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Bible Bites is a podcast where we host inspiring guests and reflect together on the Word of God. Through honest and meaningful conversations, we discover how scripture speaks into our lives today đď¸
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Reflecting with Joseph Khoury on how God still speaks to us today.
Joseph is married to Randa Assi, father of two daughters, and leads a construction business. He has been an active member of the Renewal in the Holy Spirit for over 25 years.
Yes, God speaks. He speaks to us today. The question is: are we ready to listen to His voice, or are we too busy to notice it?How does the Lord speak to us? And why does He speak at all?
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25 Oct 2026
The Gift of True Friendship
Reflecting with Charbel El Hage and Majd Samia on the Gift of True Friendship
Charbel El Hage is a content creator and powerlifting champion from Lebanon. He is currently pursuing studies in theology and has a deep passion for Catholic thought, media, and evangelization. He is particularly interested in using media as a powerful tool to proclaim the Gospel.
Majd Samia works in marketing and charcoal distribution. He has a special interest in the mystical dimension of the Catholic Church and the lives and spirituality of the saints.
Together with Jimmy Chaaya, Charbel and Majd lead Bible Study Lebanon, a biweekly gathering for young adults in Antelias, where they help others encounter Christ through Scripture.
In this episode of Bible Bites, we reflect on the gift of true friendship. We discover that authentic friendship is a gift from Godâone that encourages us, challenges us, and ultimately leads us closer to Him. We also explore the friendship of the saints, who continue to accompany and intercede for us, though we often overlook their presence in our lives. Above all, we are reminded that the greatest and most faithful Friend we will ever have is our Lord Jesus Christ.
11 Oct 2026
The Revolution of St Francis
Reflecting on the revolutionary life of St. Francis of Assisi with Bishop Jules Boutros.
Jules Boutros is a Bishop in the Patriarchal Curia of the Syriac Catholic Church. His ministry is dedicated in a special way to youth pastoral care, both within his Church and across Lebanon.He also serves as a member of the Assembly of Catholic Patriarchs and Bishops of Lebanon, where he participates in three commissions: the Justice and Peace Commission, the Guides du Liban Commission, and the Apostolic Council for the Laity.
As the Church celebrates the Jubilee Year of St. Francis of Assisi, Bishop Boutros takes us on a journey through the saint's extraordinary lifeâfrom his youthful ambitions and dramatic conversion to the radical way he embraced the Gospel. Discover how St. Francis renewed the Church, not by creating a new one, but by transforming it from within through humility, poverty, and total surrender to Christ.
27 Sept 2026
The Salt Of The Earth
Reflecting with Tony Nassrallah on Jesusâ words: âYou are the salt of the earthâ (Matthew 5:13).
Tony Nassrallah is an Adjunct Associate Professor at the Lebanese American University. He served for ten years as curator and archivist of the Charles Malik Collection at Notre Dame University in Lebanon. He is also a subdeacon in the Orthodox Church.
In the ancient world, salt was essential. Before refrigeration, it preserved food from decay, gave flavor to what was bland, purified what was corrupted, and even healed wounds. In Scripture, salt also symbolized covenant, faithfulness, and permanence.In this episode, we explore more deeply what it means to be âsalt of the earth,â why Jesus uses this image for His disciples, and how this calling remains alive and relevant in our daily lives today.
13 Sept 2026
The Mystery Of Mass
Reflecting with Fr. Marwan Khoury, Lebanese Maronite Marian monk, on the Mystery of the Holy Mass. â¨
For many, the Mass can feel repetitive. Some may even admit that they get bored during Mass. But do we truly understand what is taking place before our eyes?Saints like Padre Pio and St. Faustina were given extraordinary glimpses into the mystery unfolding on the altar, and what they witnessed transformed the way they lived the Eucharist.In this episode, Fr. Marwan helps us discover:
â˘Why the Mass is the greatest gift Christ left us.
â˘What the saints saw beyond what our eyes can see.
â˘Whether distraction and boredom can have a spiritual dimension.
â˘How to care for and recharge our souls, just as intentionally as we care for our bodies.
As Padre Pio famously said:âIt would be easier for the world to live without the sun than without the Holy Mass.â
May this conversation help us rediscover the Eucharistânot as a routine, but as the place where heaven touches earth.đď¸ Welcome to Bible Bites. Letâs enter together into the mystery of the Mass. âď¸
30 Aug 2026
Waiting on The Lord
Reflecting with Père Antoine Assaf on the theme of âWaitingââWaiting on the Lord.
Père Antoine Assaf is a Maronite priest of the Archdiocese of Beirut, serving at St. Elie Church in Kantari. He previously taught theology at several universities and continues to share his deep love for the faith through his pastoral ministry and teaching.
Waiting is never easy. And yet, waiting can be beautifulâit deepens our longing and helps us recognize the value of what is to come.
But the deeper question remains: What are we waiting for? And who are we waiting for?
And perhaps even more confronting: are we truly waiting for the Lordâor is it the Lord who is waiting for us?
16 Aug 2026
Love As I Have Loved You
In this episode of Bible Bites, we reflect on one of Jesus' most powerful teachings:
"A new commandment I give unto you: That you love one another, as I have loved you, that you also love one another."
Together with Elie Eid, we explore the meaning of the New Commandment that Jesus gave His disciples during the Last Supper. What makes this commandment new? And what does it truly mean to love as Christ loved us?
Elie Eid is a Lebanese novelist and Maronite Catholic whose work explores faith, theology, meaning, and the complexities of the human heart. For more than six years, he has been writing an ambitious multi-volume novelâcurrently spanning three booksâthat uses layered characters, moral tensions, and deeply human stories to explore love, hope, suffering, redemption, and the search for meaning. Alongside his fiction, Elie shares accessible reflections on Christian thought and the profound questions that shape how we understand reality and live within it.
Join us as we discover the true meaning of love, how Christ loves each one of us, and how He calls us to love one another with the same self-giving love."By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another." (John 13:35)
2 Aug 2026
Prayer That Transforms
Reflecting on The Prayer That Transforms with Charbel Sadaka
Charbel is married and has one child. He works as a contractor and has been actively involved in the Renewal in the Holy Spirit for the past 20 years.
In this episode, we reflect on how God invites us to come to Him. He meets us where we are, and through this encounter, our hearts are transformed.Prayer is deeply personal, but one thing is certain: God works within us.
As St. Augustine beautifully said, "Our heart is restless until it rests in You."
19 Jul 2026
The Sleeping Joseph
Reflecting on The Sleeping Joseph with Archbishop Georges Bacouni.
Archbishop Georges Wadih Bacouni currently serves as the Melkite Greek Catholic Archbishop of Beirut and Byblos. Elected to this prominent position in 2018, he shepherds the Melkite Catholic Archeparchy based in the Lebanese capital.
In this episode, we reflect on Saint Joseph, the humble man chosen to be the earthly father of the Son of God. His silence, trust, obedience, and courage are truly remarkable. Often described as God's shadow on earth, Saint Joseph remains a powerful model of faith and discipleship.A role model worth imitating and a saint worth reflecting upon, Saint Joseph continues to inspire us to trust God's plans and respond with generosity and courage.
5 Jul 2026
Eating the Word of God
Reflecting with Dr. Malko Dunia on the powerful words of Jeremiah 15:16
"Your words were found, and I ate them; Your word became my joy and the delight of my heart."
Dr. Malko Dunia practiced urology for 23 years before joining the Lebanese American University as a professor and founding member of its medical school. He is also an active member of the Renewal in the Holy Spirit.In this episode, we discover that the Word of God is not meant only to be read or studiedâit is meant to be received deeply, meditated upon, and lived. We do not simply reflect on God's Word; we "eat" it, allowing it to nourish our hearts, renew our minds, and transform our lives.
A beautiful invitation to hunger for Scripture and let it become our daily joy, strength, and delight.
21 Jun 2026
God is Our Father
Reflecting on the beautiful truth that God is our Father with our guest, Ziad Saeed.Ziad is married to Eliane Kobaiter and spent more than 26 years in the theater and film industry, bringing stories to life on stage and on screen. In 2004, a life-changing encounter with the Holy Spirit led him to a profound conversion and a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Today, as a member of the Renewal in the Holy Spirit Association, he continues to live and share his faith within a vibrant Christian community.In this episode, we explore how God does not only create usâHe adopts us, loves us, forgives us, and gives us a true identity as His sons and daughters.A powerful reminder that we are never abandoned, never forgotten, and always invited into the heart of the Father.
7 Jun 2026
The Road to Emmaus
Reflecting with Tony Maroun â father of four, owner of an FMCG company, and one of the leaders of the Renewal in the Holy Spirit Couples on Mission Outreach â on the powerful message of Luke 24:13â35, âThe Road to Emmausâ â¨
Jesus had died and risen, and on the third day, He walked alongside His two disciples⌠yet they did not recognize Him.Along the way, they shared their disappointment, confusion, and pain â and He listened patiently.When they reached their destination, they invited Him in. And at the table, when Jesus broke the bread, their eyes were opened. âď¸
How often does Jesus walk beside us without us realizing it?Maybe He is closer than we think. đ¤
24 May 2026
The Power of Confession
Reflecting with Father Marwan Khoury, Lebanese Maronite Marian monk, on the power of confession. The quiet place where we open the door, and Christ enters with mercy.
10 May 2026
Mary, Open Heart, Ready Soul
In this episode, we reflect with Sister Marie Antoinette Saade, Mother Superior of the Maronite Sisters of the Holy Family, on Mary as a woman fully open to receiving the Word of God. Always present and ready, she welcomed Godâs plan with faith and treasured all things in her heart. Though her words in the Bible are few, her presence is profound.
Join us as we enter into the world of Mary and discover what her life can teach us today.
23 Apr 2026
When Jesus knocks
âBehold, I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears My voice and opens the door, I will come in and dine with him, and he with Meâ Revelation 3:20
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