Bedtime Bible Stories for Adults

I've been wanting to read this story almost since I started this podcast. I'm not sure why, but maybe because there are so many little stories that make up one bigger story. We could say there are several main characters. And I thought maybe it would be one that less of you are familiar with. At any rate, I'm excited to present it now. See if you can catch how the title ties in with th...

For an overdue episode, I had to make it a good one. To be honest, I kept putting off episodes about Jesus. Why? Because I don't feel worthy of reading His stories and words and bringing them to life. I wanted it to be perfect... and that's impossible. I am only human and will make mistakes. So here is my imperfect reading about the only Perfect Man to walk this earth. This is only the beg...

I decided to continue with the story of David and King Saul. We couldn't be left with that cliffhanger. David had to flee, and King Saul is still on the hunt. There are some very sad moments in this story, but I think you'll be pleased with the ending. I love God's conversations with David. How amazing would it be to hear His voice so clearly? We are reading 1 Samuel 21 through 24. If...

"There is a friend that sticks closer than a brother." Proverbs 18:24 If this doesn't describe David and Jonathan, I don't know what does! They were closer than blood. I wish we would all get to experience such a loyal friendship here on earth. We are reading 1 Samuel 18:1, 3-4, 28-29, and 1 Samuel 19-20. If you have been blessed by this podcast and would like to show your suppor...

Paul is once again writing to his younger brother in Christ, Timothy. He reminds Timothy to stay faithful even in the face of persecution. I love that Paul asks him to bring his coat the next time they see each other. It adds such a human touch. We are reading all of 2nd Timothy. If you have been blessed by this podcast and would like to show your support with a $1 donation, please go to ⁠⁠paypal....

In this episode, we are reading Paul's letter to his younger brother in Christ, Timothy. He is reminding him to stay in Ephesus to help prevent false teachings. There is a lot of good instruction in this letter, and some that might be controversial in this day and age. I encourage you to approach this episode with prayer and ask God for wisdom and understanding. May you be blessed. We are read...

We have made it to the final episode of Moses. This is a long one, my friends. The intense ending. The Exodus. May we never forget how great our God is. We are reading Exodus 11 through 14. If you have been blessed by this podcast and would like to show your support with a $1 donation, please go to ⁠⁠paypal.me/hcharltoncrespin⁠⁠ . For Venmo, please use @Heather-C-Crespin. 10% of any donations I re...

In part three of the story of Moses, Moses and Aaron begin to unleash the plagues on Pharaoh and his people. How many times will Pharaoh refuse to let the Israelites go? We are reading Exodus 7:20 through Exodus 10. If you have been blessed by this podcast and would like to show your support with a $1 donation, please go to ⁠⁠paypal.me/hcharltoncrespin⁠⁠ . For Venmo, please use @Heather-C-Crespin....

Moses and Aaron face Pharaoh and present their demand to free God's people. We are reading Exodus 5, 6:1-13, and 7:1-20. If you have been blessed by this podcast and would like to show your support with a $1 donation, please go to ⁠⁠paypal.me/hcharltoncrespin⁠⁠ . For Venmo, please use @Heather-C-Crespin. 10% of any donations I receive goes to the church.   Don’t forget to Like and Subscribe on...

Many movies have been made about Moses. We can see that even since birth, his life has been protected and led by God. God had huge plans for him. Sometimes, we argue with God or doubt His power in us. Even Moses, who had the privilege of hearing God's voice, struggled with that. We are reading Exodus 1 through 4. If you have been blessed by this podcast and would like to show your support with...

Tonight is bittersweet as we finally wrap up the story of Joseph. What a beautiful example of how God can take every situation and use it for good. May it strengthen our faith and give us hope when we go through our own trials and dark times. We are reading Genesis 47:29-31, 48, 49, 50, and Exodus 1:6-7. If you have been blessed by this podcast and would like to show your support with a $1 donatio...

Tonight we will hear part 4 of the story of Joseph. We are getting close to the end, my friends. Get ready for all the feels with this one. Love and forgiveness abounds. Years of betrayal are turned into a testimony of God's providence. What was meant for evil, God used for good and preserves His people, setting the stage for a nation to grow--even in a foreign land. Be sure to follow so you d...

We continue the inspiring story of Joseph with part three. The famine brings Joseph face to face with the very brothers who betrayed him. Old guilt rises to the surface and long-buried truths begin to stir. Have the brothers truly changed or will they repeat the sins of the past? Joseph intends to find out. We are reading Genesis 42, 43, and 44:1-13. Part four is coming soon! If you have been bles...

I am so excited to continue the story of Joseph. In part one, we heard how Joseph was betrayed by his own brothers and, through a series of unfortunate events, ended up in Pharaoh's prison. In part two, Joseph is given the ability to interpret dreams--first for two imprisoned servants, and then for Pharaoh himself! This episode is a great reminder that even in silence and waiting, God is still...

Who doesn't love stories of underdogs triumphing? The story of Joseph is one of the most incredible stories of redemption in the Bible. It may be the most famous, even having a musical made after it. Joseph was one of the twelve sons of Jacob. He was the son of Rachel, Jacob's true love, and therefore, Joseph was the favorite son of Jacob. Because of this favoritism, his brothers became je...

Many amazing things continue to happen in the story of Elijah. In Part 2, we hear more about the infamous Jezebel, and are introduced to Elisha. Hopefully, you'll learn something new, like I did. We are reading from 1 Kings 21 and 2 Kings 1 and 2. If you have been blessed by this podcast and would like to show your support with a $1 donation, please go to ⁠⁠⁠paypal.me/hcharltoncrespin⁠⁠⁠ . For...

**Warning for this episode: self-harm** Have you heard the story of the prophet Elijah? I was excited to record this episode and thought I could fit it all in one, but there was much more to the story than I remembered. It has several surprising moments. I wonder what will surprise you the most. We are reading from 1 Kings 17, 18, and 19. If you have been blessed by this podcast and would like to...

The long-awaited sequel to The Rise of King Solomon. Listen to how the wisest king that ever lived built a beautiful temple for God, but let the pleasures of this world lead him astray. We are reading parts of 1 Kings 5 through 11. If you have been blessed by this podcast and would like to show your support with a $1 donation, please go to ⁠⁠⁠paypal.me/hcharltoncrespin⁠⁠⁠ . For Venmo, please use @...

You've probably heard about the infamous, wise King Solomon. The son of King David and Bathsheba, who was chosen by God for the throne instead of his older brother Adonijah. There is plenty of family drama in this story, and you may learn something new. I know I did! We are reading 1 Kings chapters 1 through 3, and parts of chapter 4. If you have been blessed by this podcast and would like to...

*Remastered* Listen to the story of the first set of twins mentioned in the Bible--Jacob and Esau--the sons of Isaac and Rebekah. I always enjoyed hearing about them because I am also a twin. It is a short story but full of deception and greed. To hear what happens after this episode, go to the episode entitled "The Story of Jacob and Rachel" followed by "Jacob Returns Home." W...

We continue on in Genesis with the story of Abraham's son Isaac and how he met his wife, Rebekah. We are reading from Genesis 24, 25, 26, and 35. If you have been blessed by this podcast and would like to show your support with a $1 donation, please go to ⁠⁠⁠paypal.me/hcharltoncrespin⁠⁠⁠ . For Venmo, please use @Heather-C-Crespin. 10% of any donations I receive goes to the church.   Don’t forg...

We continue with the story of Abram and Sarai, but this time they have brand new names. Meet Abraham and Sarah. The story in this episode is, in my opinion, one of the most interesting in the Old Testament. From Sarah's attitude, to how God handles Hagar's destiny. See if you can catch the error that Abraham and Sarah repeat in this story that they also made in the last. We are reading fro...

**Warning for this episode: animal sacrifice** In this episode, we will read about Abram (later known as Abraham) leaving his father's family after the passing of his father, Terah, and settling in the land of Canaan, promised to him by God. We are reading from Genesis 11:29 through Genesis 15. Some kings' names are omitted for ease of reading. If you have been blessed by this podcast and...

Paul wrote this second letter to the Thessalonians shortly after the first to clarify a few things and make sure they knew which letters were from him. We are reading the entire book of 2 Thessalonians. If you have been blessed by this podcast and would like to show your support with a $1 donation, please go to ⁠⁠⁠paypal.me/hcharltoncrespin⁠⁠⁠ . For Venmo, please use @Heather-C-Crespin. 10% of any...

Paul wrote this first letter to the Thessalonians to express his joy when Timothy shared that their faith remained strong. We are reading the entire book of 1 Thessalonians. If you have been blessed by this podcast and would like to show your support with a $1 donation, please go to ⁠⁠⁠paypal.me/hcharltoncrespin⁠⁠⁠ . For Venmo, please use @Heather-C-Crespin. 10% of any donations I receive goes to...