Strangely Biblical

About Strangely Biblical

We are a brother and sister duo who are deeply interested in the scriptures, especially when they say something that sounds odd to our 21st century ears. Strangely Biblical will explore the topics that are glossed over in Sunday morning sermons because we believe they are interesting and important. We don’t always have all the answers, but we are committed to studying. Join us in our journey through the weird world of scripture.

Publisher

Jeff & Shelby

Category

religion & spirituality

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

29 Jan 2024

Latest episode

17 Nov 2025

Latest episodes

14 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   17 Nov 2025

   Ep. 13 - Baptism & Its Cultural River

   We are so far removed from the original command of baptism. What did it mean to the original audience? Where did it begin? How has it traced through Jewish and Christian history? Today Jeff & Shelby peel back those layers to better understand this covenantal act. Scripture & References: Matthew 3:6 Baker Encyclopedia of the Bible - "Baptism" Zecheriah 13:1 Ezekiel 36:25 Mark 7: 3-4 Georgica - Nicander of Colophon Acts 8:36-38 Matthew 3:8 Matthew 3:13-17 Luke 3:16 Faithlife Study Bible - entry on Luke 3:16 Acts 2:38-41 Acts 18:24-19:6 John 3:1-8 Matthew 28:18-20 Galatians 3:26-27 Galatians 3:24 Francis Chan sermon: (https://youtu.be/_OYFECXN3n0?si=v5B7OEtPZlNhOseZ) 1 Peter 3:18-22 Mark 16:16 James 2:20-26 Faithilfe Study Bible - entry on James 2 Bible Hub - word study "pistis" Ephesians 2:8-9 Romans 10:17 Misreading Scripture with Western Eyes by E. Randolph Richards & Brandon J. Obrien Naked Bible Podcast - episode 419 with Dr. Michael Heiser and Dr. Matt Halstead Romans 1:16-17 Romans 6:1-11 Colossians 2: 6-15 Naked Bible Podcast - episode 6 with Dr. Michael Heiser & Trey Strickland Anchor Yale Bible Dictionary - "Baptism" 1 Samuel 15:22-23 Clementine Recognitions Book VI On Baptism 1 [A.D. 203] The Instructor of Children 1:6:26:1 [A.D. 191] First Apology 61:14–17 The Didache The Shepherd of Hermas Letter of Barnabas 11:1–10 Acts 22:16 Music in this episode: Loving Caliber - The One Who Saved Me - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com Rebecca Mordal - Safe Place - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com Ludlow - Float (Instrumental Version) - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com baegel - Hazy Memories - Courtesy Of www.epidemicsound.com Cristoffer Moe Diflevsen - Alluvion - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com Sam Will - The Long Ride - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com Bomull - Fin - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com Duke Herrington - Unbound Spirit - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com David Celeste - Mary's Back Lawn - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com David Celeste - Gravitation - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com David Celeste - Breathe Tree - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com Clarence Reed - From the Very Beginning - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com Nevin - Summer Came For Us (Instrumental Version) - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com

2. 

   20 Aug 2025

   Ep. 12 - Bashan

   Bashan is a region rich in Biblical history, but it is often overlooked. In this episode, Jeff and Shelby take a deep dive into the valley to highlight what scripture teaches us about its influence and presence of demonic activity. When Jesus shows up on the scene, the powers of darkness don't stand a chance. References: Deuteronomy 3 Anchor Yale Bible Dictionary - Bashan Lexham Bible Dictionary - Bashan Numbers 21:33 Deuteronomy 3:5-11 Amos 2 Unseen Realm - Dr. Michael S. Heiser "Biblical King Og and the Ugaritic Deity Rapiu" - Matthew McCaffee (Acadamia.edu) Byblos 13 - translated by Starcky and Rollig Reversing Hermon - Dr. Michael S. Heiser Job 25:5-6 Psalm 88:10 Proverbs 21:6 Isaiah 14:9-15 Judges 18:27-31 1 Kings 12:28-31 Revelation 7 Matthew 3:13 John 10:40 Luke 19:29 Matthew 16:13-20 Strangely Biblical - Episode 5 - The Nephilim, Gilgamesh, and Other Giant Tales Strangely Biblical - Episode 2 - Reclaiming the Nations Music in this episode: Hampus Naeselius - Forever - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com Hampus Naeselius - The Vice - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com Reynard Seidel - We Are Legends - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com Francis Wells - Beautiful Mystery - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com Miles Arida - If You Dare - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com Deep Inside - Painting the Horizon - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com Deep Inside - Morning Hue - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com DEX 1200 - Grief and Isolation - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com Clarence Reed - Rewind Time - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com DEX 1200 - Disillusioned Path - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com David Celeste - Remember What Mama Said - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com Jakob Ahlbom - Pulsar - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com David Celeste - Lost Empire - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com

3. 

   14 Apr 2025

   Ep. 11 - Genesis 4 & 5 - The Seed of the Serpent

   In Genesis 3:15 we see the first declaration of Yahweh's plan for redemption. We learn of two seeds, one of the serpent and the other of the woman. From the woman will come a Redeemer to crush the serpent's head. Only one chapter later, we see the story of the serpent's seed begin to unfold when Cain kills his own brother. Genesis 5 follows two genealogies, one associated with evil while the other will bring about the Promised Seed to crush the serpent's head. References: Genesis 3:15 The Debate Between Summer & Winter Genesis 4 Anchor Yale Bible Dictionary Numbers 24:21 Joshua 15:57 Judges 1:6 Judges 5: 24 Numbers 13:33 Dictionary of Deities and Demons - Rabisu Faithlife Study Bible Job 16:18 Numbers 35:33 Deuteronomy 21 Strangely Biblical - Episode 9 - Genesis 2, Eden & Mankind Genesis 9:6 The Commentary Critical and Explanatory On The Whole Bible Genesis 5 Excursus on Numbers in Genesis by Gordon J Wenham Music in this episode: Jo Wandrini - Odyssey of the Lost - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com Christoffer Moen Ditlevsen - Abyss  - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com David Celeste - Go On, Be Gone  - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com David Celeste - Sphinx - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com Hanna Lindgreen - Sending - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com Ruiqi Zhao - The Mysterious Cave - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com Gabriel Lewis - Oh the Humanity - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com Dream Cave - You Saved Me  - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com Bitwraith - My Friend, The Warlock - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com

4. 

   17 Feb 2025

   Ep. 10 - Genesis 3, the Nachash, & becoming like the Elohim

   Evil is brought to earth. Why was this allowed? Who was the Tempter? Who was the tree of the knowledge of good and evil for? What was Yahweh's intentions for mankind? Were they changed or just delayed? All these questions are discussed in this episode as Jeff and Shelby continue the Genesis narrative. Music in this episode: Jakob Ahlbom - The Gordian Knot - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com Trevor Kowalski - Pretty Sacrifice - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com - Sending - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com Hampus Naeselius - In Shadows of the Stars - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com Hampus Naeselius - My Greatest Hero - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com Hampus Naeselius - The Misty Mountains - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com Jakob Ahlbom - Birds of Passage - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com Hanna Lindgren - Sending - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com David Celeste - Coco Begins His Journey - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com Jo Wandrini - Odyssey of the Lost - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com

5. 

   1 Jan 2025

   BONUS EPISODE: Is Your Understanding of the Bible Missing Key Ancient Contexts?

   Jeff got the opportunity to be a guest on The Lion, the Way, and the War podcast with Craig Allison. They discuss faith, biblical narratives, and Mesopotamian literature. Tellsonic - A Forest Melody - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com

6. 

   30 Sept 2024

   Ep. 9 - Genesis 2, Eden & Mankind

   Welcome to the garden. Why is Genesis 2 also seemingly a creation account? Were Adam & Eve the first humans on earth? What does it mean that woman was created from man? Let's discuss. Music in this episode: Jakob Ahlbom - Crossing the Rubican - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com Jakob Ahlbom - Afternoon Coffee - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com

7. 

   31 Aug 2024

   Ep. 8 - A Deep Dive into Genesis 1

   Welcome to the beginning. This episode covers a deep dive into Genesis in a way the original audience would understand. It answers the questions of who created the cosmos, why was it called good, and what it means to be made in the image of God. The previous two episodes will get listeners into the ancient near eastern mindset beforehand! Scripture References: Genesis 1 LEB 2 Peter 3:5 ESV Jeremiah 4:23 1 Samuel 2:8 Genesis 8:22 Isaiah 66:1 Sources: Faithlife Study Bible The Lost World of Genesis One by John H. Walton The Creation of Light and Time by Anto Popovic A Commentary Critical and Explanatory of the Whole Bible by David Brown, Andrew Robert Fausset & Robert Jamieson The Star of Bethlehem Documentary The Exploits of Ninurta The Unseen Realm by Michael S. Heiser The Image of God by John Piper (published on Desiring God) Music in this episode: Victor Lundburg - Epic Elevation - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com Aerian - Earthshine - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com David Celeste - Birds of Eden - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com Hanna Lindgren - Past Lives - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com Jakob Ahlbom - Odonata - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com

8. 

   30 Jul 2024

   Ep. 7 - Ancient Creation Myths

   The creation story we read in Genesis 1 was not the first or only written creation narrative of the ancient world. It also was not written to answer our modern questions we bring to the text. Before diving into the creation story of the Bible in the next episode, it is important to have a foundational understanding of what ideas about creation were popular for the ancient near eastern peoples. This will set our minds in the appropriate context for understanding the intent. Sources: The Lost World of Genesis One by John H. Walton Enuma Elis from the Library of Ashurbanipal The Ba'al Cycle ancient story. Scripture References: Psalm 104 Music in this episode: August Wilhelmsson - Our Journey - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com Magnus Ludvigsson - Melancolique - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com Jakob Ahlbom - Crossing the Rubicon - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com John Abbot - A March Across the Ancient Land - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com August Wilhelmsson - Felicia's Secret - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com Hampus Naeselius - Adapted by Dark - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com Hampus Naeselius - I See You - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com Hampus Naeselius - In the Shadow of the Stars - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com David Celeste - Shrines - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com Sound Effects in this episode: SFX Producer - Horse Gallup - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com SFX Producer - Large Stormy Waves Crashing on a Pebble Beach - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com SFX Producer - Thunder Rumble - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com SFX Producer - Forest Rain 1 - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com SFX Producer - Produce Flame - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com SFX Producer - Mountain Wind Gusts - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com

9. 

   1 Jul 2024

   Ep. 6 - Ancient Flood Myths

   We know a flood happened in the ancient world, but what are the details surrounding the deluge? Ancient civilizations had their own stories for how and why this event occurred. In Genesis 6 we read the account of Yahweh bringing on the flood after the horrors of man's wickedness and the Nephilim crimes against humanity reach the gates of heaven. But this isn't the only flood narrative we have from the ancient world. In this episode, Jeff & Shelby discuss other flood narratives from the ancient Mesopotamian world including the story of Gilgamesh and Atrahasis. Sources: Merriam Webster Dictionary: Polemic The Lost World of the Flood by Tremper Longman III & John H. Walton How to Tell a True War Story by Tim O'Brien FaithLife Study Bible: Exodus & Large Numbers Mark Ronan Gilgamesh Overview - MarkRonan.com Grand Valley State University Atrahasis summary. Scripture References: Deuteronomy 7: 1&7 Genesis 6: 5-22 Genesis 8: 20-22 Genesis 9: 12-17 Genesis 2:10 Music in this episode: David Celeste - Sphinx - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com (http://www.epidemicsound.com) David Celeste - Shrines - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com (http://www.epidemicsound.com) Gavin Luke - Spirits of Machu Picchu - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com (http://www.epidemicsound.com) Hampus Naeselius - Remembering a Heartbeat - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com (http://www.epidemicsound.com) Hampus Naeselius - I See You - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com (http://www.epidemicsound.com) John Abbot - A March Across the Ancient Land - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com (http://www.epidemicsound.com) Hampus Naeselius - The Misty Mountains - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com (http://www.epidemicsound.com) David Celeste - The Seeds We Sow - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com (http://www.epidemicsound.com) Sound Effects in this episode: SFX Producer - Boots Walk - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com (http://www.epidemicsound.com) SFX Producer - Fight Grunt 1 - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com (http://www.epidemicsound.com) SFX Producer - Fight Grunt 4 - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com (http://www.epidemicsound.com) SFX Producer - Fight Grunt 5 - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com (http://www.epidemicsound.com) SFX Producer - Bull Breaths 9 - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com (http://www.epidemicsound.com) SFX Producer - Bull Bellows 24 - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com (http://www.epidemicsound.com) SFX Producer - Horse Gallup - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com (http://www.epidemicsound.com) SFX Producer - Large Stormy Waves Crashing on a Pebble Beach - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com (http://www.epidemicsound.com) SFX Producer - Thunder Rumble - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com (http://www.epidemicsound.com) SFX Producer - Bird Chirp 1 - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com (http://www.epidemicsound.com) SFX Producer - Bird Raven Caged - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com (http://www.epidemicsound.com) SFX Producer - Swimming Pool Dive - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com (http://www.epidemicsound.com) SFX Producer - River Forest - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com (http://www.epidemicsound.com) SFX Producer - Restaurant Crowd - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com (http://www.epidemicsound.com) SFX Producer - Forest Rain 1 - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com (http://www.epidemicsound.com) SFX Producer - Hammer Hit Nail 2 - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com (http://www.epidemicsound.com) SFX Producer - Bedroom Door Slam - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com (http://www.epidemicsound.com)

10. 

    30 May 2024

    Ep. 5 - The Nephilim, Gilgamesh, & Other Giant Tales

    What we read in scripture about the Nephilim is backed by many ancient texts and legends including 1 Enoch, found among the dead sea scrolls and quoted by biblical authors, the Epic of Gilgamesh, and the legends of the giants in Babylonian culture. Jeff & Shel examine these stories against scripture to gain a deeper understanding of what happened in Genesis 6, the conquests of Joshua, the transfiguration event, and more. Book References: Giants, the Sons of the Gods by Doug Van Dorn Scripture & Extra Biblical References: Genesis 6:1-4 1 Enoch 6: 1-8 1 Enoch 7, 8 & 10 Genesis 6: 1-4 & 5 Deuteronomy 3:11 Numbers 13: 21-22 Deuteronomy 2: 10-11, 20-21, & 23 Joshua 11: 21-22 Matthew 16: 13-18 2 Peter 2: 4-5 & 10 Jude 6-7, & 14 1 Enoch 15 Music in this episode: Bonnie Grace - Awaken the Immortals - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com (http://www.epidemicsound.com) Hampus Naeselius - Behind the Moon - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com (http://www.epidemicsound.com) Deskant - Black Bullet - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com (http://www.epidemicsound.com) Giants - Trevor Kowalski - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com (http://www.epidemicsound.com) Hampus Naeselius - I See You - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com (http://www.epidemicsound.com) Eden Avery - The Lost City Chooses Who May See - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com (http://www.epidemicsound.com) Dream Cave - Narrow Escape - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com (http://www.epidemicsound.com) August Wilhelmsson - Felecia's Secret - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com (http://www.epidemicsound.com)

11. 

    30 Apr 2024

    Ep. 4 - Who are the Sons of God? Part 2

    Jeff & Shelby take what was learned about the sons of God in the Old Testament and marry that understanding to the extrabiblical texts and New Testament passages that speak of the children of God. The sons of God in both testaments are Yahweh's family but who specifically is in reference shifts. Who are the sons of God? Tune in to part 2 to find out! References: Plato's Critias 1 Enoch 6, 7, & 10 Jude 6-7, & 14 2 Peter 2: 4-10 Luke 20:36 Romans 8: 14-23 & 29-30 Psalm 8:4-5 1 Corinthians 6:3 2 Corinthians 3:18 1 John 3:1-2 2 Peter 1:3-4 1 Corinthians 15:44-54 1 Thessalonians 3:1-3 Colossians 1: 10-15 Galatians 4:7 Music in this episode: Chaxti - Strange Fantasy - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com (http://www.epidemicsound.com) Piper Ezz - Across the Barricades - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com (http://www.epidemicsound.com) Piper Ezz - Cut Myself Off - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com (http://www.epidemicsound.com) Spectacles Wallet & Watch - No More Fun - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com (http://www.epidemicsound.com) Spectacles Wallet & Watch - Beautifully Strange - No More Fun - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com (http://www.epidemicsound.com)

12. 

    29 Mar 2024

    Ep 3 - Who are the Sons of God? Part 1

    Jeff & Shelby discuss theories about the identity of the sons of God in its Old Testament usage. Are they human rulers? Are they descendants of Seth? Or are they divine beings on Yahweh's heavenly court? The way this phrase is used throughout Old Testament scripture is sifted through to see what can be deduced directly from the text. This is part 1 of a 2 part series where the phrase will be explored in its New Testament usage. Scripture References: Genesis 6:1-4 Deuteronomy 32: 8-9 Job 1: 6-7 Job 2: 1-2 Job 38: 4-7 Psalm 29:1 Psalm 82 Psalm 89:5-7 Book References: 1 Enoch 6 Giants: Sons of the Gods by Doug Van Dorn Music in this episode: ELFL - Heart Beam - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com (http://www.epidemicsound.com) ELFL - My Life in Motion - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com (http://www.epidemicsound.com) ELFL - Pink Pulsar - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com (http://www.epidemicsound.com)

13. 

    29 Feb 2024

    Ep 2 - Reclaiming the Nations

    Jeff & Shelby discuss the disinheritance of the nations by Yahweh at the tower of Babel, the ultimate plan to bring them all back, how this plan threads through scripture, and the Day of Pentecost as the reversal of Babel. Jesus' ministry and that of his disciples begins the reclamation of the 70 nations dispersed at Babel back to Yahweh, and it's a mission we are still continuing today. Scripture References: Genesis 11: 1-9 Deuteronomy 32: 8-9 Numbers 11: 10-17, 24-25, & 29 Joel 2: 28-32 Isaiah 66: 18-23 Acts 2: 1-6, 14-21, & 38-39 Galatians 3: 26-29 Book References: Unseen Realm by Dr. Michael Michael S. Heiser Reversing Hermon by Dr. Michael S. Heiser United with Christ by Rankin Wilbourne Music in this episode: Silver Maple - Particle Emission - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com (http://www.epidemicsound.com) Sage Oursler - Sinister Passage - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com (http://www.epidemicsound.com) ELFL - Last Odyssey - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com (http://www.epidemicsound.com) Dream Cave - Seven Truths Be Told - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com (http://www.epidemicsound.com) Guy Copeland - Attacus Atlas - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com (http://www.epidemicsound.com) Lupus Nocte - Crispy Days - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com (http://www.epidemicsound.com) The Big Let Down - Night Light Speed - Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com (http://www.epidemicsound.com)

14. 

    29 Jan 2024

    Ep 1 - Introduction with Jeff & Shelby

    Today, you will hear Jeff & Shelby introduce themselves. Why did they start a podcast? What got them into the stranger side of scripture? What types of conversations will they have as this podcast progresses? New episodes release at the end of each month. Follow along @strangelybiblical on Facebook and Instagram.

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