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BibleWorm

BibleWorm
Jesus
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Luke
Genesis
Environmental Stewardship
Passover
New Jerusalem
Love
Song Of Songs
Sabbath
Paul
Forgiveness

Getting to the core of the biblical text.

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This week, we are reading one of our favorite Bible stories, and the source of some great power ballads in the Jewish world – Gen 12:1-9, the story of ... more

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In this first episode of the new Narrative Lectionary year, we’re reading the story of God flooding the world as told in Genesis 6:5-22; 8:6-12; and 9:... more

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This week we conclude our series on Revelation and Resistance with John’s vision of New Jerusalem in Revelation 21:1-7, 22-27, and 22:1-5. The text presents a moving depiction of God come to earth, dwelling among the people and wiping every tear from... more

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This week we are reading Revelation chapter 7, a vision that unfolds in the midst of the unsealing of seals and undoing of worlds as we have known them. It’s a vision that seems anchored in the past and the future simultaneously, a vision that evoked... more

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Julie Hulme
Pastor, Brush Valley Fusion of Faith (UCC and ELCA)
Brush Valley Fusion of Faith
Episode: Episode 754 Revelation and Resistance: Praising God in the Midst of Empire (Revelation 7:1-17) REPLAY
Julie Hoom
Pastor of Small Rural Community in the UCC and ELCA, Brush Valley Fusion of Faith
Brush Valley Fusion of Faith (UCC/ELCA)
Episode: Episode 733 Of Palms and Passions (John 12:12-17 & 19:16b-22)
Rev. Sharon Rees
Pastor of a small congregation in Minden, Nebraska; BibleWorm supporter
Pastor, Minden, Nebraska; BibleWorm supporter
Episode: Episode 731 What Is Truth? (John 18:28-40)
Reverend Sharon Reese
Pastor of a small congregation in Nindin, Nebraska
Episode: Episode 717 The Light Shines in the Darkness (John 1:1-18)
Amy Marie Epp
Pastor at Seattle Mennonite Church
Seattle Mennonite Church
Episode: Episode 647 Revelation and Resistance: Unmasking the Empire (Revelation 13:1-18 & 17:1-6)
Reverend Joanna Heriter
Pastor of Peaceman and Night Church in Lawrence, Kansas
Peaceman and Night Church
Episode: Episode 629 Set Your Face and Go (Luke 9:51-62) ASH WEDNESDAY SPECIAL EPISODE
Terry Peterson
Minister of St. John's Church of Scotland and liturgy writer for BibleWorm
St. John's Church of Scotland
Episode: Episode 613 Written on Your Hearts (Jeremiah 36:1-16, 21-28 & 31:31-34)
Iqram Ketou
Pastor for Ferris Arabic Presbyterian Church in Des Moines, Iowa
Ferris Arabic Presbyterian Church
Episode: Episode 607 LIVE EPISODE Hannah's Prayer (1 Samuel 1:1-20 & 2:1-10)
Laura Agee
Pastor at First Presbyterian Church
First Presbyterian Church
Episode: Episode 607 LIVE EPISODE Hannah's Prayer (1 Samuel 1:1-20 & 2:1-10)

Hosts

Robert Williamson
Host of BibleWorm, professor of religious studies; affiliated with Hendricks College and related academic communities.
Amy Robertson
Co-host of BibleWorm; Director of Lifelong Learning and Music; associated with Congregation Or Chadash/Orochadash and related educational programs.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 37 ratings
  • Delightful tussle!

    What a delight! What a pleasure to hear Bobby and Amy wrestle with God’s word and sense God wrestling back, engaged and delighted with their ideas, questions hopes and expectations. As a Christian it is such a gift to hear the subtle and the direct insight from a Jewish scholar, working with a Christian scholar. And both bring the gifts of academic work, paired with their obvious experience of helping members of church and synagogue, and college to hear God speaking in the passage. And that them... more

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    5
    revern
    United States5 years ago
  • Delightful tussle!

    What a delight! What a pleasure to hear Bobby and Amy wrestle with God’s word and sense God wrestling back, engaged and delighted with their ideas, questions hopes and expectations. As a Christian it is such a gift to hear the subtle and the direct insight from a Jewish scholar, working with a Christian scholar. And both bring the gifts of academic work, paired with their obvious experience of helping members of church and synagogue, and college to hear God speaking in the passage. And that the... more

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    5
    revern
    United States6 years ago
  • Fresh insights

    Bobby and Amy offer fresh insights into Biblical texts from both the Christian and the Jewish perspective in a conversation that is genuine and often humorous. These episodes are enlightening and fun!

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    5
    vlmcmurray
    United States6 years ago
  • Thank you!

    Bobby and Amy, I am so grateful for your wisdom, insights, and humor each week. I start each Monday with this podcast as I prepare for our weekly bible study and worship/sermon planning. Keep up the good work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    introverted one
    United States6 years ago
  • Great insights!

    Thanks Bobby and Amy- this podcast has really been helping my preaching! You guys are hitting on topics I am not finding other places- a breath of fresh air.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    revcait
    United States7 years ago

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Episode 748 Disputing with God: Persistence and Possibility (Matthew 15:21-28)
Q: How do the hosts interpret the dog metaphor and the woman's persistence?
They discuss multiple readings: as a test of Jesus' mission, as a wisdom-filled counter-argument that redefines inclusion, or as a public transcript revealing oppressive dynamics that the woman still fluidly navigates toward healing for her daughter.
Episode 748 Disputing with God: Persistence and Possibility (Matthew 15:21-28)
Q: What is the immediate reaction of Jesus to the request for mercy?
Jesus initially ignores the request and then responds with a statement that his mission is to the lost sheep of Israel, prompting a deeper examination of the boundaries of his ministry.
Episode 732 No King but the Emperor (John 19:1-16a)
Q: Why does Pilate ask, 'Where are you from?' and what does that imply about power and authority?
The hosts suggest Pilate's question signals a search for legitimate authority, with Jesus' evasive response and the later claim that authority comes from above revealing the tension between earthly power and divine sovereignty.
Episode 722 Disrupting the Business of Worship (John 2:13-25)
Q: What do you make of the fact that Jesus uses a whip to chase out merchants?
I see it as an abrupt action aimed at communicating immediate change and urgency rather than inflicting harm.
Episode 722 Disrupting the Business of Worship (John 2:13-25)
Q: Have you ever been in a place of worship on a holiday and found things not like you think they should be?
Yes, I've visited other congregations and felt discomfort when their practices differ from my own.

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Across episodes, the show blends rigorous biblical scholarship with practical ministry perspectives, pairing Jewish and Christian viewpoints to interpret ancient texts for contemporary faith communities. Conversations frequently center on Revelation, biblical narratives, and interfaith dialogue, with guests ranging from pastors to liturgy writers and scholars. The tone is both analytic and accessible, often weaving in devotional applications, liturgical context, and real-world sermons or teaching strategies. A notable strength is the enduring collaboration between a scholar and a faith practitioner, which helps translate complex exegesis into actionable guidance for churches, study groups, and religious educators.

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8. Iqram Ketou

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