Ten Minute Bible Talks Devotional Bible Study

God's Reaction to Repentance | The Writings | 2 Chronicles 33

03 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Is there anyone too far gone for God to forgive? How can you receive God's forgiveness? In today's episode, Jensen shares a powerful story from 2 Chr...

What Brings Hope? | The Writings | 2 Chronicles 29-32

02 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Is there any reason to have hope when the world is full of doom? Who comes out victorious in the end? Will bad news always win? In today's episode, Ke...

Hope For Dark Days | The Writings | 2 Chronicles 28

01 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Where do you turn when you have a bad day? Where is God when you feel surrounded by darkness? How can you make the world feel less dark? In today's ep...

Weakness as Power | The Writings | 2 Chronicles 26-27

29 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Where does your strength come from? Where do you look for power? In today's episode, Jeff discusses 2 Chronicles 26-27 and encourages you to find st...

A Whole-Hearted Faith | The Writings | 2 Chronicles 25

28 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

You're either following Jesus, or you aren't. Are you following God with your whole heart? Are you giving him your whole life? In today's episode, Pat...

The Danger of Influencers | The Writings | 2 Chronicles

27 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

When you think of an influencer, what do you think of? A mommy-blogger promoting products? A fitness guru? A fired-up political personality? In realit...

Compounding Growth | The Writings | 2 Chronicles 22

26 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Current habits and advice in your life right now can either move you toward or away from God. Which way are you growing? In today's episode, Tanya dis...

Your Reputation After Death | The Writings | 2 Chronicles 21

25 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What will people say about you after you die? In today's episode, Keith discusses the life of a king in 2 Chronicles 21. Find out what important less...

When You Don't Know What To Do | The Writings | 2 Chronicles 17-20

22 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What can you do when you are unsure what to do? How should Christians react in the midst of uncertainty? In today's episode, Jeff looks to 2 Chronicl...

The Danger of Self-Reliance | The Writings | 2 Chronicles 14-16

21 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you overconfident? How quick are you to turn to God when things are hard? What about when things are good? Patrick uses 2 Chronicles 14-16 to wa...

Who Holds the Power? | The Writings | 2 Chronicles 13

20 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Looking to political leaders, countries, and CEOs for power is easy. But who is truly all-powerful? In today's episode, Jensen discusses 2 Chronicl...

What Guides You? | The Writings | 2 Chronicles 10-12

19 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Whether it's fear, pride, or God, everyone is guided by something. In today's episode, Tanya looks at 2 Chronicles 10-12 to share a story about king...

Everyone Has A Dark Side | The Writings | 2 Chronicles 8-9

18 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Is it possible for anyone to be all good or all bad? When you can clearly see that everyone is a mixed bag, you can open your eyes to the need for J...

Defining Devotion | The Writings | 2 Chronicles 5-7

15 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

When you hear the word "devotion," what do you think of? In today's episode, Jeff unpacks 2 Chronicles 5-7 and discusses the importance of properly ...

What's In Your Heart? | The Writings | 2 Chronicles 2-4

14 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you putting on a front for other people? Are you half-hearted when it comes to your faith in Jesus? Your faith isn't something to be careless abou...

Seeking A Better King | The Writings | 2 Chronicles 1

13 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As we beginning our time in 2 Chronicles, Jensen reminds us of the major themes discussed throughout 1 and 2 Chronicles. In today's episode, Jensen sh...

Giving Up Control | The Writings | 1 Chronicles 28-29

12 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Who gets the credit for your success? Who takes the fall for your failure? What do you truly idolize? In today's episode, Tanya examines 1 Chronicles...

What's Your Mission? | The Writings | 1 Chronicles 22-27

11 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you had a mission statement, what would it be? In other words, what were you made for? What role do you play in your church, family, or friend grou...

Seeing the Bigger Picture | The Writings | 1 Chronicles 21

08 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How often do you take a step bag and look at the full picture of the Bible? What story is God telling? How do all the smaller stories fit together? In...

Don't Skip This Part of the Bible | The Writings | 1 Chronicles 18-20

07 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Some parts of the Bible seem weirder than others. So, should you just breeze past them when reading? Nope. In today's episode, Patrick looks at 1 Chr...

Settling for Less? | The Writings | 1 Chronicles 17

06 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What are you seeking out? Money? Success? Popularity? Is there more to life than that? Are there bigger gifts? In today's episode, Jensen looks at 1 ...

Who Do You Honor? | The Writings | 1 Chronicles 13-16

05 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In biblical times, honor was a big deal. To today's culture? Not so much. So why is having honor important for Christians? In today's episode, Patrick...

You Need a Team | The Writings | 1 Chronicles 12

04 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do you think you can live the Christian life on your own? Spoiler alert: you can't. We all need help. In today's episode, Keith looks to 1 Chronicle...

How to Live in Exile | The Writings | 1 Chronicles 11

01 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

One thing that you can the people in 1 Chronicles 11 have in common is a life in exile. So, how does God want us to act during this time? In today's...

The Danger of Success | The Writings | 1 Chronicles 10

29 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Who do you credit for your success? Do you struggle to keep your spot at the top? Where do you turn in the midst of prosperity? In today's episode, Ta...

Uncovering the Bible's Easter Eggs | The Writings | 1 Chronicles 2-9

28 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

You might be quick to skip over genealogies in the Bible. Maybe you think they're tedious, confusing, or irrelevant. In today's episode, Jensen looks ...

God's Family Tree | The Writings | 1 Chronicles 1

27 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What's it like to be a part of God's family? How do you become part of his family. 1 Chronicles 1 shares a peak into the twists and turns within the...

How the Psalms Point to Jesus | The Writings | Psalm 41

26 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Where do you see Jesus in the Old Testament? Why did Jesus quote the Psalms so much? In today's episode, Keith uses Psalm 41 to discuss how you can ...

A Dynamic Faith | The Writings | Psalm 40

23 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Does God's power move through you, or does it remain static in you? In today's episode, Jeff explores Psalm 40 and the importance of having a dynami...

Live Like You're Dying | The Writings | Psalm 39

22 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

At the end of your life, what do you want people to remember you for? What will people say about you? In today's episode, Patrick talks through Psalm...

The Case for Confession | The Writings | Psalm 38

21 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do you feel like you should be a better Christian by now? Is it hard for you to admit when you're wrong? Do you wish you would sin less? In today's ep...

Nothing to Prove | The Writings | Psalm 37

20 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you tired from trying to keep up? Can you do it all? Studying the Bible like a pastor, working out like a Peloton instructor, and dressing like a ...

Can You See Reality? | The Writings | Psalm 36

19 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What does the culture around you look like? Can you see it at face value? What cultural habits and worldviews have you subconsciously adopted? In toda...

The Righteous King | The Writings | Psalm 35

16 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Can you see Jesus throughout the Old Testament? What about in the Psalms? In today's episode, Jeff explores Psalm 35 and explains how it fits into t...

When There's Nowhere to Turn | The Writings | Psalm 34

15 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Whether you have no choice, only bad choices, or no obvious choice, this episode is for you. Where do you go when your back is against the wall? In to...

Hope for Election Year | The Writings | Psalm 33

14 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you feeling anxious about the election? Do you trust God with the election results? Whether you're excited for or dreading election season, there ...

You Are What You Consume | The Writings | Psalm 32

13 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What do you consume with your eyes, ears and mouth? What are you watching and listening to? How does it shape you? What are you becoming lately? In to...

Handling Hardship | The Writings | Psalm 31

12 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Maybe you've realized it by now: life is hard. Where do you turn during times of suffering? Do you have tools to help you through hard times? In today...

The Gift of Transformation | Psalm 30 | The Writings

09 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

When you look back at your life, where do you see ways God has changed you? Whether you realize it or not, God is at work in your life. In today's epi...

Whose Words Matter Most? | The Writings | Psalm 29

08 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Does God have the power in your life to shake you? Whose words have the most impact on your life? In today's episode, Patrick dives into Psalm 29 ...

To Judge Or Not To Judge | The Writings | Psalm 28

07 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

That is the question. You want to feel free to judge others, but they shouldn't judge you. Right? So, what's the right thing to do? In today's episode...

The Answer to Fear | The Writings | Psalm 27

06 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What do you really want? Maybe you want something that you fear to not happen. Should you live in fear? What can you do when you feel stuck in you...

New Testament Vs. Old Testament Faith | The Writings | Psalm 26

05 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What parts of the Bible offend you or make you uncomfortable? Is it part of the Old Testament or the New Testament? Is God different in the Old and Ne...

Living in Tune With God | The Writings | Psalm 25

02 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What areas of your life feel harmonious with God? What areas feel dissonant? In today's episode, Jeff uses Psalm 25 to share the process of tuning y...

How You See The World | The Writings | Psalm 24

01 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do you understand the world around you? How do you make sense of it? Where does God come in the picture? In today's episode, Patrick uses Psalm 24 ...

What Do You Really Want? | The Writings | Psalm 23

31 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As you might know, Psalm 23 begins with, "The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want." Does that seem easier said than done? What if you really want ...

How The Psalms Help | The Writings | Psalm 22

30 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Maybe you're super into poetry and think it's beautiful, or maybe you hate poetry and can't understand it. Where does that leave you with the Psalms...

Hard Work vs. God's Grace | The Writings | Psalm 21

29 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What do you credit your success in life to? Did your hard work and struggle get you to where you are today? Do all good things really come from God?...

In God We Trust? | The Writings | Psalm 20

26 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

One of the most important questions you need to ask yourself is, "who or what do I trust?" Do you trust your finances, politicians, or yourself? In to...

How Creation Sings God's Praises | The Writings | Psalm 19

25 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do you trust God to hold the world together? Does nature point your heart toward God? Can science and God coexist? In today's episode, Patrick looks...

The Journey of God's Faithfulness | The Writings | Psalm 18

24 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do you feel unsure of what God is doing in your life? Do you feel like he's forgotten you? Psalm 18 shares hope for you even when God feels far away...

Struggling For Approval | The Writings | Psalm 17

23 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Calling all people-pleasers! Psalm 17 is for you. How can you become confident enough that you don't obsess over what others think of you? How can y...

The Path to Deeper Happiness | The Writings | Psalm 16

22 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Where do you turn to in fear? Can you ever find true happiness? Are you confident. in your own faith in God? In today's episode, Keith looks to Psa...

Living A Divided Life | The Writings | Psalm 15

19 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do you ever feel like you're living a double life? Does the way you actually live reflect the way you want to live? In today's episode, Jeff looks to ...

Pursuing Truth | The Writings | Psalm 14

18 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you living life as though God isn't real? What shapes your world-vision? How do you decide what is true and untrue? In today's episode, Patrick ...

When God Feels Far Away | The Writings | Psalm 13

17 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you doubt and question God, does that mean you don't truly love him? Can God forget about us? When David wrote Psalm 13, he had lots of question...

The Brokenness of Words | The Writings | Psalm 12

16 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Flattery, gossip and lying all seem to run rampant in today's culture. Has it always been that way? Psalm 12 examines the depravity of words and gui...

Living At Peace | The Writings | Psalm 11

15 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Life is full of plot twists. How do you respond to them? Psalm 11 offers hope in times of anxiety and uncertainty. Listen to today's episode as Keit...

The God Who Sees | The Writings | Psalm 10

12 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

When life is overcome with sin, it can feel like God is far away, but is God ever really absent? Are you ever truly alone? In today's episode, Jeff...

Your True Enemy | The Writings | Psalm 9

11 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What is the most threatening thing in your life? What do you fear the most? When life and circumstances look rough, Psalm 9 offers peace in knowing ...

Where Does Your Self- Worth Come From? | The Writings | Psalm 8

10 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you aren't successful, you don't live up to expectations and you don't have the community you want, what now? Are you exhausted from trying to prov...

When Things Aren't Going Well (Relationally) | The Writings | Psalm 7

09 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How do you handle being gossiped about? What do you do when your reputation is on the line? In today's episode, Tanya looks to David in Psalm 7 to...

Taking Sin Seriously | The Writings | Psalm 6

08 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Bible teaches that sin leads to destruction, but do you really believe in that destruction? Do you see the outcomes of your sin? Whether you're ...

Being Led By Love | The Writings | Psalm 5

05 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What does it look like to have a faith that actually makes a difference in your life? In today's episode, TMBT's new host, Jeff Parrett, shares how to...

Should Christians Always Be at Peace? | The Writings | Psalm 4

04 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Since you believe in a sovereign, all-knowing God, does that mean you get an anxiety-free life? Do true Christians spend nights wrestling with spira...

Desperate Times Call For Desperate Measures | The Writings | Psalm 3

03 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How should Christians react in times of violence, destruction and despair? In times of desperation, are you tempted to believe lies from the enemy? Wh...

Does God Hold You Back? | The Writings | Psalm 2

02 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you trying to work against God? Is it hard to make it on your own? In today's episode, Tanya looks to Psalm 2 to find assurance during times w...

Happiness vs. Holiness: Can You Have Both? | The Writings | Psalm 1

01 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We're kicking off a new year and a new series! Keith jumps into the Psalms and discusses the importance of them. Listen to find out what Psalm 1 r...

BONUS: 2023 Wrap Up and What's Next in 2024

30 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

You made it through the New Testament! Join the TMBTeam as they discuss their biggest takeaways from a year in the New Testament, unpack what TMBT is ...

The Weight of Failure | New Testament | John 21

29 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What should you do when you fail big time? We live in a culture that is quick to cancel and slow to forgive. What would Jesus say about that kind of c...

Why Do You Believe? | New Testament | John 20

28 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Does Jesus demand blind faith? What is actual blind faith? Do you need to see in order to believe? In today's episode, Patrick discusses John 20 ...

The Righteous Sufferer | New Testament | John 19

27 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What does Jesus's suffering mean to us? How does it point to the Old Testament? Why should his death matter to Christians today? Patrick answers the...

Reconciliation vs. Retaliation | New Testament | John 18

26 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Is there danger in retaliation and trying to "get back" at someone? Should Jesus's followers get back at people who turn against him? In today's episo...

The Importance of Unity | New Testament | John 17

25 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jesus grew up in a time of culture war and unrest. Sound familiar? In John 17, we find out what Jesus was praying for and what was most important t...

What is Persecution? | New Testament | John 16

22 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What does persecution against Christians look like today? What did it look during Bible times? How should Christians react to hatred and hostility? In...

Biblical Easter Eggs | New Testament | John 15

21 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

There are multiples times in the New Testament where Jesus refers to the Old Testament. What is the significance of that? Why should we pay attention ...

Compromising on Truth | New Testament | John 14

20 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Can all religions coexist? Are some religions right while others are wrong? Can there be multiple ways to God? In today's episode, Jensen shares fro...

When You Feel Disconnected From God | New Testament | John 13

19 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What is the best way to reconnect with God? Well, how did God first connect with you? John 13 reveals how God uses Jesus to connect his people to hi...

What Makes Life Worth Living | New Testament | John 12

18 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What are you living for? Everyone answers this question differently. Maybe you're living for money, your career, a family, or something else entirely....

Why Jesus Wept | New Testament | John 11

15 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

"Jesus wept" is the shortest verse in the Bible, yet it packs a punch. Two simple words reveal much about God's love for you. In today's episode, Kei...

How to Get to God | New Testament | John 10

14 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jesus said that he is the only way to God. Is that arrogant to say? Why is it so offensive to say there is one "right" way to God. So where do you loo...

Does Fear Hold You Back? | New Testament | John 9

13 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are you afraid of losing the respect and love of people around you? What motivates you? What holds you back from loving, trusting and following Jesus?...

A Prayer For More Freedom | New Testament | John 8

12 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What's holding you back? What sin do you find yourself turning to over and over again? Are you living for something lesser than Jesus? In today's epis...

Are You Blind to Jesus? | New Testament | John 7

11 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Can you see yourself for who you really are? Do you see Jesus for who he really is? How can you see things for what they really are? Find out how to s...

Too Familiar With Jesus's Miracles? | New Testament | John 6

08 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Have you grown too comfortable with the story of Jesus? Do you feel unimpressed by Jesus's miracles? This can be detrimental to your faith. In today's...

Debunking the New Testament? | New Testament | John 5

07 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Why do scholars often try to disprove the New Testament? Is the gospel of John trustworthy? In today's episode, Patrick uses John 5 to discuss the...

Unlikely Christians | New Testament | John 4

06 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Who is someone in your life that you think are unlikely to become a Christian? Is there a certain group of people? Spoiler alert: Jesus came to redeem...

Who Are You Trying To Be? | New Testament | John 3

05 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are you striving for recognition? Do you think you get the praise you deserve? Is it better to be successful or humble? In today's episode, Tanya tu...

Saving the Best for Last | New Testament | John 2

04 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Maybe you're at a point in your life that you feel spiritually, emotionally or even physically empty. Do you believe God is still looking out for you?...

Jesus At The Beginning | New Testament | John 1

01 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

"In the beginning..." is found both in Genesis 1 AND in John 1. What other parallels are there between these two chapters? Was Jesus with God at the b...

Little Things That Make A Big Difference | New Testament | 3 John

30 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

You can learn a lot about the everyday church from 3 John. In fact, 3 John might be the most "normal" letter of the New Testament. In today's episode,...

True Love | New Testament | 2 John

29 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What do you think of when you hear "true love"? A romantic movie? Your parents? Maybe you don't believe in true love at all. Spoiler alert: true love ...

What We Know About Victory | New Testament | 1 John 5

28 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Humans are hardwired for victory. It's good for you to desire victory. But what does true victory look like? Money? Fame? In today's episode, Tanya...

The Mark of a Christian | New Testament | 1 John 4

27 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How do you define Christianity in your life? According to Jesus, Christians are marked by their love. Is that true for you? In today's episode, Keith...

You're Not Perfect | New Testament | 1 John 3

24 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

If Christians are called to stop sinning, does that mean they have to be perfect? In today's episode, Patrick uses 1 John 3 to discuss how to bala...

Resisting the Antichrist | New Testament | 1 John 2

23 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Who do you think the antichrist is? What are they like? Have they already come? What does the Bible have to say about the antichrist? In today's episo...

Covering Up Sin | New Testament | 1 John 1

22 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

If someone is a true Christian, will they stop sinning? What should you do when you sin? Do you try and protect your sin from the light? Jensen kick...

How The Bible Ends | New Testament | Revelation 22

21 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

You've reached the end of Revelation. The end of the Bible. So what is so important about the way the Bible ends? In today's episode, Tanya looks to...

The Truth About Heaven | New Testament | Revelation 21

20 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Do you know what heaven is actually like? What's the purpose of heaven? Why do you want to go to heaven? In today's episode, Keith uses Revelati...

What Numbers Mean in Revelation | New Testament | Revelation 20

17 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

You've probably heard a lot of talk about what 7s mean in the Bible... or 12s... or even 666. But did you know there are other important numbers that ...