The Land and the Book

Our culture—and our world—are changing. And a lot of that change is anti-Christian at its care. How does this all fit into the end times? How can we learn to interpret the signs of our times in light of what we read in biblical prophecy? And—what’s just ahead for our world, prophetically? We’ll address those issues and more this week on The Land and the Book . Be sure...

What if one of the reasons marriage was given to us by God is to better understand His love—and future plan—for believers? What if we understood marriage through this biblical lens? This week on The Land and the Book , you’ll explore how marriage actually images the message of Revelation. Plus, we’ll share all the major news stories from the Middle East—all from a bib...

Consider the compelling life of Sarah. She married Abraham at the age of 39, never having met him before. And she soon became the mother of Isaac. But the real story is her remarkable journey from doubt to faith. There are plenty of twists and turns along the way. And you’ll meet Sarah as you’ve never seen her before, when you join us this week for The Land and the Book . Donate to Moo...

She’s a Jewish studies major at Moody Bible Institute. And she was looking forward to her summer internship in Israel. But it wasn’t long before a tense drama unfolded, creating a different twist in her story. You’ll hear the details first-hand…this week on The Land and the Book . Plus—headlines from the Middle East…Bible questions from listeners…and Ch...

Persecution in the Middle East. The trends are disturbing. And few people have a better grip on what’s happening there than Todd Nettleton of Voice of the Martyrs. This week on The Land and the Book , he shares firsthand accounts from his recent trips to the Middle East. Some of these stories offer amazing hope. And you’ll be sharing them over the dinner table, we promise. So don&rsquo...

Jesus was born to a simple peasant woman and her carpenter husband. The first people who took the time to find Him were not kings or queens or celebrities. They were working-class shepherds who were on the night shift. This week on The Land and the Book , we’re “Looking for Christmas.” We promise you’ll come away with a peace not just for the holidays—but for the enti...

The angels announced to the shepherds, “peace and goodwill toward men.” What did they actually mean? Where is this peace? How should the Bible frame our understanding of true peace—especially at Christmas, when there’s so little of it? That’s our focus this week on The Land and the Book . Plus, we’ll explore the latest headlines from the Middle through a biblica...

Despite Israel’s historic close ties with America, understanding U.S.-Israel relations can be tricky. So, what are the biggest influences—the loudest voices shaping this dialogue? What can American believers do to help the relationship? This week on The Land and the Book, we’ll bring clarity to that conversation—one you’ll find intriguing. So be sure to join us for Th...

When life’s troubles and tragedies overwhelm us, it’s easy to become fearful, despondent, and paralyzed by anxiety. We can even start questioning whether God cares about us. But what if we could draw insights for OUR fears…looking at the story of the Exodus? We can! This week on The Land and the Book , you’ll encounter the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, who is still the...

What do we know about the wives of the twelve disciples? What does Scripture say? And what does it NOT say? Coming up this week on The Land and the Book , it's an intriguing conversation with Dr. Bob Moeller: Wives of the Disciples. And because there's never a shortage of news from the Middle East, we'll bring you all the stories you need to know. Bible questions? We'll address many of those. And...

Should Christians support the modern state of Israel? How should we view Israel, the Jewish people, and the church? What makes Israel so special? We’re hearing a lot of questions like these in our day. So—how SHOULD Christians think about Israel? Does the Bible really offer a clear road map on any of this? Short answer: yes! And we invite you to an energizing conversation this week on...

The ache of a painful past...the search for an ancient artifact…the hiss of an impending threat… This is the backdrop for a work of biblical fiction based on the life of Esther. This week on The Land and the Book , award-winning author Tessa Afshar joins us. Having been raised in what is now known as ancient Persia—where Esther's story took place—she shares perspectives o...

In the Old Testament, Jericho's walls came tumbling down. But in the New Testament, the taxes were plenty high. Making sure that you paid your fair share—and then some—was a tax collector named Zacchaeus. What do we actually know about this man—and what can we take away from his story for our own journey? That's where we're headed this week on The Land and the Book . Join Charlie...

It was the deadliest day in Jewish history since the Holocaust: October 7, 2023. What were the highest hopes for Hamas? What would have made that day a “Perfect Ten” for them? And what do we need to know about the ideological mindset of terrorists LIKE them? These are questions we’ll explore this week with Justin Kron on  The Land and the Book . Prepare to be shocked, as you...

Earthquakes…floods…fires… terrorist attacks. In the U.S., we turn to the Red Cross for help. But what about in Israel? This week on The Land and the Book …it’s an inside look at first responders in the Holy Land. You'll hear about the courageous men and women who are saving lives in Israel. As always, we'll make plenty of time to address your most puzzling Bible q...

Eden, Sinai, Tabor, and Zion. In the Bible, these four mountain-top encounters with God unify the Bible's grand story. When you and I read Scripture with attentiveness to symbols and images—such as mountains—the Bible's overarching story emerges. Better yet, we encounter God Himself in His Word. This week on The Land and the Book , we’ll hike up all four mountains. Plus, we&rsquo...

It’s one thing to read about Bible History…but it’s another to live it. How do you do that? This week on The Land and the Book , we'll take a tour of the Biblical History Center! You'll stand in a tent made of goat and camel hair. Examine a coin with Pontius Pilate's name on it--and walk through a home like biblical characters lived in. Hint: it's mighty small. Scripture comes a...

It's incredible how many people happily agree that Jesus was a great teacher. Or a great miracle worker. Or a great moral example. But when you tell them Jesus claimed to be God , the conversation often turns icy. So, did Jesus really make that claim? Spoiler alert: Yes! Join us for the proof this week on The Land and the Book . Your faith will be fortified—and your love for Jesus magnified&...

The Bible commands every believer to make disciples. And making disciples begins with people who don’t know the Savior. But what do you do when your Jewish friend wants nothing to do with Christ? How do you navigate that relationship? This week on The Land and the Book , we’ll look at what to do “When Your Jewish Friend Wants Nothing to Do with Jesus.”  Plus, you&rsquo...

Suffering. It's the thing we run from--the thing we dread. But we're not alone. And we're not the first. Many of the Bible names you know and love faced suffering of all kinds. What lessons did they learn? What wisdom did they leave for us in Scripture? This week on The Land and the Book , our special guest is Joni Tada. You’ll be encouraged as we explore suffering in Scripture—and suf...

Consider the biblical city of Shiloh—Israel's first religious capital. It was here that Hanna dedicated her son, Samuel. In Shiloh, the Tabernacle and Ark of the Covenant were kept for many years. Today, workers are excavating the ancient city of Shiloh. This week on The Land and the Book , we'll talk with an archaeologist who shares remarkable insights from his dig earlier this summer. That...

Civil war in Syria. More than half a million Syrians are dead, and 55 thousand of those are children. Half of Syria's population is now uprooted from their homes. And 5.5 million have fled to neighboring countries. But some courageous Christians are shining bright lights for Christ in Syria. Their stories are amazing—and we’ll hear them this week on The Land and the Book . Donate to Mo...

It’s the biggest bully of the Middle East: the nation of Iran. We’ve heard all about their nuclear ambitions, but what’s daily life really like for women in Iran? This week on The Land and the Book , we'll delve into the pressing women's issues in Iran, particularly from a Christian perspective. Our guest was born and raised there. Then, Charlie Dyer's devotional reminds us that...

Throughout history, when nations have turned from God, He has raised men to try to bring them back. The Prophets of the Old Testament, the Apostles of the New Testament, and ultimately Jesus—all performed this role. These men are the  Tough Guys of the Bible . Where did they get their courage? What are their secrets? What can we learn from them to become tougher? That's our focus—...

The apostle Paul was born in Tarsus. That’s modern-day Turkey! A surprising amount of the Bible took place there. But today, Turkey is largely hostile to the gospel. This week on The Land and the Book , we’ll share a firsthand account of a gospel witness in Turkey. Plus, we’ll tackle some intriguing listener Bible questions. And then, Charlie Dyer’s devotional introduces us...