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#283 - The Bible Was Written to Be Heard: Why Stories Matter with Shannon Popkin

February 16, 2026 • Veronica

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This week on the podcast, we explore why the Bible is filled with stories and how those stories function as powerful teaching tools. In an ancient, oral culture, stories weren’t just entertainment — they were carefully crafted containers of truth meant to be remembered, repeated, and lived out. Rather than simply telling lessons, biblical narratives show us who God is by inviting us into real human experiences where He actively engages the story. When we read Scripture this way, we begin to see how God teaches through relationships, choices, and consequences. These same stories then become bridges we can use to connect with others and share our faith in meaningful, relatable ways.

About Shannon (from her website): I’m Shannon Popkin. I’m a wife and mom, author and speaker. From the platform, page, or podcast mic, I’m inviting you to open your Bible with me, drink deeply of the Story, and live like it’s true.

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Shannon Popkin | Inviting you to live like God's Word is true.

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Music: Tabuk by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4453-tabukLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/