In Leviticus 25, we discuss a concept that rolls justice, freedom, economic opportunity, and family all in one. Follow along as Susan and Heather discuss the Jubilee--the Super Sabbath--and law that makes so much that was wrong, right again. We are happy you are part of the club. Make sure to take a peek at the show notes below for Hayley's recap! Show Notes Blog Leviticus Outline Show notes are also available to view on Susanme.com/shownotes/ We love feedback, but can't reply without your email...
Sep 19, 2022•51 min•Season 3Ep. 14
In Leviticus 23-24, we focus on ritual feasts--a focus on when and how to celebrate God's holy times. Join Susan and Heather as they discuss the seven holy days outlined in Leviticus. We are happy you are part of the club. Make sure to take a peek at the show notes below for Hayley's recap! Show Notes Blog Leviticus Outline Feasts + Festivals in the Bible Show notes are also available to view on Susanme.com/shownotes/ We love feedback, but can't reply without your email address. Message us your ...
Sep 12, 2022•40 min•Season 3Ep. 13
In Leviticus 21 + 22, we dive back into the priesthood, specifically the priesthood qualifications. These qualifications outlines how the priests were to be holy--the ultimate requirements to serve in God's tabernacle. Follow along as Susan and Heather discuss the central theme of the qualifications--reverence for God's holy things and holy times. We are happy you are part of the club. Make sure to take a peek at the show notes below for Hayley's recap! Show Notes Blog Leviticus Outline Show not...
Sep 05, 2022•40 min•Season 3Ep. 12
Last episode, we classified the laws four ways. In Leviticus 19 + 20, we see the thread that shows us how love fulfills the law. It is all summed up in this one command: "Love your neighbor as yourself". Listen along as Susan and Heather make sense of these two chapters. We are happy you are part of the club. Make sure to take a peek at the show notes below for Hayley's recap! Show Notes Blog Leviticus Outline Show notes are also available to view on Susanme.com/shownotes/ We love feedback, but ...
Aug 29, 2022•50 min•Season 3Ep. 11
Leviticus 17 + 18 covers more laws for the nation of Israel that can be classified four different ways: ritual laws, civil laws, health laws, and moral laws. Listen along as Susan and Heather discuss the various laws and their purpose to us studying today. We are happy you are part of the club. Make sure to take a peek at the show notes below for Hayley's recap! Show Notes Blog Show notes are also available to view on Susanme.com/shownotes/ We love feedback, but can't reply without your email ad...
Aug 22, 2022•44 min•Season 3Ep. 10
Leviticus 16 is the apex, the very heart of the whole book of Leviticus! The chapter covers the day of Atonement for the nation of Israel. (A very big deal.) Listen along as Susan and Heather discuss the importance of this day for the nation back then and even us today. We are happy you are part of the club. Make sure to take a peek at the show notes below for Hayley's recap! Show Notes Blog The Leviticus Outline The Tabernacle Leviticus Offerings Chart Show notes are also available to view on S...
Aug 15, 2022•38 min•Season 3Ep. 9
After Leviticus 12-14, chapter 15 outlines the last ritual purity law for people left. Remember, the purpose of these laws were to teach the Israelites how to be holy as God is holy. Following the laws allowed God to dwell in the tabernacle in the Israelite camp. Listen in as Susan and Heather read and explain the last ritual purity law, those regarding bodily fluids. We are happy you are part of the club. Make sure to take a peek at the show notes below for Hayley's recap! Show Notes Blog The L...
Aug 08, 2022•34 min•Season 3Ep. 8
You know how the first day of class is easy and then the next day you got hit with 3 book reports, 2 projects, and a lot of assigned reading? Well, Leviticus 11 was the first day of law school class on ritual purity laws for animals. Leviticus 12-14 is the next day of class as we cover purity laws for the people. In the next 3 chapters, we cover people purity laws regarding everything from childbirth to mold. We are about halfway into season three! We are happy you are part of the club. Make sur...
Aug 01, 2022•31 min•Season 3Ep. 7
Leviticus 11 brings us back to law school! Chapter 11 starts us into a new section covering rituals for purity. Listen in as Susan and Heather explain the difference between the different states of being clean, pure, or holy and how that affected the everyday lives of the Israelites. We are deep into season three! We are happy you are part of the club. Make sure to take a peek at the show notes below for Hayley's recap! Show Notes Blog The Path to Good or Evil The Leviticus Outline Show notes ar...
Jul 25, 2022•33 min•Season 3Ep. 6
In Leviticus 8-10, we take a break from law school to focus on the priests' ordination. As we see the grand opening of the tabernacle for worship and offerings, we need the priests to be ready to handle all the instructions regarding the tabernacle activities. The ordination readies the priests for the holy requirement the role requires. While an honor, priests were held to a higher standard meaning they had no room for error as we will see... We are making our way through season three! We are h...
Jul 18, 2022•36 min•Season 3Ep. 5
Leviticus 6-7 might appear repetitive to the untrained ear but it's not! While Moses does repeat the offering details we have heard in previous chapters, there is one nuance here--the laws were instructions to the priests rather than to the people. While the people needed to know how and what to offer, the priests needed instructions on how to make those offerings too. It all worked together. Welcome to Season three! We are happy you are part of the club. Make sure to take a peek at the show not...
Jul 11, 2022•34 min•Season 3Ep. 4
Last episode we dived into 3 type of offerings. Today, we cover the last two. All the offerings worked together to provide a temporary solution to the separation of God and man. Susan and Heather cover the purification or sin offering and the guilt offering details in week two of ritual law school. Listen in as we cover Leviticus 4 and 5! Welcome to Season three! We are happy you are part of the club. Make sure to take a peek at the show notes below for Hayley's recap! Show Notes Blog The Separa...
Jul 04, 2022•31 min•Season 3Ep. 3
What comes to mind when we hear the word 'ritual'? Although rituals can get a bad rap, the rituals laid out by God to Moses and the Israelites had multiple purposes. They acted as reminders, visible symbols, and even helped to bridge the gap for the Israelites between their world and God's world. Are you intrigued yet? Listen in as Susan and Heather unlock the reason behind the various burnt, grain, and fellowship offerings prescribed to the Israelites in Leviticus 1-3. Welcome to Season three! ...
Jun 27, 2022•25 min•Season 3Ep. 2
In the Leviticus overview, Susan and Heather give us multiple reasons to dive into Leviticus and to be excited rather than overwhelmed by the law-heavy book. Susan shows us that Leviticus is the story of how God provided a way for the people of Israel to live in his holy presence. Don't underestimate this Old Testament book as a lesson for the people of the past-- it has crucial lessons for our time too! Welcome to season three! We are happy you are part of the club. Make sure to take a peek at ...
Jun 20, 2022•29 min•Season 3Ep. 1
Join us in Exodus 38-40 in celebrating the completion of the Tabernacle—a pivotal moment for the Israelites and their relationship with God. The entire construction was done as the Lord commanded, reflecting the power of obedience and blessing. Discover how the Tabernacle mirrors the creation of the world, marking a new beginning for God's people. We are happy you are part of the club! Blog The Tabernacle printable The Priest Outfit Illustration We love feedback, but can't reply without your ema...
Jun 13, 2022•35 min•Season 2Ep. 24
In Exodus 35-27, we see see a reiteration of some instructions to the Israelites. Specifically, Moses commends the Israelites to obey the Sabbath and to contribute and participate in the building of the tabernacle. We discover the divine pattern and purpose behind God's instructions for building the tabernacle and observing the Sabbath. Explore how these commands frame the Golden Calf rebellion and reconciliation, highlighting Moses' pivotal role as mediator of the covenant. We are happy you are...
Jun 06, 2022•24 min•Season 2Ep. 23
In Exodus 33-34, we are seeing the aftermath of a breakup scene between the Israelites and God. The Israelites have cheated on God and Moses mediates on their behalf. Join us as we delve into the inspiring story of Moses negotiating with God, demonstrating the power of faith and perseverance. Witness how Moses' unwavering dedication leads to the renewal of the covenant and God's continued guidance for the Israelites. We are happy you are part of the club! Blog We love feedback, but can't reply w...
May 30, 2022•36 min•Season 2Ep. 22
In Exodus 32, we see the nation of Israel mess up while Moses is up on the mountain speaking with God. This week, we deviate from our typical plot of the Moses narrative with a huge twist. In Exodus 32, explore themes of faith, leadership, and redemption as Moses pleads for his people amidst rebellion and divine wrath. Understand the significance of trust and the consequences of turning away from God. We are happy you are part of the club! Blog The Path to Good or Evil We love feedback, but can'...
May 23, 2022•40 min•Season 2Ep. 21
In Exodus 29-31, we see the final details of God's plans for the tabernacle. These chapters focus on instructions for the daily offerings to God and particularly on the importance of the Sabbath. We are happy you are part of the club! Show Notes Blog The Tabernacle Season 2, Episode 18: Moses’s 40 Days and 40 Nights Show notes are also available to view on Susanme.com/shownotes We love feedback, but can't reply without your email address. Message us your thoughts and contact info! Contact Bible ...
May 16, 2022•26 min•Season 2Ep. 20
In Exodus 28-29, we see the intricate nature and symbolism that went into every part of the priest's garments from the feet all the way up to the turban. We are happy you are part of the club! Show Notes: Blog Priest Outfit Season 1, Episode 14: The Mysterious Melchizedek + Abraham's Victory Show notes are also available to view on Susanme.com/shownotes We love feedback, but can't reply without your email address. Message us your thoughts and contact info! Contact Bible Book Club Donate or pick ...
May 09, 2022•37 min•Season 2Ep. 19
In Exodus 25-27, we get the details of all the areas that make the tabernacle. We get an outline of the tabernacle, the courtyard, the lampstand...the list goes on...all making way for the Israelites to meet with God. We are happy you are part of the club! Shownotes: Blog The Tabernacle Show notes are also available to view on Susanme.com/shownotes We love feedback, but can't reply without your email address. Message us your thoughts and contact info! Contact Bible Book Club Donate or pick up me...
May 02, 2022•37 min•Season 2Ep. 18
In Exodus 23-24, the Angel gets an even bigger spotlight and the Mosaic Covenant is outlined. Follow along with Susan and Heather as they discuss it all in detail. We are happy you are part of the club. Show notes are also available to view on Susanme.com/shownotes Show Notes Blog We love feedback, but can't reply without your email address. Message us your thoughts and contact info! Contact Bible Book Club Donate or pick up merch here Like, comment, or message us through Bible Book Club's Insta...
Apr 25, 2022•33 min•Season 2Ep. 17
In Exodus 22-23, Moses details more of the civil laws God gave to the nation of Israel. They include everything from laws about worship, slavery, personal injury, and property. Listen in as Susan and Heather discuss why these laws are important for us to learn about today. We are happy you are part of the club. Make sure to take a peek at the show notes below for Hayley's recap! Show Notes Blog Feasts and Festivals in the Bible Show notes are also available to view on Susanme.com/shownotes We lo...
Apr 18, 2022•25 min•Season 2Ep. 16
In Exodus 21-22, Moses includes details about the laws in the Book of the Covenant including laws about worship, slavery, personal injury, and property. God is providing civil laws which will help them live as a nation. We are happy you are part of the club. Make sure to take a peek at the show notes below for Hayley's recap! Show Notes Blog ACTS prayer Show notes are also available to view on Susanme.com/shownotes We love feedback, but can't reply without your email address. Message us your tho...
Apr 11, 2022•36 min•Season 2Ep. 15
Ever wondered what happens after the mics are turned off on the Bible Book Club podcast? Here's just a glimpse of the discussion that can take place between our hosts, Susan and Heather as well as our editor Buck and producer Hayley. Enjoy! We love feedback, but can't reply without your email address. Message us your thoughts and contact info! Contact Bible Book Club Donate or pick up merch here Like, comment, or message us through Bible Book Club's Instagram Like or comment on Susan's Facebook ...
Apr 06, 2022•9 min•Season 2Ep. 14
In Exodus 19-20, we see God lay down the law of his chosen nation through the 10 Commandments. These commandments would ensure the people having a right relationship with God and each other so they could be set apart for all the world to see. We are happy you are part of the club. Make sure to take a peek at the show notes below for Hayley's recap! Show Notes Blog Show notes are also available to view on Susanme.com/shownotes We love feedback, but can't reply without your email address. Message ...
Apr 04, 2022•40 min•Season 2Ep. 14
In Exodus 17-18, we see the Israelites get attacked by the Midianites. Moses battles fatigue and God shows the Israelites that they need to work with Moses instead of against him. We are happy you are part of the club. Make sure to take a peek at the show notes below for Hayley's recap! Show Notes Blog The Route of the Exodus Show notes are also available to view on Susanme.com/shownotes We love feedback, but can't reply without your email address. Message us your thoughts and contact info! Cont...
Mar 28, 2022•33 min•Season 2Ep. 13
In Exodus 15-16, the Israelites grumble about food and water. It's here that we see the grace of God as he provides for the ungrateful people daily. God shows up even when the people lack faith. We are happy you are part of the club. Make sure to take a peek at the show notes below for Hayley's recap! Show Notes Blog The Route of the Exodus Show notes are also available to view on Susanme.com/shownotes We love feedback, but can't reply without your email address. Message us your thoughts and con...
Mar 21, 2022•35 min•Season 2Ep. 12
In Exodus 13-14, Pharaoh sets out to attack the Israelites. God steps in through his cloud and parting the Red Sea--leading the way to safety for his nation. We are happy you are part of the club. Make sure to take a peek at the show notes below for Hayley's recap! Show Notes Blog Moses Timeline The Route of the Exodus Show notes are also available to view on Susanme.com/shownotes We love feedback, but can't reply without your email address. Message us your thoughts and contact info! Contact Bib...
Mar 14, 2022•35 min•Season 2Ep. 11
In Exodus 12, we get the set up of the Passover as God prepares the Israelites for departure out of Egypt. Join Heather and Susan as they discuss the first Passover and the consequences for the firstborns of both Egypt and Israel. We are happy you are part of the club. Make sure to take a peek at the show notes below for Hayley's recap! Show Notes Blog Show notes are also available to view on Susanme.com/shownotes We love feedback, but can't reply without your email address. Message us your thou...
Mar 07, 2022•34 min•Season 2Ep. 10