{"podcast":{"title":"Modern Mind, Ancient Book","slug":"modern-mind-ancient-book-4095676","podcast_index_feed_id":4095676,"rss_url":"https://api.riverside.com/hosting/1x8tH5Ol.rss","website_url":"https://modernmindancientbook.buzzsprout.com/","image_url":"https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/imports/podcasts/eba3ebd2-9258-4626-9e4d-68bd88eee36f/u779xrk3uzjk800uwu3gr0mvvs6c.jpg","author":"Roger Ferguson, Host and Biblical Scholar","episode_count":176,"summary":"Modern Mind, Ancient Book helps curious people understand Scripture in its ancient Jewish and historical world so they can know Jesus and walk His Way. Interesting ideas. Ancient stories. Better questions. Start with short discoveries. Explore real human questions through Scripture, covenant wisdom, and Jewish context. Study whole biblical books through careful, book-by-book teaching. Along the way, we distinguish what the text says from historical background, interpretation, and application. For seekers, new believers, longtime students, and anyone who senses there is more depth and coherence in the Bible than they were taught. Topics include Bible study, the Jewish context of Jesus, biblical history, Torah, Prophets and Writings, Christian discipleship, topical teaching, and book studies. Find the Way—Meet Rabbi Jesus. Walk the Way — Modern Mind, Ancient Book. New teaching weekly. https://modernmindancientbook.org","last_synced_at":"2026-09-10T06:20:40.361315+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/modern-mind-ancient-book-4095676"},"episode":{"title":"7 of 7 Walk the Way — Honoring the Sabbath | Trusting God Enough to Rest","slug":"7-of-7-walk-the-way-honoring-the-sabbath-trusting-god-enough-to-rest","published_at":"2026-07-24T22:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/modern-mind-ancient-book-4095676/7-of-7-walk-the-way-honoring-the-sabbath-trusting-god-enough-to-rest","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/modern-mind-ancient-book-4095676","url":"https://api.riverside.com/hosting-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.mp3","audio_url":"https://api.riverside.com/hosting-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.mp3","summary":"Send us Fan Mail What if one of the greatest acts of faith is simply stopping? Many Christians understand prayer, worship, and Bible study as essential parts of following Jesus, yet the Sabbath often remains one of Scripture’s least understood gifts. Is it merely an Old Testament law, or does it still reveal something vital about God’s design for His people? In this concluding episode of the Walk the Way series, we explore the Sabbath as a weekly invitation to trust God rather than our own striving. Beginning in creation, continuing through Israel’s redemption from Egypt, and fulfilled in Jesus Christ, the Sabbath reveals God’s desire to shape His people through rhythms of remembrance, worship, rest, and dependence. Together we examine Genesis 2, Exodus 20, Deuteronomy 5, the teachings of Jesus in Mark 2 and Matthew 11, the Jerusalem Council in Acts 15, Paul’s instructions in Romans 14 and Colossians 2, and the promise of God’s rest in Hebrews 4. Rather than treating these passages as isolated debates, this episode follows the larger biblical story that points consistently to Jesus—the Lord of the Sabbath. This study encourages listeners to approach disputed passages with humility while recognizing that obedience grows from grace, not from earning salvation. The Sabbath becomes an act of trust that reminds believers God is Creator, Redeemer, Provider, and King. Whether you have never considered keeping a Sabbath or have wrestled with questions about biblical rest for years, this episode offers a Scripture-first exploration designed to help you walk faithfully with Jesus. Join us as we conclude Walk the Way by discovering why learning to stop may be one of the clearest expressions of trusting the Lord. The final episode of Walk the Way asks a simple but searching questi…","meta_description":"Send us Fan Mail What if one of the greatest acts of faith is simply stopping? 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