The Two Trees Podcast
We want to help modern people read an ancient book. We’re here to help you get over being bored with your Bible, how to see the patterns and the literary designs the ancient authors of scripture used, as the Holy Spirit led them to write the Bible, Most important of all, we're here to show you Jesus as Deuteronomy 10:17 describes Him: the Lord your God is the God of gods, and the Lord of lords, mighty and awesome.
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 60 minutes
- Episodes
- 150
- Years Active
- 2022 - 2025
The Zeal of the Maccabees
We discuss how Zeal shaped the world of the Maccabees and how Jesus brought this important concept into focus.
Trouble on the Temple Mount
The Maccabees and the Hasidim had cleansed the temple, and then it all went wrong. Join us as we discuss how things went wrong and gave rise to the Pharisees, Sadducees and the Essenes.
Hanukkah and Jesus
What is the story of Hanukkah and how does it intersect with the life and ministry of Jesus?
The War of the Maccabees
Join us as we examine how the resistance to Antiochus shaped the people of Israel.
Battle of the High Priests
We continue our study of the intertestamental period with a look at the Greek Emperor Antiochus IV and the rivalry of the High Priests of Jerusalem.
The episode with no ending -Hellenism
Some of yall have asked for the episode on Hellenism that we pulled offline because it had no ending. So here ya go
Hellenism
How did the rise of the Greek Empires affect the world of the Bible?
A Tale of Two Temples
What's at the heart of the strife between the Samaritans and the Jewish people of Jesus' day? Was it ethnic or was there a deeper issue at play? Join us as we look into the story of Nehemiah, and o…
Rebuilding the Temple
God raises up a descendent of King David to rebuild the Temple in Jerusalem. Zerubabbel faces liars, violence, and disunity, but through the power of God, he rebuilds the temple.
Listeners note: Z…
Spiritual Warfare and the Fall of Judah
Why did the Kingdom of Judah fall? The earthly politics are just a symptom of the supernatural warfare happening in the background. Join us as we explore the prophets and their discussion of the sup…
Fall of the House of Judah
How did the Kingdom of Judah meet its end? What is the connection between Josiah and Jesus? How does Jesus show what Kingship should be? Join us this week as we continue bridging the gap between t…
Through the Waters - Caleb Lewis
Caleb Lewis, author of Through the Waters, joins us to discuss the Exodus and the Two Goats Motifs in the book of Genesis.
Lions of the North
As the Assyrian Empire brings new settlers into Israel, weird things begin to happen. Join us as we discuss the lions of the wilderness and the creation of Samaria.
The Fall of the North
Join us as we discuss the Way of Eden vs the Way of Babylon and how it led to the destruction of Israel's Northern Kingdom
Strange Religion with Dr. Gupta
Dr. Nijay Gupta joins us to discuss his book Strange Religion.
Broken Brotherhood
We explore the rich tapestry of biblical themes surrounding unity and diversity, beginning with the poignant tale of Cain and Abel. Through the lens of sibling conflict and the failure of the priesth…
Is the Ground still Cursed?
In this episode Jacob presents his argument that the punishment of cursing the ground given to Adam in the garden was only intended for Adam and others who lived in his lifetime. Join the conversati…
A Traitor at the Table
We return to the story of David and Mephibosheth and discuss its confusing conclusion.
The Kings Table
We take a look at King David and Mephibosheth the heir of the house of Saul.
Editors note: to read the story of how Mephibosheth became lame read 2 Samuel 4
Satanic Counterfeit
We examine Satan's rebellion and his twisting of God's values and goals.