Bowl of Rice and the Bible
Welcome to "Bowl of Rice and the Bible: A Christian Podcast with an Asian Twist"!
Explore the depths of the Bible through the unique perspective of Asian heritage and culture with Wesley and Lou Ann. Delve into a wide array of topics, from fundamental Christian theology to personal faith journeys, all viewed through the prism of their Asian roots.
Join the dynamic duo as they share personal stories, insights, and wisdom garnered from their experiences as Asian Christians. Discover how this distinct viewpoint can enrich and deepen our comprehension of the Bible.
Whether you're a seasoned Christian or a newcomer to the faith, "Bowl of Rice and the Bible" offers spiritual nourishment and soulful insights. Subscribe now to partake in the enriching conversation!
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Episodes
34 episodes
Gratitude & Grace: A Biblical Perspective on Thanksgiving and Cultural Fusion
🍚📖 Bowl of Rice and the Bible Podcast - Episode 33Embark on a spiritual and culinary journey with Wesley and Lou Ann in this week's Bowl of Rice and the Bible episode. Join us as we explore the divine connection between gratitude,...
Unveiling Jezebel: The Wicked Woman of Biblical History
In this riveting episode of "Bowl of Rice and the Bible," we unearth the dramatic tale of Jezebel, the wicked woman of biblical history, and the lasting lessons we can draw from her life. Join us as we explore the dark legacy of Jezebel, whose ...
Samson and Delilah: A Tragic Tale of Temptation and Consequences Part 2
In this episode of "The Bowl of Rice and the Bible," part of our intriguing mini-series, "Wicked People of the Bible," we delve deep into the tragic story of Samson and Delilah, exploring the consequences of unguarded hearts and the allure of s...
Samson and Delilah: A Tragic Tale of Temptation and Consequences Part 1
In this episode of "The Bowl of Rice and the Bible," part of our intriguing mini-series, "Wicked People of the Bible," we delve deep into the tragic story of Samson and Delilah, exploring the consequences of unguarded hearts and the allure of s...
Pharaoh's Hard Heart: The Plagues of Egypt
Welcome to the Bowl of Rice and the Bible podcast. In this episode, we're talking about the plagues of Egypt, one of the most famous stories in the Bible. But why are the plagues of Egypt important? What can we learn from them today?<...
The Story of Cain: A Warning Against Jealousy and Anger
In this episode, we're going to be talking about the story of Cain and Abel from the book of Genesis. This story is a warning against jealousy and anger, and it shows the consequences of these sins.Three Important Points:Cai...
Peter's Vision of Clean and Unclean Food: A Sign of God's New Plan for Salvation
In this episode, we're going to be talking about a story from the book of Acts where Peter has a vision from God that leads him to go to the house of a Gentile named Cornelius. This was a significant moment in the early church because it showed...
How Jesus Defeated the Devil in the Wilderness
After Jesus was baptized by John the Baptist, he was led by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted by the devil for forty days. The devil tempted Jesus in three ways:He tempted Jesus to turn stones into bread to satisfy his hu...
God's Provision in Unexpected Ways: The Story of Elijah
In this episode, we're going to be talking about the story of Elijah in 1 Kings 17:1-6. This is a story about how God provided for Elijah during a time of drought.We'll start by talking about the context of the story. Elijah was a prophe...
The Last Supper: A Reminder of Jesus' Sacrifice and Our Connection to Him
In this episode, we explore the Last Supper, which was Jesus' final meal with His disciples before His arrest and crucifixion. We discuss the significance of the Last Supper, including the institution of the Lord's Supper or Communion, and how ...
The Passover: A Story of Deliverance and Redemption
In this episode of the podcast, we explore the story of the Passover, a Jewish festival celebrating the Exodus from Egypt and the Israelites' freedom from slavery to the Egyptians. We'll discuss the origins of the Passover, the significance of ...
God's Provision: From Manna in the Wilderness to Jesus Christ
The Israelites were complaining about what would happen in the future, and they even distorted the events of the past. They were so focused on their problems that they forgot to trust in God. But God showed them His faithfulness by providing fo...
A Tale of Birthright, and Betrayal over a Bowl of Stew
In this episode, we explore the story of Jacob and Esau, the twin sons of Isaac and Rebekah. Esau was the firstborn, but Jacob was the one who received the birthright. This led to conflict between the two brothers, and eventually to Esau sellin...
The Forbidden Fruit: What Was It Really?
The Forbidden Fruit: A Deep Dive into the Meaning of the Bible's Most Famous SymbolIn this episode, we discuss the forbidden fruit from the Garden of Eden. We'll explore the following topics:What was the forbidden f...
Season Two Preview
We're back for season 2 of our podcast! This time, we'll be discussing three main topics:Food moments in the Bible: From the forbidden fruit in the Garden of Eden to the Last Supper, food plays a significant role in th...
Christmas Traditions and Charlie Brown
We can't believe it's that time of the year again, Christmastime. We will share our Christmas traditions growing up in Hong Kong and the Philippines. Lou Ann also talked about her favorite Christmas show.
A Thankful Samaritan
This is our post-Thanksgiving episode where we talked about Luke 17:11-19, the story about the ten lepers. Just like before, we will recap the scripture; you can go back and read it later. We will also share our main takeaways from it and...
The Parable of the House Owner
This is the last installment of our mini-series about the parables of the Kingdom. In this episode of Bowl of Rice and the Bible, we talked about Matthew 13:51-52, where Jesus told the parable of the fishing net. Just like before, we will...
The Parable of the Fishing Net
In this episode of Bowl of Rice and the Bible, we talked about Matthew 13:47-50, where Jesus told the parable of the fishing net. Just like before, we will do a recap of the scripture; you can go back and read it later. We will also share...
The Parable of the Hidden Treasure and the Pearl
In this episode of Bowl of Rice and the Bible, we talked about Matthew 13:44-46, where Jesus told the parable of the hidden treasure and the pearl. Just like before, we will do a recap of the scripture; you can go back and read it later. ...
The Parable of the Mustard Seed and the Yeast
In this episode of Bowl of Rice and the Bible, we talked about Matthew 13:31-34, where Jesus told the parable of the mustard seed and the yeast. Just like before, we will do a recap of the scripture; you can go back and read it later. We ...
Don't be the Weed! Parable of the Weeds
In this episode of Bowl of Rice and the Bible, we talked about Matthew 13:26-30; 36-43, where Jesus told the parable of the weeds and its explanation. Just like before, we will do a recap of the scripture; you can go back and read it late...
What Type of Soil Are You? The Parable of the Sower
In this episode of Bowl of Rice and the Bible, we talked about Matthew 13:1-23, where Jesus told the parable of the Sower. Just like before, we will do a recap of the scripture; you can go back and read it later. We will also share our ma...
Jesus Made Breakfast
In this episode of Bowl of Rice and the Bible, we talked about John 21:1-14 where Jesus made breakfast for the disciples. Just like before, we will do a recap of the scripture; you can go back and read it later. We will also share our main take...
Go to the Pig Pen - The Parable of the Prodigal Son
In this episode, we discussed a famous parable, the prodigal son, from Luke 15:11-31. We discussed this story's three main characters: the father, the older son, and the younger son. Just like before, we will do a recap of the scripture; ...