God‘s Story Podcast

Brent Siddall
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God‘s story is the story of the Bible from Genesis to Revelation. But it‘s also humanity‘s story, the story of a world fallen and blown apart and of a world reshaped and restored. It‘s the beginning of all beginnings and the end of all ends. Join Brent Siddall and the Rev Ian ‘Reido‘ Reid as they explore God, time, salvation and the cosmos. Explore the stories of Western culture as they pivot and interact with the main narrative of salvation history.

  1. 6h ago

    Alastair Roberts on John 3

    What is being ‘born again’? What does it mean In the context of John’s gospel? Brent talks with Dr. Alastair Roberts of the Theopolis Institute in the States.  (0:25) Born again; (2:55) Birth and resurrection; (4:40) A new Exodus; (6:20) Nicodemus; (9:00) Water and the Spirit; (10:55) Flesh and Spirit; (12:30) Numbers; (15:30) John 3:16-21; (18:00) John’s baptism; (21:30) The bridegroom; (24:30) Christology Links mentioned in this episode: /alastairadversaria.com Leave some feedback: What should we talk about? Please let us know in the comments. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please give us a rating and leave a short review. Connect with us: godsstorypodcast@gmail.com godsstorypodcast.com Become a Supporter: If you’d like to help us make more great episodes like this one, please consider becoming a Patreon supporter. For as little as $5 a month, you’ll receive early access to new episodes plus bonus episodes and other goodies from time to time, and our undying gratitude. patreon.com/godsstorypodcast Thanks to our sponsors, Liquid Edge Creative who take care of the technical stuff behind the scenes.

    27 min

  2. 3d ago

    Alastair Roberts on John 2

    What’s the significance of the third day in John chapter 2? The third day after what? Brent talks with Dr. Alastair Roberts of the Theopolis Institute in the States.  (0:25) The third day; (2:00) Mary’s name; (4:30) The water and purification themes; (5:45) The book of signs; (9:30) Sabbatical themes; (10:30) The six water pots; (12:15) Water into wine; (13:45) The Temple cleansing; (16:20) A journey through the Tabernacle and Temple; (18:30) Jesus the Temple; (21:30) Zechariah and Nehemiah; (22:40) Jubilee Links mentioned in this episode: /alastairadversaria.com Leave some feedback: What should we talk about? Please let us know in the comments. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please give us a rating and leave a short review. Connect with us: godsstorypodcast@gmail.com godsstorypodcast.com Become a Supporter: If you’d like to help us make more great episodes like this one, please consider becoming a Patreon supporter. For as little as $5 a month, you’ll receive early access to new episodes plus bonus episodes and other goodies from time to time, and our undying gratitude. patreon.com/godsstorypodcast Thanks to our sponsors, Liquid Edge Creative who take care of the technical stuff behind the scenes. https://liquidedge.co.nz/

    24 min

  3. May 29

    Cara Shine – The Hallway Miracle

    In October 2002 random bullets turned everyday errands into life or death risks across the Washington DC area.  For one Jewish woman the Beltway sniper crisis became the breaking point that led to an unbreakable faith. Brent talks with Cara Shine about her new book ‘The Hallway Miracle: The Prayer That Opened a Jewish Heart to Jesus’. Cara is a retired award winning elementary school teacher with a passion for encouragement, anxiety management and ‘bridge building’ between the Old Testament and New Testament through her Jewish background.  She’s a lay pastor and ministry co-ordinator.   (1:00) The Beltway Snipers; (2:05) Early experience of Christians; (6:30) Childhood and Jewish traditions; (10:15) Teaching; (11:45) The shootings; (13:20) Panic attacks; (14:45) School and Christian influences; (18:00) The hallway; (23:30) Anxiety ministry; (25:30) Friends and family. Links mentioned in this episode: www.carashine.com www.amazon.com/Hallway-Miracle-Prayer-Opened-Jewish/dp/1963377974 Leave some feedback: What should we talk about? Please let us know in the comments. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please give us a rating and leave a short review. Connect with us: godsstorypodcast@gmail.com godsstorypodcast.com Become a Supporter: If you’d like to help us make more great episodes like this one, please consider becoming a Patreon supporter. For as little as $5 a month, you’ll receive early access to new episodes plus bonus episodes and other goodies from time to time, and our undying gratitude. patreon.com/godsstorypodcast Thanks to our sponsors, Liquid Edge Creative who take care of the technical stuff behind the scenes.

    29 min

  4. May 26

    Jane Zwart on Poetry – Oddest and Oldest and Saddest and Best

    Brent talks with Jane Zwart about her new Orison Books collection of poems called ‘Oddest and Oldest and Saddest and Best’. Jane teaches English at Calvin College in the States where she also codirects the Calvin Center for Faith and Writing.  Her poems have appeared in ‘The Southern Review’, ‘Threepenny Review’ and ‘Ploughshares’ as well as other journals and magazines.   (0:50) The start of the poetry; (2:50) Where does the poetry come from? (3:40) Parenting and poetry; (5:15) The inner child; (6:10) Favorite poets; (7:15) Themes; (8:50) Writing about God and faith; (11:05) The new collection; (14:45) ‘A Theodicy for Children’; (20:50) ‘My Sadness Is Complete’ Links mentioned in this episode: www.janezwart.com www.amazon.com/Oddest-Oldest-Saddest-Best-Zwart/dp/1949039684 Leave some feedback: What should we talk about? Please let us know in the comments. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please give us a rating and leave a short review. Connect with us: godsstorypodcast@gmail.com godsstorypodcast.com Become a Supporter: If you’d like to help us make more great episodes like this one, please consider becoming a Patreon supporter. For as little as $5 a month, you’ll receive early access to new episodes plus bonus episodes and other goodies from time to time, and our undying gratitude. patreon.com/godsstorypodcast Thanks to our sponsors, Liquid Edge Creative who take care of the technical stuff behind the scenes. https://liquidedge.co.nz/

    30 min

  5. May 22

    Ian Vaillancourt – Unfolding Redemption

    Do you find the Old Testament difficult? How does the Old Testament point us to Jesus? Brent talks with Ian Vaillancourt about his new IVP book ‘Unfolding Redemption: The Heart of the Gospel in the Story of Old Testament History’. Ian is professor of Old Testament and Hebrew at Heritage Theological Seminary in Cambridge, Ontario.  He’s the author of a number of books.    (0:45) Redemption and the Bible (1:45) The Hebrew Old Testament; (7:30) Joshua and the land; (9:30) How could we apply the Old Testament land promises today? (16:00) Ruth; (21:00) David and Jesus Links mentioned in this episode: www.amazon.com/Unfolding-Redemption-Gospel-Testament-History/dp/1514011549 Leave some feedback: What should we talk about? Please let us know in the comments. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please give us a rating and leave a short review. Connect with us: godsstorypodcast@gmail.com godsstorypodcast.com Become a Supporter: If you’d like to help us make more great episodes like this one, please consider becoming a Patreon supporter. For as little as $5 a month, you’ll receive early access to new episodes plus bonus episodes and other goodies from time to time, and our undying gratitude. patreon.com/godsstorypodcast Thanks to our sponsors, Liquid Edge Creative who take care of the technical stuff behind the scenes.

    30 min

  6. May 19

    Hannah Long Movie Review – The Big Country

    Brent and Hannah Long discuss the 1958 Western ‘The Big Country’ directed by William Wyler and starring Gregory Peck, Charlton Heston, Jean Simmons and Burl Ives among many others. Hannah is a passionate cinephile.  She writes cultural commentary and film criticism for a number of publications including ‘The Despatch’, ‘Angelus News’, ‘The Bulwark’, ‘First Things’ and ‘Christianity Today’.  (0:50) ‘The Big Country’ in the Western genre; (4:00) William Wyler; (5:15) The cast; (7:20) Technorama; (9:30) Photography; (9:50) The score; (12:10) Tension and menace; (13:40) McKay; (15:50) A clash of values; (17:00) Themes of violence and hatred; (18:10) Burl Ives; (20:20) Leech; (23:00) Julie and Pat Links mentioned in this episode: Leave some feedback: What should we talk about? Please let us know in the comments. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please give us a rating and leave a short review. Connect with us: godsstorypodcast@gmail.com godsstorypodcast.com Become a Supporter: If you’d like to help us make more great episodes like this one, please consider becoming a Patreon supporter. For as little as $5 a month, you’ll receive early access to new episodes plus bonus episodes and other goodies from time to time, and our undying gratitude. patreon.com/godsstorypodcast Thanks to our sponsors, Liquid Edge Creative who take care of the technical stuff behind the scenes.

    27 min

  7. May 15

    Karen Sjoblom – Holy Disturbance

    Why are we so afraid of suffering in the modern church? Brent talks with Karen Sjoblom the author of a new book called ‘Holy Disturbance: Reacquainting the Church and Her People with the Gifts of Suffering’. Over a nearly 40 year career Karen has written on healthcare, science, technology, nonprofits and education for myriad clients such as American Express, Blue Cross Blue Shield and many others.  She’s published a number of books.   (0:50) Ease and comfort in the church; (2:00) The book; (3:00) Knowing how to suffer; (5:50) Equipping for grief and suffering; (6:45) The Bible and suffering; (7:40) How God ‘disturbs’ us; (9:00) Discussing suffering; (11:30) How to respond to people who are suffering; (13:45) Can we use suffering to thirst more for God; (15:20) Ministries of presence; (22:00) Lament. Links mentioned in this episode: www.karensjoblom.com/about www.amazon.com/Holy-Disturbance-Reacquainting-Church-Suffering/dp/B0G4V6J8CS Leave some feedback: What should we talk about? Please let us know in the comments. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please give us a rating and leave a short review. Connect with us: godsstorypodcast@gmail.com godsstorypodcast.com Become a Supporter: If you’d like to help us make more great episodes like this one, please consider becoming a Patreon supporter. For as little as $5 a month, you’ll receive early access to new episodes plus bonus episodes and other goodies from time to time, and our undying gratitude. patreon.com/godsstorypodcast Thanks to our sponsors, Liquid Edge Creative who take care of the technical stuff behind the scenes.

    25 min

  8. May 12

    Meredith Miller - Wonder

    Have you ever wondered what to answer when your children ask you questions about the Bible or your faith? Brent talks with Meredith Miller about her new book from Worthy Books called ‘Wonder: 52 Conversations to Help Kids Fall in Love With Scripture’. Meredith is a pastor and parent whose unique combination of seminary training, 20 plus years’ experience in family ministry, and research expertise make her especially equipped to help families get to know Jesus.  Meredith is the lead pastor of Pomona Valley Church.  Previously, she’s been Curriculum Director for mega churches and a research assistant and consultant for the Fuller Youth Institute.   (1:00) Difficult questions; (2:45) Secret Option E; (4:30) Good conversations; (6:15) Coming to the Bible as kids; (7:50) God centered storytelling; (9:45) Wonder; (12:15) Bible stories; (16:50) The Creation account; (20:50) Questions; (23:00) Jesus’ walking on the water. Links mentioned in this episode: www.meredithannemiller.com www.amazon.com/Wonder-Conversations-Help-Kids-Scripture-ebook/dp/B0FBLV9JDV Leave some feedback: What should we talk about? Please let us know in the comments. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please give us a rating and leave a short review. Connect with us: godsstorypodcast@gmail.com godsstorypodcast.com Become a Supporter: If you’d like to help us make more great episodes like this one, please consider becoming a Patreon supporter. For as little as $5 a month, you’ll receive early access to new episodes plus bonus episodes and other goodies from time to time, and our undying gratitude. patreon.com/godsstorypodcast Thanks to our sponsors, Liquid Edge Creative who take care of the technical stuff behind the scenes.

    29 min
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God‘s story is the story of the Bible from Genesis to Revelation. But it‘s also humanity‘s story, the story of a world fallen and blown apart and of a world reshaped and restored. It‘s the beginning of all beginnings and the end of all ends. Join Brent Siddall and the Rev Ian ‘Reido‘ Reid as they explore God, time, salvation and the cosmos. Explore the stories of Western culture as they pivot and interact with the main narrative of salvation history.

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  • Creator
    Brent Siddall
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    503
  • Rating
    Clean
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