

9:45 - I Kings 22, Micaiah’s Vision

18:15 - Mailbag

20:00 - Closing Thoughts (Isaiah 37 and I Samuel 16)

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Hosted by Luke Taylor

Warning: the devil doesn’t want you to listen to this episode. I’m going to tell you one way that he is able to stop your prayers from being answered- but if you listen until the end, I’ll also tell you how to overcome it. 

This is episode 2 of Weird Stuff in the Bible, where we pull back the curtain on spiritual warfare.

0:00 - Don’t Be Ignorant

2:15 - Daniel 10, Wrestling with Angels

8:15 - The Prince of Persia

11:45 - Demons can Stop your Prayers

15:45 - Always Pray and Never Give Up

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Hosted by Luke Taylor

Weird Stuff in the Bible: Episode 1

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The Cross References Podcast with Luke Taylor: Episode 100

The Bible is weird right? Can’t we all agree that the Bible has got some strange things going on? 

Judging angels? Talking donkeys? Six-fingered Giants?

Are you ever just reading along and then you come across something that seems totally out of left field? Something that challenges some of your beliefs about the supernatural realm? Have you ever wanted to stop and drill down on what they meant? If so, this is a podcast just for you.

0:00 - Introduction

4:20 - A Weird Time and Place in History

13:45 - The Bible is Weird

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Hosted by Luke Taylor 

Premiering October 30, 2023, and new episodes will arrive every Wednesday. 

Upcoming episodes will answer questions like:

• Who was the Prince of Persia in Daniel 11?
• How does God make decisions with His divine council?
• Who are the Nephilim and the Sons of God in Genesis 6?
• Who is the Azazel figure in the Day of Atonement?
• Why exactly what Goliath so tall?

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