Hear the Bible with Valerie

4th of July 2023

Tue, 04 Jul 2023 10:16:00 +0000

Happy 4th of July!

Episode 50, Exodus chapters 38-40: Finishing the Tabernacle

Mon, 03 Jul 2023 10:23:00 +0000

In this final episode of season 3 we learn about how the Israelites finished creating the tabernacle. I will take another pause before season 4, but this time for fun reasons- I am taking a vacation with my family. I will return to recording episodes soon!

Episode 49, Exodus chapters 35-37: The Tabernacle and its furnishings, the Ark and the artisans.

Mon, 26 Jun 2023 10:23:00 +0000

Today we learn how the artisans made the Tabernacle, the Ark, and many of the furnishings of the Tabernacle.

Episode 48, Exodus chapters 33 & 34: Glory, radiance, and how to live in the new land

Thu, 15 Jun 2023 10:23:00 +0000

Moses communes with Lord in a tent and returns to the mountain. The Lord reveals His glory, Moses becomes radiant, and the commandments are given.

Episode 47, Exodus chapters 30-32: Instructions for worship and the people make a false god

Mon, 12 Jun 2023 10:23:00 +0000

In today's chapters Moses continues receiving the Law from the Lord, this time concerning how to worship. While he is away, the Israelites grow restless and make an idol to worship.

So sorry! Laryngitis from battling allergies and asthma since Easter

Sat, 06 May 2023 22:01:52 +0000

As you know I was not feeling great right after Easter; I have been battling with allergies and asthma this entire time, and it has resulted in a pretty sever loss of my voice. I am unable to record chapters without straining my voice and having severe pain in my throat due to laryngitis. Unfortunately, this means that the podcast will have to remain on a temporary hiatus until I am better, so please pray for me to recover quickly!

Easter

Fri, 07 Apr 2023 10:17:00 +0000

A short pause for the Easter holiday to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ! We will return next week!

Episode 46, Exodus chapter 28 & 29: the Priests

Thu, 06 Apr 2023 10:26:00 +0000

In these chapter we learn how the Lord wants the priests to be clothed and consecrated. I have generally tried to stay away from offering any opinions or outside information, but for this section I thought it would be beneficial to let you know that an "ephod" is an ancient sleeveless garment.

Episode 45, Exodus chapters 25-27: Instructions for the Tabernacle

Mon, 03 Apr 2023 10:03:00 +0000

The Lord gives instructions for how to build the Tabernacle.

Episode 44, Exodus chapters 22-24: the Lord gives Moses the law

Thu, 30 Mar 2023 15:30:21 +0000

The Lord continues to give Moses the laws for the Israelites to follow.

Episode 43, Exodus chapters 19-21: Mount Sinai and God's commandments

Mon, 27 Mar 2023 10:21:00 +0000

In these chapters we learn of God speaking to the people through Moses and Aaron, as well as speaking to them directly from Mount Sinai. God gives his commandments to the Israelites, as well as consequences for breaking them.

Episode 42, Exodus chapters 16-18: Miracles in the desert

Thu, 23 Mar 2023 10:10:00 +0000

These chapters tell us about the experiences the Israelites had in the desert after fleeing Egypt. The Lord provides food and water, despite the grumbling of the people. Moses is visited by his father-in-law and reunited with his family.

Episode 41, Exodus chapters 13-15: The parting of the Red Sea

Mon, 20 Mar 2023 14:37:32 +0000

In these chapters we will hear about the events leading up to, during, and after the parting of the Red Sea. A miracle of God rescues the Israelites from the Egyptians who are pursuing them.

Episode 40, Exodus chapters 10-12: Plagues, the Passover, and time to go

Thu, 16 Mar 2023 10:28:00 +0000

Today we hear about the plague of locusts and the plague of death. We learn about the Passover, and Pharaoh finally allows the Israelites to go.

Episode 39, Exodus chapters 7-9: Plagues in Egypt

Mon, 13 Mar 2023 09:21:00 +0000

This set of chapters focuses on God sending plagues to Egypt and Pharaoh's continued refusal to comply with letting the Israelites go.

Episode 38, Exodus chapters 4-6: Moses and Aaron are instructed to return to Egypt to request the release of the Israelites

Thu, 09 Mar 2023 11:23:00 +0000

In today's chapters we learn of God's plan to send Moses to Egypt to request that Pharaoh release the Israelites. Moses lacks confidence, so God sends Aaron with him. In the last chapter we learn of the "family record" of Moses and Aaron. The family record includes all of the heads of the Levite clans.

Episode 37, Exodus chapters 1-3: The Israelites are oppressed and the story of Moses from birth to his encounter at the burning bush

Mon, 06 Mar 2023 11:30:00 +0000

Exodus begins with the story of how the Israelites ended up becoming slaves in Egypt. We continue on to learn about the birth of Moses and follow him up until his encounter with the burning bush.

Season 3 Trailer

Mon, 27 Feb 2023 10:52:00 +0000

Small delay due to an incredible opportunity!

End of Season 2

Tue, 31 Jan 2023 01:26:28 +0000

Thank you for listening, join me again for season three, coming up near the end of February!

Episode 36, Genesis chapters 48-50: Family reunion

Thu, 26 Jan 2023 10:53:00 +0000

In today's chapters, Jacob goes to Egypt where he eventually dies. Josephs story with his brothers continues, and the end of Joseph's story is revealed.

Episode 35, Genesis chapters 46-47: Jacob to Egypt, Joseph manages the famines brother's travel to Egypt seeking help

Mon, 23 Jan 2023 11:26:00 +0000

Chapter 46 talks about Jacob making the trip to Egypt. 47 bring us a tale of famine.

Episode 34, Genesis chapters 44-45: A bit a sneakiness before Joseph tells his brothers who he is

Thu, 19 Jan 2023 11:21:00 +0000

Joseph pulls a fast one on his brothers, but eventually tells them who he is.

Episode 33, Genesis chapters 42-43: Joseph's brother's travel to Egypt seeking help

Thu, 12 Jan 2023 11:22:00 +0000

This is the fulfillment of Joseph's prophet dream, the one which caused his brothers to betray him. Joseph has been named second in power over the kingdom, but his brothers do not know this. They travel to Egypt, seeking help during the famine, and end up asking to buy food from Joseph. Even though his brothers are unaware of who Joseph is, he recognizes them and helps them.

Episode 32, Genesis chapters 40-41: Joseph interprets dreams

Mon, 09 Jan 2023 11:20:00 +0000

Joseph's time in Egypt. He becomes known for his ability to interpret dreams.

Episode 31, Genesis chapters 37-39: Joseph is betrayed, ends up in Egypt

Wed, 04 Jan 2023 11:20:00 +0000

Joseph is betrayed by his brothers, enslaved, and imprisoned. He stays faithful to God and receives favor, allowing him to make the best of his situation.

Happy New Year

Mon, 02 Jan 2023 11:20:00 +0000

Happy new year! Stay Safe!

Episode 30, Genesis chapters 34-36: violence, deception, death, and descendants

Wed, 28 Dec 2022 11:20:00 +0000

Today we read the story of Dinah and the Shechemites (minor spoiler- tis story starts with a personal violation if you are triggered by violence against women, skip to time stamp 1:20), followed by Jacob's return to Bethel and the death of Rachel and Isaac. The episodes ends with the telling of the line of Esau and the rulers of Edom.

Merry Christmas!

Thu, 22 Dec 2022 11:29:00 +0000

I wanted to take a moment to thank my listeners for your support and for taking this journey through the Bible with me. I hope you are enjoying the chronological reading so far, and can't wait to continue to discover what is coming!

Christmas is upon us in just a few days, so today's episode is going to jump ahead in our timeline a little bit so we can hear about the Christmas Story- the birth of Jesus. I wish you all happy holidays and merry Christmas, enjoy your time with family and reflecting on the true meaning of Christmas- the birth of our Lord and Savior. I will see you back again after the holiday!

Episode 29, Genesis chapters 32-33: Jacob arrives back home

Mon, 19 Dec 2022 11:14:00 +0000

In today's chapters we listen in on Jacob's homecoming. How will Esau welcome him? With open arms or bitter disdain?

Episode 28, Genesis chapters 30-31: Bride wars and heading home

Thu, 15 Dec 2022 11:27:00 +0000

In these chapters we witness an epic battle between the sisters Jacob married. Jacob increases his flock, and leaves to go back to his homeland.

Episode 27, Genesis chapters 28-29: Jacob marries

Mon, 12 Dec 2022 11:21:00 +0000

In these chapters, we learn of Jacob's blessing and his journey to get married.

Episode 26, Genesis chapters 25-27: Abraham dies, the story of Isaac and his sons

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 11:25:00 +0000

Chapter 25 is the account of Abraham's death, follow by a listing of his descendants, ending with us learning about Isaac's sons, Jacob and Esau. Chapter 26 tells us of Isaac's interactions with Abimelek, and chapter 27 continues the story of Jacob and Esau.

Episode 25, Genesis chapters 23 & 24: Sarah dies, Isaac and Rebekah meet.

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 11:30:00 +0000

In today's episode we read about the death of Sarah and Abraham sending his servant on a quest to find a wife for Isaac.

Episode 24, Genesis Chapters 20-22: More deception, two brothers, a treaty and a test

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 11:27:00 +0000

Today's episode is packed full. In chapter 20 Abraham and Sarah hide their relationship. Chapter 21 tells us about Isaac and Ishmael, then the Treaty of Beersheba. In chapter 22 Abraham is tested.

Episode 23, Genesis Chapters 18 & 19: The destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah, Lots daughters deceive him

Mon, 28 Nov 2022 11:30:00 +0000

In chapter 18 we read about the arrival of three visitors, sent to destroy Sodom and Gomorrah. Abraham pleads for mercy for the cities. Chapter 19 is the story of what happened when the visitors entered Sodom, finding only Lot and his family worthy of being saved. Lots family flees Sodom, but his wife disobeys their instructions and later on his daughters commit a sinful act against him.

Happy Thanksgiving!

Thu, 24 Nov 2022 11:30:00 +0000

I hope you enjoy the holiday; the podcast will return next week!

Episode 22, Genesis Chapters 15-17: Serious drama around the Lord promising Abram children

Mon, 21 Nov 2022 11:30:00 +0000

The Lord promises Abram many children in chapter 15, and in chapter 16 we read about the drama caused by this promise and Abram's lack of faith (or understanding). Chapter 17 has Abram and Sarai receiving new names from the Lord, as well as instructions for his current family as well as future generations.

Episode 21, Genesis Chapters 12-14: Abram and Lot

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 11:30:00 +0000

Chapter 12 tells us about the Lord's promise to Abram and Abram's time in Egypt. Abram's nephew, Lot, had been traveling with him and Chapter 13 is all about them parting ways. In Chapter 14 we learn of Lot's capture and how Abram rescues Lot.

Update: Season 2 Coming

Mon, 31 Oct 2022 10:33:00 +0000

An update on the upcoming season.

Episode 20, Job 40-42 Satan attempts to destroy Job's faith in God (part 15)

Mon, 17 Oct 2022 10:07:00 +0000

In the book of Job, we read about God's faithful and righteous servant Job. Satan talks to God and asks to test Job's faith. God allows it, with some conditions to protect Job. Satan puts Job through all kinds of misery to test Job's faith during this book of the Bible. We will read about those tests, Job's interactions with friends regarding his situations, and the final blessing Job receives for (spoiler alert) remaining faithful to God.

Episode 19, Job 38-39 Satan attempts to destroy Job's faith in God (part 14)

Mon, 10 Oct 2022 10:04:00 +0000

Episode 18, Job 36-37 Satan attempts to destroy Job's faith in God (part 13)

Mon, 03 Oct 2022 10:20:00 +0000

Episode 17, Job 33-35 Satan attempts to destroy Job's faith in God (part 12)

Mon, 26 Sep 2022 10:20:00 +0000

Update: season 1 coming to a close soon

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 10:42:00 +0000

This is a quick "in between" post to give you an update on how I am doing post-surgery and let you know what is next for the podcast. Thanks for continuing to listen and support Hear the Bible with Valerie!

Episode 16, Job 31-32: Satan attempts to destroy Job's faith in God (part 11)

Mon, 19 Sep 2022 09:56:00 +0000

Episode 15, Job 28-30: Satan attempts to destroy Job's faith in God (part 10)

Mon, 12 Sep 2022 11:20:00 +0000

Episode 14, Job 24-27: Satan attempts to destroy Job's faith in God (part 9)

Mon, 05 Sep 2022 10:17:00 +0000

Episode 13, Job 21-23: Satan attempts to destroy Job's faith in God (part 8)

Mon, 29 Aug 2022 10:24:00 +0000

Episode 12, Job 19-20: Satan attempts to destroy Job's faith in God (part 7)

Mon, 22 Aug 2022 10:30:00 +0000

Episode 11, Job 16-18: Satan attempts to destroy Job's faith in God (part 6)

Mon, 15 Aug 2022 10:30:00 +0000

Episode 10, Job 14-15: Satan attempts to destroy Job's faith in God (part 5)

Mon, 08 Aug 2022 10:30:00 +0000

Episode 9, Job 12-13: Satan attempts to destroy Job's faith in God (part 4)

Mon, 01 Aug 2022 10:30:00 +0000

Episode 8, Job 10-11: Satan attempts to destroy Job's faith in God (part 3)

Mon, 25 Jul 2022 10:30:00 +0000

Episode 7, Job 6-9: Satan attempts to destroy Job's faith in God (part 2)

Mon, 18 Jul 2022 10:30:00 +0000

Side note- This was recorded and edited pre-surgery. I will try to get a few more ready to go ahead of surgery so there is less of a disruption of the schedule, and you can continue to stream the Bible for as longs as possible while I recover!

Episode 6, Job 1-5: Satan attempts to destroy Job's faith in God (part 1)

Mon, 11 Jul 2022 10:30:00 +0000

Temporary slowing of the pace

Thu, 07 Jul 2022 10:30:00 +0000

I am having surgery :-( please send prayers. I will continue to post episodes as I can for now and will get back to a regular schedule again as soon as possible after my recovery.

Episode 5, Genesis Chapters 10 & 11: the Table of Nations and the Tower of Babel

Tue, 05 Jul 2022 10:30:00 +0000

Chapters 10 & 11 go through the lineage from Noah to Abram, with a brief pause to tell us about the Tower of Babel.

Happy Independence Day!

Mon, 04 Jul 2022 10:30:00 +0000

A special 4th of July message.

Episode 4, Genesis Chapters 7 - 9: Noah the flood, God's covenant, Noah's sons

Wed, 29 Jun 2022 10:30:00 +0000

Chapters 7 and 8 tell us the story of the great flood. Chapter 9 begins with God's covenant to never again destroy the earth with water, then ends with telling us a bit about Noah's sons after the waters receded and they exited the ark.

Episode 3, Genesis Chapters 5 & 6: lineage of Noah, wickedness in the world, preparing for the flood

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 10:37:00 +0000

Genesis 5 tells us the lineage from Adam through to Noah. Chapter 6 begins by telling us about the state of the world and how mankind was behaving during the time of Noah and continues on to tell about the upcoming flood. Several chapters will continue the story of the flood in future episodes.

Episode 2, Genesis Chapters 2 - 4: a garden, deception, and the world's first murder

Sat, 25 Jun 2022 10:35:00 +0000

This episode begins with the 7th day of creation, when God rested. We read on to learn more about the Garden of Eden, the serpent deceiving Eve, and the fall of man. We will continue to read on and learn of banishments, a brother's betrayal, and the world's first murder.

Episode 1, Genesis Chapter 1: it all begins

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 10:32:00 +0000

Welcome to Hear the Bible with Valerie, the podcast where I will do nothing but read the Bible without any other commentary.

Today's episode is a reading of Genesis Chapter 1. This chapter is about the creation of Earth.