Today, we're sharing our next printable Bible reading plan, which covers Israel's divided kingdom from Solomon to the captivity of the Northern Kingdom of Israel (by Assyria) and the Southern Kingdom of Judah (by Babylon).

The history of Israel from this episode can be found in 1st Kings and 1st & 2nd Chronicles.

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We're picking up where we left off in Episode 15 in the storyline of the Bible. If you're new to our podcast, it may be helpful to listen to the previous episodes where we go through the storyline of the Bible.

Previous Bible Reading Plans:

• The Beginnings Bible Reading Plan {Episode 2}
• Moses Bible Reading Plan {Episode 5}
• The Promised Land Bible Reading Plan {Episode 10}
• Israel's United Kingdom Bible Reading Plan {Episode 15}

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With so many English translations of the Bible out there, which one is the best? On the one hand, so many English translations can be a blessing. On the other hand, it can feel overwhelming!

In today's episode, we walk you through the Bible translation continuum using alliteration: formal translations (word-for-word), fusion translations (a mix of formal and functional), functional translations (thought-for-thought), and free paraphrases, which aren't actual Bible translations.

We also will talk through a few red flags as you approach translations and some helpful tips for picking what works best for you.

This visual from this video can be accessed as a Podcast+ Member.

Resources Mentioned {Click the links below.}:

• Mike Winger’s Videos on The Passion Translation (He has several!)
• Alisa Childers on The Passion Translation
• Melissa Dougherty on The Passion Translation
• FREE Bible Text Features Chart
• Bible Text Features Pack (from my shop)

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Have you ever heard someone say, “The Bible is SO confusing!”? Perhaps you’ve thought this or said this yourself.

But is the Bible confusing on purpose? Or is there perhaps something we are doing (or not doing) when we read that makes it seem confusing?

A variation of this has been said throughout church history: “The Scriptures are shallow enough for a babe to come and drink without fear of drowning and deep enough for a theologians to swim in without ever touching the bottom." (St. Augustine, St. Jerome)

While this statement isn’t Scripture, it is very much true. Many of the passages in Scriptures can be understood by a child or even a new believer, yet there are passages that require more “swimming lessons” (studying) to understand them.

If you find yourself saying or thinking that the Bible is confusing, Amy and I would like to propose three reasons why this might be the case.

We’re also walking you through a visual, which you can download in the Podcast+ Membership, that can help you think through and understand the Bible more as you read.

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Welcome back This Reading Mama’s podcast! We're thankful you're joining us as we've been exploring the covenants of the Bible.

Today, we're talking about The New Covenant. This is an unconditional and eternal covenant made with Israel. It is first introduced in Jeremiah 31:31-34. The good news with this covenant is that Gentiles are partakers of this covenant, as we have been grafted in through the blood of Jesus. Hallelujah!

In this mini-series, we have covered seven covenants of the Bible:

• Pre-Fall or Edenic Covenant ~ Episode 11, Part 1
• Post-Fall or Adamic Covenant ~ Episode 11, Part 1
• Noahic Covenant ~ Episode 11, Part 1
• Abrahamic Covenant~ Episode 12, Part 2
• Mosaic Covenant ~ Episode 13, Part 3
• Davidic Covenant ~ Episode 14, Part 4
• The New Covenant ~ Episode 16, Part 5 {THIS episode!}

Understanding these covenants helps us all to not only see how God's Word is connected as one Story, but it also allows us to see the attributes of God. In these covenants, we see His faithfulness, goodness, love, righteousness, and justice and how they all fit perfectly together.

Lastly, these covenants help us to see how God wants a relationship with you and me. He doesn't need us, but that's what makes His love towards us even more significant!

Snag a copy of Becky's newest Bible study, The Sacrifice of our Savior. It's a 4-week Easter study of Jesus in the Old Testament. Get the PDF here or get the hardcopy on Amazon.

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Today, we're sharing our next printable Bible reading plan, which covers Israel's united kingdom from Saul to Solomon. We are walking you through more of the history of Israel as it is found in 1st & 2nd Samuel, 1st & 2nd Kings, and 1st & 2nd Chronicles.

We're picking up where we left off in Episode 10 in the storyline of the Bible. If you're new to our podcast, it may be helpful to listen to the previous episodes where we go through the storyline of the Bible. You can click on any of the links below to watch or listen.

• The Beginnings Reading Plan~ Episode 2
• Moses Bible Reading Plan ~ Episode 5
• The Promised Land Reading Plan ~ Episode 10

In this episode, we cover these parts of the storyline of the Bible:

• Hannah's prayer and dedication of Samuel
• Samuel's call from God
• The ark of the covenant being used as a "good luck" charm by Israel
• Saul is anointed as king
• Saul is rejected as king because of his disobedience and unrepentant heart
• Saul hates David
• David anointed as king
• Saul's death
• David as king of Israel
• Absalom
• David making preparations for the temple
• Solomon as the next king of Israel

As a quick reminder, this printable Bible reading plan is available to download if you are a Podcast+ Member. You can join our Podcast+ Membership or login to your membership to download the transcript, guided notes, and study tools from each episode!

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Welcome back This Reading Mama’s podcast! We're thankful you're joining us as we explore the covenants of the Bible.

Today, we're picking up where we left off in Episode 13 in our mini-series on the covenants of the Bible. This was originally going to be a 3-part series, but as you can see, we are now on part 4. :)

Today, we’re walking you through the Davidic Covenant. This is an unconditional covenant, meaning there are no conditions for man to keep. This is all on God. This is an eternal covenant, and it was made with King David. We pray it will be helpful to you in your understanding of God’s Word.

In this mini-series, we plan to cover seven covenants of the Bible:

1. Pre-Fall or Edenic Covenant ~ Episode 11, Part 1
2. Post-Fall or Adamic Covenant ~ Episode 11, Part 1
3. Noahic Covenant ~ Episode 11, Part 1
-> Click HERE for Episode 11

4. Abrahamic Covenant~ Episode 12, Part 2
-> Click HERE for Episode 12

5. Mosaic Covenant ~ Episode 13, Part 3
-> Click HERE for Episode 13

6. Davidic Covenant ~ Episode 14, Part 4 {This episode!}

7. The New Covenant ~ Coming in Episode 16

Understanding these covenants helps us all to not only see how God’s Word is connected as one Story, but it also allows us to see the attributes of God. In these covenants, we see His faithfulness, goodness, love, righteousness, and justice and how they all fit perfectly together.

Lastly, these covenants help us to see how God wants a relationship with you and me. He doesn’t need us, but that’s what makes His love towards us even more significant!

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Snag a copy of Becky’s newest Bible study, The Sacrifice of our Savior. It’s a 4-week Easter study of Jesus in the Old Testament. Get the PDF here or get the hardcopy on Amazon.

Just a quick reminder, these printable reading plans are available to download only if you are a Podcast+ Member. You can join our Podcast+ Membership or login to your membership to download the transcript, guided notes, and study tools from each episode!

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Welcome back This Reading Mama’s podcast! We're thankful you're joining us as we explore the covenants of the Bible.

We'll pick up where we left off in Episode 12 in our mini-series on the covenants of the Bible.

Follow the links below to listen to Part 1 and Part 2.

-> Part 1
-> Part 2

Today, we're walking you through the Mosaic Covenant, which was a conditional covenant made with Israel through the prophet, Moses.

Understanding these covenants helps us all to not only see how God's Word is connected as one Story, but it also allows us to see the attributes of God. In these covenants, we see His faithfulness, goodness, love, righteousness, and justice and how they all fit perfectly together.

Lastly, these covenants help us to see how God wants a relationship with you and me. He doesn't need us, but that's what makes His love towards us even more significant!

Join our Podcast+ Membership or login to your membership to download the edited transcript, guided notes for easy note-taking, and study tools/printables from our episodes!

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Welcome back This Reading Mama’s podcast! We’re thankful you’re joining us as we explore Bible literacy.

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Let's pick up where we left off in Episode 11 in our mini-series on the covenants of the Bible. Part 1 can be found HERE.

In this mini-series, beginning today, we plan {Lord willing} to cover seven covenants of the Bible:
1. Pre-Fall or Edenic Covenant ~ Episode 11
2. Post-Fall or Adamic Covenant ~ Episode 11
3. Noahic Covenant ~ Episode 11
4. Abrahamic Covenant, which included 1- land, 2- Seed, 3-blessing {THIS EPISODE}
5. Mosaic Covenant
6. Davidic Covenant
7. The New Covenant

We think understanding these covenants helps us to not only see how God’s Word is connected as one Story, but it also allows us to see the attributes of God. In these covenants, we see His faithfulness, goodness, love, righteousness, and justice and how they all fit perfectly together.

Lastly, these covenants help us to see how God wants a relationship with you and me. He doesn’t need us, but that’s what makes His love towards us even more significant!

Just a quick reminder, these printable reading plans are available to download only if you are a Podcast+ Member. You can join our Podcast+ Membership or login to your membership to download the transcript, guided notes, and study tools from each episode!

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