Heroes in the Bible

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 3 of Heroes in the Bible: Jesus with Dr. Tony Evans is inspired by the Gospels. God With Us - The Birth of Christ. This story showcases the humble yet profound beginning to Jesus. His birth fulfills many prophecies, yet flips people’s expectations upside-down. Today's opening prayer is inspired by Luke 2:11, For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the...

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 11 of Heroes in the Bible: Joseph with Dr. Ed Young is inspired by the Book of Genesis. The Palace of Forgiveness - After years of slavery, imprisonment, and hardship, Joseph reveals himself to his brothers. He feels the embrace of his father once more, and rises to be the deliverer God has always called him to be. Today's opening prayer is inspired by Acts 15:9, And put no difference betw...

Chapter 10 of Heroes in the Bible: Joseph with Dr. Ed Young is inspired by the Book of Genesis. The Prison of Revenge - Joseph seeks to test his brothers to see if they have changed. However the true test lies within Joseph’s heart. Will he give into the temptation for revenge? Today's opening prayer is inspired by Romans 12:10, Be kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in honour p...

Chapter 9 of Heroes in the Bible: Joseph with Dr. Ed Young is inspired by the Book of Genesis. The Prison of The Past - Joseph faces a decision. Does he allow his past anger to consume him, or does he rise to be the protector and hero God has called him to be? Today's opening prayer is inspired by Matthew 6:21, For where your treasure is, there will your heart be also. Listen to some of the greate...

Chapter 8 of Heroes in the Bible: Joseph with Dr. Ed Young is inspired by the Book of Genesis. The Palace of Plenty - The other sons of Jacob experience great hardship during the famine, and seek to find help from the governor of Egypt. They do not know it is the brother they sold into slavery many years ago. Today's opening prayer is inspired by Genesis 42:2, And he said, Behold, I have heard tha...

Chapter 7 of Heroes in the Bible: Joseph with Dr. Ed Young is inspired by the Book of Genesis. The Palace of Preparation - Joseph is made governor over all Egypt. God grants him favor, wisdom, and power to protect the land from famine. However, a greater test awaits him. Today's opening prayer is inspired by Proverbs 18:16, A man's gift maketh room for him, and bringeth him before great men. Liste...

Chapter 6 of Heroes in the Bible: Joseph with Dr. Ed Young is inspired by the Book of Genesis. The Palace of Humility - Joseph is brought before Pharaoh to bring comfort to his chaotic mind. Before, Joseph was prideful and arrogant about his gifts. However now, Joseph rises to power because of his humility. Today's opening prayer is inspired by Genesis 41:16, And Joseph answered Pharaoh, saying, I...

Chapter 5 of Heroes in the Bible: Joseph with Dr. Ed Young is inspired by the Book of Genesis. The Palace of Prison - Joseph is unjustly thrown into yet another prison. However this prison turns out to be a palace meant to showcase his gifts and favor with God. Today's opening prayer is inspired by Genesis 40:4, And the captain of the guard charged Joseph with them, and he served them: and they co...

Chapter 4 of Heroes in the Bible: Joseph with Dr. Ed Young is inspired by the Book of Genesis. The Prison of Potiphar - Joseph is sold into slavery, however the favor of God was upon him in everything. Slavery humbled Joseph, and drew him closer to God. His righteousness would be tested, and his character will be revealed. Today's opening prayer is inspired by Genesis 39:7, And it came to pass aft...

Chapter 3 of Heroes in the Bible: Joseph with Dr. Ed Young is inspired by the Book of Genesis. The Prison of Judah - The brother’s of Joseph go on to live their lives as if nothing happened. However the slippery slope of sin catches up to them, and Judah finds himself in a whirlwind of shame. Today's opening prayer is inspired by Genesis 38:25, When she was brought forth, she sent to her father in...