Knights Around The Table – October 2025
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Deep Dive Into Scripture – Ep 47 – Gen 37 – Jacob the “Jerk”
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This time, Fr. John and Danny examine Jacob’s deeply flawed character, highlighting his favoritism toward Rachel and her sons, especially Joseph, which fueled family conflict and betrayal. Despite his selfishness, deceit, and inability to love Leah or respect her children, God still chose Jacob, revealing the mystery of divine grace. We are reminded that God is truly “the God of the jerks,” extending mercy to broken people like Jacob—and like us.
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Deep Dive Into Scripture – Ep 46 – Gen 29-31 – Jacob’s Wives
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In this podcast, Fr. John and Danny explore the complex family drama of Jacob, his marriages to Leah and Rachel, and the rivalry that ensued. Rachel, though loved and beautiful, struggled with barrenness and discontent, while Leah, unloved and humiliated, ultimately turned her heart toward God, naming her son Judah in praise. In their discussion, they highlight how brokenness, favoritism, and idolatry marked Jacob’s household, yet God’s grace worked through it, showing that true fulfillment comes from Him rather than human desires.
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Deep Dive Into Scripture – Ep 45 – Gen 24-26 – Jacob or Esau? Take Your Pick!
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Fr. John and Danny examine the story of Jacob and Esau in Genesis 25, where the twins’ struggle before birth foreshadows their lifelong conflict. Esau is portrayed as earthy and impulsive, while Jacob is cunning and deceitful, yet God mysteriously chooses Jacob despite his flaws. The narrative highlights the tension between human character and divine predestination, reminding us that God’s choices often defy human expectations.
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Deep Dive Into Scripture – Ep 44 – Gen 24 – Isaac the Fortunate
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In our podcast this time, Fr. John and Danny reflect on Isaac’s life, portraying him as a fortunate patriarch who experienced prosperity, longevity, and love with Rebekah. Though his story lacks dramatic accomplishments, Isaac’s role was crucial in carrying forward God’s covenant promises, emphasizing relationship and blessing over worldly achievements. His ordinary yet faithful life reminds us that even seemingly uneventful lives can play a vital part in God’s larger plan.
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Deep Dive Into Scripture – Ep 43 – Gen 24-26 – Key Abrahamic Motifs – Trees
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In our “Deep Dive” this time, Fr. John and Danny explore the recurring motif of trees in the stories of Abraham and the Patriarchs, where sacred groves, altars, and standing stones became places of worship and covenant. Though these practices resembled pagan rituals in form, they were fundamentally different in meaning, rooted in relationship with YHWH rather than magic. The symbolism of trees connects worship back to Eden, reminding us that God’s covenantal presence transforms familiar cultural symbols into expressions of divine grace.
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Deep Dive Into Scripture – Ep 42 – Gen 18 – Key Abrahamic Motifs – Theophany Encounters
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In this podcast, Fr. John and Danny explore the theme of theophany in Genesis, where God appears to the Patriarchs in human form or voice. These encounters, though mysterious and ambiguous, reveal both God’s transcendence and His intimate involvement in history, shaping the faith of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. These stories remind us that true biblical faith is grounded in real encounters with God, not distant abstractions or mere moral ideals.
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Deep Dive Into Scripture – Ep 41 – Gen 12,14,18 – Key Abrahamic Motifs – The Nations
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This time, Fr. John and Danny reflect on the biblical theme of greatness, showing how humanity’s longing for fame stems from being made in God’s image. While Babel and the Nephilim sought renown through human effort, God promised Abraham true greatness rooted in covenant and divine relationship. They emphasize that lasting fame is found not in earthly glory but in belonging to God, whose recognition endures beyond time.
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Deep Dive Into Scripture – Ep 40 – Gen 12,14,18 – Key Abrahamic Motifs – Greatness
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In this “Deep Dive” podcast, Fr. John and Danny explore the motif of nations in Genesis, beginning with Babel’s fragmentation and God’s later promise to make Abraham a great nation. Abraham’s military victory, his encounter with Melchizedek, and his intercession for Sodom all illustrate how God’s covenant purpose was to bless the nations through him. The narrative emphasizes that while national identity is essential to human life, God ultimately intends to unite diverse peoples in His kingdom.
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