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This Learning Library contains videos, audios, documents, books, websites and Bible reading plans that relate to ODBU course content. These resources are curated from the extensive collections of Our Daily Bread Ministries as well as our trusted partner providers.
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A Chapel for Memory and Worship – The Church of St. Lazarus in BethanyNow that we’ve visited the tomb of Lazarus, let’s go to the chapel where countless...
A Greater Righteousness – Jesus and the Sermon on the Mount
A Ministry of Reconciliation: Dr. Salim MunayerPaul understood his calling as a "ministry of reconciliation" (2 Corinthians 5:18). Let's join an...
A Name in the Tree of Life – Steve Wunderink
A Threatened King – Herod’s Palace Outside Bethlehem
A Way for the Lord – A Walk Along the Jordan: Rev. J. BodinLet’s visit a place where we can picture the “way of the LORD in the...
A Way God Wants to Connect With You (You Might Not Think Much About)The Bible’s main way of talking about God’s relationship to humanity is the image of...
Aaron and the Sea SerpentHere’s one last piece of background that may shed surprising light on God’s confrontation with...
Agape – LoveThe word “love” is one of the sloppiest words in our language, as it primarily...
Akhenaten’s OathsWe have looked at Hammurabi’s Law Code as background for the commandments in the Torah....
Alive Again! – Leaving the Tomb with LazarusThe last sign in the Book of Signs is the resurrection of Lazarus. How would...
Amarna Tablets – Hapiru for Hebrew?Evidence for the conquest comes from many sources. In this video we’ll take you to...
Amos, Shepherd and Fig-Pricker – Ronit Maoz
An Interview with Anne Graham Lotz, Part 1Watch this video clip from an interview with Anne Graham Lotz. After this video and...
An Introduction to the Patriarchal Period: Dr. Robert HomsherTo better understand the patriarchal period, let’s join archaeologist Dr. Robert Homsher, a specialist in...
Ancient SardisUse your VR goggles or scan around with your mouse to visit one of the...
Anemones and the Worship of Tammuz – Ronit Maoz
Ashkelon – One of the Five Mighty Philistine CitiesThe Philistines seek to rule the same land the Israelites believe God has given to...
At Home in a Manger – Understanding the Nativity in ContextLet’s head underneath the “living room” and see where the animals were kept.
At Home with Parables – Inside a Tradition House in TayibleLet’s revisit a traditional home to make sense of two parables—the neighbor in need and...
Avoiding the Book of Leviticus?In Leviticus, God invites Israel to live in close proximity to His holy presence. Which...
Bedouin Honor and Hospitality – Dr. Iain PickettAnother aspect of the culture of the patriarchs is pastoralism—a traditional way of life that...
Bema SeatUse your VR goggles or scan around with your mouse to visit to the Bema...
Biblical Healing and Ancient Magic: View from the Pergamum AsclepionOne other fascinating topic in the background of James is the ministry of healing mentioned...
Binding and Loosing: Dr. Atef Ghendi
Book of 1 Corinthians Summary: A Complete Animated OverviewWatch our overview video on the book of 1 Corinthians, which breaks down the literary...
Book of 1 Peter Summary: A Complete Animated OverviewWatch our overview video on 1 Peter, which breaks down the literary design of the...
Book of 1 Samuel Summary: A Complete Animated OverviewWatch our Read Scripture video on the book of 1 Samuel, which breaks down the...
Book of 1 Thessalonians Summary: A Complete Animated OverviewWatch our overview video on 1 Thessalonians, which breaks down the literary design of the...
Book of 1 Timothy Summary: A Complete Animated OverviewWatch our overview video on 1 Timothy, which breaks down the literary design of the...
Book of 2 Corinthians Summary: A Complete Animated OverviewWatch our overview video on 2 Corinthians, which breaks down the literary design of the...
Book of 2 Peter Summary: A Complete Animated OverviewWatch our overview video on 2 Peter, which breaks down the literary design of the...
Book of 2 Samuel Summary: A Complete Animated OverviewWatch our Read Scripture video on 2 Samuel, which breaks down the literary design of...
Book of 2 Thessalonians Summary: A Complete Animated OverviewWatch our overview video on 2 Thessalonians, which breaks down the literary design of the...
Book of 2 Timothy Summary: A Complete Animated OverviewWatch our overview video on 2 Timothy, which breaks down the literary design of the...
Book of Acts Summary: A Complete Animated Overview, Part 1Watch our overview video on the book of Acts, which breaks down the literary design...
Book of Acts Summary: A Complete Animated Overview, Part 2Watch our overview video on the book of Acts, which breaks down the literary design...
Book of Amos Summary: A Complete Animated OverviewWatch our Read Scripture video on the book of Amos, which breaks down the literary...
Book of Colossians Summary: A Complete Animated OverviewWatch our overview video on the book of Colossians, which breaks down the literary design...
Book of Daniel Summary: A Complete Animated OverviewWatch our Read Scripture video on the book of Daniel, which breaks down the literary...
Book of Deuteronomy Summary: A Complete Animated OverviewWatch our Read Scripture video on the book of Deuteronomy, which breaks down the literary...
Book of Ecclesiastes Summary: A Complete Animated OverviewWatch our Read Scripture video on the book of Ecclesiastes, which breaks down the literary...
Book of Ephesians Summary: A Complete Animated OverviewWatch our overview video on the book of Ephesians, which breaks down the literary design...
Book of Esther Summary: A Complete Animated OverviewWatch our Read Scripture video on the book of Esther, which breaks down the literary...
Book of Exodus Summary: A Complete Animated Overview, Part 1Watch our Read Scripture video on the book of Exodus, which breaks down the literary...
Book of Exodus Summary: A Complete Animated Overview, Part 2Watch our Read Scripture video on the book of Exodus, which breaks down the literary...
Book of Ezekiel Summary: A Complete Animated Overview, Part 1Watch our Read Scripture video on the book of Ezekiel, which breaks down the literary...
Book of Ezekiel Summary: A Complete Animated Overview, Part 2Watch our Read Scripture video on the book of Ezekiel, which breaks down the literary...
Book of Galatians Summary: A Complete Animated OverviewWatch our Read Scripture video on the book of Galatians, which breaks down the literary...
Book of Genesis Summary: A Complete Animated Overview, Part 1Watch our Read Scripture video on the book of Genesis, which breaks down the literary...
Book of Genesis Summary: A Complete Animated Overview, Part 2Watch our Read Scripture video on the book of Genesis, which breaks down the literary...
Book of Habakkuk Summary: A Complete Animated OverviewWatch our Read Scripture video on the book of Habakkuk, which breaks down the literary...
Book of Haggai Summary: A Complete Animated OverviewWatch our Read Scripture video on the book of Haggai, which breaks down the literary...
Book of Hebrews Summary: A Complete Animated OverviewWatch our overview video on the book of Hebrews, which breaks down the literary design...
Book of Hosea Summary: A Complete Animated OverviewWatch our Read Scripture video on the book of Hosea, which breaks down the literary...
Book of Isaiah Summary: A Complete Animated Overview, Part 1Watch our Read Scripture video on the book of Isaiah, which breaks down the literary...
Book of Isaiah Summary: A Complete Animated Overview, Part 2Watch our Read Scripture video on the book of Isaiah, which breaks down the literary...
Book of James Summary: A Complete Animated OverviewWatch our overview video on the book of James, which breaks down the literary design...
Book of Jeremiah Summary: A Complete Animated OverviewWatch our Read Scripture video on the book of Jeremiah, which breaks down the literary...
Book of Job Summary: A Complete Animated OverviewWatch our Read Scripture video on the book of Job, which breaks down the literary...
Book of Joel Summary: A Complete Animated OverviewWatch our Read Scripture video on the book of Joel, which breaks down the literary...
Book of Jonah Summary: A Complete Animated OverviewWatch our Read Scripture video on the book of Jonah, which breaks down the literary...
Book of Joshua Summary: A Complete Animated OverviewWatch our Read Scripture video on the book of Joshua, which breaks down the literary...
Book of Jude Summary: A Complete Animated OverviewWatch our overview video on the book of Jude, which breaks down the literary design...
Book of Judges Summary: A Complete Animated OverviewWatch our Read Scripture video on the book of Judges, which breaks down the literary...
Book of Lamentations Summary: A Complete Animated OverviewWatch our Read Scripture video on the book of Lamentations, which breaks down the literary...
Book of Leviticus Summary: A Complete Animated OverviewWatch our Read Scripture video on the book of Leviticus, which breaks down the literary...
Book of Malachi Summary: A Complete Animated OverviewWatch our Read Scripture video on the book of Malachi, which breaks down the literary...
Book of Micah Summary: A Complete Animated OverviewWatch our Read Scripture video on the book of Micah, which breaks down the literary...
Book of Nahum Summary: A Complete Animated OverviewWatch our Read Scripture video on the book of Nahum, which breaks down the literary...
Book of Numbers Summary: A Complete Animated OverviewWatch our Read Scripture video on the book of Numbers, which breaks down the literary...
Book of Obadiah Summary: A Complete Animated OverviewWatch our Read Scripture video on the book of Obadiah, which breaks down the literary...
Book of Philemon Summary: A Complete Animated OverviewWatch our overview video on the book of Philemon, which breaks down the literary design...
Book of Philippians Summary: A Complete Animated OverviewWatch our overview video on the book of Philippians, which breaks down the literary design...
Book of Proverbs Summary: A Complete Animated OverviewWatch our Read Scripture video on the book of Proverbs, which breaks down the literary...
Book of Psalms Summary: A Complete Animated OverviewWatch our Read Scripture video on the book of Psalms, which breaks down the literary...
Book of Revelation Summary: A Complete Animated Overview, Part 1In this video, you're going to learn what the Book of Revelation is all about....
Book of Revelation Summary: A Complete Animated Overview, Part 2Watch our overview video on Revelation 12-22, which breaks down the literary design of the...
Book of Romans Summary: A Complete Animated Overview, Part 1Watch our overview video on Romans 1-4, which breaks down the literary design of the...
Book of Romans Summary: A Complete Animated Overview, Part 2Watch our overview video on Romans 5-16, which breaks down the literary design of the...
Book of Ruth Summary: A Complete Animated OverviewWatch our Read Scripture video on the book of Ruth, which breaks down the literary...
Book of Titus Summary: A Complete Animated OverviewWatch our overview video on the book of Titus, which breaks down the literary design...
Book of Zechariah Summary: A Complete Animated OverviewWatch our Read Scripture video on the book of Zechariah, which breaks down the literary...
Book of Zephaniah Summary: A Complete Animated OverviewWatch our Read Scripture video on the book of Zephaniah, which breaks down the literary...
Books of 1-2 Chronicles Summary: A Complete Animated OverviewWatch our Read Scripture video on the books of 1 & 2 Chronicles, which breaks...
Books of 1-2 Kings Summary: A Complete Animated OverviewWatch our Read Scripture video on the books of 1 & 2 Kings (originally one...
Books of 1-3 John Summary: A Complete Animated OverviewWatch our overview video on the letters of John, which breaks down the literary design...
Books of Ezra-Nehemiah Summary: A Complete Animated OverviewWatch our Read Scripture video on the books Ezra & Nehemiah (originally one scroll), which...
Booths in the Wilderness – Recalling the Past, Anticipating EternityLet’s revisit the land of Egypt where “Booths” are still an agricultural commonplace today. Let’s...
Capernaum – The Second Home of JesusCapernaum is the northern “headquarters” of Jesus’ ministry. Let’s visit the very site where Jesus...
Cave of the ApocalypseUse your VR goggles or scan around with your mouse to visit the cave where...
Cedars and Royal Pretense: Ronit Maoz, Biblical BotanistThe Bible mentions gold and cedar a lot when it describes Solomon’s temple and palace....
Celebrating the Torah
Chapel of the Ascension – On the Mount of Olives in Jerusalem
Character in Biblical NarrativeMost of us think of characters in Bible as either sinners or saints, good or...
Citizen and Prisoner
CLING The SeriesA new love story. It's time to cling to your First Love. Shiloh 'Rikki' Stevens...
Conditioning the Heart of a Prophet – Elijah in Sidon before Mt. CarmelBefore we leave Mt. Carmel, there’s something we need to discuss about the prophet’s own...
Contextualizing the Gospel for Greeks: With Paul on Mars Hill, Athens
Corinth – Erastus InscriptionProper and improper boasting was part of an honor and shame culture that Paul knew...
Corinth – Paul’s Final Appeal for Judgment
Corinth – God’s Temple in a Promiscuous Port
Crossing the Sea of Reeds
Crushed with Grief – With Jesus on his Last Night
Daniel’s Prayer: Anne Graham LotzLet's listen to the prophetic heartbeat of evangelist and award-winning author, Anne Graham Lotz, as...
David’s Detour from Royalty – Exploring the Caves of AdullamDavid was very good at a lot of things—shepherding flocks, fighting wild animals and Philistines...
David’s Palace and Neighborhood – Archaeologist Dr. Gabriel Barkay
Dead to Sin – Views of Death at a NecropolisOne of the most concrete ways Paul describes sanctification is as “death to sin.” Let’s...
Demolishing Strongholds – Paul’s Way of Waging War
Design Patterns in Biblical NarrativeDesign patterns are one of the key ways the biblical authors have unified the storyline...
Does Prayer Really Change Anything?I wonder how often you’ve struggled with some of the prayer passages that just don’t...
Dreams and Visions Today: Pastor Manochehr Hosseinzadeh
Early Christian BaptismIt is common to think of baptism as a religious rite, a ritual that various...
Eating Bread in the DesertMessianic expectations were high for Jews especially around the annual celebration of Passover. Let’s visit...
Ecclesiology: Commissioner Phil NeedhamJoin us for a stimulating conversation with one of the Salvation Army’s theologians, Dr. Phil...
Egypt, the Monster in the SeaAnother empire with hubris is Egypt. Ezekiel will use their own association with a sea...
Egyptian Polytheism: Dr. Mariam AyadPerhaps you’ve found ancient forms of polytheism primitive and unreasonable. But how would the great...
Elah ValleyUse your VR goggles or scan around with your mouse to see the valley where...
Elijah Confronts the Prophets of Baal – Background for the Contest on Mt. CarmelThe confrontation between Elijah and the prophets of Baal is an epic scene in biblical...
Elisha the Healer – Foreshadowing the Ministry of ChristLet’s take a visit to this very village where Arab Christians honor both Elisha and...
Embalming and the AfterlifeUse your VR goggles or scan around with your mouse to learn more about Egyptian...
Emperor Worship – Augustus’ Temple in Ostia, Italy
Empowering the Next Generation: Pastor Sameh and Nader MauriceLet’s get a first-hand look at the spirit of mentoring in the largest Arabic-speaking church...
Enclosed Garden – A Lover’s Image in Song of Songs
End of the TempleThe description of the second Jewish temple (AD 70) dramatically brought an end—and a new...
Epaphras – A Coworker in ColossaeThere’s a co-worker of Paul you’ve read about who was really the apostolic church-planter in...
Ephesus – Holiness in a Place of Pagan Temples
Exile as a Place of Vision: The Cave of Apocalypse, Patmos Island
Eyewitnesses – The Empty Tomb and the Power of the Gospel
Failed Fleet of Ships at Ezion-GeberUse your VR goggles or scan around with your mouse to visualize the ill-fated attempt...
Failed Leadership in Israel
Families, Flocks and Fields – Understanding David’s WorldDo you ever wonder what it was really like to grow up in Bethlehem? Let's...
Family Parallels to the Sacrificial System
Father and Son at MichmashJonathan is certainly a bright light in the dark tragedy of King Saul. Let’s visit...
Fishers of MenHow would you like to get up early, board a fishing boat and head out...
From Abuse to a Ministry of Grace: Bob OsborneLet's rejoin Bob Osborne, Executive Director of Serge (serge.org), a ministry that takes very seriously...
From Ruth to David to Jesus – In Bethlehem’s Shepherd’s FieldsIt wasn’t that long ago that we were in the fields of Bethlehem with Ruth...
Gate to HellUse your VR goggles or scan around with your mouse to visit to the Plutonium...
Gathering Disciples – Tax Collectors and Fishers of MenJesus gave a lot of his teaching on the Kingdom of God while he walked...
God’s Name Has Changed?! (Learn Its Interesting Biblical History)Yahweh, Adonai, LORD, Jehovah... God seems to have a lot of names, what exactly am...
God’s Address on Earth – Edfu Temple, Upper EgyptYou may assume that everything in Solomon’s temple was unique. A visit to an Egyptian...
God’s Provision in Bethlehem – Ruth, Passover and a Coming KingThe story of Ruth has echoes of stories from the Pentateuch, and even more dramatically...
Gospel of John Summary: A Complete Animated Overview, Part 1Watch our overview video on the Gospel of John, which breaks down the literary design...
Gospel of John Summary: A Complete Animated Overview, Part 2Watch our overview video on the Gospel of John, which breaks down the literary design...
Gospel of Luke Summary: A Complete Animated Overview, Part 1Watch our overview video on the book of Luke, which breaks down the literary design...
Gospel of Luke Summary: A Complete Animated Overview, Part 2Watch our overview video on the book of Luke, which breaks down the literary design...
Gospel of Mark Summary: A Complete Animated OverviewWatch our Read Scripture video on the Gospel of Mark, which breaks down the literary...
Gospel of Matthew Summary: A Complete Animated Overview, Part 1Watch our overview video on Matthew 1-13, which breaks down the literary design of the...
Gospel of Matthew Summary: A Complete Animated Overview, Part 2Watch our overview video on Matthew 14-28, which breaks down the literary design of the...
Hazor
Hellenism and Jewish Piety in the North – View from SepphorisThere’s a very important city in Galilee you don’t hear about at all in the...
Herod’s Playground and the Good Samaritan – New Testament JerichoTo get a little more background to the Good Samaritan story, let’s visit the palaces...
Hiding in the Caves of En Gedi – David’s Laments While Running from Saul
Holy Tensions: Leading People Toward the Cycle of Spiritual MovementDr. Larry Crabb reviews the key topics from SoulCare Courses I and II, then introduces...
Honor and Humiliation – The Fattened Calf in Luke 15One final short visit to an Arab village will give you another cultural piece of...
Honor and the AfterlifeA fruitful life has eternal returns. Perhaps you haven't thought about how one's reputation in...
HopeIn the Bible people who have hope are very different from optimists! In this video,...
How Do I Forgive Someone Who Has Hurt Me?Forgiveness is a necessity for any meaningful relationship to last for more than a day....
How God Deals With Evil Without Destroying HumanityGod is on a mission to remove evil from His good world, along with all...
How God is Both One and Three at the Same TimeThe God portrayed in the Bible isn’t easy to understand, but what if we could...
How Jesus Became the King of the World (That He Always Was)In this video, we trace the origins of the word “gospel” and how it ties...
If God Is So Good, Why Are Things Such A Mess In The World?In light of all the chaos, pain, sorrow, and evil in the world, many people...
Images of the Flood: Lika TovWe were privileged to join a veteran Israeli artist for a conversation about her personal...
In Pursuit of Jesus DocuseriesJesus is one of the most talked about figures in history. Some love Him. Some...
In the Holy of Holies – Steve Wunderink in Luxor, Egypt
In the Potter’s HouseOf the many images and parables used in Jeremiah, the potter is used twice. Let’s...
IniquityIniquity is a biblical word that very few people use anymore, and even fewer people...
Inside Hezekiah’s TunnelIt’s one thing to learn about Hezekiah’s Tunnel; it’s another thing to walk through it!...
Introduction to SoulCareDr. Larry Crabb talks about our tendency to keep relationships shallow using the image of...
Is It Okay For A Christian To Wrestle With Doubts?Do you wrestle with doubts? In life do you ever wonder; “Is this whole Christian...
Jacob’s WellWhen Jesus met with the Samaritan woman at Jacob’s well they were at a spot...
Jeremiah’s Cisterns
Jerusalem – An Orientation: Archaeologist Dr. Gabriel BarkayLet’s visit the ancient City of David with one of Jerusalem’s leading archaeologists, Dr. Gabriel...
Jesus Arrives on Palm Sunday – A Parabolic Sign in BethpageWhat might the cursing of a fig tree have to do with Jesus’ prophetic ministry?...
Jesus Gives New Torah – The Mount of BeatitudesIf the Gospels are a kind of “New Torah,” then what was Jesus expecting of...
Jesus in the SynagogueThe synagogue was where the Jewish community reinforced their commitments to traditional values and views....
Jewish and Christian Holy Days: Dr. Dan JusterThe relationship of Jews and gentiles in the new covenant involves decisions about religious practices....
Jews and Christians Observing the Law: Dr. Dan JusterThe Messianic community is a movement of Jews and Gentiles who believe in Yeshua (Jesus)...
Jews in the Theater: View from MiletusThe identity of those now in the Early Church had to be sorted out in...
Joseph as a Model for Familial Reconciliation: Dr. Célestin MusekuraJoin us for a fascinating interview with Rwandan genocide survivor Dr. Célestin Musekura, Founder and...
Joseph in Egypt: Dr. Andrea Zaki
Joseph the Administrator – Egyptologist Essam Zeid
JoyIn this video, we explore the unique type of joy to which God’s people are...
Judas and the Potter’s FieldIn this onsite video, we’d like you to work backward from an event in the...
Judgment on the City – Jesus Arrives on Palm SundayYou may think of Palm Sunday as the Triumphal Entry of Israel’s King. Let’s listen...
Juneteenth: Faith & Freedom DocumentaryUncover the deep spiritual significance of America’s newest federal holiday with pastor Rasool Berry in...
Justice • This Is the Bible’s Radical View"Justice" is a felt need in our world today and a controversial topic. But what...
Kings, Divine and Human – Egyptologist Essam Zeid
Learn Where Heaven and Earth OverlapWhat does the Bible really teach about heaven, and what is heaven’s relationship to earth?...
Lessons from Jeremiah in the Potter’s HouseUse your VR goggles or scan around with your mouse to visit a potter’s house...
Liberty and Love – View from Corinth’s Marketplace
Life-Giving Water
Lift up Your Heads, O Gates – Steve WunderinkLet's visit a temple in Egypt to get some amazing background to a phrase in...
Literary Styles in the BibleEpisode 3 shows how reading the Bible wisely requires that we learn about the ancient...
Living out the Gospel in Missions: Bob Osborne
Lost Sheep StoriesBefore we look more closely at the story of the lost son, let’s visit with...
Lower Jordan – Canyons Rich with Biblical HistoryLet’s visit the lesser known East Bank of the Jordan River, otherwise known as Trans-Jordan...
Lydia and a Jailer – First Converts in Europe
Madaba Sheep Market – Dr. Iain Pickett
MarkOne of the earliest official accounts of the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus. Mark...
MemphisBefore we look at the signs and wonders that swept across Egypt, let’s stop at...
Metaphor in Biblical PoetryUnderstanding how metaphors are used in the Bible is an essential tool for reading biblical...
Mighty Hand and Outstretched ArmGoing Behind the Text often provides immediate clarity for passages that may seem arbitrary or obscure. Other...
Miracles in the Middle East Today: Pastor Sameh and Nader MauriceChristians may try to answer the "prescriptive or descriptive" question from their own experience. While...
Mission Expansion Through DisagreementThe Prison and Pastoral Epistles give us a glimpse into Paul's closest relationships at the...
Moab and Israel: Professor Haider HalasaHow would you like to meet a modern day Moabite? Here’s your chance! Join Professor...
Moses’ Final Look – Mt. Nebo and the Promised LandOur journey through the Five Books of Moses is coming to a close with the...
Mountain of RevelationMt. Sinai played an important part in the development of God’s Word. Use your VR...
Moving a Mountain – Herod’s Palace Fortress at HerodiumMoving a mountain may seem like a show of power—the very thing Jesus was contrasting...
Musalaha Ministries: Dr. Salim MunayerThe central message of unity in Ephesians may seem like a nice “theological” topic until...
New Testament Summary: A Complete Animated OverviewWatch our overview video on the New Testament. This video breaks down the literary design...
Nilometer – Egyptologist Essam ZeidThe Nile was not only a source of life, but it became a literal gauge...
No Room in the Inn? A Closer Look at a Traditional Home in PalestineLet’s visit this traditional Palestinian home for ourselves!
Not Like EgyptAccording to Deuteronomy, Canaan is not like Egypt in certain respects. Let’s visit a farmer...
Offering Peace in Persecution: Pastor Sameh and Nader MauriceAfter considering the ways the American Church may be affected by affluence and comfort, let's...
Old Testament Summary: A Complete Animated OverviewDid you know that the arrangement of the Old Testament in Christian Bibles is not...
Painting Pictures of Egypt: Sara GrovesA sad reality in the book of Numbers is that our ancestors had already learned...
Palm Sunday Procession – Judgment for JerusalemNow imagine tens or even hundreds of thousands of these lambs being led into Jerusalem...
Parables of the Vineyard and WinepressUse your VR goggles or scan around with your mouse to visit the living museum,...
PatmosUse your VR goggles or scan around with your mouse to visit the island John...
Paul and Lawlessness – View from Corinth’s “Bema”
Paul and Lydia at PhilippiPaul’s ministry was a determined intentional mission to Jews and gentiles. Using your VR goggles...
Paul’s Final Words – View from the Mamertine PrisonPaul's life ended in martyrdom following an extended stay in a criminal's prison. You are...
Paul’s Ongoing Jewish Practices
Paul’s Prison Letters – View from St. Paul’s
Paul’s Religious Resume – View from a Philippian LatrinePaul's approach to suffering was grounded in his sense of personal identity. He was nothing...
Paul’s Work Ethic – View from Corinth’s Marketplace
Peniel – Wrestling with GodNext we’ll go onsite at the location near where Jacob had a confrontation—not with his...
Peniel “Face of God”Use your VR goggles or scan around with your mouse to walk around Peniel!
Peter and Paul in Conflict – Antioch of SyriaWe’ve already learned about the tension between Paul and Peter. Let’s go to Antioch where...
PetraUse your VR goggles or scan around with your mouse to see one of the...
Petra and Edom – Historical Geography and Divine JudgmentEdom’s refusal to allow its Hebrew “kin” to pass through makes sense when you are...
Philemon and Onesimus
Philippi – First Converts in EuropeWith this overview in place, let's now take a visit to the site of Philippi...
Philippi – Prison of PaulUse your VR goggles or scan around with your mouse to visit the Philippian jail!
Philippi – Public LatrineUse your VR goggles or scan around with your mouse to visit to the public...
Philippi – The Birth of the Christian Church in Europe
Pisidian AntiochUse your VR goggles or scan around with your mouse to visit the city of...
Pisidian Antioch – Facing Jewish Resistance
Pisidian Antioch – The Imperial Cult
Plot In Biblical NarrativeAn important part of reading biblical narratives is learning how to understand the nature of...
Plural Leadership in Church Plants: Dr. John KremidasOne denomination that takes a special interest in reflecting New Testament church practice is the...
Pocket Testament League: David CollumDid you know there is a ministry that has given out over 125 million Gospels...
Prayer at RephidimThere’s one more important stop to make in the desert on our way to Mt....
Praying Like Moses in Egypt: Dr. Sameh MauriceThe image of Moses praying in the Valley of Rephidim, arms held up by Aaron...
Preparing for the True King’s Arrival
Prodigal Son or Foolish Father: A Middle Eastern Perspective – Dr. Wageeh MikhailWe’re sure you’ll find the perspective of Arab scholars interesting as they share how familiar...
Prophet of Compassion – Elisha’s Banquet for the Arameans in DothanCan you think of a place where Joseph and Elisha both stood? If so, can...
Provision, Protection and Guidance – Abu SabahTo understand more fully how God was leading Israel as a shepherd, let’s revisit the Bedouin...
Public Reading of ScriptureReading the Bible aloud with a group of people is an ancient practice. In fact,...
Purification and Rebirth – Baptism at the Jordan RiverYou’ll find one meaning of baptism more fully illustrated in this video at the Jordan...
Rameses and Ma’at – Egyptologist Essam ZeidPharaoh was viewed as both human and divine through most of Egyptian history. YHWH’s signs...
Rameses and Pithom in Goshen – Egyptologist Essam ZeidThe crisis that Moses was born into was the crisis God was calling him to...
Rameses the Great
Real Love: Abuna Elias ChacourLet's join Abuna Elias Chacour, a priest and three-time Nobel Peace Prize nominee, as he...
Reducing Gideon’s Army
Reflections on Jeroboam’s Religious RevolutionTo understand the appeal of Jeroboam’s religious revolution, let’s visit an Egyptian tomb where a...
Religious and Burial Practices in the Patriarchal Period: Dr. Robert Homsher
Rescuer Born Along the NileNow that you have a little perspective on the awe-inspiring nature of Egypt’s royalty, mythology...
Rethinking Cities of Refuge: Abu SabahThe cities of refuge had a cultural setting that makes sense to Bedouin tribes today....
Riot in EphesusUse your VR goggles or scan around with your mouse to visit to the very...
Roman Roads
Romans’ Commercial and Legal Terms – View from Corinth’s Bema
Rome as BabylonPeter, like Paul, was executed by Rome. How did the early church see this center...
Ruth, the Ultimate Immigrant Story: Dr. Daniel Carroll
SABBATH: Learn Why the Number 7 Is Used So Much in the BibleOn page one of the Bible, God orders a beautiful world out of chaotic darkness...
Sacred Companions on a Sacred JourneyDr. Larry Crabb reviews the key topics from SoulCare Courses I, II, and III, discusses...
Samaria, Capital of the North – Case Study in SyncretismLet’s visit the remains of the capital city built by Omri and Ahab. It may...
Samaria, City of Temporary AffluenceUse your VR goggles or scan around with your mouse to see the capital of...
Samaritan PassoverNow I’m going to take you on the top of Mount Gerizim where the Samaritans...
Samaritan Way of Life – Priest Husni Wasef Al Samri
Second ExodusThe Passover and Exodus will take on great significance throughout the rest of Scripture. We...
Semites in Egypt – The Beni Hassan Tomb
Sermon on the Mount – A New Ethic for a New Kingdom
Setting in Biblical NarrativeEvery story has to take place somewhere, and very often locations have a special meaning...
Seventy Palms and Twelve SpringsNot long after Israel joined Miriam’s victory song, they entered a desert that was ill-suited...
Shalom – Peace"Peace" is a very common word in English, that means different things to different people....
Shame and Suffering Today: Pastor Amjad
ShechemNow that you have learned a bit about Shechem and its importance in Judges, let’s...
Shema – ListenIs hearing and listening the same thing? In this video, discover how sound entering your...
Shepherd’s FoldLet’s use a different means to more fully appreciate how Jesus fulfilled Old Testament expectations....
Sight and Blindness – Jesus at the Pool of SiloamCome to a place where one man received physical sight and became a testimony to those who...
Signs of the Covenant: Author Gil Ilutowich
SinaiLet’s explore the traditional site of Mt. Sinai, leaving St. Catherine’s Monastery at its base...
Solomon’s Fleet of Ships
Song of a Vineyard – Judgment for Foul ProduceFidelity to YHWH is at the heart of the book of Isaiah. This message takes...
Song of Songs Summary: A Complete Animated OverviewWatch our Read Scripture video on the Song of Songs, which breaks down the literary...
Songs about the BloodOn our trips onsite, we sing some of the old hymns of the Church about...
Sowing with Tears – Plowing, Planting and Praying: Ronit Maoz
Split Sacrifice – Steve WunderinkNow let’s consider how a ceremony in ancient Egypt can help explain what’s really going...
Spotless LambThe most significant link between Christ and the biblical festivals in John’s Gospel is the...
Springtime in the Shepherds’ FieldsOur last Behind the Text video is in the fields of Bethlehem where a great deal of...
Stations of the Cross Stop #1 – The Sentencing PavementUse your VR goggles or scan around with your mouse to visit the first station...
Stations of the Cross Stop #2 – Church of the CondemnationUse your VR goggles or scan around with your mouse to visit the second station...
Stations of the Cross Stop #5 – Simon Cyrene Carries the CrossUse your VR goggles or scan around with your mouse to visit the fifth station...
Steadfastness in Suffering: Professor Anne Zaki
Succession and Mentoring – View From St. John’s ChurchThe Apostle John is known for many things, not least of which is surviving the...
Sunrise on Mt. SinaiUse your VR goggles or scan around with your mouse to see a beautiful sunrise...
Supernatural or Superstitious? Archangel Inscription at MiletusSpiritual syncretism and superstition continued long after the time of the New Testament. Let’s take...
Superstition, Magic and the Ark of YHWH: Dr. Catherine McDowell
Sweet Water in Jericho – A Visit to Elisha’s SpringThe springs in Jericho are now legendary for their sweetness, but that wasn’t always the...
Synagogue of Sardis, View 1Use your VR goggles or scan around with your mouse to get a stationary view...
Synagogue of Sardis, View 2Now that you've seen the synagogue from one place, let's have a walk around the...
Taking the City of Jerusalem – Joining Joab Inside the Canaanite Tunnels
Tel Jezreel and ValleyVineyards were a valued commodity in the ancient world, being a source of luxury and...
Temple Granaries – Professor Steve WunderinkIn order to explore the context of Joseph’s administration work, this video will take you...
Tent-making Missions – Following Paul’s Example Today
Terror and Intimacy on Mt. Sinai – Elijah at the “Cleft of the Rock”Whether it was at a cleft or a cliff, Elijah found himself at the same...
Text Criticism: Dr. Emanuel TovThe discipline of text criticism involves the reconstruction of the original texts of the Bible...
The Aaronic BenedictionThe oldest text of the Bible found to date is a prayer from Numbers 6:24-26....
The Amalekites at RephidimUse your VR goggles or scan around with your mouse for an immersive visit to...
The Apostle Paul: Acts 8-12Our video on Acts 8-12 explores how God’s Spirit transformed Jesus’ followers from a small...
The Art of Biblical PoetryDid you know that a third of the Bible is ancient Israelite poetry? Poetry is...
The Baptism of Jesus: Luke 3-9The second in a five-part series on the Gospel of Luke. We watch Jesus launch...
The Beginning of the End – Shishak Attacks Rehoboam: Steve WunderinkIt wasn’t so long ago that God’s people left Egypt with the gold of their...
The Bible as Jewish Meditation LiteratureEpisode 4 explores the unique literary style of the Bible that is meant to draw...
The Birth of Jesus: Luke 1-2The first in a five-part series on the Gospel of Luke. We explore the amazing...
The Book of DeuteronomyIn Deuteronomy, Moses delivers his final words of warning and wisdom to the Israelites before...
The Book of Exodus – Part 1The first part of Exodus recounts how Abraham’s family ends up enslaved in Egypt. God...
The Book of Exodus – Part 2In Exodus, the Israelites come to Mt. Sinai, where God invites them into a covenant...
The Book of Job’s Wisdom on How God Runs the WorldHow do you trust God even when life isn’t fair and you suffer for no...
The Book of Proverbs – What It Teaches About Being Good at LifeProverbs is the accumulation of wisdom from generations of godly insightful people. It promotes a...
The Burning BushUse your VR goggles or scan around with your mouse to see the traditional site...
The Carpenter’s SonUse your VR goggles or scan around with your mouse to visit the carpenter's son.
The Centrality of Blood – A Lamb Slaughter at a Bedouin CampFor some rich onsite background to the Passover let's revisit a Bedouin camp and the...
The Christian Legacy of PatmosBefore we leave Patmos let's make a visit to the monastery named after the Apostle...
The Church as God’s Household – View from Ephesus
The Church of Lydia
The Crucifixion of Jesus: Luke 19-23Jesus' work and ministry culminated in a week of controversy leading up to the celebration...
The Dead Sea Scrolls: Dr. Emanuel TovLet’s join the world’s leading Old Testament text and Dead Sea Scrolls scholar, Dr. Emanuel...
The Disturbing But Surprising Wisdom of EcclesiastesIn Ecclesiastes, we hear the skeptical voice of “the teacher.” He observes that living by...
The Embalming of Jacob: Egyptologist Essam ZeidBurial practice tells us a lot about how people viewed their connectedness to family as...
The Garden Tomb – He is Risen!
The Gardens Are Calling – Ronit MaozLet’s join biblical botanist Ronit Maoz to discuss some of the rich symbolism in the...
The Good SamaritanUse your VR goggles or scan around with your mouse to experience the story of...
The Good Samaritan – Above the Treacherous Wadi QeltThe account of the lepers features a Samaritan who, alone, came back to thank his...
The Good ShepherdUse your VR goggles or scan around with your mouse to visit Nazareth Village. You...
The Gospel Is for Believers: Bob OsborneThe gospel is "good news" for those who are far from God and need salvation....
The Holy MountainAfter spending a mostly sleepless night on Mt. Sinai, let’s spend a little more time...
The Holy of Holies – The Edfu Temple: Egyptologist Essam ZeidEgyptologist Essam Zeid provides more background on Solomon’s temple. This will help you understand more...
The Human Condition You Can’t Escape (No Matter Where You Live)Exile is one of the core, yet often overlooked, themes underlying the entire Biblical storyline....
The Key Concepts in SoulCareDr. Larry Crabb reviews the Ten Key Concepts of the Basic Model of SoulCare (taught...
The Kimyal People Receive God’s WordGod’s Word is at the center of Ezekiel’s ministry, and it’s all the more extraordinary...
The King’s HighwayThe major road heading north among the Transjordanian tribes was called the King’s Highway. This...
The Kingdom and the Forces of Evil: Bob OsborneAlthough people in the West often consider talk of evil forces a bit “out there,”...
The Main Message of the Book of Genesis , Part 1God makes a good world and installs humans as its rulers. Humanity rebels and ends...
The Main Message of the Book of Genesis, Part 2In Genesis, God makes a promise that He will bless all nations through Abraham's family....
The Mighty Nile – Source of LifeTo better appreciate the worldview of the Egyptian Empire, we will look at three primary...
The Mount of Temptation – Reliving Israel’s Spiritual JourneyOne particular mountain in the desert is associated with Jesus’ temptation. Let’s visit one site...
The Nile and the Key of Life – Egyptologist Essam ZeidLet’s look at a symbol people still wear today and how it represents the Nile,...
The Olive PressLet’s visit an ancient olive press at Nazareth Village. Use your VR goggles or scan...
The Philistines: An Inside Look – Archaeologist Dr. Seymour GitinWe’ll be hearing a lot in the historical books about the Philistines, Israel’s archrivals. Dr....
The Power and Authority of Christ – View from EphesusWith this background in place, let’s make a personal visit to the ruins of Ephesus,...
The Power of God’s Word: Dr. Ramez AttalahBiblical faith involves faith in what the Bible says and what the Bible can do....
The Power of Prayer: Pastor Sameh Maurice at Kasr El-Dobara Church, CairoLet’s visit the pastor of the largest congregation in the Middle East and hear his...
The Pride of EdomUse your VR goggles or scan around with your mouse to visit Petra, one of...
The Priest as Teacher
The Prodigal Son: Luke 9-19Part three explores the central part of Luke's Gospel. Jesus continues his controversial announcement of...
The Prophetic Sisters of Phrygia
The Pyramids of Ancient EgyptUse your VR goggles or scan around with your mouse to learn how the pyramids...
The Real Conquest – With Paul on the Appian Way
The Resurrection of Jesus: Luke 24This video concludes Luke's epic portrait of Jesus of Nazareth. The disciples discover the empty...
The Samaritan Woman and Russian Bibles: David CollumListen to this incredible story of two women and how it relates to the story...
The Seven Churches of RevelationIt’s been almost 2,000 years since the apostle John was instructed by Jesus to write...
The Siloam Pool and Hezekiah’s Tunnel
The Storehouses of Joseph – Egyptologist Essam Zeid
The Story of the BibleEpisode 2 summarizes the overall story of the Bible as a series of crossroad decisions....
The Story of the Bible in a Sheaf of WheatNow let’s head out to some agricultural territory in Israel to hear a summary of...
The Virtuous Woman as Domestic COO: Dr. Carol MeyersHow do you imagine the ideal woman in ancient Israel? And what might that have...
The Weaver’s WorkUse your VR goggles or scan around with your mouse to have an immersive experience...
The Wise Woman, Abigail: Dr. Carol MeyersDavid’s days of hiding tested his faith. They also gave him a chance to extend...
Theology of the Land: Dr. Munther Isaac
Thessalonica – Another King Named Jesus
This Is the Hope For Ending the Evil that Affects Your LifeIn this video on the Messiah, we explore the mysterious promise on page three of...
This Lie Can Keep You From Living GenerouslyIn the story of the Bible, God is depicted as a generous host who provides...
Three Ways to Choose to Live in “Babylon” (and Which Jesus Chose)If followers of Jesus are to give their total allegiance to God’s Kingdom, how should...
To the DispersionLet's make a visit to a famous ancient synagogue in Turkey to further explore the...
Tombs of the PatriarchsThe most important burial place for the ancestors is in Hebron at a place called...
Torah as Principles: Dr. Dan JusterLet’s jump into an interview already underway with Dr. Dan Juster, Messianic theologian, discussing how...
Tracing Lineage Back to Adam: Samaritan Priest Husni Wasef Al SamriOne of the most amazing aspects of priestly identity was its hereditary nature. Priests saw...
Trade AssociationsChurches were earthly communities that reflected a heavenly citizenship. The Greek name for church, ekklesia, has...
Transgression"Transgression" is one of those Bible words that seems clear until you have to explain...
Triumphing over the Cosmic Spirits – View from the Hierapolis PlutoniumAlong with various philosophical interests, many in Colossae seemed to be fascinated with occult activity....
True Worshipers – View from Mt. GerizimLet’s go up on the mountain where the Samaritans worshiped. Here we’ll gain perspective on...
Types of Loss
Understand How the Holy Spirit Works in the BibleIn this video, we explore the original meaning of the biblical concept of “spirit” and...
Unshakable Moxie: Growing a Resilient FaithFaith, sorrow, hope, regret: Toni and Moriah know them all firsthand. In this first episode...
Urban and Rural Life in Galilee: Dr. Eric MeyersIt may come as a surprise to you that Galilee was, in some ways, more...
Urban Living and Trade in the Patriarchal Period: Dr. Robert Homsher
Vegetable Gardens and Royalty – Ahab and Jezebel’s MistakeAlthough Ahab and Jezebel were chastened by Elijah, they persisted in their evil ways. What...
Via Dolorosa Final Stops – Church of the Holy Sepulchre
Via Dolorosa Stop #1 – The Sentencing Pavement
Via Dolorosa Stop #2 – Church of the Condemnation
Via Dolorosa Stop #5 – Simon Cyrene Carries the Cross
View from an Early Synagogue in Ostia
Voices Daily DevotionalsA collection of daily video devotionals presented by the VOICES Collection of Our Daily Bread...
Wadi Zered – Boundary Between Moab and Edom
Warfare in the Patriarchal Period: Dr. Robert Homsher
Water from the RockAlthough God provided manna every day, His people still faced desperate thirst in the wilderness....
Waters of Chaos and New Creation – Steve Wunderick, Karnak TempleExploring the plagues and the destruction of Pharaoh’s army in the Sea has challenged mythical...
We Become What We Worship: Dr. Catherine McDowell
We Studied “Sin” in the Bible (Here’s What We Found)The word “sin” is one of the most common bad words in the Bible, but...
We Studied the “Day of the Lord” in the Bible (Here’s What We Found)Does God care about all of the evil humans perpetrate in our world, and if...
We Studied the Law in the Bible (Here’s What We Found)In this video, we explore the importance of the ancient laws in the Old Testament....
We Studied the Temple in the Bible (Here’s What We Found)In this video, we explore how Israel’s temple in the Bible is described as the...
We Studied the Tree of Life in the Bible (Here’s What We Found)In the opening pages of the Bible, God gives humanity a gift that they quickly...
What Does It Take to Be a Shepherd?“If you have the heart, you can begin tomorrow.” This was a Bedouin shepherd’s response...
What Good Does It Do To PrayEver wondered if prayer does any good at all? What good does it do to...
What Happened at Pentecost and Why It’s ImportantThe book of Acts shows how God fulfilled His ancient promises to restore His blessing...
What Happened on Israel’s Journey to the Promised LandIn Numbers, Israel leaves Mt. Sinai only to rebel against God at every step. God...
What is Biblical Geography?Although the Bible is not a geography book, it is a book filled with geography....
What is the Bible?This is episode 1 of an ongoing series that explores the origins, content, and purpose...
What It Means to “Love” God (With All Your Heart, Soul and Strength)Let's talk about love, Old Testament style! In this video, we'll explore the various ways...
What It Means to Love God With “All Your Heart”Different cultures have different conceptions of the human heart, what it is and what it...
What It Means to Love God With “All Your Soul”We explore the Hebrew word "nephesh" that often gets translated as "soul." The English word...
What It Means to Love God With “All Your Strength”What does it mean to love God "with all of your strength"? In this final...
What the Idea of “Holiness” Means in the BibleIn this video, we explore the paradox that God’s holiness presents to human beings. God...
Who Owns the Land: Abuna Elias ChacourFor a final treat in this lesson, let’s visit a little village in northern Israel...
Why Do My Prayers Go Unanswered?Someone once said that there was no such thing as an unanswered prayer; just prayers...
Why is Life Unfair?Isn’t it interesting how we define fairness in life? We see life as being fair...
Why Is My Life So Hard?Life is hard. Suffering and struggle are normal in a fallen world as fallen people...
Why Jesus Called Himself the Son of ManIf you thought “Christ” was Jesus’ last name or the title he gave himself, think...
Why Pray?
Why Water Matters in the BibleIn the beginning of the Bible, God transforms a desolate wilderness into a garden through...
Why Would A Good God Allow SufferingYou know some questions that are almost impossible to answer; “Why does a good God...
Wine PressIn the final section of Isaiah (63:1-6) the prophet returns to vineyard imagery to describe...
Women in Ancient Israel: Perspectives from Household Archaeology – Dr. Carol Meyers
Women’s Roles in the Church – View from Ephesus
You’re Supposed to Rule the World (Here’s How)This video on the Image of God traces the idea of humans as co-rulers alongside...
Zacchaeus and Social Reciprocity – From Tax Collector to Child of Abraham
Zedekiah’s Final Escape – Following the Last King’s FootstepsIsrael’s hope had been anchored in God’s promises to David’s royal line and to dwelling...
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1st JohnWhy should we care about 1 John? It’s five short chapters and a letter not...
A Walking Tour of the GospelsDo the words of the Bible ever just feel like words on a page? If...
Calling To And FromIn the gospel accounts of Jesus calling his first disciples and then others to follow,...
Cling podcastAuthor Kim Cash Tate feels there's just something about the word "cling" in Deuteronomy 13:4....
Deal with It!Conflict in the church? What? How can Christians not get along? Easy - we’re humans....
Doubting Our DoubtsDoubt. One thing that every person who has lived long enough has in common is...
EcclesiastesWe often don't know what our expectations are until they go unmet. And then suddenly,...
Five Geographical Firsts in the Life of JesusBible geography expert Dr. Jack Beck returns for more conversations that demonstrate how location is...
God in Three PersonsOne of the most mysterious ideas within the Scriptures is the teaching that God is...
How to Read the PsalmsThe Psalms are not a random collection of ancient poems, but are an intentionally organized...
In Pursuit of JesusAt some point in your life as a follower of Christ, would you say that...
Intentional ChristianWhat are you going to do with your life, and will it matter? Those are...
It’s All about Grace (A Study on Galatians)No one wants to live in a society where anything goes. The need for law...
John Revealing Jesus Revealing GodHost of the Our Daily Bread Films "In Pursuit of..." series, Dr. Constantine Campell takes...
Lord, Teach Us to PrayIt’s nice to know that when God says, “Can we talk?” it’s an invitation, not...
Paul, the Letter WriterMany Christians today imagine the apostle Paul sitting down at a desk one afternoon in...
Praying for OthersOne of the great privileges of being a follower of Christ is the opportunity to...
Praying Paul’s PrayersPaul mentioned praying for the churches he's writing to in several of his letters, but...
Reading Hope with the Black ChurchGrowing up in the American South, Esau McCaulley knew firsthand the ongoing struggle between despair...
Reading the GospelsThe word gospel means good news, and that must be taken seriously. This week, join...
Reading the Old TestamentWhat do you do with passages in the Old Testament that can be troubling? Many...
Spirit PrayerHow can we pray when we can’t seem to pray? When we can’t put our...
Spiritual FormationWhat do you think of when you hear the words, "You need to grow up?"...
The 12 Minor ProphetsThere is a section of scripture in the Old Testament that most of us rarely...
The Compassion of JesusThink of someone important in your life. If you were asked to describe them with...
The Essence of PrayerPrayer has often been referred to as the “breath of the Christian life.” It is...
The Gospel of RuthTraditionally, the Old Testament book of Ruth has been viewed as a love story. But...
The Holy LandJerusalem is where Jesus was crucified. Samaria is where Jesus revealed himself to the woman...
The Impact of PlaceScholar and educator Dr. John Beck believes that location almost always shapes our understanding of...
The Impact of the ResurrectionThe historical and theological impact of Christ’s resurrection are extremely important, but is there more?...
The Lord’s Prayer: Talking to the Father about the FatherDoes your church pray the Lord’s Prayer as part of its liturgy? Do you ever...
The Mercy Prayer“Lord, have mercy.” It’s the most prayed prayer in the Bible. In this series of...
The Prayer CoinMost of us find prayer baffling. Sometimes even unsatisfying. At the heart of our struggle...
The Reveal: Reading RevelationWhy should we care about 1 John? It’s five short chapters and a letter not...
The Wisdom of JamesThis series of 10 conversations focuses on our need for wisdom in conflict. If the...
The Wisdom of PeterThis series of 10 conversations focuses on the story and reflections of one of Jesus’...
The Wisdom Of SolomonThis series of 10 conversations takes a look at the remarkable twists and turns in...
When We Pray Like JesusMost of us find prayer baffling. Sometimes even unsatisfying. At the heart of our struggle...
Why Can’t We All Just Get Along?Someone once said that if it weren’t for people, life would be easy. Right? But...
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All Creation SingsDuring his many years of missionary work in India, Dr. Paul Brand developed a great...
Better than Gold: The Life-Changing Wisdom of the BibleThree thousand years ago Solomon wrote, “Wisdom is more profitable than silver, and her wages...
Bible TimelineThe document provides an overview of the Bible's structure and timeline, highlighting key events, people,...
Celebrating the Wonder of CreationRediscover the wonder of God in creation, as educator and naturalist Dean Ohlman takes a...
Did Christ Really Rise From The Dead?No other single issue is more central to the Christian faith than the reality of...
Do Christians Believe in Three Gods?Find out what the Bible says about the relationship between the Father, Son, and Holy...
Evangelism: Reaching Out through RelationshipsEvangelism: Reaching Out Through Relationships shows how you can share the gospel message with your mouth...
For This He Came: Jesus’ Journey to the CrossIn 2007, four years after LeBron James announced that he was bypassing college and going directly...
Fresh Start – 7 Day FastThe Park Church's 7-Day Church-Wide Fast is focused on the theme "Fresh Start: Engage!" This...
Genesis to Revelation: Why the Whole Story of the Bible MattersReading the Bible can seem daunting. All the stories, names, and places of the New...
Get Outside: Knowing God through His CreationCreation draws us to God. In Get Outside, you will see how ordinary outdoor moments can...
How Can I Learn to PrayWhen Jesus’ disciples asked of Him, “Lord, teach us to pray” (Luke 11:1) they were...
How to Read the Bible: The General EpistlesMark Strauss introduces seven letters—called general epistles—in the New Testament (James, 1 & 2 Peter,...
In the Beginning: God and Creation in Genesis“What we know and agree on is far more important than what we don’t know...
Is the Bible Reliable?“For many, the Bible describes a world they have never seen and cannot accept.”–Dennis Moles...
Jesus’ Blueprint for PrayerCommunicating with God is as important to your spiritual well-being as breathing is to your...
Knowing God Through 1 PeterIs there anything in your life worth dying for? Almost 2,000 years ago, a man...
Knowing God Through ActsChange. Sometimes it’s good. Sometimes it’s bad. Unfortunately, the bad kind of change is often...
Knowing God through ExodusExodus is history for today! It is the story of God’s ability to save us...
Knowing God through EzekielA well-known businessman recently said that in spite of all his wealth and fame he...
Knowing God Through GalatiansIn this study of Paul’s letter to the Galatians, author Herb Vanderlugt offers insight to...
Knowing God through GenesisIt’s our prayer that this booklet, written by David Egner, will help you to know...
Knowing God Through HebrewsThe writer of Hebrews was not satisfied to regard Jesus as a great spiritual leader...
Knowing God through IsaiahTo know that someone is our friend is to be sure of his joy in...
Knowing God through ProverbsWisdom, according to Solomon, is the all-important goal in life. He said, “Happy is the...
Knowing God Through RevelationAs we rush toward the year 2000, we sense an air of apprehension and expectation...
Knowing God Through RomansFreedom from the law! For 2,000 years, Paul’s letter to the Romans has proclaimed the...
Knowing God through the New TestamentWhat makes the New Testament new? What does it tell us that the Old Testament...
Knowing God Through The Old TestamentEvery person who truly wants to know God must read the Old Testament. Its 39...
Knowing God Through The Whole BibleThe Bible is more than a book about morality, a chosen nation, miracle rescues, and...
Knowing God Through ThessaloniansI remember a conversation I had with some friends of mine at the outset of...
Knowing God through ZechariahLife on planet earth is fragile. We live every day under the threat of catastrophic...
Lands of the Bible: Places that Shape ScriptureWe all have real needs; and the Bible tells a story that meets them. This is...
Let’s Pray: Talking to God with the Words of the BibleAs much as we want to talk to God, sometimes it’s difficult to find words...
Living an Authentic Christian LifeWhat does it mean to live a real Christian life? In an excerpt from his...
Moving Mountains: The Practice of Persistent PrayerThe Bible says a lot about the need for persistence and faith in prayer, and...
Praying with Confidence: Overcoming Disappointment in PrayerHaving a conversation with God can sometimes be a struggle, especially when you feel that...
Ready. Set. Pray. 31 Days of PrayerThe Park Church's "31 Days of Prayer" is a spiritual initiative for 2024, encouraging its...
Real Christians Can Look Like They Are NotDisappointment is often attached to our encounters with people who don’t measure up to what...
Signs and Wonders: Getting to the Heart of Jesus’ MiraclesIn 2006, National Geographic News reported that US and Israeli scientists had come up with a theory...
Spiritual Living in a Secular CultureHow can you maintain your personal faith in God in the midst of a constantly...
Talking with the Father: Jesus Teaches on PrayerIn Talking with My Father, Ray Stedman looks at our deep need for prayer and the...
Teach Us to PrayDraw closer to God by deepening your understanding of what Jesus taught about prayer and...
Ten Reasons to Believe Christ Rose from the DeadIn a world filled with belief systems making religious claims, how can you know what...
Ten Reasons to Believe Christians Can Look Like They Are NotDisappointment is often attached to our encounters with people who don’t measure up to what...
Ten Reasons to Believe in a God Who Allows SufferingNatural disasters. Terrorist acts. Injustice. Incurable disease. All these experiences point to suffering, and can...
Ten Reasons to Believe in the BibleWe are surrounded by claims of religious authority—sacred books, spiritual leaders, and ceremonial activities abound....
Ten Reasons to Believe in the Christian FaithYou’re Not Alone. In a world filled with belief systems making religious claims, how can...
Ten Reasons to Believe in the Existence of GodIs there a God? Atheists say no such being exists, yet have no proof. Agnostics...
The 22 Most Common Mistakes Made by Church Leadership Teams During a Time of Senior Pastoral TransitionTransitioning leadership in a church is a critical time that requires careful planning and spiritual...
The Call of Wisdom: Insight from the Book of Proverbs“Wisdom, as described throughout the book of Proverbs, is about making wise decisions in the...
The Compassion of JesusIn a world full of hurting and broken hearts we could use compassion. Jesus defined...
The Greatest Story Ever ToldFrom Genesis to Revelation, a story unfolds that begins and ends in paradise—the greatest story...
The Holidays of God: Spring FeastsDiscover the person and mission of Messiah in a fresh and exciting light, as you...
The Lands of the Bible TodayFrom Genesis to Revelation, God revealed Himself and His story of redemption. He used people...
The Minor Prophets“God is concerned about more than just his people. Indeed, his plan had always been...
The Passion of Christ: Reflecting on History’s Darkest HourNo moments in history deserve more quiet reflection than the hours of Jesus’ suffering just...
The Prayer Coin: Daring to Pray with Honest AbandonWhen asked, “How does Jesus teach us to pray?” most Christians would probably answer, “Through...
Understanding the Bible: Letter to the HebrewsReading the book of Hebrews in the Bible can take us from great theological heights...
Understanding the Bible: New TestamentThe words New Testament don't tell us a lot about the content of the New...
Understanding the Bible: Old TestamentFor many, the Old testament can seem historically confusing and filled with strange customs. While...
Understanding the Bible: Poetic BooksGod chose to reveal himself and his plan of salvation in part through poetry in...
Understanding the Bible: The Book of ActsThe book of Acts is part two of the compelling story of Jesus and reveals...
Understanding the Bible: The GospelsThe four New Testament books known as the Gospels give us a rich perspective into...
Understanding the Bible: The History BooksSince the fall of man, God passionately pursues a relationship with His people. The historical...
Understanding the Bible: The Letters of Paul.When writing to churches and individuals, the apostle Paul’s letters were filled with practical instruction...
Understanding the Bible: The PentateuchUnderstanding the Bible: The Pentateuch examines the first five books of the Old Testament to help...
Understanding the Bible: Wisdom BooksGod created us with the ability to make choices. But He also offers wisdom to...
What Every Christian Needs to Know about Reading the BibleDo you ever struggle when reading the Bible? Sometimes, the meaning behind what the author...
What We Believe: Foundations of Christian DoctrineAs important as a foundation is to the strength and stability of a house, so...
Why We Believe: Evidences for Christian FaithHow can you be confident in sharing your faith with others? In this booklet, Mart...
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Explore God – Video SeriesExplore God creates credible content for people with spiritual questions and curiosities. Who has those?...
God at the Center: Habits for Spiritual GrowthGod has called us to a joyful and victorious life in Him. While there’s no...
Going the Distance: Practices to Strengthen Your FaithHave you ever wondered why Scripture compares running to faith? They both require consistency and...
I Am SecondIn 2008, a small group of people in the Dallas-Ft. Worth area met to discuss...
Keys to Reading the GospelsExploring the Scriptures is tremendously important; it is the primary way we have of discovering...
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My Soul in Silence: Prayer as Listening and WaitingPrayer. To this day, simply hearing the word can evoke a wave of fear, guilt,...
Praying with Aunt SallyWe huddled outside her window, bundled against the damp December wind. Pandemic protocol prevented us...
Reading the Bible without Fear: A Few Tips for the JourneyDiscover how your relationship with Scripture can grow, even if it feels sporadic at times....
Risking Prayer“Whether or not . . . you have ever dared to pray.” Mary Oliver, “Morning...
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The Intimacy of Prayer: Stepping into God’s PresencePrayer is one of the basic practices of the Christian life. It is one of...
The Park Church Living Faith LibraryExplore a list of topical Bible Study e-courses that invite us to live out our...
The Sacrifice of the IncarnationI remember the day I left home for Bible college. It was filled with anticipation,...
The Timothy InitiativeThe Timothy Initiative (TTI) is a global movement that makes and multiplies disciples, churches, and...
What Is a Bible Dictionary and How Do I Use It?A Bible dictionary (or Bible encyclopedia) is one of the most helpful resources you can...
Why Read the Bible?Author and mathematician David Berlinski is no Christian, yet he’s a big proponent of the...
Wounded Warrior: Struggling to PrayPrayer is the one area where we can grow stronger as everything else becomes weaker....
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A Cloud of Women: The Powerful Connection between Black Women and Women of the BibleA Cloud of Women elevates dozens of biblical women, pointing out parallels between their life experiences...
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A Walking Tour of the Gospels“The disciples encountered the message of Jesus bonded to the soil, scenery, and people of...
Blessed Is She and Blessed Is She JournalThe Blessed Is She book and companion prayer journal inspire you to grow closer to God as...
Brotherhood: 40 Success Stories and Faith Principles for Black Men in CommunityIf our sons are to fulfill their God-given destinies, we must make them understand and...
Caring Well: 90 Self-Care Devotions for the African American CaregiverCaregiving is a core value in the African American culture. And godly women of faith...
Cling: Choosing a Lifestyle of Intimacy with GodKim Cash Tate has had her share of the imperfect, the disappointing, and the trying...
Courageous Faith: A Lifelong Pursuit of Faith over FearAt times we don’t feel like going on. But we must! In this book you’ll...
Different Like MeIn Different Like Me, take your child on a journey with a diverse cast of children...
Discovery House Bible Atlas“Those living in the Promised Land had the settings for Bible stories all around them,”...
God is Our Help: Our Daily Bread Reflections for Living with His Love and StrengthIn times of trouble, it’s important to realize who you turn to for help. God Is...
Journey to Freedom: Discovering the God of Deliverance, An Exodus Bible StudyNatasha Sistrunk Robinson invites you to read Exodus with a fresh perspective, and find your...
Navigating the Blues: Where to Turn When Worry, Anxiety, or Depression Steals Your HopeDon’t navigate the blues on your own. In this 90-day devotional, Our Daily Bread author Katara Washington...
Our Struggle, Our Hope, Our Victory: 90 Devotions on God’s Ever-Present HelpReflect, remember, and realize. Our Struggle, Our Hope, Our Victory invites you to reflect on God’s wisdom...
Peace through Prayer: Rest and Restoration for Your Soul“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you.” —John 14:27 NIV When we...
Praying the Prayers of the Bible“Come and talk with me.”—Psalm 27: 8 David cried out to the Lord for help...
Rhythms of Rest: 40 Devotions for Women on the MoveRhythms of Rest provides a respite for you to simply be still and spend time with...
Shout For Joy!: Psalm 100Children will learn to trust God and sing His praises in this original paraphrase of...
Soul Care in African American PracticeIn the midst of our hectic, overscheduled lives, caring for the soul is imperative. Now,...
Stand Strong: 365 Devotions for Men by MenWhen pressure rises from the expectations of life, men need to know that they can...
Tell the Story: 40 Devotions with Reflections on Black HistoryLearn how you can have persevering faith by reading the testimonies of some of the...
The Good Shepherd: 40 Biblical Insights on Leading and Being LedWhat does a good shepherd look like? How does he or she act? How does...
The Lands of the Bible TodayThis visual tour of the Holy Land brings 44 places in that region up close...
The Whole Man: 40 Spiritual Reflections from Black Men on the Head, Heart, Hands, and SoulGrow closer to God with your entire being. Written by Christian Black men who speak...
Unshakable MoxieWhat is a woman of moxie? In a world that cries out for women to be...
Unshakeable Faith: African American Stories of Redemption, Hope, and CommunityBe challenged by stories of African Americans who reveal a Christianity that offers hope, community,...
You See Me, God: Inspired by Psalm 139Inspired by Psalm 139, You See Me, God introduces your children to the truth that...
Interactive Media
A Map of Rebellion
Assyrian Invasion
Babylonian Invasion
Cats and Mice
Context of Jesus’ Early Ministry
Deborah and Gideon
Exile and Return
First Missionary Journey of Paul and Companions
Galilee in Jesus’ Day
Herod’s Building Projects
Jewish Centers in the Roman Empir
Jonah’s JourneyJonah is a prophet from Ephraim who declared that God would expand Israel’s borders. This...
Journeys of the PatriarchsNow that we’ve had a chance to join Abraham, Isaac and Jacob on their journey...
Letters and Visits on Paul’s Journeys
Obadiah’s Geography
Paul’s Missionary Journeys
Places in Amos
Post-Exile Diaspora
Routes of the ExodusNow that we’re deep in the story of the Exodus, let’s pull back and review...
Samson
Solomon’s Temple
The Hammurabi SteleThe laws given to Israel were unique in many important ways. However, royal law collections...
The Land that Remains
The Seven Churches of Revelation
Tombs of the PatriarchsLet’s take a look at where the ancestors were buried in this interactive map. This...
Tribal Allotments in Joshua
Conversation
Bible PrayersThe prayers of the Bible are honest and authentic, but can we really say those...
Can Studying Scripture Bring Hope?Is studying Scripture a skill all Christians can learn, or is it just too hard?...
ContextualizationDid God adapt His language in the Bible to fit different contexts? Does the Bible...
Following Your God-Given Calling“How can I know what God wants for my life?” Dr. Angie Ward talks with...
Geographical Significance of The Land of IsraelWhile the Bible conveys its narrative visually, our approach is often dominated by textual interpretation....
How to Have Meaningful Conversations, Part I: Larry CrabbHow can we cultivate conversations that matter with those around us? In part 1 of...
How to Have Meaningful Conversations, Part II: Larry CrabbHow can we cultivate conversations that matter with those around us? In part 2 of...
How to Have Meaningful Conversations, Part III: Larry CrabbHow can we cultivate conversations that matter with those around us? In part 3 of...
How to Read the Book of RevelationWhat is the book of Revelation really about? The end times? Doom and gloom? Or...
In Pursuit of JesusHow do people react to Jesus? How did people react to Jesus during his time...
Issues Impacting the Global ChurchWhat issues are impacting the growth of the church globally? From technology to mental health...
Questions about PrayerIs prayer more than just “talking to God?” David Frees talks with James Banks about...
Spiritual Formation & Spiritual DirectionShould the church draw inspiration from corporate practices? Plunge into a fascinating discussion between Dr....
Spiritual Warfare in a Global PerspectiveUnveiling the unseen: do spiritual entities and demonic possession exist? Join the riveting talk with...
The History of the Church Is Global: Don FairbairnAre you curious about how God works to bring about His Kingdom through such a...
Unlocking New Testament CultureWhat do we miss when we read the New Testament without a deep understanding of...
Why Believe?Why should we believe in God? Evan Morgan and Don Barkley discuss some of the...
Why Is the Resurrection Such a Big Deal?What if Jesus wasn’t raised from the dead? Would Christianity still matter? Don Barkley shares...
Reading Plan
365 Devotions From Genesis to RevelationHelp kids discover how God reveals His promises of creation, love, and redemption through the...
Bible Study BasicsIf you began today, you could spend a lifetime looking for and discovering all of...
Celebrate the Life & Legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. led the charge to improve the lives of marginalized people,...
Celebrating Mercy, Justice, and Peace: Three Reflections in Honor of Martin Luther King Jr. DayWhat can MLK’s legacy teach us about faith? This 3-day app-only Reading Plan explores how...
Forever Faithful 10-Day DevotionalFocus on God’s faithfulness with 10 devotions from Our Daily Bread that share stories illustrating...
In Pursuit of JesusJesus is one of the most talked about figures in history. Some love Him. Some...
Navigating the BluesSuffering from depression or anxiety? You are not alone. In this 5-day Reading Plan, Katara...
Oh, FreedomThrough songs of freedom, this special edition of Our Daily Bread displays God’s faithfulness across...
Old Testament BasicsThis study of the Old Testament will help you understand how all the stories fit...
On the Shoulders of GiantsMeditate on the rich legacies of famous and lesser-known African American heroes this Black History...
Our Daily Bread Teen AdditionOur Daily Bread Teens Edition is a 30-day reading plan with bite-sized devotions and relatable...
Remember the DreamCapture a glimpse of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s spirit in three personal stories whose...
Spiritual Life BasicsThe New Testament challenges each of us to “grow in the grace and knowledge of...
This Far By FaithBrought to you by Our Daily Bread, this collection of devotional readings in celebration of...
Voices of FaithLearn about and celebrate Black History Month with this 10-day devotional inspired by the persevering...
When I Don’t Feel Okay: Teen DevotionalToday's teenagers often face emotional struggles and doubts while dealing with various life challenges. However,...