Read the Bible

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A resource from Imago Dei Church to help study the Bible and reflect on its impact.

  1. 11/01/2025

    Ep. 26 - Introduction to 1 Kings

    DJ and Crista use 1 Kings to help give a general overview of Israel’s history. The historical narrative given in the book reveals the names and events that God chooses to highlight - ultimately revealing that the Lord is the one who writes history and is in control over all things.

    35 min

  2. 10/01/2025

    Episode 25 - Isaiah Reflection

    Joe Garcia joins Crista Jansson for a special reflection on Isaiah 40:25-31.  As they walk through the passage and model how to study the Bible, the two discuss what God reveals about himself to a people who are weighed down by their tragic circumstances. How do we approach studying prophetic books in the Bible? What comfort does Isaiah 40 give us today for difficult times?

    36 min

  3. 09/03/2025

    Episode 24 - Introduction to Isaiah

    DJ and Crista chat with Pastor Dave Van Lant around the book of Isaiah. Considered to be one of the major prophetic books of the Bible, Isaiah ultimately points its readers to the Holy One of Israel. From sovereignty to wrath and grace, there is much to uncover these next two months as we read this book.

    32 min

  4. 08/01/2025

    Episode 23 - Introduction to 2 Corinthians w/ Lauren Smart

    Lauren Smart sits with Dj and Crista in this episode to set the table for what readers can expect as they read through 2 Corinthians. The trio discuss the purpose for this letter’s authorship and what major themes we can glean from its writing - taking on the culture battles of the past and bringing them to today’s American context.

    48 min

  5. 07/01/2025

    Episode 22 - Judges Intro w/ Kent Hirano

    Welcome to the spiral of darkness. DJ sits down with Kent to chat around the book of Judges (with a sprinkle of Ruth). They discuss the themes of evil, deliverance, and hope. No Philistines were killed with an oxgoad in the making of this podcast.

    40 min

  6. 06/12/2025

    Episode 21 - Special Episode - Grounded Conversations: Immigration, Faith, and Our Community

    In this special episode, Pastor DJ sits down with church leaders Emily and Joe Garcia, Memo Parra, and Dave Van Lant to have a heartfelt and honest conversation about the recent immigration raids and protests impacting our city and neighborhoods. With tensions high and emotions deep, this panel offers thoughtful reflection, biblical insight, and practical ways for our church to process what’s happening around us. This is not a performative moment—but a grounded, community-centered response aimed at helping us think, pray, and act with clarity and compassion.

    1h 17m

  7. 06/01/2025

    Episode 20 - Introduction to Ecclesiastes

    DJ and Crista chat with Joe Garcia around the richness of Ecclesiastes. An often misunderstood book in the Bible, the three discuss major themes, big life questions, the gospel hope that Ecclesiastes offers.

    41 min

  8. 05/01/2025

    Episode 19 - Deuteronomy Intro and Overview

    DJ and Crista interview Pastor Dave Van Lant on the major themes we can expect to uncover as we read through Deuteronomy this month. From laws to remembrance, Deuteronomy will continually point readers to the covenant love of God.

    39 min
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A resource from Imago Dei Church to help study the Bible and reflect on its impact.

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  • Creator
    Imago Dei Church
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    24
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Imago Dei Church
  • Show Website
    Read the Bible