By the time I was a teenager, having grown up in Church, I knew a ton of Bible stories and random memory verses. But even with all that knowledge, something still felt disconnected. The Bible was still overwhelming. It was a massive book with tiny words, weird names, and cultural things that I didn't understand.
Can you relate? Maybe you grew up in Church and had a similar knowledge of Scripture as I did. Maybe you want to read the entire Bible, but it's a little big and confusing and you don't know where to begin. I understand where you're coming from. I've been there.
But here's the thing: once you zoom out and learn the story, it will make everything else come alive. You'll see the Bible differently. You'll enjoy reading it more. And you'll even see how your story fits into God's story. |
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June 18 — Dallas Jenkins, creator of The Chosen, is developing a new series, Joseph of Egypt, for Amazon MGM Studios. The show will explore the biblical story of Joseph, focusing on his betrayal by jealous brothers, rise to power in Egypt, and ultimate test of forgiveness. The project is part of Jenkins' broader partnership with Amazon, which includes exclusive streaming rights for The Chosen and a future series on Moses. (RELEVANT) |
| June 19 — The first complete Welsh Bible, translated by Bishop William Morgan in 1588 (and available to read in Bible Gateway), is on display in Wales for the first time at St Davids Cathedral until July 9, 2025. Loaned by Westminster Abbey, where it has been preserved since its creation, the Bible is celebrated as a "special treasure" of Welsh heritage. This rare edition remains in excellent condition, having only ever been used once in church. (Christian Daily) |
| June 19 — How long was Jesus' hair? Centuries of Christian art, from Byzantine mosaics to Renaissance paintings to modern films, have depicted him with lengthy locks. But first-century Jewish men typically kept their hair and beards short, as long hair was mocked for being associated with Roman and Greek elites (see 1Cor 11:14). In the 4th century, artists began picturing him with long hair as a symbol of power and divinity — an image that persists to this day. (RELEVANT) |
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It has long been a mystery who wrote the Letter to the Hebrews, but it was clearly someone very well-educated in both Greek oratory and the Hebrew Bible. Here's your quick reference guide to the book, including summary, key verse, important info, and reading guides.
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As a former college pastor, I decided one year to structure my annual Bible study around the Old Testament in the fall and the New Testament in the spring. To my delight, several skeptical students came to faith during the fall semester — before even reaching the New Testament.
How was it possible for these students to encounter Jesus Christ and make a commitment of faith without even reading the Gospels? |
| It's easy to forget sometimes, but rest and relaxation in the Bible are neither luxuries nor hard-won breaks from labor. Rest is baked into creation from the very beginning.
As you're adjusting to summer schedules and maybe even preparing for vacation, here is a collection of Bible verses about God's promises — and expectations — for our physical and spiritual rest, in this life and the life to come. |
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NIV, Biblical Theology Study Bible |
With three articles introducing Biblical theology and 25 articles unpacking key themes of Scripture, the NIV Biblical Theology Study Bible equips you to follow the progressive unfolding of God's story. Helpful introductions to books and sections of the Bible combined with 20,000 verse-by-verse study notes will guide you to a clearer understanding of every portion of Scripture. |
| 40 Days Through the Bible, Spiral-bound edition |
Lysa TerKeurst and the Proverbs 31 Ministries team have created a Bible study that reveals how God's promises fulfill our deepest longings. Now available in an exclusive spiral-bound edition, this 40-day study is even more accessible, designed for ease of use and meaningful engagement with God's Word. |
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