
Welcome to Wise Counsel, a daily five-minute devotional hosted by RM Smith. Each episode dives deep into biblical scholarship and Ancient Near Eastern context, offering concise insights into Scripture to illuminate its timeless truths and practical applications. Join RM Smith as he explores the cultural and historical backgrounds that enrich our understanding of God's Word, equipping you to naviga... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 58 | Founded | a year ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ChristianityReligion & Spirituality | |||

In this episode of Wise Counsel, host Robert Smith explores the often-quoted command in Leviticus 19:28 about tattoos. Is this a timeless ban on body art—or was something else happening in the ancient world? Drawing on insights from Dr. Michael S. He... more
In this episode of Wise Counsel, host Robert Smith explores Leviticus 19:19, where God commands Israel not to wear garments made of mixed fabrics. To modern ears, it sounds trivial or arbitrary—but scholars like Dr. Michael S. Heiser and Carol Meyers... more
In this episode of Wise Counsel, host Robert Smith explores the strange-sounding command in Exodus 23:19—“You shall not boil a young goat in its mother’s milk.” To modern readers, it feels arbitrary, even odd. But as scholars like Dr. Michael S. Heis... more
In this episode of Wise Counsel, host Robert Smith unpacks one of the Old Testament’s most puzzling commands: Leviticus 19:27 — “You shall not round off the hair on your temples or mar the edges of your beard.” Was God really regulating hairstyles? S... more
In this episode of Wise Counsel, host Robert Smith examines one of the most quoted — and most misunderstood — passages on giving: Malachi 3:8–10. Often used to pressure Christians into tithing, this text was originally spoken to Israel’s covenant com... more
In this episode of Wise Counsel, host Robert Smith explores 1 Kings 10:14–11:8, where Solomon’s golden age begins to tarnish. What happens when divine wisdom becomes worldly success? Drawing on insights from Dr. Michael S. Heiser and Tremper Longman ... more
Why do Christians celebrate Christmas on December 25—or January 6—or even September 11? Are these dates rooted in pagan traditions, theological patterns, or something else entirely? In this episode of Wise Counsel, we explore how God redeems time, ho... more
🎄 Are Christmas trees and holiday lights pagan? What about gift-giving or Santa Claus? In this episode of Wise Counsel, we explore how Christians can engage with cultural traditions—especially around the holidays—without compromising the gospel. Dra... more
This podcast is an absolute gem! Each episode is perfectly bite-sized at just 5 minutes, but don’t let the length fool you—these biblical devotionals are packed with fresh insights I’ve never heard before. Robert makes Scripture come alive in a way that’s engaging, fun, and easy to connect with. It’s light enough to listen on my daily commute while still going deep enough to make me pause and really think. It challenges me, encourages me, and genuinely helps strengthen my daily walk with the Lor... more








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