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The Israelites continue their pursuit of pleasure as Amos calls them to repentance, even as King Amaziah tries to stop him. Explore his three visions, which show the love of God for Israel as well as the judgment that is soon to come.

Transcribed - Published: 24 April 2025

What were the sins of Israel that kept them from turning to God? The list may surprise you: illicit sex, gluttony, improper music, and drunkenness. Sound familiar? Dr. J. Vernon McGee tells us that Amos’ words of warning to the Israelites so long ago are important to us as a nation today.

Transcribed - Published: 23 April 2025

You may have heard about The Day of Lord, but what is it? And when will it happen? Learn more about this important event, and what will happen to Israel as it dawns.

Transcribed - Published: 22 April 2025

"Judgment is coming. That’s the message the prophet Amos has been sent to deliver to Israel. But so far, they refuse to turn from their wicked living. Even so, he continues to call for repentance saying, Seek the Lord and live! Dr. J. Vernon McGee says the warning and invitation from God is for each of us as well.

Transcribed - Published: 21 April 2025

As the prophet Amos continues to warn of God’s impending judgment, Bethel and Gilgal paid no attention and perish. Dr. McGee reminds us that, like Israel, we all must be prepared to meet God someday, and in His mercy, the invitation to forsake our idol worship and return to Him remains open.

Transcribed - Published: 18 April 2025

Turn from sin; judgment is coming! That’s the message the prophet Amos was sent to tell Israel. Amos’ message was anything but subtle, in fact he even used biting sarcasm, reminding people of the famine, droughts, locusts, and warfare that came before.

Transcribed - Published: 17 April 2025

God always warns His people before judging them. That’s the message we’ll hear from Dr. J. Vernon McGee as we’re reminded of examples from the days of Noah, Abraham, Joseph, Elijah, and even Jesus’ warning of Jerusalem’s own destruction.

Transcribed - Published: 16 April 2025

Greater privilege means greater responsibility. That’s what we hear in this study in Amos, as he continues to build the case against Israel and reminds them of their privilege when Abraham was called from the apostasy of the Tower of Babel.

Transcribed - Published: 15 April 2025

The voice of God is not being heard in this land, says Dr. J. Vernon McGee in this study. That’s also the word Amos had for the Israelites in his day. Learn more about God’s case against Israel and the harsh judgment He has in store for all those who turn their backs on Him.

Transcribed - Published: 14 April 2025

In this study, we see how Amos overruled all celebrity order in his day and spoke the truth directly to those who needed to hear itincluding about judgments against Moab, Judah, and Israel.

Transcribed - Published: 11 April 2025

The message of God’s judgment continues as Amos shares the charges against Philistia, Phoenicia, Edom, and Ammon.

Transcribed - Published: 10 April 2025

Amos was a man called by God to point out people’s sin. Tough job, right? Especially for an outsider, a country boy in a big city. But Amos didn’t falter; he faithfully foretold of the judgment and justice God has in store in Israel and all the nations surrounding her, beginning with Syria.

Transcribed - Published: 9 April 2025

The story of Amos is that of a country preacher sent to the big city of his time with a message for the king and high society! Although Amos may have been nave, he had a message from God and gave it fearlessly and faithfully. But will the people listen? And how will God respond?

Transcribed - Published: 8 April 2025

There are some words Christians use all the time, but do we really know what they mean? Take the word glory, for instance. It’s used more than 350 times in the Bibleand almost always about God. In our final study in the New Testament book of 1 Peter, Dr. J. Vernon McGee explains what the word glory really means, and it’s sure to make your worship of God even more meaningful.

Transcribed - Published: 7 April 2025

Is it possible to find joy in our suffering? This important message by Dr. J. Vernon McGee speaks to the heart of every believer, especially those who are in the midst of fiery trials.

Transcribed - Published: 4 April 2025

Are you ready for a new direction in life? Do you want to be free from the sins that are dragging you down? Dr. J. Vernon McGee continues our study of suffering and encourages us to use the gifts God has given us for His glory.

Transcribed - Published: 3 April 2025

You can’t live in sin and have fellowship with God. That’s the hard truth we hear from our teacher, Dr. J. Vernon McGee, today. 1 Peter 4 reminds us that life is short, time is fleeting, and judgment is a reality we all will face before very long.

Transcribed - Published: 2 April 2025

There is no lasting happiness or peace in this life apart from a relationship with Jesus Christ, Dr. McGee shares in today’s study full of practical and wise advice from Peter about living a life that’s pleasing to God.

Transcribed - Published: 1 April 2025

Did you know there is a three-fold cord binding a Spirit-filled marriage? And what does God expect from a Christian who is married to someone who is unsaved? The answer might surprise you. Marriage is our subject in this study of 1 Peter 3.

Transcribed - Published: 31 March 2025

A godly life speaks louder than any message from the pulpit is the encouragement we receive from Dr. J. Vernon McGee today. This study from 1 Peter gives us practical help in living the Christian life and teaches us what it takes to be a living witness to the grace of God.

Transcribed - Published: 28 March 2025

Does my life reflect the glorious, wonderful gospel? Do people observe my good works and glorify God? These are some of the important questions Dr. J. Vernon McGee says we should be asking. In this study, we examine our hearts and are reminded that every believer in the Lord Jesus Christ is a priest.

Transcribed - Published: 27 March 2025

The apostle Paul wrote to young Timothy that bodily exercise profits a little, but godliness is profitable for all things. In this study we learn Peter also had some counsel on this subject.

Transcribed - Published: 26 March 2025

When gold is refined, the first step is melting it so it becomes pure. In our continuing study of 1 Peter, we’re reminded that every trial we face is good and allowed by God for a similar processone that refines us and purifies our hearts.

Transcribed - Published: 25 March 2025

We’re living in an amazing timein the valley between two mountain peaks, as Dr. McGee describes it. One peak represents the suffering of Jesus Christ, which is past, and the other peak is the glory of Jesus Christ, which is yet in the future. Find out why this time is so special, and how the Holy Spirit is central to our lives.

Transcribed - Published: 24 March 2025

Someday soon, Jesus Christ is coming again. That’s the terrific reminder our , Dr. J. Vernon McGee, gives us as we discover the importance of trials in our lives and see how God uses them to bring us closer to Him.

Transcribed - Published: 21 March 2025

Why do God’s children suffer? Difficult question, isn’t it? Fortunately, God’s Word has a lot to say for those going through hard times. In this study, the apostle Peter addresses Christians who were facing all kinds of trials and reminds us how wonderful it is to be a child of the King.

Transcribed - Published: 20 March 2025

Today’s study brings us to a tough subjectin fact, Dr. J. Vernon McGee calls it difficult: The doctrine of election.

Transcribed - Published: 19 March 2025

Hope in the midst of trials. That’s what we’re studying as our teacher, Dr. J. Vernon McGee, begins our study of 1 Peter with an important introduction to this book and to the man who wrote it.

Transcribed - Published: 18 March 2025

Our study in the Old Testament book of Joel concludes as we take one final look at the Day of the Lord. Hear the prophet describe the Tribulation, Jesus Christ’s second coming, the final judgment, and much more.

Transcribed - Published: 17 March 2025

Does Acts, chapter 2, fulfill a prophecy made by the prophet Joel long before? Or is there another explanation? Dr. J. Vernon McGee answers that question in this study, along with an explanation of how to recognize when a New Testament passage reveals a fulfilled prophesy from the Old Testament.

Transcribed - Published: 14 March 2025

God is waiting and willing for you to come to him today. That’s the good news we’ll hear from Dr. McGee in this study on repentance and God’s promises of deliveranceextending our view of God’s plans all the way to the Great Tribulation, the Millennium, and beyond.

Transcribed - Published: 13 March 2025

Does God try to get our attention by sending natural disasters like earthquakes, hurricanes, floods, famines, or plagues? Dr. McGee answers these questions and more in our continuing study of the Day of the Lord in the Old Testament book of Joel.

Transcribed - Published: 12 March 2025

In this study, we trace a thread through the Old Testament book of Joel to describe an event still future called the Day of the Lord. But what is it? And why is it important to the future of all mankind?

Transcribed - Published: 11 March 2025

There’s no doubt about itthe time when people are most willing to think and talk about God is when tragedy strikes. In this study, Dr. J. Vernon McGee makes no secretor excuseabout why God allowed the nation of Israel to go through difficult times: Ultimately, he was drawing His people’s hearts back to Him.

Transcribed - Published: 10 March 2025

Our fascinating study through book of Joel continues as God deals with the sin of drunkenness by summoning a plague of locusts. Follow along as Joel gives the nation 10 things they can do to repent and examines how the plague of locusts represents the Day of the Lord.

Transcribed - Published: 7 March 2025

Although not a lot is known about the prophet Joel, Dr. J. Vernon McGee says this book has a foundational place in the prophecy God has given us. Its theme is the Day of the Lord, which Joel makes clear begins with the Great Tribulation.

Transcribed - Published: 6 March 2025

Have you heard about the patience of Job? How about the powerful prayers of Elijah? In our last study in the book of James, we’ll learn from the examples of these great men and hear how we can apply what they taught to our lives today.

Transcribed - Published: 5 March 2025

If Jesus were to come back today, what do you think He’d say about your bank account? That’s one of the difficult things our teacher, Dr. J. Vernon McGee, talks about in this study of James 5. Learn that God gives wealth not to be hoarded, but to be used for the good of others.

Transcribed - Published: 4 March 2025

What is the cure for worldliness? That’s the question Dr. J. Vernon McGee answers in this study of James 4:5-17. Discover that when we submit ourselves to God, His abundant grace is all we need to overcome our sin and the world.

Transcribed - Published: 3 March 2025

God’s University. That’s what our teacher Dr. J. Vernon McGee calls the study of James. So grab your text book, also known as your Bible, and hop aboard the Bible Bus as our education continues in James, chapters 3 and 4.

Transcribed - Published: 28 February 2025

Like a fire, the tongue can consume and destroy everything it touches. But also like a fire, it can be useful when kept under proper control. Join us in our study of James, chapter 3, as Dr. J. Vernon McGee reminds us that the tongue can also reveal genuine faith in God’s people.

Transcribed - Published: 27 February 2025

Dr. J. Vernon McGee says the tongue is the most dangerous weapon in the world. Find out what the Bible has to say about the importance of choosing our words wisely as our study of James continues.

Transcribed - Published: 26 February 2025

Some critics of the Bible say it contradicts itself, and they point to Paul’s letter to the Romans and the book of James as proof. Dr. J. Vernon McGee explains this apparent contradiction and clarifies how James and Paul really don’t disagree at all.

Transcribed - Published: 25 February 2025

It has been said that the true measure of a man is how he treats someone who can do him absolutely no good. In James 2 we explore the first thirteen verses that talk about how we are to treat people in the different parts of society, and ultimately are reminded that we all stand on level ground before the cross of Jesus.

Transcribed - Published: 24 February 2025

Have you heard the old saying ignorance is bliss? In this study, Dr. J. Vernon McGee tells us what the New Testament book of James has to say about ignoranceparticularly if you’ve chosen to stay ignorant when you’ve been given the facts!

Transcribed - Published: 21 February 2025

James 1:22 says, But be ye doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving your own selves. In this study, Dr. J. Vernon McGee explains how Christians can take these words to heart and put them into practice in our everyday lives.

Transcribed - Published: 20 February 2025

"Think before you speak. It’s easier said than done, right? Hop aboard the Bible Bus as Dr. J. Vernon McGee tells us that God gave us two ears and one mouth for a purpose and shares what God’s Word has to say on the subject of being quick to hear but slow to answer.

Transcribed - Published: 19 February 2025

Can one person make a difference in this world? According to Dr. J. Vernon McGee, you can if you follow God’s lead. Join in our continuing study of the New Testament book of James, as Dr. McGee shares the incredible stories of John Wesley and Florence Nightingale.

Transcribed - Published: 18 February 2025

When unexplainable tragedies come into our lives, often the first thing we do is look for a cause. Some people blame Godothers blame each otherand some even blame themselves. But who’s really responsible?

Transcribed - Published: 17 February 2025

If you or someone you love is suffering, this study is for you. During times of testing and trial we are tempted to ask Why, God? But what we really need to remember is that God’s answer is always, Trust Me.

Transcribed - Published: 14 February 2025