Episode 1: When God Was Silent

For four centuries, heaven was quiet. No prophets. No visions. No new word from God. But behind the silence, the world was being prepared for something extraordinary.

In this premiere episode of The Messiah King, we enter the world between the Testaments—a time of empire, exile, and expectation. From the final echoes of Malachi to the opening lines of Matthew, we trace the rise of the Roman Empire, the reshaping of Jewish identity, and the deepening hunger for a Savior.

You’ll hear:

How Greek and Roman empires shaped the world Jesus would enter

What the “silence of God” really meant—and why it matters

How generations clung to prophecy while living under foreign rule

Why Matthew’s Gospel begins not with a miracle, but a name

Blending immersive narrative, historical insight, and devotional reflection, this episode sets the foundation for the entire series. Because when God is silent, He is never still. He is setting the stage for the King.

Perfect for:

Bible readers, Christian history lovers, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the Gospel story.

Keywords for discovery:

Gospel of Matthew, Jesus Christ, Bible podcast, Christian history, Bible study, Roman Empire, intertestamental period, Jewish history, Messianic prophecy, Reformed theology, Christian storytelling, devotional podcast