Outloud Bible Podcast

Send us a message! When you have regular access to something or someone, it’s hard to give them the same level of excitement, respect, and open-mindedness that other less-familiar people might give. Is this your relationship with Jesus or the Bible? Support the show Check out outloudbible.com for helpful study resources, and to discover how to bring the public reading of God's word to your ch...

Send us a message! When God finally delivered Jesus as the savior of the world, after his people had waited thousands of years, his first invitations were to messy outcast nobodies. Jesus, apparently, is for everyone… Support the show Check out outloudbible.com for helpful study resources, and to discover how to bring the public reading of God's word to your church, conference, retreat, or ot...

Send us a message! “What you meant for evil, God meant for good.” Is this just a pat Christian answer to minimize our pain? Or is there any bit of peace we can find in it? Support the show Check out outloudbible.com for helpful study resources, and to discover how to bring the public reading of God's word to your church, conference, retreat, or other event.

Send us a message! When the charade is over and the test is complete, how will Joseph’s brothers respond? Furthermore, when it’s revealed that God was in control all along, how will you respond? Support the show Check out outloudbible.com for helpful study resources, and to discover how to bring the public reading of God's word to your church, conference, retreat, or other event.

Send us a message! Joseph waits for moments. Some are high, some are low. But he finds himself ready for them all. When the tables turn, and his literal dreams come true, how will he respond to the moment? Support the show Check out outloudbible.com for helpful study resources, and to discover how to bring the public reading of God's word to your church, conference, retreat, or other event.

Send us a message! Doing what’s right is hard enough. Doing what’s right in a dysfunctional family feels impossible. But that’s what it takes to be a cycle-breaker. Support the show Check out outloudbible.com for helpful study resources, and to discover how to bring the public reading of God's word to your church, conference, retreat, or other event.

Send us a message! Jacob won’t be able to avoid the consequences of his deceit for long. He has some tough encounters to contend with… Support the show Check out outloudbible.com for helpful study resources, and to discover how to bring the public reading of God's word to your church, conference, retreat, or other event.

Send us a message! There’s nothing wrong with cleverness, or power, or silence, or helping others… but when we rely on any tactic to find success, instead of relying on God to do the work to change others’ hearts and ours, we’re on a path of trouble.  Support the show Check out outloudbible.com for helpful study resources, and to discover how to bring the public reading of God's word to your...

Send us a message! If we don’t do things God’s way, we won’t mess him up. But we’ll experience a lot of bumps and bruises along the way. The Patriarchs of God’s people make some bad choices that lead to rough roads. Support the show Check out outloudbible.com for helpful study resources, and to discover how to bring the public reading of God's word to your church, conference, retreat, or othe...

Send us a message! Faith is like a muscle. It needs to be exercised in order to grow. Lesser “weight” needs to be lifted before greater “weight” is required. Abraham has had a lifetime of faith exercises, and it’s all come to this… Support the show Check out outloudbible.com for helpful study resources, and to discover how to bring the public reading of God's word to your church, conference,...

Send us a message! The effects of sin are… messy, to say the least. This difficult-to-read section of the Bible serves to remind us that God is faithful even when our sin is grisly. Support the show Check out outloudbible.com for helpful study resources, and to discover how to bring the public reading of God's word to your church, conference, retreat, or other event.

Send us a message! God never breaks his promise, but he may change his mind. Abraham had God’s ear, and God was willing to be flexible. Support the show Check out outloudbible.com for helpful study resources, and to discover how to bring the public reading of God's word to your church, conference, retreat, or other event.

Send us a message! Abraham is considered a Hero of Faith, but he didn’t exactly act “heroic” in the face of uncertainty. Maybe there’s hope for the rest of us… Support the show Check out outloudbible.com for helpful study resources, and to discover how to bring the public reading of God's word to your church, conference, retreat, or other event.

Send us a message! Before new, healthy growth can happen, some serious demolition needs to take place. It was true of earth at the time of the Flood, and it’s true of our lives today. Support the show Check out outloudbible.com for helpful study resources, and to discover how to bring the public reading of God's word to your church, conference, retreat, or other event.

Send us a message! It’s clear from the beginning that God hates sin. But it’s just as clear that God always provides sinners a way out. Support the show Check out outloudbible.com for helpful study resources, and to discover how to bring the public reading of God's word to your church, conference, retreat, or other event.

Send us a message! In Genesis, we see that God hasn’t changed; he still desires a relationship with us, and wants what’s best for us. Unfortunately, we see that Satan hasn’t changed, either. Support the show Check out outloudbible.com for helpful study resources, and to discover how to bring the public reading of God's word to your church, conference, retreat, or other event.

Send us a message! The book of James is like the New Testament version of Proverbs. Don’t let this book fly by without stopping to get practical with it. Support the show Check out outloudbible.com for helpful study resources, and to discover how to bring the public reading of God's word to your church, conference, retreat, or other event.

Send us a message! Before getting too deep into the Bible, it’s important to remind ourselves that what we read and believe needs to affect how we act and treat others. If our actions and our beliefs don’t line up, the fault lies in our faith. Support the show Check out outloudbible.com for helpful study resources, and to discover how to bring the public reading of God's word to your church,...

Send us a message! Mike presented this Outloud Bible Performance at the Creative Christianity Conference, and has recreated it for you. Genesis 1:1-2:4 (NLT), Colossians 1:15-17 (NLT), Proverbs 3:19-20 (NIV), Proverbs 24:3-4 (NIV), Colossians 1:9-12 (NLT), Colossians 3:16-17 (NLT). And, if you want to use your creative gifts to build God's kingdom, check out thegrovecreative.com to learn how...

Send us a message! One word is used 16 times in the four short chapters of this book. Perhaps Paul wants us to understand something…? Support the show Check out outloudbible.com for helpful study resources, and to discover how to bring the public reading of God's word to your church, conference, retreat, or other event.

Send us a message! Paul’s letter to the early church of Philippi offers uplifting encouragement to believers who are simply wanting to learn what living for Jesus looks like. There is one trait in particular that is the most direct line to being like Jesus. Support the show Check out outloudbible.com for helpful study resources, and to discover how to bring the public reading of God's word to...

Send us a message! Jesus maintains his authority over his own fate, even over his own death, and authorizes his believers to tell the world about Him. Support the show Check out outloudbible.com for helpful study resources, and to discover how to bring the public reading of God's word to your church, conference, retreat, or other event.

Send us a message! The allegiance of Jesus’ friends gets tested. When things get dangerous, it’s surprising who gets closer to Jesus, and who keeps their distance. Support the show Check out outloudbible.com for helpful study resources, and to discover how to bring the public reading of God's word to your church, conference, retreat, or other event.

Send us a message! As Jesus’ life intensifies, he asks people if they’re all in. Jesus’ call to 100% is a serious one, but one we’re all able to answer, if only we’re willing. Support the show Check out outloudbible.com for helpful study resources, and to discover how to bring the public reading of God's word to your church, conference, retreat, or other event.

Send us a message! Jesus welcomes us to approach him, no matter our level of faith. But every interaction is a chance to grow. Are you being asked to take it up a notch? Support the show Check out outloudbible.com for helpful study resources, and to discover how to bring the public reading of God's word to your church, conference, retreat, or other event.