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.
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Episodes
611 episodes
The Golden Calf (Level 3 | 51)
We dive into the story of the Golden Calf incident in Exodus 32. We explore the Israelites' impatience during Moses' 40-day absence, their idolatrous worship of the Golden Calf, and the resulting judgment. Despite the people's disobedience, Mos...
The Sinai Covenant (Level 3 | 50)
We delve into the Sinai Covenant and the laws and teachings it encompasses. We discuss the fear of God and how it should motivate a pure and righteous life. The complexity of the Israelites' relationship with God is examined, along with an expl...
The 10 Words (Level 3 | 49)
We see the people's fear as God descends upon Mount Sinai, God speaking the 10 commandments, and Israel’s commitment to obedience. Join us as we ponder on the significance of these commandments, not just for the Israelites, but for the moral fo...
Water From The Rock (Level 3 | 48)
We explore Israel's journey through the wilderness, where their discontentment escalates, leading them to threaten Moses' life for the lack of water. Despite their unfaithfulness, God provides water from a rock at Horeb. Following this, the Isr...
Bitter Water and Sweet Bread (Level 3 | 47)
We journey with the Israelites as they navigate life after the great Exodus. Grappling with thirst and hunger in the wilderness, they grumble and question God's provision. Yet, God miraculously provides, sweetening bitter water and providing br...
The Exodus (Level 3 | 46)
We explore the Exodus where Moses leads the Israelites out of Egypt, and God delivers His people in a miraculous way. We witness the power of God as He parts the Red Sea, allowing the Israelites to cross on dry ground while confounding the Egyptia...
Jesus in the Story (Part 3) (Level 3 | 45)
This episode explores the significance of the Passover event in the Bible, from its origins in ancient Israel to its culmination in the life and death of Jesus Christ. We delve into how Jesus, identified as the "Lamb of God" by John the Baptist, i...
The Passover (Level 3 | 44)
We delve into the biblical story of the Passover - a key moment in the Exodus tale. We explore the concept of substitute death as a central theme in the Bible and recount the final plague that God sent upon Egypt, leading to the liberation of t...
The Plagues on Egypt (Part 2) (Level 3 | 43)
We continue our journey through the plagues of Egypt. We explore the purpose of these divine interventions, discuss Pharaoh's hardened heart, and explore the outcomes of each plague. We see how God uses these events to display His power and mak...
The Plagues on Egypt (Part 1) (Level 3 | 42)
We explore the first four devastating plagues God brings upon Pharaoh and the Egyptians: turning water into blood, the invasion of frogs, the swarm of gnats, and the plague of flies. We dive into the narrative's themes, the hardening of Pharaoh...
Moses Returns to Egypt (Level 3 | 41)
We explore Moses' return to Egypt after 40 years, at God's command, to free the Israelites from their bondage. Moses and Aaron confront Pharaoh, demanding the release of the Israelites, which Pharaoh staunchly refuses. This leads to increased h...
The Burning Bush (Level 3 | 40)
We explore the event when Moses is called by God to deliver the Israelites from their slavery in Egypt. We delve into his encounter with the burning bush and God's revelation of His name as "I AM WHO I AM", signifying His eternal existence and ...
Moses (Level 3 | 39)
We explore the life of Moses, from his miraculous survival as a baby to his escape to Midian after killing an Egyptian. His choice to intervene when an Egyptian mistreats a Hebrew leads to his exile in Midian. There, Moses marries and starts a ...
Israel in Slavery (Level 3 | 38)
We delve into the Israelites' experiences in Egypt, 400 years after the Fathers. Despite the Israelites growth from a small clan to hundreds of thousands, the Egyptians forget about their contributions and begin to see them as a threat, leading...
Blessing & the Seed (Level 3 | 37)
We explore the profound theme of blessing in the Bible, tracing its journey from creation to the promise of a world-changing seed. We delve into how God's initial blessing of all creation narrows to a specific family line and we unpack the sign...
God Meant It For Good (Level 3 | 36)
In this episode, after the death of Jacob, the brothers fear Joseph’s revenge, but he responds with wisdom and forgiveness. Joseph sees the hand of God despite their past actions, understanding that their ill intent was coopted by God’s good in...
The Blessing of the 12 Tribes (Level 3 | 35)
We delve into the significant moments as Jacob, Israel, bestows blessings upon his sons. As his health fades, he prophesies their futures and reveals the son through whom the great promised seed will come. The episode focuses on the blessings g...
Israel Leaves Canaan (Level 3 | 34)
We delve into the story of Israel's departure from Canaan to Egypt, guided by his son Joseph's invitation. We explore Joseph's reunion with his father and brothers and their life in the area of Goshen, given to Jacob’s family by Pharaoh. The ep...
Judah’s Redemption (Level 3 | 33)
We delve into the transformation of Judah and his selfless plea to the Egyptian prime minister, Joseph. Unaware of Joseph's true identity, Judah offers himself as a slave to spare his brother Benjamin, demonstrating his transformation from a se...
Joseph Rules Egypt (Level 3 | 32)
We delve into the intense narrative of Joseph's coming reunion with his brothers in Egypt. As the powerful prime minister, Joseph tests his brothers' integrity through putting their youngest sibling at risk. The brothers face a series of trials...
Joseph and the Dreams (Level 3 | 31)
We explore the intricate story of Joseph. From being a favorite son to a slave and then a prisoner. Despite his hardships, God remains with him, empowering him to interpret dreams. This dream interpretations gives him an audience with Pharoah, ...
Joseph and Potiphar’s Wife (Level 3 | 30)
We explore the story of Joseph in Egypt. Despite being enslaved and falsely accused, Joseph remains faithful and thrives due to God's presence. Though being falsely accused of assault by Potiphar’s wife, Joseph remains faithful even as he is th...
Judah's Unrighteous Act (Level 3 | 29)
PARENTAL ADVISORYWe delve into the story of Judah and Tamar. We explore Judah's unrighteous actions, from selling his brother Joseph into slavery to his relationship with Tamar. We learn the significance of the Levirate marriage custom a...
Joseph is Betrayed (Level 3 | 28)
We delve into the betrayal of Joseph by his brothers, driven by jealousy and resentment. Joseph's dreams of his family bowing to him fuel their ire, leading to a plot to kill him. Reuben, the eldest, suggests they spare his life and throw him i...
The Sins of the Sons (Level 3 | 27)
The story of Jacob's sons, focusing on the violent response of Simeon and Levi to the assault on their sister Dinah. The episode also covers the birth of Benjamin and the death of Rachel, Jacob's beloved wife. The narrative then shifts to the s...