Why They Did That
The Bible can seem boring, but not if you ask the right questions. Why They Did That explores the motivations of biblical characters and how their choices can guide yours.
Episodes
September 18, 2020 • 49 mins
“Thou Shalt Not Kill” is a very straightforward commandment - but does God follow it himself? The Old Testament has a number of accounts where it seems as though God acts harshly - and out of anger. Is this so? Join Dean and Dr. Wolfgang Stefani as they tackle perhaps the harshest of all Old Testament Casualties - The Death of Uzzah.
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August 27, 2020 • 55 mins
Adam Patel, our guest that brought us this Season’s “Losing Your Fire” episode, is back with a testimony of biblical proportions. Join him and Dean as they head back in time to recall the incredible lengths that God went to add flame to this candle.
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April 17, 2020 • 6 mins
Our Quarantine Series continues with Narlon Edwards bringing the testimony of Paul's protege Timothy to light.
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April 9, 2020 • 3 mins
Did Jesus have favorites? Was it Peter? James? John "The Beloved"? Did this great Rabbi have a teacher's pet? Join Gem Castor as we look at one of Jesus' closest friends, and how the relationship they share is available to us too.
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April 2, 2020 • 4 mins
Adam Patel uncovers the identity of the Mysterious Naked Man, and it might just shock you to find out who it is...
Watch this episode on our YouTube channel as well!
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March 26, 2020 • 3 mins
Join Dee Casper as he kicks off our Quarantine Series with a fascinating tale about the lives of Barnabas and John-Mark. Watch this episode on our YouTube channel as well!
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March 12, 2020 • 42 mins
In this episode, Dean is joined by a returning guest, Narlon Edwards, as they discuss what it means to be a true man through the story of Solomon. It is commonly known that Solomon was the wisest man to ever live, but there is more to the story of his world renown wisdom than meets the eye. Join Dean and Narlon and they seek to find biblical answers to the questions and desires intrinsic to a man’s heart.
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February 28, 2020 • 51 mins
In this episode, Dean is joined by Pastor Jeff Walper as they discuss the mutual calling they have as pastors with that of Jeremiah. Dean and Jeff find themselves strongly resonating with many of the emotions Jeremiah seemed to struggle with—the common insecurities and doubt that seems to paralyze us. Whether or not God has called you to pastoral ministry or another ministry avenue, the principle still applies: God ordained you for...
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February 14, 2020 • 53 mins
What does it mean to be the representative of God to a child? How can we earn our teen’s respect and friendship? We have thousands of books on the shelves, experts on every talk show, courses with personal consultants —everyone seems to know how to parent. What does the Bible say about this topic? In this episode, Dean is joined by Melanie Quion, a wife and mother who has found golden nuggets of biblical parenting truths in the sto...
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January 31, 2020 • 36 mins
In this episode, Dean is joined by Adam Ramdin as they delve into the curious story of Ehud. The bible specifically mentions the fact that Ehud is left handed—a detail that is not often included in bible stories. So... why? Perhaps to show us that God can use anyone, and that our perceived limitations and obstacles are often some of His most valued assets. God used Ehud, a man of apparent defect and disadvantage, to deliver His peo...
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January 17, 2020 • 32 mins
In this episode of the Why They Did That Podcast, Gem Castor take us on a faith trip. “What do you do when God doesn’t make sense?”
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January 3, 2020 • 39 mins
In this episode, Adam Patel invites you to follow David through a journey of
trial and apparent defeat. For what seems like an eternity, David had been running from Saul—not in a game of hide-and-seek, but for the preservation of his very life. Now completely exhausted and worn beyond what he has ever experienced, David runs toward the people, the very enemies He had once boldly slain for the honor, glory, and vindication of God. ...
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March 14, 2019 • 2 mins
Hey everyone! We’ve got some exciting new that we wanted to let you––our listeners––know about first. You could be a part of shaping the future of Why They Did That! Listen to this short announcement for more details.
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February 8, 2019 • 28 mins
Dean is joined by Why They Did That producer, Christian Freed. Together they head back to March 2018 to share with you just where the idea for this podcast came from, how they came up with the name, what inspired them to create content based around Bible characters––in other words, all the details on starting the show. Thanks for joining us on this incredible journey. Keep an eye out for our Kickstarter campaign so that Season 2 ca...
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January 25, 2019 • 47 mins
In the penultimate episode of Season 1, Dean is joined by Amy Ratsara, a lawyer from Michigan that simply loves the story of Martha. Martha is often relegated to a background character — someone whose life is juxtaposed to that of Mary’s and her intimate devotion to Christ. However, Jesus didn’t see Martha as “an extra” — their friendship is expounded on through the narrative of her brother Lazarus’ death, and while Jesus shows up ...
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January 11, 2019 • 40 mins
Jacob is the product of a very dysfunctional family; his parents — although both believers — have vastly different opinions on how to go about being followers of God, and this lands their son Jacob in a lot of hot water, resulting in him cheating his father and stealing his brother’s blessing. Dean is joined by Mark Quion in this episode, where they look at the results of living out your parents’ religion without ever making God yo...
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December 21, 2018 • 15 mins
Join Dean in this special Christmas Episode as he looks at the tale of the Magi that visited Baby Jesus on that momentous day. How did they know where–and more importantly-when to find Him? Did their famous gifts have more significance than we may have realized? And which Old Testament prophet reluctantly played a part in this world-changing event? Learn of all this and more in this special Christmas episode.
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December 7, 2018 • 45 mins
You’ve heard the story of Joseph numerous times already, but have you ever heard it like this? Forget the dreams, the technicolor dream-coat and the prison. Let’s get to the part of the story where the struggle is the most relatable: Potiphar’s House. How do you resist temptation when no one is watching? How do you get to the point where you’d rather die than sin? How can you truly live your life for the audience of One? In this ep...
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November 23, 2018 • 41 mins
Elijah was used by God in mighty ways. He called a three and a half year drought, rained fire down from heaven, and spoke weighted words of rebuke to the entire Israelite nation. Yet, Elijah fled from the threats of Jezebel and eventually found himself in a place where suicidal thoughts plagued him, and he wanted nothing more than for God to take his life. In this episode, Dean is joined by Pastor Don Mackintosh, Chaplain of the De...
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