Bible Book Club

By Susan Merrill & Heather Rubio

The Bible. It’s been the #1 book sold since the day it was written, but have you read it? And if you read it, did you understand it? In the Bible Book Club podcast, we read every word of the Bible

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Number 1: Psalm 100-106: As Far As the East Is from the West
Have you ever struggled to transition from the noise and distraction of daily life into a quiet, sacred space with God? With Psalms 100-106, discover how stepping through symbolic gates with praise can shift your focus away from life's anxieties and straight into God's heart. It’s a powerful reminder that God’s eternal throne gives us a steady place to anchor our hearts. As we wrap up Book 4 of Psalms, we get practical leadership lessons from David’s early reign and explore what it looks like to live with undivided integrity, our souls anchored in God’s enduring love when life feels completely overwhelming. In our Psalm 100-106 Bible study, we cover:[3:02] Entering the Gates: How shifting our focus to gratitude and praise moves us out of everyday noise and into God's presence.[6:27] Leading with Integrity: What King David’s means by a “blameless heart” and how we can pursue it.[10:05] Suffering and Faith: How Psalm 102 transforms deep personal affliction into unshakable trust in an eternal God.[12:38] Understanding Diptychs: Why Psalms 103/104 and 105/106 are paired together like matching pieces of art.[23:26] As Far as the East is from the West: Why Jesus fulfilling the law transforms a conditional covenant into unconditional forgiveness.[26:05] The Creation Light: How Psalm 104 serves as a bridge connecting the light of Genesis 1 to the light of Christ in John 1.[37:16] Two Sides of History: How Psalms 105 and 106 tell the exact same story through two completely different lenses: God's ultimate faithfulness and Israel's failure. Psalms Show NotesPsalms RoadmapPsalms Prayer ListPsalms Playlist - Listen on Apple MusicPsalms Playlist - Listen on SpotifyPhil Wickham - Psalm 8 (Hallé) [Official Music Video]ACTS Prayer GuideFeasts and FestivalsScene from The Chosen Group Discussion Questions for Psalms 100-106[3:02] In Psalm 100, we learn about entering God’s gates with thanksgiving as a way to transition out of the noise and distractions of daily life. What is one distraction that consistently pulls your focus away from God, and what is one small routine that helps you reset your heart and enter God’s presence with reverence and thanksgiving?[10:23] Psalm 102 shows how an afflicted person turns their distress toward God's eternal promises. When you are going through a heavy or uncertain season, do you tend to pull away from God or draw closer to Him? What helps you hold onto faith during those times?[38:31] Psalms 105 and 106 remind us that remembering God's past goodness helps build present faith. Looking back on your life journey, what is one specific story or moment where God proved His faithfulness to you in a way you'll never forget? Contact Bible Book Club! Social: Instagram or Facebook Website: Bible Book Club Review Us: Apple Podcast or Spotify Join the Fun: DONATE or Buy merch This episode is part of our ongoing Bible Book Club series, starting with Genesis and journeying all the way through the Bible. Thanks for listening!
September 07, 202642min
Number 2: Psalms 90-99 Teach Us to Number Our Days
What does “teach us to number our days” really mean? In today’s Psalms Bible study, we have left the dark valley of Psalms Book 3 behind with its ruined sanctuary and promises that feel broken. In Book 4, Psalms 90-99 take us down the wilderness road, reminding us that God has always been our true home, long before any building existed. In this episode, we explore what it actually means to count our limited time on earth so we can live with real intention. As we trace the oldest song in the Bible back to Moses, we see how God holds us even when our entire world feels displaced. In our Psalms 90-99 Bible study, we cover:[8:36] Numbering Our Days: Why Moses asks God to teach us to weigh the worth of our fleeting moments so we can gain true wisdom.[13:29] The Noonday Demon: How ancient desert monks fought midday spiritual apathy (acedia) and why modern screen time leaves us vulnerable to the exact same attack.[15:28] Twisted Scripture: Why Satan intentionally omitted "in all your ways" when quoting Psalm 91 to Jesus, and how Jesus shut down the distortion.[24:38] The Lord Reigns: How the "enthronement psalms" pull our attention from failed human kings to an unshakable God who rules over all creation.[32:00] Joy to the World: Why Isaac Watts originally wrote his famous song "Joy to the World" about the Second Coming. Psalms Show NotesPsalms RoadmapPsalms Prayer ListPsalms Playlist - Listen on Apple MusicPsalms Playlist - Listen on SpotifyPhil Wickham - Psalm 8 (Hallé) [Official Music Video]ACTS Prayer GuideFeasts and FestivalsScene from The Chosen Group Discussion Questions for Psalms 90-99[9:21] Moses prayed, "Teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom." If you counted today as one of a limited number of days, what would you do differently?[14:23] In our modern times, the “noonday demon” comes at us not through desert heat but through electronics that pull us away from rest, leaving us tired and vulnerable to spiritual attack. What's one way you can fight the mindless scroll to protect yourself from the dangers of spiritual apathy?[16:04] Satan twisted God's promise of protection in Psalm 91 into an excuse to recklessly test God. In your own life, what is something good that Satan has tried to twist to tempt you? Contact Bible Book Club! Social: Instagram or Facebook Website: Bible Book Club Review Us: Apple Podcast or Spotify Join the Fun: DONATE or Buy merch This episode is part of our ongoing Bible Book Club series, starting with Genesis and journeying all the way through the Bible. Thanks for listening!
August 31, 202638min
Number 3: Psalms 81–89: Better is 1 Day in Your Courts than a 1000 Elsewhere
Has your faith ever felt like it was holding on by a thread? In this final stretch of Book 3 of the Psalms, we unpack what it means to wrestle with unanswered questions, national devastation, and personal heartbreak. Walk with us through the raw, unfiltered prayers of lament and praise in Psalms 81–89. They're a gentle reminder that worship isn't just for the good days. God invites us to bring our honest grief, fear, and "how long, Lord?" directly to Him, especially when our life no longer matches the promises of God. In our Psalms 81–89 Bible study, we cover:[4:57] Psalm 81: How the warning to listen and obey God mirrors Paul's message in Romans about the danger of ignoring what God has made plain.[14:11] Psalm 84: Why the descendants of Korah, whose family history is marked by tragedy and rebellion, would rather stand at the door of God's house than live anywhere else.[23:11] Psalm 87: How the prophecy in Psalm 87 that Israel's fiercest enemies will be welcomed as citizens of Zion sets the stage for Paul’s teachings in Ephesians.[29:15] Psalm 88: Why the only psalm that ends in total darkness with no resolution teaches us about expressing raw, unresolved pain to God.[37:14] Psalm 89: How Psalm 89 boldly confronts the apparent collapse of the Davidic covenant while still holding space for praise in the dark. Psalms Show NotesPsalms RoadmapPsalms Prayer ListPsalms Playlist - Listen on Apple MusicPsalms Playlist - Listen on SpotifyPhil Wickham - Psalm 8 (Hallé) [Official Music Video]ACTS Prayer GuideFeasts and FestivalsScene from The Chosen Group Discussion Questions for Psalms 81-89[15:22] The descendants of Korah were content just serving as doorkeepers, literally holding the door, because being near God was all that mattered to them. What is one small, everyday way you could humbly serve God and celebrate His nearness?[16:54] Psalm 84 mentions passing through the "Valley of Baca" (the valley of weeping) and how God can turn those painful places into springs of spiritual growth. Looking back on a hard season in your life, can you see any ways God used that "valley" to bring growth or comfort later on?[38:14] Book 3 of the Psalms ends on a cliffhanger without a happy resolution, reminding us that sometimes we have to worship even when God’s promises and our current reality don't match. Have you ever longed for answers you might only get when you reach heaven? What gives you comfort in those moments? Contact Bible Book Club! Social: Instagram or Facebook Website: Bible Book Club Review Us: Apple Podcast or Spotify Join the Fun: DONATE or Buy merch This episode is part of our ongoing Bible Book Club series, starting with Genesis and journeying all the way through the Bible. Thanks for listening!
August 24, 202642min
Number 4: Psalms 107-118: His Love Endures Forever
Where is God when you feel completely lost, trapped by past mistakes, or overwhelmed by life's heavy storms? Welcome to Book 5 of the Psalms! We’re moving out of the wilderness and standing on the edge of the Promised Land as we trace the incredible thread of God’s unfailing love through every season of life. If you’ve ever felt trapped by your own choices, faced down a bitter enemy, or needed a reminder that your defender is standing right beside you, this Psalms Bible study is for you. Psalms 107-118 reach straight into our real-life struggles and remind us that no matter how low we feel or how far we’ve wandered, God’s mercy is ready to step in. His love endures forever! In our Psalms 107–118 Bible study, we cover:[7:10] Psalm 107: How God delivers those who are lost, imprisoned, foolish, or caught in life's heaviest storms.[14:33] Psalms 108-109: Why ancient legal settings put the accuser at your exposed right hand, and how God steps in to displace them as your protector.[17:37] Psalm 110: Jesus in the Psalms and how He uses Psalm 110 to show the Pharisees that He is both David’s Lord and a priest forever in the order of Melchizedek.[29:04] Psalms 111-112: What it actually means to fear the Lord (Psalms 111 and 112) and how revering God removes the fear of bad news.[43:24] Psalms 113-118: The rich tradition of Psalms 113–118 and how Jesus likely sang these exact praise songs with His disciples the night before the cross. Psalms Show NotesPsalms RoadmapPsalms Prayer ListPsalms Playlist - Listen on Apple MusicPsalms Playlist - Listen on SpotifyPhil Wickham - Psalm 8 (Hallé) [Official Music Video]ACTS Prayer GuideFeasts and FestivalsScene from The Chosen Group Discussion Questions for Psalms 107–118[7:10] Psalm 107 reminds us that God delivers us in four ways: when we lose our way, are slaves due to rebellion against God, are foolish and become afflicted, and when we lose hope. Do you think this pattern still exists today? If so, does that surprise you?[29:27] Psalms 111 and 112 tell us it’s good to fear the Lord. What does that phrase “fear the Lord” mean to you? Has that understanding changed at all throughout your life?[43:24] Jesus likely sang the Hallel psalms (Psalms 113–118) with His disciples the night before the cross. Does that make you feel closer to Him? Is there anything else in this world, perhaps physical or historical, that helps you feel closer to Jesus? Contact Bible Book Club! Social: Instagram or Facebook Website: Bible Book Club Review Us: Apple Podcast or Spotify Join the Fun: DONATE or Buy merch This episode is part of our ongoing Bible Book Club series, starting with Genesis and journeying all the way through the Bible. Thanks for listening!
September 14, 202646min
Number 5: Nehemiah 3: Every Heart Needs a Wall
Why would God dedicate an entire book of the Bible to building a wall? We look beyond the brick and mortar to uncover a fierce spiritual battle in this Nehemiah 3 Bible study. Because, without a wall, Jerusalem’s rebuilt Temple is exposed, placing the people's sacred connection with God in constant danger. Join us as we walk counterclockwise through Jerusalem's ancient gates witnessing an amazing picture of community. We reveal a prophetic mystery of the East Gate that points straight to Jesus and why God’s dwelling place today still needs guarding. In our Nehemiah 3 Bible study, we cover:[2:12] The True Value of a Wall: Why Nehemiah grieved far more over the people's spiritual vulnerability than their physical safety.[5:34] Modern Gatekeeping: Practical wisdom for guarding where God dwells today and strengthening our spiritual gates and walls.[9:11] Leading by Example: How High Priest Eliashib’s hands-on labor at the Sheep Gate set the tone for the project, and the deep spiritual symbolism of starting this way.[13:17] Solidarity in the Trenches: Why perfumers, goldsmiths, leaders, and daughters all rallied together to rebuild their assigned sections.[20:46] The “East Gate” Bible Bender: Why, throughout Scripture, moving east represents separation from God and how Jesus reversed our direction forever. Nehemiah Show NotesPrayer GuideFeasts and Festivals ChartACTS Model Group Discussion Questions for Nehemiah 3[5:49] Nehemiah grieved not only for the physical safety of his people but for their eternal life. Who in your life do you find yourself more concerned about physically than spiritually, and what might it look like to take the spiritual aspect more seriously?[9:11] The priests set the tone and lead the way by physically laboring on the wall themselves. Where in your life is God calling you to lead by example?[22:38] The East Gate represents the theme of exile, moving away from God. Jesus reverses that direction entirely. Where in your own life have you been moving "east," and what’s one thing you could do today to turn westward?Contact Bible Book Club! Social: Instagram or Facebook Website: Bible Book Club Review Us: Apple Podcast or Spotify Join the Fun: DONATE or Buy merch This episode is part of our ongoing Bible Book Club series, starting with Genesis and journeying all the way through the Bible. Thanks for listening!
November 03, 202536min