Something To Gnaw On

29/06/2024

This summer I had every intention of continuing production on a delayed schedule.... but haven’t been able to keep up with my intended plan.

This summer has thrown me some curve balls and at this moment I can’t tell you when the next episode will drop...... but I want to assure you that there is more to come...... it will just be a few weeks still. (Believe it or not, There’s still a lot to talk about with regard to AHAZ and Isaiah😀😀)

Blessings
Nate

07/06/2024

There was a 4 part message from God to King Ahaz: Be Careful, Be Quiet, Don't Fear, and Don't lose heart. In the past two episodes we covered "Be Careful" and addressed the fear and losing heart issues. This episode tackles the "Be Quiet Statement". Quite possibly one of the most difficult things for us humanoid's to do!!!

This episode starts in Alaska, jumps back in time to Joshua and Jericho, bypasses Isaiah 7 to hit a verse or two in James, at which point in time we will be ready to hit Isaiah 7:4.

Enjoy & God Bless!!!🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻😁😁😁

There was a 4 part message from God to King Ahaz:  Be Careful, Be Quiet, Don't Fear, and Don't lose heart.    In the past two episodes we covered "Be Careful" and addressed the fear and losing heart issues.     This e...

31/05/2024

Here is part two of my conversation with Daniel Moore of the Connecting the Gap podcast😁😁. Enjoy!!!!

Next week we’ll be back in Isaiah 7😁😁😁

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24/05/2024

It’s a bit late today, but it’s up nonetheless 😁😁😁

I trust you’ll find this encouraging and challenging!!!

this episode is a continuation of Part 4, and is a deeper dive into what it means to

17/05/2024

No episode this week on Isaiah and Aghaz.......but ......... check this interview out!!!!

Let us know how this Episode helped you here!

Christian headlines reports that the best-selling book in 2023 was the Bible, but you likely won’t find it on any best-seller lists. The reasons for that vary, but according to The New Yorker, the Bible is quote “the best-selling book of the year, every year.” In 2006, per the New Yorker, the amount spent annually on Bibles has been put at more than half a billion dollars. According to Guinness World Records, the Bible is the best-selling book of all time.

George Barna says 88% of Americans own a Bible, and most own multiple copies. While that’s impressive and even encouraging, the big question is whether Americans who own a Bible actually read it, and more importantly do they believe it and live according to its teachings?

With over 5 billion copies sold, the Bible remains earth’s most-read book. But the world in which we read and engage with the Bible is rapidly changing.

Do you read it? Do you retain it? Is this really an important enough question to ask?

For the next two episodes we sit down with Nate Vianio, the host of Something to Gnaw on Podcast, and we talk about the relevance of God's Word for today. Should you study it and hold close the scriptures to your heart?

Joshua 1:8 says, "Keep this Book of the Law always on your lips; meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do everything written in it. Then you will be prosperous and successful."

Do you believe that?

You can visit our website at www.connectingthegap.net for everything about our ministry. Also be sure to visit our sponsors website at wearewarriorsapparel.com. Check out our merch shop and help keep this ministry going!

We pray you have a blessed week!

Studies mentioned in this episode:
https://bttbfiles.com/web/docs/cbe/Research_Synthesis_Bible_Engagement_and_Spiritual_Growth_Aug2012.pdf
https://bttbfiles.com/web/docs/cbe/Scientific_Evidence_for_the_Power_of_4.pdf

Nate's episodes to check out:
Tithing Your Time
Death To Pepe'

Something To Gnaw On

10/05/2024

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If you have a short attention span, or limited time to dig into a bible study, this might be the devotional podcast for you. The goal is simple: to offer a concise study of the Bible (the target timeframe is 15 minutes) in such a way that people t...

03/05/2024

Part 4 of the “Scenic Route Through the Book of Isaiah” will post next Friday. Catch you then! God Bless!!!

26/04/2024

This episode will have a different presentation to it.... it will still have the parable style story, but we’re going to go through this story on AHAZ in a verse by verse commentary style. (And we’re only covering3 verses today😁😁😁)

I’m excited to see what God speaks to people through this series ..... today the message addresses our simple obedience in taking Gods message to those who need it most, but seemingly deserve it least.

Be blessed!!!!

This episode will have a different presentation to it....   it will still have the parable style story, but we’re going to go through this story on AHAZ in a verse by verse commentary style.      I’m excited to see what God spe...

19/04/2024

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This week is just a quick update on some happenings with the study and the podcast.   Next week we'll pick up with King Ahaz and ....... good details on this episode, please take a listen and stay up to speed on podcast events and processes.G...

18/04/2024

I never knew!!! Great read....... 😁😁😁

An urgent choice confronts Yale: whether to continue in its present drift toward rebellion or to return to the foundation on which the college began and grew. The choice in short is: revival or rebellion. Yale’s amazing history is proof enough that the present course can be changed. Today the aver...

12/04/2024

I think you’ll find this episode worth the wait!!!!

This episode is the first of a few episodes that involve on of Israel's most notoriously evil kings, and his interaction with Gods man..... Isaiah. If ever there was a wicked man in leadership, this guy would be on the top of the list. But that's not the story.

The story here is not that it would be easy for anyone to dismiss him and throw him under the proverbial moral bus, .... no, the story is that a Holy and Loving God deals with Ahaz in an incredibly calculated and merciful manner, without diminishing the necessity and use of judgment. That is the story!

This is the story of a step by step encounter with God, and ultimately I wish Ahaz had responded better, but it certainly highlights a just God. All that being said, this first episode on Ahaz is simply a background study on his kingdom, and the general moral climate in Judah and Jerusalem. Call this 'the set-up'!

Without question, there are a few challenges this episode, but we will really get into some good stuff next week, the nitty gritty back and forth between Ahaz - Isaiah - and The Almighty.

If you want to read ahead for next week, check out Isaiah 7, 2 Kings 16, & 2 Chronicles 28.

Enjoy! Be challenged!! And get into the word for yourself!!!

"""Get into the Word, and let the Word get into you!"""

This episode is the first of a few episodes that involve on of Israel's most notoriously evil kings, and his interaction with Gods man..... Isaiah.  If ever there was a wicked man in leadership, this guy would be on the top of the list. ...

07/04/2024

If you use “YouVersion”..... have you ever noticed that you can read parallel versions? See pics😁😁 (you will need your phone sideways to see these options). Enjoy😊😊😊

05/04/2024

Ladies & Gents...
This weeks episode will be delayed a couple of days.... my apologies!!!

29/03/2024

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After spending weeks on the "Crash Course Through The Old Testament" it's time to take the 'scenic-route' and spend a little time digging into the book of Isaiah. This will not be a verse by verse, deep dive into the book... it will be more of a drive-by bible study that tackles some of the more major themes that weave their way through the book.

This episode begins by looking at the relationships, and settings that Isaiah is ministering from. Chapter 1 begins by identifying the kings that Isaiah served under, and so we will begin looking at them to get an idea on what's going on in the kingdom during Isaiah's ministry. (and one fun element in this episode will be the time we spend digging into some archaeological details that really cause part of this story to come to life!)

We will also dig into some of the minor prophets and see how they are interconnected. And, as always, there will be some solid application that I believe will challenge everyone who takes the time to listen in.... I thoroughly believe it will be a blessing to you!!!

Blessings
Nate

25/03/2024

March 23rd was the Festival of Purim..... if you have never heard of it’s origin, (or need a refresher course on the subject).... I think you’ll find this fascinating and encouraging!!!

I could not resist!   I needed to take a bit more time with this book.  Did you know that there was a connection between the Book of Esther and World War 2?  I will say it suprised me, but the connection (if you were unaware, like m...

23/03/2024

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I have wanted to re-air this episode for a while. It is both fun, and has a solid message. Listen in and enjoy an episode that tackles our human tendency to delay action when presented with truth. And the characters in this episode is yours truly, as an 8th grade punk, and a guy from John 3 by the name of Nicodemus.

(Next week I anticipate getting back into the sub-series from A Crash Course Through The Old Testament called "The Scenic Route Through The Book Of Isaiah". I will be hitting on some of the major themes throughout the book.... and I am not sure if I should be suprised at how timely it is in our culture, but I am pretty sure you will find it that way also!!!

In the mean time, enjoy 'My Life As A Jerk'

I have wanted to re-air this episode for a while.  It is both fun, and has a solid message.  Listen in and enjoy an episode that tackles our human tendency to delay action when presented with truth.  And the characters in this episo...

22/03/2024

Today’s episode will be delayed..... will let you know when it posts. Sorry 😐

15/03/2024

It appears buzzsprout/ somethingtognawon.com is working ok...... please advise if you run into trouble with it.... thank you 🙏🏻

If you have a short attention span, or limited time to dig into a bible study, this might be the devotional podcast for you. The goal is simple: to of…

15/03/2024

If you listen on buzzsprout (AKA the STGO website) usually, I have them working on getting it fixed.... thank you for your patience...... it’s a good episode!!!!!!

15/03/2024

If you are having trouble listening to this episode on any platform, please message me immediately. ( this episode has been difficult to get posted.... roadblocks and hurdles at every turn!!! Opposition at every turn or just average tech issues?). Whatevs the case may be, let me know if any platforms ..... buzzsprout might have some issues this morning...... praying!!

15/03/2024

Backstory: two days before this episode posted, I had NOTHING ready! I had plenty in my head, but nothing on paper. That night in church I sensed God saying ‘let’s do something different. Instead of something scripted, it’s time to shoot from the hip and just talk about what I have seen, what I have heard, and what I have experienced over the last few years at James River Church.’ ( disclaimer: I’m just an average member, not staff member, and I share this if my own volition).

So this is what this is about..... a testimony of sorts...... on short notice.

I thought I would be able to just share... But it broke me as I relived just a FEW of the things that have happened over the last couple of years. It wrecked me.... so please forgive my pauses and my tears, but in the process I pray that this episode will ignite your faith in our God and Father who is mightily at work!!!

God Bless
N8

Backstory:  two days before this episode posted, I had NOTHING ready!   I had plenty in my head, but nothing on paper.   That night in church I sensed God saying ‘let’s do something different.  Instead of something scripted, it...

10/03/2024

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My Apologies..... I posted this on friday (Like Usual), but forgot to post the link...... I trust that you will be blessed by the wrap up on the conversation on Ezekiel... AND A HUGE THANK YOU!!! TO LUKE TAYLOR FOR TAKING THE TIME TO TALK ABOUT ALL THINGS EZEKIEL!!!! ENJOY & BE BLESSED!!!!

Last week was the most brutal of cliff-hangers since the "Lost" series on TV!  LOL!!   Listen in as Luke Taylor and I wrap up our conversation on Ezekeil, and for Luke's answer to the cliff-hanger question!   Listen in, Enjoy, ...

01/03/2024

My conversation with Luke Taylor, regarding the book of Ezekiel, continues. As has been the case with this "crash course" series, this is a fast paced run through the book. And amid the judgment that stereotype these books, you will find hope and redemption, and we hit on that today. Listen in and enjoy!!!

My conversation with Luke Taylor continues on this episode.  Luke has a podcast called Cross-References, and he has about 50 episodes specifically on the book of Ezekiel.   As has been the case with this entire series, we will be mo...

01/03/2024

Fired Up!!! here's something to gnaw on!!!

26/02/2024

‘it’s only 2’ vs ‘it’s 2!’ 🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻

Praising God for the increase and reach, and the ‘share’!!!!

Greetings India!!! May God Richly Bless You!!! (and speak to you through this podcast🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻😁😁😁

23/02/2024

Soooooooo, the opportunity presented itself to have a conversation with Luke Taylor about the Book of Ezekiel..... and I jumped all over it. Luke has a podcast called Cross-References, and he has about 50 episodes specifically on the book of Ezekiel. So this week we are going to abandon the study in Isaiah, skip over Jeremiah and Lamentations, and dive into a conversation about Ezekiel.

Listen in and enjoy the conversation!

Soooooooo, the opportunity presented itself to have a conversation with Luke Taylor about the Book of Ezekiel..... and I jumped all over it.  Luke has a podcast called Cross-References, and he has about 50 episodes specifically on the book of...

16/02/2024

In a crash course throught the Old Testament, I had the totally misguided idea that in the same way that I busted through some of the other books, that I could do the same with the Prophets, and Isaiah.

Well folks...... I can't tell you right now how many episodes I'll be doing in this book, but this crash course is slowing down to the speed of a slow-motion train wreck as we dig in to what some call the 5th Gospel, or the Mini-Bible.

This book is packed with so much.... I will probably still do it a disservice with the speed at which I run through it, but as is always my goal, I hope it spurs you on to dig in further for yourself!

Enjoy, and be blessed!!

In a crash course throught the Old Testament, I had the totally misguided idea that in the same way that I busted through some of the other books, that I could do the same with the Prophets, and Isaiah.Well folks...... I can't tell you right now h...

08/02/2024

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02/02/2024

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