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The Land and the Book
December 21, 2024
Herod and Mary
Predictably, we meet them only during the Christmas season: Herod the Great—and Mary, the mother of Jesus. Both play an enormous role in that story. But a deeper look at their lives and legacies is a journey worth taking. This week on The Land and the Book—we’ll explore facets of Herod and Mary that will surprise and amaze. So, make it a point to join us for The Land and the Book. And invite a friend to listen, as well.
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Dr. Bryan Litfin
Dr. Bryan Litfin serves as Professor of Bible and Theology at Rawlings School of Divinity at Liberty University, Lynchburg, VA. He is the author of four nonfiction books and six novels.
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Dr. Charlie Dyer
Dr. Charlie Dyer served as provost and professor of Bible at Moody Bible Institute before becoming host of The Land and the Book radio program. Dr. Dyer is an Old Testament scholar as well as an authority on Middle Eastern history and religion. For over 40 years he has traveled extensively throughout Israel and the Middle East. Dr. Dyer has authored and co-edited many books on the Middle East and the Old Testament, including Who Owns the Land?, Experiencing the Land of the Book, The Christian Traveler’s Guide to the Holy Land, 30 Days in the Land with Jesus, and 30 Days in the Land of Psalms.
Jon Gauger
Jon Gauger has worked at Moody Radio for more than three decades. In addition to hosting Today in the Word Radio and Moody Presents with Dr. Mark Jobe, Jon produces and hosts The Land and the Book. He writes and produces a weekly commentary, creates special documentaries, and has traveled to more than 35 countries covering stories for Moody Radio and training international broadcasting partners. Jon is the author of If I Could Do It All Over Again and Kids Say the Wisest Things. Jon, his wife, Diana, and their two grown children are all Moody graduates.
The Land and the Book
Does the Middle East seem like a confusing, complex tapestry of people and events? For a unique biblical perspective, join Dr. Charlie Dyer and Jon Gauger for The Land and the Book. Every week this gifted team brings you terrific stories of God at work as they explore biblical, archaeological, and prophetic events. Enjoy great guests, intriguing listener questions, and more!