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Alleluia! He is risen! Bentley and Faith talk about the resurrection narratives in each of the four Gospels, the role women play in these narratives, and why they're important. Plus a little bit about the season of Eastertide.Art mentioned by Faith: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DWg78sNCvqa/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

This week, Bentley and Faith discuss Political Martyr and Moral Example theories of atonement, with a little detour into Scapegoat theory. These are often called, “Nonviolent theories of atonement,” and view the cross as humanity’s violence and injustice on full display. But in the end, love wins. The resurrection vindicates the way of love that Jesus lived. Hear these theories in more detail, and our takeaways on how nonviolent atonement can help us see God more clearly in the fullness of Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection.

Next in the atonement series, Bentley and Faith discuss the Ransom and Christus Victor theories of atonement. Both of these center around the struggle between good and evil and the role Jesus' death and resurrection plays in that struggle. This episode breaks down each theory, compares and contrasts them, and discusses what we might take and leave from each.

To kick off the Atonement Series, Bentley and Faith take on Penal Substitutionary Atonement. Even if you haven't heard those words, you've probably heard some version of "Jesus taking our punishment" on the cross. This episode breaks down what this understanding of atonement is, and why we need alternatives to it.

Laura Bentley and Faith Kemmler are joined by Dave Heilman, moderator of the Pastor Nominating Committee, to hear more about the PNC's process over the last year and what the One Service Sunday and congregational meeting on March 15 will look like.

Join Laura and Faith for this introduction to atonement. During the season of Lent, BSB will explore different ways to think about what the death and resurrection of Jesus mean for us, the world, and the whole cosmos.

Faith Kemmler is joined by guest Nolan Daniele to discuss the scripture passages that guide them, how they chose them, and the meaning they carry.Faith's "Subway Art" https://bit.ly/1cor1031art

Paul was the most prolific writer of the New Testament, but we often don’t know what to do with him. Paul was and is a polarizing Apostle, often lifted up above the Gospels or pushed aside completely. Is there a third way? Laura Bentley talks with Faith Kemmler about Paul’s unconventional story, and how to read Paul in context as the passionate and radical messenger of Christ that he was.

WARNING: Be aware of your audience as you listen. Laura Bentley and Faith Kemmler have a candid conversation about Santa and the magic of Christmas.

How are we supposed to read about the Good News? Laura Bentley and Faith Kemmler talk about the Gospels and their place in Biblical literature.

It’s the end of the world as we know it…sort of. Laura Bentley and Faith Kemmler talk about what is going on with the strange and sometimes frightening imagery of apocalyptic literature. And why books like Revelation are about hope, not horror.

Description: Laura Bentley and Faith Kemmler discuss what it means to them to embrace wonder and mystery in faith and scripture.

This week, Laura Bentley welcomes special guest Jo Forrest, Westminster’s Senior Pastor. Jo helps us think about Scripture as alive with God’s Spirit, able to guide us to live in connection with our Creator, and a workout for our intellects. And she shares what she’s reading beyond the Bible.

Faith Kemmler and Laura Bentley discuss prophetic literature, whether or not the prophets could predict the future, and what prophecy may look like today.

Laura Bentley gives an overview of Wisdom literature in Scripture. And Faith Kemmler updates us on what she's learning in seminary.

While we call the Bible a book; it's more like a library. In this episode, Faith Kemmler walks through the Biblical canon, how it came to be, and what genres can be found in the Biblical library.

Our final installment of the creation stories that begin the Bible. Sin, the fall, an apple? None of it is in the text. What is going on in this story that has captured our imaginations for millennia?

Now that we've looked at both Creation Stories, let's zoom out and explore why there are two, why it matters, and how do we read both of them together?

Continue on our creation journey as we discuss the second creation story found in Genesis 2.

We're back! We're starting Season 2 at the beginning: Genesis. In this episode, we begin discussing the Creation Story in Genesis 1. This is the first of a multi-part series looking at creation in Genesis 1-3.

An update from Laura Bentley

Laura Bentley and Faith Kemmler have a candid, unedited conversation about the role of scripture in worship.

This podcast is all about questions. This time, Laura Bentley and Faith Kemmler have a candid, unedited conversation about what questions they ask to understand Scripture better.

Laura Bentley and Faith Kemmler have a candid, unedited conversation about where to start when you pick up the Bible for the first time or maybe the first time in a while. But before you start reading, they have a few questions for you to consider.

Laura Bentley and Emily Shubilla have a candid, unedited conversation about whose voices are helpful guides as we dive into Scripture.

In Episode 2 of Bite Size Bible, Laura Bentley and Faith Kemmler shared their thoughts on what to consider when choosing a Bible translation. This bonus episode dives into considerations when choosing Bibles for children and youth.View the accompanying YouTube video to see Faith show the Bibles she mentions on the screen: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mO2qXw2VYXI

Laura Bentley and Faith Kemmler have a candid, unedited conversation about how to pick a Bible translation. And the answer is…nuanced. This episode has a few hot takes, but we love you no matter what translation you choose!

Laura Bentley and Laura Ecklin have a candid, unedited conversation about what the Bible is…a little about what it is not.

Hear an introduction from Rev Laura Bentley on what to expect from this show.