Isaiah & the 8th cent. BC Pandemic of Injustice
Posted: January 31, 2021
Would you appreciate some direction and structure for your daily quiet time? How about a timely dive into the most cited prophet in the New Testament—Isaiah? Try to remember that… Read More
iFaith Bible Project (2018-2022)
Posted: November 19, 2020
iFaith Bible Project Nov 2020 The iFaith project takes us through the entire Bible. From each book of the Bible are produced 1 or 2 video sermons. All talks are… Read More
Excellent Biblical Studies Page, from Arturo Elizararrás (Spanish)
Posted: September 30, 2020
Enjoy the great resources found in this link, including a sampling of the articles below: https://www.fpesdras.org/acerca-de-fpe/pagina-de-arturo-elizarraras/
100 Daily Devotionals on Psalms – Rolan Monje
Posted: September 16, 2020
Play. Pause. Pray. Rolan invites us to play, pause, and pray for 100 days (September 16-December 24), as we look into our deepest feelings throughout this COVID-19 pandemic. Play a… Read More
Helpful Books (extensive bibliography), Version XXVII
Posted: September 2, 2020
Click below for this extensive, and continually developing, bibliography, for the reading Christian. Helpful Books 1 Nov 2020 (Version XXVII)
Patriarchy: God’s Plan?
Posted: August 18, 2020
Patriarchy: God’s Plan? by Rob Kranz In a recent post, I explored the events of Genesis 2 and 3. As I explained in that post, a careful examination of the text’s language… Read More
Does God Promise to Heal Our Land? by Greg Koukl
Posted: October 17, 2019
Greg explains how 2 Chronicles 7:14 is used incorrectly by Christians thinking it’s speaking to them. Click here to play. Transcript: I want to speak for a moment about the danger of… Read More
The Top 100 Verses on Money and Wealth
Posted: October 16, 2019
Bookmark the list for Bible study, reference, and sharing with others. Top 100 Bible Verses on Money and Wealth Also see the Topical Index of Money and Wealth Scriptures The latest… Read More
The Tyndale House Greek New Testament online
Posted: October 16, 2019
We are delighted to announce, in partnership with Crossway publishers, that the Tyndale House Greek New Testament (THGNT), edited by Tyndale House Academic Vice Principal Dr Dirk Jongkind and Principal Dr Peter J Williams, is… Read More
Online Bible Test—Am I a Student of the Word?
Posted: September 20, 2019
How well do we know God’s Word? Here’s a tool to evaluate our level of Bible knowledge. The diagnostic test at 3 levels has been constructed with the help of many around… Read More
Decoding the N.T.—Supplemental materials (selected)
Posted: September 13, 2019
AQOB = A Quick Overview of the Bible (Available here). (1) The Big Picture AQOB 1-2, 16 The Structure of the N.T. (51 minutes) The Faith Unfurled: New Testament Survey—book… Read More
Extra material for NT series
Posted: August 21, 2019
Click for extra study material (articles, books, podcasts, other messages) in connection with the 8 classes of the North River “Decoding the New Testament” series. https://www.douglasjacoby.com/?p=23123
Feedback on the Online Bible Test
Posted: August 11, 2019
Two persons (perhaps more) were not so fond of the Online Bible Test, commenting that it isn’t as important to know chapter and verse, or the arrangement of biblical books, as… Read More
The Life of Jesus (Pt. I and Pt. II)
Posted: September 14, 2018
Cape Town, South Africa, 9 Sept 2018 In this session (consisting of two parts) Douglas Jacoby paints an outstanding picture as to the life and context of Jesus as a… Read More
iFaith video sermon list
Posted: August 7, 2018
MASTER DOCUMENT: iFaith Bible Project 0622 In this series we will proceed more or less chronologically through the New Testament and the Old Testament. There are 119 video messages, being recorded… Read More
The New Testament – Historically Speaking, by Brian Felushko
Posted: July 17, 2018
Understanding the New Testament Historically Do you ever struggle with any of the content in the New Testament (NT) books? Do you ever wonder how their messages, now 2000 years… Read More
A Brief Review of STEP: Scripture Tools for Every Person, by Joey Harris
Posted: April 18, 2018
The STEP Bible (STEP stands for “Scripture Tools for Every Person”) is a free digital Bible software project run by the Bible and religious book publisher, Tyndale House. The underlying software powering… Read More
New series on John (daily study for 2018)
Posted: February 23, 2018
The 2018 series is A Tour Through John. Length: 50 days. Units average about 20 minutes, just right if you have to go to work early, or want to listen as… Read More
A Tour Through John, Lesson 50
Posted: February 19, 2018
If you prefer not to listen to the audio, but prefer only to read the questions below, that is fine — but the answers are in the podcast file. Click on… Read More
A Tour Through John, Lesson 49
Posted: February 18, 2018
Lesson 49 is the third podcast in a series of 3 introducing the Revelation of John. Click on the arrow to play the podcast (9 minutes), or right click here, save and… Read More
A Tour Through John, Lesson 48
Posted: February 17, 2018
Rev B is the middle podcast in a series of 3 introducing the Revelation of John. Click on the arrow to play the podcast (17 minutes), or right click here,… Read More
A Tour Through John, Lesson 47
Posted: February 16, 2018
Click on the arrow to play the podcast (13 minutes), or right click here, save and listen later. (1) General 1 Paul 87 chapters ~ 1/4 of NT 2 Luke 52… Read More
A Tour Through John, Lesson 46 (verses)
Posted: February 15, 2018
Click on the arrow to play the podcast (8 minutes), or right click here, save and listen later. Scripture for memory 1 John 1:7 — But if we walk in the… Read More
A Tour Through John, Lesson 45
Posted: February 14, 2018
Click on the arrow to play the podcast (23 minutes), or right click here, in order to download, save, and listen later. 1 The elder to the beloved Gaius, whom I… Read More
A Tour Through John, Lesson 44
Posted: February 13, 2018
Click on the arrow to play the podcast (15 minutes), or right click here, in order to download, save, and listen later. 2 John has been called “1 John in miniature.” As… Read More
A Tour Through John, Lesson 43
Posted: February 12, 2018
Two of the most encouraging verses in the Bible are found in 1 John 5. Verse 3 says God’s commands aren’t burdensome. Walking in the light—and basking in it—isn’t only… Read More
A Tour Through John, Lesson 42
Posted: February 11, 2018
Click on the arrow to play the podcast (20 minutes), or right click here, in order to download, save, and listen later. 4:1 Beloved, do not believe every spirit, but test… Read More
A Tour Through John, Lesson 41
Posted: February 10, 2018
From the mention of rebirth (“born of him” in 2:29), John moves into praise for God and his love for us as his children. He reminds us that the reason… Read More
A Tour Through John, Lesson 40
Posted: February 9, 2018
In the first part of chapter two John warns his readers to follow Jesus, not the world. He is responding to a serious problem. Christians are defecting, leaving the faith. In the second… Read More
A Tour Through John, Lesson 39
Posted: February 8, 2018
Click on the arrow to play the podcast (18 minutes), or right click here, in order to download, save, and listen later. 2:1 My little children, I am writing these… Read More
A Tour Through John, Lesson 38
Posted: February 7, 2018
Click on the arrow to play the podcast (15 minutes), or right click here, in order to download, save, and listen later. 1 We declare to you what was from the… Read More
A Tour Through John, Lesson 37
Posted: February 6, 2018
In the late first century, there were false concepts of Jesus circulating in the Christian world. Just as today there are numerous false Jesuses (perhaps best known is the one… Read More
A Tour Through John, Lesson 36 (scriptures)
Posted: February 5, 2018
Click on the arrow to play the podcast (11 minutes), or right click here, save and listen later. 12:24 — Jesus to Andrew, Philip, and the Greeks: “Very truly, I tell… Read More
A Tour Through John, Lesson 35
Posted: February 4, 2018
Click on the arrow to play the podcast (20 minutes), or right click here, to save and listen later. After breakfast, it’s time to talk (v.15ff). Notice the setting: the charcoal fire…. Read More
A Tour Through John, Lesson 34
Posted: February 3, 2018
As noted in the last message, it is possible that the Gospel of John concluded with chapter 20, and that chapter 21 is an addition, either by the original author or by someone… Read More
A Tour Through John, Lesson 33
Posted: February 2, 2018
John 19 concludes with the burial of Jesus. Now, in John 20, it is Sunday morning, the third day since the crucifixion — and the tomb is empty! Click on the… Read More
Supplementary test for A Tour Through John
Posted: February 1, 2018
For those who found the 25-question quiz in A Tour Through John, Lesson 50, to be too easy, here’s a tougher one: Who was described by the elder as philoprōteuōn?… Read More
A Tour Through John, Lesson 32
Posted: February 1, 2018
We continue our study of the crucifixion, from the middle of John 19. Click on the arrow to play the podcast (24 minutes), or right click here, to save and listen… Read More
A Tour Through John, Lesson 31
Posted: January 31, 2018
Click on the arrow to play the podcast (21 minutes), or right click here, save and listen later. 19:1 Then Pilate took Jesus and had him flogged. 2 And the soldiers wove a… Read More
A Tour Through John, Lesson 30
Posted: January 30, 2018
Click on the arrow to play the podcast (19 minutes), or right click here, save and listen later. 18:1 After Jesus had spoken these words, he went out with his disciples… Read More
A Tour Through John, Lesson 29
Posted: January 29, 2018
The entire chapter is a prayer. This falls into three parts: Prayer for himself (vv.1-5). Prayer for his disciples (vv.6-19). Prayer for the world — future believers (vv.20-26). The order is crucial: Jesus’ training… Read More
A Tour Through John, Lesson 28
Posted: January 28, 2018
Jesus has been preparing his apostles for the persecution to come (15:18 into chapter 16). Persecuting Christians will come to be seen as service to God (v.2). John’s gospel was… Read More
A Tour Through John, Lesson 27
Posted: January 27, 2018
Click on the arrow to play the podcast (18 minutes), or right click here, save and listen later. Chapter 15 tells us about our relationship to Jesus (vv.1-17), using three different… Read More
A Tour Through John, Lesson 26
Posted: January 26, 2018
Having heard Jesus’ prediction of his betrayal, and death, the apostles are understandably anxious. That is why in 14:1 Jesus tries to calm them. We too may have our own reasons for… Read More
A Tour Through John, Lesson 25
Posted: January 25, 2018
Jesus speaks to the apostles in chapters 13-16, on the eve of his death. For an excellent study on John 13:31-17:26, read The Last Discourse, by James Greig. Even though he knows… Read More
A Tour Through John, Lesson 24
Posted: January 24, 2018
Click on the arrow to play the podcast (19 minutes), or right click here, save and listen later. 27 Now is my soul troubled, and what shall I say? Father, deliver me… Read More
A Tour Through John, Lesson 23
Posted: January 23, 2018
After the podcast on scripture memory, we now return to the gospel of John, chapter 12. Click on the arrow to play the podcast (12 minutes), or right click here… Read More
A Tour Through John, Lesson 22 (scriptures)
Posted: January 22, 2018
Click on the arrow to play the podcast (11 minutes), or right click here, save and listen later. Scripture for memory (Prov 22:17-18 — see also 3:3; 7:3, on internalizing God’s word)… Read More
A Tour Through John, Lesson 21
Posted: January 21, 2018
Today we come to the final chapter in John’s “Book of Signs” And in chapter 10 we saw the 3rd and 4th of seven “I am” sayings (gate and Shepherd)…. Read More
A Tour Through John, Lesson 20
Posted: January 20, 2018
In the previous chapter Jesus proved that he was truly the light of the world. Here we find the third and fourth I am statements: “I am the door” (vv.7,9)… Read More
A Tour Through John, Lesson 19
Posted: January 19, 2018
This entire chapter illustrates how Jesus is the light of the world (8:12; 9:5). Without him all are blind. Click on the arrow to play the podcast (21 minutes), or right… Read More
A Tour Through John, Lesson 18
Posted: January 18, 2018
Last time (lesson 17) we stopped at John 8:11. The rest of chapter 8 reveals an escalation in tensions between Jesus and the Jewish leadership. The acrimony culminates in an… Read More
A Tour Through John, Lesson 17
Posted: January 17, 2018
The beginning section of today’s podcast (on John 7:53-8:11) some may find a bit academic, or even unsettling. Please bear with me; certain explanations need to be made. Soon we… Read More
A Tour Through John, Lesson 16
Posted: January 16, 2018
Click on the arrow to play the podcast (19 minutes), or right click here to download and listen later. 32 The Pharisees heard the crowd muttering such things about him, and the… Read More
A Tour Through John, Lesson 15
Posted: January 15, 2018
Following Christ requires focus, commitment, discipline. And there are so many distractions. We need to put considerable effort into arranging our lives so that we can live as his disciples. After… Read More
A Tour Through John, Lesson 14
Posted: January 14, 2018
Click on the arrow to play the podcast (20 minutes), or right click here to download and listen later. 6:37 Everything that the Father gives me will come to me, and… Read More
A Tour Through John, Lesson 13
Posted: January 13, 2018
Click on the arrow to play the podcast (22 minutes), or right click here to download and listen later. 6:1 After this Jesus went to the other side of the… Read More
A Tour Through John, Lesson 12
Posted: January 12, 2018
Today we finish our study of John 5. Click on the arrow to play the podcast (20 minutes), or right click here to download and listen later. 19 Jesus said to them, “Very… Read More
A Tour Through John, Lesson 11
Posted: January 11, 2018
Today we finish John 4 and begin John 5. Click on the arrow to play the podcast (25 minutes), or right click here to download and listen later. 43 When the two… Read More
A Tour Through John, Lesson 10
Posted: January 10, 2018
We continue to read the story of Jesus and the Samaritan Woman — a story that could easily be titled “The Stranger.” Click on the arrow to play the podcast… Read More
A Tour Through John, Lesson 9
Posted: January 9, 2018
The story of the Samaritan woman is well known. She is a stranger to Jesus, as he is to her. But his interaction speaks volumes about what it means to… Read More
A Tour Through John, Lesson 8
Posted: January 8, 2018
Click on the arrow to play the podcast (18 minutes), or right click here to save and listen later. 16 “For God so loved the world that he gave his only Son,… Read More
A Tour Through John, Lesson 7
Posted: January 7, 2018
We come to the ever-popular John 3! While most who profess Christ know only verse 16, the entire chapter is chock-full of incredible passages. For example, verse 16 requires faith… Read More
A Tour through John, Lesson 6
Posted: January 6, 2018
Click on the arrow to play the podcast (20 minutes), or right click here to save and listen later. Recap of lesson 5 (Water to Wine) Time out for a wedding:… Read More
A Tour Through John, Lesson 5
Posted: January 5, 2018
Click on the arrow to play the podcast (24 minutes), or right click here to listen later. Introduction Jesus’ core group of disciples, his apostles, has grown. In chapter 2 he… Read More
A Tour through John, lesson 4
Posted: January 4, 2018
Click on the arrow to play the podcast (20 minutes), or right click here to listen later. Last time we looked at the first two days; today we will read about… Read More
A Tour Through John, Lesson 3
Posted: January 3, 2018
Having set the stage with his prologue (vv.1-18), John the evangelist now begins the story proper. In this lesson (22 minutes), we cover John 1:19-34, which details the first two… Read More
A Tour Through John, Lesson 2
Posted: January 2, 2018
In this lesson (20 minutes), we will finish our study of the prologue (1:1-18), which sets the stage for the entire gospel. Click on the arrow to play the podcast,… Read More
A Tour through John, Lesson 1
Posted: January 1, 2018
In this opening lesson (15 minutes), we will consider the nature of John’s gospel, and then probe the important prologue (1:1-18), which sets the stage for the entire gospel. Click… Read More
An online trove of Biblical manuscripts
Posted: September 26, 2017
An extraordinary collection of 68 New Testament and other Biblical manuscripts dating from the fourth to the twentieth centuries has been digitized and made available for study online. Continue reading… Read More
The Gospel of Luke
Posted: August 1, 2017
A new translation of the gospel of Luke is recently published at Scripture online.
Gospel of Mark: A Translation
Posted: June 6, 2017
A translation of the gospel of Mark has been recently published at Scripture online.
7 LAST SAYINGS OF JESUS ON THE CROSS
Posted: April 9, 2017
Sermon given on April 9, 2017 at the North River Church of Christ by Douglas. Click HERE for the notes accompanying the sermon.
What is Sinful Judgment? Matthew 7:1 Revisited, by Mads Fredskilde
Posted: March 8, 2017
Mads Fredkilde is a brilliant Danish brother who for some years has been living in Quito, Ecuador. We first met in London. Or was it Stockholm or Copenhagen? Mads’s paper… Read More
Jeremiah, Jesus, & Us: Lies We Tell Ourselves
Posted: December 22, 2016
You can find all 9 lessons in the series at newsletters. (They begin in October 2016.) “I find the lessons refreshing and spiritually ‘spicy,’ with plenty of material for both conviction and encouragement,… Read More
Q&A 1422 – How can we prove Jesus is the Messiah from the O.T.?
Posted: August 25, 2015
I am from a Jewish background. Would you please explain how Jesus Christ can be the Messiah, using the Hebrew Bible? Thanks. A fair question — and especially when you’ve… Read More
Galatia, We Have a Problem
Posted: May 14, 2015
This short paper analyzes Paul’s passionate letter to the Galatians. Written by and used with permission of Graydon Stephenson. CLICK for the article.
Understanding the Apocalypse 7: A Tale of Two Cities
Posted: May 9, 2015
To listen now, click on arrow. To download and listen later, right click on “Download Podcast” and ‘save target as’ or ‘save link as’. Download Podcast Schedule of Classes 8… Read More
Understanding The Apocalypse – Class 6: The Deceit of Politics & Wealth vs The Power of Heaven
Posted: April 21, 2015
To listen now, click on arrow. To save and listen later, right click on ‘Download Podcast’ and ‘save target as’ or ‘save link as’. Audio Player Download Podcast One podcast… Read More
Understanding The Apocalypse – Class 5: Armageddon: The Vengeance of the Lord
Posted: April 16, 2015
To listen now, click on arrow. To save and listen later, right click on ‘Download Podcast’ and ‘save target as’ or ‘save link as’. Download Podcast One podcast will be… Read More
Thyatira: The Pressure to “Tolerate”
Posted: April 7, 2015
Click in the arrow to listen to the message (21 minutes). All the notes are below. Click here to download. Thyatira: Introduction 4th and middle letter to the 7 churches in… Read More
Understanding the Apocalypse – Class 4: The Dragon and the Beast
Posted: April 3, 2015
The fourth of 7 classes on the Book of Revelation, taught live at the North River Church of Christ at 9 am on the dates below. To listen now, click… Read More
Understanding the Apocalypse – Class 3: Portents of Doom, Promise of Salvation
Posted: March 25, 2015
This is the 3rd class in a series on Revelation, done live at the North River Church of Christ in 2015. The classes and dates are below. The teacher, John… Read More
Understanding the Apocalypse – Class 2: The Shortfall of Earthly Worship, the Bliss of Heavenly Worship
Posted: March 25, 2015
The second of 7 classes on the Book of Revelation, taught live at the North River Church of Christ at 9 am on the dates below. Click arrow to play,… Read More
Understanding the Apocalypse – Class 1: “Rome, Apocalypse, & The Temple of God”
Posted: March 10, 2015
The first of 7 classes on the Book of Revelation, taught live at the North River Church of Christ at 9 am on the dates below. To listen now, click… Read More
Romans Z (16:1-27)
Posted: January 26, 2015
We have studied Romans from A to Z. Listen to the final podcast (19 minutes) here. In Romans Z, Paul sends greetings, makes a few final comments, and rounds off… Read More
Romans Y (15:15-33)
Posted: January 25, 2015
Click on the link to hear the penultimate podcast in our series Romans A-Z. This lesson (16 minutes) reveals Paul’s philosophy of ministry, and something of his grand vision for… Read More
Romans X (14:1-15:14)
Posted: January 24, 2015
Romans X is the 24th podcast (19 minutes) in our series Romans A-Z. Ever in mind is unity between Jewish-background and Gentile-background Christians, although the principles of the chapter have… Read More
Romans W (13:1-14)
Posted: January 23, 2015
Romans W (21 minutes) explores chapter 13. Click here to download. Passages referred to or alluded to: Daniel 3; 6; Matthew 7:12; Leviticus 19:18; Exodus 20; Deuteronomy 5; 1 Peter… Read More
Romans V (12:9-21)
Posted: January 22, 2015
Romans V takes us through the balance of chapter 12. The podcast (15 minutes) contains some surprises — for most Bible believers, at any rate. Click here to download. Verses… Read More
Romans U (12:1-8)
Posted: January 21, 2015
Romans U (16 minutes) is the 21st lesson in our series Romans A-Z. As is his custom, Paul lays highly practical teaching (chapters 12-16) on a solid theological foundation (chapters 1-9)…. Read More
Romans T (11:33-36)
Posted: January 20, 2015
This is the last podcast based on Romans 9-11. This special passage taken up in Romans T (11 minutes) concludes the section, setting things in perspective. Scriptures referred to: Psalm… Read More
Romans S (11:1-32)
Posted: January 19, 2015
This is Romans S, the 19th study in the series Romans A-Z. In this podcast (25 minutes) we will almost finish our study of Romans 11. (Romans T will cover Paul’s… Read More
Romans R (10:1-21)
Posted: January 18, 2015
Romans R (19 minutes) covers the tenth chapter of the epistle. Verses referenced include Job 40:3-5; Deuteronomy 30:11-14; Acts 22:16; 10:28,34-35, 43-48; Galatians 1:14; Psalms 19:5; Deuteronomy 32:21; and Proverbs… Read More
Romans Q (9:1-32)
Posted: January 17, 2015
Romans Q (19 minutes) covers all of chapter 9. Verses referred to (mainly outside Romans) include Exodus 32:32; Psalm 49:6-8; Genesis 25; Genesis 27; Exodus 7; Colossians 1:21; Isaiah 29; Isaiah… Read More
Romans P (8:18-39)
Posted: January 16, 2015
Listen to the 16th podcast (23 minutes) in our series on Romans. Verses referred to are 2 Corinthians 4:16-18; 2 Timothy 4:18; Hebrews 7:25; 2 Thessalonians 2:14; Jude 21; and… Read More
Romans O (8:12-17)
Posted: January 15, 2015
The 15th lesson in our series (16 minutes) is Romans O, covering the middle section of chapter 8. Verses referred to include Galatians 5:18; Psalms 40:8; 2 Thessalonians 1:8; Acts… Read More
Romans N (8:1-11)
Posted: January 14, 2015
Lesson N (12 minutes) begins the second half of the series Romans A-Z. Listen carefully for the many connections to the concepts Paul has developed earlier in the letter. The… Read More
Romans M (7:1-25)
Posted: January 13, 2015
This is the 13th podcast in Romans A-Z. The lesson (24 minutes) goes through the entirety of Romans 7. Click here to download. Other biblical passages referred to in this lesson… Read More
Romans L (6:8-23)
Posted: January 12, 2015
The 12th podcast in Romans A-Z covers the remainder of chapter 6. I hope the talk (19 minutes) helps you think about God, and draw closer to him, all day…. Read More
Romans K (6:1-8)
Posted: January 11, 2015
Listen to the 11th podcast in Romans A-Z. This podcast (13 minutes) covers the first 8 verses of the chapter. Click here to download. In chapters 1-3 Paul reasons that all… Read More
Romans J (5:12-21)
Posted: January 10, 2015
Listen to Romans J, the tenth podcast (15 minutes) in the series Romans A-Z. Sin came into the world through Adam (v.12), and salvation also comes to the world through… Read More
Romans I (5:1-11)
Posted: January 9, 2015
Here is the ninth podcast (14 minutes) in our series of 26 in Romans A-Z. Passages referred to include Acts 23:6; Ephesians 4:4; Titus 3:5; and Galatians 4:6. The sequence… Read More
Romans H (4:1-25)
Posted: January 8, 2015
In the eighth part of our series (18 minutes) we tackle all of Romans chapter 4. Click here to download. While I referred to a number of biblical passages, here… Read More
Romans G (3:10-31)
Posted: January 7, 2015
This is the seventh lesson (20 minutes) in our series, Romans A-Z. There is some overlap with the previous podcast, is it ended with 3:10-18. Here we return to 3:10-18… Read More
Romans F (3:1-18)
Posted: January 6, 2015
This is the sixth lesson (14 minutes) in our Romans series. Click here to download. Some of the passages referred to in the podcast are Psalm 138:2; Romans 9:4-5; 15:4;… Read More
Romans E (2:17-29)
Posted: January 5, 2015
Romans E (18 minutes) continues the study of the typical weaknesses of religious people, particularly hypocrisy and condescension. Click here to download. Isaiah 52:5 — God’s people often misrepresent him… Read More
Romans D (2:1-16)
Posted: January 4, 2015
Listen to the fourth podcast in the series (15 minutes). Click here to download. Referred to in the lesson: The Last Things series (including the podcast on Those Who Haven’t… Read More
Romans C (1:18-32)
Posted: January 3, 2015
In our third podcast (21 minutes), we will tackle Romans 1:18-32. For more background on this passage, listen to the Fall of Rome podcast. Click here to download. This lesson refers… Read More
Romans B (1:16-17)
Posted: January 2, 2015
This is the 2nd lesson in a series of 26 on Romans. Here we cover the theme passage, Romans 1:16-17 (22 minutes). Recommended: study Habakkuk 2:4. Ponder: “From faith to… Read More
Romans A (1:1-15)
Posted: January 1, 2015
This is the opening podcast in the series Romans A-Z. In 26 daily lessons, we will explore Paul’s longest letter. First, we set the stage, by reading through chapter 1, verse 1-15… Read More
The Fall of Rome — And Why We Should Take Notice
Posted: November 26, 2014
Why did Rome (753 BC – AD 476) fall? Was it due to external circumstances (barbarian invasion, famine, plague, etc), or to internal ones? We in the West ought to… Read More
A Mass Conversion of Israel?
Posted: April 14, 2014
Will all of national Israel be saved in the end times? This is certainly a beautiful thought, yet are we to take Romans 11:26 literally? In this podcast I offer… Read More
Romans 11 – Did God Slip Up? – Douglas Jacoby
Posted: March 24, 2014
Sunday sermon at the North River Church of Christ on March 23, 2014. To listen now, click on arrow. To listen later, right click on ‘Download Podcast’ and click on… Read More
The Prison Epistles – Class 4 – Philemon
Posted: March 11, 2014
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The Prison Epistles – Class 3 – Colossians
Posted: March 11, 2014
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The Prison Epistles – Class 2 – Ephesians
Posted: March 6, 2014
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The Prison Epistles – Class 1 – Philippians
Posted: March 6, 2014
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THRIVE! (sample chapter)
Posted: February 28, 2014
Don’t Just Survive. Thrive! Using Psalms to Help You Soar Table of Contents Thriving—or Just Surviving? Psalm 23 Two Paths: Psalm 1 God’s Word in the Psalms: Psalms 19 &… Read More
Curse / Reverse (Romans 5)
Posted: February 21, 2014
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The Good News and the Bad News (Romans 1)
Posted: February 11, 2014
Message at North River church on Sunday, Jan 26, 2014 Click here to download.
Christ Through the Ages, 23: Revelation–King of Kings
Posted: January 23, 2014
Lesson 23, Revelation: King of Kings and Lord of Lords, is the final podcast in this section of our series (10 minutes), before we turn to examine Christ through the… Read More
Christ Through the Ages, 22: Jude–Lordship or License?
Posted: January 22, 2014
Our 22nd lesson in Christ Through the Ages comes from the little letter of Jude. The podcast (11 minutes) is entitled Jude: Lordship or License? I hope it proves spiritually… Read More
Christ Through the Ages, 21: 1-3 John–Christ and Antichrist
Posted: January 21, 2014
Our next podcast is 1-3 John–Christ and Antichrist (12 minutes). To download, right click on the link and click “Save Link As” or “Save target As” – Download Podcast Senses… Read More
Christ Through the Ages, 20: 1-2 Peter–In His Steps
Posted: January 20, 2014
Listen to the 20th lesson in our series CHRIST THROUGH THE AGES. The lesson is 20 minutes long. It is simply entitled, 1-2 Peter: In His Steps. To download, right… Read More
Christ Through the Ages, 19: Hebrews—Not Just Superior, But Supreme
Posted: January 19, 2014
Christ Through the Ages, 19: Hebrews–Not Just Superior, But Supreme! Listen to the podcast (19 minutes) — and learn. To download, right click on the link and click “Save Link… Read More
Christ Through the Ages, 18: Philemon–Grace in Action
Posted: January 18, 2014
Listen to Philemon: Grace in Action (20 minutes). Learn about the purpose of this invaluable epistle, and how we can influence others by following the gracious method of Jesus Christ…. Read More
Christ Through the Ages, 17: Pastorals—Gracious Guide
Posted: January 17, 2014
To download, right click on the link and click “Save Link As” or “Save target As” – Download Podcast Learn about Christ, Our Gracious Guide to Eternal Life (19 minutes)… Read More
Christ Through the Ages, 16: 1-2 Thessalonians–He’s Coming Back!
Posted: January 16, 2014
Listen to the sixteenth lesson (20 minutes) in our series, He’s Coming Back, and You’d Better Be Ready! To download, right click on the link and click “Save Link As” or… Read More
Christ Through the Ages, 15: Philippians–To Live is Christ
Posted: January 15, 2014
To download the podcast, right click on the download link and choose “Save Link As” or “Save Target As” and it will download the podcast. Download Podcast Introduction Philippians is… Read More
Christ Through the Ages, 14: Ephesians & Colossians–Cosmic Christ
Posted: January 14, 2014
To download the podcast, right click on the download link and choose “Save Link As” or “Save Target As” and it will download the podcast. Download Podcast Appreciate the fact… Read More
Christ Through the Ages, 13: 1-2 Corinthians–Humility Amidst Suffering
Posted: January 13, 2014
To download the podcast, right click on the download link and choose “Save Link As” or “Save Target As” and it will download the podcast. Download Podcast Lesson 13, 1-2 … Read More
Christ Through the Ages, 12: Romans & Galatians–Baptized into Death
Posted: January 12, 2014
To download, right click on the link and click “Save Link As” or “Save target As” – Download Podcast Listen to Romans & Galatians: Baptized into Death (15 minutes). Background… Read More
Christ Through the Ages, 9: Luke–Universal Vision, Center to Margins
Posted: January 9, 2014
To download, right click on the link and click “Save Link As” or “Save target As” – Download Podcast Listen to the 9th lesson in our series, Luke: A Universal… Read More
Christ Through the Ages, 8: Matthew–Jesus was Jewish
Posted: January 8, 2014
The 8th lesson in our series is Matthew: Jesus was Jewish (15 mins). To download, right click on the link and click “Save Link As” or “Save target As” -… Read More
How the Bible Came to Be, Part 5 – Gospels False and True
Posted: January 7, 2014
To listen to podcast later, right click link below and “Save target as” or “Save link as” Download Podcast For PDF notes for this class, click Here
Christ Through the Ages, 7: Mark—Lord Caesar or Lord Jesus?
Posted: January 7, 2014
To download, right click on the link and click “Save Link As” or “Save target As” – Download Podcast Listen to lesson 7 in the series CHRIST THROUGH THE AGES…. Read More
How the Bible Came to Be, Part 4 – The New Testament Apocrypha & Pseudepigrapha
Posted: December 14, 2013
To download this audio & listen to it later, click below and “save target as” or “save link as”. Download Podcast For PDF notes for this class, click Here
How the Bible Came to Be, Part 2 – The Old Testament Apocrypha
Posted: November 26, 2013
This is the second lesson in the series. To listen to podcast later, right click link below and “Save target as” or “Save link as” Download Podcast For PDF notes… Read More
Sermon on the Mount — Kinnard & Jacoby
Posted: July 31, 2013
These lessons are from the New York City Church of Christ Bible Jubilee, 18 April 2010. Teachers: Steve Kinnard and Douglas Jacoby. Click HERE to listen.
New Perspective on Paul (Christianity Today)
Posted: July 31, 2013
What Did Paul Really Mean? “New perspective” scholars argue that we need, well, a new perspective on justification by faith. Simon Gathercole | posted 8/10/2007 08:48AM Pick up any recent… Read More
Q&A 1332 – Jesus’ Wife Papyrus
Posted: June 6, 2013
Q&A 1333 – What about the Gospel of Jesus’ Wife? I am wondering if you have any thoughts on this new finding? In 2012 an ancient papyrus fragment, about the… Read More
NT Archaeology
Posted: May 14, 2012
Here is a lesson on New Testament Archaeology (47 minutes). LCU students: You are not responsible for all the information in this lesson. Do, however, listen carefully and try… Read More
The Structure of the New Testament
Posted: April 15, 2012
Here is a lesson and notes on The Structure of the New Testament (51 minutes). 1. Process The NT is a library more than it is a single book. The library… Read More
Hebrews: Bridge between the Testaments
Posted: April 15, 2012
Here are a lesson and notes on Hebrews: Bridge between the Testaments (50 minutes). Bridging books There are several books in the NT that intimate connect with the OT, like… Read More
Amos K
Posted: February 8, 2011
Here are a podcast and notes on Amos, lesson K (19 minutes). To download the podcast, right click on “download” and select “save link as” or “save target as” and you can download… Read More
Surprises from Acts 2
Posted: May 11, 2010
Surprises from Acts 2 is 29 minutes in length. To listen, click on the play button below: To download the podcast, right click on “download” and select “save link as” or “save… Read More
Through the N.T. in a Year
Posted: January 10, 2010
To read through the N.T. in a year, what is helpful is to maintain variety. While you could read the first three gospels straight through, for example, they are so… Read More
MATTHEW 1
Posted: December 18, 2008
1 The book of the genealogy of Jesus Christ, the Son of David, the Son of Abraham: 2 Abraham begot Isaac, Isaac begot Jacob, and Jacob begot Judah and his… Read More
MATTHEW 2
Posted: December 18, 2008
1 After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of King Herod, Magi from the east came to Jerusalem 2 and asked, “Where is the one who… Read More
MATTHEW 3
Posted: December 18, 2008
1 In those days John the Baptist came preaching in the wilderness of Judea, 2 and saying, “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand! 3 For this is… Read More
MATTHEW 4
Posted: December 18, 2008
1 Then Jesus was led up by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted by the devil. 2 And when he had fasted forty days and forty nights, afterward he… Read More
MATTHEW 5 – A
Posted: December 18, 2008
1 Now when he saw the crowds, he went up on a mountainside and sat down. His disciples came to him, 2 and he began to teach them saying: 3… Read More
MATTHEW 5 – B
Posted: December 18, 2008
21 “You have heard that it was said to the people long ago, ‘Do not murder, and anyone who murders will be subject to judgment.’ 22 But I tell you… Read More
MATTHEW 6 – A
Posted: December 18, 2008
1 “Be careful not to do your ‘acts of righteousness’ before men, to be seen by them. If you do, you will have no reward from your Father in heaven…. Read More
MATTHEW 6 – B
Posted: December 18, 2008
19 “Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. 20 But store up for yourselves treasures in… Read More
MATTHEW 7 – A
Posted: December 18, 2008
1 “Do not judge, or you too will be judged. 2 For in the same way you judge others, you will be judged, and with the measure you use, it… Read More
MATTHEW 7 – B
Posted: December 18, 2008
13 “Enter through the narrow gate. For wide is the gate and broad is the road that leads to destruction, and many enter through it. 14 But small is the… Read More
MATTHEW 8
Posted: December 18, 2008
1 When he came down from the mountainside, large crowds followed him. 2 man with leprosy came and knelt before him and said, “Lord, if you are willing, you can… Read More
MATTHEW 9 – A
Posted: December 18, 2008
1 Jesus stepped into a boat, crossed over and came to his own town. 2 Some men brought to him a paralytic, lying on a mat. When Jesus saw their… Read More
MATTHEW 9 – B
Posted: December 18, 2008
18 While he was saying this, a ruler came and knelt before him and said, “My daughter has just died. But come and put your hand on her, and she… Read More
MATTHEW 10 – A
Posted: December 18, 2008
1 He called his twelve disciples to him and gave them authority to drive out evil spirits and to heal every disease and sickness. 2 These are the names of… Read More
MATTHEW 10 – B
Posted: December 18, 2008
24 “A student is not above his teacher, nor a servant above his master. 25 It is enough for the student to be like his teacher, and the servant like… Read More
MATTHEW 11 – A
Posted: December 18, 2008
1 Now it came to pass, when Jesus finished commanding His twelve disciples, that he departed from there to teach and to preach in their cities. 2 And when John… Read More
MATTHEW 11 – B
Posted: December 18, 2008
20 Then he began to rebuke the cities in which most of His mighty works had been done, because they did not repent: 21 “Woe to you, Chorazin! Woe to… Read More
MATTHEW 12 – A
Posted: December 18, 2008
1 At that time Jesus went through the grainfields on the Sabbath. And his disciples were hungry, and began to pluck heads of grain and to eat. 2 And when… Read More
MATTHEW 12 – B
Posted: December 18, 2008
22 Then one was brought to him who was demon-possessed, blind and mute; and he healed him, so that the blind and mute man both spoke and saw. 23 And… Read More
MATTHEW 13
Posted: December 18, 2008
1 On the same day Jesus went out of the house and sat by the sea. 2 And great multitudes were gathered together to him, so that he got into… Read More
MATTHEW 14
Posted: December 18, 2008
1 At that time Herod the tetrarch heard the report about Jesus 2 and said to his servants, “This is John the Baptist; he is risen from the dead, and… Read More
MATTHEW 15 – A
Posted: December 18, 2008
1 Then some Pharisees and teachers of the law came to Jesus from Jerusalem and asked, 2 “Why do your disciples break the tradition of the elders? They don’t wash… Read More
MATTHEW 15 – B
Posted: December 18, 2008
21 Leaving that place, Jesus withdrew to the region of Tyre and Sidon. 22 A Canaanite woman from that vicinity came to him, crying out, “Lord, Son of David, have… Read More
MATTHEW 16
Posted: December 18, 2008
1 Then the Pharisees and Sadducees came, and testing him asked that he would show them a sign from heaven. 2 He answered and said to them, “When it is… Read More
MATTHEW 17
Posted: December 18, 2008
1 Now after six days Jesus took Peter, James, and John his brother, led them up on a high mountain by themselves; 2 and he was transfigured before them. His… Read More
MATTHEW 18
Posted: December 18, 2008
1 At that time the disciples came to Jesus, saying, “Who then is greatest in the kingdom of heaven?” 2 Then Jesus called a little child to him, set him… Read More
MATTHEW 19
Posted: December 18, 2008
1 Now it came to pass, when Jesus had finished these sayings, that he departed from Galilee and came to the region of Judea beyond the Jordan. 2 And great… Read More
MATTHEW 20
Posted: December 18, 2008
1 “For the kingdom of heaven is like a landowner who went out early in the morning to hire laborers for his vineyard. 2 Now when he had agreed with… Read More
MATTHEW 21 – A
Posted: December 18, 2008
1 Now when they drew near Jerusalem, and came to Bethphage, at the Mount of Olives, then Jesus sent two disciples, 2 saying to them, “Go into the village opposite… Read More
MATTHEW 21 – B
Posted: December 18, 2008
23 Now when he came into the temple, the chief priests and the elders of the people confronted him as he was teaching, and said, “By what authority are you… Read More
MATTHEW 22
Posted: December 18, 2008
1 And Jesus answered and spoke to them again by parables and said: 2 “The kingdom of heaven is like a certain king who arranged a marriage for his son,… Read More
MATTHEW 23
Posted: December 18, 2008
1 Then Jesus spoke to the multitudes and to his disciples, 2 saying: “The scribes and the Pharisees sit in Moses’ seat. 3 Therefore whatever they tell you to observe,… Read More
MATTHEW 24
Posted: December 18, 2008
1 Then Jesus went out and departed from the temple, and his disciples came up to show him the buildings of the temple. 2 And Jesus said to them, “Do… Read More
MATTHEW 25
Posted: December 18, 2008
1 “Then the kingdom of heaven shall be likened to ten virgins who took their lamps and went out to meet the bridegroom. 2 Now five of them were wise,… Read More
MATTHEW 26 – A
Posted: December 18, 2008
1 Now it came to pass, when Jesus had finished all these sayings, that he said to his disciples, 2 “You know that after two days is the Passover, and… Read More
MATTHEW 26 – B
Posted: December 18, 2008
31 Then Jesus said to them, “All of you will be made to stumble because of me this night, for it is written: ‘I will strike the Shepherd, And the… Read More
MATTHEW 27 – A
Posted: December 18, 2008
1 When morning came, all the chief priests and elders of the people plotted against Jesus to put him to death. 2 And when they had bound him, they led… Read More
MATTHEW 27 – B
Posted: December 18, 2008
32 Now as they came out, they found a man of Cyrene, Simon by name. Him they compelled to bear his cross. 33 And when they had come to a… Read More
MATTHEW 28
Posted: December 18, 2008
1 Now after the Sabbath, as the first day of the week began to dawn, Mary Magdalene and the other Mary came to see the tomb. 2 And behold, there… Read More
JAMES 2 – A
Posted: December 18, 2008
1 My brothers and sisters, do you with your acts of favoritism really believe in our glorious Lord Jesus Christ? 2 For if a person with gold rings and in… Read More
JAMES 1 – A
Posted: December 18, 2008
1:1 James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, To the twelve tribes in the Dispersion: Greetings. 2 My brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of… Read More
JAMES 1 – B
Posted: December 18, 2008
16 Do not be deceived, my beloved. 17 Every generous act of giving, with every perfect gift, is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom there… Read More
JAMES 2 – B
Posted: December 18, 2008
14 What good is it, my brothers and sisters, if you say you have faith but do not have works? Can faith save you? 15 If a brother or sister… Read More
JAMES 3 – A
Posted: December 18, 2008
1 Not many of you should become teachers, my brothers and sisters, for you know that we who teach will be judged with greater strictness. 2 For all of us… Read More
JAMES 3 – B
Posted: December 18, 2008
13 Who is wise and understanding among you? Show by your good life that your works are done with gentleness born of wisdom. 14 But if you have bitter envy… Read More
JAMES 4 – A
Posted: December 18, 2008
1 Those conflicts and disputes among you, where do they come from? Do they not come from your cravings that are at war within you? 2 You want something and… Read More
JAMES 4 – B
Posted: December 18, 2008
7 Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. 8 Draw near to God, and he will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands,… Read More
JAMES 5 – A
Posted: December 18, 2008
1 Come now, you rich people, weep and wail for the miseries that are coming to you. 2 Your riches have rotted, and your clothes are moth-eaten. 3 Your gold… Read More
JAMES 5 – B
Posted: December 18, 2008
13 Are any among you suffering? They should pray. Are any cheerful? They should sing songs of praise. 14 Are any among you sick? They should call for the elders… Read More
ROMANS 1
Posted: December 18, 2008

1 Paul, a servant of Jesus Christ, called to be an apostle, set apart for the gospel of God, 2 which he promised beforehand through his prophets in the holy… Read More