EP 38. Did Archaeology Just Prove King Solomon’s Wealth?
In this epic episode of Under the Hood, Sam and Will take you deep into the reign of King Solomon—Israel’s wisest and wealthiest king—and explore whether the biblical account stands up to historical and archaeological scrutiny. Spoiler alert: it does, in jaw-dropping detail.From ancient gates, stables, and copper mines to port cities, palace walls, and temple beams still visible in modern structures, the evidence overwhelmingly supports Scripture's claims about Solomon's kingdom. Skeptics once called him a “hill country chieftain”—but discoveries across Israel and beyond say otherwise.But this isn’t just about archaeology. This episode unpacks how Solomon’s greatness still falls short, and why his story ultimately points us to a greater King—the one who offers not just gold and wisdom, but grace, peace, and eternal life.
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Ep 37. Did 185,000 Assyrian Soldiers Really Die in One Night?
Join Sam and Will in this riveting episode of Under the Hood as they unpack one of the Bible’s most jaw-dropping yet often overlooked miracles—God’s divine intervention against the mighty Assyrian army during King Hezekiah’s reign. With historical artifacts like the Sennacherib Prism and archaeological findings of Hezekiah’s seal, this episode dives deep into how faith, prophecy, and real-world history intersect. Discover how 185,000 soldiers fell in a night and what it means for our understanding of God’s promises today. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more biblical deep dives!
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Episode 36: Did God Write the End in the Beginning?
In this fascinating episode of Under the Hood, Will and Sam explore a unique and thought-provoking theory about the end times—one rooted in the literary beauty of the Bible itself. What if all of human history is structured as a grand chiasm, a mirrored pattern pointing from Eden to the apocalypse and back again? From creation to the flood, from Babel to the cross, and from modern tech to ancient prophecy, this episode weaves theology, history, and biblical poetry into one cohesive (and possibly kooky) idea that might change the way you read the Bible forever.Join the conversation as we dig into the symmetry of Scripture, uncover divine fingerprints in literary patterns, and ask the big question: are we closer to the end than we think?
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Episode 35: Why Did Jesus Sweat Blood in Gethsemane?
In this deeply moving episode of Under the Hood, Sam and Will take you to the Garden of Gethsemane—the night Jesus begins His passion. But this isn’t just a quiet place of prayer. It’s where the weight of sin begins to crush Him, where He wrestles with His Father’s will, and where His obedience rewrites the human story.Why did Jesus sweat blood? What does Gethsemane, the "oil press," reveal about Christ’s suffering? And how does every curse from the Garden of Eden meet its match in the obedience of the Son of God?From the betrayal of Judas to the symbolism of olive oil, this episode peels back the layers of Gethsemane and reveals Jesus as the Second Adam—faithful where Adam failed, willingly crushed to bring light, healing, and life.Prepare to see the beauty of the cross begin in the garden—and realize how every tear, thorn, and drop of blood was intentional, redemptive, and full of love.
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Episode 34: Did an Earthquake Shake Isaiah’s Prophetic Calling?
In this episode of Under the Hood, Sam and Will take a deep dive into Isaiah 6—the moment when Isaiah receives his divine calling. But before we get to his powerful vision, we explore the historical backdrop: a time of national turmoil, devastating earthquakes, political instability, and looming invasion.What does it mean when Isaiah says, “In the year that King Uzziah died”? Why was Uzziah’s downfall so significant? And how does Isaiah’s vision of God on His throne bring hope and perspective in a time of chaos?This episode unpacks the meaning behind the seraphim’s cry of “Holy, holy, holy”, the significance of the train of God's robe filling the temple, and how Isaiah’s cleansing with a burning coal foreshadows the atonement found in Christ.Join us as we explore how this ancient passage speaks directly to our modern fears, reminding us that no matter the chaos in our world, God is still on His throne.
Under the Hood is a thought-provoking biblical series that offers a fresh perspective on well-known stories from the Bible. Delving into each narrative, the series explores (1) the distinctive historical context of each story, (2) archaeological evidence supporting the events, and (3) the profound ways in which each story illuminates the gospel of Jesus Christ. Join Sam and Will as they guide you through captivating insights, dispel myths, and present compelling evidence of the Bible's historical reliability and spiritual significance.
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