Paul’s Thorn

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Inspired by Paul’s mysterious ”thorn in the flesh” (2 Corinthians 12:7), this podcast explores disability in the Bible—its stories, meanings, and impact on faith. Paul’s Thorn examines how scripture portrays disability, challenges common interpretations, and offers fresh theological insights. Through engaging discussions, we uncover what these ancient texts reveal about inclusion, suffering, healing, and divine strength in weakness.

  1. JAN 29

    Bonus: Fall Birds on the Island

    Intended as relaxing background audio.  Recorded on a Fall morning on Camano Island.  (Part 3 of a 4 season audio project)

    49 min

  2. JAN 27

    Paul's Thorn Episode 16: Who’s a Good Servant? Dogs, Scripture, and Holy Loyalty

    Dogs appear in Scripture as symbols of those pushed to the margins, used as insults, metaphors for shame, and reminders of who society believes does not belong. And yet…again and again, dogs show up near the vulnerable—near the sick, the poor, the forgotten. In one of Jesus’ most haunting parables, it is the dogs who draw close to a disabled, suffering man when no one else will. They notice him. They remain with him. They offer what comfort they can. So today, we’ll ask some deeper questions: What does it mean that Scripture places dogs alongside the overlooked? What does it tell us about dignity, worth, and compassion? And what might we learn about disability—not from the powerful or the praised—but from those who linger at the edges and refuse to turn away?

    44 min

  3. 12/23/2025

    Paul's Thorn Episode 15: Making Room at the Inn: Accessibility and the Spirit of Christmas

    Christmas is the season of welcome — of making room for Christ, for one another, and for the stranger. Yet, for many people with disabilities, even sacred celebrations meant to embody this spirit have often been physically or socially inaccessible.  The story of Christmas begins with the phrase:  “There was no room for them in the inn.” — Luke 2:7 That verse doesn’t just describe Mary and Joseph’s situation — it’s a reflection of how the world often treats people who don’t “fit” its structures. But the beauty of the Christmas story is that God chose to enter precisely where there was no room — transforming a stable into a sanctuary.  In the same way, accessibility is not just a checklist; it’s a form of incarnation — a way to make Christian love tangible in our spaces and traditions.

    37 min

  4. 11/18/2025

    Paul's Thorn Episode 14: My Favorite Bible Verses

    Today, we’re exploring some of the most beloved passages in Scripture — words that have comforted, challenged, and transformed lives for generations. From the green pastures of Psalm 23 to the quiet power of 1 Corinthians 13, these verses trace a journey through faith, suffering, and love.  We’ll hear them through four different translations — the King James Version, the New International Version, the New Revised Standard Version, and The Message — not to compare which one is “right,” but to listen for the layers of meaning each voice reveals. Sometimes, hearing the same truth in a new rhythm opens our hearts in new ways. These passages are some of my personal favorites — words that have carried me through both weakness and renewal.

    1h 8m

  5. 10/31/2025

    Paul's Thorn Episode 13: Demon Possession and Deliverance

    Throughout Scripture, the struggle between good and evil isn’t just symbolic — it’s personal, visible, and often terrifying. From ancient Israel to the ministry of Jesus, the Bible doesn’t shy away from the reality of spiritual possession. But in every encounter, there’s a deeper message: authority, freedom, and restoration. In this episode, we’ll explore how the Bible portrays demon possession — what it looked like, what it meant, and what it tells us about human suffering and divine power.

    42 min

  6. 10/15/2025

    Paul's Thorn Episode 12 Different Minds, Divine Purpose: Neurodivergence in the Bible

    Today, we’re diving into a topic that many believers and scholars are just beginning to talk about: neurodivergence in the Bible. Neurodivergence is the idea that there isn’t just one right way for a brain to work. That human minds exist across a spectrum of ways of thinking, feeling, processing, and perceiving the world.  Some of us are linear and structured. Some are deeply emotional. Some are intensely focused, and others are beautifully scattered and creative. And all of it is part of the image of God. So what if some of the great figures of Scripture—the prophets, the poets, the visionaries—experienced the world differently? What if their differences weren’t obstacles to their calling, but part of it?

    1h 2m

  7. 09/30/2025

    Paul's Thorn Episode 11 The Dark Night of the Soul

    In today’s episode we will be exploring a profound and sometimes painful part of the Christian journey: the dark night of the soul...those seasons when God feels silent, prayer feels empty, and faith feels harder to hold onto. Together, we’ll uncover how the dark night connects to Scripture, how it shapes the Christian life, and how, even in silence, God is doing His deepest work.

    50 min

  8. 09/15/2025

    Episode 10 The Book of Job From a Disability Lens

    The story of Job gives us a profound lens for thinking about suffering and disability—not just in terms of physical pain, but also how it touches relationships, emotions, theology, and community. By tracing key moments in Job’s journey, we can see how his experience speaks powerfully about the realities of disability today.

    52 min
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Inspired by Paul’s mysterious ”thorn in the flesh” (2 Corinthians 12:7), this podcast explores disability in the Bible—its stories, meanings, and impact on faith. Paul’s Thorn examines how scripture portrays disability, challenges common interpretations, and offers fresh theological insights. Through engaging discussions, we uncover what these ancient texts reveal about inclusion, suffering, healing, and divine strength in weakness.

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  • Creator
    angelievincent
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    20
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