Bible Brief | Discover the Story
Learn the Bible in Layers! The Bible Brief is a 3-Level program designed to guide you through the chronological Bible story in 10-Steps. Our time-conscious, guided journey will help you discover your part in the God’s story:
- Level 1 (Run): The Bible in 10 Steps, an overview of the Bible story.
- Level 2 (Jog): The Bible in 50 days, discovering the Bible story.
- Level 3 (Walk): The Bible in 200 days, through the adventure of the Bible.
Find your purpose in the story of God, and live your life playing your part. Welcome to the Bible Brief.
Want a Bible intro? Check out our other podcast, “Intro to the Bible”.
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Episodes
307 episodes
Understanding Christmas, Jesus the Savior (SPECIAL)
Welcome to our special series, Understanding Christmas, as we consider 4 aspects of Jesus to prepare our hearts for celebration. We need to understand Jesus in order to understand Christmas, and the Bible Brief is here to help.Today, we...
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Season 3
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Episode 242
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11:49
Understanding Christmas, Jesus the Humble (SPECIAL)
Welcome to our special series, Understanding Christmas, as we consider 4 aspects of Jesus to prepare our hearts for celebration. We need to understand Jesus in order to understand Christmas, and the Bible Brief is here to help.Today, we...
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Season 3
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Episode 241
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13:19
Understanding Christmas, Jesus the Creator (SPECIAL)
Welcome to our special series, Understanding Christmas, as we consider 4 aspects of Jesus to prepare our hearts for celebration. We need to understand Jesus in order to understand Christmas, and the Bible Brief is here to help.Today, we...
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Season 3
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Episode 240
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16:19
A Bible Brief Christmas
We're kicking of a short series airing every Tuesday through Christmas Eve. It's called "Understanding Christmas". Invite a friend and listen together starting tomorrow on Tuesday, December 3.
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Season 3
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Episode 239
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2:46
Review: New Testament (Level 2 | 50)
In this episode, we journey through the New Testament, from the revelation of Jesus as the Messiah, to the founding of the early Church and its spread throughout the Roman Empire. We delve into Jesus' teachings, his crucifixion and resurrection...
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Season 3
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Episode 238
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10:43
The Kingdom of Messiah & Eternity (Level 2 | 49)
God is faithful to his promises. In the Messianic Kingdom, Jesus ushers in a time of unparalleled blessing, prosperity, and peace. At this time, we see the ultimate fulfillment of the Abrahamic, New, and Davidic Covenants. Yet after 1,000 years...
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Season 3
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Episode 237
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14:55
The First Resurrection & The Tribulation (Level 2 | 48)
In this episode, we delve into biblical prophecy and the future of humanity. We discuss the concept of resurrection, the significance of Jesus' resurrection, and the future resurrection of believers. The episode also explores the upcoming tribu...
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Season 3
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Episode 236
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12:59
The Journeys of Paul (Level 2 | 47)
In this episode, we explore the final period of Paul's life as he writes his last letter to his beloved mentee, Timothy. Despite life-threatening opposition, Paul's unwavering faith led him across the Roman Empire, spreading the gospel of Jesus...
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Season 3
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Episode 235
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12:07
The Gospel to the Nations (Level 2 | 46)
In this episode, we delve into the story of the Apostle Peter's vision in Joppa and his encounter with Cornelius, a Roman military leader and a Gentile. The episode uncovers Peter's realization that God's grace extends beyond Jewish boundaries ...
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Season 3
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Episode 234
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11:07
Saul, The Last Apostle (Level 2 | 45)
In this episode, we explore the transformative journey of Saul, a harsh persecutor of the early Church, who encounters Jesus on the road to Damascus. This encounter dramatically changes Saul; he realizes that Jesus is the Messiah, leading him t...
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Season 3
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Episode 233
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12:31
The Early Church & The First Martyr (Level 2 | 44)
The Apostles lead the rapidly growing Church and perform miraculous signs. They face persecution from the religious leaders but they steadfastly resolve to obey God. Despite these challenges, the Church continues to grow, with even some priests...
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Season 3
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Episode 232
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13:11
The Risen Messiah & The Birth of the Church (Level 2 | 43)
In this episode, we explore the transformative days following the resurrection of Jesus. We delve into the disciples' experiences as they encounter the risen Christ, leading to Peter's restoration and the Great Commission. We then witness the m...
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Season 3
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Episode 231
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15:18
The Crucifixion and the Love of God (Level 2 | 42)
In this episode, we explore the scorn, pain, and suffering Jesus endured, and his ultimate sacrifice that demonstrated God’s great love for humanity. He was silent to false accusations and chose to endure the suffering of injustice for the sake...
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Season 3
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Episode 230
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14:35
The Passover & The New Covenant (Level 2 | 41)
The Passover feast is transformation through Jesus' sacrifice. We explore the events leading up to Jesus' crucifixion, from the Last Supper where Jesus institutes the New Covenant, to his prayers of agony at the Mount of Olives, his betrayal by...
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Season 3
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Episode 229
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14:11
Who is This? (Level 2 | 40)
Jesus is the ultimate prophet like Moses, speaking the words of God to Israel. Over his ministry there is growing rejection of Jesus by the religious leadership of Israel, despite clear displays of divine power. Though Jesus demonstrates his po...
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Season 3
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Episode 228
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14:47
Parables of Messiah (Level 2 | 39)
In this episode, we delve into the parables of Jesus, exploring their profound meanings and their impact on our understanding of our spiritual condition. We focus on the Parable of the Sower, the Parable of the Weeds, the Parable of the Pharise...
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Season 3
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Episode 227
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15:57
The Law Gets an Upgrade (Level 2 | 38)
We explore Jesus' famous Sermon on the Mount and its context within Jewish law and culture at the time. Jesus challenged the prevailing interpretations of the Law of Moses by the Pharisees, emphasizing the moral principles behind the laws and e...
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Season 3
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Episode 226
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15:27
The Beginning of Messiah's Ministry (Level 2 | 37)
In this episode, we witness the beginning of Jesus' earthly ministry as he is baptized by John and recognized as the Son of God. After his baptism, he is tempted by Satan in the wilderness, but resists all temptations, confirming his purity and...
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Season 3
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Episode 225
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13:19
Immanuel, God With Us (Level 2 | 36)
In this episode, we delve into the miraculous and humble birth of Jesus, the Messiah. God the Son leaves heaven to become a man, born to the virgin Mary and raised by Joseph. Proclaimed by angels and greeted by shepherds, Jesus' arrival marks t...
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Season 3
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Episode 224
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15:11
Review: Hebrew Bible (Level 2 | 35)
In this episode we explore four central themes to the Hebrew Bible: God's sovereignty, the Temple, the Priests & the Sacrifices, Faith as the Key to Righteousness, and the Coming Seed (Messiah). We discuss how God exercises His sovereignty ...
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Season 3
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Episode 223
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14:15
The Hidden God, Part 2 (Level 2 | 34)
In this episode, we conclude the story of Esther and explore the hidden workings of God in her story. As the Jews face annihilation due to a Persian edict, Queen Esther courageously risks her life to protect her people. The narrative takes a dr...
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Season 3
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Episode 222
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15:23
The Hidden God, Part 1 (Level 2 | 33)
In this episode, we explore the dramatic story of Esther, a secret Jewess who becomes Queen of Persia. Amidst an existential crisis threatening genocide of the Jews, Esther must risk her life to save her people. We delve into the character of M...
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Season 3
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Episode 221
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14:02
The Remnant Returns (Level 2 | 32)
We live the narrative of the Jewish remnant returning to the Land of Canaan after their exile in Babylon. We explore their journey back, led initially by a prince and a priest, and the challenges they face in rebuilding the Temple. Despite oppo...
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Season 3
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Episode 220
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14:21
The Writing on the Wall (Level 2 | 31)
In this episode, we delve into the stories of Nebuchadnezzar and Belshazzar, two Babylonian kings who faced God's judgment. We examine Nebuchadnezzar's 7-year humiliation and eventual acknowledgment of God's sovereignty. We discuss Belshazzar's...
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Season 3
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Episode 219
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12:50
Daniel, Prophet of Empires, Part 2 (Level 2 | 30)
We look into the prophecies of the book of Daniel, discuss the foretelling of major world empires and the future establishment of God's kingdom on Earth. We explore how God's sovereignty stands behind the narrative, and that he reigns still eve...
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Season 3
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Episode 218
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12:15