In this episode, we turn to Trenton Lee Stewart's novel *The Mysterious Benedict Society,* a story that follows four gifted children brought together for a secret assignment. Reading it in conversation with Matthew 18 and Proverbs 7–8, we explore the meaning of childlikeness, the relationship between play and mission, and the challenge of recognizing wisdom in a world of competing voices.

Timestamps:

• 1:19 – Experiencing *The Mysterious Benedict Society*
• 29:24 – Tommy on Matthew 18
• 1:03:48 – Emily on Proverbs 7-8
• 1:35:12 – Next month’s book

Up Next: *Blood Meridian* by Cormac McCarthy with guest Dr. Brian Brock

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In this episode, we turn to Herman Melville’s infamous novel *Moby-Dick.* Reading it in conversation with Numbers 9 and Matthew 12, we reflect on how Scripture forms and directs our attention, the presence of God both in and beyond the material world, and how distorting demonic powers relate to our habits of perception.

Timestamps:

• 1:26 – Experiencing *Moby-Dick*
• 29:53 – Emily on Numbers 9
• 56:09 – Tommy on Matthew 12
• 1:31:03 – Next month’s book

Up Next: *The Mysterious Benedict Society* by Trenton Lee Stewart

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In this episode, we turn to Marilynne Robinson’s quiet, searching novel *Lila.* Reading it alongside John 20 and Hosea 14, we reflect on alternative modes of practicing theology, discuss the reach of resurrection life, and explore the problems and possibilities of divine-human marriage metaphors.

Timestamps:

• 1:20 – Experiencing *Lila*
• 31:13 – Tommy on John 20
• 1:19:00 – Emily on Hosea 14
• 2:01:47 – Next month’s book

Up Next: *Moby Dick* by Herman Melville

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