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Hello, I’m Hilary. Welcome to the inside of my brain; where thoughts get mulled over like Christmas wine, studied out and discussed at length with God, (and anyone else who will listen), finally ending up here. Enjoy.
Episodes
Preparation Session 1: Old Testament recap & Themes.
Here's the verses: Nehemiah 9:6-17, Deuteronomy 13:4, Psalm 34:11, Joshua 1:13, Nehemiah 4:14, Genesis 2:2-3
Welcome to the New Testament Chron Blog journey, hosted by Hilary McNutt. This session is the beginning of a unique exploration through the New Testament, establishing a thoughtful approach to studying the scriptures; allowing time for an organi...
Preparation Session 2: The Old Testament recap continues and the Messianic prophecies begin.
Verses & Quotes: Nehemiah 9:18-37, Leviticus 17:11, Hebrews 11:17
https://www.viaveritasvita.info/Pages/EN_AllMessianicProphecies.html
We are in Nehemiah Chapter 9, as it reflects on the Israelites’ journey, setting the stage for understanding the rich tapestry of messianic prophecies interwoven in biblical texts...
Preparation Session 3: Messianic prophecies & 400 years of silence?
Verses & Quotes: Isaiah 11:1, Daniel 9:25-26, Malachi 3:1 , Isaiah 40:3, Mic. 5:2, Zechariah 9:9, Isaiah 7:14, Isaiah 35:5-6, Isaiah 6:9-10, Psalm 118:22 , Isaiah 9:7, Daniel 7:14, Isaiah 53:2-5
‘Palestine in the time of Jesus; Social Structures and Social Conflicts, 2nd Edition’, K.C Hanson and Dougles. E. Oakman, 1998, Fortress Press
Session 4: Language & Culture
Verses: Exerts from Hanson and Oakman’s Summaries of Chapter 1 and 2 of their book ‘Palestine in the time of Jesus’ Accessed from http://www.kchanson.com/PTJ/ptj1.html
‘Palestine in the time of Jesus; Social Structures and Social Conflicts, 2nd Edition’, K.C Hanson and Dougles. E. Oakman, 1998, Fortress Press
In this episode, we explore the significance of the Septuagint, ...
Session 5: Culture week: Kinship & Patrons
Quotes: Jewish Life in Palestine at the Beginning of the Christian Era https://www.myjewishlearning.com/article/their-love-for-tilling-the-soil-is-truly-great/
‘Palestine in the time of Jesus; Social Structures and Social Conflicts, 2nd Edition’, K.C Hanson and Dougles. E. Oakman, 1998, Fortress Press
Before we get started on the text, we are exploring the cult...
Session 6: A bit on Religion & the Genealogies start.
Verses & Quotes: Matthew 1:1-6, Acts 3:25-26, Galatians 3:16, Isaiah 11:1, Jeremiah 23:5, 2 Samuel 7:13, Psalm 2:11-12, Psalm 8:5, Psalm 16:10
*Palestine in the time of Jesus; Social Structures and Social Conflicts, 2nd Edition’, K.C Hanson and Dougles. E. Oakman, 1998, Fortress Press: Summary section:
This episode marks the beginning of our jou...
Session 7: Matthew and his cool genealogy of Jesus
Verses & Quotes: Matthew 1:6, Psalm 22:8, 16-18, Psalm 38:11-17, 2 Samuel 12:13 , Matthew 1:7-18, Luke 3:23, Matthew 9:9, John 14:26
* Old Testament Chron Blog is the website
We are in the intricate details of Matthew's genealogy of Jesus, and as the journey reaches King David, we will focus on the prophetic moments often found in David's songs and life;...
Session 8: Luke & his ‘back the way’ genealogy of Jesus
Verses: Luke 3:22 - 38, Genesis 5:29, Hebrews 4:3 & 10, Genesis 5:3, 1 Corinthians 15:45, Romans 5:17, Luke 1.1-4
In this episode, we discover Luke's unique perspective as a Gentile believer and his detailed account of Jesus' lineage. We will examine the discrepancies between Matthew and Luke's genealogies, offering insights into possible reason...
Session 9: John’s beginning to the story of Jesus
Verses: John 1: 1-18
In this episode, we embark on a journey through John Chapter 1, where the style shifts dramatically from mere genealogies to profound poetic insights. We pause to explore the ethereal, wonder-filled nature of these passages, and through this poetic lens, we uncover deeper truths about God's presence throughout the biblical narrative, ech...
Session 10: The waves of John one and Genesis one start
Verses: John 1:1 -5, Genesis 1: 1-5, Isaiah 9:2, John 8:58, John 1:6-9, Isaiah 60:2, Isaiah 60:1, Isaiah 60:19-20, John1:10-13
This episode goes deep into the fascinating parallels between Genesis and the Gospel of John today. Discover how the poetic opening of John builds on the physical realities presented in Genesis, deepening our understanding of sp...
Session 11: The amazing shoreline of John Chapter 1
Verses: John 1:10-11, John 5:43, John 3:31-33, John 1:12-13, John 3:16, Hosea 1:10/Romans 9:26, Galatians 3:28 , John 1:14-18, Exodus 33:20, Exodus 24:11
We are lingering in the unfolding momentum of John's narrative, cross-referencing Paul’s letters and Old Testament prophecies, and enriches our understanding of the gospel’s foundation.
For the OLD TESTAM...
Session 12: Dissecting Zechariah’s response
Verses: Luke 1:5-25, Gen 18:11, Judges 13:2, 1 Samuel 1:2
This session delves into the compelling story of Zechariah's divine encounter as recorded in Luke 1:5-25; God's promise echoing the biblical pattern of miraculous births. We are exploring the deeper meanings behind these well-known scriptures, inviting renewed understanding and insights into God's faithful w...
Session 13: The Holy Place & Zechariah
Verses: Luke 1:10-17, Exodus 30:1&7-8, Revelation 8:, Malachi 4:5-6, Mark 1:2-4, Matthew 17:10-13, Genesis 18:12-15, Genesis 21:6, Luke 1:19-20, John 1:24 - 25
This episode weaves together scriptural prophecies from Isaiah and Malachi, highlighting their fulfillment in the life of John the Baptist. Hilary presents an intriguing perspective on Zechariah's momenta...
Session 14: The women of faith
Verses: Luke 1:26-40, Luke 1:24 & 45, Mark 5:7, Acts 5:15
During this episode, Hilary navigates through the profound spiritual experiences of both Mary and Elizabeth. These insights offer listeners a fresh perspective on a familiar biblical story, as they prepare for the next session that promises to delve deeper into Mary and Elizabeth's extraordinary exchange.
For the OLD...
Session 15: Mary’s remarkable song.
Verses - Luke 1:41-56, 1 Samuel 2:1, Psalm 34:3, Isaiah 61:10, Matthew 5:5-6, Exodus 6:6, 1 Samuel 2:8, Luke 18:14 James 4:10, Matthew 5:6, Psalm 107
We are highlighting the transformation in Mary's perspective, moving from personal humility to prophetic declarations about the future. This significant shift emphasizes the broader implications of her experience as we journe...
Session 16: Zechariah’s remarkable prophecy.
Reading: Luke 1:57-80, Psalm 18:2, Jeremiah 23:5, Genesis 17:6-8, Matthew 11:10-11, Luke 1:78-79, Psalm 107:10, Isaiah 9:2
We are exploring the miraculous birth of John the Baptist. Zechariah's astounding prophecy is shared, and through this speech, we connect with ancient prophecies, the covenant with Abraham, and the dawning of a new era. Witness how a once-mut...
Session 17: Joseph’s Response
Verses: Matthew 1:18-25, Isaiah 12:2, Psalm 130:7-8, Isaiah 7:14, Luke 1:31-32, Acts 13:23, 1 John 3:5, Titus 2:14, Deuteronomy 22:23-26
We are in the Gospel of Matthew, exploring the historical and prophetic significance of the birth of Jesus. The discussion weaves through cross-references and prophecies from the Old Testament, and we consider the righteous and merciful actions...
Session 18: God speaking
Verses & Quotes: Matthew 1:20, Matthew 2:22, Matthew 2:12, Job 33:14-16, Luke 2 :1-7, 1 Samuel 16:1 & 4, Micah 5:2-4, John 1:2-3, Philippians 2:5-8
https://www.ons.gov.uk/census/2011census/howourcensusworks/aboutcensuses/censushistory/censustakingintheancientworld#:~:text=The Romans conducted censuses every,keep track of the population.
We are in the often overlooked journey ...
Session 19: The Team effort
Verses & Quotes: Luke 2: 8-21, Matthew 1:24-25, Psalms 103:19-22, Isaiah 52:7-8, Daniel 7:10, Jeremiah 23:6, Isaiah 9:6, Isaiah 7:14-15
As we examine the familiar story of the shepherds in the field, we uncover insights into God's communication with humanity, and the powerful experiences of witnessing divine messages. Through thoughtful analysis, we reflect on all who played t...
Session 20: The Sacrifice and Simeon
Verses & Quotes: Luke 2:22-32, Leviticus 12:6-8, Isaiah 25:9, Psalm 98:2, Isaiah 60:1-3, Romans 1:28
We are with the this holy family on their journey to Jerusalem, reflecting on ancient purification laws and their profound meanings as presented in the Gospel of Luke, Chapter 2. We are also in the compelling story of Simeon, who awaited the Messiah with open heart an...
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