Promises, Prophets, and the Parents of the Messiah

Podcast episode featuring Callie Holland, Kent Bateman, and Eric Freemon. Part of our Year of the Bible series.

Summary

We’re recapping key takeaways from Numbers & Deuteronomy as we continue following the Year of the Bible Reading Plan. We reflect on Israel’s wandering, rebellion and the constant thread of God's faithfulness throughout it all. The conversation covers the relatable cycle of human doubt, exploring why God's promises in the Old Testament can’t always be "cut and pasted" into modern faith, and highlight what still holds true today.

In the second half, we look at Luke and explore Mary’s response to live-altering interruption, the emotional weight of raising the Messiah and the significance of the temple moments with Simeon and Anna.

This episode reminds us of the beauty in God's continuity—and the tension between spiritual privilege and forgetfulness.

Whether you're behind on the reading plan, tracking right along or haven’t started — this conversation will hopefully both ground and inspire you to start/keep going.