Pickled Parables

Check out "Rejoice, O Beloved!" on all podcasting platforms today!Transcript:"Hey everyone, it’s Jesse! Just wanted to let you know about a new podcast that released on December 15th, 2025. It’s called Rejoice, O Beloved and it’s unique because this is a limited 20 episode teaching course, that, for the first time, comes with its own workbook. The podcast is free but the workbook is a separate cost. Rejoice, O Beloved is a teaching course for new believers who didn’t grow up in church. It covers five topics sections like, how to read the Bible, a Bible overview, and a look at church history. Check it out it and visit parablepublishing.com for a look at the workbook. We’ll catch you next time."Connect with Us:contact@parableministries.comParableMinistries.comParablePublishing.comInstagramTikTokCheck out our other podcasts!"Rejoice, O Beloved!"CommentariesMy Dusty BibleMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony KuenziIf you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: Donate

Alex and Noah share about the Old Testament book of Amos!Connect with Us:contact@parableministries.comParableMinistries.comParablePublishing.comInstagramTikTokCheck out our other podcasts!"Rejoice, O Beloved!"CommentariesMy Dusty BibleMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony KuenziIf you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: Donate

Jesse and Hunter discuss the history, theology, and their personal experiences with the Seventh Day Adventist Church. In it, they reflect on the idea and role of a prophet in modern day life and appreciate the atoning work of Jesus Christ..--contact@parableministries.comhttps://www.parableministries.comhttps://www.instagram.com/parable_ministries/--Music created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi--Jesse Turkington is the executive director of Parable Ministries and has been a Bible teacher since 2014. When Jesse was just finishing high school, he started a little Bible study at his parent’s house. Little did he know, this Bible study would change the direction of his life. He fell in love with the richness of the Bible and he wanted to pursue serious study. About 10 years later, Jesse still carries that passion for the Bible and from this passion was born Parable Ministries - a Bible teaching resource. -Hunter grew up in Montana and now serves the Church in Albany Oregon where he works as a youth and young adults pastor. He and his wife Ana stay busy with two kids. Hunter loves studying the Bible and communicating it in a way which encourages further exploration of others. Hunter enjoys listening and making podcasts for others to enjoy.

Chris Luckman shares from the book of Romans in what is an overview of the key themes.--Chris was born and raised in the Willamette Valley of Oregon. He met Jesus at a young age and grew up in a non-Christian household. However Jesus never let him go. Eventually Chris went to Arrowhead Bible College in Fishtail Montana when he earned a 1 year discipleship certificate. From there Chris traveled to Rocky Mountain Bible College in Calgary Alberta Canada. He graduated in 2015 with a degree in BA in Vocal  Performance and  Religion. --Connect with Us:contact@parableministries.comParable MinistriesInstagram--If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: DonateMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

Alex shares the story of how Jesus saved him and how God's timing is good. He and Hunter reflect on the goodness of the logic and rationality of faith in the God of the Bible.--Alex is a lifelong follower of Christ who embarked on a journey of faith at the tender age of 3. From serving the homeless with Church at the Park to joining YWAM, Alex's mission is to illuminate the beauty of God's love and provide a balanced understanding of the entire Bible, not just selective passages.--Connect with Us:contact@parableministries.comParable MinistriesInstagram--If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: DonateMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

Chicho is a Christ-follower residing in Oregon's Willamette Valley. He's a family man who loves apologetics and books about theology/philosophy. His passion is sharing the truth of God's Word, and witnessing to atheists in particular. In small moments of free time, he enjoys playing his bass guitar or some video games.--Connect with Us:contact@parableministries.comParable MinistriesInstagram--If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: DonateMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

Hunter presents the Judaizers in a brief return to their conversation about the Pharisees and the importance of right belief informing right practice. --contact@parableministries.comhttps://www.parableministries.comhttps://www.instagram.com/parable_ministries/--Music created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi--Jesse Turkington is the executive director of Parable Ministries and has been a Bible teacher since 2014. When Jesse was just finishing high school, he started a little Bible study at his parent’s house. Little did he know, this Bible study would change the direction of his life. He fell in love with the richness of the Bible and he wanted to pursue serious study. About 10 years later, Jesse still carries that passion for the Bible and from this passion was born Parable Ministries - a Bible teaching resource.-Hunter grew up in Montana and now serves the Church in Albany Oregon where he works as a youth and young adults pastor. He and his wife Ana stay busy with two kids. Hunter loves studying the Bible and communicating it in a way which encourages further exploration of others. Hunter enjoys listening and making podcasts for others to enjoy.--If you feel led, give to the work of Parable:https://www.parableministries.com/donate

RJ Olmstead shares about humility and what it looks like when put to the test in Christian living.--Scriptures Explored: Luke 9; Psalm 138; Philippians 2; James 4; Romans 12 --RJ Olmstead is a central Arizonan who has set his heart to follow God’s calling into academia. Using an undergrad focus on Behavioral Health and Ministry, and an M.Div. focused on Intercultural Studies and Missiology, RJ strives to engage people on their own grounds for Christ and biblical thinking through his adjunct professorship at Arizona Christian University and partnerships with parachurch ministries, such as Pickled Parables. With his wife, Camryn, the two aim to provide firm, faithful ground for their community through hospitality, biblical literacy, and higher education.--contact@parableministries.comhttps://www.parableministries.comhttps://www.instagram.com/parable_ministries/--If you feel led, give to the work of Parable:https://www.parableministries.com/donate--Music created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

Jesse and Hunter discuss the history, theology, and their personal experiences with the Eastern Orthodox branch of Christianity. In it, they reflect on the cultural differences and weigh the pros and cons of much of their belief and how it impacts their practice.--contact@parableministries.comhttps://www.parableministries.comhttps://www.instagram.com/parable_ministries/--Music created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi--Jesse Turkington is the executive director of Parable Ministries and has been a Bible teacher since 2014. When Jesse was just finishing high school, he started a little Bible study at his parent’s house. Little did he know, this Bible study would change the direction of his life. He fell in love with the richness of the Bible and he wanted to pursue serious study. About 10 years later, Jesse still carries that passion for the Bible and from this passion was born Parable Ministries - a Bible teaching resource. -Hunter grew up in Montana and now serves the Church in Albany Oregon where he works as a youth and young adults pastor. He and his wife Ana stay busy with two kids. Hunter loves studying the Bible and communicating it in a way which encourages further exploration of others. Hunter enjoys listening and making podcasts for others to enjoy.

Alex takes a brief look at Revelation and reflects on the nature of the book.--Scripture Explored: Revelation 1:3, 12, 16, 20, Luke 21:25-26, 2 Timothy 1:7, Exodus 25:31-40, Philippians 2:15, Revelation 13:1, 16-17, Revelation 22:20--Alex is a lifelong follower of Christ who embarked on a journey of faith at the tender age of 3. From serving the homeless with Church at the Park to joining YWAM, Alex's mission is to illuminate the beauty of God's love and provide a balanced understanding of the entire Bible, not just selective passages.--Connect with Us:contact@parableministries.comParable MinistriesInstagram--If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: DonateMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

Anne Roth joins Hunter to share her testimony of the work Jesus has done, and is doing, in her life. In it, we reflect on the joys of a firm foundation in the person of Jesus Christ.--Anne Roth works as an English teacher and has a lifelong passion for learning. She worked for 10 years at a Christian international school in Kampala, Uganda, and loved the chance to teach and disciple her students in their faith as well as their academics. She is now based in Oregon again, and gratefully continues to share the truth of God's word whenever the opportunity arises. --Connect with Us:contact@parableministries.comParable MinistriesInstagram--If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: DonateMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

Jerry Crane shares reflections about God's provision in his own life and in the lives of Jesus' disciples in a challenge to remember how God provides as a means of facing life's challenges and getting excited for what God will do in the future.--Scriptures Explored: Mark 8:1-10; Luke 12:22-26--Jerry Crane III, born and raised in Salem, OR, is passionate about the word of God and seeing lives transformed by Jesus. He has served as Youth Pastor at Creekside Bible Church for the past year and as Director of the online missions organization Christian Influence for over two years. Jerry deeply values Christian community, friendships, and the joy of shared experiences, especially through games & storytelling. He is honored that he "gets to" use these as gospel-centered tools to reach and disciple today’s “terminally-online” generation.--Connect with Us:contact@parableministries.comParable MinistriesInstagram--If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: DonateMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

Hunter shares a quarterly check in and update about the goings on at Parable. And, he shares a short devotional based off 1 Corinthians 15, about creeds.--Scripture Explored: 1 Corinthians 15:1-11; Deuteronomy 6--Hunter grew up in Montana and now serves the Church in Albany, Oregon where he works as a youth and young adults pastor. He and his wife Ana stay busy with two kids. Hunter loves studying the Bible and communicating it in a way which encourages further exploration of others.--contact@parableministries.comhttps://www.parableministries.comhttps://www.instagram.com/parable_ministries/--If you feel led, give to the work of Parable:https://www.parableministries.com/donate--Music created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

Jesse and Hunter discuss the history, theology, and their personal experiences with the Baptist denomination. In it, they celebrate similarities while highlighting differences of the denomination.--contact@parableministries.comhttps://www.parableministries.comhttps://www.instagram.com/parable_ministries/--Music created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi--Jesse Turkington is the executive director of Parable Ministries and has been a Bible teacher since 2014. When Jesse was just finishing high school, he started a little Bible study at his parent’s house. Little did he know, this Bible study would change the direction of his life. He fell in love with the richness of the Bible and he wanted to pursue serious study. About 10 years later, Jesse still carries that passion for the Bible and from this passion was born Parable Ministries - a Bible teaching resource. -Hunter grew up in Montana and now serves the Church in Albany Oregon where he works as a youth and young adults pastor. He and his wife Ana stay busy with two kids. Hunter loves studying the Bible and communicating it in a way which encourages further exploration of others. Hunter enjoys listening and making podcasts for others to enjoy.

Hunter Witcraft explores the idea of theological method. What is it? How do we develop one? And, how can we do the work to put a good theological method into practice?--Scriptures Explored: Exodus 34:6-7; Nahum 1:2-3; Jonah 4:2; Joel 2:13; John 1:29; Mark 1:7; 1 Corinthians 15:3-4--Hunter Witcraft is married to Willa; we have two boys: Graham (3) and Benjamin (1). I have a M.Div. from Corban University, a MA in Christian Ministry from GCU, and a Post-Graduate Certificate in Biblical Languages from GCU. The Bible is God’s Word to us, and for that reason, it is important for us to understand it (yes, we even have to work on the hard parts and the tricky parts). The Bible itself is a gift of grace from God to us – He was under no obligation to give it to us, and yet in it He has given us everything needed for life and godliness (2 Pet. 1:3). The Holy Spirit is active when we preach the Scripture and when we hear the Scripture, glorifying God and drawing us to Him; for that reason, I do what I can to accurately deliver the Word of God.--Connect with Us:contact@parableministries.comParable MinistriesInstagram--If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: DonateMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

Elijah Olander joins Hunter for a Parable Portrait wherein he reflects on the many blessings of God and the goodness God has brought in his life.--Elijah Olander, is currently studying for a Master’s in Ministry at Phoenix Seminary. He lives in Prescott, Arizona with his wife, Gabriela. They attend Canyon Bible Church of Prescott. Elijah plans to go into full time ministry, whether pastoral or in a parachurch ministry. He has a strong desire for people to grow in their love and knowledge of the Word, which ultimately means a greater love and knowledge of Christ!--contact@parableministries.comhttps://www.parableministries.comhttps://www.instagram.com/parable_ministries/--If you feel led, give to the work of Parable:https://www.parableministries.com/donate--Music created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

Scriptures Explored: Daniel 4--Anne Roth works as an English teacher and has a lifelong passion for learning. She worked for 10 years at a Christian international school in Kampala, Uganda, and loved the chance to teach and disciple her students in their faith as well as their academics. She is now based in Oregon again, and gratefully continues to share the truth of God's word whenever the opportunity arises. --Connect with Us:contact@parableministries.comParable MinistriesInstagram--If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: DonateMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

Jesse and Hunter look at the story of Noah, a man described as righteous, who in his post flood day, may have overstepped in his righteousness? --Scripture Explored: Genesis 6-9; Exodus 34:6-7; John 9--contact@parableministries.comhttps://www.parableministries.comhttps://www.instagram.com/parable_ministries/--Music created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi--Jesse Turkington is the executive director of Parable Ministries and has been a Bible teacher since 2014. When Jesse was just finishing high school, he started a little Bible study at his parent’s house. Little did he know, this Bible study would change the direction of his life. He fell in love with the richness of the Bible and he wanted to pursue serious study. About 10 years later, Jesse still carries that passion for the Bible and from this passion was born Parable Ministries - a Bible teaching resource.-Hunter grew up in Montana and now serves the Church in Albany Oregon where he works as a youth and young adults pastor. He and his wife Ana stay busy with two kids. Hunter loves studying the Bible and communicating it in a way which encourages further exploration of others. Hunter enjoys listening and making podcasts for others to enjoy.--If you feel led, give to the work of Parable:https://www.parableministries.com/donate

Elijah observes the book of Philippians and how the gospel is crucial in our conflict resolution.--Scriptures Explored: Philippians 4; Philippians 2:14--Elijah Olander, is currently studying for a Master’s in Ministry at Phoenix Seminary. He lives in Prescott, Arizona with his wife, Gabriela. They attend Canyon Bible Church of Prescott. Elijah plans to go into full time ministry, whether pastoral or in a parachurch ministry. He has a strong desire for people to grow in their love and knowledge of the Word, which ultimately means a greater love and knowledge of Christ!--contact@parableministries.comhttps://www.parableministries.comhttps://www.instagram.com/parable_ministries/--If you feel led, give to the work of Parable:https://www.parableministries.com/donate--Music created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

Pastor Grant Clay shares his testimony and bears witness to the work of Jesus in his life.--Grant has been in pastoral ministry for over twenty-five years. He previously served churches in Spokane, WA, Clay Center, KS, and Salem, OR. He also directed a mission organization which focused on training pastors in Africa. Grant has degrees in theology/biblical studies from Whitworth University, North Park Theological Seminary and Covenant Theological Seminary. He recently completed a doctorate in New Testament from London School of Theology and now teaches at Corban University as an adjunct professor. Grant is the very blessed husband of Suzanne, and proud dad of three amazing kids.--contact@parableministries.comhttps://www.parableministries.comhttps://www.instagram.com/parable_ministries/--If you feel led, give to the work of Parable:https://www.parableministries.com/donate--Music created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi