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“Uncovering the world behind the Word.”
Chris Explores the Gospels is a podcast dedicated to uncovering the richness of the New Testament. Hosted by Chris Choma, each episode journeys through the gospel stories with curiosity and clarity, while also drawing on historical and cultural insights that bring scripture to life. By exploring the world in which these texts were written — from first‑century traditions to everyday practices — Chris helps listeners understand the deeper meaning behind the words and how they continue to inspire faith today. Whether you’re new to the Bible or a seasoned reader, this show invites you to engage with the gospels in a way that is thoughtful, accessible, and profoundly relevant.
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May 27, 2026
May 27, 2026
2 min
In this Gospel Snack, Chris reflects on Psalm 147:3 and the tender truth that God heals the brokenhearted. Whether your wounds are fresh or long‑buried, God draws near, binds up what hurts, and restores with patience and care. Let this brief reflection remind you that no wound is beyond His healing
May 25, 2026
May 25, 2026
26 min
In this episode of Chris Explores the Gospels, we step into one of the most intimate moments in Matthew’s narrative — the day Jesus enters Peter’s home and brings healing into the heart of family life. Through historical insight, cultural context, and a deeply personal story about receiving the Eucharist at home during a season of illness, we discover the God who sees the hidden places of our lives and meets us there with tenderness and authority. If you’ve ever carried a quiet burden in your home, prayed for someone you love, or longed for God’s presence in the ordinary spaces of your life, this episode will speak directly to your heart.
May 20, 2026
May 20, 2026
1 min
Today I want to remind you of something that can expand your hope and stretch your faith: God can do more than you think.
May 18, 2026
May 18, 2026
24 min
In this episode of Chris Explores the Gospels, we step into one of the most powerful encounters in Matthew’s Gospel — the moment when a Roman centurion approaches Jesus with a faith so clear, so humble, and so confident that it makes Jesus stop and marvel. Together, we explore the world behind this story, the authority the centurion recognizes, and the extraordinary statement that has echoed through centuries: “Lord, I am not worthy… but only say the word.”
If you’ve ever carried someone you love to God in prayer… if you’ve ever felt the tension between hope and surrender… or if you’re longing for a faith that stands strong even in uncertainty, this episode will speak right to your heart.
Join me as we discover the strength Jesus sees in humble trust — and the healing that comes from His word.
May 13, 2026
May 13, 2026
1 min
Today I want to remind you of a promise Jesus made that can steady your heart in any season: He gives a peace the world can’t take away.
May 11, 2026
May 11, 2026
30 min
In this episode, we follow Jesus down the mountain after the Sermon on the Mount and into one of the most shocking encounters in the Gospels — His healing of a man with leprosy. We explore what it meant to be “unclean” in the Jewish world, why Jesus’ touch broke every social expectation, and how this moment reveals the heart of God. Chris shares a personal story about growing up in Utah and knowing what it feels like to stand on the outside, offering a powerful connection to the leper’s experience. Together, we reflect on the God who moves toward the places we hide, restores dignity, and calls us beloved.
May 6, 2026
May 6, 2026
1 min
Today I want to remind you of a promise that meets you right where you are — whether you’re tired, overwhelmed, or stretched thin.
May 4, 2026
May 4, 2026
24 min
In the final episode of the Sermon on the Mount series, Jesus calls His listeners to build their lives on rock — not by hearing His words only, but by living them. Through historical insight, rabbinic context, and a deeply personal story about the rock‑solid faith of his grandparents, Chris explores Matthew 7:24-29 and what it means to stand firm in the storms of life. With sensory storytelling, contemplative prayer, and a heartfelt farewell to the hillside, this episode marks the transition from formation to mission as Jesus descends the mountain and begins His ministry in Galilee.