Families of Faith

The first disciples following Jesus reveal the invitation to come and see, showing how a personal encounter with Christ leads to a transformed life and a desire to bring others to Him -

John 1:35–42

Jesus’ baptism and temptation reveal His identity as the Son of God and His victory over sin, demonstrating both divine approval and perfect obedience at the start of His ministry -

Matt. 3–4; Luke 3–4; John 1

The Magi’s visit, the flight to Egypt, and Jesus in the temple reveal God’s guidance, protection, and the early recognition of Christ’s identity and purpose -

Matt. 2

The birth of Jesus and the events surrounding it reveal God’s plan of salvation unfolding, bringing hope, joy, and the fulfillment of His promises to the world -

Luke 2

The Message Audio Bible dramatized version of the Epistle of James.Author: James, Jesus' brotherDate Written : 49 A.DWritten To: Jewish Christians living in Gentile communities Purpose: To expose hypocritical practices and teach Christian behaviorSetting: This letters expresses James' concern for Christians being persecuted who were once part of the Jerusalem Church.Main Themes: Living Faith, Trials, Law of Love, Wise Speech, Wealth

The Message Audio Bible dramatized version of the epistle to the Romans.

Author: Paul

Date Written : 57 A.D

Written To: Christians in Rome

Purpose: To introduce himself and give a sample of his message before arriving

Setting: Paul had most likely finished his work in the east and planned to visit Rome on his way to Spain. The Roman church was made up of mostly Jews but also contained a good number of Gentiles.

Main Themes: Sin, Salvation, Growth, Sovereignty, Service

This is a dramatized Message Audio Bible version of the epistle to 2nd Timothy.Author: PaulDate Written : 66-67 ADWritten To: TimothyPurpose: To give final instructions and encouragement to Timothy, pastor of the Church in EphesusSetting: Paul is in a Roman prison. This letter is his passing of the torch to the new generation of church leaders. He also asked for visits from his friends and for his books, especially the parchments - possibly parts of the Old Testament, the Gospels, and other Biblical manuscripts. Main Themes: Boldness, Faithfulness, Preaching and Teaching,

This is a dramatized Message Audio Bible version of epistle to 1st Timothy.

Author: Paul

Date Written : 64 A.D

Written To: Timothy

Purpose: To give encouragement and instruction to Timothy, a young leader

Setting: Timothy was one of Paul's closest companions. Paul sent Timothy to the Church at Ephesus to counter the false teaching that had arisen there. Timothy most likely served for a time as a leader in the Church at Ephesus. Paul hoped to visit him, but in the meantime, wrote this letter to give Timothy advice about the ministry.

Main Themes: Sound Doctrine, Public Worship, Church Leadership, Personal Discipline, Caring Church

This is our super dramatized Audio Bible version of Peter's 2nd Epistle in the Message translation.Author: PeterDate Written : 67 A.DWritten To: The ChurchPurpose: To warn Christians about false teachers and to encourage them to grow in their faithSetting: Peter knew that his time on earth was limited so he wrote what was on his heart warning Christians what would happen when he was gone - especially regarding false teachers. Main Themes: Diligence, False Teachers, Christ's Return

This is a dramatized Message Audio Bible version of the epistle of 1st Peter.Author: PeterDate Written : 62-64 A.DWritten To: Jewish Christians driven out of Jerusalem and scattered throughout Asia MinorPurpose: To offer encouragement to suffering ChristiansSetting: Peter was most likely in Rome when the great persecution under the Emperor of that time, Nero, began. (Peter was ultimately executed under persecution). Throughout the Roman Empire, Christians were being tortured and killed for their faith, and the church in Jerusalem was being scattered. Main Themes: Salvation, Persecution, God's Family, Family Life, Judgement