Heroes in the Bible

Chapter 3 of Heroes in the Bible: Paul with Michael Chandler is inspired by the book of Acts. Paul vs. Prison - Story inspired by Acts 16 The church is growing in Philippi… until a demon-possessed girl interrupts the peace. She makes a mockery of Paul and Silas, sending Paul to the brink of insanity. When Paul finally sets this girl free from her demon, he is sent to prison. In this episode, inspi...

Chapter 2 of Heroes in the Bible: Paul with Michael Chandler is inspired by the book of Acts. Paul vs. Zeus - Story inspired by Acts 14 Paul and his companion, Barnabas, have endured all sorts of persecution and hardship. But what happens when they’re worshipped as gods and thrust into the temple of Zeus? Will they accept the worship or risk their lives by proclaiming the One True God? In this epi...

Chapter 23 of Heroes in the Bible: Jesus with Dr. Tony Evans is inspired by the Gospels. Go Therefore - Jesus gives the Great Commission and then departs into the heavens. This is the final words of Jesus on earth, and the beginning of a powerful movement that would change the course of human history. Today's opening prayer is inspired by Matthew 28:20, Teaching them to observe all things whatsoev...

Chapter 22 of Heroes in the Bible: Jesus with Dr. Tony Evans is inspired by the Gospels. Do You Love Me? - Jesus restores Peter. Alone and ashamed, Peter sits on his boat awaiting his fate… Until he hears a familiar voice. Today's opening prayer is inspired by John 21:15, So when they had dined, Jesus saith to Simon Peter, Simon, son of Jonas, lovest thou me more than these? He saith unto him, Yea...

Chapter 21 of Heroes in the Bible: Jesus with Dr. Tony Evans is inspired by the Gospels. Breath of Life - Jesus appears before the disciples. The beginning of the church is rising as the disciples are empowered by the risen Lord. Today's opening prayer is inspired by Acts 2:3, And there appeared unto them cloven tongues like as of fire, and it sat upon each of them. Listen to some of the greatest...

Chapter 20 of Heroes in the Bible: Jesus with Dr. Tony Evans is inspired by the Gospels. The Road - Jesus speaks to a few disciples, although his identity is hidden until the final moments. This is an interesting portion of scripture, where Jesus has the opportunity to talk about a very profound truth - that the WHOLE BIBLE is about him. Today's opening prayer is inspired by Luke 24:31, And their...

Chapter 19 of Heroes in the Bible: Jesus with Dr. Tony Evans is inspired by the Gospels. He is Risen - Jesus is ALIVE! He Appears before Mary, the same person he healed from demon possession, and the whole world will soon discover what she knows. Today's opening prayer is inspired by Mark 16:6, And he saith unto them, Be not affrighted: Ye seek Jesus of Nazareth, which was crucified: he is risen;...

Chapter 18 of Heroes in the Bible: Jesus is inspired by the Gospels. It is Finished - In a final act of defiance against death, Jesus marches up to the place of the skull. This is the climax of all history, the focal point of scripture, and the ultimate blessing of mankind. Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com ap...

Chapter 17 of Heroes in the Bible: Jesus with Dr. Tony Evans is inspired by the Gospels. God on Trial - Jesus is betrayed, taken, and put on trial. Jesus spent his whole ministry teaching and standing up to the religious leaders, but now in the face of death, he remains silent - like a lamb to the slaughter. Today's opening prayer is inspired by Luke 23:23, And they were instant with loud voices,...

Chapter 16 of Heroes in the Bible: Jesus with Dr. Tony Evans is inspired by the Gospels. The Last Supper - Jesus Spends a few final moments with his beloved disciples, and falls before God with sweat of blood. This episode begins with a tender moment interrupted by complete chaos. Jesus shows he is in complete control, although he is giving himself up to be tortured. Today's opening prayer is insp...

Chapter 15 of Heroes in the Bible: Jesus with Dr. Tony Evans is inspired by the Gospels. Den of Thieves - Jesus has entered Jerusalem with a procession for praise. However his time will be short-lived as he continues to make enemies of the religious elite. Today's opening prayer is inspired by Mark 11:17, And he taught, saying unto them, Is it not written, My house shall be called of all nations t...

Chapter 14 of Heroes in the Bible: Jesus with Dr. Tony Evans is inspired by the Gospels. The Beginning of the End - The Triumphal Entry and driving out of the temple. An entry fit for a king. Crowds cheering and calling for him to take the throne, yet there is a darkness lurking behind the scenes. Today's opening prayer is inspired by Matthew 21:9, And the multitudes that went before, and that fol...

Chapter 13 of Heroes in the Bible: Jesus is inspired by the Gospels. Lazarus, Come Out! - Death always had the final word, until Jesus… This is the miracle that set in motion the entire crucifixion. Jesus displays power over death, and the religious leaders cannot allow him to continue. Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading th...

Chapter 12 of Heroes in the Bible: Jesus is inspired by the Gospels. The Good Shepherd - Jesus is faced with a challenge. Does he choose justice and be seen as a tyrant, or does he choose mercy and lose his credibility as a Rabbi? While any other person would have to choose between the two, Jesus does not. He balances love and justice like a good shepherd. Listen to some of the greatest Bible stor...

Chapter 11 of Heroes in the Bible: Jesus is inspired by the Gospels. Beware and Behold - Jesus warns the disciples of the age to come, and reveals his glory for a brief moment. Jesus is preparing his disciple’s heart for his inevitable departure, therefore every action and teaching is laced with seemingly greater urgency. Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a pri...

Chapter 10 of Heroes in the Bible: Jesus with Dr. Tony Evans is inspired by the Gospels. God or Ghost? - Jesus is rejected in his own city but embraced by the blind, mute, and hurting. The story of Jesus picks up with people desperately seeking him for healing and help, yet in his own country he is rejected and has to flee for his life. Today's opening prayer is inspired by Matthew 14:29, And he s...

Chapter 9 of Heroes in the Bible: Jesus with Dr. Tony Evans is inspired by the Gospels. The Storm Within - Jesus’ power over nature and demons is put on full display as he silences an entire storm and puts an end to a legion of demons. This is perhaps one of the most dramatic events in Jesus’ ministry. His power is showcased in a breathtaking manner. Today's opening prayer is inspired by Matthew 8...

Chapter 8 of Heroes in the Bible: Jesus with Dr. Tony Evans is inspired by the Gospels. The Broken Flask - Jesus’ heart for the hurting and vulnerable is showcased in contrast to the religious elite’s piety and hypocrisy. This is where the tension between Jesus and the Pharisees reaches a critical point. Jesus rebukes the religious elite, and thus sets in motion a conspiracy to put an end to him....

Chapter 7 of Heroes in the Bible: Jesus with Dr. Tony Evans is inspired by the Gospels. My Burden is Light - Jesus begins healing the sick and making enemies in the process. It is at this point Jesus differentiates himself from just a good teacher. He is displaying acts that only God can do. Today's opening prayer is inspired by Psalm 147:3, He healeth the broken in heart, and bindeth up their wou...

Chapter 6 of Heroes in the Bible: Jesus with Dr. Tony Evans is inspired by the Gospels. The Twelve - Jesus chooses the twelve disciples, and ultimately proves the world wrong about who is worthy to be great in the Kingdom of God. Today's opening prayer is inspired by Luke 9:23, And he said to them all, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow me....

Chapter 5 of Heroes in the Bible: Jesus with Dr. Tony Evans is inspired by the Gospels. The Outcasts - Jesus’ teaching goes viral, and he begins ministering to the broken, sick, and the outcasts. This episode showcases the slow-build of Jesus’ popularity, as well as his willingness to use the broken and imperfect to spread the kingdom of God. Today's opening prayer is inspired by John 3:16, For Go...

Chapter 4 of Heroes in the Bible: Jesus with Dr. Tony Evans is inspired by the Gospels. This is My Son - The Beginning of Jesus’ Ministry. This story is the beginning of Christ’s ministry here on earth. This story begins with the heavens splitting open to showcase Jesus as the beloved son of God, and it ends with a battle of mind and emotions between Jesus and Satan. Today's opening prayer is insp...

Chapter 2 of Heroes in the Bible: Jesus with Dr. Tony Evans is inspired by the Gospels. You Are Chosen - Mary and Joseph are chosen to be the parents who raise the Messiah. Much will be required of Mary and Joseph to enact God’s will, thus leading us by example. Today's opening prayer is inspired by Luke 1:30-31, And the angel said unto her, Fear not, Mary: for thou hast found favour with God. And...

Chapter 1 of Heroes in the Bible: Jesus with Dr. Tony Evans is inspired by the Gospels. He is Coming - The foretelling and the birth of John the Baptist. John is the last living prophet that paves the way for the coming Messiah - he is the prelude to Jesus’ epic coming. Today's opening prayer is inspired by Luke 1:37, For with God nothing shall be impossible. Listen to some of the greatest Bible s...

Chapter 30 of Heroes in the Bible: David with Dr. Tony Evans is inspired by 2 Samuel 23 - 1 Kings 2. The Death of a Hero - David enters into the rest of his Lord, and the crown is passed to an unlikely heir. Today's opening prayer is inspired by Romans 12:2, GDon’t be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, so that you may prove what is the good, well-pleasing, an...