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
359 episodes
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...
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Episode 105
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11:45
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...
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Episode 104
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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...
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Episode 103
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12:59
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...
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Episode 102
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14:57
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...
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Episode 101
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14:29
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 ...
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Episode 100
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14:36
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 ...
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Episode 99
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12:07
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...
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Episode 98
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12:43
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...
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Episode 97
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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...
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Episode 96
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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...
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Episode 95
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14:27
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...
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Episode 94
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14:18
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...
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Episode 93
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13:43
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...
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Episode 92
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12:58
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, ...
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Episode 91
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13:30
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...
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Episode 90
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10:51
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...
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Episode 89
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12:47
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...
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Episode 88
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12:19
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...
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Episode 87
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13:24
Jacob Wrestles with God (Level 3 | 26)
We delve into the biblical story of Jacob, focusing on his struggle with God and man. We explore how Jacob's fear of his brother Esau led to a transformative encounter where he wrestled with God and received a new name - Israel. We discuss how ...
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Episode 86
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15:26
The Wives of Jacob (Level 3 | 25)
We explore the complex lives of Jacob, Leah, and Rachel in the land of Haran. Jacob, deceived by his uncle Laban, ends up marrying Leah before his beloved Rachel. After his marriages to both of Laban’s daughters, the sisters have a rivalry as t...
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Episode 85
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13:01
Jacob Runs from Esau (Level 3 | 24)
We explore the story of Jacob and his journey from Canaan to Haran, fleeing from the rage of Esau. Jacob soon travels to his extended family to find a wife after being blessed by his father Isaac. He experiences a vision of God at Bethel, confi...
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Episode 84
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13:09
Jacob & Esau (Level 3 | 23)
We dive into the biblical story of Jacob and Esau, twin sons of Isaac and Rebekah. We explore God's choice of the younger Jacob over the firstborn Esau, and the significant generational effects this choice has. We trace the narrative of how Jac...
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Episode 83
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14:09
Jesus in the Story, Part 2 (Level 3 | 22)
We delve deep into the concept of priesthood in the Bible, understanding the priesthood of Melchizedek as a forerunner for Jesus, our eternal "great high priest." We explore how through Jesus, we have our perfect go-between who represents us be...
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Episode 82
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14:57
The Life of Abraham (Level 3 | 21)
We explore the life of Abraham, a significant figure in the Bible known for his deep faith. We dive into events from his calling by God, his journey to the land of Canaan, his trials and triumphs, his meeting with Melchizedek, the birth of his ...
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Episode 81
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