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Learn the Bible. Pick your Speed. Sprint, Run, Jog, or Walk through the Bible chronologically (see listener guide below)! No prior knowledge needed. *New Episodes* Monday through Friday. **Listener Guide** SPRINT = For those with little to no prior knowledge of the Bible. RUN = For everyone who needs a quick overview of the Unified Bible Story. JOG = A layer deeper for finishers of the Run. WALK = A cinematic walk-through of the Bible (parental advisory on select episodes). Want to go even d ...
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PRISM Bible

Bible Literacy Foundation

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Welcome to the PRISM Bible Podcast, where we invite you to embark on a transformative journey through the pages of the Bible. In this podcast, we will take you on a captivating exploration of the Bible's life-changing story, starting with Level 1: Basics, moving to Level 2: Deeper, and ultimately diving into Level 3: The Whole Story. This will guide you through the Bible in a year (3 times, actually), adding more detail with each subsequent level. But that's not all - we also have an incredi ...
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Biblical Foundations

Christopher W Martin

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We welcome you to the Biblical Foundations Bible Study. A Houston Bible Study taught by Chris Martin over the course of multi-week sessions, this Bible Study seeks to advance the Kingdom of God through both fellowship and demonstrating the importance of biblical literacy. "...If the foundations are destroyed, What can the righteous do?” Psalm 11:3 NASB
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Feedback? Send us a text! Read along with the story. Today we're reading 1 Samuel 29 - 2 Samuel 1. The army of the Philistines approaches Saul's camp at Mount Gilboa while David returns to Ziklag. Soon however, David faces the Amalekites in battle while the Philistines attack Israel. Thank you to our generous patrons who makes this show possible. T…
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Feedback? Send us a text! David spares Saul's life again and flees to the Philistines to escape Saul's further attempts on his life. The Philistine King Achish gains confidence with David at his side and launches an offensive against Israel. Saul fears the Philistine force that has come against Israel and he seeks a witch for help. Read along with …
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In this episode, we delve into the transformation of Judah and his selfless plea to the Egyptian prime minister, Joseph. Unaware of Joseph's true identity, Judah offers himself as a slave to spare his brother Benjamin, demonstrating his transformation from a self-serving individual to a man for others. This pivotal moment leads Joseph, overwhelmed …
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Feedback? Send us a text! Saul's rage spills over as he takes it out on the town of Nob, but soon at Engedi, David has a chance to have his vengeance on Saul. Read along with the story. Today we're reading 1 Samuel 22-24. Thank you to our generous patrons who makes this show possible. The Bible Brief is listener-supported and brought to you by the …
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Feedback? Send us a text! David flees from Saul, visiting the town of Nod before leaving Israel for the Land of the Philistines. Soon, however, he finds a resting place at the Cave of Adullam. Read along with the story. Today we're reading 1 Samuel 20-21. Thank you to our generous patrons who makes this show possible. The Bible Brief is listener-su…
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In this episode, we explore the intricate story of Joseph. From being a favorite son to a slave and then a prisoner. Despite his hardships, God remains with him, empowering him to interpret dreams. This dream interpretations gives him an audience with Pharoah, to whom Joseph gives grave news. Download the App iPhone: App Store Link Android: Play St…
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In this episode, we explore the story of Joseph in Egypt. Despite being enslaved and falsely accused, Joseph remains faithful and thrives due to God's presence. Though being falsely accused of assault by Potiphar’s wife, Joseph remains faithful even as he is thrown in prison. God has a greater plan at work, through even these trials of Joseph. Down…
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Feedback? Send us a text! Saul's jealousy of David makes him seek David's life, but God protects David though his friend Jonathan, his wife Michal, and the prophet Samuel. Read along with the story. Today we're reading 1 Samuel 18-19. Thank you to our generous patrons who makes this show possible. The Bible Brief is listener-supported and brought t…
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Feedback? Send us a text! The giant Goliath defies the army of Israel inspiring fear in the camp, but the young shepherd from Israel hears of it and goes to meet him in battle - not with sword or spear, but in the name of Yahweh! Read along with the story. Today we're reading 1 Samuel 17. Thank you to our generous patrons who makes this show possib…
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PARENTAL ADVISORY. Review before listening with children. In this episode, we delve into the story of Judah and Tamar. We explore Judah's unrighteous actions, from selling his brother Joseph into slavery to his relationship with Tamar. We learn the significance of the Levirate marriage custom and the consequence of Judah's unrighteous actions leadi…
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In this episode, we delve into the betrayal of Joseph by his brothers, driven by jealousy and resentment. Joseph's dreams of his family bowing to him fuel their ire, leading to a plot to kill him. Reuben, the eldest, suggests they spare his life and throw him into a pit instead, while Judah sees an opportunity to profit from the situation by sellin…
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Feedback? Send us a text! Samuel anoints the young shepherd David as the next king of Israel. David enters the service of Saul as a musician. God shows that he looks not upon the outward appearance, but at the heart. Read along with the story. Today we're reading 1 Samuel 16. Thank you to our generous patrons who makes this show possible. The Bible…
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This episode explores the story of Jacob's sons, focusing on the violent response of Simeon and Levi to the assault on their sister Dinah. The episode also covers the birth of Benjamin and the death of Rachel, Jacob's beloved wife. The narrative then shifts to the sexual sin committed by Reuben, Jacob's firstborn son. Download the App iPhone: App S…
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Feedback? Send us a text! Yahweh commands Saul to decimate the Amalekites. Saul, however, disobeys and leaves livestock and their king, Agag, alive. Samuel rebukes Saul and says "obedience is better than sacrifice". Read along with the story. Today we're reading 1 Samuel 15. Thank you to our generous patrons who makes this show possible. The Bible …
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In this episode, we delve into the biblical story of Jacob, focusing on his struggle with God and man. We explore how Jacob's fear of his brother Esau led to a transformative encounter where he wrestled with God and received a new name - Israel. We discuss how God's plan worked through Jacob's will, and how God's promises are fulfilled despite our …
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Feedback? Send us a text! The Philistines oppress Israel, and Saul calls Israel to fight against them. However, Saul doesn't wait for Samuel before the battle as commanded. Saul's disobedience comes at great cost. Saul's son Jonathan is used by Yahweh to deliver the nation from the Philistines. Read along with the story. Today we're reading 1 Samue…
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In this episode, we explore the complex lives of Jacob, Leah, and Rachel in the land of Haran. Jacob, deceived by his uncle Laban, ends up marrying Leah before his beloved Rachel. After his marriages to both of Laban’s daughters, the sisters have a rivalry as they strive to secure Jacob's love through childbearing. We delve into the struggle, decei…
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Feedback? Send us a text! Saul goes to battle at Jabesh-Gilead, before Samuel delivers his final speech to the nation. A speech encouraging them to be faithful to Yahweh and warning them of the consequences of disobedience. Read along with the story. Today we're reading 1 Samuel 11-12. Thank you to our generous patrons who makes this show possible.…
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Feedback? Send us a text! Samuel anoints the first king of Israel. Saul, a tall, handsome man from the tribe of Benjamin rises to assume the throne before the nation. But not before trying to hide first! Read along with the story. Today we're reading 1 Samuel 9-10. Thank you to our generous patrons who makes this show possible. The Bible Brief is l…
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In this episode of Prism Bible, we explore the story of Jacob and his journey from Canaan to Haran, fleeing from the rage of Esau. Jacob soon travels to his extended family to find a wife after being blessed by his father Isaac. He experiences a vision of God at Bethel, confirming the Abrahamic Covenant. Jacob falls in love with Rachel but is decei…
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Feedback? Send us a text! The Philistines are plagued in every city where they take the ark. Israel and the Philistines meet in battle again, before the people demand the Samuel give them a king like the other nations. Read along with the story. Today we're reading 1 Samuel 5-8. Thank you to our generous patrons who makes this show possible. The Bi…
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In this episode, we dive into the biblical story of Jacob and Esau, twin sons of Isaac and Rebekah. We explore God's choice of the younger Jacob over the firstborn Esau, and the significant generational effects this choice has. We trace the narrative of how Jacob, through cunning and deceit, first trades a bowl of stew for Esau's birthright and the…
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Feedback? Send us a text! Samuel is raised up by God as a prophet in Israel. Meanwhile, the priest Eli and his sons show that they are not the kind of leaders that God esteems. The ark of the covenant is stolen by the Philistines. Read along with the story. Today we're reading 1 Samuel 3-4. Thank you to our generous patrons who makes this show poss…
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In this episode, we delve deep into the concept of priesthood in the Bible, understanding the priesthood of Melchizedek as a forerunner for Jesus, our eternal "great high priest." We explore how through Jesus, we have our perfect go-between who represents us before God and God to us. We also discuss the idea of 'righteousness' and 'imputation', emp…
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Feedback? Send us a text! Barren Hannah prays for a child as Eli the priest looks on. Yahweh grants her request, and Hannah prays a prophetic prayer. Read along with the story. Today we're reading 1 Samuel 1-2. Thank you to our generous patrons who makes this show possible. The Bible Brief is listener-supported and brought to you by the Bible Liter…
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In this episode, we explore the life of Abraham, a significant figure in the Bible known for his deep faith. We dive into events from his calling by God, his journey to the land of Canaan, his trials and triumphs, his meeting with Melchizedek, the birth of his sons, and his ultimate test of faith in being asked to sacrifice Isaac. We also discuss t…
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Feedback? Send us a text! Read along with the story. Today we're reviewing the Books of Judges & Ruth. The judges cycle begins as the people of Israel rebel against God. They worship the Baals and Asherah, they marry foreign women, and they disobey God's Law. The nation is in a bad state. However, even in this dark period, God works to fulfill his …
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In this episode, we follow the story of Isaac, son of Abraham, as he inherits the promises made by God. The narrative takes us from the search for Isaac's wife, Rebekah, to the death of Abraham. We witness the faith of Abraham's servant, the immediate obedience of Rebekah, and the successful fulfilment of the servant's mission. The covenant will co…
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In this episode, we explore Abraham's unwavering faith as he prepares to sacrifice his son, Isaac, in Moriah. We'll reflect on the profound test of faith Abraham undergoes. We discuss how Abraham's obedience results in the reaffirmation of God's covenant, promising numerous descendants who will inherit the Land of Canaan. We also touch upon the dea…
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Feedback? Send us a text! Moses is dead and Joshua leads the nation into the Land of Canaan to conquer the territory promised to their forefathers long ago. The nation finds success as God is its strength. Read along with the story. Today we're reviewing the Book of Joshua. Thank you to our generous patrons who makes this show possible. The Bible B…
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In this episode of Prism Bible, we explore Genesis 20-22, focusing on the trials of Abraham and the birth of Isaac. We discuss Abraham's deception of Abimelech and God's continued protection of him. We celebrate the joyous birth of Isaac, the promised son, and the subsequent tension with Hagar and Ishmael which leads to their expulsion. The episode…
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Feedback? Send us a text! Naomi launches a plan to help her daughter-in-law, Ruth, achieve rest and security. A plan involving a midnight proposal and the redemption of Land. Naomi ends up with a "son". Boaz ends up with a great lineage. Read along with the story. Today we're reading Ruth 3-4. Thank you to our generous patrons who makes this show p…
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In this episode, we delve into Genesis 18 and 19, exploring the story of Sodom's destruction. We discuss God's judgement and mercy as shown through His interactions with Abraham and Lot. We examine the significance of Abraham's negotiation with God, the wickedness of Sodom, and the salvation of Lot. We also explore how God's actions in these chapte…
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Feedback? Send us a text! Naomi leaves the Land of Canaan for the foreign country of Moab with her husband and two sons. Yet a decade later her husband and sons are dead, with only her daughters-in-law to comfort her. Naomi decides to return to Canaan and her daughter-in-law Ruth joins her. Ruth meets Boaz. Read along with the story. Today we're re…
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In this episode, we explore the story of Abraham, Sarai, and Hagar from Genesis 16 and 17. We delve into the implications of Sarai's suggestion to Abraham to father a child with Hagar, the resulting tension within the household, and the birth of Ishmael. We reflect on the 13 years of silence before God gives Abraham a new name and reaffirms his cov…
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Feedback? Send us a text! Parental Advisory. Screen this episode before listening with children. The town of Gibeah commits a heinous sin, before their victim suffers violence even after death. Soon the tribe of Benjamin is decimated. Israel is looking more and more like the Canaanites they were supposed to conquer. Read along with the story. Today…
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In this episode, we delve into the Abrahamic Covenant, a pivotal moment in the Bible where God formalizes his promises to Abram. God reassures Abram of his future descendants and the land they will possess. God's faithfulness is underscored with an ancient covenant ceremony, emphasizing the certainty of his promises. This episode highlights the imp…
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Feedback? Send us a text! A man name Micah hires a Levite to be his household priest, before a cowardly tribe in Israel abandons their land allotment for a different territory. The story culminates with the great reveal of the Levite's name. Read along with the story. Today we're reading Judges 17-18. Thank you to our generous patrons who makes thi…
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In this episode, we explore the story of Abram's victorious battle against four kings to rescue his nephew Lot. We meet the priest Melchizedek, King of Salem, and we discuss how Abram's faith in God is demonstrated through his actions, refusing the spoils of war offered by the King of Sodom and instead giving a tenth of everything to Melchizedek, a…
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Feedback? Send us a text! Samson has been judging Israel since his triumph over 1,000 Philistines with the jawbone of a donkey. Yet, his downfall arrives when he looks upon Delilah, another Philistine woman. Samson's lusts defeat him. Read along with the story. Today we're reading Judges 16. Thank you to our generous patrons who makes this show pos…
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In this episode, we dive into the story of Abram's return to the Land of Canaan, rich but childless. We explore his potential conflict with Lot over the land, Lot's choice to settle near the wicked city of Sodom, and God's reiterated promise to Abram. The narrative then shifts to a regional war involving nine kings, resulting in Lot's capture. Upon…
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Feedback? Send us a text! Samson is born to his previously barren mother as a Nazarite set apart to the Lord. Yet he soon shows his flippancy toward his vow and the Law of Moses. Despite all this, God uses Samson to begin his defeat of the Philistines. Read along with the story. Today we're reading Judges 13-15. Thank you to our generous patrons wh…
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Feedback? Send us a text! God raises up the deliverer Gideon to save his people from the Midianite raiders. In the process of battle, God shows that numbers don't matter...only God's presence does. Read along with the story. Today we're reading Judges 6-8. Thank you to our generous patrons who makes this show possible. The Bible Brief is listener-s…
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In this episode, we explore the pivotal biblical story of Abram's calling. God calls Abram to leave his homeland and promises him three things: land, many descendants, and blessing to all nations through him. Despite difficulties and doubts, Abram shows faith in God's promises and obediently follows Him. We delve into the significance of these prom…
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Feedback? Send us a text! The cycle of the judges begins with Othniel, Ehud, and Deborah. But it's with Deborah and Barak that we see an amazing defeat of Canaanite chariots before their commander Sisera has his head crushed. Read along with the story. Today we're reading Judges 4-5. Thank you to our generous patrons who makes this show possible. T…
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Feedback? Send us a text! After Joshua's death, the people of Israel disobey God as the attempt to continue conquering the Land of Canaan. Soon they fall into Baal worship and God consigns them to defeat. Yet, in the midst of their distress, God mercifully provides Judges to save the nation from its enemies. Read along with the story. Today we're r…
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We explore the connections between Jesus Christ and two of the first people in the Bible, Abel and Adam. We discover the contrasts in their lives, deaths, and legacies to understand Jesus' unique role. The episode discusses the symbolic cry of Abel's blood for justice, and how Jesus' sacrifice on the cross speaks a more powerful word: 'Justice'. We…
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Feedback? Send us a text! Today we're reviewing the major promises and covenants of the Bible story to help us keep the story in mind as we continue our walk-through. We review the Promise of the Seed, The Abrahamic Covenant, and the Sinai Covenant. Thank you to our generous patrons who makes this show possible. The Bible Brief is listener-supporte…
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