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52 Weeks in the Word
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One of God’s greatest gifts to us is His Word. How can we learn how to read and treasure this precious gift?! Join Bible teacher Trillia Newbell and friends every Monday for 10 minutes as they share encouraging tips for staying in the Word as well as biblical truths to take your Bible reading to a deeper, more joy-filled level. Be encouraged as Trillia and friends guide you through 52 Weeks of reading God's word together! Available wherever you listen to your podcasts and on YouTube!
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Week 52: Surprises in Revelation with Nancy Guthrie
Dec 25, 202300:10:43Tap to summarizeWe’ve come to the very end of the mystery, wisdom, and wonder of the Bible! If you’ve joined us for this entire year, thank you. We trust that the Holy Spirit has met you in the pages of this Holy book. In this final conversation we chat all about the book of Revelation with Nancy Guthrie. Nancy Guthrie teaches the Bible at her home church, Cornerstone Presbyterian Church in Franklin, Tennessee, as well as at conferences around the country and internationally, including her Biblical Theology Workshop for Women. She is the author of numerous books, including Saints and Scoundrels in the Story of Jesus and God Does His Best Work With Empty. She is the host of the Help Me Teach the Bible podcast at The Gospel Coalition. She and her husband host Respite Retreats for couples who have faced the death of a child and are co-hosts of the GriefShare video series. This week’s reading: 2 John - Revelation 22 Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/podcast/52weeksSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Week 51: The Book of James with Courtney Doctor
Dec 18, 202300:11:45Tap to summarizeThere is some surprising and inspiring truth in the book of James. This small book is jam packed with wisdom on leadership, purity, and discipleship. Join us for a conversation with Courtney Doctor where we discover the beauty and wisdom contained in this book. Courtney Doctor (MDiv, Covenant Theological Seminary) serves as coordinator of women’s initiatives for The Gospel Coalition. She’s a Bible teacher and author of several Bible studies including From Garden to Glory: A Bible Study on the Bible’s Story, Steadfast: A Devotional Bible Study on the Book of James, and (coming soon) In View of God’s Mercies: The Gift of the Gospel in Romans. Courtney and her husband Craig have four children, two daughters-in-law, and five beautiful grandchildren. You can follow her on Twitter and Instagram. This week’s reading: Hebrews 7 - 1 John 5 Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/podcast/52weeksSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Week 50: The Book of Hebrews with Andrew Wilson
Dec 11, 202300:13:58Tap to summarizeEarlier in the year, we had a conversation with Jennifer Lucy Tyler all about gathering to study the Word - that conversation was based on Hebrews 10. What else can the book of Hebrews teach us? What does this letter reveal to God’s character? In this episode of 52 Weeks in the Word, we are joined by Andrew Wilson from the UK from a conversation all about Hebrews. Andrew Wilson (PhD, King’s College London) is the teaching pastor at King’s Church London and a columnist for Christianity Today. He’s the author of several books, including Remaking the World, Incomparable, God of All Things, and Echoes of Exodus. This week’s reading: 2 Thessalonians 1 - Hebrews 6 Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/podcast/52weeksSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Week 49: The Book of Galatians with Jarvis Williams
Dec 4, 202300:10:04Tap to summarizeThe book of Galatians is a relatively small book, and like many of the other books in the New Testament, it isn’t really a “book” at all. It is a letter - a letter from the Apostle Paul to a church in a town called Galatia. In this episode of 52 Weeks in the Word, Trillia is joined by Jarvis Williams for an episode all about Galatians - who were the Galatians? What did God task Paul to write to them? What can we learn from this letter all these years later? Jarvis J. Williams is associate professor of New Testament interpretation at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary and a preaching pastor at Sojourn Church Midtown in Louisville, Kentucky. He is the author of several scholarly articles and books, including One New Man: The Cross and Racial Reconciliation in Pauline Theology and Galatians (New Covenant Commentary Series). He is married to Ana and is father to Jaden. This week’s reading: 2 Corinthians 8 - 1 Thessalonians 5 Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/podcast/52weeksSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Week 48: The Book of Ephesians with Dr. Esau McCaulley
Nov 27, 202300:09:36Tap to summarizeThe book of Ephesians, as we know it in the Bible, was originally penned as a letter from Paul to the Christian church in Ephesus. What did the church in Ephesus need to hear? What was their context and why was it significant? How does this letter apply to us today? Join us for a conversation with Esau McCaulley - diving head first into the book of Ephesians. Esau McCaulley, PhD is an associate professor of New Testament at Wheaton College in Wheaton, IL and theologian in residence at Progressive Baptist Church, a historically black congregation in Chicago. His first book entitled Sharing in the Son’s Inheritance was published by T & T Clark in 2019. His second book Reading While Black: African American Biblical Interpretation as an Exercise in Hope was published by IVP academic in 2020. It won numerous awards including Christianity Today’s book of the year. Since then, his work has continued to expand into more public theology, and he is the author of many works including a new memoir How far to the Promised Land, and a children’s book entitled Josie Johnson’s Hair and the Holy Spirit. He is a contributing opinion writer for the New York Times. His writings have also appeared in places such as The Atlantic, Washington Post, and Christianity Today. He is married to Mandy, a pediatrician and navy reservist. Together, they have four wonderful children. This week’s reading: Romans 13 - 2 Corinthians 7 Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/podcast/52weeksSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Week 47: The Book of Romans with Courtney Doctor
Nov 20, 202300:12:04Tap to summarizeDo you have questions about the book of Romans? Who wrote it? Why did it mattered then? And why does it matters now? Explore the timeless truths and theological richness found within this remarkable letter penned by the apostle Paul. This conversation will illuminate the profound impact of Romans on Christian theology and its relevance in our lives today. Don't miss this enlightening discussion that promises to deepen your understanding of the book of Romans. Courtney Doctor (MDiv, Covenant Theological Seminary) serves as coordinator of women’s initiatives for The Gospel Coalition. She’s a Bible teacher and author of several Bible studies including From Garden to Glory: A Bible Study on the Bible’s Story, Steadfast: A Devotional Bible Study on the Book of James, and (coming soon) In View of God’s Mercies: The Gift of the Gospel in Romans. Courtney and her husband Craig have four children, two daughters-in-law, and five beautiful grandchildren. You can follow her on Twitter and Instagram. This week’s reading: Acts 19 - Romans 12 Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/podcast/52weeksSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Week 46: The Holy Spirit with Shai Linne
Nov 13, 202300:13:14Tap to summarizeJoin us for this episode of 52 Weeks in the Word with special guest, Shai Linne. In this episode, Trillia and Shai explore the pivotal role the Holy Spirit plays in the early church's growth and mission. Join them for a deep dive into the Book of Acts and discover the transformative power of the Holy Spirit in the life of believers, then and now. Shai Linne is a recording artist who has released numerous acclaimed Christian hip-hop albums, including The Atonement and The Attributes of God. After completing a pastoral internship at Capitol Hill Baptist Church in Washington, D.C. and serving as an elder at Del Ray Baptist Church in Alexandria, VA, Shai co-founded Risen Christ Fellowship, an inner-city church in his hometown of Philadelphia, PA. Previously, Shai wrote God Made Me and You and co-authored It Was Good: Making Music to the Glory of God. He lives in Philadelphia with his wife Blair and their three children, Sage, Maya, and Ezra. This week’s reading: John 20 - Acts 18 Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/podcast/52weeksSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Week 45: Major Themes in the Gospel of John with Courtney Reissig
Nov 6, 202300:11:00Tap to summarizeWelcome to 52 Weeks in the Word with your host, Trillia Newbell, and special guest Courtney Reissig. In this episode, we take a journey through the major themes in the synoptic Gospel of John. We discuss the profound teachings, miracles, and messages that define this Gospel and its significance in the Christian faith. Courtney Reissig is the author of Glory in the Ordinary: Why Your Work in the Home Matters to God, The Accidental Feminist: Restoring Our Delight in God’s Good Design, and Teach Me to Feel: Worshiping Through the Psalms in Every Season of Life. She is married to Daniel, has four sons, and they belong to Immanuel Baptist Church in Little Rock, Arkansas. You can read more of her writing on her blog or follow her on Twitter. This week’s reading: John 1 - 19 Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/podcast/52weeksSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Week 44: The Doctrine of Adoption with Blair Linne
Oct 30, 202300:10:35Tap to summarizeJoin host Trillia Newbell and special guest Blair Linne on a thought-provoking episode of 52 Weeks in the Word. In this installment, we discuss the profound question: What is the doctrine of adoption in the Bible? Together, we explore the biblical foundation and significance of adoption as a central theme in Christianity. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of God's love and our identity as His adopted children. Blair Linne is a spoken-word artist who lives in Philadelphia with her husband and their children. This week’s reading: Luke 8 - Luke 24Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/podcast/52weeksSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Week 43: The Importance of Gathering to Study the Word with Jennifer Lucy Tyler
Oct 23, 202300:10:58Tap to summarize52 Weeks in the Word is back with host Trillia Newbell and guest Jennifer Lucy Tyler. In this episode, we emphasize the vital role of gathering with your community to study the Bible. Focusing on the Gospels of Mark and Luke, we unpack the richness of shared faith experiences and the profound impact of communal Bible study. Washington D.C. native Jennifer Lucy Tyler is a wife, writer, bible teacher and the founder of Soul Circles. She is passionate about seeing women know God, study their bibles and live on mission in their day to day lives. With a passion to rightly divide the Word of Truth, Jennifer’s teachings and practical instructions will provide the Soul Circle attendees with basic tools to enhance their personal Bible study. This week’s reading: Mark 8 - Luke 7Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/podcast/52weeksSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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