The BEMA Podcast

56: Jeremiah — Weeping

55: 2 Isaiah — Woe

54: Zephaniah — T'shuvah

53: Nahum — Diyn

52: Jonah — Potential

51: 1 Isaiah — Vineyard

50: Micah — Judge

Verastikh (Hosea)

49: Hosea — Prostitute

48: Amos — Plumb Line

In this episode of The BEMA Podcast, Marty Solomon and Brent Billings begin a journey through the prophets, starting with Amos. They plan to dedicate one podcast to each prophet, focusing on the pre-Assyrian prophets, including Hosea, Micah, and First Isaiah. Marty expresses his love for the prophets and emphasizes the...

47: The Lord’s Mouthpiece

In this episode of The BEMA Podcast, Marty Solomon and Brent Billings delve into the prophetic books of the Tanakh, emphasizing the importance of understanding the historical context and the intended audience of the prophetic messages. They discuss the shift from viewing wisdom literature as individual guidance to unde...

46: Song of Sexuality

In this episode of The BEMA Podcast, Marty Solomon and Brent Billings delve into the often-avoided topic of sexuality through the lens of the Song of Songs. Marty explains the book's placement within the Ketuvim and its role as a tool for understanding relationships in the wisdom literature tradition. He critiques the ...

45: Wisdom and Meaning

In this episode of The BEMA Podcast, Marty Solomon, Brent Billings, and Kevin Luo delve into wisdom literature, specifically Proverbs and Ecclesiastes, framing them as essential "tools" for navigating life's challenges. They review the redemption cycle from the Torah through the period of kings, leading to a discussion...

44: Our Harps in the Trees

In this episode of The BEMA Podcast, Marty Solomon, along with co-host Brent Billings and returning guest Kevin Luo, delve into the collection of ancient songs known as the Psalms. They discuss the purpose and variety of the Psalms, highlighting how they serve as tools for navigating the redemption cycle and provide a ...

43: Go in Peace

In this episode of The BEMA Podcast, Marty Solomon and Brent Billings wrap up their series on the kings of Israel by exploring the story of Naaman from 2 Kings 5 and its practical lessons. Marty begins with a review of the biblical narrative, from Genesis to the period of the kings, emphasizing the themes of trust, the...

42: The Fire of Elijah

In this episode of The BEMA Podcast, Marty Solomon and Brent Billings delve into the biblical story of Elijah (Eliyahu), exploring the historical context of the kings of Israel, the reign of Ahab and Jezebel, and the confrontation with Baal worship. They discuss Elijah's fiery character, his challenge on Mount Carmel, ...

41: The Story Behind the Story

In this episode of The BEMA Podcast, Marty Solomon and Brent Billings delve into the different perspectives presented in the books of Samuel/Kings and Chronicles regarding the history of the United Kingdom of Israel, specifically focusing on the reigns of David and Solomon. They explore how Samuel/Kings emphasizes immo...

40: One Story, Two Sources

In this episode of The BEMA Podcast, Marty Solomon and Brent Billings begin a study of the historical record of the United Kingdom of Israel, focusing on the books of Samuel, Kings, and Chronicles. They review Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, Deuteronomy, Joshua, Judges, and Ruth, describing the narrative as a tale...

39: A King After God’s Own Heart

In this episode of The BEMA Podcast, Marty Solomon and Brent Billings delve into the life of David, specifically focusing on the David and Goliath story. Marty acknowledges Ray Vanderlaan's teachings as a significant influence on his understanding of the narrative, while also referencing Malcolm Gladwell's TED Talk on ...

38: A Donkey Herder to Lead Us

In this episode of The BEMA Podcast, Marty Solomon and Brent Billings delve into the stories of Israel's first two kings, Saul and David, found in 1 Samuel. They begin by reviewing previous episodes, highlighting key themes such as trusting God, the tale of two kingdoms, and the mission to bless all nations. They discu...