Podcasts by Discover the Word Podcast

23. Wild Beasts | Discover the Word from 2021-10-03T04:00

God created the wild beasts as an important part of His very good creation. But when humans took things into their own hands and the world was broken by their fal...

22. The Gospels as Stories | Discover the Word from 2021-09-26T04:00

Dr. Jeannine K. Brown, a popular writer, teacher, and expert on the Gospels, joins the Discover the Word group to show us how reading the Gospels piecemeal, one s...

21. God in Three Persons | Discover the Word from 2021-09-19T04:00

Think about the hymn “Holy, Holy, Holy,” which calls God’s people to worship and communion with the God who is both accessible and mysterious. The first verse end...

20. Six Who Made a Difference | Discover the Word from 2021-09-12T04:00

Do our choices really make a difference? Yes! When we carefully—and creatively—invest our love for God, He can do great things through us. Our choices, stacked one upon another like dominoes in ...

19. God With Us | Week 2 | Discover the Word from 2021-09-05T04:00

Few promises of the Bible offer more reassurance than when God says “I will never leave or forsake you.” Who among us doesn’t want to believe that God is still with us—now? Yes, we see evidence ...

18. God With Us | Week 1 | Discover the Word from 2021-08-29T04:00

Few promises of the Bible offer more reassurance than when God says “I will never leave or forsake you.” Who among us doesn’t want to believe that God is still with us—now? Yes, we see evidence ...

17. What Does the Bible Say About Justice? | Discover the Word from 2021-08-22T04:00

Justice. What comes to mind when you see or hear that word? We've heard a lot about justice recently, and have so many thoughts, ideas, images, assumptions, and expectations of what jus...

16. Reading Hope with the Black Church | Discover the Word from 2021-08-15T04:00

Growing up in the American South, Esau McCaulley knew firsthand the ongoing struggle between despair and hope that marks the lives of some in the African American context. A key element in the f...

15. The Gospel in the Mountains | Week 2 | Discover the Word from 2021-08-08T04:00

In the Bible, there seems to be a love-hate relationship with mountains. It was in the mountains that Israel established “high places” where false gods were worshipped. Yet, it is nonetheless su...

14. The Gospel in the Mountains | Week 1 | Discover the Word from 2021-08-01T04:00

How do you view mountains? Do you see them as majestic? Intimidating? Beautiful? Dangerous? 

No matter how we might ...

13. When We Pray Like Jesus | Week 2 | Discover the Word from 2021-07-25T04:00

Most of us find prayer baffling. Sometimes even unsatisfying. At the heart of our struggle is a kind of tug-of-war between what we want and what God wants. We have certain “prayer problems.” In ...

12. When We Pray Like Jesus | Week 1 | Discover the Word from 2021-07-18T04:00

Most of us find prayer baffling. Sometimes even unsatisfying. At the heart of our struggle is a kind of tug-of-war between what we want and what God wants. We have certain “prayer problems.” In ...

11. Wait for It... | Discover the Word from 2021-07-11T04:00

Let’s be real. Modern culture is not a patient culture. We don’t like to wait for anything, and we’ve come up with just about every shortcut we can think of to get things done or in our possessi...

10. When Crisis Strikes | Discover the Word from 2021-07-04T04:00

A crisis has been defined as any event that is going to lead to an unstable and dangerous situation affecting an individual, group, community, or whole society. One teacher described a crisis mo...

9. The Impact of Place | Week 4 | Discover the Word from 2021-06-27T04:00

In this series on Discover the Word, the group explores the importance of "where" with our Bible geography expert Dr. Jack Beck. Jack is convinced that location almost always shapes our understa...

8. The Impact of Place | Week 3 | Discover the Word from 2021-06-20T04:00

In Discover the Word Podcast, the group explores the importance of "where" with our Bible geography expert, Dr. Jack Beck. Jack is convinced that location almost always shapes our understanding ...

7. Hearing Aids | Discover the Word from 2021-06-13T04:00

Most of us long to hear from God. Directly. In words we can clearly understand and respond to. Right? Scripture catalogues several instances of God speaking to humans, actually more than we migh...

6. The Land Between | Week 2 | Discover the Word from 2021-06-06T04:00

Dive deeper into our conversation with Jeff Manion’s book The Land Between Listen

5. The Land Between | Week 1 | Discover the Word from 2021-05-30T04:00

Pastor and author Jeff Manion joins Discover the Word to discuss observatio...

4. Live by Faith | Discover the Word from 2021-05-23T04:00

One of the tried and tested ways we learn is through repetition. Whether it’s multiplication tables, grammar rules, or other languages, repetition helps to embed ...

3. Dress Up! | Discover the Word from 2021-05-16T04:00

Remember playing dress up as a kid? You’d get in your mom’s or dad’s old clothes and role play adulthood. The Bible is filled with mentions of clothing – both literal and figurative, beginning i...

2. Mental Health in the Bible | Discover the Word from 2021-05-09T04:00

Dr. Christina Edmondson is convinced that since our brain is part of our body, we need to pursue good "brain health." Our brains are a gift from God and we need to be good stewards of our brains...

2. Mental Health in the Bible | Discover the Word from 2021-05-09T04:00

Dr. Christina Edmondson is convinced that since our brain is part of our body, we need to pursue good "brain health." Our brains are a gift from God and we need to be good stewards of our brains...

1. The Master of Forgiveness | Discover the Word from 2021-04-30T04:00

None of us escape being hurt deeply by others as we go through life. We've all been cheated on, lied to, swindled, dismissed, isolated, taken advantage of. And it's into that broken reality that...

1. The Master of Forgiveness | Discover the Word from 2021-04-30T04:00

None of us escape being hurt deeply by others as we go through life. We've all been cheated on, lied to, swindled, dismissed, isolated, taken advantage of. And it's into that broken reality that...

What Does The Good Samaritan Teach Us About Racism? from 2021-04-30T02:00

Nearly every country has struggled with the issue of racial divide. And ancient Israel was no exception! The Samaritans were considered outsiders among the Jewish people. And today on Discover…

The Outcast Has A Special Place In Jesus’ Heart from 2021-04-29T02:00

Every society has its outcasts. We tend to neglect those who are the most vulnerable and marginalized. Yet Jesus had a special place in His heart for those whom society…

Jesus Was Not Immune To The Pain Of Loss from 2021-04-28T02:00

The death of a loved one always leaves a gaping hole in our hearts and lives. And while Christians have the hope of eternal life, even Jesus Himself wasn’t immune…

Discover The Healing Compassion of Jesus from 2021-04-27T02:00

Most of us will never meet a person with leprosy. But in Jesus’ day, it was a devastating disease that destroyed lives and turned loved ones into outcasts. Today on…

How Did Jesus Show Compassion To The Blind? from 2021-04-26T02:00

Maybe you’ve heard the famous line from the hymn that goes, “I was once blind, but now I see.” Well, today on Discover the Word, we'll look at the special…

How Should We Care For Our Communities? from 2021-04-23T02:00

At church on Sundays, pastors tend to focus on feeding their flock spiritually. But sometimes our physical needs can get in the way of our hearing about our spiritual needs.…

“The Compassion of Jesus” from 2021-04-22T02:00

No family is immune to health problems. Illness, injuries, or chronic health issues can greatly impact our daily lives. And today on Discover the Word, we discuss what both sickness…

Can We Know What Matters Most To Jesus? from 2021-04-21T02:00

Whether it’s a favorite hobby or a new show on television, we all like to talk about the things we enjoy. And today on Discover the Word, the team considers…

Jesus Reflects The Heart Of Our Heavenly Father from 2021-04-20T02:00

You’ve probably heard the saying, “The apple doesn’t fall far from the tree.” And in a similar way, God the Son reflects the characteristics of God the Father! Today on…

What One Word Describes Jesus Best? from 2021-04-19T02:00

Trying to describe someone can be difficult. And how much more difficult to describe them . . . with just a single word! Today on Discover the Word, the team…

God Can Speak Life Into Any Situation from 2021-04-16T02:00

When relationships go sour and dreams go unrealized,  it can feel as if our life is over. But today on Discover the Word, the team, and special guest Rasool Berry…

God Will Never Waste Our Pain from 2021-04-15T02:00

Perhaps one of the most frustrating times in life is when our suffering seems pointless. We search for the silver lining or the lesson learned, but nothing obvious presents itself.…

God’s Plans Are Guaranteed! from 2021-04-14T02:00

You likely have countless appointments, errands, and meetings on your schedule at any given time. And while many of them will probably take place, none of them are a guarantee!…

Life Isn’t Fair, But God Is Good! from 2021-04-13T02:00

Everyone knows from experience that life isn’t fair. Often, our best efforts and purest intentions are met with roadblocks and failure. But today on Discover the Word, the team, and…

God Has Used Broken People Throughout History from 2021-04-12T02:00

No matter how much we may try to look like we have everything together, we’re all broken people. But gratefully, God has been using broken people to accomplish His will…

We Are All Broken And Need God’s Healing from 2021-04-09T02:00

Some Christians develop a sort of superiority complex, where they see themselves as perfect saviors rescuing a world of sinners. But in reality, we’re all broken people who need God’s…

Discover The Importance Of Rest from 2021-04-08T02:00

Most of us err on the side of scheduling too many activities, rather than giving ourselves too much time to relax. Well, today on Discover the Word, the team, and…

Why Does God Allow Suffering? from 2021-04-07T02:00

If God is good, then why does He allow suffering? That question has been asked in countless forms by countless individuals over the centuries. Today on Discover the Word, the…

What Does God Want To Accomplish In Your Life? from 2021-04-06T02:00

When you were a kid, what did you want to be when you grew up? An athlete? A teacher? Maybe a superhero? Today on Discover the Word, our team, and…

When God Asks The Questions from 2021-04-05T02:00

Well, it’s safe to say that we all have some questions we wish we could ask God. But when God asks humans questions, we would do well to pay attention!…

Jesus’ Resurrection And Others Who Were Raised To Life from 2021-04-02T02:00

Every year at Easter, we celebrate Jesus’ resurrection from the dead. But did you know that Jesus wasn’t the only one who had died who was later walking around the…

What Restricts Our Access To God? from 2021-04-01T02:00

A locked gate or a passcode-protected door indicates areas of restricted access. And as you read the Old Testament, it’s pretty clear that there were things that restricted people’s access…

Do Natural Events Have Supernatural Meaning? from 2021-03-31T02:00

Whether it’s earthquakes, tornados, hurricanes, every region has its natural disasters. But what if some of these natural events had supernatural meaning? Today on Discover the Word, we consider ho...

“Passion Mysteries” from 2021-03-30T02:00

In the summer of 2019, millions of people gathered outside to witness a total solar eclipse. But 2,000 years ago, people experienced an equally dramatic celestial event. Was it an…

Do Dreams Have Any Significant Meaning? from 2021-03-29T02:00

Have you ever woken up from a dream that left a troubling feeling you just couldn’t shake? I think we often wonder if our dreams have any significant meaning. But…

“Inseparable” from 2021-03-26T01:00

In the last year, many of us have experienced times of isolation, in the form of self-quarantine or stay-at-home orders. But today on Discover the Word, the team will give…

Revealing God’s Love from 2021-03-25T01:00

Talking about the difference between the words “nothing” and “anything” might seem like a pointless, pedantic exercise. But today on Discover the Word, we will work through the definitions of…

Nothing Can Separate Us From The Love Of Christ from 2021-03-24T01:00

In marriage, we make vows until “death do us part.” But when it comes to our relationship with God, death isn’t where that covenant ends! Today on Discover the Word,…

What Is Our Best Defense Against Spiritual Dangers? from 2021-03-23T01:00

Physical danger lurks around every corner and most of us have gotten pretty good at avoiding it. But what about a danger that’s harder to see? Today on Discover the…

When We Fall Short from 2021-03-22T01:00

Shame is a deeply intense emotion. It’s what we feel when we know we’ve messed up, or when we think we haven’t hit the mark. Today on Discover the Word,…

How Can God Satisfy Our Physical And Spiritual Hunger? from 2021-03-19T01:00

Food is one of our most basic needs in life. From one meal to the next, we need fuel to keep our bodies going. And today on Discover the Word,…

How Can Persecution Draw Us Closer To God? from 2021-03-18T01:00

While most Christians in North America aren’t at risk of dying for their faith, that’s not the case in other parts of the world. Every day, countless people are persecuted…

How Do You Carry On During Life’s Hardships? from 2021-03-17T01:00

There’s a big difference between a little healthy pressure and overwhelming stress. One motivates us, while the other completely stops us in our tracks. And today on Discover the Word,…

Be Encouraged When Life’s Troubles Weigh On You from 2021-03-16T01:00

When life’s troubles bear down on us, it can feel as if we might collapse under the weight. Well, today on Discover the Word, the team will consider the troubles…

Can Anything Separate Us From The Love Of Christ? from 2021-03-15T01:00

We’ve all had times when we’ve felt separated from God, wondering, “Where did He go? And does He still care?” Today on Discover the Word, we will open to Romans…

Removing Cultural Blinders from 2021-03-12T01:00

Have you ever tried reading something upside down? Sometimes a change in perspective is all you need to see clearly! Today on Discover the Word, the team, and authors Randy…

Context Is Everything from 2021-03-11T01:00

Reading a verse out of context can lead to some whacky interpretations, but what if we’ve been doing that without even realizing it? Today on Discover the Word, the team,…

How To Handle Tragedy from 2021-03-10T01:00

We’ve all experienced loss. But have you ever felt like you’re just supposed to soldier on, denying your grief?  Today on Discover the Word, the team, and authors Randy Richards…

Even King David Had His Shortcomings from 2021-03-09T01:00

King David was a man after God’s heart. But of course, even he had his shortcomings! Today on Discover the Word, the team, and authors Randy Richards and Brandon O’Brien…

Love God, Love Others from 2021-03-08T01:00

The gospel is sometimes summarized as, “Love God and love others.” But if that was Jesus’ message, why was He crucified? Today on Discover the Word, the team, and authors…

How To Correctly Approach Scripture from 2021-03-05T01:00

We all know Jesus wasn’t a 21st-century American, yet, we often read the Bible with cultural assumptions that make us think He was! Today on Discover the Word, the team,…

Understanding How To Read The Bible Today from 2021-03-04T01:00

The Bible was written for us, but it wasn’t written to us! So how does our culture today affect the way we read the Bible? Today on Discover the Word,…

Seeing The Bible With A New Cultural Lens from 2021-03-03T01:00

The Bible wasn’t written to 21st-century Americans. But it’s really difficult not to read our own cultural values into Scripture! Today on Discover the Word, the team and authors Randy…

Exposing Our Blind Spots from 2021-03-02T01:00

When you read your Bible, could you be wearing cultural blinders and not even know it? Today on Discover the Word, the team, and authors Randy Richards and Brandon O’Brien…

Misreading Scripture from 2021-03-01T01:00

With so many English translations available, it’s easy to forget that the Bible wasn’t written in our language. And today on Discover the Word, the team, and authors Randy Richards…

The Psalms Bring Us Hope And Encouragement from 2021-02-26T01:00

On rare occasions, life can be smooth and easy. But more often than not, the storms of life seem to keep crashing in with no relief in sight. Today on…

Discover The Truth Of God’s Help And Rescue from 2021-02-25T01:00

Death and sickness are a harsh reality of the world we live in, a truth that’s perhaps more apparent now than ever before in our lifetime. But today on Discover…

Rejoicing In Our Spiritual Freedom from 2021-02-24T01:00

The evil practice of slavery goes back thousands of years. Even today, millions of people are abused and exploited with no means of escape. But today on Discover the Word,…

The Bible Assures Us Of God’s Long-Awaited Rescue from 2021-02-23T01:00

Sometimes we go through seasons of life where it feels like God is nowhere to be found. But the Bible assures us that’s not the case! Today on Discover the…

Finding Hope Despite Our Troubles from 2021-02-22T01:00

Ecclesiastes chapter 3 says, “To everything, there is a season.” A time to laugh and a time to weep. And today on Discover the Word, the team will talk about…

God Is Still Greater from 2021-02-19T01:00

Dragons have played a key role in myths and legends for centuries. A dragon even makes an appearance in Scripture, but this time, it’s no fairytale! Today on Discover the…

Jesus, “The Lion Of Judah” from 2021-02-18T01:00

The Bible refers to Jesus as “the Lion of Judah.” But did you know that the Scripture also describes Satan as a lion? Today on Discover the Word, the team…

Lurking In The Shadows from 2021-02-17T01:00

Every good shepherd knows to be on the lookout because where there are sheep, there’s bound to be a wolf lurking in the shadows! Today on Discover the Word, we…

“The Unseen Enemy” from 2021-02-16T01:00

Everyone receives the gospel in a different way. Some embrace it, some reject it, and others are intrigued . . . but eventually fall away. Today on Discover the Word,…

Our Greatest Enemy from 2021-02-15T01:00

We live in two worlds, one seen and one unseen. So how does the spiritual realm differ from the physical realm? And are there invisible dangers lurking we can’t see?…

Life-Giving Bread Or The Bread Of Life? from 2021-02-12T01:00

We all need food to survive. But what’s the difference between life-giving bread and the Bread of Life?  Today on Discover the Word, we consider why Jesus would compare Himself…

What Does Bread Reveal About Our Need For Jesus? from 2021-02-11T01:00

Few things are more delicious than a warm slice of bread smothered in butter. But according to Scripture, bread does have a dark side! Today on Discover the Word, we'll…

What Purposes Do Feasts Serve Throughout Scripture? from 2021-02-10T01:00

Whether you’re hosting a celebration or catching up with an old friend, nothing brings people together quite like food. And today on Discover the Word, the team will see that…

Discover What Bread Represents In Scripture from 2021-02-09T01:00

When we say the Lord’s Prayer, we ask God to “give us this day our daily bread.” But there’s more to that request than just food! Today on Discover the…

“God, The Baker” from 2021-02-08T01:00

Bread has been a staple of the human diet for thousands of years. So it’s no surprise that the Bible would use such a relatable metaphor to communicate timeless truth.…