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A Podcast Update
The Beyond The Basics podcast is taking a little hiatus. Apparently, the Book of John is not as easy as, well, Genesis. Plus, there’s a whole IHOPKC realization that needs to be sorted out. But fear not, more episodes are coming, just maybe not as quickly as previously promised. And hey, donations are welcome! Keep…
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Genesis 50: The Deaths Of Jacob And Joseph
Dan Snyder’s podcast episode completes the book of Genesis, showcasing themes of forgiveness, restoration, and anticipation of the resurrection. The narrative reflects on the resurrection and connects it to Jesus, emphasizing the essential nature of faith in the resurrection. Dan urges listeners to ponder the resurrection’s significance and prepare for life’s greater purpose. Sources: Wiersbe,…
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Genesis 49: Jacob Blesses His Sons
In this episode of Beyond the Basics Bible Study Podcast, Jacob blesses his sons in Genesis 49. The discussion delves into prophecies about the future, the significance of the blessings, and their relationship to the coming Messiah. The episode also reflects on Jesus as a warrior king, his triumphant return, and the restoration of the…
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Genesis 48: Jacob Blesses Joseph’s Sons
In this episode of the Beyond the Basics Bible Study Podcast, Jacob’s blessing and adoption of Joseph’s sons, Ephraim and Manasseh, mark a turning point in the passing of the birthright. This chapter points to Jesus as the true firstborn, emphasizing preeminence over birth order. Reflecting on this theme, we’re reminded to surrender to Jesus’…
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Genesis 47: Joseph Saves The World
In this episode of Beyond the Basics Bible Study Podcast, host Dan Snyder delves into Genesis 47, highlighting the themes of life and death as Joseph saves his family and the world. The narrative also parallels Jesus’ salvation of the Jews and Gentiles. The episode concludes with a prayer and a reflection on our temporary…
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Genesis 46: Jacob’s Exile To Egypt
After seeking the Lord, Jacob relocates his entire family to Egypt. Throughout the chapter there are subtle hints at the future resurrection and the role of the Messiah at his second coming. Sources: Armstrong, S. (2013, June 2). Genesis 2011 – Lesson 46. Verse By Verse Ministry International. Retrieved March 2, 2024, from https://versebyverseministry.org/lessons/genesis_2011_lesson_46 Freeman,…
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Genesis 45: Jacob’s Family Restored
In Genesis 45, Joseph reveals himself to his brothers, leading to reconciliation and the restoration of his family. This chapter not only highlights the themes of repentance and restoration but also symbolizes the future restoration of Israel by God, pointing to Jesus as the ultimate agent of restoration and reconciliation. Sources: Armstrong, S. (2013, May…
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Genesis 44: Judah Is The Substitute
Joseph enacts the final part of his plan to bring his brothers into repentance. As a result we see very significant changes in the way his brothers deal with their father’s favored son even to the point of Judah offering himself as a substitute. Sources: Wiersbe, W. W. (2010). Be Authentic: Exhibiting Real Faith in…
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PATREON EPISODE – Genesis 37: Joseph’s Betrayal
Revisit Genesis 37 with content usually only available on Patreon! If you like what you hear, go subscribe at patreon.com/beyondthebasics683
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It’s Been A Week
So after a very long week of some very hard decisions, we had to euthanize our dog Nora yesterday due to aggression problems toward our son. To make things harder, we thought we were saying goodbye earlier in the week only to find out the shelter we surrendered her to for euthanization refused to do…
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Genesis 43: Joseph’s Kindness To His Brothers
Joseph’s brothers return to Egypt with their youngest brother Benjamin along with them this time. They arrive to Joseph’s house in sheer terror at the prospect of being enslaved as punishment for supposedly stealing the money used for buying grain. What actually happens is completely unexpected. Sources: Guzik, D. (2018). Genesis 43 – Joseph Meets…
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Genesis 42: Joseph Meets His Brothers
Joseph’s brothers head to Egypt to buy food and encounter none other than the very brother they had sold into slavery years prior. So Joseph, who recognizes his brothers, accuses them of being spies. Is Joseph enacting a revenge plot? What’s going on here? Sources: Sailhamer, J. H. (2017). The Expositor’s Bible Commentary (T. Longman…
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Genesis 41: Joseph Is Promoted
Joseph is brought out of prison to stand before the most powerful man in the world, the king of Egypt, and interpret his dreams. Joseph, being full of the wisdom of God, both interprets and provides an application to the dream that will end up saving the entire near eastern world. Sources: Armstrong, S. (2013,…
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A Controversy In IHOPKC
General Kurt Fuller, the acting director of IHOPKC, made this statement earlier this week. I encourage you to watch the video, but I want to let you know where I’m at after seeing it this week.
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Genesis 40: Joseph Interprets Dreams
Two of Pharaoh’s highest ranking officials are thrown in prison for an unknown crime, where Joseph happens to be serving time. Both officials have a dream on the same night and thankfully Joseph is there to provide an interpretation. This provides some important setup for what will come next. Sources: Guzik, D. (2018). Genesis 40…
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Genesis 39: Joseph Is Falsely Accused
Joseph is promoted, then falsely accused, then demoted, then promoted again. God is with him the entire time, preparing him for what is to come. How does Joseph remain faithful during this roller coaster ride? Sources: Guzik, D. (2018). Genesis 39 – Joseph In Potiphar’s House. Enduring Word. https://enduringword.com/bible-commentary/genesis-39/ Down, D., & Ashton, Dr. J.…
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Thoughts On The International House Of Prayer
I haven’t said much publicly about the allegations against Mike Bickle at IHOPKC, though I’ve said plenty privately. I think it’s time that changed.
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PATREON EPISODE – Genesis 32: Jacob’s Final Blessing
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PATREON EPISODE – Genesis 29: A Deceived Deceiver
Listen to the Patreon version of the Genesis 29 episode. Like what you hear? Subscribe at www.patreon.com/beyondthebasics683 to receive access to all the full uncut episodes.
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PATREON EPISODE – Genesis 24: The Search For A Bride
Here’s my Christmas gift to you! Since it’s Christmas Eve and I won’t be publishing a new episode today, I want to provide for you a FREE glance at what it’s like to be a Patreon subscriber. This episode is an example of what you will hear each week if you subscribe to my Patreon…
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Merry Christmas!
I’ve got a couple quick updates today for you, my loyal and devoted listener base! First, I want to thank all of you for listening to the podcast over the last eight months. It’s been such a blessing to know that I’m not just doing this for fun, but that there are real people out…
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Genesis 38: Judah And Tamar
The wickedness of the family of Abraham reaches its full extent in Judah’s family. But Judah’s daughter-in-law Tamar takes extreme measures to preserve the Messianic line. At the end of the story, a scarlet thread provides a sign of how this promised seed bloodline that was hanging on by a thread would be redeemed. Sources:…
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Genesis 37: Joseph’s Betrayal
Joseph is a teenage shepherd who happened to have a couple dreams from God implying he would become a ruler. Naturally, he told his brothers who then plotted to kill him. Thankfully, they didn’t kill him but only faked his death and sold him into slavery instead. Where could God possibly be in this story?…
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Genesis 36: The Genealogy Of Esau
What seems like a long list of names actually reveals quite a bit about Esau’s life and his wives. We also get a strange story involving hot springs and a donkey randomly inserted for what seems like no reason. Sources: Sailhamer, J. H. (2008). The Expositor’s Bible Commentary (T. Longman & D. E. Garland, Eds.;…
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Genesis 35: A Life Poured Out
Jacob returns to Bethel where he finally fully dedicates his life to the Lord. Just like his father and grandfather, just after this expression of devotion, his dedication is tested. This time, the testing comes in the form of the deaths of three people close to him and a power grab from his oldest son.…
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Genesis 34: Vengeance On Shechem
Jacob’s daughter Dinah meets a man named Shechem who doesn’t understand the meaning of the word “No.” Dinah’s brothers Simeon and Levi find out and come up with a plan to deal with Shechem that escalates very quickly. Sources: Armstrong, S. (2012, October 28). Genesis 2011 – Lesson 34A. Verse By Verse Ministry International. https://versebyverseministry.org/lessons/genesis_2011_lesson_34a…
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Genesis 33: A Reunion Of Brothers
Jacob finally meets his brother Esau who has surprisingly forgiven him and no longer wants to kill him. But when Esau asks Jacob to return to Seir with him, Jacob once again deceives his brother into thinking he would follow him, and then goes the opposite direction. Sources: Sailhamer, J. H. (2008). The Expositor’s Bible…
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Genesis 32: Jacob’s Final Blessing
Jacob, after fleeing his uncle who wants to kill him, now finds out that his brother is headed this way who Jacob believes also wants to kill him. After making preparations to meet his brother, Jacob finds himself completely alone in the dead of night when a mysterious stranger approaches him and punches him right…
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Genesis 31: Jacob Departs From Laban
God told Jacob to return to his home so Jacob deceived Laban one last time and left without telling him. Laban found out and pursued Jacob with the intention of killing him. Now Jacob is stuck between an uncle who wants to kill him and a brother who wants to kill him. Sources: Wiersbe, W.…
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Genesis 30: A Nation Is Born
In the first half the chapter, the feud between Rachel and Leah escalates and their weapons are their children. But the author clearly shows preference for one sister over the other. In the second half, we’re treated to a strange story about a shepherd using sticks to make white sheep produce spotted offspring. Did Jacob…
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A Response To Rising Antisemitism
The blogger discusses their frustration over people’s attitudes on the internet, particularly those who believe the Church replaces Israel as God’s people. They express shock over incidents of violence in Israel and the subsequent dismissive viewpoint by some Christians. Reassuring their readers, they assert we are not yet in the end times and encourages prayer…
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Genesis 29: A Deceived Deceiver
Jacob flees from his home and travels east to his uncle Laban where he meets Laban’s daughter Rachel. Jacob is immediately smitten so he negotiates a deal with Laban to work for seven years to marry his daughter. After the seven years are up Jacob takes his new wife into his tent but in the…
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Genesis 28: Stairway To Heaven
After Jacob flees from his home, he stops in Bethel and has a dream. A stairway and heaven are involved. Also, Jacob tries to bargain with God after He appeared to Jacob in the dream and gave him the covenant promise of his grandfather Abraham. Sources: Armstrong, S. (2012, June 24). Genesis 2011 – Lesson…
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Genesis 27: Family Conspiracy
Isaac conspires with Esau to give him the birthright behind Jacob’s back. Rebekah conspires with Jacob to pretend he is Esau and get his father’s blessing before Esau returns. No one is innocent here. Sources: Armstrong, S. (2012, May 29). Genesis 2011 – Lesson 27A. Verse By Verse Ministry International. https://versebyverseministry.org/lessons/genesis_2011_lesson_27a Guzik, D. (2018). Genesis…
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Genesis 26: God’s Grace On Isaac
Isaac embarks on his own faith journey when he encounters a famine just like Abraham did. How will he respond when he faces opposition in the wilderness? Sources: Sauter, M. (2023, April 16). Who Were The Philistines, And Where Did They Come From?. Biblical Archaeology Society. https://www.biblicalarchaeology.org/daily/people-cultures-in-the-bible/who-were-philistines-where-did-they-come-from/ Guzik, D. (2018c). Study Guide for Genesis 26.…
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Genesis 25: The Next Generation
After wrapping up Abraham’s legacy, Isaac and Rebekah give birth to twins. God tells Rebekah that the younger son will be the chosen son to carry the promised Seed. But we have a problem: he just seems so… snake-y. Sources: American-Israeli Cooperative Enterprise. (1998). Edom. Jewish Virtual Library. https://www.jewishvirtuallibrary.org/edom Armstrong, S. (2012, April 23). Genesis…
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Genesis 24: The Search For A Bride
A relatively straightforward story about a man looking for a bride for his son reveals much more about God’s long term plan when examined closely in this episode. Sources: Guzik, D. (2018). Study Guide for Genesis 24. Blue Letter Bible. https://www.blueletterbible.org/comm/guzik_david/study-guide/genesis/genesis-24.cfm Gonzalez, N. (2017, June 23). Do Camels Store Water in Their Humps?. Encyclopedia Britannica.…
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Changes Are Here!
Listen up! Or read up, I suppose. Is that a phrase? Read up? Unless someone is reading this post to you, then you can listen up. Just stop, Dan. Anyway. I’ve got a news! Press conference! That’s not the news. I wouldn’t do that to you. Taco Tuesday is sacred. For real though, I do…
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Genesis 23: A Field Purchased In Faith
Sarah is dead so Abraham needs to find a place to bury her. He purchases a field from the Hittites but there’s much more going on here than meets the eye. Abraham is looking toward a greater future through the simple act of burying his dead. Sources: Guzik, D. (2018). Study Guide for Genesis 23.…
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Genesis 22: Abraham’s Faith Is Proven
Abraham takes a three day long journey to Mount Moriah to sacrifice his only son Isaac at the command of God. How could God command him to do such a thing? This question as well as the many parallels to Jesus will be explored. Sources: Guzik, D. (2018d). Study Guide for Genesis 22. Blue Letter…
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Genesis 21: The Birth Of Isaac
More family drama ensues when Isaac is weaned and this time, Hagar is sent packing for good. But who is it who appears to her in the wilderness? And what does her journey foreshadow? Sources: Swedenborg, E. (2002, February). Spiritual Meaning of Hundred. Bible Meanings. http://www.biblemeanings.info/Words/Number/Hundred.htm Speiser, E. A. (1964). Birth of Isaac And Expulsion…
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Genesis 20: Abraham And Abimelech
Abraham deceived Abimelech, the king of Gerar, into thinking Sarah was just Abraham’s sister. So naturally, Abimelech took Sarah as his wife. But wait! Didn’t God just tell Abraham and Sarah they would have a child within the year? But now Sarah is another man’s wife and we have a serious problem on our hands.…
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Genesis 19: Sodom And Gomorrah
Do certain sins contribute more to moral decline than others? Also, Lot misses his opportunity to intercede for his city, we see the cost of living in compromise, and more. Sources: Guzik, D. (2018). Study Guide for Genesis 19. Blue Letter Bible. https://www.blueletterbible.org/comm/guzik_david/study-guide/genesis/genesis-19.cfm Armstrong, S. (2011, December 4). Genesis 2011 – Lesson 19A. Verse By…
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Genesis 18: The Promise And The Prayer
Three men appear at Abraham’s doorstep. Who were they and why were they there? Then, we are shown a model for intercession that we can use even today. Sources: Guzik, David. “Study Guide for Genesis 18.” Blue Letter Bible, 2018, www.blueletterbible.org/comm/guzik_david/study-guide/genesis/genesis-18.cfm. Accessed 30 May 2023. Armstrong, Stephen. “Genesis 2011 – Lesson 18B.” Verse by Verse…
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Genesis 17: Three Pronouncements
God appears to Abraham and makes three pronouncements. Both Abraham and Sarah receive name changes and the sign of circumcision is given. The relationship between circumcision and baptism is discussed in depth. Sources: Guzik, David. “Study Guide for Genesis 17.” Blue Letter Bible, 2018, www.blueletterbible.org/comm/guzik_david/study-guide/genesis/genesis-17.cfm. Accessed 25 May 2023. Armstrong, Stephen. “Genesis 2011 – Lesson…
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Genesis 16: Abram And Hagar
Abram and Sarai resort to some pretty awful actions in order to get their son that God promised, which results in a pregnant slave girl on the run. The first half of the chapter should reveal how we deal with disappointment and the second half should reveal how we respond to God when he asks…
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Genesis 15: God’s Covenant With Abram
In this episode, Abram has a very strange encounter with God which results in a covenant between God and Abram. What are these strange images of a smoking fire pot and a flaming torch? Sources: Armstrong, Stephen. “Genesis 2011 – Lesson 15B.” Verse by Verse Ministries International, 3 Oct. 2011, versebyverseministry.org/lessons/genesis_2011_lesson_15b. Accessed 23 May 2023.…
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Genesis 14: The Priest-King Of Salem
Genesis 14 is split in two halves. Each half gives us a different picture of Jesus: First, as a Kinsmen-Redeemer, and second, as a Priest-King. Sources: Stephen, Armstrong. “Genesis 2011 – Lesson 14A.” Verse by Verse Ministries International, 12 Sept. 2011, versebyverseministry.org/lessons/genesis_2011_lesson_14a. Accessed 19 May 2023. Guzik, David. “Study Guide for Genesis 14.” Blue Letter…
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Five Years
Today I have the privilege of celebrating five years of marriage to my beautiful wife. We’ve lived a lot of life in the last five years so I thought today would be a good day to allow you, dear reader, a rare glimpse into my personal life and share my top five favorite moments with…
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John 2: Water, Wine, and a Defiled Temple
In this episode of the Gospel Thread Podcast, Dan Snyder revisits John 2, highlighting Jesus’ first miracle of turning water into wine at a wedding in Cana and the subsequent cleansing of the temple. He explains how these acts are signs of Jesus’ identity and mission, reflecting on the symbolism of the miracle as a…
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New Episodes Are Coming
Update on new episodes for The Gospel Thread podcast as well as how I think we should respond to the assassination of Charlie Kirk.
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John 1:19-51: Come and See
In this episode of the Gospel Thread Podcast, Dan Snyder delves into the transformative message of the Gospel as revealed through John’s initial chapters. He emphasizes the enduring commitment of discipleship, showcasing John the Baptist’s role in preparing hearts for Jesus’ arrival. The conversation challenges listeners to confront what they truly seek—warning against distractions from…
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John 1:1-18: The Word Became Flesh
In this episode of the Gospel Thread Podcast, Dan Snyder delves into the book of John, particularly its first chapter, focusing on the identity of Jesus as both divine and human. He highlights the significance of Jesus as the Word, present at creation, who brings life and light amidst darkness. The discussion emphasizes belief in…
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John Intro
In this episode, we dive into the Gospel of John, one of the most profound and theologically rich books of the New Testament. Who wrote it, and when and where was it written? We’ll explore the authorship of the apostle John, examining the historical context and the unique features of this gospel. We’ll also discuss…
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Introducing The Gospel Thread Podcast
The Beyond the Basics Bible Study Podcast is concluding, with host Dan Snyder planning a rebranding to The Gospel Thread. Life changes and the need for a more accurate biblical approach prompted this shift. New episodes focusing on the Book of John are anticipated by March 2024, with adjustments to Patreon support.
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To Keep The Faith
Struggling with the theology and emotional manipulation in worship music, I found solace in the depth of lyrics at my new church. Listening to Shane and Shane’s cover, I felt the weight of life’s struggles more than ever. As I reflect on the challenges of staying faithful, I realize the importance of justice, kindness, humility,…
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