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Bible Study by Atheists

Husband and Wife are two non-believers who have always wanted to read the Bible. Why would we subject ourselves to this you might ask? From our perspective it helps us understand where the Christians around us, here in t

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  • 6. Bible Study by Atheists Weekly: Zechariah Chapters 1 - 4 plus Patreon Teaser

    03:13:11||Season 38, Ep. 6
    👉 Support the show & get exclusive content at patreon.com/sacrilegiousdiscourse! Your support helps us keep questioning, laughing, and tackling the Bible one book at a time.Q&A on Zechariah Chapters One Through Four: Unpacking the VisionsIn this episode of Sacrilegious Discourse, Husband and Wife dive into a detailed Q&A session focused on Zechariah Chapters One through Four. They explore the five bizarre visions that Zechariah experienced, from the call to repentance to the strange imagery of horses, horns, and lampstands. With their signature wit and skepticism, they unravel the complexities of these prophetic messages and what they might signify for the Israelites.The couple discusses the significance of the visions, including the implications of Joshua's filthy garments, the encouragement given to Zerubbabel, and the symbolism of the olive trees and lampstands. They share their confusion, insights, and plenty of laughs as they attempt to make sense of the text and its relevance in today's world.đź’¬ What are your thoughts on the visions? How do you interpret the role of Zerubbabel and Joshua in this narrative? Join the conversation in the comments or on social media!🎧 Get ready for a lively discussion filled with engaging commentary as they reflect on the intricacies of Zechariah's prophecies and prepare for the next chapter!

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  • 5. Zechariah Chapters 1 - 4 Q&A: Bible Study by Atheists

    01:12:08||Season 38, Ep. 5
    👉 Support the show & get exclusive content at patreon.com/sacrilegiousdiscourse! Your support helps us keep questioning, laughing, and tackling the Bible one book at a time.Q&A on Zechariah Chapters One Through Four: Unpacking the VisionsIn this episode of Sacrilegious Discourse, Husband and Wife dive into a lively Q&A session focused on Zechariah Chapters One through Four. They tackle the five bizarre visions that Zechariah experienced, from the call to repentance to the strange imagery of horses, horns, and lampstands. With their characteristic humor and skepticism, they sift through the chaos of these prophetic messages and what they might mean for the Israelites.The couple discusses the significance of the visions, including the implications of Joshua's filthy garments, the encouragement given to Zerubbabel, and the symbolism of the olive trees and lampstands. They share their confusion, insights, and plenty of laughs as they try to make sense of the text and its relevance in today's world.đź’¬ What are your thoughts on the visions? How do you interpret the role of Zerubbabel and Joshua in this narrative? Join the conversation in the comments or on social media!🎧 Get ready for a fun and insightful discussion filled with engaging commentary as they reflect on the complexities of Zechariah's prophecies and prepare for the next chapter!
  • 4. Zechariah Chapter 4: Bible Study by Atheists

    11:20||Season 38, Ep. 4
    👉 Support the show & get exclusive content at patreon.com/sacrilegiousdiscourse! Your support helps us keep questioning, laughing, and tackling the Bible one book at a time.Zechariah Chapter Four: The Golden Lampstand and Olive TreesIn this episode of Sacrilegious Discourse, Husband and Wife dive into the enigmatic world of Zechariah Chapter Four. With their unique blend of humor and curiosity, they tackle the bizarre imagery of golden lampstands, olive trees, and the cryptic message to Zerubbabel. What does it all mean, and why does it seem like the Bible loves to keep us guessing?The couple playfully debates the significance of the visions, including the symbolic meaning behind the olive trees and the ever-flowing golden oil. They share their confusion and laughter as they attempt to unravel the text's mysteries, all while drawing amusing parallels to classic movies and childhood memories.đź’¬ What are your thoughts on the symbolism of the lampstand and olive trees? How do you interpret Zerubbabel's role in this chapter? Join the conversation in the comments or on social media!🎧 Get ready for a lively discussion filled with laughter, insightful commentary, and a critical examination of Zechariah's visions as they prepare for the upcoming Q&A episode!
  • 3. Zechariah Chapter 3: Bible Study by Atheists

    14:33||Season 38, Ep. 3
    👉 Support the show & get exclusive content at patreon.com/sacrilegiousdiscourse! Your support helps us keep questioning, laughing, and tackling the Bible one book at a time.Zechariah Chapter Three: The Accuser and the High PriestIn this episode of Sacrilegious Discourse, Husband and Wife dive headfirst into the wild and wacky world of Zechariah Chapter Three. With their trademark humor, they explore the dramatic scene where Joshua, the high priest, stands before the angel of the Lord and the accuser, Satan. What does it mean to have an angelic courtroom drama unfold, and how does it relate to the overarching themes of redemption and judgment?As they dissect the imagery of Joshua in filthy clothes and the bizarre yet intriguing concept of a "burning stick snatched from the fire," the couple contemplates the implications of divine intervention and the symbolism of being cleansed from sin. They discuss the significance of the "branch" mentioned in the chapter and its potential connections to messianic themes, all while keeping the conversation light and engaging.đź’¬ What are your thoughts on the role of the accuser in this passage? How do you interpret the symbolism of Joshua's transformation? Join the conversation in the comments or on social media!🎧 Get ready for a lively discussion filled with laughter, insightful commentary, and a critical examination of Zechariah's prophecies as they continue their journey through this fascinating book!
  • 2. Zechariah Chapter 2: Bible Study by Atheists

    19:58||Season 38, Ep. 2
    👉 Support the show & get exclusive content at patreon.com/sacrilegiousdiscourse! Your support helps us keep questioning, laughing, and tackling the Bible one book at a time.Zechariah Chapter Two: Measuring Up the ProphecyIn this episode of Sacrilegious Discourse, Husband and Wife continue their journey through the Book of Zechariah, diving into Chapter Two with their signature blend of humor and skepticism. They unpack the intriguing visions presented to Zechariah, including angels, measuring lines, and the concept of a city without walls, all while drawing parallels to historical and cultural contexts.The couple explores the implications of God's promises to Jerusalem and the curious phrasing surrounding the "Glorious One." They tackle the complexities of divine delegation as angels are sent to execute God's will, and they ponder the significance of God's presence among His people in a temple that is described as both glorious and mediocre.đź’¬ What do you think about the symbolism of measuring Jerusalem? How do you interpret the role of angels in these prophecies? Join the conversation in the comments or on social media!🎧 Get ready for a lively discussion filled with laughter, insightful commentary, and a critical examination of the text as they delve deeper into Zechariah's prophecies and their relevance today!
  • AI Jesus (Patreon Teaser)

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    👉 Support the show & get exclusive content at patreon.com/sacrilegiousdiscourse! Your support helps us keep questioning, laughing, and tackling the Bible one book at a time.AI Jesus: The Rise of Techno ReligionIn this special Patreon-only episode of Sacrilegious Discourse, Husband and Wife dive deep into the intriguing world of AI and its intersection with religion. They explore the phenomenon of AI mimicking religious figures, leading prayer groups, and even being treated as oracles by some believers. Is this the dawn of a new digital deity?With their trademark humor and insightful commentary, they discuss various AI applications such as Jesus bots, apps that allow users to text with biblical figures, and the implications of pastors using AI-generated sermons. The couple debates whether this trend signifies a genuine shift in spirituality or simply a modern gimmick.đź’¬ What are your thoughts on AI in religion? Do you see it as a helpful tool or a dangerous trend? Join the conversation in the comments or on social media!🎧 Get ready for a lively discussion filled with laughter, skepticism, and a critical look at what it means to have faith in the age of technology!
  • 1. Zechariah Chapter 1: Bible Study by Atheists

    01:04:31||Season 38, Ep. 1
    👉 Support the show & get exclusive content at patreon.com/sacrilegiousdiscourse! Your support helps us keep questioning, laughing, and tackling the Bible one book at a time.Zechariah: Entering the World of ProphecyIn this episode of Sacrilegious Discourse, Husband and Wife kick off their exploration of the Book of Zechariah, diving into its rich historical context and the intriguing life of the prophet himself. With their signature humor and insightful banter, they discuss the significance of Zechariah’s lineage and the peculiarities of his dual role as both a priest and a prophet.As they read through Chapter One, the couple unpacks the vivid imagery and symbolism, including the mysterious visions of horses and horns that Zechariah encounters. They ponder the implications of these visions and how they might relate to the overarching narrative of the Old Testament, all while keeping the conversation light and engaging.đź’¬ What do you think about the role of prophecy in the Bible? How do you interpret the visions presented in Zechariah? Join the conversation in the comments or on social media!🎧 Tune in for a lively discussion filled with laughter, skepticism, and a deeper understanding of this fascinating book as they embark on this new biblical journey!