Bible Stories

Joash, the boy-king who showed so much promise, plummets into darkness and does the unthinkable. Today's story comes from 2 Chronicles 24. 

The king of Judah is seven years old....and we've got say, this seven year old does a great job! 

Our story comes from 2 Kings 12. 

Today begins a story of intrigue and betrayal. Join us in 2 Kings 11 where we encounter the horrific deeds of Athaliah, the only ruling Queen of Judah. 

Join us as we read the Scripture and discover what happened on Easter Sunday. 

Join us as we read the Scripture and discover what happened on the Saturday before Easter. 

Join us as we read the Scripture and discover what happened on the Friday before Easter. 

Join us as we read the Scripture and discover what happened on the Thursday before Easter. 

Join us as we read the Scripture and discover what happened on the Wednesday before Easter. 

Join us as we read the Scripture and discover what happened on the Tuesday before Easter. 

Join us as we read the Scripture and discover what happened on the Monday before Easter. 

Join us as we read the Scripture detailing what happened on Palm Sunday. 

David is in trouble. He's exhausted and in desperate need of a break; and the Lord provides him just that.

We're in John 2 and Exodus 12 as we explore Jesus' first recorded Passover and the very first Passover. We'll do a deep dive into an outlawed form of bread. 

We're in Luke 7 today where we find Jesus stopping a funderal procession to perform an incredible miracle!

Matt and Addie Mullins share a Bible story.

The book of Nehemiah closes with surprise and disappointment. 

We're in Nehemiah 8 and the wall is finished! The people come together and ask for a Bible study - tears of repentance lead to the rediscovery of an old holiday. Check it out!

The enemies of Jerusalem seek again to halt progress on the wall, but, considering their straightforward attacks have failed, the men seek to isolate Nehemiah through deception. 

Nehemiah faces his most demoralizing threat yet: the people are taking advantage of one another. Follow along as Nehemiah must deal with greed and treachery. 

We're in Nehemiah chapter 4 where Jerusalem's enemies present a clear threat. Sanballat's displeasure turns to hate and the builders must stand their ground in the face of a potential war. 

It's Christmas time! Join us as we explore Luke chapter 1. 

We're in Nehemiah chapter 3 in today's episode! Everyone is working on the wall....everyone. Nehemiah tactfully chooses who will be working where and with whom. Take a listen to learn more!

It's episode 250! Listen in as we jump into Nehemiah chapter two. 

We pick up today's story in Nehemiah chapter 1 where were are introduced to a problem and a hero. 

We're back in Judges 8 and Gideon has successfully defeated Israel's enemies. However, he makes a choice that will forever taint his legacy. 

We're back with Gideon in Judges 6-8 and THINGS ARE HAPPENING! Gideon receives a couple of signs and then it's time for a "fight" with the Midianites. 

We're in Judges 6 today where we meet a hiding farmer named Gideon. He has an encounter with Jesus that changes his life. 

We finish up our adventure with Paul in Athens as he delivers an all-time great talk!

Our story comes from Acts 17

Todd is back from retracing the steps of Paul in Greece! Today, Todd and Matt discuss Acts 17 and Paul's visit to Athens, Greece. 

The mother of James and John approaches Jesus with a special request. Tune in to hear about this unique story from Matthew 20!

Jesus provides Kingdom perspective to those who are pursuing places of honor. 

The Apostle John helps a church to understand who God is and how they should interact with Him.

Our story comes from 1 John 1. 

Paul and Barnabas are on a missionary journey when they encounter a wizard named Bar-Jesus. Take a listen and learn what happens next!

Our story comes from Acts 13. 

We're in Acts 4, and the Church is on the move. Peter and John are arrested, released, and return to the brothers and sisters. They pray for boldness, and God sends His answer via contained earthquake!

Paul is set on going to Jerusalem but his friends beg him not to make the journey. Learn why in today's Bible Story!

John walked with Jesus, was in the inner circle, he was even tasked to take care of Mary by Jesus himself as he was dying on the cross. And now John is old. He's become a spiritual father (and even grandfather) but trouble is brewing. Antichrists have infiltrated a church and are leading the people away. John writes a letter to protect those he loves. 

Join us in a conversation about Pharaoh's daughter in the book of Exodus!

Learn about the unique demise of Herod!

We're back with another Jesus story! Join us as Jesus brings hope to the hopeless in this exciting Bible Story. 

Today's story comes from Luke 18 - the persistent widow. It's a parable about God's character and His desire for us to consistently bring our prayers before the throne. Check it out!

You've gotta hear this story to believe it! David's mightiest warriors put their lives on the line to get a glass of tap water for David. 

Tune in to today's episode to learn about what happened on Easter Sunday!

Women discover the empty tomb

Matthew 28:1-7

Mark 16:1-7

John 20:1

The women tell the disciples

Matthew 28:8-10

Mark 16:8

Luke 24:8-11

John 20:2

Peter and John rush to the tomb

Luke 24:12

John 20:3-10

Mary returns to the tomb and encounters Jesus

John 20:11-18

Encounter on Emmaus Road

Luke 24:13-35

Jesus appears to the ten without Thomas

Luke 24:36-43

John 20:19-23

Tune in to learn about what happened on the Saturday before Easter!

Tune in to learn more about what happened on the Friday before Easter. 

The betrayal and arrest of Jesus

Matthew 26:47-56

Mark 14:43-52

Luke 22:47-53

John 18:2-12

The Jewish trial of Jesus (Phase 1)

John 18:13-14, 19-24

The Jewish trial of Jesus (Phase 2)

Matthew 26:57, 59-68

Mark 14:53, 55-65

Luke 22:63-71

Peter denies Jesus

Matthew 26:58, 69-75

Mark 14:54, 66-72

Luke 22:54b-62

John 18:15-18, 25-27

The Jewish trial of Jesus (Phase 3: The verdict)

Mark 27:1-2

Mark 15:1

Judas hangs himself

Matthew 27:3-10

The Roman Trial of Jesus (Phase 1)

Matthew 27:11-14

Mark 15:2-5

Luke 23:1-7

John 18:28-38

The Roman trial of Jesus (Phase 2)

Luke 23:8-12

The Roman trial of Jesus (Phase 3)

Matthew 27:15-26

Mark 15:6-15

Luke 23:13-25

John 18:38b-19:16

Jesus is mocked and marched to Golgotha

Matthew 27:27-34

Mark 15:16-23

Luke 23:26-31

John 19:16b-17

The crucifixion

Matthew 27:35-44

Mark 15:24-32

Luke 23:33-43

John 19:18-27

The Death of Jesus

Matthew 27:45-56

Mark 15:33-41

Luke 23:44-49

John 19:28-37

The Burial of Jesus

Matthew 27:57-61

Mark 15:42-47

Luke 23:50-56

John 19:38-42

Take a listen to learn more about the Thursday before Easter!

Jesus intructs his disciples Peter and John to secure a large upper room in a house in Jerusalem and to prepare for the Passover meal: Luke 22:7-13

In the evening Jesus eats the Passover meal with the Twelve, tells them of the coming betrayal, and institutes the Lord's Supper: Luke 22:14-30

During supper Jesus washes the disciples' feet, interacts with them, and delivers the Upper Room Discourse: John 13:1-17:26

Jesus and the disciples sing a hymn together, then depeart to the Mount of Olives: Matthew 26:30

Jesus predicts Peter's denials: Matthew 26:31-35

Jesus issues final practical commands about supplies and provisions: Luke 22:35-38

Jesus and the disiples go to Gethsemane, where he struggles in prayer and they struggle to stay awak late into the night: Matthew 26:36-46

Tune in to learn about what happened on the Wednesday before Easter!

Tune in to learn more about what Jesus did for you on the Tuesday before Easter. 

Take a listen to learn more about what happened on the Monday before Easter!

Welcome to Palm Sunday! Take a listen and learn about Jesus' triumphal entry to Jerusalem. 

Readings:

Jesus enters Jerusalem: Matthew 21:1-11

Jesus predicts his death: John 12:20-36

Jesus visits the temple: Matthew 21:14-17

This episode dives into the details of Proverbs 31. 

Jesus invites one of the least likely candidates to follow Him. Tune in to learn more about this unlikely disciple and Jesus' opinion on extending hope and connection to those on the outskirts. 

A sick woman breaks the rules and inserts herself into a crowd - she needs a miracle and she's determined to get it. What will Jesus do when this rule-breaker slows him down? 

Our story comes from Luke 8. 

The Lord provides a protocol to his people for...mold identification. Take a listen and learn how the Lord shielded the Israelites from potential harm. 

Our story comes from Leviticus 14. 

A group of friends is determined to get their buddy, who can not walk, to Jesus. However, an obstacle stands in their way - what happens next?

Our story comes from Mark 2.

Abraham is challenged to offer his son as a sacrifice. What will he do? 

Our story comes from Genesis 22. 

Merry Christmas! We explore Luke 2 in this merry episode of Bible Stories.

It's Christmas time! Today's story comes from Luke 1. We find an incredible scene in which the angel Gabriel visits Mary to deliver incredible news. 

Jesus returns to his hometown and does some teaching. The people are amazed, inspired, and then furious. 

Our story today comes from Luke 4. 

We're back in Cana! A desperate man approaches Jesus and begs for his intervention.

Our story comes from John 4.

The disciples are amazed by Jesus' conversation with the Samaritan woman. They learn a valuable lesson about the heart of Christ and the mission ahead. 

Our story comes from John 4. 

We're in John 4 and Jesus has a conversation with a woman who is living on the outskirts of society. She's hated by many, judged by practically all, and she's about to come face to face with the opportunity of a lifetime. 

David makes a bad choice and ends up with a decision to make - what consequence will he choose? 

The followers of John the Baptist are upset! Jesus has been growing in popularity and John's guys don't want to lose the limelight. Tune in to hear how John responds. 

Jesus is visited by Nicodemus and the conversation takes a turn. 

Jesus makes his way to Jerusalem for Passover and finds something shocking. Jesus takes care of business. 

Jesus performs his first miracle.

Today's story comes from John 2.

John's ministry shifts as some of his disciples leave. Where do they go? Find out on this episode of Bible Stories!

Jesus drives out an impure spirit, heals a woman of a fever and much more!

Our story comes from Luke 4. 

Jesus begins to preach and things are going very well...until he returns to his hometown. 

Today's Bible Story comes from Luke 4.

Jesus, led by the Holy Spirit, enters the wilderness where he is tempted by Satan. 

Our story comes from Matthew 4. 

John the Baptist has been promising the coming Messiah and here He is!

Our story comes from Matthew 3.

Before Ferris Bueller was David. In a comedic scene from 1 Samuel 19, David makes a tense escape. 

Dorcas is a follower of Christ and a champion for the poor. A community rallies upon her death and all eyes are on Peter to do something about it. 

Our story comes from Acts 9. 

After storming off from his wedding feast and leaving his wife there alone, Samson thinks that he's STILL married. When he finds out that his wife has been given away to someone else, Samson goes wild. 

Our story comes from Judges 15. 

We're in Judges 14 and Samson is all grown up. A fetching Philistine woman catches his eye and drama ensues. 

The Angel of the Lord shares with two Israelites about their soon to be child - a man who would be at the tip of the spear in the battle against the Philistines. 

Our story comes from Judges 13. 

A woman believes that she will be healed if she touches Jesus' clothes.  Our story comes from Mark 5:25-34

Stephen is serving, teaching, and performing wonders. However, when the powers that be rise in opposition, Stephen becomes the first Christian martyr. 

Our story comes from Acts 6 & 7. 

Abraham entrusts his servant to embark on a mission of love.

Today's story comes from Genesis 24.

Hannah prays for a child and the Lord answers her prayers. Todd and Matt each share their families story of infertility. 

Our story comes from 1 Samuel 1. 

A wealthy and influential leader in the community is also a secret disciple of Jesus. During the Passion Week, when all of the 11 had scattered, this secret disciple steps up. 

David runs from Saul and finds himself in the wilderness, surrounded by unlikely support. Saul learns of David and Jonathan's friendship and aims to dole out punishment. 

David is on the run from King Saul. He finds himself in Goliath's hometown and, in efforts to avoid death, David takes extraordinary action. 

Today's story comes from 1 Samuel 21. 

Angels, shepherds and incredible news!

Joseph and a very pregnant Mary travel to Bethlehem. 

Today's story comes from Luke 2. 

Meet Joseph! He's a righteous man who has an incredible decision to make. 

Today's story comes from Matthew 1. 

Mary travels to her relative's Elizabeth house. The two have an incredible encounter. 

Mary receives incredible news!

Jesus has always been. 

Ahab and Jezebel's son, Jehoram, is king of Israel and he's got a problem - Moab is rebelling again. A series of events is set into motion that leads to tragedy. 

Today's story comes from 2 Kings 3. 

King Ahab and Queen Jezebel's son, King Ahaziah, falls through a window. He sends a group of men to inquire of an idol as to whether he will recover or not. The king gets an answer but not from who he expected. 

Today's story comes from 2 Kings chapter one. 

Today's story puts Timothy front and center - a young man who makes an incredible impact on the Church. Timothy, however, didn't mature on his own. Enter two powerful characters: Eunice and Lois. 

Today's story can be found in 2 Timothy 1. 

Gideon's son once again lets his anger take control. This time, things don't go so well.

Today's Bible Story comes from Judges 9. 

We're in Judges 9 today and we're introduced into some intense Gideon family drama. 

The Holy Spirit arrives and thousands come to faith. Learn about how the people in the early Church treated one another in today's Bible Stories. 

Today's episode comes from Acts 2. 

The Disciples Roster is one short - it's time to choose someone new! 

Our story today comes from Acts 1. 

Two ministry partners have a disagreement and part ways. Find out what the beef was about. 

Today's story comes from Acts 15.