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For 400 years, God was silent while His people suffered in slavery. When He finally broke His silence, it was to Moses--an unlikely character in an unlikely place--using a very unlikely means…one that would reveal the immensity of God to His servant. Join Dr. James Boice on The Bible Study Hour as he details Moses' encounter with the God of the burning bush. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/81/29
We all arrive at turning points in our lives, but it's hard to imagine a turning point more momentous then when Moses turned his back on the pleasures of Egypt to become the defender of his people. Yet this noble act was marked by an error common to man. Join Dr. James Boice on The Bible Study Hour as he continues his study on the life of Moses and an event that threatened to mar a ministry. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/81/29
An awareness of sin has always been at the heart of revival, and that's where we find God's people in chapter nine of Nehemiah—an awakening to their sin, genuine sorrow because of their sin and repentance from it. Join Dr. James Boice next time on The Bible Study Hour as he proves that this revival was from God and not from any manipulation or administration of man. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/581/29
The ground was dry in Egypt, both spiritually and physically. The Jews had no place of worship, no priests and no written word. Few had even a memory of the one true God, but God always has a remnant! Join Dr. James Boice on The Bible Study Hour as he begins to unfold the story of a faithful family and the birth of a son who would change the world. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/81/29
An awareness of sin has always been at the heart of revival, and that's where we find God's people in chapter nine of Nehemiah—an awakening to their sin, genuine sorrow because of their sin and repentance from it. Join Dr. James Boice next time on The Bible Study Hour as he proves that this revival was from God and not from any manipulation or administration of man. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/81/29
Nehemiah 9:1-37 An awareness of sin has always been at the heart of revival, and that's where we find God's people in chapter nine of Nehemiah—an awakening to their sin, genuine sorrow because of their sin and repentance from it. Join Dr. James Boice on The Bible Study Hour as he proves that this revival was from God and not from any manipulation or administration of man.
William Wilberforce, who led the charge to abolish slavery in the British Empire succeeded after 19 years of tireless defeat. Upon his victory in parliament, he asked his friend, prime minister, William Pitt, “What shall we abolish next?” Nehemiah may have shared the same sentiment as the walls of Jerusalem were completed. Join Dr. James Boice next time on The Bible Study Hour as he looks at Nehemiah's next challenge and the real reason for his return to Jerusalem. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/581/29
A man once pondered why God would allow such poverty and injustice to exist in the world. After a friend suggested that he just ask God the question directly, the man hesitated and explained, “I'm afraid He'll ask the same question of me.” In this message, Dr. James Boice challenges us to stop pointing fingers and take personal responsibility for seeking justice. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/81/29
William Wilberforce, who led the charge to abolish slavery in the British Empire succeeded after 19 years of tireless defeat. Upon his victory in parliament, he asked his friend, prime minister, William Pitt, “What shall we abolish next?” Nehemiah may have shared the same sentiment as the walls of Jerusalem were completed. Join Dr. James Boice next time on The Bible Study Hour as he looks at Nehemiah's next challenge and the real reason for his return to Jerusalem. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/81/29
Nehemiah 7:73b-8:18 William Wilberforce, who led the charge to abolish slavery in the British Empire, finally succeeded after 19 years of tireless defeat. Upon his victory in parliament, he asked his friend, prime minister, William Pitt, “What shall we abolish next?” Nehemiah may have shared the same sentiment as the walls of Jerusalem were completed. Join Dr. James Boice on The Bible Study Hour as he looks at Nehemiah's next challenge and the real reason for his return to Jerusalem.
He faced steep odds, from convincing a king and marshaling a defeated people, to fighting enemies both within and without. But in less than two months, he succeeded in completing the formidable task of rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem. Join Dr. James Boice on The Bible Study Hour as he reflects on the accomplishments of this great leader, Nehemiah. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/581/29
He faced steep odds, from convincing a king and marshaling a defeated people, to fighting enemies both within and without. But in less than two months, he succeeded in completing the formidable task of rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem. Join Dr. James Boice next time on The Bible Study Hour as he reflects on the accomplishments of this great leader, Nehemiah. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/81/29
Nehemiah 6:15-7:73 He faced steep odds, from convincing a king and marshaling a defeated people, to fighting enemies both within and without. But in less than two months, he succeeded in completing the formidable task of rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem. Join Dr. James Boice on The Bible Study Hour as he reflects on the accomplishments of this great leader, Nehemiah.
If the mere existence of laws resulted in a moral society, we'd be in great shape! Want safer cities? Just pass more legislation! Of course, we know that unfortunately this isn't the case because we can't legislate the sin out of human nature. However, the ultimate solution for immorality does exist and we'll learn what it is during this broadcast of The Bible Study Hour with Dr. James Boice. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/81/29
The walls were finished—all that remained to be done was the hanging of the gates of the city. But once again, opposition arose. Join Dr. James Boice on The Bible Study Hour as he explores the third and final source of resistance to the rebuilding of the walls of the city of God. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/581/29
You finish a long day of yard work and enter your house tired, sweaty and dirty. But after getting a shower and changing your clothes, you're feeling as good as new. In this broadcast of The Bible Study Hour, Dr. James Boice will explain how the change that occurs in us through sanctification is a lot like putting on a new, clean outfit – an outfit that clothes us in truth, forgiveness and the righteousness of Christ! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/81/29
What if there was one key to life – one ultimate truth that would change everything? In this broadcast of The Bible Study Hour, Dr. James Boice will argue that such a truth does exist. He'll explain that knowing this ultimate reality makes all the difference…both for this life and for eternity. Is the key to life an ancient proverb or perhaps a new success habit? Let's find out! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/81/29
Turn on the television or open a popular magazine and you'll be inundated with images of the things the world values – success, beauty, fame, and wealth. But for Christians, there is a higher calling than simply pursuing these worldly values. Today on The Bible Study Hour, Dr. James Boice will offer us a biblical perspective on living a holy life and seeing the world as God sees it. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/81/29
The walls were finished—all that remained to be done was the hanging of the gates of the city. But once again, opposition arose. Join Dr. James Boice next time on The Bible Study Hour as he explores the third and final source of resistance to the rebuilding of the walls of the city of God. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/81/29
Nehemiah 6:1-14 The walls were finished—all that remained to be done was the hanging of the gates of the city. But once again, opposition arose. Join Dr. James Boice on The Bible Study Hour as he explores the third and final source of resistance to the rebuilding of the walls of the city of God.
When it comes to the topic of spiritual gifts, Scripture has often been misinterpreted and incorrectly applied by Christians throughout the history of the church. So how can we gain a proper understanding of this important issue? We'll get that answer on this broadcast of The Bible Study Hour as Dr. James Boice explains how a simple comma can alter the entire meaning of a passage. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/81/29
Nehemiah confronted Israel's external enemies with a combination of wise leadership and decisive action, but now he faced another enemy—corruption from within. Join Dr. James Boice on The Bible Study Hour as he takes us through the age-old problem of the rich and powerful extorting the poor and the downtrodden. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/581/29
Nehemiah confronted Israel's external enemies with a combination of wise leadership and decisive action, but now he faced another enemy—corruption from within. Join Dr. James Boice next time on The Bible Study Hour as he takes us through the age-old problem of the rich and powerful extorting the poor and the downtrodden. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/81/29
Nehemiah 5:1-19 Nehemiah confronted Israel's external enemies with a combination of wise leadership and decisive action, but now he faced another enemy—corruption from within. Join Dr. James Boice on The Bible Study Hour as he takes us through the age-old problem of the rich and powerful extorting the poor and the downtrodden.
Whenever we do something significant for the Lord we should expect opposition. People are threatened and Satan will be against it, and the more successful we are at our task, the more opposition we will face. Join Dr. James Boice on The Bible Study Hour as he traces Nehemiah's reaction to the opposition that faced him in rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/581/29
Whether it's a Sherlock Holmes story or movie about a private investigation, everyone loves a good mystery! Did you know that the Bible even tells the stories of great, spiritual mysteries? Paul refers to them throughout his letter to the Ephesians and on today's broadcast of The Bible Study Hour, Dr. James Boice will explain the significance and revelation of one of these amazing Biblical mysteries. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/81/29
Whenever we do something significant for the Lord we should expect opposition. People are threatened and Satan will be against it, and the more successful we are at our task, the more opposition we will face. Join Dr. James Boice next time on The Bible Study Hour as he traces Nehemiah's reaction to the opposition that faced him in rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/81/29
Nehemiah 4:1-23 Whenever we do something significant for the Lord we should expect opposition. People are threatened and Satan will be against it, and the more successful we are at our task, the more opposition we will face. Join Dr. James Boice on The Bible Study Hour as he traces Nehemiah's reaction to the opposition that faced him in rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem.
Can you recall the times in your life that you have felt most accepted by your family, peers or coworkers? They were most likely times of joy and fulfillment. We long for a sense of belonging because God built us to live in community. Today on The Bible Study Hour, Dr. James Boice will explain how Christ's work on the cross gave us access to the greatest community that exists – His family! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/81/29
The third chapter of Nehemiah may indeed be one of the most interesting chapters in the Bible because it's the record of a remarkable achievement. It's the story of how one man accomplished the impossible by motivating and using a most diverse group of people. Join Dr. James Boice next time on The Bible Study Hour as he takes us deeper into the amazing story of the rebuilding of the walls of Jerusalem. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/581/29
Scripture is clear that we are certainly not saved by our own good works, but then the question always arises: where do good works come into play in the Christian's life and are they necessary at all? Dr. James Boice introduces a simple math equation, faith= justification + works, and explains how it can help us better understand this difficult concept. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/81/29
If you had to sum up the entire concept of salvation in just one word, which word would you choose? In another message from his series through Ephesians, Dr. James Boice explains the deep truth of this theological doctrine by focusing on the word “unity.” To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/81/29
The third chapter of Nehemiah may indeed be one of the most interesting chapters in the Bible because it's the record of a remarkable achievement. It's the story of how one man accomplished the impossible by motivating and using a most diverse group of people. Join Dr. James Boice next time on The Bible Study Hour as he takes us deeper into the amazing story of the rebuilding of the walls of Jerusalem. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/81/29
Nehemiah 3:1-22 The third chapter of Nehemiah may indeed be one of the most interesting chapters in the Bible because it's the record of a remarkable achievement. It's the story of how one man accomplished the impossible by motivating and using a most diverse group of people. Join Dr. James Boice on The Bible Study Hour as he takes us deeper into the amazing story of the rebuilding of the walls of Jerusalem.
While the book of Nehemiah covers a number of significant spiritual themes, it's mainly about a great man meeting great challenges: a physical challenge to rebuild the wall to be sure, but the psychological challenges of a history of defeat and a mountain of discouragement as well. Join Dr. James Boice next time on The Bible Study Hour as he reveals Nehemiah's plans to marshal and motivate the people under him to rebuild a city. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/581/29
If you grew up attending Sunday School, then chances are you know the dramatic story of Abraham nearly sacrificing Isaac on Mount Moriah. Today on The Bible Study Hour, Dr. James Boice will teach from this familiar story. And although the story's still the same, we'll gain a new perspective on the importance of obedience and the foreshadowing of Christ's ultimate sacrifice. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/81/29
While the book of Nehemiah covers a number of significant spiritual themes, it's mainly about a great man meeting great challenges: a physical challenge to rebuild the wall to be sure, but the psychological challenges of a history of defeat and a mountain of discouragement as well. Join Dr. James Boice next time on The Bible Study Hour as he reveals Nehemiah's plans to marshal and motivate the people under him to rebuild a city. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/81/29
Nehemiah 2:9-20 While the book of Nehemiah covers a number of significant spiritual themes, it's mainly about a great man meeting great challenges: a physical challenge to rebuild the wall to be sure, but the psychological challenges of a history of defeat and a mountain of discouragement as well. Join Dr. James Boice next time on The Bible Study Hour as he reveals Nehemiah's plans to marshal and motivate the people under him to rebuild a city.
A dynamic is defined as a living, changing relationship between two entities. The most important dynamic for a leader is his relationship with God. The second is his relationship with his superior. Join Dr. James Boice next time on The Bible Study Hour as he shows us how Nehemiah gained the trust of the powerful king he served in order to fulfil his service to his people and his God. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/581/29
A dynamic is defined as a living, changing relationship between two entities. The most important dynamic for a leader is his relationship with God. The second is his relationship with his superior. Join Dr. James Boice next time on The Bible Study Hour as he shows us how Nehemiah gained the trust of the powerful king he served in order to fulfil his service to his people and his God. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/81/29
Nehemiah 2:1-8 A dynamic is defined as a living, changing relationship between two entities. The most important dynamic for a leader is his relationship with God. The second is his relationship with his superior. Join Dr. James Boice on The Bible Study Hour as he shows us how Nehemiah gained the trust of the powerful king he served in order to fulfil his service to his people and his God.
Leaders are not born—they're made--and anyone can become a leader, given the right circumstances. But not all leaders are great leaders. What makes a leader great? Join Dr. James Boice next time on The Bible Study Hour as he reveals the one thing that distinguished Nehemiah as a great leader of his people. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/581/29
Leaders are not born—they're made--and anyone can become a leader, given the right circumstances. But not all leaders are great leaders. What makes a leader great? Join Dr. James Boice next time on The Bible Study Hour as he reveals the one thing that distinguished Nehemiah as a great leader of his people. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/81/29
None of us can guarantee the choices of the next generation. We can only choose for ourselves whether or not we'll serve the Lord. On The Bible Study Hour, Dr. James Boice talks about choosing - choosing God now, tomorrow, the day after, and to the very end of our lives. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/81/29
When Jesus commanded the disciples, saying, “Follow me,” he didn't mean “tag along if you feel like it.” The call to discipleship demands a radical lifestyle of submission and sacrifice. Thanks for joining us for this broadcast of The Bible Study Hour with Dr. James Boice. We're about to find out how biblical self-denial is possible in a world that tells us to look out for our own interests at all costs. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/81/29
A “light burden” seems like an oxymoron.But isn't that exactly what Jesus promised in Matthew chapter 11 when he encouraged us to come learn from him and find rest for our souls? Today, on The Bible Study Hour with Dr. James Boice, we'll investigate the mystery of true discipleship: how taking on Christ's burden actually lightens us from the weight of our own sin. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/81/29
The last words of a great man are of special interest to us; they are often poignant and deeply moving. Joshua's final farewell to the people he loved is no exception. On The Bible Study Hour, Dr. James Boice shares some very stirring words in a sermon titled "Passing the Torch." To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/81/29
If you're in the market for a religion, you've got lots of choices. Everybody has a gospel to sell you ... even the apostle Paul! My gospelthat's what Paul called his message in his letter to the Romans. This week on The Bible Study Hour, Dr. James Boice explores the power and mystery of this gospel of Paul's, and why it deserves to be your gospel and everyone's gospel. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/81/29
What's in a nameor rather, a list of names? You might be surprised. At the end of Romans, Paul sends greetings from some of his friends in Corinth. And from a handful of names like Gaius and Tertius, Dr. James Boice discovers a lot about everyday life in the early church: their relationships, their work, their mission, and more. Join us this week for The Bible Study Hour. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/81/29
Grace: What's so amazing about it? Every day bad things happen to good peopleand where is God's grace? This week on The Bible Study Hour, Dr. James Boice turns that question around to ask: Why do good things happen to bad peopleand what does that have to do with God's grace? Be sure to join us this week for The Bible Study Hour. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/81/29