Ten Minute Bible Talks Devotional Bible Study

We'd sacrifice a lot of our own comfort, time, and energy for the right price. But what if there's something worth far more than money? Are you willing to relentlessly seek God's wisdom? In today's episode, Patrick shares how Proverbs 2 encourages us desire wisdom above everything else. Read the Bible with us in 2024! This year, we’re tackling a group of Old Testament books traditionally known as...

Should I think of proverbs as promises? Who was Proverbs written to? What does it mean to fear the LORD? In today's episode, Jensen explains how Proverbs 1 gives us a way of living that produces flourishing. Read the Bible with us in 2024! This year, we’re tackling a group of Old Testament books traditionally known as “The Writings”— Psalms, Chronicles, Proverbs, Daniel, Ruth and more! Download yo...

Do you ever feel like a spiritual, moral, or religious failure? Are you distracted from the main thing? Do you see God's commands as irrelevant? In today's episode, Tanya shares how Nehemiah 13 reminds us that Jesus is the only firm foundation for our identities. Read the Bible with us in 2024! This year, we’re tackling a group of Old Testament books traditionally known as “The Writings”— Psalms,...

What's up with the Israelites wearing sackcloth and ashes when praying? Are you better at confessing other people's sins or your own? What does it mean to be "stiff-necked"? In today's episode, Keith shares how Nehemiah's prayer in Nehemiah 9-12 encourages us to confess honestly and take responsibility for our sins before God. Read the Bible with us in 2024! This year, we’re tackling a group of Ol...

Nehemiah 7-8 is a section of the Bible you might be tempted to skip. What does a list of names have to do with my life today? Why should I care about Ezra reading the Law? In today's episode, Jeff shares how Nehemiah 7-8 is not monotonous but monumental. And it has a powerful message for the people of God. Read the Bible with us in 2024! This year, we’re tackling a group of Old Testament books tra...

Does the Bible agree with a particular political party? Does Scripture always promote specific policy positions? Was Nehemiah a Republican or a Democrat? In today's episode, Patrick shares how Nehemiah 5-6 shows us that the kingdom of God does not fit neatly into our political categories - it transcends them. Read the Bible with us in 2024! This year, we’re tackling a group of Old Testament books...

Let go and let God. Jesus take the wheel. God's got this. These popular Christian sayings are founded on a good, true belief: God is in control. But these sayings might also be leading you into passivity instead of action. In today's episode, Jensen shares how Nehemiah 4 shows us that God empowers His people who trust in Him to help bring change in the world. Read the Bible with us in 2024! This y...

Are you living for God's kingdom or your own? Do you trust God in the face of opposition? Are you willing to serve? In today's episode, Tanya shares how Nehemiah 2:11-3:32 encourages us to take part in God's eternal kingdom by protecting, trusting, and serving. Read the Bible with us in 2024! This year, we’re tackling a group of Old Testament books traditionally known as “The Writings”— Psalms, Ch...

Do you read your Bible like Aesop's Fables? Can you serve God without working in ministry? Do you have the humility to honestly confess your sins? In today's episode, Keith shares how Nehemiah 1-2:10 reminds us that God uses ordinary people for His extraordinary purposes. Read the Bible with us in 2024! This year, we’re tackling a group of Old Testament books traditionally known as “The Writings”—...

Are your prayers messy enough? Are your prayers formative or formulaic? What if messy prayer is the path to transformation? In today's episode, Jeff shows us how Ezra's prayer in Ezra 9-10 encourages us to pray honestly, humbly, and hopefully. Read the Bible with us in 2024! This year, we’re tackling a group of Old Testament books traditionally known as “The Writings”— Psalms, Chronicles, Proverbs...

Are we in an age of rediscovering Jesus? Do you know the ancient way of Jesus? Are you devoted to the same practices Ezra was? In today's episode, Patrick shares how Ezra 7-8 encourages us to rediscover the ancient way of Jesus that leads to life.  Read the Bible with us in 2024! This year, we’re tackling a group of Old Testament books traditionally known as “The Writings”— Psalms, Chronicles, Pro...

How do you deal with disappointment? Where do you turn when life doesn't go as expected? Where do you find hope? In today's episode, Jensen shares how Ezra 3-6 points us to the God whose kingdom will never disappoint. Read the Bible with us in 2024! This year, we’re tackling a group of Old Testament books traditionally known as “The Writings”— Psalms, Chronicles, Proverbs, Daniel, Ruth and more! D...

Why is the book of Ezra in the Bible? How does it fit inside God's bigger story? How does it's ancient context speak to our lives today? In today's episode, Tanya gives the context for Ezra 1-2, reminding us of how God used real people of history to bring about His kingdom. Read the Bible with us in 2024! This year, we’re tackling a group of Old Testament books traditionally known as “The Writings...

Do you give thanks for the gifts God has given you? Do you make excuses for your sins? Are you guilty of grumbling? In today's episode, Keith reads through Psalm 106, encouraging us to be grateful toward God for rescuing us from our sin. Read the Bible with us in 2024! This year, we’re tackling a group of Old Testament books traditionally known as “The Writings”— Psalms, Chronicles, Proverbs, Dani...

Are you participating in God's mission to renew the world? Are you stepping into your place as he works to bless the nations? Or are you holding back certain areas of your life? In today's episode, Jeff shares how Psalm 105 invites us to see ourselves as a part of God's drama of redemption. Read the Bible with us in 2024! This year, we’re tackling a group of Old Testament books traditionally known...

Why do you praise God? Is it because He saved you? Because He knows you? Because He loves you? In today’s episode, Patrick shares how the author of Psalm 104 praises God for a different reason: His creation. Read the Bible with us in 2024! This year, we’re tackling a group of Old Testament books traditionally known as “The Writings”— Psalms, Chronicles, Proverbs, Daniel, Ruth and more! Download yo...

Do you have eyes to see God's goodness? Do you ever get a sense of awe when you consider what God has done for you? In today's episode, Jensen prays through Psalm 103, thanking God for His steadfast love for His people. Read the Bible with us in 2024! This year, we’re tackling a group of Old Testament books traditionally known as “The Writings”— Psalms, Chronicles, Proverbs, Daniel, Ruth and more!...

Do the unknowns of life ever keep you up at night? Do you struggle to trust that God hears your prayers? Are you bottling up your anxiety? In today's episode, Tanya looks at Psalm 102 and reminds us that we have a Father who holds our future in His hands. Read the Bible with us in 2024! This year, we’re tackling a group of Old Testament books traditionally known as “The Writings”— Psalms, Chronicl...

Are Christians called to be haters? What does God want us to hate? How can we hate in a loving way? In today's episode, Keith looks at Psalm 101, reminding us that we are called to love God and hate what is evil. Read the Bible with us in 2024! This year, we’re tackling a group of Old Testament books traditionally known as “The Writings”— Psalms, Chronicles, Proverbs, Daniel, Ruth and more! Downlo...

We're all sheep. Whether we like it or not, we were created to be followers. This begs the question: who or what are you following? In today's episode, Jeff shares how Psalm 100 reminds us that God is our Good Shepherd who we can trust to follow. Read the Bible with us in 2024! This year, we’re tackling a group of Old Testament books traditionally known as “The Writings”— Psalms, Chronicles, Prove...

How can Christians find peace in a chaotic election season? Is this the most important election ever? Is God in control? In today's episode, Patrick looks at Psalm 99, reminding us that nations rise and fall but the Kingdom of God will reign forever. Read the Bible with us in 2024! This year, we’re tackling a group of Old Testament books traditionally known as “The Writings”— Psalms, Chronicles, P...

The Bible uses lots of imagery to describe God. Which do you prefer? Shepherd? Rock? Father? What about... Warrior? In today's episode, Jensen shares how Psalm 98 encourages us to see God as our true Warrior King. Read the Bible with us in 2024! This year, we’re tackling a group of Old Testament books traditionally known as “The Writings”— Psalms, Chronicles, Proverbs, Daniel, Ruth and more! Downl...

Why does the Bible use the imagery of fire to describe God? Is the fire of God intended to harm us? Or protect us? In today's episode, Tanya shares how Psalm 97 points us to the fire of God's love, which preserves those who love Him and hate evil. Read the Bible with us in 2024! This year, we’re tackling a group of Old Testament books traditionally known as “The Writings”— Psalms, Chronicles, Prov...

Why does God command us to praise Him? Is God an ego-maniac? Is it wrong for God to be jealous? In today's episode, Keith uses Psalm 96 to show us how God's glory and our happiness are not at odds, they go together. Read the Bible with us in 2024! This year, we’re tackling a group of Old Testament books traditionally known as “The Writings”— Psalms, Chronicles, Proverbs, Daniel, Ruth and more! Dow...

Do you have a Burger King faith? Are you living as if God is reigning? Are you furthering God's kingdom or your own?  In today's episode, Jeff shares how Psalm 95 encourages us to submit our lives to God's way instead of our own. Read the Bible with us in 2024! This year, we’re tackling a group of Old Testament books traditionally known as “The Writings”— Psalms, Chronicles, Proverbs, Daniel, Ruth...