BibleCurio Podcast

Episode 14: Naaman's Boxes | When Naaman is healed of leprosy, he doesn’t just thank the prophet—he asks for two mule-loads of dirt. Why? In this episode, we explore one of the strangest post-miracle moments in Scripture and discover what sacred soil, Dracula’s boxes, and God’s grace in gray areas all have in common. Naaman’s story invites us to consider how faith survives in foreign lands—and what it means to carry holiness with us into a complicated world.

Episode 13: Why Didn't Joseph Write Home? | Most people remember Joseph as the dreamer-turned-ruler, but one question has haunted rabbis for centuries: why didn’t he ever send word to his grieving father? This episode of BibleCurio dives into one of the strangest silences in the Bible—and reveals a hidden thread of misunderstanding, strategy, and heartbreak. What we discover reshapes our picture of Joseph and offers a surprising mirror for our own fractured relationships. As always, we follow the trail of curiosity, because God is in the details.

Episode 12: Show & Tell | What if the Bible doesn’t just tell truth but shows it through its very structure? In this episode of BibleCurio, we explore Structural Allegory—how Scripture’s design reinforces its message, from the unraveling form of Lamentations to the echoes of Genesis in John. We also look at how great literature, like Frankenstein and Silence, uses the same technique. If the universe is fine-tuned, could the Bible be just as intentionally crafted?

Episode 11: The First Sign | Why did Jesus choose water into wine as His first miracle? In this episode, we take a closer look at the wedding at Cana, how the first wedding in John's writings echoes the last, and how this moment sets the stage for everything Jesus came to do.

Episode 10: Did Paul Do Midrash? | Did Paul read the Old Testament the way we do? Or was he engaging in something deeper—an ancient Jewish practice called Midrash? In this episode, we uncover how Paul interpreted Scripture, why his letters are filled with hidden layers of meaning, and what this reveals about the way we should read the Bible today.

Episode 9: Where Are You? | The first question God asks in the Bible is "Where are you?" (Genesis 3:9)—but why does an all-knowing God need to ask? This episode explores how that question reveals God’s relentless pursuit of humanity and why it shapes everything we believe about Him. If we start with the wrong view of God, we risk misunderstanding faith, ministry, and even Scripture itself.

Episode 8: Sticks & Stones | "Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me." But is that really true? In this episode of BibleCurio, we explore the story of Abimelech in Judges 9—a man brought down by both stones and words—and uncover a mysterious connection to 2 Samuel 11-12. Why does Joab invoke Abimelech’s downfall when speaking to David? And what do the rare Old Testament parables in these chapters reveal about power, legacy, and the stark contrast between Abimelech and David?

Episode 7: What Did Jesus Draw? | In this episode of BibleCurio, we explore the mystery of John 8, uncovering a prophetic sign-act that left the Pharisees speechless. From ancient Jeremiah prophecies to Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl performance, we examine how actions can speak louder than words—and why Jesus’ silence carried more weight than any argument ever could..

Episode 6: Code-Switching for Pharaoh | When Moses stood before Pharaoh, his language shifted. At first, he spoke of YHWH as the covenant-keeping God of Israel. But in the next breath, he described Him in terms Pharaoh could grasp—like a pagan deity who demands sacrifice. Why the sudden change? In this episode, we explore Moses’ divine code-switch, the radical nature of YHWH, and why the stories we tell about God matter.

Episode 5: An Empty Throne |Why is the holiest place in Israel’s worship—the very throne room of God—completely empty? Unlike the gods of other nations, YHWH refuses to be contained in an image. In this episode, we explore the radical significance of God’s formlessness and how the Incarnation changes everything.

Episode 4: Healing in His Prayer ShawlA desperate woman reaches for the edge of Jesus’ garment, and in that moment, everything changes. But what was she really grasping for? In this episode, we uncover the deep Jewish significance of Jesus’ prayer shawl, the prophecy hidden in Malachi, and why this woman’s act of faith was more than just a cry for healing—it was a declaration of who she believed Jesus to be.

Episode 3: No Place Like HomeIn this episode of BibleCurio, we uncover the surprising focus on the land in Cain’s story and explore how his punishment perfectly fit his crime. Discover why Cain wasn’t condemned to death, how Genesis stories serve as prototypes for Torah laws, and what this all reveals about God’s justice and mercy. Join us as we reflect on how discipline can shape and transform us.

Episode 2: Claiming Your Role as God’s FirstbornThis episode dives into the surprising theme of the "firstborn" (or 'Bekhor') in the Exodus story, revealing its deep connections to Passover, baptism, and our identity as God’s children. Discover how Israel’s calling as God’s firstborn reflects our own mission to carry His values and embrace the responsibility of reflecting His love to the world..

Episode 1: Introducing the Idea of the PodcastIn this debut episode of BibleCurio, we explore the intricate beauty of the Bible, a collaborative masterpiece crafted over generations. Discover how its details reveal God’s artistry, invite our curiosity, and transform our understanding of the world. Join us as we uncover why “God is in the details.”