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Is our nation like Assyria? In Nahum, chapter 3, we'll examine the indicators like a deceitful government and news media, a false sense of security among people, and a growing interest in witchcraft and the occult. While the indicators may not be in our favor, Dr. McGee encourages us to intercede for our nation before the Father.

Trace it through history—people who turn their backs on God are eventually brought to their knees. As we follow the destruction of Assyria, we'll learn how a once great and cruel nation was brought to judgment and simply wiped from the face of the earth. It's a solemn lesson we would be wise to heed.

Correctly understanding and interpreting the Bible adds depth and beauty to our understanding—and to do it incorrectly leads to wrong assumptions and false doctrine. Learn more about the judgment of the Assyrians and the important connection between the books of Nahum and Jonah.

How can you refute those who say the Bible is full of errors? Nahum has the answers. Discover striking evidence that will boost our assurance that God's Word can be trusted and help us understand how the book of Nahum holds a key to interpreting the entire Word of God.

Although the people of Nineveh ultimately repented and God did not destroy them as Jonah had warned, it's now 100 years later. The people of Nineveh have forgotten the mercy of God and are back to their treacherous ways. How will Nahum handle them? Will he destroy their idols? Will they repent? Will God save and restore them? Will He save us when we sin?

Jonah's message to Nineveh revealed the love of God, and Nahum's message reveals his justice. As we learn that God is patient and slow to anger, we'll also learn that when He punishes countries and evil doers, it's really out of love.

When reading the Bible, a good rule to keep in mind is, “Not all of it is to us, but no matter where you turn in the Word of God, it is all for us.” That's what we hear in the prophetic Old Testament book of Nahum. Nahum means “comfort.” While he prophesies judgment, it can also be a comfort to the enemies of the one being judged.

In this conclusion to 3 John, we're reminded of the importance of encouraging and supporting the work of those who preach the Word of God. Learn more about Demetrius, an itinerant preacher who carried the gospel throughout the Roman Empire and whom John calls a faithful, dependable brother and a man of God. We'll also hear more of John's praise for Gaius and be reminded that to be of God we are not to imitate evil, but only what is good—like these faithful men.

Who is Diotrephes? And, what can we learn from him? That's what we'll learn as the Apostle Paul introduces us to a man Dr. McGee calls “a rascal in the early church.” Travel back to the first century as we study Diotrephes' malicious statements against the apostles, his refusal to entertain missionaries, and how he excommunicated those who did entertain missionaries.

In his letter to Gaius, John expresses his joy over believers who are sharing God's Word and walking in truth. He also commends him on receiving and entertaining the true teachers of the Word. Learn more about how to identify true teachers and support those who give out the Word of God and walk in love.Hide

The Bible is a book of true stories from people's lives throughout history. The Apostle John wrote the book of 3 John at the end of the first century—over fifty years after he had walked with Jesus. Meet three of the earliest followers of Christ as John gives us a snapshot of what life was like for those in the early church and how we too can grow in holiness, grace, and the knowledge of God as we walk and work in the truth.

The Apostle John's favorite word was love. But not the sentimental, sloppy version of what we call “love.” John tells us about God's love modeled by God's people. In this study, learn about our need to abide in the doctrine of Christ so we can avoid false teachers. John warns us: If we entertain these deceivers, we are a partner in their deeds.

What is love? In this study, the Apostle John tells us true love is walking in God's commandments, and warns us about the antichrist and others who want to distract and deceive us with liberalism and apostasy, driving a wedge between believers.

Our commitment to God's truth is essential—and so is our commitment to walk in love. Learn important truth about salvation, justice, righteousness, and more from the beloved Apostle John. Together we'll discover that walking in truth means walking in obedience to the commandments from the Father, including taking the gospel to the world He so deeply loves.

The book of Second John reminds us of the dangers of extremes. So, how do godly people live in this world? In this study we turn our attention to this important discussion and learn that Christian love can only be expressed in the bounds of the family of God, those who have the truth of the Word of God.

“When love and truth are in conflict, which one should prevail?” That's what we'll learn in this study of 2 John. Written to warn against entertaining those who denied the deity of Christ, the Apostle John reminds us that if you do not practice righteousness in your life, and love your fellow Christian brother, you are not of God.

There is no God like our God! He has no equal. That's the amazing truth we hear from Micah in this concluding study of the small, but powerful prophecy. Hear Micah's beautiful song of praise that tells us of holiness and righteousness, and the miraculous deliverance God promises His people.

In this study, the prophet Micah reveals his faith in God's salvation, publicly confesses the sins of his people, and submits himself to the will of God.

Is there a sign that will tell us if we're living in the end of the age? Witness the prophet Micah's distress about the difficult judgments God calls him to proclaim against Israel.

In one of the most well-known passages in the Old Testament, Micah details the destruction of Israel because of her sins. Dr. McGee warns that our own nation is headed in the same direction.

How can you be saved? Learn from the Old Testament that a relationship, not rituals, is how God offers us redemption.

Jesus is our Advocate today. That's the good news we'll hear in Micah's final message to the Israelites as he calls all nations to listen. Instead of lodging a charge against them, God asks them, “What am I guilty of?” and then reminds them of His care for them throughout history.

When Mary and Joseph arrived in Bethlehem, it was at the exact time and place prophesied by Micah some 700 years before. Examine this spectacular prophecy as Micah outlines Christ's humility, deity, and care for His people in detail.

Future glory because of past promises. That's what we learn about in this study of what Dr. McGee calls one of the most remarkable prophecies in the Old Testament. We'll learn of the coming Messiah and His birth in Bethlehem.

“The Day of the Lord begins in darkness, but it ends in the light of a new day!” That's the good news as we learn more about the coming battle of Armageddon and how the Lord will help Israel prevail.

The more you see your own flaws and sins, the more precious and amazing you see God's mercy. Examine Micah's prophesies of the last day and the millennial kingdom as we catch a glimpse of God's unending mercy.

No matter what decade you live in, God is the only source of peace and our only hope in this world. See the prophet Micah take a stand, expose the idolatry of the leaders, and foretell the complete desolation of Jerusalem.

Micah has delivered some very strong messages of judgment. But at the end of chapter two, he speaks for God in a beautiful prophecy that tells us God doesn't shy away from pointing out their sin, but He also isn't shy about showing them mercy—not because of their worthiness or some fine character trait, but because of His own grace.

People in Israel 2700 years ago had problems very much like ours today. Learn more about Micah's prophetic message about God's judgment of their idolatry and covetousness and his warning about the punishments to come.

It's easy to be lulled into thinking we are not in a life and death struggle between good and evil. In this study the prophet Micah tells us clearly who will win this battle and hints about an heir in the line of David whose name is “Faithful and True,” one who will come to deliver His people.

Even though God must judge sin, He takes no delight in judgment. That's why He sent tenderhearted men to proclaim harsh messages. One of those men was Micah, the prophet whose message was for both Samaria and Jerusalem. Witness Micah's message of judgment and his deep mourning for what was about to happen because of the nation's sin.

We witness God's judgment in nature, through natural disasters like earthquakes and tsunamis. And we see His judgment of government corruption through the bringing down of nations and cities. These are all miniatures of the great destruction coming in the last days. But even in judgment, Micah reveals ours to be a wonderful God who pardons iniquity.

God's judgment and redemption are the themes of the book of Micah. Though written long ago, Micah's message is surprisingly contemporary. He condemns violence, corruption, robbery, covetousness, gross materialism, spiritual bankruptcy, and illicit sex. Sounds like it could be written today, doesn't it?

God is light. God is love. God is life. That's what we've been learning in this study of 1 John. Join us for Dr. McGee's powerful last message in this series as he asks important questions like: What's taking your time and attention these days? Is there something keeping you from God and the way He wants you to live?

“He who has the Son has life; he who does not have the Son of God does not have life.” Dr. McGee teaches on the importance of that verse and the ones before it.

Few things are more frustrating and humbling than to realize someone wants you to fail. The Bible tells us that as Christians, we have three enemies like that: the world, our own flesh, and the evil one—and we need to face each enemy in a different way. Learn how we can have victory over them all.

Are you certain you are a child of God? How do you know? Dr. McGee answers this question as we look at five birthmarks that identify a person who has been born of the Spirit, and how we cannot overcome the world by fighting it.

“Since the world in general does not see Jesus as He is presented in the Word of God, the only way it will know of God's love is through the lives of believers who represent Him.” That's the important lesson we're learning in 1 John. Discover more about the role of the Holy Spirit in our lives and our responsibility to share God's Word with His world.

We can't love others in our own strength. It takes the love of God “poured out in our hearts” to love each other God's way. Learn more about how to love one another using Jesus Christ as our example.

As Christians we don't have to battle on our own—we go in God's strength. Discover what this means as we learn more about false teachers and how the indwelling of God's Spirit and the knowledge of God's Word keep us from being deceived.

False teachers will deny the deity of Christ, which leads to denying His work on the cross, the basis of our salvation. Dr. McGee examines antichrist and how there are antichrists working in the world today—some who seek to imitate Jesus Christ, and others who are against Him.

The Bible is full of warnings that our words are important. Dr. McGee takes this a step further by telling us as critical as they are, our words alone are not enough—our actions have to agree. Hear more about how putting our love for God into action gives us assurance in prayer.

Are you putting your love into action in your home? Neighborhood? Workplace or church? How about for believers around the world? These are the important questions Dr. McGee asks as we continue our study of the two natures of the believer and are reminded that just as God gave His son to die for us, real love expresses itself in action.

How can you tell whether someone is a genuine believer in Jesus Christ? While it's not always possible, God's Word does give us two marks of identification which can help us be discerning. Find out what they are and learn two common character traits of someone who follows Jesus.

Is it possible to live in sin and still be happy? That's the important question we explore as we take a look at the two natures a believer is given: the old sinful nature and the new born again one we are given when we recognize Jesus Christ as Lord.

What's it like to be a son or daughter of God? What does God require of His children? Discover the answers as Dr. McGee tells us more about the life of a believer and how Jesus will someday make us more like Him.

Hear about the amazing love of God for each of us, the blood of Jesus who continually cleanses us from sin, and the forgiveness of God that clears the way for us to enjoy an eternity in God's presence. Travel through one of Dr. McGee's favorite sections of the Bible and learn how we can live in light of Jesus' imminent return.

Make it your passion and your priority to know Jesus. That should be on the top of our list of what to do today—and every day—whether we've just begun this journey of walking with the Lord, or as Dr. McGee said, “we've known the Lord for decades.” In this study, the Apostle John tells us how we can know Jesus intimately through His Word, and how the Holy Spirit plays an important part in our journey.

“How do I know if I am saved?” It's one of the most common questions Christians ask their pastors. In this study, Dr. McGee takes us to God's Word for the definitive answer and tells us about those who profess to be believers but are living a lie.

What is the secret to living the Christian life? Dr. McGee gives a very honest and straightforward answer to that question as he tells us how we can protect ourselves against the antichrists in the world today and the political ruler that will one day pretend to be Christ.

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.