Bible On The Rocks
68 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 20 ratingsBible On The Rocks is the podcast where a group of friends get together over drinks to talk about stories from the Bible. Each episode, one of us will tell a Bible story in our own words while the other group members chime in with their own thoughts and opinions. Our group contains a wide variety of Bible experience, which helps get different perspectives on the story. We're tackling stories from the Bible and giving our takes on what the stories mean to us. We encourage our listeners to pick up a Bible and read these stories on their own to see if there's any additional meaning that we don't cover. So we hope you enjoy as we explore the Bible with Bible On The Rocks.
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Episodes
Episode 31 - The Sermon On The Mount (Matthew 5)
April 23, 2023 22:29 - 1 hour - 49.6 MBIn this episode, Erik tells the story of The Sermon On The Mount from the book of Matthew, Chapter 5. We come up with some alternative names that are a little bit catchier and talk about what Jesus may have meant when he decided to go "full Oprah" with his blessings and then give the impossible task. We end up quoting Parks and Rec along with Monty Python's The Life of Brian by the end, so join us as we explore the Bible, with Bible On The Rocks!
Straight Up: Erik Smith
April 23, 2023 22:23 - 21 minutes - 14.8 MBWho is Erik Smith? What makes him tick? Find out in our very first bonus episode of "Straight Up."
Bible, Neat - Why Did Jesus Die?
April 03, 2023 05:00 - 11 minutes - 4.83 MBIn the discussion of Episode 30, things got a bit off topic, but when that happens it becomes a great opportunity to provide bonus content. This episode of Bible, Neat contains a discussion about who Jesus was and why he died. While it needed to be cut from the Jericho episode due to time and it being off-topic, it's a discussion worth sharing. At the very least, it's a great example of Brett and Erik being Brett and Erik.
Episode 30 - Jericho (Joshua 5 and 6)
March 19, 2023 17:44 - 1 hour - 26.8 MBIn this episode, Brent shares the story of Joshua "fitting" the battle of Jericho from the book of Joshua, chapters 5 and 6. Providing commentary are Jeremy, Erik, Josh, Jamison, and Brett. The conversation this time is meant to focus on the idea of an "angry God."
Episode 29 - Zombies and Demons (Matthew 27: 51-53 and Mark 5)
October 15, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 62.2 MBIn this special Halloween episode, Josh tells us two stories from the New Testament. The first story is from Matthew 27, verses 51 through 53 which may or may not mention zombies in the Bible. The second story is the story of Jesus driving demons out of a possessed man into a herd of pigs from Mark 5. Jamison, Brett, and Jeremy join in the conversation and we do our best to get Disney+ to sponsor us. So, listen in as we explore the Bible, with Bible On The Rocks!
Episode 28 - Leah and Rachel (Genesis 29)
June 28, 2022 16:14 - 1 hour - 56.7 MBIn this episode, Jeremy tells us about the Bible's first 'love triangle,' the story of Leah and Rachel and Jacob. Brett and Josh provide commentary while our conversation leads us through topics such as incest, deception, and karma. So, listen in as we explore the Bible with Bible On The Rocks!
Episode 27 - The Road to Damascus (Acts 9)
May 15, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 43.5 MBIn this episode, Brett tells the story of Saul's conversion from persecuting Christians to becoming one of the biggest proponents of Christianity after his encounter with Jesus on the road to Damascus from the book of Acts, Chapter 9. Contributing in this episode are Jeremy, Brent, Erik, and Ed. The conversation covers a wide range of topics, so sit back and enjoy as we explore the Bible with Bible On The Rocks!
Bible, Neat - Thoughts On Sin
May 01, 2022 05:00 - 23 minutes - 16 MBDuring the recording for Episode 26 (David Spares Saul's Life, 1 Samuel 24), we got onto a tangent that had to be cut for time. This time, it was a discussion about sin. Are all sins equal in the eyes of God or are there varying degrees of sin? We don't necessarily answer the question, because ultimately we don't know, but we do at least have the conversation. So, please enjoy this bonus episode of Bible On The Rocks.
Episode 26 - David Spares Saul's Life (1 Samuel 24)
April 19, 2022 14:23 - 1 hour - 41.4 MBIn this episode, Jeremy tells the story of David sparing Saul's life when Saul goes into the cave where David is hiding to "relieve" himself. Brett, Brent, Jamison, and Ed provide commentary and a couple of us even share unique stories of having to "relieve" ourselves. There's plenty you won't want to miss, so listen in as we explore the Bible, with Bible On The Rocks!
Episode 25 - Jacob Wrestles An Angel (Gen. 22: 22-32)
March 15, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 53.3 MBIn this episode, Josh tells the story of Jacob wrestling with an angel from the book of Genesis, Chapter 22, verses 22 through 32. Josh explains that Genesis raises a lot more questions than it does answers, so Brett, Jeremy, and Ed join in the discussion to try to figure out what this story means to them. So, listen in as we explore the Bible with Bible On The Rocks!
Episode 24 - Nebuchadnezzar (Daniel 4)
February 15, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 45.9 MBIn this episode, Erik tells the story of Nebuchadnezzar becoming like a wild animal from the book of Daniel, Chapter 4. Providing commentary are Jeremy, Brett, Brent, and Ed. In addition to the story, Erik opens up about some of his struggles with mental health and how therapy and counseling are helping him to overcome. He ties the mental health into the story by informing us that Nebuchadnezzar may have suffered from an mental health condition called Boanthropy. So, listen in a...
Bible, Neat - Thoughts on Prayer
February 01, 2022 06:00 - 12 minutes - 8.8 MBSometimes the things that get cut out of an episode are too good to simply remove and never see the light of day. This is one of them. During our recording for Matthew 7, we began to talk about prayer and the conversation, even though it wasn't pertinent to the story at the time, was worth sharing. So, for a quick bonus episode, listen in as we discuss our thoughts on prayer.
Bonus Episode - Thoughts on Prayer
February 01, 2022 06:00 - 12 minutes - 8.8 MBSometimes the things that get cut out of an episode are too good to simply remove and never see the light of day. This is one of them. During our recording for Matthew 7, we began to talk about prayer and the conversation, even though it wasn't pertinent to the story at the time, was worth sharing. So, for a quick bonus episode, listen in as we discuss our thoughts on prayer.
Episode 23 - "On The Rocks" (Matthew 7)
January 15, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 55.2 MBIn this episode, Jamison talks about various passages from the Bible that mention rocks. The main discussion centers on Matthew 7. Sit back and enjoy as we explore the Bible, with Bible On The Rocks!
Episode 22 - Gideon (Judges 6-8)
December 16, 2021 21:12 - 1 hour - 53.8 MBIn this episode, Brett tells the story of Gideon from the book of Judges, chapters 6 through 8. Gideon took an army of 300 men that was whittled down from thousands of men and defeated the Midianites through confusion. Gideon's story may not be as simple as it sounds, though. Brent Henderson, Jeremy Spittle, Jamison Stubbs, and Erik Smith join the discussion to talk about what Gideon's story means for them, if anything at all. We continue to talk about how good B&B Saus is (bnbs...
Episode 21 - Adam and Eve (Genesis 2-3)
November 17, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 65.2 MBIn this episode, our guest contributor, Brent Henderson (of The Good Reverend Kombucha Company) tells the story of Adam and Eve from the book of Genesis, Chapters 2 and 3. We talk about what it means to sin and try to come up with new names for animals. Erik then explains why he believes we as humans are incapable of creating something completely new by using the movie "Alien" as an example. We even break out into song by the end of the discussion because of a joke that Brett sha...
Episode 20 - The Twelve Spies (Numbers 13-14)
October 19, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 67.1 MBIn this episode, Jeremy tells the story of The Twelve Spies from the book of Numbers, chapters 13 and 14. In this story, God tells Moses to send out twelve spies into the promised land and there's a disagreement about whether or not they'll be able to conquer the land. Brett, Josh, Ed, and special guest Brent Henderson, owner of The Good Reverend Kombucha Company, discuss the story and talk about what we think it could mean. So, listen in as we explore the Bible with Bible On The...
Episode 20 - The Story of The Twelve Spies (Numbers 13-14)
October 19, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 67.1 MBIn this episode, Jeremy tells the story of The Twelve Spies from the book of Numbers, chapters 13 and 14. In this story, God tells Moses to send out twelve spies into the promised land and there's a disagreement about whether or not they'll be able to conquer the land. Brett, Josh, Ed, and special guest Brent Henderson, owner of The Good Reverend Kombucha Company, discuss the story and talk about what we think it could mean. So, listen in as we explore the Bible with Bible On The...
Episode 19 - Jonah: Part 2 (Jonah 3-4)
September 19, 2021 05:00 - 38 minutes - 26.6 MBIn this episode, Ed, Brett, and Jamison team up to finish the story of Jonah. The team continues to discuss our opinion that Jonah is a terrible prophet, with Erik the only one who starts to stand up for him. So, join us as we explore the Bible with Bible On The Rocks!
Episode 19 - The Story of Jonah: Part 2 (Jonah 3-4)
September 19, 2021 05:00 - 38 minutes - 26.6 MBIn this episode, Ed, Brett, and Jamison team up to finish the story of Jonah. The team continues to discuss our opinion that Jonah is a terrible prophet, with Erik the only one who starts to stand up for him. So, join us as we explore the Bible with Bible On The Rocks!
Episode 18 - Jonah: Part 1 (Jonah 1-2)
September 04, 2021 14:49 - 1 hour - 41.4 MBIn this episode, Ed tells us the first half of the story of Jonah. Erik, Brett, Jamison, Jeremy, and Ed then discuss. As it turns out, Jonah was not a very good prophet. So, listen in as we explore the Bible, with Bible On The Rocks!
Episode 18 - The Story of Jonah: Part 1 (Jonah 1-2)
September 04, 2021 14:49 - 1 hour - 41.4 MBIn this episode, Ed tells us the first half of the story of Jonah. Erik, Brett, Jamison, Jeremy, and Ed then discuss. As it turns out, Jonah was not a very good prophet. So, listen in as we explore the Bible, with Bible On The Rocks!
Episode 17 - The Story of Absalom (2 Samuel 13-18)
August 19, 2021 23:31 - 57 minutes - 40 MBIn this episode, Ed tells the story of Absalom, one of King David's sons, from the book of 2 Samuel, chapters 13-18, while Brett, Jamison, Josh, and Jeremy contribute to the discussion. This is our second of two recordings using Zoom during the quarantine of 2020. In addition to Brett keeping us on track, he provides an explanation of what a mule is, and Josh, at the end, provides not one, but two dad-jokes despite saying he had none. There's a lot to this story, so listen in as ...
Episode 17 - Absalom (2 Samuel 13-18)
August 19, 2021 23:31 - 57 minutes - 40 MBIn this episode, Ed tells the story of Absalom, one of King David's sons, from the book of 2 Samuel, chapters 13-18, while Brett, Jamison, Josh, and Jeremy contribute to the discussion. This is our second of two recordings using Zoom during the quarantine of 2020. In addition to Brett keeping us on track, he provides an explanation of what a mule is, and Josh, at the end, provides not one, but two dad-jokes despite saying he had none. There's a lot to this story, so listen in as ...
Episode 16 - Saul Visits the Witch at Endor (1 Samuel 28)
May 16, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 49.9 MBIn this episode of Bible On The Rocks, Josh tells the story of Saul, the first king of Israel, visiting the witch at Endor. Death predictions, a ghost, and a witch; what more could you ask for? Brett, Jamison, and Jeremy then discuss with Josh what the implications of this story may be. So, sit back and enjoy as we explore the Bible with Bible On The Rocks.
Season 2, Episode 5 - Saul Visits the Witch at Endor (1 Samuel 28)
May 16, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 49.9 MBIn this episode of Bible On The Rocks, Josh tells the story of Saul, the first king of Israel, visiting the witch at Endor. Death predictions, a ghost, and a witch; what more could you ask for? Brett, Jamison, and Jeremy then discuss with Josh what the implications of this story may be. So, sit back and enjoy as we explore the Bible with Bible On The Rocks.
Episode 15 - Peter's Escape From Jail (Acts 12: 1-19)
April 15, 2021 23:18 - 59 minutes - 41 MBIn this episode, Jeremy tells the story of Peter's escape from jail from the book of Acts, Chapter 12, verses 1-19. You'll never guess who Peter was in jail with! Listen in to find out as we explore the Bible with Bible On The Rocks.
Season 2, Episode 4 - The Story of Peter's Escape From Jail (Acts 12: 1-19)
April 15, 2021 23:18 - 59 minutes - 41 MBIn this episode, Jeremy tells the story of Peter's escape from jail from the book of Acts, Chapter 12, verses 1-19. You'll never guess who Peter was in jail with! Listen in to find out as we explore the Bible with Bible On The Rocks.
Episode 15 - The Story of Peter's Escape From Jail (Acts 12: 1-19)
April 15, 2021 23:18 - 59 minutes - 41 MBIn this episode, Jeremy tells the story of Peter's escape from jail from the book of Acts, Chapter 12, verses 1-19. You'll never guess who Peter was in jail with! Listen in to find out as we explore the Bible with Bible On The Rocks.
Episode 14 - The Story of Rahab (Joshua 2)
February 05, 2021 13:55 - 1 hour - 58.4 MBIn this episode, Jeremy tells the story of Rahab, from the book of Joshua, chapter 2, while Brett, Josh, and Ed provide commentary. Rahab was a prostitute who lived in the city of Jericho during the time when the Jewish Nation was exiting the wilderness and coming to the promised land. Our conversation covers a multitude of topics, but gets pretty deep when Ed presents the question, "would you rather be known for the bad things you did, or the good?" So, sit back and enjoy, as we...
Episode 14 - Rahab (Joshua 2)
February 05, 2021 13:55 - 1 hour - 58.4 MBIn this episode, Jeremy tells the story of Rahab, from the book of Joshua, chapter 2, while Brett, Josh, and Ed provide commentary. Rahab was a prostitute who lived in the city of Jericho during the time when the Jewish Nation was exiting the wilderness and coming to the promised land. Our conversation covers a multitude of topics, but gets pretty deep when Ed presents the question, "would you rather be known for the bad things you did, or the good?" So, sit back and enjoy, as we...
Season 2, Episode 3 - The Story of Rahab (Joshua 2)
February 05, 2021 13:55 - 1 hour - 58.4 MBIn this episode, Jeremy tells the story of Rahab, from the book of Joshua, chapter 2, while Brett, Josh, and Ed provide commentary. Rahab was a prostitute who lived in the city of Jericho during the time when the Jewish Nation was exiting the wilderness and coming to the promised land. Our conversation covers a multitude of topics, but gets pretty deep when Ed presents the question, "would you rather be known for the bad things you did, or the good?" So, sit back and enjoy, as we...
Episode 13 - The Story of Abraham and Isaac (Gen. 22: 1-19)
December 24, 2020 05:01 - 1 hour - 44.7 MBThis week, we enjoy a special bottle of Kentucky Owl Bourbon Whiskey provided by John O'Donnell as Brett tells us the story of Abraham and Isaac from the book of Genesis, Chapter 22, verses 1-19. Brett, Jamison, Jeremy, and Josh then discuss what the passage means to them. One final note: Prohibition was enacted with the 18th Amendment and repealed with the 21st.
Season 2, Episode 2 - The Story of Abraham and Isaac (Gen. 22: 1-19)
December 24, 2020 05:01 - 1 hour - 44.7 MBThis week, we enjoy a special bottle of Kentucky Owl Bourbon Whiskey provided by John O'Donnell as Brett tells us the story of Abraham and Isaac from the book of Genesis, Chapter 22, verses 1-19. Brett, Jamison, Jeremy, and Josh then discuss what the passage means to them. One final note: Prohibition was enacted with the 18th Amendment and repealed with the 21st.
Episode 13 - Abraham and Isaac (Gen. 22: 1-19)
December 24, 2020 05:01 - 1 hour - 44.7 MBThis week, we enjoy a special bottle of Kentucky Owl Bourbon Whiskey provided by John O'Donnell as Brett tells us the story of Abraham and Isaac from the book of Genesis, Chapter 22, verses 1-19. Brett, Jamison, Jeremy, and Josh then discuss what the passage means to them. One final note: Prohibition was enacted with the 18th Amendment and repealed with the 21st.
Episode 12 - The Story of Jephthah (Judges 11)
September 30, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 66.5 MBCovid but some brakes on our production, but we're doing what we can to get back into it. This week, we discuss the story of Jephthah and how he made a vow to God and ended up sacrificing his daughter. This episode is a bit long, but we had a lot to say about it. So, sit back and enjoy, as we explore the Bible, with Bible On The Rocks.
Episode 12 - Jephthah (Judges 11)
September 30, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 66.5 MBCovid but some brakes on our production, but we're doing what we can to get back into it. This week, we discuss the story of Jephthah and how he made a vow to God and ended up sacrificing his daughter. This episode is a bit long, but we had a lot to say about it. So, sit back and enjoy, as we explore the Bible, with Bible On The Rocks.
Season 2, Episode 1 - The Story of Jephthah (Judges 11)
September 30, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 66.5 MBWelcome to Season 2 of Bible On The Rocks! Covid but some brakes on our production, but we're doing what we can to get back into it. This week, to kick off Season 2, we discuss the story of Jephthah and how he made a vow to God and ended up sacrificing his daughter. This episode is a bit long, but we had a lot to say about it. So, sit back and enjoy, as we explore the Bible, with Bible On The Rocks.
Season 1, Episode 11 - The Parable of the Shrewd Manager (Luke 16: 1-15)
April 23, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 45.7 MBIn this episode, tells the story of The Parable of the Shrewd Manager, from the Gospel of Luke, chapters 16, verses 1 through 15. So, sit back and enjoy, as we explore the Bible with Bible On The Rocks.
Episode 11 - The Parable of the Shrewd Manager (Luke 16: 1-15)
April 23, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 45.7 MBIn this episode, Brett tells the story of The Parable of the Shrewd Manager, from the Gospel of Luke, chapter 16, verses 1 through 15. So, sit back and enjoy, as we explore the Bible with Bible On The Rocks.
Episode 10 - The Story of Balaam (Numbers 22 - 25)
April 09, 2020 05:00 - 59 minutes - 40.9 MBIn this episode of Bible On The Rocks, Jamison tells the story of Balaam, from the book of Numbers, chapters 22 through 25.
Season 1, Episode 10 - The Story of Balaam (Numbers 22 - 25)
April 09, 2020 05:00 - 59 minutes - 40.9 MBIn this episode of Bible On The Rocks, Jamison tells the story of Balaam, from the book of Numbers, chapters 22 through 25. Please note that this episode was previously recorded. We at Bible On The Rocks take social distancing seriously and have begun remote recordings to comply with all COVID-19 social distancing requirements.
Episode 10 - Balaam (Numbers 22 - 25)
April 09, 2020 05:00 - 59 minutes - 40.9 MBIn this episode of Bible On The Rocks, Jamison tells the story of Balaam, from the book of Numbers, chapters 22 through 25.
Episode 9 Bonus Episode
April 02, 2020 05:00 - 27 minutes - 18.6 MBThis bonus episode contains a lot of discussion with our Episode 9 guest, Kayan Choudhry, about some of the differences between the Christian faith and the Muslim faith. These recordings didn't make the cut for the main episode for one reason or another, but were too fascinating to leave on the cutting room floor. So, sit back and enjoy as we continue to explore the Bible, with Bible On The Rocks.
Season 1, Episode 9 Bonus Episode
April 02, 2020 05:00 - 27 minutes - 18.6 MBThis bonus episode contains a lot of discussion with our Episode 9 guest, Kayan Choudhry, about some of the differences between the Christian faith and the Muslim faith. These recordings didn't make the cut for the main episode for one reason or another, but were too fascinating to leave on the cutting room floor. So, sit back and enjoy as we continue to explore the Bible, with Bible On The Rocks.
Episode 9 Extra Material
April 02, 2020 05:00 - 27 minutes - 18.6 MBThis bonus episode contains a lot of discussion with our Episode 9 guest, Kayan Choudhry, about some of the differences between the Christian faith and the Muslim faith. These recordings didn't make the cut for the main episode for one reason or another, but were too fascinating to leave on the cutting room floor. So, sit back and enjoy as we continue to explore the Bible, with Bible On The Rocks.
Episode 9 - Lot and His Daughters/Sodom and Gomorrah (Genesis 19)
March 26, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 46.6 MBIn this episode, Erik tells the story of Lot and his daughters, also knows as the story of Sodom and Gomorrah, from the book of Genesis, Chapter 19. We're also joined in the studio by a special guest, Kayan Choudhry, who provides some input on the story from the standpoint of the Muslim faith. So, sit back and enjoy, as we explore the Bible with Bible On The Rocks!
Season 1, Episode 9 - Lot and His Daughters/Sodom and Gomorrah (Genesis 19)
March 26, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 46.6 MBIn this episode, Erik tells the story of Lot and his daughters, also knows as the story of Sodom and Gomorrah, from the book of Genesis, Chapter 19. We're also joined in the studio by a special guest, Kayan Choudhry, who provides some input on the story from the standpoint of the Muslim faith. So, sit back and enjoy, as we explore the Bible with Bible On The Rocks!
Season 1, Episode 8 - The Story of Dinah (Genesis 34)
March 12, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 43.8 MBRape, violence, bloodshed, and penis mutilation. Never thought you’d hear that in a bible story, did you? Well, in this episode, Jeremy, Jamison, Brett, and Josh(ua) talk about the story of Dinah, from the book of Genesis, Chapter 34. This story contains all of these and more.
Episode 8 - Dinah (Genesis 34)
March 12, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 43.8 MBRape, violence, bloodshed, and penis mutilation. Never thought you’d hear that in a bible story, did you? Well, in this episode, Jeremy, Jamison, Brett, and Josh(ua) talk about the story of Dinah, from the book of Genesis, Chapter 34. This story contains all of these and more.