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What does it look like to trust God? James Lake presents a lesson on Proverbs 3:5-6 and unpacks it for us. -Scripture explored: Proverbs 3:5-6; Jeremiah 17:7-8- Check out our other podcasts!"Rejoice, O Beloved!"CommentariesMy Dusty Bible-Connect with Us:contact@parableministries.comParableMinistries.comParablePublishing.comInstagramTikTok -Music created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi-If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: Donate

James Lake gives testimony of how Jesus saved him, and though it took some time, God’s pursuit of him changed his diaries and goals.- Check out our other podcasts!"Rejoice, O Beloved!"CommentariesMy Dusty Bible-Connect with Us:contact@parableministries.comParableMinistries.comParablePublishing.comInstagramTikTok -Music created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi-If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: Donate

Elijah Olander takes a look at the personalness of Psalm 23, reflecting on the God of green pastures who is near even in the valley of the shadow of death.-Elijah Olander, is currently studying for a Master’s in Ministry at Phoenix Seminary. He lives in Prescott, Arizona with his wife, Gabriela. They attend Canyon Bible Church of Prescott. Elijah plans to go into full time ministry, whether pastoral or in a parachurch ministry. He has a strong desire for people to grow in their love and knowledge of the Word, which ultimately means a greater love and knowledge of Christ! - Check out our other podcasts!"Rejoice, O Beloved!"CommentariesMy Dusty Bible-Connect with Us:contact@parableministries.comParableMinistries.comParablePublishing.comInstagramTikTok -Music created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi-If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: Donate

Presenting "Hills to Die On" from the free 20 lesson teaching course "Rejoice, O Beloved!" available on our website at https://www.parableministries.com/rejoice-o-beloved or any podcasting platform.   In this lesson Jesse presents a helpful method to recognize the important beliefs of Christianity while encouraging Christian unity.-Check out our other podcasts!"Rejoice, O Beloved!"CommentariesMy Dusty Bible-Connect with Us:contact@parableministries.comParableMinistries.comParablePublishing.comInstagramTikTok-Music created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi-If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: Donate

Hunter shares a quarterly check in and update about the goings on at Parable. Check out our other podcasts!"Rejoice, O Beloved!"CommentariesMy Dusty Bible-Connect with Us:contact@parableministries.comParableMinistries.comParablePublishing.comInstagramTikTok -Music created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi-If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: Donate

Erik shares his testimony of how Jesus saved him, and in time, his faith grew into a deeper walk of faith. Erik currently serves as Parable's treasurer on the board and editor for Pickled Parables.--Connect with Us:[email protected] MinistriesInstagram--If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: DonateMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

Hunter shares about the benefits of practicing your faith, not only for your spiritual growth, but the benefit of others.-Scripture Explored: Deuteronomy 6:4-9; Ephesians 6:1-8; Psalm 78:4-8-Check out our other podcasts!"Rejoice, O Beloved!"CommentariesMy Dusty Bible-Connect with Us:contact@parableministries.comParableMinistries.comParablePublishing.comInstagramTikTok-About the teacher: Hunter grew up in Montana and now serves the Church in Albany Oregon where he works as a youth and young adults pastor. He and his wife Ana stay busy with two kids. Hunter loves studying the Bible and communicating it in a way which encourages further exploration of others. Hunter enjoys listening and making podcasts for others to enjoy.-Music created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi-If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: Donate

Jesse presents King Jehoiakim's sin in trying to destroy God's word delivered by the prophet of Jeremiah.-Check out our other podcasts!"Rejoice, O Beloved!"CommentariesMy Dusty Bible-Connect with Us:contact@parableministries.comParableMinistries.comParablePublishing.comInstagramTikTok-Episodes referenced in this episode:Nabal and Many Magicians-About the teachers:Jesse Turkington is the executive director of Parable Ministries and has been a Bible teacher since 2014. When Jesse was just finishing high school, he started a little Bible study at his parent’s house. Little did he know, this Bible study would change the direction of his life. He fell in love with the richness of the Bible and he wanted to pursue serious study. About 10 years later, Jesse still carries that passion for the Bible and from this passion was born Parable Ministries - a Bible teaching resource. Hunter grew up in Montana and now serves the Church in Albany Oregon where he works as a youth and young adults pastor. He and his wife Ana stay busy with two kids. Hunter loves studying the Bible and communicating it in a way which encourages further exploration of others. Hunter enjoys listening and making podcasts for others to enjoy.-Music created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi-If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: Donate

Anne Roth shares reflections about the glory of Jesus.--Scriptures Explored: Matthew 17:1-13; Malachi 4:4; Genesis 32:22-32; Exodus34:29-35 ; Acts 9:3-9; Acts 6:8-15; Acts 7:54-56--Anne Roth works as an English teacher and has a lifelong passion for learning. She worked for 10 years at a Christian international school in Kampala, Uganda, and loved the chance to teach and disciple her students in their faith as well as their academics. She is now based in Oregon again, and gratefully continues to share the truth of God's word whenever the opportunity arises.  --Connect with Us:[email protected] MinistriesInstagram--If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: DonateMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

Alex and Hunter begin an introductory conversation about how Christians can interact well with AI.-Check out our other podcasts!"Rejoice, O Beloved!"CommentariesMy Dusty Bible-Connect with Us:contact@parableministries.comParableMinistries.comParablePublishing.comInstagramTikTok-About the teachers: Alex is a lifelong follower of Christ who embarked on a journey of faith at the tender age of 3. From serving the homeless with Church at the Park to joining YWAM, Alex's mission is to illuminate the beauty of God's love and provide a balanced understanding of the entire Bible, not just selective passages. Hunter grew up in Montana and now serves the Church in Albany Oregon where he works as a youth and young adults pastor. He and his wife Ana stay busy with two kids. Hunter loves studying the Bible and communicating it in a way which encourages further exploration of others. Hunter enjoys listening and making podcasts for others to enjoy.-Music created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi-If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: Donate

Chicho Martin shares the testimony of God's work in his life. In it, he and Hunter discuss how we are not the main character of God's story, but God in his grace often welcomes us in to understand how he works all things to the good of those who love God.--Chicho is a Christ-follower residing in Oregon's Willamette Valley. He's a family man who loves apologetics and books about theology/philosophy. His passion is sharing the truth of God's Word, and witnessing to atheists in particular. In small moments of free time, he enjoys playing his bass guitar or some video games.--Connect with Us:[email protected] MinistriesInstagram--If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: DonateMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

Jerry Crane shares reflections related to humility as he traces the idea through the book of Philippians.--Jerry Crane III, born and raised in Salem, OR, is passionate about the word of God and seeing lives transformed by Jesus. He has served as Youth Pastor at Creekside Bible Church for the past year and as Director of the online missions organization Christian Influence for over two years. Jerry deeply values Christian community, friendships, and the joy of shared experiences, especially through games & storytelling. He is honored that he "gets to" use these as gospel-centered tools to reach and disciple today’s “terminally-online” generation. --Connect with Us:[email protected] MinistriesInstagram--If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: DonateMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

Aaron Baddeley traces the use of numbers in Scripture and how they can be an indicator of something important thematically.--Aaron Baddeley grew up in Bellingham, Washington, where he met his later-to-be wife, Katelyn Baddeley. He graduated from Corban University’s School of Ministry with a Master of Divinity in 2017. They now have two daughters, Penelope and Juniper. After serving in various churches and in various roles in Salem, OR and Spokane, WA, Aaron is preparing to be a lead pastor of a church plant in Spokane, WA, named Princeton Avenue Church. --Connect with Us:[email protected] MinistriesInstagram--If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: DonateMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

Hunter shares a quarterly check in and update about the goings on at Parable. Check out our other podcasts!"Rejoice, O Beloved!"CommentariesMy Dusty Bible-Connect with Us:contact@parableministries.comParableMinistries.comParablePublishing.comInstagramTikTok -Music created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi-If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: Donate

Jerry shares testimony to Jesus' work in his life, moving from pursuing good things for his purposes to pursuing good things for the purposes God has.--Jerry Crane III, born and raised in Salem, OR, is passionate about the word of God and seeing lives transformed by Jesus. He has served as Youth Pastor at Creekside Bible Church and as Director of the online missions organization Christian Influence. Jerry deeply values Christian community, friendships, and the joy of shared experiences, especially through games & storytelling. He is honored that he gets to use these as gospel-centered tools to reach and disciple today’s “terminally-online” generation.To see more of Jerry's work at Christian Influence, visit: https://christianinfluence.net/ --Connect with Us:[email protected] MinistriesInstagram--If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: DonateMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi