Chapter 05 of Heroes in the Bible: David with Dr. Tony Evans is inspired by 1 Samuel 16.
The Forgotten Son - In the small town of Bethlehem, in the rolling green pastures of his father’s house, a hero tends to his sheep, completely unaware of the journey God has for him.
Today's opening prayer is inspired by Philippians 4:8, Finally, brothers, whatever things are true, whatever things are honorable, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report: if there is any virtue and if there is any praise, think about these things.
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Chapter 05: The Forgotten Son

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Chapter 12 of Heroes in the Bible: Jesus with Dr. Tony Evans is inspired by the Gospels.
The Good Shepherd - Jesus is faced with a challenge. Does he choose justice and be seen as a tyrant, or does he choose mercy and lose his credibility as a Rabbi? While any other person would have to choose between the two, Jesus does not. He balances love and justice like a good shepherd.
Today's opening prayer is inspired by John 10:10, The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly.

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Chapter 12: The Good Shepherd

Chapter 11 of Heroes in the Bible: Jesus with Dr. Tony Evans is inspired by the Gospels.
Beware and Behold - Jesus warns the disciples of the age to come, and reveals his glory for a brief moment. Jesus is preparing his disciple’s heart for his inevitable departure, therefore every action and teaching is laced with seemingly greater urgency.
Today's opening prayer is inspired by Matthew 17:1-2, And after six days Jesus taketh Peter, James, and John his brother, and bringeth them up into an high mountain apart, And was transfigured before them:

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Chapter 11: Beware and Behold

Chapter 10 of Heroes in the Bible: Jesus with Dr. Tony Evans is inspired by the Gospels.
God or Ghost? - Jesus is rejected in his own city but embraced by the blind, mute, and hurting. The story of Jesus picks up with people desperately seeking him for healing and help, yet in his own country he is rejected and has to flee for his life.
Today's opening prayer is inspired by Matthew 14:29, And he said, Come. And when Peter was come down out of the ship, he walked on the water, to go to Jesus.

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Chapter 10: God or Ghost

Chapter 9 of Heroes in the Bible: Jesus with Dr. Tony Evans is inspired by the Gospels.
The Storm Within - Jesus’ power over nature and demons is put on full display as he silences an entire storm and puts an end to a legion of demons. This is perhaps one of the most dramatic events in Jesus’ ministry. His power is showcased in a breathtaking manner.
Today's opening prayer is inspired by Matthew 8:26, And he saith unto them, Why are ye fearful, O ye of little faith? Then he arose, and rebuked the winds and the sea; and there was a great calm.

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Chapter 9: The Storm Within

Chapter 8 of Heroes in the Bible: Jesus with Dr. Tony Evans is inspired by the Gospels.
The Broken Flask - Jesus’ heart for the hurting and vulnerable is showcased in contrast to the religious elite’s piety and hypocrisy. This is where the tension between Jesus and the Pharisees reaches a critical point. Jesus rebukes the religious elite, and thus sets in motion a conspiracy to put an end to him.
Today's opening prayer is inspired by Job 38:41, Who provideth for the raven his food? when his young ones cry unto God, they wander for lack of meat.

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Chapter 05: The Forgotten Son

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