The BC Messenger

Steve and Jennifer Hall
The BC Messenger Podcast

Real science, real Bible, real history, real world. Enlightening discussions that will change the way you think about the ancient Old Testament. The biblical accounts are not myth or legend; in fact they are more real than you ever imagined. Each month brings you Bible/science research results you won't hear anywhere else, and why it matters for you today. Your hosts, Steve and Jennifer Hall, present a collage of topics from the research work of Dr. Gerald Aardsma (The Biblical Chronologist), providing a desperately needed data-rich apologetic for the foundations of the Christian faith.

  1. September 2024: Discoveries That Seemed Delusional

    6 DAYS AGO

    September 2024: Discoveries That Seemed Delusional

    A well-dressed lady, probably in her late 60s, picked up a copy of Dr. Aardsma's book Aging: Cause and Cure at a display table. She surveyed the covers, and then set the book down saying, "That's just too much." Talking about aging as a curable disease does sound crazy today. Crazier still is the idea that the cure for aging is now known, and topping it all off, that the cure has been found through data contained in the ancient book of Genesis. Looking back through time, we can see that although many world-changing ideas and discoveries initially sounded too crazy to be true, those ideas eventually became accepted as fact, and those discoveries are now embraced by society. This month we take a look at four historical examples of ideas that at first seemed too crazy to be true... but ended up changing the world. Also on this episode: A Look Ahead: Next month's October 2024 podcast will be dealing with climate changeResearch Update: Six additional newsletters published by Dr. Aardsma continuing to piece together the route of the Exodus"As a Matter of Fact...": Have chariot wheels really been found in the Red Sea?Helen's View: Gerald and Helen celebrate 50 years of marriageREAD the full Show Notes and view images online at https://www.biblicalchronologist.org/store/archives/BCM_September_2024.html SUBSCRIBE to The BC Messenger email list at https://www.biblicalchronologist.org/store/BCM_email.php Got questions or comments? Email customer.care@biblicalchronologist.org

    1h 7m
  2. July 2024: Where the Bitter Water Became Sweet, The Location of Marah

    JUL 1

    July 2024: Where the Bitter Water Became Sweet, The Location of Marah

    After leaving Egypt, the Israelites journeyed along the north Sinai road. After three encampments, they struck out into the wilderness under Moses' direction. They found no water after a journey of three days, but then came to a place called Marah, where there was water. However, the water at Marah was bitter and they could not drink it. The Bible records that Moses then threw a tree in the water and the water became drinkable (sweet). Where did this happen? How could bitter water become sweet? On this episode Steve and Jennifer discuss continuing research and discoveries from Dr. Gerald Aardsma on the route of the Exodus, and bring a real-world answer that you have never heard before to the mystery of this familiar story! Knowing the right date leads us to the correct location of Marah... which then, once again, leads to a deeper understanding of the biblical account. Also on this episode: Newly recorded song from the Hall Family, "Satisfied"Quote of Note from The Silver Chair by C.S. LewisIn the News: Jerusalem at the time of King DavidHelen's View: Interview with Gene Sullivan about Dr. Aardsma's Anti-Aging VitaminsREAD the full Show Notes and view images online at https://www.biblicalchronologist.org/store/archives/BCM_July_2024.html SUBSCRIBE to The BC Messenger email list at https://www.biblicalchronologist.org/store/BCM_email.php Got questions or comments? Email customer.care@biblicalchronologist.org

    1h 4m
  3. May 2024: How to keep your kids from saying, "I don't believe those Bible stories anymore."

    MAY 1

    May 2024: How to keep your kids from saying, "I don't believe those Bible stories anymore."

    How would you handle a child, grandchild, or some other young person displaying serious doubts about the Bible? What can practically be done to empower this generation with the real-world truth of God's Word? The message of the Bible gives purpose. It is a message of hope, of repentance, redemption, and restoration to the guilty sinner and to this fallen world. But these messages of such great importance are only taken to heart and acted upon to the extent that they are believed in the mind to be true. So, is it all really true? Our children and grandchildren will be faced with this question sooner or later. Even mature, established Christians may face unsettling questions: This month we discuss practical steps that can be taken to help Christians anchor their faith to the real world. We must close the divide between the physical world and the spiritual world, so that we come to see God's workings in the world (past, present, and future) to be as real as the dirt we stand on, the water we drink, and the life we live everyday. The points discussed on this episode are valuable for Christian parents and teachers... or anyone who desires to be ready to give an answer to every man that asks you a reason of the hope that is in you. Also discussed on this episode: -Aging research update: Testimonial on skin cancer and the Anti-Aging Vitamins / Can I give the vitamins to my pet? -Helen's View: Part 2 of Dr. Aardsma's story of healing from "incurable" autoimmune disease READ the full Show Notes and view images online at https://www.biblicalchronologist.org/store/archives/BCM_May_2024.html SUBSCRIBE to The BC Messenger email list at https://www.biblicalchronologist.org/store/BCM_email.php Got questions or comments? Email customer.care@biblicalchronologist.org

    1h 15m
  4. March 2024: Seeing Easter with New Eyes / Reliving the Red Sea Crossing

    MAR 1

    March 2024: Seeing Easter with New Eyes / Reliving the Red Sea Crossing

    Easter is a celebration of Christ's triumph over death (in real-world history). Foundational to Easter is the historical event of the Passover and Israel's exodus from Egypt, when God delivered his people from Pharoah's hand in many amazing and miraculous ways (also in real-world history). Jewish people, and some Christians, participate in the celebration of Seder at the time of Passover each year. This celebration focuses on remembering the deliverance of Israel from Egypt. Part of the Seder celebration is the breaking of the matzah, which symbolizes the parting of the Sea of Reeds. As we discuss the details of the "Red Sea" crossing (based on knowing its geographical location), we can see many parallels to the Easter story. When defeat seemed certain, when the enemy thought victory was within his grasp, when God's plan didn't seem to make sense—life triumphed over death, the enemy was defeated in a mighty display of God's power, God brought His people to a place of freedom and deliverance, and sent them forth to conquer the land. Also discussed on this episode: -Special offer on Manna set: https://www.biblicalchronologist.org/store/manna.php -Aging Research: Recent conversations and observations -Helen's View: Part 2 of the special interview with Eldora Bonges, 99 years old READ the full Show Notes and view images online at https://www.biblicalchronologist.org/store/archives/BCM_March_2024.html SUBSCRIBE to The BC Messenger email list at https://www.biblicalchronologist.org/store/BCM_email.php Got questions or comments? Email customer.care@biblicalchronologist.org

    1h 15m
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Real science, real Bible, real history, real world. Enlightening discussions that will change the way you think about the ancient Old Testament. The biblical accounts are not myth or legend; in fact they are more real than you ever imagined. Each month brings you Bible/science research results you won't hear anywhere else, and why it matters for you today. Your hosts, Steve and Jennifer Hall, present a collage of topics from the research work of Dr. Gerald Aardsma (The Biblical Chronologist), providing a desperately needed data-rich apologetic for the foundations of the Christian faith.

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