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Covenants and Kingdoms
by Nathan Parvin and Brad Haynes
Covenants & Kingdoms takes you on a journey through the historical and cultural world of the Bible. Hosted by Dr. Nathan Parvin and Brad Haynes, this podcast uncovers the historical context behind biblical events—where they happened, what was going on in the region, and how it all connects to the grand narrative of Scripture.From ancient covenants to the rise and fall of kingdoms, each episode dives into the people, places, and events that shaped biblical history.Subscribe now and journey through the lands, cultures, and stories that shaped the world’s most influential book.
Episodes
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S1 E37: The Brother in Disguise
Joseph's brothers threw him in a pit and left him for dead. Two decades later the tables had turned, and they traveled all the way to Egypt to beg their brother to help them avoid starvation. But the catch is, they didn't have a clue it was Joseph. Nathan and Brad break down Genesis chapter 42,...
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S1 E36: Dreams from God and Pharaoh's Preparation
In this episode, Nathan and Brad walk through Genesis 41, one of the most dramatic turning points in the entire Joseph narrative. After thirteen long years of slavery and prison, Pharaoh has two troubling dreams that none of Egypt’s professional magicians or wise men can interpret. Then the...
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S1 E35: The Tale of Two Dreams
In our 35th episode diving into every detail of Genesis and it's historical context, Nathan and Brad dig into Genesis 40, where Joseph interprets the dreams of his fellow prisoners. The first has his dream interpreted, and Joseph tells of a future as bright as the lights in our podcast studio.…
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S1 E34: God Was With Him
Nathan and Brad return to Genesis 39 for one of the most powerful tests of integrity in all of Scripture. Joseph, now overseer of Potiphar’s entire household, faces relentless temptation from his master’s wife. His response is unwavering: “How then can I do this great wickedness and sin against...
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S1 E33: Potiphar's Wife
In this episode, Nathan and Brad continue the Joseph narrative in Genesis 39 with one of the most powerful tests of character in Scripture. Sold into Potiphar’s house, Joseph rises to steward everything his master owns, only to face relentless temptation from Potiphar’s wife. His refusal is…
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S1 E32: Egypt Before Joseph
In this episode, Nathan and Brad step back into the rich world of ancient Egypt before diving into Genesis 39 and the dramatic story of Joseph and Potiphar’s wife. They begin with a powerful contrast: while Greek tragedy shows a virtuous young man destroyed by false accusation and pride, Joseph’s...
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S1 E31: Judah and Tamar: Goat, Rings, and Righteousness
In this powerful episode, Nathan and Brad tackle one of the most surprising and often misunderstood chapters in Genesis: the story of Judah and Tamar. Right in the middle of the Joseph narrative, we get this raw account of family betrayal, covenant failure, and an outsider woman who refuses to…
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S1 E30: Joseph and the Pit
Sibling rivalry hits a new level in this episode as Nathan and Brad dive into Genesis 37 and the beginning of the Joseph narrative. From Jacob’s favoritism and Joseph’s colorful coat to the brothers’ jealous plot to kill him and sell him into slavery, we see family dysfunction at its worst, yet…
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S1 E29: Jacob Becomes Israel
After the massacre at Shechem, Jacob's family sits in a foreign land, surrounded by hostile nations, their tents full of plundered goods and foreign idols. The covenant promises of land, seed, and blessing feel like a distant memory. Something has to give. In Episode 29, Nathan and Brad walk...
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S1 E28: The Avenging of Dinah
In our 28th episode, Nathan and Brad cover a very sensitive topic from Genesis 34. There are many passages in scripture that you may not want your children to read yet. This episode covers one of those passages, so this is one for them to skip, even though we know they are very big fans of…
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S1 E27: Jacob Meets Esau
When Jacob last saw Esau, there was deception, theft, and death threats. Jacob spent decades building a life, family, and flocks, but had the strife with his brother hanging over him the entire time. Now Jacob is returning, but how will Esau greet him? We find out in Genesis 33 that Esau comes…
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S1 E26: Wrasslin on the SECOND Exodus
Jacob and Laban have settled their differences, Laban has gone home, and all Jacob's problems are gone! Well, other than Esau, who Jacob stole everything from, and the whole reason Jacob fled his homeland in the first place. In this episode Nathan and Brad cover Genesis 32, where Jacob gets word...
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S1 E25: Teraphim, Patroni, and Deification
We've already covered Laban deceiving Jacob with his daughters, then Jacob turning goats colors to take Laban's livestock, and now Laban is hunting Jacob down to take it all back! Does Laban defeat Jacob in an epic battle? Does Jacob escape with magic tricks and secret tunnels? Tune in as we work...
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S1 E24: Divine Goats?!?
Our last two episodes covered how Jacob had been a trickster since birth, then was tricked himself by Laban. Today we cover Genesis 30 where Jacob asks to leave Laban, and comes out with a whole new set of tricks to make sure he gets the best of Laban's flocks. The passage has all kinds of back…
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S1 E23: Jacob and How Many Wives?
Our last episode showed Jacob and his tendency to deceive. He deceived Esau to get the birthright, then deceived his father to get Esau's blessing. In this episode Nathan and Brad show how the tables have turned, and Jacob is the one being deceived! Jacob labors for over half a decade to marry…
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S1 E22: Is Dinner That Important?
Sibling rivalry takes center stage in this episode as Nathan kicks things off with the wild Roman myth of Romulus and Remus, brothers raised by wolves, founding Rome amid betrayal and murder, drawing parallels to Cain and Abel, and setting up the epic clash between Esau and Jacob.We dive into...
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S1 E21: Remembering Abraham's Story
The first 20 episodes of Covenants & Kingdoms were almost completely about Abraham, over 15 hours of discussion all about one man and his journey. Today, Nathan and Brad are summarizing all their previous conversations to give a simplified version of everything from God calling Abraham, to…
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S1 E20: Baba Noel Answers: Is Christmas Pagan?
Baba Noel is back for another episode to answer the question burning in Brad's mind, is Christmas Pagan?Nathan dips into history not just to see the origins of celebrating Christ's birth, but he delves into every one of our Christmas traditions and their origins. He covers everything from modern...
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S1 E19: Baba Noel Answers: What is Jesus' Birthday?
This week we have a very special guest from a... Far off land? "Baba Noel" joins us for a special Christmas episode to answer the age old question: What is Jesus' real birthday?Nathan goes back to early Christian cultures, ancient astronomy, and of course scripture to see if he can find the real...
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S1 E18: Righteousness and Justice, Part 2
In part two of our series on righteousness and justice, Nathan and Brad explore the rich Hebrew vocabulary that paints a vivid picture of God's unchanging character. From steadfast love (chesed) to faithfulness (emet), they unpack why these words cluster around righteousness (tsedeq) and justice...
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S1 E17: Righteousness and Justice, Part 1
Brad and Nathan kick things off with a shocking quote from the Melian Dialogue (Thucydides, Peloponnesian War):“The strong do what they can and the weak suffer what they must.”That’s the world’s idea of justice.But God gave Abraham a higher standard, before Moses, before Sinai, before any written...
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S1 E16: Isaac’s Matchmaker: He Grabbed Him by the What?!?
Nathan and Brad unpack the rich narrative of Genesis 24, where Abraham’s trusted servant embarks on a divine mission to find a wife for Isaac. They dive into the quirky oath ritual, the servant’s bold prayer, and God’s providential hand in leading him to Rebekah. Then, in Genesis 26, they explore...
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S1 E15: The Lord Will Provide
Nathan and Brad dive deeper into Genesis 22, tackling the climactic moment of Abraham’s test to sacrifice Isaac. They explore the raw faith, heart-stopping tension, and divine intervention that define this story. From the Angel of the Lord’s pivotal role to the ram in the thicket, they unpack how...
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S1 E14: Abraham’s Test: Why Did God Ask for Isaac?
Join Nathan and Brad for a gripping dive into Genesis 22, the heart-wrenching story of Abraham’s test to sacrifice his son Isaac. With their Southern charm and theological insight, they unpack this challenging narrative, exploring Abraham’s faith, God’s sovereignty, and the profound foreshadowing...
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S1 E13: Does God Like BBQ? Abraham’s Tent and Sarah’s Accidental Laugh
In this episode Nathan and Brad dive into Genesis 18, exploring the mysterious visit of three men to Abraham at the oaks of Mamre. They unpack the theological depth of this passage, revealing how one of these visitors is none other than Yahweh Himself, physically manifested, alongside two angels....
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S1 E12: Circumcision and Baptism
In part two of our deep dive into circumcision, Nathan and Brad explore the profound connection between the Abrahamic covenant in Genesis 17 and the New Testament sign of baptism. Picking up from the theological foundations laid in part one, they unpack how circumcision, as a sign of God’s…
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S1 E11: Circumcision and God's People
In this captivating episode, Nathan and Brad dive into the ancient practice of circumcision, starting with insights from Herodotus on Egyptian customs and moving into the theological depths of Genesis 17. They explore the Abrahamic covenant, where God establishes circumcision as a sign of His...
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S1 E10: Responding to Comments Part 2
In this episode Nathan and Brad delve deeper into Plato’s Allegory of the Cave, drawing connections between its stages of awakening and the Christian call to move from darkness to divine light. Tackling listener comments, they explore the biblical reality of spiritual beings, citing Colossians 1,...
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S1 E9: Responding to Comments Part 1
In this thought-provoking episode, Brad and Nathan dive into Plato’s Allegory of the Cave to explore the journey from shadows to sunlight, drawing powerful parallels to the Christian faith. Responding to a viewer comment urging them to "just preach the blood of Jesus and Christ crucified," they...
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S1 E8: Genesis 15, the Covenant that Started Everything
Welcome to Episode 8 of Covenants & Kingdoms! Brad and Nathan are back, diving into the world of ancient covenants with a story that fits our namesake. They start with a tale from Herodotus about a war between the Lydians and Medes, stopped by an eerie eclipse and sealed with a blood oath and a...
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S1 E7: Genesis 15: Abram's Faith and Reward
In this faith filled episode, Nathan and Brad dive into Genesis 15:1-6 where Abram encounters the divine Word in a vision that shakes the cosmos. They unpack the mind-blowing theology of the logos, the Word that not only speaks, but walks Abram outside to gaze at the stars, promising a legacy…
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S1 E6: The Bible's Greatest Man of Mystery: Melchizedek, Abraham's Priest, Part 2
Welcome to Episode 6 of Covenants & Kingdoms! In part two of their exploration of Melchizedek, Nathan and Brad continue unraveling the mystery of this enigmatic figure mentioned only a few times in scripture, yet described as greater than Abraham and a forerunner to Jesus. Building on Episode 5,...
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S1 E5: The Bible's Greatest Man of Mystery: Melchizedek, Abraham's Priest
Welcome to episode 5 of Covenants & Kingdoms! Today Nathan and Brad dive into a mysterious figure who is only mentioned three times in all of scripture, mostly with no context for us to know anything about him, yet Hebrews describes him as greater than Abraham, and a predecessor to Jesus! To…
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S1 E4: From Rephaim to Redemption: Abram’s War and the Giants
Join us in the thrilling world of ancient giants and epic battles in Episode 4 of Covenants & Kingdoms! Hosts Brad and Nathan explore the mysterious Book of the Giants from the Dead Sea Scrolls, unpacking the story of the Nephilim and their descendants—towering figures like the Rephaim, Anakim…
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S1 E3: The Promise Begins: Abraham and the Eternal Name
In Episode 3 of Covenants & Kingdoms, Dr. Nathan Parvin and Brad Haynes delve into the Abrahamic covenant, starting with a dramatic reading from the Apocalypse of Abraham. Through ancient narratives and pivotal biblical moments, they explore how a single divine call reshapes history and points to…
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S1 E2: Elohim Unveiled: Spiritual Beings and God’s Redemptive Plan
Today’s episode begins with an excerpt from God’s Rivals by Gerald McDermott, introducing Mary, Shang, and Sarah—three people wrestling with questions about other gods and religions in light of their Christian faith. Join hosts Brad Haynes and Nathan as they dive into the biblical reality of...
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S1 E1 - From Babel to Babylon: Unraveling Genesis 11
Join Nathan Parvin and Brad Haynes, hosts of Covenants & Kingdoms, as they unravel the fascinating world of biblical history through the lens of ancient Near Eastern culture and mythology. In their debut episode, they dive into the Mesopotamian creation epic, the Enuma Elish, to shed light on...
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Covenants & Kingdoms takes you on a journey through the historical and cultural world of the Bible. Hosted by Dr. Nathan Parvin and Brad Haynes, this podcast uncovers the historical context behind biblical events—where they happened, what was going on in the region, and how it all connects to the grand narrative of Scripture.From ancient covenants to the rise and fall of kingdoms, each episode dives into the people, places, and events that shaped biblical history.Subscribe now and journey through the lands, cultures, and stories that shaped the world’s most influential book.
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Covenants & Kingdoms takes you on a journey through the historical and cultural world of the Bible. Hosted by Dr. Nathan Parvin and Brad Haynes, this podcast uncovers the historical context behind biblical events—where they happened, what was going on in the region, and how it all connects to the...
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