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
402 episodes
There Was No King In Israel (Part 1) (Level 3 | 88)
We delve into the dark period of Israel's history during the time of the Judges, focusing on Judges Chapter 17. We explore the story of Micah, a man from the hill country of Ephraim, who builds a personal shrine filled with idols and hires a Le...
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Episode 148
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Samson, Philistine Destroyer (Part 2) (Level 3 | 87)
We continue exploring the life of Samson, the Philistine destroyer. We delve into his pattern of disobedience, his encounters with Philistine women, and his downfall at the hands of Delilah. Despite Samson's repeated failures to uphold his Naza...
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Episode 147
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Samson, Philistine Destroyer (Part 1) (Level 3 | 86)
We explore the early life and exploits of Samson, the Nazarite dedicated to God from birth. We discuss his miraculous birth to a barren woman and his vow as a Nazarite, which included abstaining from alcohol, avoiding contact with dead bodies, ...
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Episode 146
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Gideon, Let Baal Contend with Him (Level 3 | 85)
Israel is in crisis, living in fear and hiding due to Midianite raids. Despite their disobedience, God responds to their cries for help. The angel of the LORD appears to Gideon, calling him to save Israel. Gideon, initially doubtful, tests God'...
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Episode 145
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A Woman Saves the Day (Level 3 | 84)
We delve into the era of the judges, focusing on the extraordinary story of Deborah and Jael. As Israel faces severe oppression under Jabin, king of Canaan, and his commander Sisera, God raises up Deborah, a prophetess and judge, who calls Bara...
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Episode 144
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God Raises Up Judges (Level 3 | 83)
We explore the period of the Judges in Israel's history, a time marked by a cycle of sin, oppression, deliverance, and drift. After the deaths of Moses and Joshua, the nations was tasked with continuing the campaign to conquer the Land of Canaa...
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Episode 143
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Review: Promises and Covenants (Level 3 | 82)
We delve into the foundational promises and covenants that shape the biblical narrative. We explore God's initial promise of a seed to defeat evil and restore blessing, followed by the Abrahamic Covenant, which promises Land, Seed, and Blessing...
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Episode 142
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Joshua’s Final Days (Level 3 | 81)
We delve into the final days of Joshua, the leader of Israel for many years before his death at 110 years old. Reflecting on 25 years of peace and God's blessings in the Promised Land, Joshua gathers Israel's leaders to remind them of God's fai...
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Episode 141
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Civil War? (Level 3 | 80)
We delve into a critical moment in Israel's history as described in Joshua 22. After seven years of conquest, Israel finally experiences rest, but a new conflict arises when the eastern tribes build an altar near the Jordan River. Misunderstand...
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Episode 140
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12:43
The Initial Conquest of Canaan (Level 3 | 79)
We delve into the initial conquest of Canaan led by Joshua and the Israelites. We explore the miraculous crossing of the Jordan River, the swift fall of Jericho, and the strategic victories at Ai and in southern Canaan. With Yahweh's divine int...
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Episode 139
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The Day the Sun Stood Still (Level 3 | 78)
We delve into the extraordinary events surrounding the day the sun stood still, as described in Joshua Chapter 10. Joshua and the Israelites respond to an urgent plea from Gibeon, marching 20 miles overnight to confront an alliance of five Amor...
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Episode 138
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Deception in the Land (Level 3 | 77)
We delve into the story of deception involving the Gibeonites. As Israel continues its conquest of Canaan, they encounter the Gibeonites, who, fearing for their lives, deceive Joshua and the leaders into making a peace treaty. This agreement vi...
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Episode 137
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The Battle of Ai (Level 3 | 76)
We explore the dramatic events surrounding the Battle of Ai, a pivotal moment in Israel's conquest of Canaan. Following their miraculous victory at Jericho, the Israelites face a crushing defeat at Ai due to an Israelite’s secret sin. We explor...
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Episode 136
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15:46
Jericho (Level 3 | 75)
We delve into the story of Jericho, focusing on Rahab, a Canaanite prostitute who displayed extraordinary faith in Yahweh. Rahab hid two Israelite spies, risking her life to ensure their safety. Her actions were driven by her belief in the powe...
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Episode 135
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16:36
Crossing the Jordan (Level 3 | 74)
We explore the pivotal moment when the Israelites, led by Joshua, cross the Jordan River into the Promised Land. Through divine intervention, God halts the river’s flow, allowing the Israelites to cross on dry ground, mirroring the miraculous R...
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Episode 134
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The Battle Plan (Level 3 | 73)
We delve into Joshua's leadership as he prepares to lead Israel into the Promised Land following Moses' death. We explore the strategic and spiritual aspects of the conquest of Canaan, highlighting God's command to be strong and courageous. The...
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Episode 133
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Moses Review 2 (Level 3 | 72)
We review the journey of the Israelites as they navigated the challenges and triumphs of their covenant with God. From the construction of the Tabernacle and the initial journey from Sinai, to the complaints about manna and the provision of 70 ...
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Episode 132
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12:43
Moses Review 1 (Level 3 | 71)
We review the story of Moses and the early journey of the Israelites from Egypt to the Promised Land. We explore key events, including Moses' encounter with God at the burning bush, the ten plagues of Egypt, the miraculous crossing of the Red S...
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Episode 131
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13:36
Blessing Faith and King (Part 3) (Level 3 | 70)
We delve into the significant themes of blessing, faith, and the coming King in the Book of Moses. We explore how the initial blessing given to creation was lost due to Adam and Eve's disobedience and how perfect obedience to God's law is neces...
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Episode 130
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12:26
Blessing Faith and King (Part 2) (Level 3 | 69)
We delve into the lives of Abraham and Moses to understand the profound relationship between faith, righteousness, and blessing. We explore how Abraham's unwavering faith led to righteousness and obedience, even in the absence of explicit laws,...
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Episode 129
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12:57
Blessing Faith and King (Part 1) (Level 3 | 68)
We delve into the interconnected themes of Blessing, Faith, and King within the first five books of Moses. We explore how these books, referred to as the Book of Moses, form a unified composition that should be understood as a single narrative....
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Episode 128
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Be Strong and Courageous! (Level 3 | 67)
We explore Moses' final messages to Israel. As Moses prepares to pass leadership to Joshua, he urges the Israelites to choose life, blessing, and obedience to God. Despite foreseeing their future rebellion, Moses emphasizes that daily choices o...
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Episode 127
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13:44
Circumcision of the Heart (Part 2) (Level 3 | 66)
We delve into the concept of the "Circumcision of the Heart" as described by Moses in the Book of Deuteronomy. In the conclusion of his speech to the people, Moses outlines the severe consequences of disobedience, including exile and suffering,...
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Episode 126
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12:16
Circumcision of the Heart (Part 1) (Level 3 | 65)
We explore the spiritual significance behind the physical act of circumcision as commanded by God to Abraham and reiterated by Moses. We delve into the difference between external religious symbols and genuine faith, emphasizing that faith is t...
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Episode 125
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The Prophet Like Moses (Level 3 | 64)
We delve into one of the most significant speeches in history—Moses’ final address to Israel in the book of Deuteronomy. Moses urges the Israelites to believe in Yahweh, follow the Law, and take the Promised Land. Additionally, we unpack Moses'...
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Episode 124
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