Urban Bible Stories

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Urban Bible Stories episodes

April 03 Urban Bible Stories - A Great Awaking
Can a great story shift culture? A conversation with the creators of A Great Awakening on faith, creativity, and the power of friendship. And yes—we go straight at the tough questions.

Quotes:

"The person who writes the best story will win the culture."

"The gospel is hammered out amongst people."

"We're living in different worlds—and friendship is what bridges that gap."

"Relationship is what changes people."

"We want revival to look like people agreeing with us—but it might look like loving people we disagree with
39 min
January 02 Nathan & Gad: An Urban Bible Story
Before the prophet Nathan confronts King David with those infamous words: "King, you are the man!", he rehearses the hardest message of his life with Gad: fellow prophet and loyal friend.

David's delusion and entitlement have lulled him to sleep. The question becomes: what kind of story does it take to wake a sleeping king?
20 min
December 15, 2025 The Christmas Story
Emmanuel: An Urban Bible Story Follow the Angel Gabriel as he brings tidings of Good News to Mary, Elizabeth, Joseph, and more in this fun retelling of the Christmas story!
32 min
August 27, 2025 The Persistent Widow Parable: An Urban Bible Story On Relentlessly Spinning The Block
A widow pesters a judge for justice from her old friend Weezy. The courtroom ultimately turns into a lesson in persistence. This Urban Bible Story reminds us: Don't quit. God hears.
5 min
August 26, 2025 Zacchaeus: An Urban Bible Story on a Lil' Dude Tryin' To Reach Jesus
Zacchaeus was short, stacked with cash, and not exactly loved in the streets. But when he climbed that tree just to see Jesus, everything changed. In this episode, the tax collector everyone hated gets the invite no one expected.
5 min
August 21, 2025 The Great Party Parable: An Urban Bible story on Who's All Invited
A king threw a lavish party, sent the invites, and waited. But when the guests had excuses, the guest list changes dramatically. Whether you're high on the guest list or feel overlooked in the streets, this Urban Bible Story remix of Jesus' parable, reminds us grace makes room for EVERYONE.
5 min
August 20, 2025 The Seat of Honor Parable: An Urban Bible Story on Doin' Too Much to be Up Front
Jesus rolls up to a dinner party and sees folks fighting for the spotlight and tells a story to flip the script. Humility never goes out of style—and when you let God do the lifting, you'll always end up in the right seat.
5 min
June 28, 2025 Gideon: An Urban Bible Story on Trusting the Assignment
He was a scary guy just trying to get some grain for his family without getting jumped. But in him, God saw a warrior. In this episode: through fleece tests, late-night prophecies, and wild dreams, Gideon goes from hiding in the shadows to leading 300 men against an army of thousands. He proves what God can do with someone who says "yes"—even when they're scurrred. If you've ever felt unqualified, overwhelmed, or like you're the least likely to be chosen—this one's for you.
18 min
June 28, 2025 Ruth: An Urban Bible Story of a Real One
In this Urban Bible Story, Ruth sticks by her mother-in-law Naomi when everything falls apart. What follows? Big Mama wisdom, ride-or-die friendship, and a divine setup that ultimately leads to the Kinsman Redeemer.
15 min
June 28, 2025 Daniel: An Urban Bible Story of Unbotherdness
Four faithful young men are dropped into the middle of a pagan empire. The enemy rips them from their families and changes their names and language—but one thing they can't take is their God. Daniel interprets a dream and saves the nation. When King Nebuchadnezzar demands worship and obedience, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego say, "We don't bow. Period." From the king's royal table to the fiery furnace, this high-energy Urban Bible Story showcases God's true faithfulness—come what may.
20 min