Read the Bible https://imagodei.church/ Imago Dei Church media@imagodei.church Imago Dei Church A resource from Imago Dei Church to help study the Bible and reflect on its impact. A resource from Imago Dei Church to help study the Bible and reflect on its impact. en © 2026 Imago Dei Church no Ep. 26 - Introduction to 1 Kings Crista Jansson, Daniel Jansson <p>DJ and Crista use 1 Kings to help give a general overview of Israel’s history. The historical narrative given in the book reveals the names and events that God chooses to highlight - ultimately revealing that the Lord is the one who writes history and is in control over all things.</p> <p>DJ and Crista use 1 Kings to help give a general overview of Israel’s history. The historical narrative given in the book reveals the names and events that God chooses to highlight - ultimately revealing that the Lord is the one who writes history and is in control over all things.</p> DJ and Crista use 1 Kings to help give a general overview of Israel’s history. The historical narrative given in the book reveals the names and events that God chooses to highlight - ultimately revealing that the Lord is the one who writes history and is in control over all things.

]]> Sat, 01 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2095 1 c3562d3c413ed5e04352f5213ead189b no Episode 25 - Isaiah Reflection Crista Jansson, Joe Garcia <p>Joe Garcia joins Crista Jansson for a special reflection on Isaiah 40:25-31.  As they walk through the passage and model how to study the Bible, the two discuss what God reveals about himself to a people who are weighed down by their tragic circumstances. How do we approach studying prophetic books in the Bible? What comfort does Isaiah 40 give us today for difficult times?</p> <p>Joe Garcia joins Crista Jansson for a special reflection on Isaiah 40:25-31.  As they walk through the passage and model how to study the Bible, the two discuss what God reveals about himself to a people who are weighed down by their tragic circumstances. How do we approach studying prophetic books in the Bible? What comfort does Isaiah 40 give us today for difficult times?</p> Joe Garcia joins Crista Jansson for a special reflection on Isaiah 40:25-31.  As they walk through the passage and model how to study the Bible, the two discuss what God reveals about himself to a people who are weighed down by their tragic circumstances. How do we approach studying prophetic books in the Bible? What comfort does Isaiah 40 give us today for difficult times?

]]> Wed, 01 Oct 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2175 2 2178fd4d8839a5786dae51ae7f9db6dc no Episode 24 - Introduction to Isaiah Crista Jansson, Daniel Jansson, Dave Van Lant <p>DJ and Crista chat with Pastor Dave Van Lant around the book of Isaiah. Considered to be one of the major prophetic books of the Bible, Isaiah ultimately points its readers to the Holy One of Israel. From sovereignty to wrath and grace, there is much to uncover these next two months as we read this book.</p> <p>DJ and Crista chat with Pastor Dave Van Lant around the book of Isaiah. Considered to be one of the major prophetic books of the Bible, Isaiah ultimately points its readers to the Holy One of Israel. From sovereignty to wrath and grace, there is much to uncover these next two months as we read this book.</p> DJ and Crista chat with Pastor Dave Van Lant around the book of Isaiah. Considered to be one of the major prophetic books of the Bible, Isaiah ultimately points its readers to the Holy One of Israel. From sovereignty to wrath and grace, there is much to uncover these next two months as we read this book.

]]> Wed, 03 Sep 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1927 3 60b4dc9d2a2606859488dc5d4c1ae47d no Episode 23 - Introduction to 2 Corinthians w/ Lauren Smart Crista Jansson, Daniel Jansson, Lauren Smart <p>Lauren Smart sits with Dj and Crista in this episode to set the table for what readers can expect as they read through 2 Corinthians. The trio discuss the purpose for this letter’s authorship and what major themes we can glean from its writing - taking on the culture battles of the past and bringing them to today’s American context.</p> <p>Lauren Smart sits with Dj and Crista in this episode to set the table for what readers can expect as they read through 2 Corinthians. The trio discuss the purpose for this letter’s authorship and what major themes we can glean from its writing - taking on the culture battles of the past and bringing them to today’s American context.</p> Lauren Smart sits with Dj and Crista in this episode to set the table for what readers can expect as they read through 2 Corinthians. The trio discuss the purpose for this letter’s authorship and what major themes we can glean from its writing - taking on the culture battles of the past and bringing them to today’s American context.

]]> Fri, 01 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2864 4 e622641e1b75ed3a0d3e0737f32e789a no Episode 22 - Judges Intro w/ Kent Hirano Daniel Jansson, Kent Hirano <p>Welcome to the spiral of darkness. DJ sits down with Kent to chat around the book of Judges (with a sprinkle of Ruth). They discuss the themes of evil, deliverance, and hope. No Philistines were killed with an oxgoad in the making of this podcast.</p> <p>Welcome to the spiral of darkness. DJ sits down with Kent to chat around the book of Judges (with a sprinkle of Ruth). They discuss the themes of evil, deliverance, and hope. No Philistines were killed with an oxgoad in the making of this podcast.</p> Welcome to the spiral of darkness. DJ sits down with Kent to chat around the book of Judges (with a sprinkle of Ruth). They discuss the themes of evil, deliverance, and hope. No Philistines were killed with an oxgoad in the making of this podcast.

]]> Tue, 01 Jul 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2372 5 8bf6359f4d6e8eec7abdb3d77602431e no Episode 21 - Special Episode - Grounded Conversations: Immigration, Faith, and Our Community Daniel Jansson, Emily Garcia, Joe Garcia <p>In this special episode, Pastor DJ sits down with church leaders Emily and Joe Garcia, Memo Parra, and Dave Van Lant to have a heartfelt and honest conversation about the recent immigration raids and protests impacting our city and neighborhoods. With tensions high and emotions deep, this panel offers thoughtful reflection, biblical insight, and practical ways for our church to process what’s happening around us. This is not a performative moment—but a grounded, community-centered response aimed at helping us think, pray, and act with clarity and compassion.</p> <p>In this special episode, Pastor DJ sits down with church leaders Emily and Joe Garcia, Memo Parra, and Dave Van Lant to have a heartfelt and honest conversation about the recent immigration raids and protests impacting our city and neighborhoods. With tensions high and emotions deep, this panel offers thoughtful reflection, biblical insight, and practical ways for our church to process what’s happening around us. This is not a performative moment—but a grounded, community-centered response aimed at helping us think, pray, and act with clarity and compassion.</p> In this special episode, Pastor DJ sits down with church leaders Emily and Joe Garcia, Memo Parra, and Dave Van Lant to have a heartfelt and honest conversation about the recent immigration raids and protests impacting our city and neighborhoods. With tensions high and emotions deep, this panel offers thoughtful reflection, biblical insight, and practical ways for our church to process what’s happening around us. This is not a performative moment—but a grounded, community-centered response aimed at helping us think, pray, and act with clarity and compassion.

]]> Thu, 12 Jun 2025 10:00:00 +0000 4640 6 1e5fc1f643cbbeffd0df2d052d0663a7 no Episode 20 - Introduction to Ecclesiastes Crista Jansson, Daniel Jansson, Joe Garcia <p>DJ and Crista chat with Joe Garcia around the richness of Ecclesiastes. An often misunderstood book in the Bible, the three discuss major themes, big life questions, the gospel hope that Ecclesiastes offers.</p> <p>DJ and Crista chat with Joe Garcia around the richness of Ecclesiastes. An often misunderstood book in the Bible, the three discuss major themes, big life questions, the gospel hope that Ecclesiastes offers.</p> DJ and Crista chat with Joe Garcia around the richness of Ecclesiastes. An often misunderstood book in the Bible, the three discuss major themes, big life questions, the gospel hope that Ecclesiastes offers.

]]> Sun, 01 Jun 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2431 7 1ce1987a4d6c9b104efa8c12031d045e no Episode 19 - Deuteronomy Intro and Overview Crista Jansson, Daniel Jansson, Dave Van Lant <p>DJ and Crista interview Pastor Dave Van Lant on the major themes we can expect to uncover as we read through Deuteronomy this month. From laws to remembrance, Deuteronomy will continually point readers to the covenant love of God.</p> <p>DJ and Crista interview Pastor Dave Van Lant on the major themes we can expect to uncover as we read through Deuteronomy this month. From laws to remembrance, Deuteronomy will continually point readers to the covenant love of God.</p> DJ and Crista interview Pastor Dave Van Lant on the major themes we can expect to uncover as we read through Deuteronomy this month. From laws to remembrance, Deuteronomy will continually point readers to the covenant love of God.

]]> Thu, 01 May 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2334 8 7566a48367ffd0c4be3f318d3b888c6a no Episode 18 - Matthew Reflection with Crista Jansson <p>This month DJ interviews Crista Jansson on her reflections of Matthew 6:25-34. Listen as she shares what Scripture reading looks like for her and how God’s Word has helped guide her on how to deal with her own anxieties.</p> <p>This month DJ interviews Crista Jansson on her reflections of Matthew 6:25-34. Listen as she shares what Scripture reading looks like for her and how God’s Word has helped guide her on how to deal with her own anxieties.</p> This month DJ interviews Crista Jansson on her reflections of Matthew 6:25-34. Listen as she shares what Scripture reading looks like for her and how God’s Word has helped guide her on how to deal with her own anxieties.

]]> Wed, 23 Apr 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2350 9 cb83d08d846bea51023f516ae35f0b92 no Episode 17 - Matthew Overview and Intro Daniel Jansson, Joe Garcia <p>DJ sits down with church planting resident Joe Garcia to talk about the Gospel of Matthew and the unique voice that Matthew brings to the witness of Jesus. Specifically, Matthew is keen on helping readers see that Jesus is the long awaited promised Messiah of the Old Testament writings. </p> <p>DJ sits down with church planting resident Joe Garcia to talk about the Gospel of Matthew and the unique voice that Matthew brings to the witness of Jesus. Specifically, Matthew is keen on helping readers see that Jesus is the long awaited promised Messiah of the Old Testament writings. </p> DJ sits down with church planting resident Joe Garcia to talk about the Gospel of Matthew and the unique voice that Matthew brings to the witness of Jesus. Specifically, Matthew is keen on helping readers see that Jesus is the long awaited promised Messiah of the Old Testament writings.

]]> Mon, 31 Mar 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2510 10 6bd03999e169fdc6c8cb6c13d3ed7673 no Episode 16 - 2 Samuel Intro and Overview Crista Jansson, Daniel Jansson <p>To kick off the month of March, DJ and Crista help readers prepare for 2 Samuel. From recapping major events from 1 Samuel to discussing major themes to look for in 2 Samuel, they help highlight how God sovereignly established his nation Israel and specifically David’s throne that would eventually lead to the King of all kings - Jesus!</p> <p>To kick off the month of March, DJ and Crista help readers prepare for 2 Samuel. From recapping major events from 1 Samuel to discussing major themes to look for in 2 Samuel, they help highlight how God sovereignly established his nation Israel and specifically David’s throne that would eventually lead to the King of all kings - Jesus!</p> To kick off the month of March, DJ and Crista help readers prepare for 2 Samuel. From recapping major events from 1 Samuel to discussing major themes to look for in 2 Samuel, they help highlight how God sovereignly established his nation Israel and specifically David’s throne that would eventually lead to the King of all kings - Jesus!

]]> Sat, 01 Mar 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2513 11 76b31f90ba0e43cb520f77bf2ba70d57 no Episode 15 - Prison Letters Reflection w/ Carla Logie Carla Logie, Crista Jansson, Daniel Jansson <p>DJ and Crista interview Carla Logie as she shares how she studied Ephesians 4:17-32. The three discuss how Paul writes of the gospel’s transformative power for those who believe in Jesus.</p> <p>DJ and Crista interview Carla Logie as she shares how she studied Ephesians 4:17-32. The three discuss how Paul writes of the gospel’s transformative power for those who believe in Jesus.</p> DJ and Crista interview Carla Logie as she shares how she studied Ephesians 4:17-32. The three discuss how Paul writes of the gospel’s transformative power for those who believe in Jesus.

]]> Fri, 28 Feb 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2143 12 6011f30cbbedb17f8ac10b9e94d4d3d5 no Episode 14 - Introduction and Themes of the Prison Letters Crista Jansson, Daniel Jansson <p>DJ and Crista kick off Imago Dei’s 2025 reading plan with an overview of Paul’s prison letters. They discuss major themes found within this collection of four books and share some of their favorite verses that have shaped their lives.</p> <p>DJ and Crista kick off Imago Dei’s 2025 reading plan with an overview of Paul’s prison letters. They discuss major themes found within this collection of four books and share some of their favorite verses that have shaped their lives.</p> DJ and Crista kick off Imago Dei’s 2025 reading plan with an overview of Paul’s prison letters. They discuss major themes found within this collection of four books and share some of their favorite verses that have shaped their lives.

]]> Mon, 03 Feb 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2826 13 24dd4a9a286e421c883ec5c6192e6ba7 no Episode 12 - Acts Reflection w/ Sarah Marquez Crista Jansson, Daniel Jansson, Sarah Marquez <p>Come for the discussion on Acts 3-4, stay for Crista not being able to pronounce "pigeon-hole"</p> <p>Come for the discussion on Acts 3-4, stay for Crista not being able to pronounce "pigeon-hole"</p> Come for the discussion on Acts 3-4, stay for Crista not being able to pronounce "pigeon-hole"

]]> Mon, 07 Oct 2024 10:00:00 +0000 1965 14 1b35e25350f5d6596a2ad30cb65c5c4d no Episode 11 - Acts w/ Pastor Dave Van Lant Crista Jansson, Daniel Jansson, Dave Van Lant <p>Check out all the Bible Reading resources at <a href="http://www.imagodei.church/readthebible" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.imagodei.church/readthebible</a></p> <p>Check out all the Bible Reading resources at <a href="http://www.imagodei.church/readthebible" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.imagodei.church/readthebible</a></p> Check out all the Bible Reading resources at www.imagodei.church/readthebible

]]> Wed, 04 Sep 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2508 15 75fdab0ec02d493a27767201b208ba61 no Episode 10 - Hebrews Overview w/ Lauren Smart Crista Jansson, Daniel Jansson, Lauren Smart <p>The month of July kicks off the book of Hebrews. DJ and Crista chat with Lauren Smart, who provided the notes this week, and they talk themes in Hebrews. Come for the shadow, stay for the substance. </p><p><br></p><p>Check out all the Bible Reading resources at <a href="http://www.imagodei.church/readthebible" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.imagodei.church/readthebible</a></p> <p>The month of July kicks off the book of Hebrews. DJ and Crista chat with Lauren Smart, who provided the notes this week, and they talk themes in Hebrews. Come for the shadow, stay for the substance. </p><p><br></p><p>Check out all the Bible Reading resources at <a href="http://www.imagodei.church/readthebible" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.imagodei.church/readthebible</a></p> The month of July kicks off the book of Hebrews. DJ and Crista chat with Lauren Smart, who provided the notes this week, and they talk themes in Hebrews. Come for the shadow, stay for the substance.


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]]> 2522 16 32047b25971dd68254cdfb63389f4493 no Episode 9 - Psalm 19 w/ Denise Copeland Crista Jansson, Daniel Jansson, Denise Copeland <p>Dive deeper into Psalm 19 with Denise Copeland.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p> <p>Dive deeper into Psalm 19 with Denise Copeland.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p> Dive deeper into Psalm 19 with Denise Copeland.



]]> 2248 17 26f6f4acb304eec6ce7f853d5ca7c0dd no Episode 7 - Book of 1 Samuel w/ Victor Canel III Crista Jansson, Daniel Jansson, Victor Canel III <p>DJ & Crista sit down with Victor Canel III to learn how reading the book of 1 Samuel is shaping his life. Vic leads in a deeper dive into 1 Samuel 17.</p><p><br></p><p>Join along in reading here: </p><p>https://<a href="http://www.imagodei.church/readthebible" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.imagodei.church/readthebible</a></p> <p>DJ & Crista sit down with Victor Canel III to learn how reading the book of 1 Samuel is shaping his life. Vic leads in a deeper dive into 1 Samuel 17.</p><p><br></p><p>Join along in reading here: </p><p>https://<a href="http://www.imagodei.church/readthebible" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.imagodei.church/readthebible</a></p> DJ & Crista sit down with Victor Canel III to learn how reading the book of 1 Samuel is shaping his life. Vic leads in a deeper dive into 1 Samuel 17.


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]]> 2561 18 d1890db68b222df8eb6750efbb955e29 no Episode 6 - 1 Samuel Crista Jansson, Daniel Jansson <p>Episode 6 and we journey back into the Old Testament with the book of 1 Samuel. DJ and Crista lead a convo about Kings and giants and....foreskins??? </p><p><br></p><p>Check out all the Read the Bible resources at: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbE9XVEVFVmhxRy1SNEk0dDVMUjhMTEZBRGF3Z3xBQ3Jtc0tsSUFZS3hOcmx4OUFQVmpPclUxRUZQc1dOM040N2VwWVZWTzh1cHJIQllRYmNqZTZzTTlCYWk1ZFhxd2FWd0NLNExOcmRYczgwandWU01xeWxWNWJnQnJ0R2MzbGpNeXdqYzlpb1BVSVJCX3pCblBGaw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.imagodei.church%2Freadthebible&v=P4BKO92KU38" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://</a><a href="http://www.imagodei.church/readthebible" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.imagodei.church/readthebible</a></p> <p>Episode 6 and we journey back into the Old Testament with the book of 1 Samuel. DJ and Crista lead a convo about Kings and giants and....foreskins??? </p><p><br></p><p>Check out all the Read the Bible resources at: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbE9XVEVFVmhxRy1SNEk0dDVMUjhMTEZBRGF3Z3xBQ3Jtc0tsSUFZS3hOcmx4OUFQVmpPclUxRUZQc1dOM040N2VwWVZWTzh1cHJIQllRYmNqZTZzTTlCYWk1ZFhxd2FWd0NLNExOcmRYczgwandWU01xeWxWNWJnQnJ0R2MzbGpNeXdqYzlpb1BVSVJCX3pCblBGaw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.imagodei.church%2Freadthebible&v=P4BKO92KU38" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://</a><a href="http://www.imagodei.church/readthebible" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.imagodei.church/readthebible</a></p> Episode 6 and we journey back into the Old Testament with the book of 1 Samuel. DJ and Crista lead a convo about Kings and giants and....foreskins???


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]]> Wed, 01 May 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2846 19 5b95065997895665da070777bf4f8eda no Episode 5 - Galatians and 1 Thessalonians Crista Jansson, Daniel Jansson <p>April launches our first month with two books of the Bible we are studying. In this episode, DJ and Crista intro Galatians and 1 Thessalonians, talking about the themes of Justification and Sanctification. </p><p><br></p><p>Check out all the Read the Bible resources at: <a href="https://www.imagodei.church/readthebible" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://</a><a href="http://www.imagodei.church/readthebible" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.imagodei.church/readthebible</a></p> <p>April launches our first month with two books of the Bible we are studying. In this episode, DJ and Crista intro Galatians and 1 Thessalonians, talking about the themes of Justification and Sanctification. </p><p><br></p><p>Check out all the Read the Bible resources at: <a href="https://www.imagodei.church/readthebible" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://</a><a href="http://www.imagodei.church/readthebible" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.imagodei.church/readthebible</a></p> April launches our first month with two books of the Bible we are studying. In this episode, DJ and Crista intro Galatians and 1 Thessalonians, talking about the themes of Justification and Sanctification.


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]]> Sun, 31 Mar 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2724 20 29828d704a6a0a4c15e6dad3078d060e no Episode 4 - Mark 9 w/ Rachel Jimenez Crista Jansson, Daniel Jansson, Rachel Jimenez <p>DJ & Crista sit down with Rachel Jimenez to learn how reading the Gospel of Mark is shaping her life. Rachel leads in a deeper dive into Mark 9.</p><p><br></p><p>Check out more here: <a href="https://www.imagodei.church/readthebible" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://</a><a href="http://www.imagodei.church/readthebible" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.imagodei.church/readthebible</a></p><p><br></p> <p>DJ & Crista sit down with Rachel Jimenez to learn how reading the Gospel of Mark is shaping her life. Rachel leads in a deeper dive into Mark 9.</p><p><br></p><p>Check out more here: <a href="https://www.imagodei.church/readthebible" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://</a><a href="http://www.imagodei.church/readthebible" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.imagodei.church/readthebible</a></p><p><br></p> DJ & Crista sit down with Rachel Jimenez to learn how reading the Gospel of Mark is shaping her life. Rachel leads in a deeper dive into Mark 9.


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]]> Sat, 23 Mar 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2270 21 5b670df8fb06dd20a40e1194e3fe4d71 no Episode 3 - Gospel of Mark Crista Jansson, Daniel Jansson <p>DJ & Crista chat about the background, themes, and what you can expect in the Gospel of Mark.</p><p><br></p><p>Join along in reading here: </p><p>https://<a href="http://www.imagodei.church/readthebible" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.imagodei.church/readthebible</a></p> <p>DJ & Crista chat about the background, themes, and what you can expect in the Gospel of Mark.</p><p><br></p><p>Join along in reading here: </p><p>https://<a href="http://www.imagodei.church/readthebible" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.imagodei.church/readthebible</a></p> DJ & Crista chat about the background, themes, and what you can expect in the Gospel of Mark.


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]]> Sun, 03 Mar 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2082 22 c873c75fcc1206274453f3c6bf713c96 no Episode 2 - Exodus Reflection w/ John Logie Crista Jansson, Daniel Jansson, John Logie <p>DJ & Crista interview John Logie about his experience reading Exodus and what he's learning. John leads them in a deeper dive into Exodus 15-17. </p> <p>DJ & Crista interview John Logie about his experience reading Exodus and what he's learning. John leads them in a deeper dive into Exodus 15-17. </p> DJ & Crista interview John Logie about his experience reading Exodus and what he's learning. John leads them in a deeper dive into Exodus 15-17.

]]> Tue, 20 Feb 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2438 23 cc88fe8080dae48e640c0e6936b623e1 no Episode 1 - Exodus w/ Lauren Smart Crista Jansson, Daniel Jansson, Lauren Smart Wed, 07 Feb 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2578 24 dd459d1a8ee43555c831621293703361 no