Testaments of The Word: Recent Episodes
Michelle OCallaghan
Welcome to Testaments of The Word, the podcast that tells the story of how testaments of The Word of God were written and preserved for all of us. This podcast will consist of seven seasons. Each season will consist of seven episodes. Once a season begins, episodes will be released weekly.
Testaments of The Word is not a documentary. It is told in narrative, as a dramatic production. It is told in the first-person through the eyes of Mary. Mary, our main character, was a follower of Jesus, a relative of Jesus and the mother of two of the apostles. She was the only woman in the four gospels that is also mentioned in the Acts of the Apostles. She was with Jesus at the beginning of his ministry and she was with him at the end. She was one of the women present at His crucifixion and she was one of the women who helped prepare his body for burial. This podcast will shine a light on Mary, a woman who has not been given the credit she deserves.
Testaments of The Word is a Christian dramatization. Jesus is not stripped of his divinity and his miracles are not explained away with modern interpretations that seek to give a logical explanation for the events described in the New Testament. Jesus is not a rebel, or a philosopher. He is the Son of God.
This podcast was written, created by and performed by me, Michelle M. O’Callaghan.
To contact me with any questions, or comments; please email info@testamentsoftheword.com. A website is coming soon. Please follow Testaments of The Word for updates on new episodes and more.
Thank you for listening & God Bless!
Mary Magdalene fights a very personal battle. Peter makes an announcement that is unsettling for Stephen. Stephen defies Peter and his actions have devastating consequences. The followers of Jesus must make a difficult decision.
James returns. Mary and Halfai receive troubling news from home. The apostles continue to have trouble at the Temple. A new friend tries to help, but things turn out worse than ever before, because of their new enemies. Rhoda and Stephen surprise everyone. Peter makes ugly accusations and tempers flair.
The apostles continue to have trouble at the Temple. Stephen amazes everyone. A new enemy emerges, a group that seeks to silence the apostles. Mary receives news that is difficult to accept. An angel of the Lord comes to the aid of the apostles.
Joseph of Arimathea gives Mary and Joanna much welcome news. Joses surprises and encourages Peter, as well as Mary, Halfai, and the others. Joanna learns details that might help their cause. Rhoda, Mary, Joanna, Martha and Stephen form a plan to force everyone to share all equally. Peter agrees to their plan. He makes certain that all of Jesus's followers understand that all must be shared.
Mary learns that there is division among the followers of Jesus. Peter heals at Beautiful. Mary, Halfai, Peter and John attract attention-the kind they do not want. Stephen reaches out to Mary, Joanna and Halfai. Unwanted attention leads to trouble at the Temple for some of the apostles. Antipas leaves Mary, Chuza, Joanna and Halfai anxious with uncertainty and fear.
Halfai makes an offering at the Temple. Jesus's followers meet at Mary's house to celebrate Shavuot. Their celebration includes a miracle. Peter's words stir many. Joses surprises Mary.
Mary and the others wait for Jesus's promise. They wait to be baptized with the Holy Spirit. Martha shares joyful news. Joses is challenged and given a challenge. Joanna delivers news that worries Mary. Peter surprises everyone. Mary is inspired by the Spirit.
Jesus was a 1st century Jew of Roman Palestine, but many Jews (including the ruling family) traced their ancestors to others. Many were of mixed ancestry. Several clues from the biblical texts are discussed. When these clues are taken together, they lead to one conclusion: Jesus was an Arab.
Throughout history, Mary Magdalene has been identified in many ways. She has been described as a repentant prostitute. She has been canonized as a saint. She has even been called the wife of Jesus. This lecture explores her identity and the possibility that she was His sister.
This lecture is devoted to one of the most important women in the podcast: Joanna. She is the "Sinful woman" of Luke 7:36-50. She is the wife of Chuza, the Steward of Herod Antipas. She and her husband are family members of Jesus. Her love and devotion for Jesus inspired those around her and should inspire us today.
The main character of this podcast, Mary, the "Other Mary" is discussed and identified. She is a mother figure to two gospel authors and the aunt of at least one more. She is a mother figure to two apostles and an aunt of two more. She is also the aunt of Jesus. She is not only one of the most remarkable women in the New Testament, she is one of the most remarkable women in history.
The first of the bonus lectures is devoted to the New Testament. Its legacy, content and diversity are discussed. The authors of the books of the New Testament wrote the Word of God and they were following in the footsteps of those that had come before them.
Season 3 is only weeks away. In the meantime, please listen to the bonus lectures for further insight into the podcast.
Mary and Mary Magdalene witness a miracle. And then He reveals Himself to all of His disciples. But one question still remains unanswered.......
Mary, Halfai, Chuza, Joanna and James attempt to save Jesus. Pilate condemns Him. Jesus's prophecies are realized, but their darkness becomes light when the women see a ray of hope.
Mary, Joanna, Halfai and Chuza try to save Jesus. A pilgrim from Egypt reminds them of the Words of the prophets with a song. Another joins them, one who is very close to Jesus. He speaks of Rachel's weeping. Antipas makes certain that the Words sung by the pilgrim are fulfilled.
Jesus celebrates His Passover Seder with His apostles and disciples. Joanna arrives with terrible news. Jesus is betrayed. Mary and Joanna struggle to remain hopeful.
Joanna has a terrible suspicion. She and Chuza bring good news. Halfai surprises everyone with welcome news too. And so does Martha. Preparations begin for the Passover Seder. John shares terrible prophecies. Mary, Jesus's mother, teaches Mary about the covenants.
Episode 9-His Father's House: Jesus enters Jerusalem. There is trouble at the Temple. Mary and Joanna are reunited with their husbands. The Temple authorities begin to conspire.
Jesus's ministry prepares to enter Jerusalem. Mary, the mother of Jesus, tells a story from Jesus's youth. Jesus heals a woman. He also brings a lost sheep back to salvation.
Welcome to Season 2 of Testaments of the Word. I hope you enjoyed all seven episodes of Season 1. Season 2 will also consist of seven episodes. Testaments of the Word will have a total of seven seasons, each with seven episodes. In this season, Jesus will take His ministry to Jerusalem. The Word of God will be preached and fulfilled. I hope you enjoy listening to Testaments of the Word. If you have any questions or concerns, please email info@testamentsoftheword.com. Thank you for listening & God bless!
Jesus visits his home, Nazareth, with Mary, Peter and Matthew. A grieving mother is given hope. Jesus and His followers are forced to change direction. Their path leads to two Pharisees who believe that Jesus is the One they have been waiting for. Peter, Big James and John witness something magnificent and they hear the voice of God.
Jesus's ministry leaves Galilee. Mary, Joanna, Martha, Susanna, Mary Magdalene and Mary, the mother of Jesus, are among those that accompany Him. They make a new friend who joins His ministry. Jesus gives a special gift to Peter and the fellowship of women give a special gift to Mary.
Episode 5-Mary the Toweress: Salome, Zebedee, Joanna and John Mark arrive in Bethsaida. The mystery of the woman He returned with deepens. Jesus visits Mary and Martha. He surprises them with His requests. They visit His mother and the mysterious woman. Jesus performs a miracle to feed thousands.
Mary, Halfai, Joanna, Chuza and John Mark arrive in Tiberias. Martha is waiting for them with exciting news about their sons. Mary and Halfai travel to Bethsaida to see them. Their sons invite a friend of Jesus, a mysterious man Mary has seen with Jesus and at the Jordan River. Mary makes a pivotal decision that will change her life.
Mary, Joanna, Chuza and Halfai learn that their Lord has a Witness. But they learn this when Antipas persecutes him. They form a plan.
Episode 2: The Heirs Of Abraham. Mary, Joanna and Chuza travel to Antipas. They are stopped by Simon who presents them with a dilemma and a woman in peril. In order to save her, they must put themselves at risk.
Welcome to Testaments of The Word, the podcast that tells the story of how the testaments of The Word of God were preserved for all of us.
Episode 1-Two Debtors: Mary, Martha and Joanna visit John the Baptist seeking the One that Joanna saw weeks before, the One she believes to be the Messiah.