Bible Companion Series
This is a chronological commentary on the whole Bible, done one chapter at a time, discovering Christ in all of Scripture. Teacher: P.H. Thompson, author of Benaiah: Mighty Man of God. phthompson.com Other podcasts by this author: Benaiah: Mighty Man of God, An Audiobook read by author.
Episodes
Judges Chapter One, continuing conquest of Canaan, NEW
Judges Chapter One, continuing conquest of Canaan, NEW, Adoni-Bezek, factual battlefield report, successes, failures, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Introduction to the Book of Judges (NEW)
Introduction
to the Book of Judges, the book of failure, sin cycles, moral decline,
idolatry, oppression, full of paradox, 450 years, deliverers
Summary of the Book of Joshua
Summary of the Book of Joshua, difficulties, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Joshua Chapter Twenty-four, Joshua's farewell address to the nation, challenge to commit, covenant renewal
Joshua Chapter Twenty-four, Joshua's farewell address to the nation, history, challenge to commit, covenant renewal, death of Joshua and Eleazar, burial of Joseph's bones, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Joshua Chapter Twenty-three, Joshua's farewell address to the leaders of Israel
Joshua Chapter Twenty-three, Joshua's farewell address to the leaders of Israel, warns of consequences of disobedience, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Joshua Chapter Twenty-two, eastern tribes commended, an altar built, misunderstanding, unity restored
Joshua Chapter Twenty-two, eastern tribes commended and warned, an altar built, investigation and challenge, explanation, misunderstanding, unity restored, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Joshua Chapter Twenty-one, Levitical cities, God's promises fulfilled
Joshua Chapter Twenty-one, Levitical cities, God's promises fulfilled, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Joshua Chapter Twenty, cities of refuge
Joshua Chapter Twenty, cities of refuge, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Joshua Chapter Nineteen (Re-send)
Joshua Chapter Nineteen, land allotment for remaining seven tribes and Joshua, Levi and Simeon scattered, Jezreel, Tyre, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Joshua Chapter Eighteen, Shiloh, land allotment for Benjamin, surveyors sent out from remaining seven tribes, , child sacrifice, Jerusalem, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Joshua Chapter Eighteen, Shiloh, land allotment for Benjamin, surveyors sent out from remaining seven tribes, lots, child sacrifice, Jerusalem, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Joshua Chapter Seventeen, land allotment for the tribe of Manasseh, Zelophehad's daughters inherit (resend)
Joshua Chapter Seventeen, land allotment for the tribe of Manasseh, Zelophehad's daughters inherit, boundaries, Shechem, Endor, Gilead, Canaanites remain, fear of iron chariots, complaint and desire for more land, solution, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Joshua Chapter Sixteen, land allotment for Ephraim and Manasseh, disobedience
Joshua Chapter Sixteen, land allotment for Ephraim and Manasseh, Archites, disobedience, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Joshua Chapter Fifteen, land allotment for Judah, Caleb defeats giants, Caleb's daughter, Aksah marries Othniel, bold request
Joshua Chapter Fifteen, the land allotment for Judah, Caleb defeats giants, Caleb's daughter, Aksah marries Othniel, bold request, failure to drive out Jebusites, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Joshua Chapter Fourteen, division of Canaan, casting lots, Caleb's reward for faithfulness
Joshua Chapter Fourteen, division of Canaan, casting lots, Caleb's reward for faithfulness, giants, Hebron, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Joshua Chapter Thirteen, Joshua old, fulfillment of the promise to the patriarchs
Joshua Chapter Thirteen, Joshua old, land still to be occupied, inheritance of the tribes east of the Jordan, fulfillment of the promise to the patriarchs, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Joshua Chapter Twelve, kingdoms defeated by Moses, Joshua, and Israel east and west of the Jordan River
Joshua Chapter Twelve, summary of all kingdoms defeated by Moses, Joshua, and Israel east and west of the Jordan River, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Joshua Chapter Eleven, northern kingdom alliance against Israel, reassurance from God, victory
Joshua Chapter Eleven, northern kingdom alliance against Israel, reassurance from God, Joshua's plan, obedience, victory, God's sovereignty, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Joshua Chapter Ten, the backlash from Canaan, Gibeon's appeal for help, hailstones, the longest day
Joshua Chapter Ten, the backlash from Canaan, Gibeon's appeal for help, vows, Joshua's response, hailstones, the longest day, southern cities conquered, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Joshua Chapter Nine, the Gibeonite deception
Joshua Chapter Nine, the Gibeonite deception, failure to pray, oaths must be kept, consequences, who are the people of God, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Joshua Chapter Eight, new marching orders, Ai defeated, covenant renewal at Mount Ebal
Joshua Chapter Eight, new marching orders, the battle plan, the ruse, the raised spear, Ai defeated, the king impaled, covenant renewal at Mount Ebal, spiritual priorities, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Joshua Chapter Seven, the defeat at Ai, the sin of Achan exposed
Joshua Chapter Seven, the defeat at Ai, loss of 36 soldiers, Israel now God's enemy, Joshua's prayer, the sin of Achan exposed by casting lots, the confession, investigation, and evidence brought forward, the punishment, propitiation, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Joshua Chapter Six, fall of Jericho
Joshua Chapter Six, bizarre military strategy, city of Jericho falls, second miracle, Rahab and her family are spared, curse on rebuilder of Jericho, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Joshua Chapter Five, conquest generation circumcised, first Passover celebrated in the Promised Land, Joshua meets the Commander of the Lord's army
Joshua Chapter Five, word reaches Canaan, residents in fear, conquest generation circumcised, FGM, first Passover celebrated in the Promised Land, spiritual priorities, manna ceases, Joshua meets the Commander of the Lord's army, theophany, commissioned, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Joshua Chapter Four, memorial stones, crossing the Jordan, origin story of Israel
Joshua Chapter Four, memorial stones, crossing the Jordan, miracle, memory is important, faithfulness of the eastern tribes, pass it on, origin story of Israel, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Joshua Chapter Three, preparing to cross the Jordan into Canaan, the exodus ends as it began
Joshua Chapter Three, preparing to cross the Jordan into Canaan, consecration, keep your distance from the ark, a sign of things to come, crossing on dry ground, the exodus ends as it began, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Joshua Chapter Two, Joshua sends spies to Jericho, Rahab the prostitute hides them, scarlet cord as a sign
Joshua Chapter Two, Joshua sends spies to Jericho, Rahab the prostitute hides them, faith, lying, oath, scarlet cord as a sign, people of Jericho melting in fear, Jesus Christ
Joshua Chapter One, God's commission to Joshua, God's presence and power promised, commitment to obey
Joshua Chapter One, God's commission to Joshua, boundaries of the land, God's presence and power promised, success tied to obedience to the Scriptures, instructions to military officers, prepare to possess, fulfill a promise, commitment to obey, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Introduction to the Historical Books and the book of Joshua
Introduction to the Historical Books and the book of Joshua, difficult issues
Character Study of Moses (RESEND)
Character Study of Moses in Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy
Character Studies: Aaron and Miriam
Character Studies: Aaron and Miriam
Summary of Deuteronomy
Summary of Deuteronomy: who, to whom, what, when, where, why, and how was it written?
Deuteronomy Chapter Thirty-four, Moses views the Promised Land, Moses' death and burial
Deuteronomy Chapter Thirty-four, Moses views the Promised Land, Moses' death, burial, and mourning, Joshua takes Moses' place as leader, eulogy, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Deuteronomy Chapter Thirty-three, Moses blesses the tribes before his death
Deuteronomy Chapter Thirty-three, Moses blesses the tribes before his death, praise God for His uniqueness and the uniqueness of Israel, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Psalm 135 (RESEND 10) a call to praise God for election, for providence in creation (water cycle), for redemption, for the land, for His compassion, the futility of idols
Psalm 135 (RESEND 10) a call to praise God for election, for providence in creation (water cycle), for redemption, for the land, for His compassion, the futility of idols, a call for public praise, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Deuteronomy Chapter Thirty-two, RESEND, the song of Moses
Deuteronomy Chapter Thirty-two, RESEND, the song of Moses, the value of songs, a steadfast God and a fickle nation, God's election and care of Israel, apostasy, promise of atonement, Moses to die on Mt. Nebo, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Deuteronomy Chapter Thirty-one, Joshua the new leader introduced and inaugurated
Deuteronomy Chapter Thirty-one, Joshua the new leader introduced and inaugurated, Joshua encouraged to be strong and courageous, a public reading of the Law, a song of witness, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Deuteronomy Chapter Thirty, life or death choice, choose life
Deuteronomy Chapter Thirty, exile and return when they repent, blessings follow obedience, life or death choice, choose life, a simple command, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Deuteronomy Chapter Twenty-nine. another covenant at Moab, God's faithful provision and protection 40 years, secret and hidden things
Deuteronomy Chapter Twenty-nine. another covenant at Moab, God's faithful provision and protection 40 years, current and future generations included, no idolatry, curses to fall on the presumptuous sinner, secret and hidden things, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Deuteronomy Chapter Twenty-eight, blessings for obedience, curses for disobedience, RESEND
Deuteronomy Chapter Twenty-eight, blessings for obedience, curses for disobedience, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Deuteronomy Chapter Twenty-seven, the Law written, ceremony of blessings and curses
Deuteronomy Chapter Twenty-seven, the Law written, vow, ceremony of blessings and curses, altar, sacrifices, rejoicing, amen, omission, commission, two mountains, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Deuteronomy Chapter Twenty-six, offerings of firstfruits and welfare tithe, a special people
Deuteronomy Chapter Twenty-six, offerings of firstfruits and welfare tithe, recall history and humble beginning as nomads and slaves, Promised Land, milk and honey, a special people, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Deuteronomy Chapter Twenty-five, 39 lashes, care of animals, levirate marriage
Deuteronomy Chapter Twenty-five, 39 lashes, care of animals, levirate marriage, Ruth and Boaz, miscellaneous laws, destroy the Amalekites, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Deuteronomy Chapter Twenty-four, divorce, exemption from military service, a fair and generous society
Deuteronomy Chapter Twenty-four, provisions for divorce, exemption from military service, pledges for loans, no kidnapping, skin diseases, no coercion, treat employees fairly, each person responsible for their own sin, kindness to foreigners, widows, and orphans, gleaning, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Deuteronomy Chapter Twenty-three (RESEND), miscellaneous laws, vows, don't abuse generosity
Deuteronomy Chapter Twenty-three (RESEND), exclusions from the assembly, exceptions, uncleanness in the camp, escaped slaves, shrine prostitutes, charging interest, vows, don't abuse generosity, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Deuteronomy Chapter Twenty-two, living out the Law in everyday life, continuity/discontinuity
Deuteronomy Chapter Twenty-two, kindness and common sense, sustainability of food sources, responsible home ownership, laws of separation, tassels, marriage violations, continuity/discontinuity, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Chris
Deuteronomy Chapter Twenty-one, atonement for unsolved murder, a curse on those hanged on a pole
Deuteronomy Chapter Twenty-one, atonement for unsolved murder, marrying a captive woman, firstborn inheritance rights, rebellious sons, a curse on those hanged on a pole, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Deuteronomy Chapter Twenty, rules of engagement, proclamation of peace preceding judgment
Deuteronomy Chapter Twenty, rules of engagement, military success linked to faith in God, voluntary military service, proclamation of peace preceding judgment, sustainability, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Deuteronomy Chapter Nineteen, cities of refuge, justice over leniency or personal retaliation
Deuteronomy Chapter Nineteen, cities of refuge, perjury, manslaughter vs. murder, motive, trial, avenger of blood, boundary markers, justice over leniency or personal retaliation, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Deuteronomy Chapter Eighteen, support for Levites, no occult practices, the promise of a prophet like Moses, true vs. false prophets
Deuteronomy Chapter Eighteen, support for Levites, no occult practices, the promise of a prophet like Moses, true vs. false prophets, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Deuteronomy Chapter Seventeen, no defective sacrifices, punishment for idolatry, law courts, principles governing kings
Deuteronomy Chapter Seventeen, no defective sacrifices, punishment for idolatry, we prefer God's mercy to His justice, law courts, principles governing kings, write, read, honor, obey, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Deuteronomy Chapter Sixteen, RESEND, review of Passover and other feasts
Deuteronomy Chapter Sixteen, RESEND, review of Passover and other feasts, no yeast, rejoice, judges, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Deuteronomy Chapter Fifteen, canceling debts, slavery, consecration of firstborn
Deuteronomy Chapter Fifteen, canceling debts, be generous, slavery, indentured servants, consecration of firstborn, relation to exodus and Passover, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Deuteronomy Chapter Fourteen, improper mourning, dietary restrictions, tithing
Deuteronomy Chapter Fourteen, improper mourning, dietary restrictions, tithing, election, adoption, sanctification, Levites, the poor, separation, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Deuteronomy Chapter Thirteen, enticement to idolatry, danger of idolatry, know truth to recognize error
Deuteronomy Chapter Thirteen, enticement to idolatry, false prophets, close relatives, whole towns, danger of idolatry, know truth to recognize error, defend the faith, don't convert with the sword, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Deuteronomy Chapter Twelve, (RESEND) no syncretism, Asherah poles, sacred stones, appeal of idolatry
Deuteronomy Chapter Twelve, no syncretism, Asherah poles, sacred stones, obelisks, central place of worship, repetition of commands, no blood, don't be curious, appeal of idolatry, don't add to or subtract from God's commands, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Deuteronomy Chapter Eleven, the privilege of being an eyewitness, a blessing or a curse
Deuteronomy Chapter Eleven, the privilege of being an eyewitness, a blessing or a curse, providential care promised, conditional covenant, teach your children, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Deuteronomy Chapter Ten, what does God expect? election not partiality, equality vs. equity
Deuteronomy Chapter Ten, replacement tablets, what does God expect? election not partiality, be kind and merciful, equality vs. equity, they are the proof that God keeps His promises, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Deuteronomy Chapter Nine, giants ahead! don't be afraid or proud, don't forget your rebellion and failure
Deuteronomy Chapter Nine, giants ahead! don't be afraid, it's not you, it's Him, dogs and cats, don't be proud, don't forget your rebellion and failure, stiff-necked, Moses' intercession, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Deuteronomy Chapter Eight, look back and recall God's faithfulness, look forward to blessing but don't forget the source
Deuteronomy Chapter Eight, look back and recall God's faithfulness, look forward to blessing but don't forget the source, pride is the root of forgetfulness, consequences of disobedience, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Deuteronomy Chapter Seven (RESEND), genocide, no intermarriage with pagans, destroy altars, election, covenant of love
Deuteronomy Chapter Seven (RESEND), genocide, no intermarriage with pagans, destroy altars, Asherah, stone altars, election, covenant of love, faith over fear, blessings of obedience, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Deuteronomy Chapter Six, the Shema, monotheism, whole-hearted devotion, teach your children
Deuteronomy Chapter Six, blessing for obedience, the Shema, monotheism, whole-hearted devotion, commanded to love God, teach your children, don't forget, don't disobey or test God, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Deuteronomy Chapter Five, the Ten Commandments
Deuteronomy Chapter Five, the Ten Commandments, covenant, purpose, fear a proper response, benefits of obedience, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Summary of the Book of Genesis, from creation to a coffin in Egypt
Summary of the Book of Genesis, from creation to a coffin in Egypt, patriarchs, table of nations to focus of one family, foundational, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Genesis Chapter 50, conclusion of Joseph's story, Israel's funeral in Canaan, fear, reassurance, forgiveness, Joseph's faith-filled deathbed instructions
Genesis Chapter 50, conclusion of Joseph's story, Israel's funeral in Canaan, embalmed, mourning of Egyptians, conscience, fear, reassurance, forgiveness, provision, Joseph's faith-filled deathbed instructions, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Genesis Chapter Forty-nine, Jacob's deathbed blessing, 12 sons of Israel, final instructions for burial
Genesis Chapter Forty-nine, Jacob's deathbed blessing, 12 sons of Israel, final instructions for burial, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Genesis Chapter Forty-eight, how to die well, Joseph's son's adopted and blessed by Israel
Genesis Chapter Forty-eight, how to die well, hall of faith, covenant blessings remembered, Joseph's son's adopted by Israel, death of Rachel recalled, the blessing, the protest, an extra gift, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Genesis Chapter Forty-seven, Israel before Pharaoh, financial collapse, bartering system, indentured servants
Genesis Chapter Forty-seven, Israel and sons before Pharaoh, respectful, blessing, promotion, financial collapse, bartering system, indentured servants, tax, savior of the world, preparing to die, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Genesis Chapter Forty-six, Jacob's fears, God's reassurance, 70 children of Israel
Genesis Chapter Forty-six, Jacob's fears, God's reassurance, 430 years in Egypt, 70 children of Israel, preparation to meet Pharaoh, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Genesis Chapter Forty-five, climax of Joseph narrative, true identity revealed
Genesis Chapter Forty-five, climax of Joseph narrative, true identity revealed, comfort, sovereignty, get going, Pharaoh's instructions, get along, Jacob given the news, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Genesis Chapter Forty-four, almost a clean getaway, framed for theft, Judah's appeal to be a substitute
Genesis Chapter Forty-four, almost a clean getaway, framed for theft, the test of abandonment, guilty consciences, Judah's appeal to be a substitute, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Genesis Chapter Forty-three, Judah's offer of surety, 2nd trip to Egypt with Benjamin, test of favoritism
Genesis Chapter Forty-three, Judah's offer of surety, 2nd trip to Egypt with Benjamin, gifts, appeal, dream fulfilled, emotions, test of favoritism, character arc, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Genesis Chapter Forty-two, Jacob's sons go to Egypt for grain, test of false accusation, imprisonment, abandonment
Genesis Chapter Forty-two, Jacob's sons go to Egypt for grain, first glimpses, test of false accusation, test of imprisonment, test of abandonment, consciences pricked, Joseph emotional, money returned, report to Jacob, Reuben's appeal, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Genesis Chapter Forty-one, Pharaoh's troubling dream, from prison to palace
Genesis Chapter Forty-one, Pharaoh's troubling dream, from prison to palace, Joseph, interpretation, promotion, marriage, Asenath, sons, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Genesis Chapter Forty, Joseph, Chief Butler, Chief Baker, disturbing dreams
Genesis Chapter Forty, new prisoners with Joseph, Chief Butler, Chief Baker, disturbing dreams, interpretation, appeal, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Genesis Chapter Thirty-nine, Joseph propositioned by Potiphar's wife, framed, imprisoned
Genesis Chapter Thirty-nine, Joseph flourishes, Joseph propositioned by Potiphar's wife, conduct compared with Judah, framed, imprisoned, flourishes in prison, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Genesis Chapter Thirty-eight, 21 year period, Judah, Tamar, injustice, prostitution
Genesis Chapter Thirty-eight, 21 year period, Judah, Tamar, Er, Onan, Shelah, widow, injustice, prostitution, incest, vindication, twins, sovereignty, contrast with Joseph, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Genesis Chapter Thirty-seven, best loved short story, Joseph and his brothers
Genesis Chapter Thirty-seven, best loved short story, Joseph and his brothers, favoritism, coat, dreams of greatness, conspiracy, murder, slavery, profit, Judah, cover-up, Reuben, deceit, grief, sovereignty, Potiphar, Egypt, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Genesis Chapter Thirty-six, Esau's family line, Edom, enemies of Israel, God of all nations, sovereignty
Genesis Chapter Thirty-six, Esau's family line, Edom, enemies of Israel, Amalekites, God of all nations, sovereignty, worldwide gospel, Abraham, Jacob, certainty of death, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Genesis Chapter Thirty-five, return to Bethel, reaffirmation of covenant, Benjamin, birth and death, Reuben's adultery, 12 sons of Israel
Genesis Chapter Thirty-five, Jacob and family return to Bethel, supernatural fear, idolatry, reaffirmation of covenant, altar, birth of Benjamin, death of Rachel, nurse Deborah, and Isaac, Reuben's adultery, Jacob's inaction, 12 sons of Israel, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
Genesis Chapter Thirty-four, the rape of Dinah, Jacob's inaction, deceit, overkill, revenge
Genesis Chapter Thirty-four, the rape of Dinah, Jacob's inaction, arranged marriage, sons of schemer scheme, deceit, misuse of circumcision, overkill, murder, plunder, revenge, fear of retaliation, Scarlet Threads, Jesus Christ
