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First John has one of the most succinct and clear summaries of what it means to be a Christian. If you know Jesus Christ as your Savior or if you've not yet met Him, this study will make it very clear to you what this life of following Jesus is all about.

God is love. That's the theme we're studying as we continue our study in 1 John. Learn more about important topics like: how to avoid the “wicked one,” the importance of loving our brother, and the sword of the Spirit—the weapon God has given to all of us.

Is there a difference between the Word of God and the commandments of God? Find out the answer to this question and more as the Apostle John tells us more about the importance of knowledge of and obedience to God's Word.

Do you long for joy and assurance? In this study, Dr. McGee tells us that real joy is only found in a relationship with Jesus and through fellowship with God. Hear more about Jesus' propitiation, advocacy, and intercession for each of us before the Father.

How can we have fellowship with God? It's an important question. Dr. McGee shares two methods believers often try to get close to God, but don't work; then he tells us more about the importance of confessing our sins so we can be restored to the Father.

In his first epistle, the Apostle John tells us God is holy and dwells in light, and that man is not holy and dwells in darkness—with a very steep and deep canyon between us and God. So how has God made a way for us to have a relationship with Him? Find out how we can step into the light of God's Word and regain fellowship with Him.

What does it mean “to have a relationship with God?” We hear that phrase a lot—do you ever wonder how it works? Is having a relationship with God like having a relationship with other people? In this study, Dr. McGee answers these questions and tells us more about the benefits of having relationships with other believers as well.

Near the end of his life, the Apostle John, pastor of the church in Ephesus, wrote believers “a family letter” to teach them how to stand firm against heresy, to walk in the light, and grow closer to God. See how these principles still apply to us today.

Jonah's mission is completed, but he's angry. How will God handle it? Will Jonah finally see things God's way? In this final study, we see God deal graciously with Jonah and save Nineveh, just as He promised He would.

Partially digested. That's how Dr. McGee describes Jonah's appearance when he arrived in Nineveh. Is it enough to get the attention of these wicked people? Will they listen to God? Will God spare them? These are the important questions we explore as we watch God move Nineveh.

Nineveh was one of the greatest cities in the ancient world. In fact, the Bible says it was “an exceeding great city.” But as Dr. McGee tells us, Nineveh was not only great in size, but great in wickedness, too! So, how will the Ninevites react when Jonah shows up with a message from God? That's what we'll discover as Jonah enters the city and begins to proclaim God's message.

God gives second, third, and even fourth chances to those He loves. That's the great message we learn as Jonah arrives on dry land. Our study then continues as Dr. McGee explains more about Nineveh, its great size, and its great propensity for sin.

“Salvation is of the Lord!” That's the good news we hear as Dr. J. Vernon McGee continues to make connections between the Old and New Testaments and tells more about Jonah's newfound obedience to the Lord.

Is it possible to live three days and three nights inside a fish? And if so, wasn't it possible for the God who raised Jesus from the dead to do the same thing for Jonah? These are the questions Dr. McGee explores as we study Jonah's prayer and submission to God's will as he was being swallowed.

Did Jonah really get swallowed by a big fish? In this study, Dr. McGee answers that important question and shows how God used the storm in the life of Jonah and the pagan sailors onboard the ship traveling to Tarshish.

How far will God go to reach runaway Jonah? And what will the consequences of his disobedience be? In this study, we'll find out as God sends a storm to turn him around.

Jonah went west when God told him to go east. What happens next? Follow along as we learn that God is with us—even in the most difficult of circumstances.

Dr. J. Vernon McGee says that in only four short chapters, the book of Jonah deals with six significant subjects: Jesus' resurrection and salvation (not by works); God's purposes, faithfulness, goodness, and grace. He is the God of the Gentiles!

Is it really true? Dr. J. Vernon McGee answers this important question, as we explore the historical authenticity and spiritual value of this highly criticized Old Testament book.

Should Christians be involved in politics? This is just one of the important topics our teacher, Dr. J. Vernon McGee, talks about as he wraps up the story of Edom's judgment with good news for us all.

Edom certainly was prideful! But even though Edom ceased to exist long ago, its message for us today is certainly clear. In this study, Dr. J. Vernon McGee warns us about the pride that can creep into our society, our churches, our homes, and of course within ourselves.

What are the dangers of pride and godless living? Edom is a terrific example. Find out how God reacts when men try to overthrow God and become deity themselves.

When Esau despised his birthright, he declared he didn't care about God at all. Some 1200 years later, when his descendants had become a great people, they followed in his steps—declaring their ability to live without God, thinking they were perfectly secure without Him. Find out how God deals with this type of arrogance in the very unusual prophecy of Obadiah.

“A small book that packs a big punch.” That's how Dr. J. Vernon McGee describes Obadiah, the shortest book in the Old Testament. In this first study, we'll learn more about the prophet and the important message he had for Edom.

“You can't keep God from loving you, but you can put up an umbrella of indifference and sin and rebellion. Then you won't experience it, but He still loves you.” That's what our teacher, Dr. J. Vernon McGee, has to say about the great news that there is nothing that can separate you from the love of God. Hear more in this conclusion to our study of Second Peter.

“Our time left on earth is limited” is the important message our teacher, Dr. J. Vernon McGee, has for us in this study of the world that was, the world that is, and ultimately the world that will be after God's judgment.

Ominous. That's the word that sums up this study. Dr. J. Vernon McGee gives us a front row seat to what he calls a very frightful apostasy that is coming in the world today, an apostasy in which men and women will turn away from the Word of God and become like animals.

Can people really change? That's the tough question Dr. J. Vernon McGee asks in this lesson. The apostle explains it is better for someone to not have known the way of righteousness than, having known it, to then turn from the gospel.

There's never been a shortage of people who want to make a buck off of spiritual things. Discover where that dangerous path leads as we return to the Old Testament story of Balaam in the book of Numbers. Like every other religious racketeer, Balaam loved money and he would do anything to get it. Join us for more insight from the Word of God on how to navigate life and avoid the pitfalls of corruption.

How does a godly man live in an ungodly world? Travel back to the Old Testament as Peter looks at the lives of two godly men who lived in extremely wicked times. The first is Noah— who listened to God during extraordinary circumstances—and the second is Lot, whose testimony reflects a great struggle in living a godly life.

“Plastic teachers with plastic words.” That's what Dr. J. Vernon McGee warns us about in our continuing study of 2 Peter as we're advised to avoid deception and are reminded that in the flesh, you and I have no good within us.

“But there were false prophets also among the people, even as there shall be false teachers among you.” In this fascinating lesson, Dr. McGee helps us understand how we can quickly identify a false teacher and recognize their deceptive strategies.

“The Word of God is not only divine, it is human—like the Lord Jesus who was both God and man. It deals with human life, yet it is God speaking to men and women in a language they can understand.” That's some of the great truth we hear from our teacher, Dr. J. Vernon McGee. Get more of Peter's advice to “Jewish Christians” in his day, and see how his words also apply to us today.

If you knew you were going to die tomorrow, what would you say to those you love? Would you have any advice or final thoughts that you'd want to share? Dr. McGee calls 2 Peter 1 “the swan song of Simon Peter” because it was written shortly before his execution and gives us great insight into living the Christian life.

Living the Christian life isn't easy. If you need some help and hope, Dr. J. Vernon McGee gives us encouragement and direction for living the Christian life straight from God's Word.

There is something beyond salvation is the important message our teacher, Dr. J. Vernon McGee, shares in this study. Learn that there is much more to the Christian life than merely being saved.

The Apostle Peter shares secrets of life and Christian living, including how to have peace with God, how to know God, how to escape the pollution of the world, and how to have everything we need for life and godliness.

Is the Apostle Peter the true author of 2 Peter? Why is 2 Peter so different from 1 Peter? What are the similarities between 2 Peter and 2 Timothy? Our teacher, Dr. J. Vernon McGee, answers these questions and more in this introduction to the New Testament book of 2 Peter.

Is it really the end of Israel's Northern Kingdom? Or does God have more in store for them? Dr. McGee tells us more about God's unending love for Israel and His plan for them as a united kingdom in the future.

God does not forget our deeds, whether good or evil. A dark day in Israel warns us that a famine of the Word of God can happen to any nation that rejects His Word and that, as part of their judgment, ten tribes shall never return to the Northern Kingdom after their captivity.

Judgment comes upon King Amaziah for trying to stop Amos from prophesying. Dr. McGee explains Amos' vision of the summer fruit and tells us more about the pending judgment of the Northern Kingdom.

The Israelites continue their pursuit of pleasure as Amos calls them to repentance, even as King Amaziah tries to stop him. Explore his three visions, which show the love of God for Israel as well as the judgment that is soon to come.

What were the sins of Israel that kept them from turning to God? The list may surprise you: illicit sex, gluttony, improper music, and drunkenness. Sound familiar? Dr. J. Vernon McGee tells us that Amos' words of warning to the Israelites so long ago are important to us as a nation today.

You may have heard about The Day of Lord, but what is it? And when will it happen? Learn more about this important event, and what will happen to Israel as it dawns.

"Judgment is coming. That's the message the prophet Amos has been sent to deliver to Israel. But so far, they refuse to turn from their wicked living. Even so, he continues to call for repentance saying, Seek the Lord and live! Dr. J. Vernon McGee says the warning and invitation from God is for each of us as well.

As the prophet Amos continues to warn of God's impending judgment, Bethel and Gilgal paid no attention and perish. Dr. McGee reminds us that, like Israel, we all must be prepared to meet God someday, and in His mercy, the invitation to forsake our idol worship and return to Him remains open.

Turn from sin; judgment is coming! That's the message the prophet Amos was sent to tell Israel. Amos' message was anything but subtle, in fact he even used biting sarcasm, reminding people of the famine, droughts, locusts, and warfare that came before.

God always warns His people before judging them. That's the message we'll hear from Dr. J. Vernon McGee as we're reminded of examples from the days of Noah, Abraham, Joseph, Elijah, and even Jesus' warning of Jerusalem's own destruction.

Greater privilege means greater responsibility. That's what we hear in this study in Amos, as he continues to build the case against Israel and reminds them of their privilege when Abraham was called from the apostasy of the Tower of Babel.

The voice of God is not being heard in this land, says Dr. J. Vernon McGee in this study. That's also the word Amos had for the Israelites in his day. Learn more about God's case against Israel and the harsh judgment He has in store for all those who turn their backs on Him.

In this study, we see how Amos overruled all celebrity order in his day and spoke the truth directly to those who needed to hear itincluding about judgments against Moab, Judah, and Israel.