Biblically Speaking

Cassian Bellino
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Do you every wish you could raise your hand in church to clarify what the pastor just said? Do you need more context? I felt the same way. So I sat down with PhDs, theologians, and scholars and hit "Record." Biblically Speaking is for curious Christians seeking clear answers to big Bible questions. Each episode unpacks Scripture in context so you can understand the Word as if you were there when it happended, making the Bible easier to understand and God easier to know and love. If you're looking to grow in faith with real insights and a fresh perspective, this podcast is your guide.

  1. 1d ago

    #113 Why Does God Allow Suffering? A Psychologist and Cancer Survivor Answers + Dr. Liz Hall

    Is Paul asking for suffering, accepting unavoidable suffering, or discovering Christ within suffering that is already happening? What does “participation” or “fellowship” in Christ’s sufferings actually mean? Is there something about Jesus that Paul believes cannot be known intellectually—that must be experienced? Support this show!! : https://www.bibspeak.com/#donate Grab your free gift: the top 10 most misunderstood Biblical verses:  https://info.bibspeak.com/10-verses-clarified Join the newsletter (I only send 2 emails a week):  https://www.bibspeak.com/#newsletter Temple Keepers Academy Join here : 👉 https://thetemplekeepers.com/online-academy?am_id=thebiblicallyspeakingpodcast 1:1 coaching  with Temple Keepers :  https://thetemplekeepers.com/one-on-one-coaching Download Logos Bible Software for your own personal study: http://logos.com/biblicallyspeaking Sign up for Riverside: https://www.riverside.fm/?utm_campaig… Join PodMatch here: https://www.joinpodmatch.com/biblicallyspeaking Support this show!! : https://www.bibspeak.com/#donate   Dr. Liz Hall is Professor of Psychology at Rosemead School of Psychology, Biola University, where she specializes in the integration of psychology and theology. For the past ten years she has been leading an interdisciplinary team to study the resources Christianity brings to the task of finding meaning in the midst of suffering. This work, featured in her book, When the Journey Hurts, aims to make the rich resources of the faith easily accessible to people going through difficult times. She co-authored Relational Spirituality with her husband, Todd Hall, and has published over 150 articles and book chapters on a variety of psychological topics. Her work has been recognized through numerous awards including the American Psychological Association’s William C. Bier Award and the Christian Association for Psychological Study's Narramore Award. She lives in California with her husband Todd and delights in spending time with their two adult sons, Brennan and Aiden. website: drlizhall.com Recommended reading from the episode:   1. When the Journey Hurts: Finding Meaning in Suffering for Heart, Mind, and Soul — M. Elizabeth Lewis Hall, Jason McMartin, and Kelly M. Kapic https://www.amazon.com/s?k=When+the+Journey+Hurts+Liz+Hall 2. Dark Clouds, Deep Mercy: Discovering the Grace of Lament — Mark Vroegop https://www.crossway.org/books/dark-clouds-deep-mercy-tpb/ 3. Hurting with God: Learning to Lament with the Psalms — Glenn Pemberton https://store.acupressbooks.com/products/hurting_with_god https://open.spotify.com/show/1OBPaQj…

  2. Oct 13

    #112 What the Bible Actually Says About Abortion + Dr. William Lile, The Pro Life Doc

    Is abortion a modern issue—or one the biblical world already knew about? Does the Bible explicitly address abortion—or does it build a broader theology of life? Where do Christian convictions intersect with modern reproductive medicine? Support this show!! : https://www.bibspeak.com/#donate Grab your free gift: the top 10 most misunderstood Biblical verses:  https://info.bibspeak.com/10-verses-clarified Join the newsletter (I only send 2 emails a week):  https://www.bibspeak.com/#newsletter Temple Keepers Academy Join here : 👉 https://thetemplekeepers.com/online-academy?am_id=thebiblicallyspeakingpodcast 1:1 coaching  with Temple Keepers :  https://thetemplekeepers.com/one-on-one-coaching Download Logos Bible Software for your own personal study: http://logos.com/biblicallyspeaking Sign up for Riverside: https://www.riverside.fm/?utm_campaig… Join PodMatch here: https://www.joinpodmatch.com/biblicallyspeaking Support this show!! : https://www.bibspeak.com/#donate   Dr. William Lile, known nationwide as “The ProLife Doc,” is a board-certified OB/GYN, former department chair, and founder of the ProLife Doc ministry. In 1999, he took over Pensacola’s largest abortion provider, and on day one, ended all abortion services and referrals. Since then, he’s been on a mission to educate and inspire, using his medical expertise and biblical convictions to defend the lives of the unborn. Dr. Lile specializes in diagnosing and treating complex conditions before birth. From performing fetal heart surgeries to administering blood transfusions to unborn babies, his work presents a powerful and undeniable truth that these unborn children are patients who deserve the same rights and protections as anyone else.  Through powerful visuals, real medical knowledge, and unapologetic biblical truth, Dr. Lile speaks across the country at churches, schools, and pregnancy resource centers, equipping others to stand boldly for life. He’s also the creator of the ProLife Doc Curriculum—an 8-module educational series that features stunning medical animations, expert commentary, and interactive workbook content. Dr. Lile’s message is clear, hopeful, and deeply compelling: a patient is a person, no matter how small—and every life is made in the image of God.website: prolifedoc.org Recommended reading from the episode:   1. What the Bible Says about Abortion, Euthanasia, and End-of-Life Medical Decisions — Wayne Grudem A concise biblical exploration of abortion, unborn human life, difficult pregnancy decisions, and end-of-life ethics. Read about the book. 2. Bioethics and the Christian Life: A Guide to Making Difficult Decisions — David VanDrunen Examines how biblical truth informs decisions about abortion, infertility treatments, embryos, and other medical dilemmas. Read about the book. 3. Bioethics: A Primer for Christians — Gilbert Meilaender A thoughtful introduction to Christian medical ethics, including abortion, assisted reproduction, prenatal screening, and the dignity of human life. Read about the book. https://open.spotify.com/show/1OBPaQj…

  3. Oct 6

    # 111 PART 2 Understanding the Moses we miss when reading Exodus + Dr. Mallory Chappell

    Now Moses says, “I'm not going unless YOU go.” What changed? What exactly is God's “Presence”? God had discussed sending an angel ahead of them. Why isn't that enough for Moses? Support this show!! : https://www.bibspeak.com/#donate Grab your free gift: the top 10 most misunderstood Biblical verses:  https://info.bibspeak.com/10-verses-clarified Join the newsletter (I only send 2 emails a week):  https://www.bibspeak.com/#newsletter Temple Keepers Academy Join here : 👉 https://thetemplekeepers.com/online-academy?am_id=thebiblicallyspeakingpodcast 1:1 coaching  with Temple Keepers :  https://thetemplekeepers.com/one-on-one-coaching Download Logos Bible Software for your own personal study: http://logos.com/biblicallyspeaking Sign up for Riverside: https://www.riverside.fm/?utm_campaig… Join PodMatch here: https://www.joinpodmatch.com/biblicallyspeaking Support this show!! : https://www.bibspeak.com/#donate   Dr. Mallory Chappell earned her PhD in Bible Exposition from Liberty University in August of 2025. Her research focused on identifying Classical Greek influences on the translator of Septuagint Genesis. She currently teaches various Bible and History courses. Outside of her academic work, Dr. Chappell is the Discipleship Pastor at her church. IG account: https://www.instagram.com/mallorychappell/ substack: https://open.substack.com/pub/mallorychappell Recommended reading from the episode:   1. Exodus for Normal People: A Guide to the Story—and History—of the Second Book of the BiblePeter Enns -  https://www.amazon.com/dp/1964423171?lv=shuf&channelId=500&plpRedirect=mhFallback 2. The Lost World of the Torah: Law as Covenant and Wisdom in Ancient ContextJohn H. Walton & J. Harvey Walton   https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09BBL5K5D?lv=shuf&channelId=500&plpRedirect=mhFallback 3. Moses: A Life - Jonathan Kirsch https://www.amazon.com/dp/1574533185?lv=shuf&channelId=500&plpRedirect=mhFallback https://open.spotify.com/show/1OBPaQj…

  4. Sep 22

    # 110 Understanding the Moses we miss when reading Exodus + Dr .Mallory Chappell

    Where exactly is Moses in his life? How long has he been away from Egypt? What do we know about Midian and Moses' life there? Support this show!! : https://www.bibspeak.com/#donate Grab your free gift: the top 10 most misunderstood Biblical verses:  https://info.bibspeak.com/10-verses-clarified Join the newsletter (I only send 2 emails a week):  https://www.bibspeak.com/#newsletter Temple Keepers Academy Join here : 👉 https://thetemplekeepers.com/online-academy?am_id=thebiblicallyspeakingpodcast 1:1 coaching  with Temple Keepers :  https://thetemplekeepers.com/one-on-one-coaching Download Logos Bible Software for your own personal study: http://logos.com/biblicallyspeaking Sign up for Riverside: https://www.riverside.fm/?utm_campaig… Join PodMatch here: https://www.joinpodmatch.com/biblicallyspeaking Support this show!! : https://www.bibspeak.com/#donate   Dr. Mallory Chappell earned her PhD in Bible Exposition from Liberty University in August of 2025. Her research focused on identifying Classical Greek influences on the translator of Septuagint Genesis. She currently teaches various Bible and History courses. Outside of her academic work, Dr. Chappell is the Discipleship Pastor at her church. IG account: https://www.instagram.com/mallorychappell/ Recommended reading from the episode:   1. Exodus for Normal People: A Guide to the Story—and History—of the Second Book of the BiblePeter Enns -  https://www.amazon.com/dp/1964423171?lv=shuf&channelId=500&plpRedirect=mhFallback 2. The Lost World of the Torah: Law as Covenant and Wisdom in Ancient ContextJohn H. Walton & J. Harvey Walton   https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09BBL5K5D?lv=shuf&channelId=500&plpRedirect=mhFallback 3. Moses: A Life - Jonathan Kirsch https://www.amazon.com/dp/1574533185?lv=shuf&channelId=500&plpRedirect=mhFallback https://open.spotify.com/show/1OBPaQj…

  5. Sep 15

    #109 Seeing Angels, Near-Death Experiences & Miraculous Healing + Bruce Van Natta

    What will viewers see in Investigating the Supernatural: Miracles that makes this more than another secondhand miracle story? What happened after someone prayed for you that doctors still cannot fully explain? What is the strongest evidence presented in the documentary that skeptics should examine before dismissing your story? Support this show!! : https://www.bibspeak.com/#donate Grab your free gift: the top 10 most misunderstood Biblical verses:  https://info.bibspeak.com/10-verses-clarified Join the newsletter (I only send 2 emails a week):  https://www.bibspeak.com/#newsletter Temple Keepers Academy Join here : 👉 https://thetemplekeepers.com/online-academy?am_id=thebiblicallyspeakingpodcast 1:1 coaching  with Temple Keepers :  https://thetemplekeepers.com/one-on-one-coaching Download Logos Bible Software for your own personal study: http://logos.com/biblicallyspeaking Sign up for Riverside: https://www.riverside.fm/?utm_campaig…Join PodMatch here: https://www.joinpodmatch.com/biblicallyspeaking Support this show!! : https://www.bibspeak.com/#donate Bruce Van Natta is the founder and president of Sweet Bread Ministries.He is a common, everyday person that serves the Living God who is anything but ordinary.His journey from prodigal son to full time ministry stretched out over three decades before culminating in a display of God’s power and grace. In 2006 Bruce was crushed underneath a semi-truck and was at the verge of life and death when he had an “out of body” experience. During this near death experience he got to see the two angels that the Lord had sent to save his life. Bruce is the only person Doctors can find who has ever lived from some of the injuries he had. Since recovering from this accident he and his family have gone into full-time ministry sharing their gripping testimony wherever the Lord leads. They have felt led to not only minister to the body of Christ but also to those in need, resulting in building an orphanage in Honduras and a church in India with home equity as well as doing prison and jail ministry. He and his wife Lori and their four children-Lauren, Caleb, Jacob, and Emily live in Wisconsin. Investigating the Supernatural Miracles edition on CBN Network. - https://securegiving.cbn.com/films/investigating-the-supernatural-miracles Recommended reading from  Burce Van Natta:  1. Saved by Angels: To Share How God Talks to Everyday People — Bruce Van NattaThe most obvious place to start. Bruce's own book expands on the angel encounter, his near-death experience, and the different ways he believes God communicates with ordinary people.https://www.amazon.com/dp/0768426510?lv=shuf&channelId=500&plpRedirect=mhFallback 2. A Miraculous Life: True Stories of Supernatural Encounters with God — Bruce Van NattaA collection of faith-building stories and supernatural encounters from Bruce's ministry, including the experiences that shaped his understanding of healing, prayer, and God's intervention. https://www.amazon.com/dp/1616386797?lv=shuf&channelId=500&plpRedirect=mhFallback 3. Saved by an Angel: True Stories of God's Hand at Work — Editors of GuidepostsIf Bruce's story leaves you wanting to explore the broader Christian tradition of angel encounters and stories of divine intervention, this 2026 collection offers firsthand accounts of people who describe being protected, rescued, or guided in extraordinary circumstances.https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/250194309-saved-by-an-angel https://open.spotify.com/show/1OBPaQj…

  6. Sep 8

    #108 Hidden Symbols in the Resurrection Icon + Father Michael Butler

    Why in most Western artwork, the Orthodox Resurrection Icon doesn't show Jesus leaving the tomb? If the Resurrection itself wasn't witnessed, what is the icon trying to reveal instead? The central image of the icon is Christ descending into Hades. What are we looking at? Support this show!! : https://www.bibspeak.com/#donate Grab your free gift: the top 10 most misunderstood Biblical verses:  https://info.bibspeak.com/10-verses-clarified Join the newsletter (I only send 2 emails a week):  https://www.bibspeak.com/#newsletter Temple Keepers Academy Join here : 👉 https://thetemplekeepers.com/online-academy?am_id=thebiblicallyspeakingpodcast 1:1 coaching  with Temple Keepers :  https://thetemplekeepers.com/one-on-one-coaching Download Logos Bible Software for your own personal study: http://logos.com/biblicallyspeaking Sign up for Riverside: https://www.riverside.fm/?utm_campaig… Join PodMatch here: https://www.joinpodmatch.com/biblicallyspeaking Support this show!! : https://www.bibspeak.com/#donate   Rev'd Archpriest Michael Butler has been a priest for 30 years, serving parishes in Michigan and Ohio. He has a BA in archetypal psychology, an MA in theology, and a PhD in church history & patristics. He has taught at university and trained men for the diaconate. He has worked with the Foundation for Research in Economics and the Environment (Bozeman, MT), the Liberty Fund (Indianapolis, IN), and the Acton Institute (Grand Rapids, MI) on interdisciplinary work in environmentalism, economics, religion, literature, philosophy, politics, social justice, and natural law. For 30 years he has been interested in men’s work, especially in the areas of rites of passage, masculine archetypes, sacred space/time, and initiation. He is always looking for ways that traditional Orthodox psychology, spirituality, and practice can help everyone today become the best they can be. He is married to Annette, his wife of 40 years, and has two grown sons. When he's not at home, or at church, or in conversation with someone over coffee, he'll likely be at the gym, pumping iron. Website:  http://orthodoxlivonia.org/ Recommended reading from Fr. Michael Butler: 1. The Orthodox Way — Kallistos Ware https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/242655.The_Orthodox_Way 2. On the Incarnation — St. Athanasius https://www.amazon.com/Incarnation-Saint-Athanasius-Popular-Patristics/dp/0881414271 3. Creation and the Heart of Man — Fr. Michael Butler & Andrew Morriss https://www.amazon.com/Creation-Heart-Man-Perspective-Environmentalism/dp/193894867X https://open.spotify.com/show/1OBPaQj…

  7. Aug 31

    # 107 Mary, the first Christian? + Dr. Amy Peeler

    What did Mary understand about Jesus that modern Christians often miss? What kind of world was Mary living in socially and politically? Is Mary announcing a competing Kingdom? Support this show!! : https://www.bibspeak.com/#donate Grab your free gift: the top 10 most misunderstood Biblical verses:  https://info.bibspeak.com/10-verses-clarified Join the newsletter (I only send 2 emails a week):  https://www.bibspeak.com/#newsletter Temple Keepers Academy Join here : 👉 https://thetemplekeepers.com/online-academy?am_id=thebiblicallyspeakingpodcast 1:1 coaching  with Temple Keepers :  https://thetemplekeepers.com/one-on-one-coaching Download Logos Bible Software for your own personal study: http://logos.com/biblicallyspeaking Sign up for Riverside: https://www.riverside.fm/?utm_campaig… Join PodMatch here: https://www.joinpodmatch.com/biblicallyspeaking Support this show!! : https://www.bibspeak.com/#donate   Dr. Peeler’s initial research in the Epistle to the Hebrews prompted her to explore ancient rhetoric, the use of the Old Testament in the New, Israel's sacrificial system, atonement, family and inheritance in the Ancient World. The focus on God as Father in Hebrews led to studies in feminist theology, Mary, mother of God, and theological language. Hebrews articulates what Amy believes is true of all Scripture: it is living and active and sharp enough to penetrate our hearts, minds, and spirits. If we give it our attention and respect, God will reward that work. Consequently, she always discovers new insights into the character of God as she explores the entire Bible with her classes, colleagues, fellow church members, and family. Her husband Lance, a church organist, and their children, Kate, Maxson, and Kindred serve as her most dear companions on this race of faith (Heb 12:1-2), and she is thankful to count the Wheaton community as her fellow runners as well. Website:  https://amypeeler.com/ Recommended reading from Dr. Amy Peeler: 1. Women and the Gender of God — Amy Peeler https://www.amazon.com/Women-Gender-God-Amy-Peeler/dp/0802879098 2. Is God Male? Review: ‘Women and the Gender of God’ by Amy Peeler https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/reviews/christianity-masculine-feel/ 3. Jesus and the Eyewitnesses — Richard Bauckham https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Jesus+and+the+Eyewitnesses+Richard+Bauckham https://open.spotify.com/show/1OBPaQj…

  8. Aug 18

    # 106 Understanding Miracles + Dr. Craig Keener

    What if the miracles of Jesus weren't primarily about healing people—but about revealing who He is? What would these miracles have communicated about Jesus to someone standing there watching them happen? Why do the Gospel writers frame Jesus' miracles as echoes of the Exodus instead of simply displays of power? Support this show!! : https://www.bibspeak.com/#donate Grab your free gift: the top 10 most misunderstood Biblical verses:  https://info.bibspeak.com/10-verses-clarified Join the newsletter (I only send 2 emails a week):  https://www.bibspeak.com/#newsletter Temple Keepers Academy Join here : 👉 https://thetemplekeepers.com/online-academy?am_id=thebiblicallyspeakingpodcast Download Logos Bible Software for your own personal study: http://logos.com/biblicallyspeaking Sign up for Riverside: https://www.riverside.fm/?utm_campaig… Support this show!! : https://www.bibspeak.com/#donate   Dr. Craig Keener is one of the world's leading New Testament scholars. He holds a Ph.D. from Duke University and serves as F.M. and Ada Thompson Professor of New Testament at Asbury Theological Seminary. He is the author of roughly 40 books, with more than 1.4 million copies in circulation worldwide. His works on biblical backgrounds, miracles, Acts, John, and the historical context of Scripture have earned numerous national and international awards, including multiple Christianity Today Book Awards. Through both his scholarship and ministry, Craig has helped countless readers better understand the Bible within its original cultural setting. Website: https://craigkeener.com/ Recommended reading from Dr. Craig Keener: 📘 Miracles: The Credibility of the New Testament Accounts — Craig S. Keener https://www.amazon.com/Miracles-Credibility-New-Testament-Accounts/dp/0801039525 📘 Impossible Love — Craig S. Keener & Medine Moussounga Keener https://www.amazon.com/Impossible-Love-African-Miracles-against/dp/0800797779 📘 Gift & Giver — Craig S. Keener -    https://www.amazon.com/Gift-Giver-Holy-Spirit-Today/dp/0801022665 https://open.spotify.com/show/1OBPaQj…

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Do you every wish you could raise your hand in church to clarify what the pastor just said? Do you need more context? I felt the same way. So I sat down with PhDs, theologians, and scholars and hit "Record." Biblically Speaking is for curious Christians seeking clear answers to big Bible questions. Each episode unpacks Scripture in context so you can understand the Word as if you were there when it happended, making the Bible easier to understand and God easier to know and love. If you're looking to grow in faith with real insights and a fresh perspective, this podcast is your guide.

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  • Creator
    Cassian Bellino
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    130
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Cassian Bellino
  • Show Website
    Biblically Speaking

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