ENCORE 60. Tales of St. Nick
Saint Nicholas was an early Christian bishop of Greek descent from the maritime city of Myra in modern-day Turkey during the time of the Roman Empire. His legendary habit of secret gift-giving gave rise to the traditional model of Saint Nick, better known as Santa Claus. Little is known about the h…
164. What are Parables?
Jesus used parables throughout his ministry to communicate and connect with different groups of people and to challenge conventional wisdom and encourage his audience to consider a deeper meaning. His parables, however, often left listeners confused or puzzled. History in the Bible podcast at https…
ACAPELLA 4. Handel’s Messiah Oratorio (part 2)
George Frideric Handel (1685-1759) was a German-British Baroque composer. His most famous work, the 1742 oratorio Messiah with its "Hallelujah" chorus, is among the most popular works in choral music. The text from Messiah was compiled from the King James Bible and the Book of Common Prayer. Handel…
163. A Christmas Carol
Analysis of the 1843 classic Charles Dickens (1812-70) story and its Christian themes. Hillsdale College podcast at https://amzn.to/41xTRBp The Hillsdale College Online Courses podcast at https://amzn.to/4gh591M A Christmas Carol book at https://amzn.to/41Ax1cu A Christmas Carol movies at https://a…
EXTRA 50. Colonial Florida
As we embark on new exciting adventures and travel to other parts of the continent let’s first examine the Legacy of Spanish and French Florida. Enjoy this HISTORICAL JESUS Extra — The STORY of AMERICA. Check out the YouTube version of this episode which has accompanying visuals including maps, ch…
ENCORE 59. Story of Good King Wenceslas
One of the best-loved Christmas Carols sung by Christians around the world is a joyous children’s story that exemplifies generosity during the Holiday Season. Enjoy this Encore Presentation! Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/C-iHhEpO0f0 which has accompanying visual…
162. Supernatural vs. Preternatural
Christian Theology defines Supernatural as above natural and divine, while Preternatural is beyond natural with infused knowledge, immortality, and integrity. Dr. Taylor Marshall podcast available at https://amzn.to/3LoAmTc Books by Dr. Taylor Marshall available at https://amzn.to/3EEfxPQ ENJOY A…
ACAPELLA 4. Handel’s Messiah Oratorio (part 1)
George Frideric Handel (1685-1759) was a German-British Baroque composer. His most famous work, the 1742 oratorio Messiah with its "Hallelujah" chorus, is among the most popular works in choral music. The text from Messiah was compiled from the King James Bible and the Book of Common Prayer. Handel…
161. Writings of Jesus
Could the preacher from Galilee read and write? Let’s examine thought provoking arguments regarding the writings of Jesus of Nazareth. Misquoting Jesus with Bart Ehrman podcast available at https://amzn.to/46zMgCx Did Jesus Exist? by Bart D. Ehrman at https://amzn.to/455AEqu Bart Ehrman books avail…
EXTRA 49. St. Augustine colony
The Spanish decide to enforce their claim to La Florida in 1565, and establish the settlement of St. Augustine to challenge the French at nearby Fort Caroline, under the leadership of Jean Ribault, French Huguenot René Goulaine de Laudonnière, and Admiral Gaspard de Coligny. Enjoy this HISTORICAL J…