Ten Minute Bible Talks Devotional Bible Study

Our Warrior King | The Writings | Psalm 98

21 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Bible uses lots of imagery to describe God. Which do you prefer? Shepherd? Rock? Father? What about... Warrior? In today's episode, Jensen shares...

God of... Fire? | The Writings | Psalm 97

20 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Why does the Bible use the imagery of fire to describe God? Is the fire of God intended to harm us? Or protect us? In today's episode, Tanya shares h...

Why Does God Want My Praise? | The Writings | Psalm 96

19 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Why does God command us to praise Him? Is God an ego-maniac? Is it wrong for God to be jealous? In today's episode, Keith uses Psalm 96 to show us ...

Your Way or Yahweh? | The Writings | Psalm 95

16 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do you have a Burger King faith? Are you living as if God is reigning? Are you furthering God's kingdom or your own?  In today's episode, Jeff share...

Is God a Social Justice Warrior? | The Writings | Psalm 94

15 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Does the Bible support social justice? Does God care about the oppressed? Are we called to do the same? In today's episode, Patrick shares how Psalm...

Withstanding the Waves | The Writings | Psalm 93

14 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do you have faith that can withstand the waves of life? Do you have peace in the midst of chaos? Are you a non-anxious presence for those around you? ...

How to Face Change Wisely | The Writings | Psalm 92

13 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Life is full of seasons. What fruit do you want to yield in your next season? How can investing in your relationship with God keep your leaves from w...

The Shadow of the Almighty | The Writings | Psalm 91

12 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Can we ever be completely secure? How do we find peace when our world is falling apart? How do we face our anxious world with poise and confidence? ...

Memento Mori | The Writings | Psalm 90

09 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Is God an idea or a refuge? Are you numbering your days? Where are you looking for satisfaction? In today's episode, Jeff shares how Psalm 90 invi...

One Day or Today? (Our 1000th Episode!) | The Writings | Ecclesiastes 12

08 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you been putting off your relationship with God for a future date? Is your life full of, "one day..." promises? Will that day ever truly come? ...

Fighting Analysis Paralysis | The Writings | Ecclesiastes 11

07 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do you ever find yourself in analysis paralysis? Does your anxiety take over when decisions need to be made? Has analyzing your future led you to inac...

The Fool's New Clothes | The Writings | Ecclesiastes 10

06 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do you have eyes to see your own foolishness? Has someone in your life ever exposed it to you? How do Christians grow in wisdom?  In today's episod...

Am I Allowed to Enjoy My Life? | The Writings | Ecclesiastes 9

05 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Can a serious Christian enjoy their life? With all of the suffering in the world, should I feel guilty for having a nice meal or going on vacation? Do...

Broken by the Bible | The Writings | Ecclesiastes 8

02 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever been broken by the Bible? Has the the truth of Scripture ever forced you to change your mind? Has it forced you to change your life? In...

The Danger of Dreams | The Writings | Ecclesiastes 7

01 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What do you want people to say at your funeral? That you were a dreamer or a doer? That you wanted to make a difference or that you actually did? In...

Contentment Now | The Writings | Ecclesiastes 6

31 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

"Once I get ____, I'll be happy." How do you fill in that blank? Do you spend more time grateful for what you have or wishing you had more? In today'...

Good News: It's Not About You | The Writings | Ecclesiastes 5

30 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do you go to church to be served or to serve? Do you have cat theology or dog theology? Should the church cater to your needs or God's?  In today's ...

Dust in the Wind | The Writings | Ecclesiastes 4

29 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Is your significance tied to your work? Do you struggle to have meaningful relationships? Do you have the humility to listen for wisdom? In today's e...

Beauty in Time | The Writings | Ecclesiastes 3

26 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do the seasons of life have a purpose? Am I making the most of the time I have? If time is running out, why do I long for eternity? In today's episo...

Are You Chasing Pleasure? | The Writings | Ecclesiastes 2

25 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What's the secret to happiness? Is it found in chasing your own pleasure? Will pleasure truly satisfy? In today's episode, Patrick shares how the P...

Is Life Meaningless? | The Writings | Ecclesiastes 1

24 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

"Everything is meaningless." The book of Ecclesiastes begins in such a way that you might question why it's in your Bible. Is life truly meaningless...

Ruth: A Redemption Story | The Writings | Ruth 4

23 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you plagued by hopelessness? Do you find it hard to trust God's plan for your life? Do you ever question God's promises of redemption? In today's...

A Strange Love Story | The Writings | Ruth 3

22 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Is the book of Ruth a love story? If so, it's not the one you'd expect. In today's episode, Keith shares how Ruth 3 transcends your typical romance ...

Faithful Presence | The Writings | Ruth 2

19 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you tempted by the allure of absence? Are you paying attention to the presence of the Holy Spirit? Do you long for a bigger story? In today's epis...

How Do I View God? | The Writings | Ruth 1

18 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have your experiences shaped your view of God? In your heart, is he a supportive or distant Father? Is He truly working for your good? In today's epis...

Seeing Through the Fog | The Writings | Psalm 89

17 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

When life gets foggy, are you tempted to give up? Is God still good during a season of suffering? Will God be faithful? In today's episode, Jensen sha...

When Darkness is Your Only Friend | The Writings | Psalm 88

16 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Psalm 88 is the saddest Psalm in the Bible. The Psalm begins with pain and ends with agony. But the fact that this prayer is in the Bible is good news...

God's Favorite City | The Writings | Psalm 87

15 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Why is God always choosing favorites? Why does God choose Zion as His favorite city? Should Christians today recognize Zion as holy territory? In toda...

A Transformational Faith | The Writings | Psalm 86

12 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Which of these describes your relationship with God: a pool floatie or a surfboard? Are you seeking comfort and control? Or are you willing to let go ...

Has God Given Up On Me? | The Writings | Psalm 85

11 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you stuck in the same sin patterns? Are you overwhelmed by guilt and shame? Do you ever wonder if God has given up on you? In today's episode, Pat...

A Pilgrim's Progress | The Writings | Psalm 84

10 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Where do you long to be? Disney World? At home under a cozy blanket? A nice vacation? What if your soul is longing for something more? In today's epis...

4 Truths for Fighting Enemies | The Writings | Psalm 83

09 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Bible says, as a follower of Jesus, you have enemies. But how can you recognize them? And how do you fight against them? In today's episode, Tanya...

Who's Your Moral Authority? | The Writings | Psalm 82

08 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Who's your moral authority? Do you decide what's right and what's wrong? Should Christians work for social justice? In today's episode, Keith shares h...

Paying Attention | The Writings | Psalm 81

05 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We live in a world full of voices that are competing for our attention. What voices are you listening to? What if these voices have the power to shape...

God's Gracious Discipline | The Writings | Psalm 80

04 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever encountered a season of God's discipline? Has God ever used events in your life to teach you a lesson? What if that lesson could keep yo...

A Bigger Story | The Writings | Psalm 79

03 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do you ever find it hard to trust that God will fix our broken world? Do you ever lose hope in a better future? How can we trust that God is just in a...

The Whole Truth | The Writings | Psalm 78

02 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do you have selective memory? Do you prefer to remember the good times but forget the ways you failed? How would that affect your relationship with Go...

Is God Punishing Me? | The Writings | Psalm 77

01 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It's easy to trust in God's love when things are going well. But what if they're not? Do you find it hard to trust God's love in the midst of your suf...

Are You Aching For Awe? | The Writings | Psalm 76

28 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do you have enough awe in your life? Are you getting your awe from the right source? Are you in awe of God, or yourself? In today's episode, Jeff look...

The Good News of God's Justice | The Writings | Psalm 75

27 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How can God be loving and yet judge people so harshly? Does God's judgement make him a vindictive, uptight monster? Do you ever struggle with these sa...

Take Heart | The Writings | Psalm 74

26 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do you ever wonder where God is when evil strikes? Are you ever stuck in suffering, waiting for God to do something? How are we supposed to find peace...

The Sin That Brings No Pleasure | The Writings | Psalm 73

25 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

There is one sin that offers no happiness, no pleasure, no instant gratification - envy. What are you envious of? Have you ever tried to fight it? In ...

The Tables Were Turned | The Writings | Esther 9-10

24 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We all love a good comeback story. With their back against the wall, the underdog pulls off a last second victory to knock off the favorite. It never ...

A Royal Reversal | The Writings | Esther 8

21 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How does God fight against His enemies? Do sin, death, and evil get the last word? In today's episode, Jeff shares how Esther 8 reveals God's ultima...

Living in the Tension | The Writings | Esther 4-7

20 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do you feel like an outsider because of your loyalty to Jesus? Do you feel the tension between your beliefs and the culture's beliefs? How do we live ...

Hope in Times of Horror | The Writings | Esther 3

19 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Where do you turn when life falls apart? Where do you find hope when tragedy strikes and there's no end in sight? In today's episode, Jensen shares ho...

The Hiddenness of God | The Writings | Esther 1-2

18 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Why is the book of Esther in the Bible if God is never mentioned? Is God present in the day-to-day activities of our lives? Can God use complex people...

Encountering God | The Writings | Job 42

17 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do you want to have an encounter with God? How would it make you feel? Peaceful? Soothed? Safe? In today's episode, Keith teaches on Job 42, explaini...

Our Limits, His Love | The Writings | Job 38-41

14 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

"Limits". It's a word that would offend most people in our modern culture. Though we don't enjoy discovering our limits, we can't help but run into th...

The Myth of Religion | The Writings | Job 32-37

13 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If God is just, why do bad things happen to good people? Or, to flip it around, why do good things happen to bad people? Do people always receive the ...

Job & Jesus | The Writings | Job 29-31

12 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Job is a difficult book to read. With all the suffering, confusion, and doubt, it would be easy for us to get lost, forgetting the bigger story of Scr...

Comfort in Chaos | The Writings | Job 3-28

11 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What do you say to someone who's grieving? How can we comfort our friends in a season of suffering? In today's episode, Tanya looks at Job 3-28, givi...

God is God, You Are Not | The Writings | Job 2

10 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

"Suffering is at the heart of the Christian story." If this is true, our response to suffering will be extremely important in our walk with Jesus. In ...

"Why?" | The Writings | Job 1

07 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

No question is as powerful, yet terrifying, as the question posed by the book of Job: "why?" Why does Job love God? Why does Job suffer? Why do we s...

The Ideal King | The Writings | Psalm 72

06 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

David had been Israel's greatest king. And yet, in Psalm 72, David speaks of a king far greater than him. In today's episode, Patrick shares how Psal...

The "Why" In Prayer | The Writings | Psalm 71

05 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We all make requests before God: comfort, clarity, peace, protection, understanding. But what's the "why" behind your prayers? In today's episode, Jen...

David's Active Recovery | The Writings | Psalm 70

04 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What's your recovery time? How quickly are you able to see God's hand in difficult circumstances? Are you building endurance for the ups and downs of ...

When The World Hates You | The Writings | Psalm 69

03 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How do you respond when people are against you? How should Christian's respond when faced with persecution? How did Jesus respond? In today's episode,...

Vehicles of Victory | The Writings | Psalm 68

31 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What makes God's victory worth celebrating? How should we respond to it? In today's episode, Jeff dives into Psalm 68, showing how God's victory dema...

The Beauty of Blessing | The Writings | Psalm 67

30 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do you bless others? Are you habitually praying for the people in your life? In today's episode, Patrick teaches on Psalm 67, reminding us of God's c...

What Was I Made For? | The Writings | Psalm 66

29 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Billie Eilish asked a question we all wrestle with: "What Was I Made For?" How would you respond? What were you made for? Does your life have purpos...

The 16th Second of Success | The Writings | Psalm 65

28 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

"15 seconds of being at the top of the pile, and it felt euphoric. But there must come a 16th second." Is your satisfaction found in your achievements...

The Weight of Our Words | The Writings | Psalm 64

27 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Words are powerful. They can harm or heal, create or destroy, build up or tear down. So how do you use your words? In today's episode, Keith shares ho...

What Do You Thirst For? | The Writings | Psalm 63

24 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We're all thirsty for something. What do you thirst for? Are you truly satisfied? In today's episode, Jeff shares how Psalm 63 points us to the only...

How to Measure a Life | The Writings | Psalm 62

23 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How do you measure your worth? Is your life as big and important as you think it is? Would you rather your life be a big deal or not so much? In today...

Where's Your Emotional Home? | The Writings | Psalm 61

22 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Where does your mind go during quiet moments in your day? What regularly distracts you? In today's episode, Jensen discusses Psalm 61 and the idea t...

How to Manage a Crisis | The Writings | Psalm 60

21 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How do you act in the midst of a disaster? Are you able to fight your own battles? What does crisis look like to you right now? In today's episode, Ta...

How to Treat the Wicked | The Writings | Psalm 59

20 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In the New Testament, God says you should pray for your enemies. But in the Old Testament, he punishes his enemies. So, what should you do about the w...

The Need for Justice | The Writings | Psalm 58

17 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What does a world without justice look like? Is God truly just? Why do you need justice? In today's episode, Jeff shares about the peace that comes fr...

Where Do You Turn In Fear? | The Writings | Psalm 57

16 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How do you react when you're faced with fear? Do you try to control the situation yourself? Do you just give up? In today's episode, Patrick turns to ...

When God Feels Far | The Writings | Psalm 56

15 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Does the presence of suffering in your life indicate the lack of God's presence or care? How do you react to bad news and trials? Instead of questioni...

When the Pressure is Too Much | The Writings | Psalm 55

14 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever felt so overwhelmed by pressure and responsibility that you just want to check out? David's been there too. In today's episode, Tanya sh...

Back to the Basics | The Writings | Psalm 54

13 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

When life is falling apart, David returns to the basics of faith in Psalm 54. Find out where to find encouragement and hope when you are stuck in dif...

Do You See Yourself Clearly? | The Writings | Pslam 53

10 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How can you see yourself for who you truly are? Can anyone see you clearly? The more important question is, can you see God clearly? In today's epis...

Reacting to Wrong Doing | The Writings | Psalm 52

09 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In Psalm 52, you see a picture of David reacting to his enemies. How should you respond to your enemies? Do wrong in return? Take justice into our ow...

The God of the Old Testament | The Writings | Psalm 51

08 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Can the seemingly wrathful and angry God of the Old Testament be the same loving and gentle Jesus of the New Testament? In today's episode, Jensen loo...

Are You Part of God's People? | The Writings | Psalm 50

07 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

God sees past what you do and say and looks at your heart. Do you love and serve God wholeheartedly? Are you truly with God? In today's episode, Tanya...

What Money Doesn't Buy | The Writings | Psalm 49

06 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Money can get you a lot and get you out of a lot. But what can't money get you? Is wealth all it's chalked up to be? Why shouldn't you envy the we...

Your Stronghold | The Writings | Psalm 48

03 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Who is your God? How do you respond to him? How will you share him with your generation? In today's episode, Jeff examines Psalm 48 to share what Zi...

Imagining God as King | The Writings | Psalm 47

02 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

When you picture God in your head, what do you picture? When you think of God, do you think of a king? God is more than just your creator and protecto...

When Things Feel Chaotic | The Writings | Psalm 46

01 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What do you do in the midst of loneliness, elections, depression, illness, and chaos? Do the troubles of the world threaten to overwhelm you? In today...

Revealing True Beauty | The Writings | Psalm 45

30 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

When you think of beauty, what do you think of? Your personal beauty, the beauty of a sunset, the beauty of a bride? What does God think of beauty? In...

The Subtle Prosperity Gospel | The Writings | Psalm 44

29 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you sure you're not believing the prosperity gospel? Not even a little? It's easy to look to God and expect good things because of your faith, b...

Are You Out Of Sync? | The Writings | Psalm 43

26 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Psalm 43 offers Christians a way to recalibrate and reorient amidst a season of doubt and confusion. Are you ready to get back in sync with your fait...

Dealing with Desire | The Writings | Psalm 42

25 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Desire is a natural part of life. How do you react to desire? What is the biblical way to deal with desire? Should Christians stuff desire down or let...

Are You Immortal? | The Writings | Daniel 12

24 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What happens after you die? Do you believe in resurrection? What will the afterlife look like? In today's episode, Jensen uses Daniel 12 to navigate...

God's Eternal Plan For You | The Writings | Daniel 11

23 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Someone is in control of your future, and it's not you. That's a good thing. Do you trust God to take care of the future? In today's episode, Tanya di...

You're In Battle | The Writings | Daniel 10

22 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Did you know that you're at war right now? There is a war being fought all around you at every moment. What should you do amid a spiritual battle? Kei...

When Your Faith Is Shaken | The Writings | Daniel 9

19 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What is at the foundation of a confident faith? Do you trust in your own faith or in God? What do you do when doubts creep in? In today's episode, Jef...

A Look Into the Future | The Writings | Daniel 8

18 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you anxious about the future? Do you worry about the election or about where your country is heading? What should you do with your fear? In today'...

Jesus's True Purpose | The Writings | Daniel 7

17 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Did Jesus come to be your personal savior? Did he come to be king? Can he be both? In today's episode, Jensen looks to Daniel 7 to share an importan...

When to Slow Down and Pray | The Writings | Daniel 6

16 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How do you know when you really need to pray? Why is prayer so powerful? When should I pray? In today's episode, Tanya looks at Daniel 6 to learn an...

8 Steps to Humility | The Writings | Daniel 5

15 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In Daniel 5, we see the consequences of living a life of pride and selfishness. How can you lead a life filled with humility instead of pride? In tod...

Who is Your True Self? | The Writings | Daniel 4

12 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you living with a false sense of self? Do you know who you really are? What about whose you really are? In today's episode, Jeff uses Daniel 4 ...

Bowing Down to Culture | The Writings | Daniel 3

11 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do you feel pressured to have a certain belief system or act a certain way because of the culture around you? Should Christians resist or assimilate? ...

Finding Hope in Dreams | The Writings | Daniel 2

10 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Can God use dreams to talk to his people? Do dreams have meaning? In today's episode, Jensen shares from Daniel 2 to discuss how Daniel finds hope i...

You Are An Influencer | The Writings | Daniel 1

09 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

News flash: you're an influencer living as an exile in a foreign land. This might sound weird. How do you influence others with your faith? In today's...

The Role of Lament | The Writings | Lamentations

08 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you comfortable with corporate lamenting? How do Christians deal with grief and sorrow? Is Christianity shallow? In today's episode, Keith shares ...

How to Keep Your Head Up | The Writings | 2 Chronicles 36

05 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Living life in exile is exhausting. How can Christians keep going? How can you continue to follow God? In today's episode, Jeff studies 2 Chronicles ...

Too Little Too Late? | The Writings | 2 Chronicles 34-35

04 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Where is our culture heading? Will the world forget God? Will they forget the Bible? What happens when God's people ignore him? In today's episode, Pa...