Bible Lab is where we explore major themes from every book of the Bible in order to see how each page points to Jesus. Primary resources used: The Story Retold: A Biblical-Theological Introduction to the New Testament by G. K. Beale, Benjamin L. Gladd
Welcome to season 3 of Bible Lab!! We continue our study of God's word by looking at the minor prophets - when they spoke, where they lived, and the themes of their message.
As we conclude season 2, we recap where we've been and look ahead to season 3.
As we conclude our study of the book of Ezekiel, we look at nine lessons learned and how they can be applied to our lives.
In the episode, we examine the amazing, relentless grace of God toward his people.
Ezekiel prosecutes the sin of Israel and shows the horrific nature of rebellion against God.
In this episode we explore Ezekiel's visions of the temple, and how the temple in the Old Testament points to Christ and eternity.
In our first episode on Ezekiel, we will introduce the book, set it in the biblical timeframe, and explore the first theme, God's glory.
As we close our study of Jeremiah, we look at lessons from this book that can be applied to our lives today.
Jeremiah speaks directly to the new covenant that was fulfilled in Jesus. We examine why a new covenant was necessary and the differences between it and the old covenant.
In this episode we explore God's sovereignty over all the nations surrounding Israel.
In this episode we examine how God uses the nation of Babylon.
The book of Jeremiah gives us a glimpse into the heart of a suffering prophet and is instructive in how we think about our own emotions and the emotions of God.
In our second theme in Jeremiah, we look at the people of Judah's refusal to repent from sin and return to God who shows mercy.
Welcome to our first episode in the book of Jeremiah. We will introduce the book and examine the first theme, which is the prophet's case against the people of Judah.
As we wrap our study of Isaiah, we look at ten lessons we can apply to our lives today.
Isaiah points the reader to the glorious kingdom of God and describes what it will be like for God's people.
In part 2 of our examination of the suffering servant in Isaiah, we look at how Jesus fulfilled the roles of the servant as well as the triumphant messiah in the new testament.
The fourth theme we will examine in Isaiah is the suffering servant. This theme is so rich, we are breaking it into two parts. Join us in part 1 as we look at how Isaiah describes the servant and what he will do.
In this episode, we explore the critical role that faith plays in the book of Isaiah, and how the lack of it is eternally dangerous.
Isaiah speaks a strong word to the sins of pride and unbelief. Join us as we examine his warnings.
Welcome to our first episode in the book of Isaiah. We will introduce the book and jump into the first theme, which is Isaiah describing the character of God.
In our final episode on the books of 1 and 2 Kings, we examine lessons that can be applied to our lives today.
The author of Kings views the events of Israel's history through the lens of God's promise of hope for his people.
A major theme in the book of Kings is how the leaders of God's people stack up against the Mosaic covenant. We'll explore the successes and failures of those kings in light of that theme.
What did the prophets of the bible do? Who was their message for and how did God use them? Join us as we dive into the role of God's prophets.
Welcome to the first episode in our study of 1 and 2 Kings. We will identify where the book falls on the biblical timeline and discuss the first theme, the effects of sinful leaders on the people of God.
As we close our study of the book of Samuel, we highlight over 20 lessons that can be applied to our lives today.
In this episode we confront David's devastating sin, the ensuing consequences, and the need for Jesus to be our perfect King.
In the book of Samuel, God makes a promise to David that generated hope for the people of Israel and points us toward Jesus, the fulfillment of that promise.
What does God want in a king? The book of Samuel lays out the characteristics of God's ideal king and shows how Saul falls short and how David succeeds.
In this episode, we look at God's presence throughout Samuel and the consequences of not taking it seriously.
Welcome to the book of Samuel. In our first episode we identify the context of the book and jump into the first theme, the transition of Israel's leadership from judges to the monarchy.
In our concluding episode on Judges, we look at twelve lessons from the book and how they can be applied to our daily lives.
In our last theme in Judges, we look at the faithfulness of God and examine what does true repentance look like?
The book of Judges describes Israel's failures in leadership as they progress further from God's law and heart.
The book of Judges gives clear examples of sin infecting a culture with stupidity and inhumanity.
We begin our study of Judges by looking at where the book sits in the context of the rest of scripture and examining the first main theme, Israel's compromise with idolatry.
In our last episode on Joshua, we identify some major lessons and applications for our lives.
God promised and delivered the inheritance to the nation of Israel in Joshua. And as followers of Jesus today, we have an even greater inheritance to enjoy and look toward.
In this episode, we discuss God's expectations of His people: unity & obedience.
In our second episode examining Joshua, we look at the attributes of God and how God calls his people to respond to his character.
Welcome to our first episode in the book of Joshua. We will introduce the book and dive into the first theme - rest.
In this episode we lay out major themes throughout the Old Testament books categorized as "the prophets". Joshua, Judges, Samuel, Kings, Isaiah, Jeremiah, Ezekiel, and the minor prophets
In our final episode on Deuteronomy, we look at twelve timeless truths from this book that can be applied to our lives today.
The book of Deuteronomy provides a clear view of the attributes and the methods of God. In this episode, we walk through some of them and discuss their intended effect in our lives.
Join us as we look at God's plan for his people to love and obey him, leading to his glory among the surrounding nations.
In this episode, we examine the dangers that lead God's people into sin and the promise of God's saving and sustaining grace.
How are God's people supposed to love him? Join us as we unpack Deuteronomy's instruction to love God with all our heart, soul, and might.
In this episode, we explore the concept of fearing God - what it means, and what it leads to.
Welcome to our opening episode for Deuteronomy. We establish the biblical context for the book and lay out its importance for Israel and throughout the rest of scripture.
In our last episode in Numbers, we look at 17 lessons and timeless truths that can be learned from this book and applied to our lives.