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
424 episodes
The Davidic Covenant (Level 3 | 110)
We explore the Davidic Covenant. King David, after unifying Israel and establishing Jerusalem as the capital, desires to build a temple for God. Instead, God makes a profound promise to David, establishing a covenant that shapes the future of I...
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Season 2
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Episode 170
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11:40
Jerusalem & the Ark (Level 3 | 109)
Explore the pivotal moment in biblical history as King David brings the Ark of the Covenant to Jerusalem. This episode delves into the significance of Jerusalem as God's chosen city and the importance of the Ark as a symbol of God's presence. L...
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Season 2
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Episode 169
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14:23
War in Israel (Level 3 | 108)
We delve into the tumultuous period following the death of King Saul, as David ascends to the throne amidst civil war in Israel. We explore David's profound mourning for Saul and Jonathan, illustrating his respect and loyalty despite Saul's hos...
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Season 2
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Episode 168
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14:04
The Death of the King (Level 3 | 107)
We explore the tumultuous events surrounding the end of King Saul's reign and the rise of David. As David navigates his complex relationship with the Philistines, he faces the aftermath of an Amalekite raid on Ziklag, leading to a daring rescue...
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Season 2
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Episode 167
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14:03
Saul and the Witch (Level 3 | 106)
We delve into the turmoil of King Saul as he faces a massive Philistine army at his doorstep. Desperate for divine guidance, Saul finds himself in a dark place, seeking help from a medium at Endor, despite having banned such practices. This act...
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Season 2
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Episode 166
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15:37
David the Fugitive Pt 2 (Level 3 | 105)
We continue exploring the story of David as a fugitive. After Saul learns of David's visit to Nob, his fury leads to a devastating massacre of priests, orchestrated by Doeg the Edomite. David, filled with regret for the tragedy at Nob, offers r...
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Season 2
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Episode 165
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13:38
David the Fugitive Pt 1 (Level 3 | 104)
In this episode, David becomes a fugitive in his own land. Once a trusted figure in King Saul's court, David is forced to flee for his life due to the king's paranoia and jealousy. His close friendship with Jonathan plays a crucial role in his ...
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Season 2
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Episode 164
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13:11
Saul’s Rage (Level 3 | 103)
We delve into the intense and tumultuous relationship between Saul and David. The episode explores Saul's growing jealousy and fear of David, who is increasingly favored by God and the people of Israel. Despite David's loyalty and his close fri...
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Season 2
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Episode 163
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14:43
David and Goliath (Level 3 | 102)
We dive into the iconic story of David and Goliath. Facing the taunts and threats of the Philistine giant Goliath, the Israelite army is paralyzed by fear. Young David, a shepherd from Bethlehem, arrives on the scene and, confident in God's pow...
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Season 2
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Episode 162
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13:39
A Man After God’s Heart (Level 3 | 101)
We explore the beginning of the transition of kingship from Saul to David in ancient Israel. Samuel, initially grieving over Saul’s disobedience, is commanded by God to anoint a new king from the family of Jesse in Bethlehem. Despite his initia...
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Season 2
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Episode 161
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13:28
Saul’s Disobedient Heart, Pt 2 (Level 3 | 100)
We delve into the story of Saul's disobedience and its dire consequences. Saul, the first king of Israel, fails to follow God's explicit command to destroy the Amalekites completely, sparing their king and the best livestock. Samuel confronts S...
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Season 2
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Episode 160
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11:58
Saul’s Disobedient Heart, Pt 1 (Level 3 | 99)
We delve into the story of Saul's disobedience and its consequences for his kingship over Israel. Initially appointed as king and leading Israel to victory, Saul's failure to obey God's commands ultimately leads to his rejection as king. We exp...
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Season 2
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Episode 159
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14:06
Saul Leads Israel in Battle (Level 3 | 98)
We explore Saul's first major test as Israel's newly anointed king. The siege of the coty of Jabesh-gilead puts Saul's leadership to the test, revealing his potential as a decisive and godly leader. Filled with the Spirit of God, Saul rallies t...
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Season 2
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Episode 158
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13:26
King Saul Rises (Level 3 | 97)
We explore the significant transition in Israel's history from the time of the judges to a monarchy. The people of Israel, desiring to be like other nations, ask for a king. God grants their request, leading to the anointing of the first king o...
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Season 2
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Episode 157
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11:36
Israel Demands a King (Level 3 | 96)
We explore the dramatic events surrounding Israel's demand for a king. We begin with the Philistines capturing the ark of the covenant and experiencing divine retribution until they return it to Israel. Samuel leads a spiritual revival, urging ...
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Season 2
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Episode 156
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15:14
Samuel and the Lost Ark (Level 3 | 95)
We delve into the story of Samuel and the decline of Eli’s household. Samuel, dedicated to Yahweh by his mother Hannah, grows up in the Tabernacle under the mentorship of Eli. Despite Eli's attempts to guide them, his sons live wickedly, leadin...
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Season 2
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Episode 155
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12:55
The Barren Gives Birth (Level 3 | 94)
We explore the story of Hannah, a woman who experiences God's compassion in her deepest distress. Childless and ridiculed, Hannah prays fervently for a son, vowing to dedicate him to the Lord. God answers her prayer, and she gives birth to Samu...
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Season 2
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Episode 154
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15:04
Review: The Judges (Level 3 | 93)
We delve into the era of the Judges, a tumultuous period in Israel's history marked by cycles of disobedience, oppression, deliverance, and drift. We explore the lives and actions of key judges like Othniel, Ehud, Deborah, Gideon, and Samson, e...
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Season 2
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Episode 153
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14:22
Review: The Conquest (Level 3 | 92)
We delve into the conquest of the Promised Land under Joshua's leadership. Following Moses' final speech and his death, Joshua leads the Israelites in miraculous victories, starting with Jericho and Ai. The episode explores the challenges and t...
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Season 2
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Episode 152
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11:42
Ruth (Part 2) (Level 3 | 91)
We explore the second part of the story of Ruth, a narrative set during the time of the judges. Naomi devises a plan for Ruth to approach Boaz, her kinsman-redeemer, leading to a midnight proposal. Boaz agrees to marry Ruth if a closer relative...
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Season 2
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Episode 151
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14:31
Ruth (Part 1) (Level 3 | 90)
We delve into the story of Ruth, an inspiring tale of loyalty, faith, and divine providence set in the time of the judges. We explore Naomi's tragic journey to Moab due to famine, the loss of her husband and sons, and the unwavering commitment ...
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Season 2
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Episode 150
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14:45
There Was No King In Israel (Part 2) (Level 3 | 89)
We delve into one of the most disturbing stories in the Bible, found in the book of Judges. We examine the tragic tale of a Levite and his concubine leading to a gruesome conflict within the tribe of Benjamin, a civil war, and the eventual abdu...
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Season 2
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Episode 149
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15:22
There Was No King In Israel (Part 1) (Level 3 | 88)
We delve into the dark period of Israel's history during the time of the Judges, focusing on Judges Chapter 17. We explore the story of Micah, a man from the hill country of Ephraim, who builds a personal shrine filled with idols and hires a Le...
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Season 2
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Episode 148
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15:42
Samson, Philistine Destroyer (Part 2) (Level 3 | 87)
We continue exploring the life of Samson, the Philistine destroyer. We delve into his pattern of disobedience, his encounters with Philistine women, and his downfall at the hands of Delilah. Despite Samson's repeated failures to uphold his Naza...
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Season 2
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Episode 147
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15:22
Samson, Philistine Destroyer (Part 1) (Level 3 | 86)
We explore the early life and exploits of Samson, the Nazarite dedicated to God from birth. We discuss his miraculous birth to a barren woman and his vow as a Nazarite, which included abstaining from alcohol, avoiding contact with dead bodies, ...
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Season 2
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Episode 146
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15:47