Word for Word: The Bible

Welcome to Day 17 of Word for Word: The Bible . Today’s episode continues our journey through Scripture with a word-for-word reading of Exodus chapters 4–6 from the New International Version (NIV). These chapters mark a pivotal moment as Moses moves from calling to confrontation—and discovers that obedience does not always bring immediate relief. In Today's Reading You'll Hear: God empowering Mose...

Welcome to Day 16 of Word for Word: The Bible . In this episode, we begin the book of Exodus , continuing our year-long journey through Scripture by reading Exodus chapters 1–3 word for word from the New International Version (NIV) . These chapters mark a major turning point in the biblical story as the family preserved in Egypt becomes an oppressed people—and God begins preparing a deliverer. Tod...

Today’s reading brings us to the conclusion of the book of Genesis, covering chapters 47 through 50. Joseph settles his family in Egypt as the famine continues, and we see how God preserves both His people and the surrounding nations through wisdom, provision, and foresight. Jacob spends his final years blessing his sons, speaking words that reflect both their character and the future of the twelv...

Today’s reading brings one of the most emotional and pivotal moments in the book of Genesis. After years of separation, guilt, and unanswered questions, Joseph’s story reaches a turning point as repentance, forgiveness, and reconciliation finally come together. In Genesis 44, Joseph tests his brothers by placing his silver cup in Benjamin’s sack. When the cup is discovered, Judah steps forward and...

Today’s reading covers Genesis chapters 40–43 , marking a major turning point in Joseph’s story. After years of unjust suffering and forgotten promises, Joseph is suddenly brought from prison into Pharaoh’s presence. God grants him wisdom to interpret dreams that reveal seven years of abundance followed by seven years of famine. In response, Joseph is elevated to authority over all Egypt, entruste...

Welcome to Day 12 of Word for Word: The Bible . In this episode, we continue our year-long journey through Scripture by reading Genesis chapters 36–39 word for word from the New International Version (NIV) . These chapters mark a major transition in Genesis as the focus shifts from recorded generations to lives being tested—especially in the early story of Joseph. Today’s reading includes: The lin...

Welcome to Day Eleven of Word for Word: The Bible . In today’s episode, we continue our journey through Genesis by reading chapters 33–35 , where Jacob finally returns home after years of separation, conflict, and uncertainty. These chapters show both the beauty and complexity of restoration. We witness reconciliation between Jacob and Esau, alongside moments of tragedy, moral failure, and loss wi...

Welcome to Day 10 of Word for Word: The Bible . In today’s episode, we read Genesis chapters 30–32 word for word from the New International Version (NIV). These chapters mark a major turning point in Jacob’s life as years of striving, rivalry, and waiting give way to movement, confrontation, and transformation. Today’s reading includes: The continued growth of Jacob’s family amid rivalry between L...

Welcome to Day 9 of Word for Word: The Bible . In today’s episode, we read Genesis chapters 27–29 word for word from the New International Version (NIV) . These chapters mark a major turning point in the story of Jacob, as the covenant blessing moves forward through family conflict, deception, and unexpected encounters with God. Today’s reading includes: Jacob deceiving Isaac and receiving Esau’s...

Today’s episode of Word for Word: The Bible covers Genesis chapters 23–26 , marking a major transition in God’s covenant as it passes from Abraham to Isaac . These chapters show how God’s promises continue through seasons of loss, family decisions, and familiar struggles—carried forward not by human perfection, but by God’s faithfulness. Today's reading includes: The death of Sarah and Abraham sec...

Welcome to Day 7 of Word for Word: The Bible . In this episode, we read Genesis chapters 20–22 word for word from the New International Version (NIV) . These chapters show both the fulfillment of God’s promise to Abraham and one of the greatest tests of faith found in all of Scripture. Today’s reading includes: Abraham and Abimelek, and God’s protection of Sarah The birth of Isaac, the long-awaite...

Welcome to Day 6 of Word for Word: The Bible . In today’s episode, we read Genesis chapters 17–19 word for word from the New International Version (NIV) . These chapters mark a significant turning point in the biblical story as God makes His covenant with Abram more explicit, gives him a new name— Abraham —and reaffirms His promise of a son through Sarah . Today’s reading includes: God establishin...

Welcome to Day 5 of Word for Word: The Bible . In today’s episode, we read Genesis chapters 14–16 word for word from the New International Version (NIV). These chapters continue the story of Abram and reveal how God’s promises unfold amid conflict, waiting, and human weakness. Today’s reading includes: Abram rescuing Lot after the battle of the kings Abram’s encounter with Melchizedek, priest of G...

Welcome to Day 4 of Word for Word: The Bible . In today’s episode, we continue our year-long journey through Scripture by reading Genesis chapters 10–13 word for word from the New International Version (NIV). These chapters move the story forward after the flood and begin to narrow God’s focus from all humanity to one chosen family. Today's reading includes: The Table of Nations , tracing the desc...

Welcome to Day Three of Word for Word: The Bible . In this episode, we continue our year-long journey through Scripture by reading Genesis chapters 7–9 word for word from the New International Version (NIV) . Today’s reading covers the story of Noah and the Flood , one of the most well-known and significant events in the Bible. These chapters reveal both God’s judgment and His mercy as He preserve...

Welcome to Day Two of Word for Word: The Bible . In this episode, we continue our year-long journey through Scripture by reading Genesis chapters 4–6 word for word from the New International Version (NIV). These chapters show how life unfolds after the Fall and how quickly the world changes. Today’s reading includes: The story of Cain and Abel and the first act of violence God’s warning about sin...

Welcome to Day One of Word for Word: The Bible .  In this episode, we begin our year-long journey by reading Genesis chapters 1–3 word for word from the New International Version (NIV) . These opening chapters lay the foundation for everything that follows in Scripture.  Today’s reading includes: God’s creation of the heavens and the earth The six days of creation and the Sabbath rest The creation...