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S2E312-Psalms 128-130: Beyond Happiness

Transcript Today’s Bible Translation Bible translation used in today’s episode: Ch. 128-130 ESV Podcast Introduction It’s Psalms Wednesday. We’ll read chapters 128-130. I’m calling this episode “Beyond Happiness.” Summary Psalm 128 says those who fear the Lord and walk in His ways are blessed. “Blessed” means more than just fleeting happiness; it’s a constant state…

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S2E311-2 Chronicles 33-36: God’s Mercy and Our Response

Transcript Today’s Bible Translation Bible translation used in today’s episode: Ch. 33 NIV, Ch. 34-35 ESV, Ch. 36 NLT Podcast Introduction It’s History Tuesday, and we’ll complete the book of  2 Chronicles with chapters 33-36. I’m calling this episode “God’s Mercy and Our Response.” Summary In 2 Chronicles 33, we read about King Manasseh, a…

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S2E310-Deuteronomy 10-12: Walking God’s Way in Worship

Transcript Today’s Bible Translation Bible translation used in today’s episode: Ch. 10 ESV; Ch. 11 HCSB; Ch. 12 NCV Podcast Introduction It’s the Law Monday, and we’ll read Deuteronomy 10-12. I’m calling this episode “Walking God’s Way in Worship.” Summary God wants us to respect Him, follow His ways, love Him, and serve Him wholeheartedly….

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S2E309-1 Peter 1-3: Choose God’s Agenda

Transcript Today’s Bible Translation Bible translation used in today’s episode: Ch. 1-2 NLT; Ch. 3 NCV Podcast Introduction It’s Epistles Sunday, and we’ll begin the book of  1 Peter  with chapters 1-3. I’m calling this episode “Choose God’s Agenda.” Summary In 1 Peter 1 and 2, Peter urges us to live holy lives and prioritize…

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S2E308-Acts 11-12: Sons of Thunder

Transcript Today’s Bible Translation Bible translation used in today’s episode: Ch. 11 GNT, Ch. 12 NCV Podcast Introduction It’s Gospels Saturday, and we’ll read Acts 11-12. I’m calling this episode “Sons of Thunder.” Summary In Acts 12, King Herod persecutes Christians and arrests James, the brother of John, who is later executed. The narrative quickly…

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S2E307-Zephaniah 1-3: The Fall of Nineveh

Transcript Today’s Bible Translation Bible translation used in today’s episode: Ch. 1-3 ERV Podcast Introduction It’s Prophecy Friday, and we’ll read the book of Zephaniah. Three chapters. I’m calling this episode “The Fall of Nineveh.” Summary Zephaniah 1-3 is about Nineveh, a once powerful city that turned away from God. The prophecy predicts its destruction,…

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S2E306-Ecclesiastes 3-4: The True Measure of Wealth

Transcript Today’s Bible Translation Bible translation used in today’s episode: Ch. 3-4 ERV Podcast Introduction It’s Poetry Thursday. Our reading will be Ecclesiastes 3-4. I’m calling this episode “The True Measure of Wealth.” Summary Ecclesiastes 3-5, not the most inspiring chapters, but they’re a bit less hopeless than the first two. Chapter 4 caught my…

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S2E305-Psalms 125-127: Build a Life of Eternal Significance

Transcript Today’s Bible Translation Bible translation used in today’s episode: Ch. 125-127 ESV Podcast Introduction It’s Psalms Wednesday. Our reading will be chapters 125-127. I’m calling this episode “Build a Life of Eternal Significance.” Summary We need to involve God in our endeavors, whether it’s building a house or a family. When we seek God’s…

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S2E304-2 Chronicles 29-32: Revival

Transcript Today’s Bible Translation Bible translation used in today’s episode: Ch. 29 ESV; Ch. 30-31 NLT; Ch. 32 NIV Podcast Introduction It’s History Tuesday. Our reading will be 2 Chronicles 29-32. I’m calling this episode “Revival.“ Summary Hezekiah was a remarkable king who followed God faithfully, in contrast to his evil father, Ahaz. He took…

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S2E303-Deuteronomy 7-9: Staying Close to God

Transcript Today’s Bible Translation Bible translation used in today’s episode: Ch. 7 NASB, Ch. 8 NET, Ch. 9 NLV Podcast Introduction It’s the Law Monday, and our reading will be Deuteronomy 7-9. I’m calling this episode “Staying Close to God.“ Summary of Deuteronomy 7-9 Because of our forgetfulness, we must remain close to God. Listen…

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