How did the Bible come from God’s Word spoken to God’s Word in your hands?

In this episode of The Reflection Podcast, a ministry of St. Matthew Lutheran Church in Hawthorn Woods, Illinois, we begin Season 7 with a new format and a deep dive into one of the most important questions of the Christian faith: How We Got the Bible.

We’ll trace the story of Scripture from oral tradition to written text, from Moses and the prophets to the Septuagint, from the eyewitness testimony of the apostles to the formation of the New Testament, and from ancient manuscripts to the Bible translations we read today.

Along the way, we’ll consider how God preserved His Word through centuries of copying, translating, preaching, teaching, and confessing.

This episode also explores why Christians can trust the Bible as the inspired, inerrant, living Word of God—historically reliable, textually preserved, theologically unified, and centered in Jesus Christ, the Word made flesh.

Whether you are new to the Bible, returning to Scripture, or looking to better understand how God’s Word has been handed down through the centuries, this episode will help you see the Bible as a miracle of history, a gift of grace, and the living Word that brings you Christ.

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Gospel of Jesus Bible Study

Conversation with former curator of the Museum of the Bible

On this episode climber, mentor, and storyteller Craig DeMartino joins me for a powerful conversation about faith, perseverance, and discovering purpose in every season of life.

Craig shares how the outdoors shaped him, how community forms us, and how God meets us in moments of challenge, growth, and calling.

Whether you’re a climber, an adventurer, or someone navigating a season of change, Craig’s insights will encourage you to live with intention and hope.

Join us as we explore courage, resilience, spiritual growth, and the surprising ways God leads us forward.

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On this episode, I talk with Joel Biermann of Concordia Seminary in St. Louis about Christian leadership, the challenges facing the Church today, and the hope that continues to anchor God’s people. Dr. Biermann—longtime professor, pastor, and current candidate for president of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod—reflects on the experiences that shaped his calling, the role of theological formation in a changing world, and what it means for Christians to stay centered on Jesus amid cultural uncertainty.

Whether you’re Lutheran, from another Christian tradition, or simply curious about faith, this conversation offers clarity without insider language (or at least we explain that language!), depth without jargon, and a thoughtful look at how the Church can engage the world with both conviction and compassion. Dr. Biermann brings a steady, pastoral voice to questions of identity, mission, and the future—and invites listeners to consider where God may be calling them to lead, serve, and hope.

Day 7: For Work, Rest, or Play by Joel Biermann

The Quest for Holiness by Adolf Koberle

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