A Pew with a Brew: Christian Theology and Bible Study

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A PEW WITH A BREW 📖☕ Christian Theology Podcast | Bible Study and Faith For Scripture, doctrine, and real-life — over coffee or beer o’clock. Perfect for: • Bible enthusiasts seeking deeper insights • Theology discussion and chat • Everyday Christians exploring doctrine New episodes fortnightly! Email: apewwithabrew@yahoo.com Support theology over a brew: https://buymeacoffee.com/apewwithabq 🎧 Apple | Spotify | Amazon | Pocket Casts | Substack and more £3 Patreon 'espresso' tier

  1. 6d ago

    S3E4. You Are God’s Temple: Living Stones & Royal Priesthood

    In Episode 4 of Dwelling Places – God’s Temple, we evaluate the breathtaking reality that believers and the church as a flawed, messy entity are now God’s living temple. From the glory cloud filling Solomon’s temple to the Spirit indwelling every believer, discover how sacred space expanded from stone buildings to living stones. Explore 1 Corinthians, Ephesians, and 1 Peter as we discuss the royal priesthood of all believers, the collapse of sacred-secular divides, and why holiness is now corporate and relational. This episode challenges us to see Jesus in every face, guard the body as sacred space, and carry God’s presence into every corner of life. Timestamps: 00:00 – Welcome: God Dwells in Messy People 01:45 – Paul to Corinthians: “You Are God’s Temple” 03:30 – Fixed Temple to Mobile: Incarnation Shift 05:20 – Jesus as Temple → Spirit Multiplies the Presence 07:10 – Ephesians 2: Growing into a Holy Temple 09:00 – Living Stones & Priesthood of Believers 11:00 – Every Day Altar Space 13:20 – Holiness Is Corporate: Body as Sacred Space 15:40 – Gifts for the Common Good 18:10 – Where 2 or 3 Gather 20:30 – Imaging God: Icons of Christ 23:00 – Church as Preview of the New Jerusalem 25:40 – Final Reflection: Broken, Beautiful Temple 28:20 – Closing “Build Your Church, Lord” ☕ Support the brew: buymeacoffee.com/apewwithabq 🎧 Apple | Spotify | Amazon | Pocket Casts £3 Patreon 'espresso' tier → bonus episodes + early access : patreon.com/cw/apewwithabrew Keywords: God's temple, living stones, church as temple, Holy Spirit dwelling, royal priesthood, 1 Corinthians 3, Ephesians 2, 1 Peter 2, indwelling Spirit, body of Christ, spiritual house, sacred space, presence of God, holiness in community, every member ministry, temple theology, Christian community, church as body, indwelling presence, New Testament temple, theology podcast, Christian podcast Music: Bye, Bye Brain! by Alexander Nakarada | https://creatorchords.com Music promoted on https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Scripture quotations are from the ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. ESV Text Edition: 2025. The ESV text may not be quoted in any publication made available to the public by a Creative Commons license. The ESV may not be translated in whole or in part into any other language. Used by permission. All rights reserved.

  2. Sep 16

    S3E3. Jesus as Temple: Ezekiel’s Vision & New Jerusalem

    In Episode 3 of Dwelling Places – God's Temple, we explore the cosmic yet deeply personal story of God's presence from Ezekiel's heartbreaking vision of the Shekinah leaving the temple, through exile; the Second Temple's emptiness, to Jesus as the true Temple who tabernacles among us. Discover how the veil tears, the Spirit fills believers, and sacred space expands from a building to every person who follows Christ. This episode considers the temple's destruction in 70 AD, the end of animal sacrifices, and the stunning promise of the New Jerusalem where God Himself is the temple. Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro: Series Overview 01:15 – Ezekiel’s Vision: The Glory Departs 03:40 – Exile & Psalm 137: Silent Harps by Babylon 05:20 – Prophets of Hope: Haggai, Ezekiel, Isaiah 07:10 – 2nd Temple: No Glory 09:00 – Herod’s Grand Rebuild & Roman Eagles 10:45 – Jesus, John & "Behold the Lamb" 12:30 – Jesus Flipping Tables & "Destroy this temple" 14:20 – Jesus as True Temple: "The Word Tabernacled" 16:05 – Temple in Wine, Bread, Light, Living Water 18:10 – The Cross & the Torn Veil: End of the Old System 20:00 – Pentecost: Spirit Fills People 21:40 – Temple’s Destruction & Living Stones 23:15 – God & the Lamb Are Temple 24:50 – Final Encouragement & Closing ☕ Support the brew: buymeacoffee.com/apewwithabq 🎧 Apple | Spotify | Amazon | Pocket Casts £3 Patreon 'espresso' tier → bonus episodes + early access : patreon.com/cw/apewwithabrew Keywords: God's temple, Shekinah glory, Ezekiel temple, Second Temple, Jesus as temple, veil torn, Holy Spirit dwelling, living stones, new Jerusalem, tabernacle among us, temple theology, biblical temple, presence of God, John the Baptist, cleansing the temple, book of Hebrews, Pentecost, Eden restored, Christian podcast, theology podcast Music: Bye, Bye Brain! by Alexander Nakarada | https://creatorchords.com Music promoted on https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Scripture quotations are from the ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. ESV Text Edition: 2025. The ESV text may not be quoted in any publication made available to the public by a Creative Commons license. The ESV may not be translated in whole or in part into any other language. Used by permission. All rights reserved.

  3. Sep 2

    S3E2. Solomon's Temple: Portable Tabernacle to God's Permanent Dwelling

    Episode 2 of "God's Dwelling Places - The Temple" on A Pew with a Brew: "Solomon's Temple: From Portable Tabernacle to God's Permanent Dwelling." Journey from the wilderness Tabernacle to Solomon's magnificent Temple in Jerusalem. Explore David's desire to build a house for God, the divine promise of an eternal dynasty, Solomon's construction filled with Eden symbolism, the overwhelming glory cloud, and the tragic departure of God's presence due to idolatry. Discover God's uncontainable nature, Name Theology, prophetic visions of restoration, and ultimate fulfilment in Jesus as the true Temple. Timestamps: (00:00) Introduction and recap (01:50) King David's restlessness & temple wish (04:30) God's response: Dynasty over building, (07:40) Solomon's construction & symbolic design (10:20) Eden imagery, cosmic symbolism & bronze sea (13:10) The ark enters: Glory cloud fills the Temple (15:30) Solomon's prayer and Name Theology (18:00) Decline: Idolatry, glory departs, and exile (20:15) Prophetic hope, Jesus as Temple & future vision (21:40) Closing thoughts: God with us today ☕ Support the brew: buymeacoffee.com/apewwithabq 🎧 Apple | Spotify | Amazon | Pocket Casts £3 Patreon 'espresso' tier → bonus episodes + early access : patreon.com/cw/apewwithabrew Keywords: Solomon's Temple, Temple of Solomon, David's temple desire, Davidic covenant, Solomon's Temple dedication, God's glory cloud, Eden symbolism in Temple, Name Theology, Greg Beale, Jon Levenson, bronze sea, cherubim throne, idolatry in Israel, glory departs Temple, Ezekiel temple vision, Jesus true Temple, biblical theology, Old Testament temple, God's presence, Christian podcast, Bible study podcast, theology podcast Music: Bye, Bye Brain! by Alexander Nakarada | https://creatorchords.com Music promoted on https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Scripture quotations are from the ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. ESV Text Edition: 2025. The ESV text may not be quoted in any publication made available to the public by a Creative Commons license. The ESV may not be translated in whole or in part into any other language. Used by permission. All rights reserved

  4. Aug 21

    S3E1. Tabernacle: God, the Wilderness & His People

    Welcome to Episode 1 of the series "God's Dwelling Places - The Temple" on A Pew with a Brew. Discover how God brings portable Eden to the wilderness after the golden calf, showcasing profound grace in rebellion. Explore the Tabernacle's cosmic but grounded symbolism as a mobile temple echoing creation, rich Eden connections, the Shekinah glory, and ties to Jesus as the ultimate dwelling place. Ideal for exploring God's terrifying yet tender presence throughout Scripture. Timestamps: (00:00) Introduction to the series and God's presence (01:40) Eden to wilderness: A portable paradise (03:50) After the golden calf: Grace not abandonment (06:20) Ancient temple concepts & Walton's insights (08:30) Cosmic symbolism in the Tabernacle design (10:45) Eden echoes you can't unsee (13:10) Guided walk through the Tabernacle scene (16:20) The glory fills the Tabernacle and God's guidance (18:30) Yom Kippur, Jesus, and the torn veil (20:15) God with us today in the wilderness (21:30) Closing thoughts and grace ☕ Support the brew: buymeacoffee.com/apewwithabq 🎧 Apple | Spotify | Amazon | Pocket Casts £3 Patreon 'espresso' tier → bonus episodes + early access : patreon.com/cw/apewwithabrew Keywords: Tabernacle, Exodus Tabernacle, God's presence, biblical theology, Old Testament temple, portable Eden, Shekinah glory, golden calf, Day of Atonement, Yom Kippur, John Walton, Ancient Near East temple, Eden connections, God's dwelling, grace in wilderness, Moses tabernacle, Holy of Holies, Christian podcast, Bible study podcast, theology podcast. Music: Bye, Bye Brain! by Alexander Nakarada | https://creatorchords.com Music promoted on https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Scripture quotations are from the ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. ESV Text Edition: 2025. The ESV text may not be quoted in any publication made available to the public by a Creative Commons license. The ESV may not be translated in whole or in part into any other language. Used by permission. All rights reserved

  5. Aug 7

    S2E13. Luke 24: Finding Hope When You Can’t Pray Anymore

    When life feels unresolved and despair sets in, is it okay to be honest with God? Exploring Psalm 42–43 and the Emmaus Road (Luke 24), this raw, hopeful episode meets you in the dark places and shows how Jesus turns “we had hoped” into resurrection reality. Timestamps: 00:00 – Why we can’t leave Mark’s ending 00:55 – Psalm 42–43: A cry from the depths 02:20 – When you’re hanging on by a thread 04:10 – It’s OK to be brutally honest with God 05:45 – When you can’t pray (the irony of sanctification) 07:30 – Ezekiel 37: The valley of dry bones 09:50 – Despair is real, but transient 11:15 – The turning prayer of Psalm 43:3–4 12:40 – Luke 24: The Road to Emmaus begins 13:55 – “But we had hoped…” the lowest ebb 16:20 – Jesus re-reads the whole story (Hays + Barth) 18:40 – Hearts burning, eyes opened. The bread broken 20:30 – The 8th meal & dawning of a new day 21:45 - Luther’s ship: faith is getting on board 22:50 – Despair to hope… and to sharing it 24:00 – Re-reading Psalm 43 with resurrection eyes 25:00 – Closing: Hope has a name 🎧 Full Gospel of Mark series – search “A Pew with a Brew” ☕ Support the brew: buymeacoffee.com/apewwithabq 🎧 Apple | Spotify | Amazon | Pocket Casts £3 Patreon 'espresso' tier → bonus episodes + early access : patreon.com/cw/apewwithabrew Keywords: Bible study, Prayer in despair, Christian hope, Psalm 42, Psalm 43, Road to Emmaus, Luke 24, lament, biblical lament, feeling distant from God, doubt and faith, resurrection hope, why does God feel far, dry bones Ezekiel (with credit to R Knowles), N T Wright, Christian suffering, honest prayer, grief and faith, downcast soul, Jesus walks with us Music: Bye, Bye Brain! by Alexander Nakarada | https://creatorchords.com Music promoted on https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Scripture quotations taken from The Holy Bible, New International Version® NIV® Copyright © 1973 1978 1984 2011 by Biblica, Inc.™ Used by permission. All rights reserved worldwide.

  6. Jul 24

    S2E12. Mark 16: Did Jesus Really Rise from the Dead? The Empty Tomb

    Bible study on Mark 16. In the powerful finale to our series on Mark’s Gospel, we confront the question that changes everything: Did Jesus really rise from the dead—and what difference does it make today? Drawing on Paul’s ancient creed in 1 Corinthians 15 and the raw, breathless account of the empty tomb in Mark 16:1-8, we explore the eyewitness evidence, the women’s fearless witness, the abrupt (and controversial) ending of Mark, and why the resurrection isn’t just an Easter event—it’s the heartbeat of the Christian life every single day. Christ is risen. Everything stands or falls on this. Come hear why the tomb is still empty, and why that truth demands a response from every one of us. Timestamps: 00:00 The question that changes everything 00:48 1 Corinthians 15: ancient gospel creed 03:20 Why the resurrection is the centre 05:55 Mark 16 – the women at the tomb 08:12 Empty tomb & angel’s announcement 10:45 The disciples didn’t steal the body 12:30 The women: fear, joy, & witness 14:55 Controversial: Mark (v8 vs v9-20) 18:20 Why the “long ending” probably wasn’t original 20:15 Christ appeared to Paul, to 500, & you 21:40 Do not let fear mug God’s aspirations 23:10 Invitation: Say yes to the risen Jesus 24:23 Closing prayer and amen 🎧 Full Gospel of Mark series – search “A Pew with a Brew” ☕ Support the brew: buymeacoffee.com/apewwithabq 🎧 Apple | Spotify | Amazon | Pocket Casts £3 Patreon 'espresso' tier → bonus episodes + early access : patreon.com/cw/apewwithabrew Now also on Substack: https://substack.com/@apewwithabrew?utm_source=share&utm_medium=android&r=8qqoug Keywords: Jesus resurrection, Mark 16, empty tomb, 1 Corinthians 15, Gospel of Mark series, Did Jesus rise from the dead, women at the tomb, Mark’s ending, resurrection evidence, Easter every day, Christ is risen, Christian hope, eyewitness testimony, resurrection power, salvation, fear and joy, doubting Thomas, risen Savior, theology podcast Music: Bye, Bye Brain! by Alexander Nakarada | https://creatorchords.com Music promoted on https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Scripture quotations taken from The Holy Bible, New International Version® NIV® Copyright © 1973 1978 1984 2011 by Biblica, Inc.™ Used by permission. All rights reserved worldwide.

  7. Jul 10

    S2E11. Mark 14: The Lord’s Supper - What Happens at Communion?

    Bible study on Mark 14. In this episode of A Pew with a Brew, we return to the Lord’s Table through Mark 14:12–26 and 1 Corinthians 11. What actually happens when we take communion: the Lord’s Supper, the Eucharist? Why did Jesus give us this meal in the first place? We explore the Passover backdrop, Jesus’ shocking words about his body and blood, the meaning of covenant, and Paul’s call to discern the body. Together we look back to the cross, around at the family of faith, and forward to the coming kingdom wedding feast. Timestamps: 00:00 – Welcome & overview 00:42 – The Passover night (Mark 14:12–16) 02:30 – Jesus takes the bread and cup (Mark 14:22–25) 04:20 – This is my body… this is my blood – the shock 07:10 – The new covenant: Exodus → Jeremiah → Jesus 09:40 – 1 Corinthians 11 – Paul serious communion 12:15 – “Discerning the body” – what & why 15:30 – Eating & drinking judgment? A warning 17:45 – Three directions of communion 20:10 – How should we take the Lord’s Supper today? 21:30 – Closing & benediction 22:28 – End 🎧 Full Gospel of Mark series – search “A Pew with a Brew” ☕ Support the brew: buymeacoffee.com/apewwithabq 🎧 Apple | Spotify | Amazon | Pocket Casts £3 Patreon 'espresso' tier → bonus episodes + early access : patreon.com/cw/apewwithabrew Keywords: Communion, Lord’s Supper, Eucharist, Mark 14, 1 Corinthians 11, Passover, covenant, theology podcast, N T Wright, Jesus, gospel, koinonia, Christian teaching, sermon. Music Bye, Bye Brain! by Alexander Nakarada | https://creatorchords.com Music promoted on https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Scripture quotations taken from The Holy Bible, New International Version® NIV® Copyright © 1973 1978 1984 2011 by Biblica, Inc.™ Used by permission. All rights reserved worldwide.

  8. Jul 1

    S2E10. Mark 12: Jesus v Pharisees – Taxes, Resurrection & the Widow’s Coin

    Bible study on Mark 12: Jesus vs Pharisees, Herodians & Sadducees – a variety of questions, one stunning answer In this episode we walk with Jesus into Jerusalem as He faces three killer questions on taxes, resurrection and the greatest commandment. Watch Him silence the crowds, expose hypocrisy, unite love for God and neighbour, and reveal Himself as David’s Lord from Psalm 110. We end with the widow’s mite – the shocking reversal at the heart of the Kingdom. Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro: Jerusalem showdown begins 01:40 – Q 1: Taxes to Caesar 06:20 – Q 2: Resurrection & marriage 12:10 – Q 3: Greatest commandment 18:30 – “Whose son is the Messiah?” (Psalm 110) 23:45 – The widow’s offering – true greatness revealed 27:50 – Takeaway for today Perfect for Bible study groups, Christian discpleship, or anyone wrestling with Jesus’ authority, love, and the Kingdom of God. 🎧 Full Gospel of Mark series – search “A Pew with a Brew” ☕ Support the brew: buymeacoffee.com/apewwithabq 🎧 Apple | Spotify | Amazon | Pocket Casts £3 Patreon 'espresso' tier → bonus episodes + early access : patreon.com/cw/apewwithabrew Keywords: Mark 12, Jesus Pharisees, Caesar tax, Tertullian, resurrection marriage, greatest commandment. Music: Bye, Bye Brain! by Alexander Nakarada | https://creatorchords.com Music promoted on https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Scripture quotations taken from The Holy Bible, New International Version® NIV® Copyright © 1973 1978 1984 2011 by Biblica, Inc.™ Used by permission. All rights reserved worldwide.

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A PEW WITH A BREW 📖☕ Christian Theology Podcast | Bible Study and Faith For Scripture, doctrine, and real-life — over coffee or beer o’clock. Perfect for: • Bible enthusiasts seeking deeper insights • Theology discussion and chat • Everyday Christians exploring doctrine New episodes fortnightly! Email: apewwithabrew@yahoo.com Support theology over a brew: https://buymeacoffee.com/apewwithabq 🎧 Apple | Spotify | Amazon | Pocket Casts | Substack and more £3 Patreon 'espresso' tier

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