Baldhead Bible Podcast
275 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 31 ratingsMost of the Bible is in story form, and my goal is to keep the power of the story while applying the truths of scripture. If you want to hear stories of great men and women from the Bible, with an application that is relevant to your life, then this is the podcast for you. New episodes will be added every Friday. If you wish to contact us, feel free to email us at [email protected]
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David and the Beautiful Bathsheba: Part Five in the series on David as King
December 01, 2020 01:34 - 30 minutes - 27.6 MBThis week's episode marks a turning point for the story of David. At this point, before he goes on the roof of his house before he makes bad choice after bad choice, things are going great for David. God has just promised that from him would come a kingdom that would last forever, he was at rest from his enemies on all sides, and he had acquired so much territory for Israel that it was the largest it would ever be. Things are awesome. But in a moment, with just one immoral choice, David begin...
David sits before the Lord: Part Four in the series on David as King
November 24, 2020 15:05 - 24 minutes - 22.9 MBDavid is now King and has rested for himself and Israel from their enemies. So as David has to do less running and less fighting, he has time to sit, and quite often, he sat before the Lord. One day he came up with a brilliant idea: to build a temple for Lord. Why should David have such a great house, yet the Ark of God is still housed in a tent? So he asks Nathan, the prophet, can he build the Lord a temple? Hear the Lord's reply through Nathan, and also what it means to talk to God.
David Bestirs Himself: Part Three in the series on King David
November 16, 2020 23:46 - 33 minutes - 31 MBDavid has just been crowned King. In his first days on the throne, he has to fight the Philistine army TWICE, and we get to see how Yahweh moves in miraculous ways on his behalf. He then decides to bring the Ark of the Covenant back to the center of Jewish life. He wants to bring the Ark to Jerusalem. It sounds simple enough, or is it? Listen to this week's episode to find out triumph and tragedy awaiting David.
David Becomes King: Part Two in our series on King David
November 10, 2020 04:34 - 39 minutes - 35.8 MBIn this episode, David is finally crowned King of all Israel. Samuel anointed him as the new King 15 years earlier, and now, at the age of 30, David becomes Israel's new king. But it wasn't easy, and it was quite a bloody affair. Hear how it all happened in today's podcast.
David Begins to Rise: Part One in the series on King David
November 03, 2020 04:54 - 32 minutes - 30 MBWe start a new series on the life of David as King. What was it like to be King of Israel? How did David do as King of Israel? What were his successes, and what were his failures as King? To be King, you have to rise to become King, so we start in 2 Samuel with David as he begins his rise, and it all starts with one of the strangest battles you've ever heard.
The Sad Ending to the Story of Saul: Part Ten in the series on David
October 27, 2020 04:36 - 30 minutes - 28 MBHe started so well, but in the end, it was said of him that the Lord killed him because of his "breach of faith" and because "he did not seek guidance from the Lord." How did Saul die, and how did he end up in such a sorry state? Listen to today's episode and determine not to end up like Saul.
David and the Battle for Ziklag: Part Nine in the series on David
October 20, 2020 04:15 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MBIt is a bad day for David. First, he was about to battle with the Philistines against his hometown people, the Israelites. Then he gets back home and what they discover makes his valiant men want to stone him. What has happened, and where is God in the middle of all this? Listen to this week's podcast to find out.
David, Saul, a Witch and Bad Choices: Part Eight in the series on David
October 13, 2020 04:58 - 41 minutes - 38.2 MBIn this episode, we see David and Saul make some terrible decisions, but as always, there is something we can learn from them looking back. David's choice leads him to the precipice of having to go to war against Israel, his very own people. While Saul, well, he continues down a long road to the dark side and asks for help from a witch. How did we get here? What turn in the road led to here? Listen on to find out.
David spares Saul 2.0: Part Seven in the series on the life of David
October 05, 2020 22:56 - 27 minutes - 25.2 MBDavid is hiding in the desert, still on the run from Saul. Well, guess who sells him out to Saul again: the mean old Ziphites. So Saul heads to the wilderness of Ziph with 3,000 of his troops to take on David and his 600 warriors with credit card debt. Who is going to win? How will David defeat Saul? Is this the end for him? Listen to this week's episode to find out what happens.
Abigail Saves the Day: Part Six in the series on David
September 28, 2020 22:40 - 31 minutes - 29.3 MBRoad rage. Blowing your top. Being triggered. All different ways to talk about anger management issues. This week, we see David at one of his worst moments; he suffers from anger management problems. A guy named Nabal definitely triggered David, and now he is out not just to kill Nabal, but instead to wipe out his whole clan. That is, until a beautiful, intelligent, discerning woman steps in and saves the day. Who was it? Well, if your name is Abigail, you might want to listen to this week's ...
Baldhead Bible Aftershow: Waxing the Dome with Ben Tissell discussing what does the Bible say about art?
September 25, 2020 23:27 - 13 minutes - 12.3 MBThis episode usually is only available to our podcast subscribers, but I felt that this one should be heard by a larger audience because Ben has some great things to say about theology and art. Christian art is often lamented as being inferior, but as believers, we should have some of the best art. Well, that is what Ben, and I, feel. And I think Ben does a great job in revealing the way the Bible supports the arts, and that Christians are needed to make a difference in a wide array of artist...
Saul goes to the Bathroom: Part Five in the series on David
September 22, 2020 17:52 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MBDavid trusts God, even though his circumstances seem grim. Saul pauses to relieve himself in the wrong place at the wrong time. David has the opportunity of a lifetime to rid himself of his nemesis, but he chooses instead to honor God's anointed.
David is Running: Part Four in the series on David
September 15, 2020 03:39 - 34 minutes - 31.4 MBHave you ever felt deathly afraid? I mean that feeling in the pit of your stomach that something horrifying is about to happen? Well, this whole episode is full of fear: David is afraid of Saul, he's scared of King Achish, and sadly, in the end, David is scared of the growing insanity of King Saul. But behind it all, David trusts in God. Read Psalm 34, which David wrote probably during or soon after the events in this week's story, to see the faith David always carried even in the middle of h...
Waxing the Dome with Ben Tissell
September 11, 2020 00:58 - 10 minutes - 10 MBIn this week's Waxing the Dome aftershow, I am interviewing the program director of Trout Creek Bible Camp, Ben Tissell. In this episode, we find out his camp name, the fact that his name is entirely made up, and other interesting stuff. I am making it free this week, but usually, this episode is only available to Baldhead Bible podcast subscribers. Why not become a supporter for only $1 a month and never miss an aftershow.
Saul tries to kill David: Part Three in the David Series
September 07, 2020 23:10 - 41 minutes - 38.1 MBDavid is going to be the new King. God has chosen him and rejected Saul, yet Saul is desperate to hang on to the Kingdom, even as he sees Yahweh favoring David. Saul begins to be jealous of David, and his jealousy leads to anger, and it then leads to rage: a rage that is bent on killing David. Will he succeed? What will happen? Listen to this week's story to find out.
David and Goliath: Part Two in the David Series
September 01, 2020 03:48 - 26 minutes - 23.8 MBDavid has been anointed King and is asked to come to play the lyre to calm the King's nerves. Why is King Saul so upset? Well, he is dealing with a demonic spirit and he is losing a battle to someone named Goliath. What is he going to do? Find out what happens by listening to this week's episode.
David a Heart After God: Part One in the David series
August 25, 2020 14:00 - 25 minutes - 23.6 MBWe begin this story with Samuel grieving over the failure and rejection of Saul. But God says to quit grieving and go to Bethlehem because He has found a new King and one that is truly devoted to Him. And you know who that is? Listen on to find out.
Saul and the Heart after God: Episode Eleven in the series on I Samuel
August 17, 2020 19:55 - 21 minutes - 19.7 MBTo obey is better than sacrifice, that is the truth Saul learns this week. But the sad thing is he learns it the hard way, and the kingdom is ripped from him and given to someone else. Hear this tragic story, and may we all learn from it.
Jonathan and the Honey: Episode 10 in the series on I Samuel
August 04, 2020 01:03 - 31 minutes - 29.3 MBJonathan is brave and successful in battle. He eats honey not knowing it was against a new law Saul had rashly made. Jonathan is to be put to death, but his soldiers stand up for him.
Jonathan a Man of Faith: Episode Nine in the series on I Samuel
July 15, 2020 01:17 - 28 minutes - 26.3 MBJonathan is the son of Saul, and a man that we met for the first time in last weeks episode. This week we begin to see the great faith that Jonathan had, especially in comparison to his father King Saul. It was a faith that made Jonathan climb a cliff and take on a whole army by himself. It is a faith from which we can learn a lot.
Saul Fails as King: Episode Eight in the series on First Samuel
July 07, 2020 04:58 - 21 minutes - 19.8 MBSaul gets impatient and doesn't wait for Samuel to make the Sacrifice before the battle. Saul just does it himself, and God is displeased. Saul's troops desert and Saul is humiliated in battle.
Nahash the Snake: Episode Seven in the series on First Samuel
July 01, 2020 01:35 - 26 minutes - 24.1 MBSamuel may have doubted Saul's kingship abilities initially, but when the Spirit of the Lord comes upon Saul, he becomes a force to be reconned with. Nahash, "the Snake" is afraid of no one until he meets Saul in battle. Tune in to hear this amazing account of God's mighty power, and Samuel's farewell.
Samuel and Saul: Episode Six in the series on First Samuel
June 22, 2020 21:36 - 31 minutes - 29.2 MBSo Israel finally has a king, their first one. What is his name? And have you heard the tribe he's from? Are we sure a human king can do better at being King than Almighty God? These are all the questions facing King Saul. Hear the unique way he found out he was going to be King, and how a man who could barely herd donkeys properly ended up the most powerful man in Israel.
The People Want a King: Episode 5 in the series on First Samuel
June 17, 2020 03:55 - 26 minutes - 24.4 MBSamuel has been a good judge over Israel, and as he gets older, you think he could ride off into the sunset with some honor and glory coming his way. But sadly, all is not well in Israel, and some of it falls at the feet of Samuel, but a lot of it comes from the people's desire to have a King. But they have a King, don't they? Listen to this week's episode to find out what happens.
Baldhead Bible Podcast Aftershow: Waxing the Dome Episode 11
June 11, 2020 22:08 - 11 minutes - 10.2 MBWelcome to our latest aftershow. This week I am chatting with my good friend and spiritual mentor, Randy Miller. He is a graduate librarian at the Jerry Falwell Library at Liberty University. We talked about how we met, and also the unique way he ended up as a librarian. These aftershows are me chatting with unique individuals that I feel give some excellent insights on scripture, life, or they just are fun to talk with. This week this episode is free, but it usually is only available to our ...
Samuel and an Ebenezer: Part Four in the series on First Samuel
June 10, 2020 16:55 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MBNational revival, what will it take? Do we want to see our country turn to the God of the Bible, to be a nation that calls Jesus their Lord? Well, the book of First Samuel has just such a story, and it shows us the possible way to see revival. And it begins with something called lamentation.
Tumors, Mice and Dagon: Episode Three on First Samuel
June 01, 2020 23:42 - 36 minutes - 33.7 MBIn this episode, we see Yahweh go to war, and he is fighting Dagon, the god of the Philistines. Who is going to win, and what do tumors have to do with it all? Listen on to find out.
I will honor those who honor me: Part Two in the Series on First Samuel
May 25, 2020 17:51 - 30 minutes - 27.6 MBSamuel's mother devoted him to the Lord's service and brought him to the temple where he is to be raised by Eli, the priest. Eli and his sons Hophni and Phineas, are corrupt and allowing the temple of Yahweh to fall into disrepute. What will happen to Samuel? Will he follow suit and be just like Eli and his sons? Listen to find out what happens.
Baldhead Bible Podcast Aftershow: Waxing the Dome Episode 8
May 20, 2020 17:34 - 13 minutes - 12.8 MBI want to share the first episode in our newest waxing, the dome series on the book of Joshua. I will be interviewing Dr. Jeff Diedrich Assistant Pastor at Abundant Life Baptist Church in Washington, PA, for the next three aftershow episodes. I wanted to share the first one for free this week, but to hear the rest, you need to become a supporter of the Podcast for only $1 a month. Go to our Patreon page to find more details: patreon.com/baldheadbible.
Hannah and the Walk of Faith: Episode One in the series on First Samuel
May 20, 2020 01:09 - 33 minutes - 30.9 MBThis week we begin a new series on First Samuel, and right off the bat we are introduced to a little known biblical character, but someone you need to get to know better. Her name is Hannah, and the obedience she demonstrates is a model of what it means to walk by faith for believers of all ages.
Baldhead Bible Podcast Aftershow: Waxing the Dome with Pastor Todd Burrow
May 14, 2020 21:36 - 19 minutes - 17.9 MBThis episode usually is only available to our podcast supporters. Still, since this podcast was more about Todd and his ministry, I felt it was worth offering free for everyone to hear. Todd and I had been discussing the book of Ruth, and I would encourage you to become a supporter for only $1 a month to listen to those, as Todd gave some great insights. But make sure to listen to this free episode of Waxing the Dome to hear about Todd and his call to minister in the rural heartland of Kansas.
Boaz and the Kinsman Redeemer: Ruth Episode Three
May 12, 2020 01:15 - 35 minutes - 32.3 MBThis is the final episode in the series on the book of Ruth. In this episode, we see how God turned Naomi and Ruth's sadness into joy, and how their story is symbolic for what God can do in the lives of those who choose to be loyal to Him.
Ruth meets Boaz: Part Two in the Ruth Series
May 05, 2020 15:35 - 26 minutes - 24.1 MBRuth and Naomi are back in Bethlehem, home for Naomi, but foreign territory for Ruth. Naomi is happy but sad to return "empty" to the place she left ten years ago. How will these two make it in a society where they are dangerously close to being in financial and physical peril? Plus, this was the time of the Judges where people were even less concerned about the poor, the widowed, the marginalized. See how God takes care of these two women, and along the way, learn something about God's grace...
Waxing the Dome with Pastor Todd Burrow
April 30, 2020 14:31 - 11 minutes - 10.4 MBI am making this week's Baldhead Bible Aftershow: Waxing the Dome available to everyone as I want to introduce you to Pastor Todd Burrow of Bennington Bible Church. This week we are talking about the book of Ruth as that is the new series that we are starting this week. This aftershow episode is free this week, but normally the waxing the dome conversations are only available to our supporters. So if this episode has piqued your interest and you would like to gain regular access to the afters...
Ruth chooses the God of Israel: Ruth Series Part One
April 27, 2020 20:16 - 23 minutes - 21.2 MBWelcome to the new series on the book of Ruth. This is a beautiful story of how God is with His people, and He rewards those who choose Him in the middle of a corrupt society. We begin by meeting Naomi and Ruth at one of the darkest moments in their lives when all hope seems lost. Will God protect His people, how will Yahweh provide for them? Listen on to find out.
A Sad, Sad Story: Part Seventeen in the Judges series
April 21, 2020 04:08 - 40 minutes - 37.5 MBWARNING: THIS STORY CONTAINS ADULT CONTENT. I would encourage all parents to listen to this podcast before deciding whether to let their child listen to this week's episode. It is one of the saddest and most brutal stories in the Bible. If it were a movie it would be rated R. But it is also a story that ends the book of Judges, and the writer put it there to make a point. And it is a timely reminder to our contemporary society as well: of what happens to a culture that decides to live by "doi...
Micah and the Priest: Part Sixteen in the Judges series
April 13, 2020 20:07 - 34 minutes - 31.2 MBThings were bad during the period of the Judges. Israel turns more and more towards apostasy and away from Yahweh. The writer of Judges wants to give us examples of what life was like during this time, and so for the final chapters of the book, we will hear tragic stories of people turning from God. Sad stories, but meaningful stories that we can learn a lot from even today.
Samson and Delilah: Part Fifteen in the Judges Series
April 07, 2020 00:02 - 36 minutes - 33.1 MBThis is the final installment in the Samson part of the book of Judges, and boy does Samson go out with a bang. Sadly, it does not end well for Samson, but if he is going down, he is going to take a bunch of Philistines with him.
Baldhead Bible Aftershow: Waxing the Dome
April 02, 2020 00:07 - 11 minutes - 10.3 MBWelcome to a new show for Baldhead Bible Podcast. It's called Baldhead Bible Aftershow: Waxing the Dome. This is where I chat about stuff that intrigues me in the story I just told, or I share extra content that I was not able to include because of time, or I interview unique and interesting people that can give some insight on the book or character we are currently studying. For the premiere episode of Waxing the Dome, I am interviewing one of my best friends, Pastor Chad Wagner, and I am g...
Samson and the Jaw Bone of a Donkey: Part Fourteen in the Judges Series
March 31, 2020 02:37 - 31 minutes - 28.6 MBEveryone is beginning to know the name of Samson. In this episode, we hear about three exploits of Samson that were so amazing, so miraculous, that the Philistines began to fear his name. What were those fantastic feats that struck fear in the hearts of every Philistine? Listen on to find out.
Samson and the Lion: Part Thirteen in the Judges Series
March 24, 2020 17:31 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MBSamson is a young adult now, and he has decided to get married. A time for rejoicing, right? Well, as we will see with Samson, he tends to live for himself, and this is no different. He's breaking the heart of his parents by marrying a Philistine woman, and he is continually breaking his Nazarite vow with seemingly no notice of God in his life. Yet God chooses to use him despite his failures, and this story is as much a story of the grace of God as it is of Samson. Listen to hear more.
Samson's Birth: Part Twelve in the Judges Series
March 17, 2020 03:06 - 36 minutes - 33.3 MBNow we begin the story of probably the most famous Judge of them all. He was big, he was brawny . . . or was he? What does the Bible tell us about the man Samson? This week we learn about Samson's birth and the encounter his parents had with the pre-incarnate Jesus, and we also learn the importance of obedience.
Jephthah and the Power of Language: Part Eleven in the Judges Series
March 10, 2020 00:09 - 25 minutes - 22.9 MBJephthah defeated the Ammonites, and with it, he saved Israel from years of oppression. Great news, he's a hero, and all of Israel should spend some time rejoicing and celebrating this victory. But no sooner had Jephthah secured the victory, than a group of whiners and complainers more concerned about their pride and recognition showed up. What's Jephthah going to do? This group was so full of anger that they threatened to burn Jephthah's house down. What is Jephthah going to do?
Jephthah and the Rash Vow: Part Ten in the Judges series
March 03, 2020 04:26 - 36 minutes - 33.7 MBAbimelech is dead, but the land of Israel remains in a chaotic mess. And this week we meet a judge who ends up adding to the confusion. But before that, we meet two Judges who made a positive difference: Tola and Jair. So, listen on this week to hear about two positive Judges, followed by Jephthah the judge who should have just kept his mouth shut.
Abimelech and the Grindstone: Part Nine in the Judges Series
February 25, 2020 13:23 - 40 minutes - 37 MBAs the book of Judges moves forward, we will begin to see the country of Israel begin to spiral further and further down into apostasy. The end of Gideon's life was problematic, and now we see the fruits of his bad behavior manifest themselves in the life of his son Abimelech. This is a sad story, but one that should be a good reminder of what it means to pass on a godly heritage to your children and to those you influence.
Gideon and the Loss of Faith: Part Eight in the Judges Series
February 18, 2020 03:39 - 33 minutes - 30.4 MBLife is a marathon, not a sprint, and Gideon's life demonstrates this fact. He started so well and demonstrated a weak faith at first that slowly grew stronger and stronger as he continually put his faith in Yahweh. And then he triumphs in battle with a small force of Israelites, against a massive army of the Midianites. You would think after seeing Yahweh provide for him and his people, that Gideon's faith would never falter, that he would always remain loyal to God. But in the end, the life...
Gideon and the Victory of Faith: Part Seven in the Judges Series
February 10, 2020 22:41 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MBGideon is now ready to take on the Midianite army. He is hopelessly outmanned, the odds are stacked against him, he probably is left with the worst fighters of the bunch, and yet this is exactly where God wants him to be. Why? Listen to find out why.
Gideon and the Glory of Faith: Part Six in the Judges Series
February 04, 2020 04:18 - 21 minutes - 20.1 MBGideon is now ready to fight, and he is prepared to take on the Midianite army. The odds are stacked against him, but Gideon has decided to trust in God anyway and to step out in faith boldly. But God says, not yet Gideon. I have one more set of circumstances I need to take you through. I need you to understand that I want to get all the glory for this victory, Gideon, not you. So what is God going to do? How is he going to stretch Gideon's faith, while accomplishing the triumph? Find out by ...
Gideon and the Call of Faith: Part Six in the Judges Series
February 04, 2020 04:18 - 22 minutes - 15.8 MBGideon is now ready to fight, and he is prepared to take on the Midianite army. The odds are stacked against him, but Gideon has decided to trust in God anyway and to step out in faith boldly. But God says, not yet Gideon. I have one more set of circumstances I need to take you through. I need you to understand that I want to get all the glory for this victory, Gideon, not you. So what is God going to do? How is he going to stretch Gideon's faith, while accomplishing the triumph? Fi...
Gideon and the Test of Faith: Part Five in the Judges series
January 27, 2020 23:38 - 37 minutes - 34 MBGideon has been called by God to lead his people in battle against the Midianites. He is called to be a Judge, what an exciting honor. But for Gideon, it is a scary proposition, because one of the first things he has to do is to tear down the altar his father built to the Midianite god Baal. Will he do it? Will Gideon step out in faith and obey God, even at his home? And what if he doesn't? What if he fails the test? Listen to this week's episode to find out what happens next as we work our w...