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The Bible is Beautiful

The Bible is Beautiful

By Michael LeFebvre

My name is Michael LeFebvre, and I think the Bible is beautiful. This podcast is somewhere between art appreciation and devotional meditation, as I explore both the literary and the theological beauty of various passages in the Bible.
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Beatitudes (Part 3): The Pursuit of Happiness in Jesus' Society

The Bible is BeautifulJan 20, 2021

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The Beauty of Esther: Comedy as a Ministry of Faith
Jul 19, 202114:30
Psalms (Part 2): The Joyful Parade of Psalm 150

Psalms (Part 2): The Joyful Parade of Psalm 150

This series explore the entire book of Psalms in just two episodes. Psalm 1 introduces the entire book. And Psalm 150 sums it all up. By exploring the pictures, the sounds, and the beauty of these two psalms, the usefulness and power of the entire book is opened before us. This episode examines Psalm 150, and the joyful parade it introduces.

Apr 22, 202113:12
Psalms (Part 1): The Happy Person of Psalm 1

Psalms (Part 1): The Happy Person of Psalm 1

This series explore the entire book of Psalms in just two episodes. Psalm 1 introduces the entire book. And Psalm 150 sums it all up. By exploring the pictures, the sounds, and the beauty of these two psalms, the usefulness and power of the entire book is opened before us. This episode examines Psalm 1, and the happy person it introduces.

Apr 22, 202111:03
Jonah (Part 6): The Song of Jonah - Conclusion

Jonah (Part 6): The Song of Jonah - Conclusion

Did you know that the book of Jonah is actually a comedy? Through a series of role reversals and ironies that make us laugh, the book opens our heart with humor to its serious lesson: God’s call to love our enemies. In this six part series on the book of Jonah, we explore the humor and conviction of this ancient piece of comedy. The sixth episode completes the series with reflections on the Song of Jonah (Jonah 2:2-9), the literary and theological heart of the book.

Feb 24, 202112:47
Jonah (Part 5): Jonah and the Worm

Jonah (Part 5): Jonah and the Worm

Did you know that the book of Jonah is actually a comedy? Through a series of role reversals and ironies that make us laugh, the book opens our heart with humor to its serious lesson: God’s call to love our enemies. In this six part series on the book of Jonah, we explore the humor and conviction of this ancient piece of comedy. The fifth episode examines Jonah’s encounter with a worm, and his final lesson on God’s love (Jonah 4:1-11).

Feb 24, 202109:51
Jonah (Part 4): Jonah in the Desert

Jonah (Part 4): Jonah in the Desert

Did you know that the book of Jonah is actually a comedy? Through a series of role reversals and ironies that make us laugh, the book opens our heart with humor to its serious lesson: God’s call to love our enemies. In this six part series on the book of Jonah, we explore the humor and conviction of this ancient piece of comedy. The fourth episode follows Jonah’s journey to Nineveh in the desert (Jonah 3:1-10).

Feb 24, 202112:13
Jonah (Part 3): Jonah and the Whale

Jonah (Part 3): Jonah and the Whale

Did you know that the book of Jonah is actually a comedy? Through a series of role reversals and ironies that make us laugh, the book opens our heart with humor to its serious lesson: God’s call to love our enemies. In this six part series on the book of Jonah, we explore the humor and conviction of this ancient piece of comedy. The third episode examines Jonah’s encounter with the great fish (Jonah 1:17-2:10).

Feb 24, 202112:55
Jonah (Part 2): Jonah at Sea

Jonah (Part 2): Jonah at Sea

Did you know that the book of Jonah is actually a comedy? Through a series of role reversals and ironies that make us laugh, the book opens our heart with humor to its serious lesson: God’s call to love our enemies. In this six part series on the book of Jonah, we explore the humor and conviction of this ancient piece of comedy. The second episode follows Jonah’s flight to Tarshish by sea (Jonah 1:1-16).

Feb 24, 202112:17
Jonah (Part 1): Jonah as Comedy - Introduction

Jonah (Part 1): Jonah as Comedy - Introduction

Did you know that the book of Jonah is actually a comedy? Through a series of role reversals and ironies that make us laugh, the book opens our heart with humor to its serious lesson: God’s call to love our enemies. In this six part series on the book of Jonah, we explore the humor and conviction of this ancient piece of comedy. The first episode provides an introduction and overview.

(Note: in this episode, I make reference to a set of ancient carvings held at the British Museum called “The Siege of Lachish Reliefs.” Searching online for that title will bring up images you can examine.)

Feb 24, 202110:51
Beatitudes (Part 3): The Pursuit of Happiness in Jesus' Society

Beatitudes (Part 3): The Pursuit of Happiness in Jesus' Society

Jesus' beatitudes (Matthew 5:1-12) are among the most beloved of his sayings. But they are also among the most misunderstood. In this three part series, I want to look at the beauty of Jesus' beatitudes. Part 3 completes this study with Christ's call to measure happiness by ones growth in his goodness—even when that requires hardship.

Jan 20, 202120:36
Beatitudes (Part 2): Hardships that Bring Joy

Beatitudes (Part 2): Hardships that Bring Joy

Jesus' beatitudes (Matthew 5:1-12) are among the most beloved of his sayings. But they are also among the most misunderstood. In this three part series, I want to look at the beauty of Jesus' beatitudes. Part 2 explores the paradoxical connections that Jesus draws between the experience of hardships and joy.

Jan 20, 202116:42
Beatitudes (Part 1): What is a Beatitude?

Beatitudes (Part 1): What is a Beatitude?

Jesus' beatitudes (Matthew 5:1-12) are among the most beloved of his sayings. But they are also among the most misunderstood. In this three part series, I want to look at the beauty of Jesus' beatitudes. Part 1 poses the question, "What is a beatitude?"

Jan 20, 202113:35
The Bible is Beautiful (Trailer)

The Bible is Beautiful (Trailer)

My name is Michael LeFebvre, and I think the Bible is beautiful. This podcast is somewhere between art appreciation and devotional meditation, as I explore both the literary and the theological beauty of various passages in the Bible.

Jan 20, 202102:27