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How far will God go to reach runaway Jonah? And what will the consequences of his disobedience be? In this study, we’ll find out as God sends a storm to turn him around.

Transcribed - Published: 30 May 2025

Jonah went west when God told him to go east. What happens next? Follow along as we learn that God is with us—even in the most difficult of circumstances.

Transcribed - Published: 29 May 2025

Dr. J. Vernon McGee says that in only four short chapters, the book of Jonah deals with six significant subjects: Jesus’ resurrection and salvation (not by works); God’s purposes, faithfulness, goodness, and grace. He is the God of the Gentiles!

Transcribed - Published: 28 May 2025

Is it really true? Dr. J. Vernon McGee answers this important question, as we explore the historical authenticity and spiritual value of this highly criticized Old Testament book.

Transcribed - Published: 27 May 2025

Should Christians be involved in politics? This is just one of the important topics our teacher, Dr. J. Vernon McGee, talks about as he wraps up the story of Edom’s judgment with good news for us all.

Transcribed - Published: 26 May 2025

Edom certainly was prideful! But even though Edom ceased to exist long ago, its message for us today is certainly clear. In this study, Dr. J. Vernon McGee warns us about the pride that can creep into our society, our churches, our homes, and of course within ourselves.

Transcribed - Published: 23 May 2025

What are the dangers of pride and godless living? Edom is a terrific example. Find out how God reacts when men try to overthrow God and become deity themselves.

Transcribed - Published: 22 May 2025

When Esau despised his birthright, he declared he didn’t care about God at all. Some 1200 years later, when his descendants had become a great people, they followed in his steps—declaring their ability to live without God, thinking they were perfectly secure without Him. Find out how God deals with this type of arrogance in the very unusual prophecy of Obadiah.

Transcribed - Published: 21 May 2025

“A small book that packs a big punch.” That’s how Dr. J. Vernon McGee describes Obadiah, the shortest book in the Old Testament. In this first study, we’ll learn more about the prophet and the important message he had for Edom.

Transcribed - Published: 20 May 2025

“You can’t keep God from loving you, but you can put up an umbrella of indifference and sin and rebellion. Then you won’t experience it, but He still loves you.” That’s what our teacher, Dr. J. Vernon McGee, has to say about the great news that there is nothing that can separate you from the love of God. Hear more in this conclusion to our study of Second Peter.

Transcribed - Published: 19 May 2025

“Our time left on earth is limited” is the important message our teacher, Dr. J. Vernon McGee, has for us in this study of the world that was, the world that is, and ultimately the world that will be after God’s judgment.

Transcribed - Published: 16 May 2025

Ominous. That’s the word that sums up this study. Dr. J. Vernon McGee gives us a front row seat to what he calls a very frightful apostasy that is coming in the world today, an apostasy in which men and women will turn away from the Word of God and become like animals.

Transcribed - Published: 15 May 2025

Can people really change? That’s the tough question Dr. J. Vernon McGee asks in this lesson. The apostle explains it is better for someone to not have known the way of righteousness than, having known it, to then turn from the gospel.

Transcribed - Published: 14 May 2025

There’s never been a shortage of people who want to make a buck off of spiritual things. Discover where that dangerous path leads as we return to the Old Testament story of Balaam in the book of Numbers. Like every other religious racketeer, Balaam loved money and he would do anything to get it. Join us for more insight from the Word of God on how to navigate life and avoid the pitfalls of corruption.

Transcribed - Published: 13 May 2025

How does a godly man live in an ungodly world? Travel back to the Old Testament as Peter looks at the lives of two godly men who lived in extremely wicked times. The first is Noah— who listened to God during extraordinary circumstances—and the second is Lot, whose testimony reflects a great struggle in living a godly life.

Transcribed - Published: 12 May 2025

“Plastic teachers with plastic words.” That’s what Dr. J. Vernon McGee warns us about in our continuing study of 2 Peter as we’re advised to avoid deception and are reminded that in the flesh, you and I have no good within us.

Transcribed - Published: 9 May 2025

“But there were false prophets also among the people, even as there shall be false teachers among you.” In this fascinating lesson, Dr. McGee helps us understand how we can quickly identify a false teacher and recognize their deceptive strategies.

Transcribed - Published: 8 May 2025

“The Word of God is not only divine, it is human—like the Lord Jesus who was both God and man. It deals with human life, yet it is God speaking to men and women in a language they can understand.” That’s some of the great truth we hear from our teacher, Dr. J. Vernon McGee. Get more of Peter’s advice to “Jewish Christians” in his day, and see how his words also apply to us today.

Transcribed - Published: 7 May 2025

If you knew you were going to die tomorrow, what would you say to those you love? Would you have any advice or final thoughts that you’d want to share? Dr. McGee calls 2 Peter 1 “the swan song of Simon Peter” because it was written shortly before his execution and gives us great insight into living the Christian life.

Transcribed - Published: 6 May 2025

Living the Christian life isn’t easy. If you need some help and hope, Dr. J. Vernon McGee gives us encouragement and direction for living the Christian life straight from God’s Word.

Transcribed - Published: 5 May 2025

There is something beyond salvation is the important message our teacher, Dr. J. Vernon McGee, shares in this study. Learn that there is much more to the Christian life than merely being saved.

Transcribed - Published: 2 May 2025

The Apostle Peter shares secrets of life and Christian living, including how to have peace with God, how to know God, how to escape the pollution of the world, and how to have everything we need for life and godliness.

Transcribed - Published: 1 May 2025

Is the Apostle Peter the true author of 2 Peter? Why is 2 Peter so different from 1 Peter? What are the similarities between 2 Peter and 2 Timothy? Our teacher, Dr. J. Vernon McGee, answers these questions and more in this introduction to the New Testament book of 2 Peter.

Transcribed - Published: 30 April 2025

Is it really the end of Israel’s Northern Kingdom? Or does God have more in store for them? Dr. McGee tells us more about God’s unending love for Israel and His plan for them as a united kingdom in the future.

Transcribed - Published: 29 April 2025

God does not forget our deeds, whether good or evil. A dark day in Israel warns us that a famine of the Word of God can happen to any nation that rejects His Word and that, as part of their judgment, ten tribes shall never return to the Northern Kingdom after their captivity.

Transcribed - Published: 28 April 2025

Judgment comes upon King Amaziah for trying to stop Amos from prophesying. Dr. McGee explains Amos’ vision of the summer fruit and tells us more about the pending judgment of the Northern Kingdom.

Transcribed - Published: 25 April 2025

The Israelites continue their pursuit of pleasure as Amos calls them to repentance, even as King Amaziah tries to stop him. Explore his three visions, which show the love of God for Israel as well as the judgment that is soon to come.

Transcribed - Published: 24 April 2025

What were the sins of Israel that kept them from turning to God? The list may surprise you: illicit sex, gluttony, improper music, and drunkenness. Sound familiar? Dr. J. Vernon McGee tells us that Amos’ words of warning to the Israelites so long ago are important to us as a nation today.

Transcribed - Published: 23 April 2025

You may have heard about The Day of Lord, but what is it? And when will it happen? Learn more about this important event, and what will happen to Israel as it dawns.

Transcribed - Published: 22 April 2025

"Judgment is coming. That’s the message the prophet Amos has been sent to deliver to Israel. But so far, they refuse to turn from their wicked living. Even so, he continues to call for repentance saying, Seek the Lord and live! Dr. J. Vernon McGee says the warning and invitation from God is for each of us as well.

Transcribed - Published: 21 April 2025

As the prophet Amos continues to warn of God’s impending judgment, Bethel and Gilgal paid no attention and perish. Dr. McGee reminds us that, like Israel, we all must be prepared to meet God someday, and in His mercy, the invitation to forsake our idol worship and return to Him remains open.

Transcribed - Published: 18 April 2025

Turn from sin; judgment is coming! That’s the message the prophet Amos was sent to tell Israel. Amos’ message was anything but subtle, in fact he even used biting sarcasm, reminding people of the famine, droughts, locusts, and warfare that came before.

Transcribed - Published: 17 April 2025

God always warns His people before judging them. That’s the message we’ll hear from Dr. J. Vernon McGee as we’re reminded of examples from the days of Noah, Abraham, Joseph, Elijah, and even Jesus’ warning of Jerusalem’s own destruction.

Transcribed - Published: 16 April 2025

Greater privilege means greater responsibility. That’s what we hear in this study in Amos, as he continues to build the case against Israel and reminds them of their privilege when Abraham was called from the apostasy of the Tower of Babel.

Transcribed - Published: 15 April 2025

The voice of God is not being heard in this land, says Dr. J. Vernon McGee in this study. That’s also the word Amos had for the Israelites in his day. Learn more about God’s case against Israel and the harsh judgment He has in store for all those who turn their backs on Him.

Transcribed - Published: 14 April 2025

In this study, we see how Amos overruled all celebrity order in his day and spoke the truth directly to those who needed to hear itincluding about judgments against Moab, Judah, and Israel.

Transcribed - Published: 11 April 2025

The message of God’s judgment continues as Amos shares the charges against Philistia, Phoenicia, Edom, and Ammon.

Transcribed - Published: 10 April 2025

Amos was a man called by God to point out people’s sin. Tough job, right? Especially for an outsider, a country boy in a big city. But Amos didn’t falter; he faithfully foretold of the judgment and justice God has in store in Israel and all the nations surrounding her, beginning with Syria.

Transcribed - Published: 9 April 2025

The story of Amos is that of a country preacher sent to the big city of his time with a message for the king and high society! Although Amos may have been nave, he had a message from God and gave it fearlessly and faithfully. But will the people listen? And how will God respond?

Transcribed - Published: 8 April 2025

There are some words Christians use all the time, but do we really know what they mean? Take the word glory, for instance. It’s used more than 350 times in the Bibleand almost always about God. In our final study in the New Testament book of 1 Peter, Dr. J. Vernon McGee explains what the word glory really means, and it’s sure to make your worship of God even more meaningful.

Transcribed - Published: 7 April 2025

Is it possible to find joy in our suffering? This important message by Dr. J. Vernon McGee speaks to the heart of every believer, especially those who are in the midst of fiery trials.

Transcribed - Published: 4 April 2025

Are you ready for a new direction in life? Do you want to be free from the sins that are dragging you down? Dr. J. Vernon McGee continues our study of suffering and encourages us to use the gifts God has given us for His glory.

Transcribed - Published: 3 April 2025

You can’t live in sin and have fellowship with God. That’s the hard truth we hear from our teacher, Dr. J. Vernon McGee, today. 1 Peter 4 reminds us that life is short, time is fleeting, and judgment is a reality we all will face before very long.

Transcribed - Published: 2 April 2025

There is no lasting happiness or peace in this life apart from a relationship with Jesus Christ, Dr. McGee shares in today’s study full of practical and wise advice from Peter about living a life that’s pleasing to God.

Transcribed - Published: 1 April 2025

Did you know there is a three-fold cord binding a Spirit-filled marriage? And what does God expect from a Christian who is married to someone who is unsaved? The answer might surprise you. Marriage is our subject in this study of 1 Peter 3.

Transcribed - Published: 31 March 2025

A godly life speaks louder than any message from the pulpit is the encouragement we receive from Dr. J. Vernon McGee today. This study from 1 Peter gives us practical help in living the Christian life and teaches us what it takes to be a living witness to the grace of God.

Transcribed - Published: 28 March 2025

Does my life reflect the glorious, wonderful gospel? Do people observe my good works and glorify God? These are some of the important questions Dr. J. Vernon McGee says we should be asking. In this study, we examine our hearts and are reminded that every believer in the Lord Jesus Christ is a priest.

Transcribed - Published: 27 March 2025

The apostle Paul wrote to young Timothy that bodily exercise profits a little, but godliness is profitable for all things. In this study we learn Peter also had some counsel on this subject.

Transcribed - Published: 26 March 2025

When gold is refined, the first step is melting it so it becomes pure. In our continuing study of 1 Peter, we’re reminded that every trial we face is good and allowed by God for a similar processone that refines us and purifies our hearts.

Transcribed - Published: 25 March 2025

We’re living in an amazing timein the valley between two mountain peaks, as Dr. McGee describes it. One peak represents the suffering of Jesus Christ, which is past, and the other peak is the glory of Jesus Christ, which is yet in the future. Find out why this time is so special, and how the Holy Spirit is central to our lives.

Transcribed - Published: 24 March 2025