Summary of "A Year in the Bible with Daily Grace"
Episode: S4: Week 19 Day 5: Applying Deuteronomy 18:15-19 & Hebrews 1:1-2
Release Date: May 9, 2025
Host/Author: The Daily Grace Co.
Introduction and Overview
In this episode of A Year in the Bible with Daily Grace, hosts Beth and Alexa conclude Week 19 of Season 4, focusing on the application of Deuteronomy 18:15-19 and Hebrews 1:1-2. This series aims to guide listeners through the Bible, highlighting how Jesus is central to both the Old and New Testaments.
Beth opens the discussion by emphasizing the study's objective:
"Each week we will dive deeply into two passages of Scripture, one from the Old Testament and one from the new, seeing how they connect and point to Jesus."
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Alexa adds that the goal is to help listeners recognize Jesus as the focal point throughout the entire Biblical narrative:
"we are hopeful that through studying these passages each week, you will see how Christ is not only present throughout the entire Biblical story, but the center of it."
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Application of the Week's Passages
The primary focus is on applying the insights gained from the weekly scriptures to everyday life. Alexa initiates this segment by prompting Beth on how they intend to implement the week's teachings:
"Today we are going to be talking about how we plan on applying the passages that we read this week from the Old and New Testament."
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Beth shares her reflections on God's provision through Jesus Christ:
"God has made a way for us to experience his presence and his voice through Jesus Christ, that Jesus is the ultimate prophet and through him we see God's character..."
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She delves into the concept of fearing God, expressing gratitude for the balanced perspective the passages provided:
"I was really thankful for the reminder that God is all powerful and he is a God to be feared... I need to remember that he is God and that his power is greater than I could ever conceive of."
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Understanding the Fear of God
Beth elaborates on her personal struggle with the fear of God, oscillating between fearing Him too much and too little. She acknowledges the importance of maintaining a reverent fear that recognizes God's omnipotence without overshadowing His compassion:
"It is only through dwelling on that, on God's power, that we can see just how compassionate and good he is to send us Jesus..."
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Connecting to Hebrews 12:18-29
Alexa bridges the discussion to Hebrews 12:18-29, highlighting its relevance to the week's themes:
"Hebrews 12:18, 29 speaks to that incident you were talking about, Beth, in the beginning of the week in Exodus where the Israelites were afraid of God's presence..."
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She summarizes the passage, contrasting the Israelites' fear with the believers' access to God through Jesus:
"instead, you have come to Mount Zion, to the city of the living God, the heavenly Jerusalem, and to Jesus, the Mediator of a new covenant."
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Alexa emphasizes the dual nature of God's character as both mighty and compassionate:
"Because God is a consuming fire. We respond to him with reverence and awe... we can serve him out of joy rather than fear."
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Beth responds enthusiastically to this connection:
"Wow. I really, really love that. Thanks so much for sharing and making that connection with Hebrews 12..."
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Prayer Segment
Transitioning to a moment of prayer, Alexa introduces the segment:
"We are going to enter into a time of prayer now."
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Beth leads the listeners through three prayer prompts:
- Thanksgiving for God's desire to be known.
- Petition for revelation in areas needing a deeper fear of God.
- Praise for Jesus revealing God's character and delivering from sin.
"Thank God that He desires to be known by us... Praise God for sending Jesus to not only show us the character of God..."
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She closes the prayer segment by expressing excitement for continued study:
"We are so excited to see more of Christ in all of Scripture with you again next week..."
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Conclusion
Alexa wraps up the episode by directing listeners to additional resources:
"Be sure to check out our show notes for some helpful links and resources related to today's episode..."
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She encourages ongoing engagement with the podcast and social media platforms for further Bible study support:
"Make sure you're following Daily Grace Podcast and at the Daily Grace Co on Instagram for more Bible study resources and encouragement."
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The episode concludes with a warm farewell, inviting listeners to return for the next day's study:
"We're looking forward to studying God's Word with you again tomorrow. Bye friends."
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This episode masterfully intertwines the application of specific biblical passages with personal reflections and communal prayer, reinforcing the series' objective to highlight Jesus as the central figure of the Bible. By connecting Old Testament teachings with New Testament insights, Beth and Alexa provide a comprehensive guide for listeners to deepen their understanding and relationship with God.