The One Year Bible Podcast 2024
878 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 21 ratingsLooking for a fresh and fun way to explore the Bible? Join Master Storyteller, Michael Wood, M.Ed., M.S., as he brings the easy-to-read version (ERV) of the Bible to life! Perfect for young Christians or those curious about the Good Book, our dramatized podcast features unique voices, thrilling music, and captivating sound effects. Dive into all 66 books with engaging introductions showing you how everything connects from Genesis to Revelation. Thanks to Bible League International, you can trust its accuracy and authenticity. Get ready to dive into a Bible experience you won't want to put
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Day 238 | Evil King Ahaz rules in Judah | 2 Corinthians: An Introduction
August 26, 2023 08:09 - 23 minutes - 53.8 MBDay 238 of the One Year Audio Bible Experience. Uzziah becomes a strong king but gets proud and tries to burn incense in the temple, leading to leprosy. His son Jotham does well but doesn't remove the high places. Ahaz, Jotham's son, goes full-on evil, worshipping idols and even sacrificing his own child, causing Judah's defeat by enemies. In 2 Corinthians, Paul greets the Corinthians and talks about God being the source of all comfort. He shares how he faced troubles in Asia but was comfort...
Day 237 | Joash rebuilds the Temple | Amaziah becomes King of Judah | 1 Corinthians 16: Final words
August 25, 2023 07:32 - 20 minutes - 47.9 MBDay 237 of the Holy Bible One Year CHALLENGE. Joash repairs the temple but falls into idolatry after Jehoiada the priest dies, leading to his assassination. His son Amaziah becomes king, wins a battle but also turns to idols, leading to defeat and his eventual death. In 1 Corinthians, Paul outlines his travel plans and encourages the Corinthians to help Timothy when he visits. He praises several fellow workers and sends greetings. He closes with a call for love, strength, and grace, ending w...
Day 236 | Evil Queen Athaliah | Priest Jehoiada reinforces the Temple | 1 Corinth 16: Our New bodies
August 24, 2023 07:21 - 22 minutes - 51 MBDay 236 of the Holy Bible One Year CHALLENGE. Jehoram becomes king, does evil, and dies a painful death. His son Ahaziah follows in wickedness and is killed. Athaliah, Ahaziah's mother, takes over but is overthrown by the priest Jehoiada, who makes Joash king. Joash starts ruling well as a child, guided by God's laws. In 1 Corinthians, Paul explains that our bodies must change to enter God's kingdom, and victory over death is assured through Jesus. He then instructs the Corinthians to set as...
Day 235 | God fights a battle for King Jehoshaphat | 1 Corinthians 15: New bodies after death
August 23, 2023 13:24 - 17 minutes - 39.8 MBDay 235 of the Holy Bible One Year CHALLENGE. Ahab dies in a fight, and Jehoshaphat goes back home. Jehoshaphat makes good changes to follow God better but is then threatened by a big group of enemies. He prays to God, who tells him what to do. Jehoshaphat and his people sing songs to God, and the enemies are beaten without them having to fight. They even find treasures left behind by the enemies. In 1 Corinthians, Paul answers questions about how the dead are raised and what they will look ...
Day 234 | Last days of King Asa | King Ahab consults Micaiah | 1 Corinthians 15: Raised from Death
August 22, 2023 08:55 - 25 minutes - 59.4 MBDay 234 of the Holy Bible One Year CHALLENGE. 2 Chronicles 16-18 covers the end of Asa's reign, including his failure to rely on God, leading to illness and death. Jehoshaphat, his son, becomes king and strengthens Judah's spiritual commitment. He unwisely aligns with wicked King Ahab of Israel, but is saved by God's intervention in a failed battle. Paul reminds the Corinthians of the gospel message and emphasizes Christ's resurrection, which assures the resurrection of believers. He argues ...
Day 233 | King Asa cleans up Judah for the Lord | 1 Corinthians 14: How Prophesying helps the church
August 21, 2023 07:32 - 21 minutes - 49.2 MBDay 233 of the Holy Bible One Year CHALLENGE. 2 Chronicles 13-15 chronicles the reigns of Abijah and Asa. Abijah triumphs over Israel through faith in God, while Asa initiates religious reforms in Judah, removing idols, and renewing the covenant with God. When attacked by the Cushites, Asa seeks God's help and gains victory. In 1 Corithians, Paul urges believers to be mature in understanding and stresses that tongues are a sign for unbelievers, while prophecy serves believers. He lays down o...
Day 232: Rehoboam rules over Judah | 1 Corinthians 14: Spiritual gifts to help the Church
August 20, 2023 07:06 - 20 minutes - 47.7 MBDay 232 of the Holy Bible One Year CHALLENGE. 2 Chronicles 10-12 tells the story of Rehoboam, Solomon's son, who ignores wise counsel, causing Israel to rebel. The kingdom divides, and Rehoboam strengthens Judah's defenses but later forsakes God's law. Shishak of Egypt attacks, and Rehoboam humbles himself, averting total destruction. In 1 Corinthians, Paul encourages believers to pursue love and seek gifts that build up the church, especially prophecy. He contrasts speaking in tongues witho...
Day 231 | Love poetry: Song of Songs part 2 | 1 Corinthians 11: Love is the answer
August 19, 2023 09:03 - 17 minutes - 41 MBDay 231 of the Holy Bible One Year CHALLENGE. Song of Solomon 5-8 depicts the ongoing passionate love between the bride and groom, including a dream-like search for each other and a reconciliation. The poem concludes with them affirming their love, likening it to a flame that many waters cannot quench. 1 Corinthians 12:27-13:13 emphasizes the importance of love, even above spiritual gifts. Paul describes love as patient, kind, and enduring, insisting that without love, all other abilities a...
Day 230 | Love Poetry in Song of Songs | 1 Corinthians 12: Gifts of the Holy Spirit
August 18, 2023 13:43 - 20 minutes - 46.6 MBDay 230 of the One Year Audio Bible Experience. Song of Solomon 1-4 is a poetic dialogue between a bride and groom, filled with romantic praises, longing, and sensual imagery. They express their love and desire for each other, using metaphors from nature, and the bride invites her lover into her garden. In 1 Corinthians, Paul discusses spiritual gifts, emphasizing that they come from the same Spirit and are given for the common good. He compares the church to a body, where every part is nece...
Day 229 | God speaks to Solomon | The Queen of Sheba visits | 1 Corinthians 11: Lord's Supper
August 17, 2023 07:30 - 22 minutes - 52.5 MBDay 229 of the Holy Bible One Year CHALLENGE. After the temple dedication, God appears to Solomon with promises and warnings. Solomon then builds palaces and other structures. The Queen of Sheba visits and is amazed by Solomon's wisdom. Solomon's wealth and fame grow, and the chapter concludes with his death after a 40-year reign. 1 Corinthians 11:2-34 praises believers for keeping traditions but corrects improper head coverings in worship. Paul then addresses issues in the Lord's Supper, in...
Day 228 | The Ark arrives | Solomon prays | 1 Corinthians 10: Follow Christ's example
August 16, 2023 07:28 - 22 minutes - 51.3 MBDay 228 of the Holy Bible One Year CHALLENGE. 2 Chronicles 5:2-7:10 describes the glorious dedication of Solomon's Temple, with priests, Levites, and musicians leading worship. God's presence fills the temple as a cloud. Solomon offers a heartfelt prayer and sacrifice, and fire from heaven consumes the offerings. God appears to Solomon, affirming His covenant and warning of consequences for disobedience. In 1 Corinthians, Paul warns believers to flee from idolatry, drawing a clear line betwe...
Day 227 | Solomon builds the Lord's Temple | 1 Corinthians 10: Warning from history
August 15, 2023 15:43 - 20 minutes - 47.3 MBDay 227 of the Holy Bible One Year CHALLENGE. 2 Chronicles 2-5:1 describes Solomon's preparations, construction, and completion of the temple in Jerusalem. With the help of skilled workers and extravagant materials, Solomon builds the temple, furnishing it with elaborate details, including the bronze altar, molten sea, and cherubim. The whole process culminates with the placement of the Ark of the Covenant into the Most Holy Place. In 1 Corinthians, Paul explains how he adapts to people's cu...
Day 226 | The problems of old age | 1 Corinthians 9: Supporting Paul financially
August 14, 2023 07:44 - 18 minutes - 41.6 MBDay 226 of the Holy Bible One Year CHALLENGE. King David talks about how wisdom is valuable but often ignored. Life is unpredictable and short, so it's best to enjoy it responsibly. In old age, life's pleasures fade, and the book concludes with a call to remember God, the Creator. The final note is a warning to obey God's commandments, for everything will be judged. 1 Corinthians explains how Paul has the right to financial support as an apostle but chooses not to use that right. Instead, he...
Day 225 | Solomon: Life is Not Fair | 1 Corinthians 8: Food offered to idols
August 13, 2023 07:42 - 20 minutes - 46.2 MBDay 225 of the Holy Bible One Year CHALLENGE. King Solomon talks about the value of wisdom, but also how it's hard to find and easy to lose. The Teacher says that bad things happen to everyone, no matter how good or wise they are. He encourages enjoying life while you can because death comes to everyone. In 1 Corinthians, Paul discusses the choice to marry or stay single, stressing personal conviction, and then moves to the issue of eating food offered to idols. Paul emphasizes that while it...
Day 224 | Solomon: Wealth does not make you happy | 1 Corinthians: Stay as you are
August 12, 2023 12:55 - 17 minutes - 40.8 MBDay 224 of the One Year Audio Bible Experience. King Solomon talks about how tough life can be with unfairness, hard work that doesn't pay off, and how having lots of money and stuff doesn't make you happy. The Teacher says life is confusing, but it's good to take it easy and enjoy what you have. In 1 Corinthians, Paul tells people to be happy with their current situation, whether married or single. Paul says it's better to stay as you are, but if you're married, stay married. He explains th...
Day 223 | Solomon reflects on the meaning of life | 1 Corinthians 7: Marriage vs Celibacy
August 11, 2023 12:15 - 23 minutes - 53.5 MBDay 223 of Holy Bible One Year CHALLENGE. King Solomon explores the meaninglessness of life's cycles, pursuits, and pleasures, and introduces the idea that there's a time for everything under heaven. The Teacher reflects on injustice, work, and the human condition, concluding that enjoyment in one's labor is a gift from God. In 1 Corinthians, Paul discusses marriage, advising that spouses should fulfill their marital duties to each other and not deprive each other. Paul also addresses the mi...
Day 222 | King Solomon asks God for wisdom | 1 Corinthians 6: Using your bodies for God's glory
August 10, 2023 07:37 - 15 minutes - 34.5 MBDay 222 of the Holy Bible One Year CHALLENGE. 2 Chronicles starts with Solomon's coronation as king, his humble request for wisdom instead of riches, and his resulting prosperity, showcasing Solomon's wise rule and preparation for building the temple. In 1 Corinthians, Paul warns against taking fellow believers to court, emphasizing that they will judge the world and even angels, and lists behaviors that exclude people from the kingdom of God, concluding with a call to honor God with their b...
Day 221 | Solomon becomes King of Israel | 1 Corinthians 29: Regarding sexual sin
August 09, 2023 07:50 - 21 minutes - 48.6 MBDay 221 of the Holy Bible One Year CHALLENGE. 1 Chronicles shows David passing the torch to Solomon, giving him plans for the temple, and rallying support from the leaders. The people give generously, and David praises God. Then Solomon becomes king, and David dies. In 1 Corinthians, Paul deals with a case of sexual immorality in the church, and Paul urges them to remove the guilty person, warning them not to associate with immoral people within the church, all to keep the community pure. S...
Day 220 | David's Army is counted | 1 Corinthians 4: Apostles of Christ
August 08, 2023 13:21 - 17 minutes - 39.9 MBDay 220 of the Holy Bible One Year CHALLENGE. 1 Chronicles details the overseers of the temple's treasuries and external duties and then enumerates the military divisions, tribal leaders, and officials in David's administration. In 1 Corinthians, Paul describes how followers of Christ should see themselves as helpers and caretakers of God's secrets. Paul talks about the tough things he's gone through, asks people to follow his example, and warns that he will come and check on how they're doi...
Day 219 | David assigns Musicians to God's Tent | 1 Corinth 3: Our bodies are temples
August 07, 2023 07:01 - 22 minutes - 51.1 MBDay 219 of the Holy Bible One Year CHALLENGE. God organizes the priests into divisions, designates responsibilities for the Levites, and details the musicians and gatekeepers, laying down the framework for temple service like a divine spreadsheet. In Corinthians, Paul addresses the division among believers, likening them to infants in Christ, and compares Christian leaders to God's fellow workers, builders of the spiritual temple, with a warning against destroying God's temple. Support the ...
Day 218 | David prepares Solomon for building God's Temple | 1 Corinth: God's Wisdom
August 06, 2023 08:09 - 16 minutes - 38.5 MBDay 218 of the Holy Bible One Year CHALLENGE. David prepares materials for the temple, charging Solomon with its construction, and organizing the Levites, bringing order and preparation for Israel's spiritual future. In 1 Corinthians, Paul emphasizes the spiritual wisdom that comes from God, contrasting it with human wisdom, and asserts that only through the Spirit of God can one understand the things freely given by God. Support the show at Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/storymaster Fin...
Day 217 | God kills 70,000 Israelites for David's sin | 1 Corinthians: Spirit's Power
August 05, 2023 08:36 - 21 minutes - 50.3 MBDay 217 of the Holy Bible One Year CHALLENGE. David's wars with surrounding nations, the infamous census that incurs God's wrath, and the establishment of the future temple site through David's repentance and God's mercy. In 1 Corinthians, Paul contrasts the wisdom of the world with God's perceived foolishness, the crucifixion of Christ, and underscores Paul's approach of preaching with a demonstration of the Spirit's power, not worldly wisdom. Support the show at Patreon. https://www.patre...
Day 216 | David speaks with God about a temple for the Ark | 1 Corinthians: An Introduction
August 04, 2023 10:43 - 21 minutes - 49 MBDay 216 of the Holy Bible One Year CHALLENGE. David's arrangements for regular worship, his prosperous reign marked by numerous military victories, and the divine covenant promise that his dynasty will endure forever. 1 Corinthians starts with Paul's greeting and thanksgiving, then quickly tackles the reported divisions among the Corinthian believers, urging them to unite in the name of Jesus Christ. Support the show at Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/storymaster Find us at https://www.on...
Day 215 | David brings back the Ark | David sings to God | Romans 16: Paul's final words
August 03, 2023 07:45 - 20 minutes - 46.9 MBDay 215 of the Holy Bible One Year CHALLENGE. David's successful retrieval of the Ark of God with great celebration and the establishment of regular worship before the Ark, capped with David's song of thanksgiving. In Romans, Paul dishes out heartfelt shout-outs to friends in Rome, warnings about divisive people, and ends with a majestic doxology to the only wise God. Support the show at Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/storymaster Find us at https://www.oneyearholybible.com/ Join our Fac...
Day 214 | King David battles the Philistines | Romans 15: Paul's gift to share the Good News
August 02, 2023 13:13 - 18 minutes - 41.4 MBDay 214 of the One Year Audio Bible Experience. King David gathers loyal forces, experiences a divine reprimand during the relocation of the Ark of God, receives help to build a palace from King Hiram, and, under divine guidance, successfully battles the Philistines. Apostle Paul, in his letter to the Romans, acknowledges their strong faith, explains his mission to the Gentiles, shares his travel plans to Jerusalem and desire to visit Rome, and seeks prayers for his journey and service. Sup...
Day 213 | The Heroes of King David | Romans 14: Do not cause others to sin
August 01, 2023 12:32 - 21 minutes - 48.6 MBDay 213 of the Holy Bible One Year CHALLENGE. 1 Chronicles recounts David's reign, including his mighty men and their exploits, as well as the vast assembly of warriors from all tribes who came to Hebron to turn Saul's kingdom over to David. In Romans, Paul emphasizes pursuing peace and mutual edification, instructs the strong to bear with the failings of the weak, and culminates in a prayer for the Roman believers to live in harmony, filled with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. Suppor...
Day 212 | People in Jerusalem | King Saul dies in battle | Romans 14: Don't criticize others
July 31, 2023 09:08 - 19 minutes - 44.4 MBDay 212 of the Holy Bible One Year CHALLENGE. The first inhabitants of Jerusalem post-exile, with special emphasis on the Levitical duties, and concludes with the tragic account of Saul's disobedience and death on Mount Gilboa. In Romans, Paul calls for mutual acceptance among believers despite differing personal convictions on non-essential matters, emphasizing that the kingdom of God prioritizes righteousness, peace, and joy in the Holy Spirit. Support the show at Patreon. https://www.pat...
Day 211: Descendants of Benjamin | Romans 13: Love One Another | Respect Authority
July 30, 2023 13:19 - 16 minutes - 38.6 MBDay 211 of the Holy Bible One Year CHALLENGE. We continue the roll call of Israel's sons, spotlighting the military might of Ephraim and Manasseh, and ending with a detailed look at Saul's lineage. In Romans, Paul advocates for respectful submission to governing authorities, love as the fulfillment of the law, and a call to put on the armor of light, living decently as in the daytime. Support the show at Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/storymaster Find us at https://www.oneyearholybible.c...
Day 210 | Descendants of Levi and Aaron | Romans 12: One Body, Many Parts & Spiritual Gifts
July 29, 2023 09:06 - 18 minutes - 42.8 MBDay 210 of the One Year Audio Bible Experience. We give a shout-out to the Levites, tracing the genealogies of the high priests and their clans, the allotment of their cities, and underscoring their unique role in Israel's spiritual heritage. Romans 11:33-12:21 starts with a hymn to God's unfathomable wisdom, then transitions into urging believers to offer their bodies as living sacrifices and live harmoniously, love genuinely, and overcome evil with good. Support the show at Patreon. https...
Day 209 | Descendants of Reuben and Gad | Romans 11: God's people are like a wild olive branch
July 28, 2023 12:45 - 20 minutes - 47 MBDay 209 of the Holy Bible One Year CHALLENGE. We recount more of Judah's descendants, including the prayerful Jabez, the industrious potters, and the valiant warriors of Reuben, Gad, and the half-tribe of Manasseh, leading up to their eventual captivity. Romans 11:11-32 explores the mystery of Israel's stumble, making room for Gentile salvation, and predicts Israel's eventual acceptance of the gospel, with a reminder of God's unsearchable wisdom and mercy to all, not just Jews. Support the ...
Day 208 | David's descendants | Romans 10: God wants all to be saved
July 27, 2023 09:08 - 20 minutes - 47.7 MBDay 208 of the One Year Audio Bible Experience. We continue the divine roll call, tracing the descendants of Caleb through to Judah's royal line and beyond, underscoring the complex and interwoven heritage of Israel. In Romans, Paul contrasts the righteousness based on law and faith, reiterates that salvation is available to all who believe, and laments Israel's hardened hearts, but reminds us of the faithful remnant preserved by God. Support the show at Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/sto...
Day 207 | Intro to 1 Chronicles | History from Adam to Noah | Romans 9: Christ makes us Right
July 26, 2023 07:32 - 17 minutes - 40 MBDay 207 of the One Year Audio Bible Experience. It's like a divine family reunion, as we journey through the long lineage from Adam to Abraham, the twelve sons of Israel, and down to David's descendants. In Romans, Paul posits that God's patience allows both objects of wrath and mercy to coexist, underscores Israel's zeal without knowledge, and asserts that Christ is the end of the law for righteousness to everyone who believes. Support the show at Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/storymast...
Day 206 | Hosea asks Israel to beg God for mercy | Romans 9: God and the Jewish People
July 25, 2023 08:44 - 16 minutes - 36.9 MBDay 206 of the Holy Bible One Year CHALLENGE. Hosea 12-14 underscores Israel's history of stubbornness and the dire consequences of forgetting God, but also highlights God's forgiving nature, offering a path back to a fruitful relationship if they forsake idols. In Romans, Paul grapples with Israel's rejection of Christ, affirming God's sovereign choice in showing mercy and hardening hearts, while arguing that the potter has the right to shape the clay as He wishes. Support the show at Patr...
Day 205 | Hosea tells how God will punish Israel | Romans 8: Our Time of Glory is coming
July 24, 2023 08:53 - 15 minutes - 35.8 MBDay 205 of the Holy Bible One Year CHALLENGE. Israel's partying with false idols earns them a divine reprimand and an appointment with consequences. Despite Israel's rebellious phase, God's like the world's most patient parent, sticking to love and mercy instead of destruction. Romans tells us that current suffering pales in comparison to future glory, the Holy Spirit helps us pray when we're stumped, everything's part of God's grand plan for good, and no amount of cosmic meddling can separa...
Day 204 | Hosea describes Israel as a broken plate | Romans 8:Life in the Spirit
July 23, 2023 08:09 - 16 minutes - 37 MBDay 204 of the Holy Bible One Year CHALLENGE. In Hosea chapters 8-9, God warns Israel that their bad choices and lack of faith will lead to hard times, including a lack of guidance and more problems, much like a broken plate. Paul teaches in Romans 8:1-17 that living according to spiritual values leads to life and peace, whereas living according to selfish desires leads to problems. Support the show at Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/storymaster Find us at https://www.oneyearholybible.com...
Day 203 | Israel hopes for God's mercy, but their evil is too great | Romans 7: How Sin uses the Law
July 22, 2023 11:37 - 14 minutes - 33.5 MBDay 203 of the Holy Bible One Year CHALLENGE. Israel keeps messing up and apologizing but doesn't seem to learn from their mistakes. Hosea calls Israel a pancake that is burned on one side. In Romans, Paul deep-dives into the tussle between our moral compass and our actions, discussing how the law makes us aware of sin, and yet our human nature often fails to obey, leading to a continuous struggle to do what is right. Support the show at Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/storymaster Find us...
Day 202 | The prophet, Hosea, buys Gomer back from slavery | Romans 6: Slaves to Sin or to God
July 21, 2023 10:08 - 14 minutes - 33.5 MBDay 202 of the Holy Bible One Year Challenge. God's love takes center stage as He buys back his cheating wife from slavery, yet Israel keeps hitting the self-destruct button with their naughtiness. Paul explains in Romans 6:15-23 that choosing to serve God, rather than sin, leads to a rewarding life of righteousness and, ultimately, eternal life. Support the show at Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/storymaster Find us at https://www.oneyearholybible.com/ Join our Facebook group for furthe...
Day 201 | God tells Hosea to marry a prostitute as a symbol for Israel | Romans 6:Dead to Sin, Alive in Christ
July 20, 2023 09:22 - 17 minutes - 40.9 MBDay 201 of the Holy Bible One Year Challenge. Hosea 1-2 is all about God directing Hosea to marry a woman of dubious reputation, Gomer, as a vivid metaphor for Israel's unfaithfulness, but don't worry, there's a plot twist with a hint of restoration on the horizon. In Romans 6:1-14, Paul tells us that we're no longer slaves to sin because Jesus has already won the battle for us. Support the show at Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/storymaster Find us at https://www.oneyearholybible.com/ J...
Day 200 | Amos sees fruit | The Lord describes his punishment to Israel | Romans 5: Adam & Christ
July 19, 2023 08:03 - 15 minutes - 34.5 MBDay 200 of the Holy Bible One Year Challenge. God pulls out the ultimate judgment card, using visions of fruit baskets and sinking sanctuaries to signify Israel's downfall, but in a twist ending, promises a blockbuster restoration. Romans 5:12-21 is all about Adam starting the cycle of sin, but Jesus steps in, brings grace, and offers salvation, outdoing what sin had started. Support the show at Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/storymaster Find us at https://www.oneyearholybible.com/ Join...
Day 199 | God uses a plum line to describe Israel to Amos | Romans 4: Made Right With God
July 18, 2023 07:07 - 15 minutes - 35.1 MBDay 199 of the One Year Audio Bible Experience. In a daring two-chapter escapade in Amos 6-7, the prophet launches an irony-fueled critique against complacent rich folks, punctuated with visions of locusts and fire, all while managing to stand his ground against a high priest's eviction notice. In Romans 4:16 to 5:11, Paul explains that Abraham received God's promises through his faith, not by following rules, and he encourages believers to see life's challenges as opportunities to grow and ...
Day 198 | Amos describes a sad song for Israel | Romans 4: Abraham an example of Faith, not Works
July 17, 2023 07:36 - 12 minutes - 29.3 MBDay 198 of the One Year Audio Bible Experience. God delivers a solemn yet impassioned plea to the Israelites, urging them to swap their wayward ways for justice and righteousness, as they teeter on the precipice of catastrophe. Romans 4:1-15 shares the story of Abraham and David, who both earned their 'good person' badges through faith, showing us that following rules isn't the only way to be right with God. Support the show at Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/storymaster Find us at https:...
Day 197 | Amos gives warnings to Israel from God | Romans 3: What makes people right with God
July 16, 2023 07:21 - 15 minutes - 35.4 MBDay 197 of the Holy Bible One Year Challenge. Amos tells us that God is warning Israel like a storm alerting tower, urging them to correct their behavior, using the metaphors of a lion's roar and a bird in flight. In Romans, Paul explains that everyone makes mistakes, but it's okay because faith in God can guide us through these shortcomings. Support the show at Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/storymaster Find us at https://www.oneyearholybible.com/ Join our Facebook group for further di...
Day 196 | Amos warns Israel and its enemies of God's wrath | Romans 2: Jews and the Law
July 15, 2023 08:09 - 18 minutes - 41.3 MBDay 196 of the Holy Bible One Year Challenge. Amos details God's beef with the neighboring nations, showcasing a divine displeasure that rolls out like an unstoppable, thunderous cosmic drumroll. In an unexpected turn of events in the Book of Romans, the Jews, who thought they were the defenders, find themselves standing trial alongside everyone else, their guilt glaringly apparent. Support the show at Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/storymaster Find us at https://www.oneyearholybible.com...
Day 195 | Jonah gets swallowed by a whale | Romans 2:Everyone will be judged
July 14, 2023 07:21 - 19 minutes - 44 MBDay 195 of the Holy Bible One Year Challenge. When Jonah tries to skedaddle away from God's command to prophesy doom in Nineveh, he endures a sea monster sleepover and the world's fastest-growing plant, only to find out that even the 'bad guys' can teach a thing or two about compassion and forgiveness. In Romans, Paul warns the Romans against hypocrisy, highlighting that no one is morally superior and emphasizing that God judges people based on their heart and actions, not on rumors or hear...
Day 194 | King Nebuchadnezzar takes Jerusalem | Israelites are captured | Romans 1: All have sinned
July 13, 2023 07:02 - 16 minutes - 38.3 MBDay 194 of the Holy Bible One Year Challenge. King Nebuchadnezzar's Babylonian forces seize the ultimate win, turning the royal chessboard upside-down, leaving Jerusalem a mere ghost town, and bringing down the curtain on the kingdom of Judah. In Romans, in his letter, Paul casts light on the willful ignorance of humanity, outlining their preference for illusion over divine truth and their reckless slide into a maelstery of sin and folly, rendering their existence a tragic comedy of errors i...
Day 193 | The Righteous King Josiah is killed by Pharaoh Neco | Intro to Romans | Paul thanks the Believers in Rome
July 12, 2023 07:06 - 25 minutes - 58.2 MBDay 193 of the Holy Bible One Year Challenge. King Josiah implements a religious reform bonanza, only to be followed by a succession of not-so-great kings, leading to Babylonian boss Nebuchadnezzar playing landlord over Judah's land. In Romans, Paul pens an all-star fan letter to the Romans, boasting about their faith being the talk of the town, and cheerleading the idea of salvation being an everybody-wins situation through faith, which he likens to a spiritual BOGO deal. Support the show...
Day 192 | King Manasseh is evil | King Josiah is only 8, but he's righteous | Paul's final words in Rome
July 11, 2023 07:40 - 20 minutes - 46.1 MBDay 192 of the Holy Bible One Year Challenge. When Kings go bad, they go really bad, like Manasseh and Amon with their idol parties, until the young King Josiah shows up, finds a dusty old book in the temple (the law!), leading to a spiritual spring cleaning. In the grand finale of Acts, Paul turns his Roman house-arrest into a two-year open-house philosophy lecture series, ending the book on a cliffhanger as he passionately and freely proclaims the kingdom of God, keeping his audience on th...
Day 191 | Hezekiah prays to the Lord for his health | Babylonian captivity prophesied | Paul bitten by a poisonous snake in Malta
July 10, 2023 08:13 - 20 minutes - 47.4 MBDay 191 of the Holy Bible One Year Challenge. King Hezekiah, battling illness and the Assyrian's dire predictions, calls upon God and, with a miraculous shadow-shifting sundial and an extended life warranty, proves that divine customer service is second to none. In Acts, after shipwreck shenanigans and a viper vaccination, Paul gets a warm welcome in Malta, and, turning a disastrous detour into a divine detour, he eventually hitchhikes to Rome, proving that sometimes the scenic route can lea...
Day 190 | King Hezekiah of Judah battles the Assyrian Army | Paul is shipwrecked with his Roman guards
July 09, 2023 10:05 - 23 minutes - 54.3 MBDay 190 of the One Year Audio Bible Experience. King Hezekiah turned the tables on King Sennacherib, trusting in God, praying and prophesying his way out of an Assyrian pickle, much to Sennacherib's astonishment. In Acts, Paul transforms from prisoner to trusted shipwreck-survival guide, proving that even in the wildest storm, there's always room for a 'keep calm and carry on' attitude and some buffet-style bread-breaking. Support the show at Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/storymaster Fi...
Day 189 | King Ahaz turns to Assyria for help | Paul sails to Rome to go before Caesar
July 08, 2023 08:09 - 23 minutes - 53.3 MBDay 189 of the Holy Bible One Year Challenge. Amid the clash of kings, Ahaz misplays his royal cards by banking on Assyria, leaving Israel under the judgement hammer, while Samaria faces the brutal 'game over' screen due to their spiritual negligence. In Acts, as if playing musical chairs with royal courts wasn't enough, Paul also had to debunk accusations, earn a pseudo-promotion from Festus, and manage to get on a ship to Rome, only for the weather to throw the mother of all tantrums. Sup...