Bible Book Club

Season 1

1. Genesis Overview: In the Beginning

   Episode 1

   Show notes

   Welcome to the club!

   Whether you have read the Bible multiple times or have never read a word of it, start your journey with us. Our first stop, for our first episode, is Genesis 1:1-2 with an overview & surprise appearance of Jesus. In just 2 verses, we lay the foundation.

   We're visual learners. If you are too, make sure to take a peek at the show notes below!

   Show Notes

   • Blog
   • Old Testament Printable
   • New Testament Printable
   • The TaNakh Books Printable
   • Patriarchal Lineage Printable

   Show notes are also available to view on Susanme.com/podcast.

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   This episode is part of our ongoing Bible Book Club series, starting with Genesis and journeying all the way through the Bible. Thanks for listening!

   Jan 15, 2021 25 min

2. Genesis 1: God Created the World

   Episode 2

   Show notes

   Welcome back!

   In this episode, we deep dive into Genesis 1, otherwise known as the story of creation. Susan provides us with a fresh, out-of-this-world perspective on an age-old passage.

   We're visual learners. If you are too, make sure to peek at the show notes below!

   Show Notes

   • Blog
   • Earthrise Image
   • Apollo 8 Christmas Eve Recordinghttps://www.nasa.gov/content/goddard/nasa-releases-new-earthrise-simulation-video
   • Earthrise Video Stimulation

   Image and video source: NASA

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   This episode is part of our ongoing Bible Book Club series, starting with Genesis and journeying all the way through the Bible. Thanks for listening!

   Apr 6, 2021 24 min

3. Genesis 2: God Created Us

   Episode 3

   Show notes

   Welcome back, clubbers!

   We are three weeks into the journey of Genesis. We are up to Genesis 2 where...(drum roll, please)... God created us! This is where we begin. God was so intimately involved in the creation of man and woman, but what was His purpose? All things we could spends hours discussing, but we will keep it to half an hour.

   In our book club, we're visual learners. If you are too, make sure to take a peek at the show notes below!

   Show Notes

   • Blog

   Show notes are also available to view on Susanme.com/podcast.

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   This episode is part of our ongoing Bible Book Club series, starting with Genesis and journeying all the way through the Bible. Thanks for listening!

   Apr 12, 2021 27 min

4. Genesis 3: The Fall That Was Fatal

   Episode 4

   Show notes

   Genesis 3 (aptly named "The Fall") is where our world starts to crack. It's where we meet a new and horrible character: Satan. Join Susan and Heather as they analyze where it all went wrong and how we can avoid the same mistakes today.

   Make sure to take a peek at the show notes below as it really helps with this week's episode!

   Show Notes

   • Blog
   • The Path to Good or Evil Printable

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   This episode is part of our ongoing Bible Book Club series, starting with Genesis and journeying all the way through the Bible. Thanks for listening!

   Apr 19, 2021 34 min

5. Genesis 4: Why Cain Killed Abel

   Episode 5

   Show notes

   We said it before: the Bible has it all--romance, history, comedy, suspense, murder. Well, Genesis 4 starts, and we, unfortunately, see the first murder take place. A brother vs brother comparison leads to a dark path for Cain and long-lasting consequences to his sin. Join Susan and Heather as they dig deeper into the story of Adam and Eve's children.

   Make sure to take a peek at the show notes below as it really helps with this week's episode!

   Show Notes

   • Blog
   • The Path to Good or Evil Printable
   • The Cyle of Exile and The Analysis of the Heart charts available to view on the blog!

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   This episode is part of our ongoing Bible Book Club series, starting with Genesis and journeying all the way through the Bible. Thanks for listening!

   Apr 26, 2021 29 min

6. Genesis 5: From Adam to Enoch to a Son Who Saves in Generation 10

   Episode 6

   Show notes

   Moving on from the murder last week, in Genesis 5, God provides hope through the new line of Seth. If you usually skip genealogies you will want to stay tuned. Susan and Heather become quite the historians this week as they get up close and personal with all ten generations from Adam to Noah. Be ready for Bible benders galore because there is a lot more to this genealogy than a list of names!

   Make sure to take a peek at the show notes below for all the visual learners out there.

   Show Notes

   • Blog
   • The Names with a Message table is available to view on the blog!

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   This episode is part of our ongoing Bible Book Club series, starting with Genesis and journeying all the way through the Bible. Thanks for listening!

   May 3, 2021 25 min

7. Genesis 6: Nephilim, Noah, and the Judgment

   Episode 7

   Show notes

   From Murder (Genesis 4) to Hope through a new line (Genesis 5) to the mysterious Nephilim (Genesis 6), Genesis provides it all. Susan and Heather provide 3 explanations for who 'Nephilim' could be in this episode. I wonder, where will you land?

   But that's not all. From there, we get introduced to Noah, a hero with an Ark. Settle in with us as well ride the wave that is Genesis 6.

   Make sure to take a peek at the show notes below for Hayley's recap!

   Show Notes

   • Blog

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   This episode is part of our ongoing Bible Book Club series, starting with Genesis and journeying all the way through the Bible. Thanks for listening!

   May 10, 2021 25 min

8. Genesis 7-8: The Epic Flood

   Episode 8

   Show notes

   Even if you don't know the Bible, most people know the story of Noah and the flood. If you grew up in church, you probably remember the cute children's story that focused on the animals making their way into the Ark. In today's episode, Susan and Heather walk through the details of the rather epic tragedy of the ark--with no kid glasses on.

   Settle in for Chapter 7 and part of 8.

   Make sure to take a peek at the show notes below for Hayley's recap!

   Show Notes

   • Blog
   • Noah's Chiasmus

   Show notes (like Noah's Cruise Itinerary and verses) are also available to view onSusanme.com/podcast.

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   This episode is part of our ongoing Bible Book Club series, starting with Genesis and journeying all the way through the Bible. Thanks for listening!

   May 17, 2021 29 min

9. Genesis 8-9: Noah and the Colorful Covenant

   Episode 9

   Show notes

   Trips make an impact on us, for better or worse and the year on the ark is no different. In these chapters, we see the aftermath of the Ark. After such a big year for Noah's family, God provides direction to Noah through a sweet covenant.

   Settle in for Chapter 8 and part of 9.

   Make sure to take a peek at the show notes below for Hayley's recap!

   Show Notes

   • Blog
   • Modern and Middle East Map
   • Resources for those with unwanted pregnancies

   Show notes (including detailed notes on the Noahic Covenant) are also available to view onSusanme.com/podcast.

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   This episode is part of our ongoing Bible Book Club series, starting with Genesis and journeying all the way through the Bible. Thanks for listening!

   May 24, 2021 34 min

10. Genesis 9-10: The Table of Nations

    Episode 10

    Show notes

    We are back on dry land and now we get a glimpse into Noah's family--especially his three sons: Ham, Shem, and Japheth. Listen in on Heather's reading of Chapter 9 and 10--the chapters where 3 sons become 70 nations.

    Psst! This week we also get the pleasure of Buck the editor's thoughts on the fertile crescent.

    Make sure to take a peek at the show notes below for Hayley's recap!

    Show Notes

    • Blog
    • The Table of Nations
    • Modern and Middle East Map
    • World History Encyclopedia

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    This episode is part of our ongoing Bible Book Club series, starting with Genesis and journeying all the way through the Bible. Thanks for listening!

    May 31, 2021 35 min

11. Genesis 11: The Tower of Babel

    Episode 11

    Show notes

    Genesis 11 describes the Tower of Babel of the Babylonians. Listen as we uncover the purpose for the Tower and what remains of it today. Don't miss out as Susan points out how this attempt of the Babylonians to elevate their name provided a great contrast to Jesus, "the temple" in the New Testament.

    Make sure to take a peek at the show notes below for Hayley's recap!

    Show Notes

    • Blog
    • Some Very Compelling Evidence the Tower of Babel was Real
    • Archeologist Doug Petrovich: Site of Tower in Eridu
    • Overview: The Tower of Babel

    Show notes (including Building Comparison of Tower and the "Temple" table) are also available to view onSusanme.com/podcast.

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    This episode is part of our ongoing Bible Book Club series, starting with Genesis and journeying all the way through the Bible. Thanks for listening!

    Jun 7, 2021 23 min

12. Genesis 12: Abraham's Call, Test, and Wife Lie #1

    Episode 12

    Show notes

    Genesis 12 starts the second half of Genesis. The first 11 chapters covered primeval history and were about God and the World. Chapters 12-50 cover the patriarchal history, which is about God and Abraham's family.

    Who doesn't love a good family story? Let's see what God has planned for Abraham.

    Make sure to take a peek at the show notes below for Hayley's recap!

    Show Notes

    • Blog
    • The Migration of Abraham
    • The Bible Project: The Book of Genesis Part 2
    • The Bible Project: Overview: Genesis 12-50

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    Jun 14, 2021 30 min

13. Genesis 13: Abraham and Lot

    Episode 13

    Show notes

    Ever took a trip that had lost-lasting effects? Abraham could relate.

    Abraham's detour to Egypt had quite a few consequences. Heather and Susan review them and the rest of Chapter 13 in this episode!

    Make sure to take a peek at the show notes below for Hayley's recap!

    Show Notes

    • Blog
    • The Path to Good or Evil

    Show notes are also available to view onSusanme.com/podcast.

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    This episode is part of our ongoing Bible Book Club series, starting with Genesis and journeying all the way through the Bible. Thanks for listening!

    Jun 21, 2021 29 min

14. Genesis 14: The Mysterious Melchizedek + Abraham's Victory

    Episode 14

    Show notes

    What story would be complete without a battle? Chapter 14 brings us Abram's first battle and quite the rescue mission. This chapter has many confusing names as we see 9 kings battling each other for territory over an important trade route. Don't let the names get to you-- Heather will read them and Susan will break it all down for us.

    Make sure to take a peek at the show notes below for Hayley's recap!

    Show Notes

    • Blog
    • Abraham in Canaan

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    This episode is part of our ongoing Bible Book Club series, starting with Genesis and journeying all the way through the Bible. Thanks for listening!

    Jun 28, 2021 31 min

15. Genesis 15-16: The Bad Idea Conception and Covenant #2

    Episode 15

    Show notes

    Abraham's journey is a rollercoaster of trust and doubt. In chapters 15 and 16, Abraham is blessed with a covenant from God but he still experiences doubt and tries to have a child his own way. Get on the ride as Susan and Heather take you on Abraham's rollercoaster.

    Make sure to take a peek at the show notes below for Hayley's recap!

    Show Notes

    • Blog
    • The Blessing of Ishmael

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    Jul 5, 2021 40 min

16. Genesis 17: Circumcision and the Other Son, Ishmael

    Episode 16

    Show notes

    In Genesis 17, we move ahead 13 years to where Abraham is 99 years old and baby Ishmael is now a teenager at 13. God speaks to Abraham and tells him that the child that will fulfill the blessing is coming. Also in this chapter, Abram and Sarai get a name change, and all the men in Abraham's family get a physical reminder of this covenant.

    Make sure to take a peek at the show notes below for Hayley's recap!

    Show Notes

    • Blog

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    This episode is part of our ongoing Bible Book Club series, starting with Genesis and journeying all the way through the Bible. Thanks for listening!

    Jul 12, 2021 30 min

17. Genesis 18: The Stranger Angel Conversations Part 1

    Episode 17

    Show notes

    Genesis 18 brings some visitors to Abraham with some long-awaited news! Abraham and Sarah react to the news and visitors differently. (Which reaction do you think you relate to more?) Tag along as Susan and Heather shows that there is nothing random when it comes to God.

    We are happy you are part of the club. Make sure to take a peek at the show notes below for Hayley's recap!

    Show Notes

    • blog

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    This episode is part of our ongoing Bible Book Club series, starting with Genesis and journeying all the way through the Bible. Thanks for listening!

    Jul 19, 2021 31 min

18. Genesis 18-19: The Stranger Angel Conversations Part 2

    Episode 18

    Show notes

    We continue this week with the stranger angel conversations in the rest of Genesis 18 and the start of Genesis 19. The angels alert Abraham of the upcoming destruction of Sodom--the land in which Lot lives. Tag along as Susan and Heather discuss how questioning God when your heart is in the right place is welcomed by the Lord.

    We are happy you are part of the club. Make sure to take a peek at the show notes below for Hayley's recap!

    Show Notes

    • blog

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    This episode is part of our ongoing Bible Book Club series, starting with Genesis and journeying all the way through the Bible. Thanks for listening!

    Jul 26, 2021 35 min

19. Genesis 19: Sodom and Gomorrah Destroyed

    Episode 19

    Show notes

    The rest of Genesis 19 sees the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah take place. Susan and Heather discuss Lot's reactions to the impending judgment and how righteousness can protect us.

    We are happy you are part of the club. Make sure to take a peek at the show notes below for Hayley's recap!

    Show Notes

    • blog
    • David's Wars of Conquest

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    This episode is part of our ongoing Bible Book Club series, starting with Genesis and journeying all the way through the Bible. Thanks for listening!

    Aug 2, 2021 26 min

20. Genesis 20-21: Lies, Allies, and Isaac

    Episode 20

    Show notes

    In this episode covering Genesis 20 and 21, we see Abraham and Sarah get their fulfilled promise in the form of baby Isaac. Susan and Heather discuss everything from Ishmael's leaving, Sarah's mama bear moment, and even a new alliance.

    We are happy you are part of the club. Make sure to take a peek at the show notes below for Hayley's recap!

    Show Notes

    • blog
    • Ishmael, Isaac, Jesus and God: yesterday, today and tomorrow
    • Religion and the Israel-Palestinian Conflict: Cause, Consequence, and Cure
    • Isaac and Ishmael: Opportunities for Peace within Religious Narrative

    Show notes are also available to view onSusanme.com/podcast.

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    This episode is part of our ongoing Bible Book Club series, starting with Genesis and journeying all the way through the Bible. Thanks for listening!

    Aug 9, 2021 36 min