The One Year Bible Podcast 2026

In Exodus 9-10, Moses warns Pharaoh of God's command to let the Israelites go, but Pharaoh's heart remains hardened. God then unleashes devastating plagues upon Egypt, including a darkness so thick it can be felt, covering the land for three days, while Pharaoh still refuses to yield. As Egypt descends into chaos under the weight of these divine judgments, one must wonder: Will Pharaoh's defiance bring further ruin, or will he finally release the Israelites? In Matthew 26:69-75, Peter finds himself in a courtyard, where he denies knowing Jesus three times, just as Jesus had predicted. Upon hearing the rooster crow, Peter remembers Jesus' words and is overcome with guilt and sorrow for his betrayal. This moment of profound realization leads to the question: How will Peter reconcile his actions with his loyalty and love for Jesus? Support the show at Patreon.https://www.patreon.com/storymaster Exodus 9 Exodus 10 Matthew 26: 69-75 Psalm 20

In the climax of Job's story, after enduring immense suffering and loss, Job is confronted by God, who speaks from a whirlwind, questioning Job about the mysteries of the universe and the foundations of the earth. Job humbly acknowledges his limitations and repents, leading to his restoration, with God blessing him even more than before. Will Job's faith and humility before the divine mystery change his fortunes and restore what he lost? In Matthew 25:14-30, Jesus tells the Parable of the Talents, where a man going on a journey entrusts his property to his servants according to their abilities. Upon his return, he rewards those who have invested and multiplied their talents but severely punishes the one who hid his talent out of fear. This parable, followed by teachings on the final judgment and the importance of compassionate action, challenges us to use our gifts wisely and serve others. Will the servants' choices in using their talents reflect their true understanding of stewardship and responsibility? Support the show at Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/storymaster Find us at https://www.oneyearholybible.com/ Join our Facebook group for further discussion: https://www.facebook.com/biblein1yearpodcast Job 40 Job 41 Job 42 Matthew 25: 14-46 Psalm 18: 43-50

In Job 30-31, Job laments his current state of misery and rejection, contrasting it with his former glory and integrity. He passionately defends his righteousness, listing areas of life he has maintained integrity in, despite immense suffering and loss. Will Job's unwavering faith and insistence on his innocence compel God to answer his pleas for justice? In Matthew 22:15-46, Jesus masterfully addresses a series of challenging questions posed by the Pharisees, Herodians, Sadducees, and a lawyer, using parables and profound insights to reveal truths about God's kingdom, the greatest commandment, and His own identity. He turns their attempts at entrapment into profound teaching moments. Will His wisdom silence His critics or deepen their resolve to oppose Him? Support the show at Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/storymaster Job 30-31 Matthew 22: 15-46 Psalm 18: 16-24

In Job 15-18, Job's friends Eliphaz, Bildad, and Zophar continue their debate with Job, insisting that his suffering must be a punishment for sin, despite Job's assertions of innocence. Job, in deep anguish, laments his condition and challenges the traditional wisdom that suffering is always a result of personal sin. He struggles to reconcile his understanding of God's justice with his overwhelming experiences of suffering. Can Job maintain his faith in God's justice despite his friends' harsh accusations and his own profound suffering? In this Matthew 20, the mother of James and John asks Jesus to grant her sons a special place in his kingdom, sparking a lesson from Jesus about servanthood and humility. The other disciples are indignant at this request, leading Jesus to teach them that greatness in his kingdom is measured by service, not by status or power. Will the disciples understand and embrace Jesus' radical teaching that true greatness comes through serving others? Support the show at Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/storymaster Job 15-18 Matthew 20: 20-34 Psalm 17: 13-15

In Job 8-9, Bildad, one of Job's friends, argues that Job's suffering must be a punishment for sin, urging him to seek God's favor. Job responds, expressing his feeling of helplessness and questioning the justice of God, as he maintains his innocence. Will Job find an answer to why the righteous suffer under God's watch?In Matthew 19:16-30, a rich young man asks Jesus what he must do to gain eternal life. Jesus tells him to keep the commandments, but when the man asks for more, Jesus challenges him to sell all his possessions and follow Him. The young man leaves sorrowfully, leading Jesus to teach about the difficulty for the rich to enter the kingdom of God. Will the young man choose eternal life over earthly wealth? Support the show at Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/storymaster Job 8-9 Matthew 19: 16-30 Proverbs 3: 11-20

In Genesis 49-50, Jacob, nearing the end of his life, gathers his twelve sons and delivers poignant blessings and prophecies, shaping the future of the tribes of Israel. Joseph, deeply moved by his father's death, forgives his brothers for their past betrayal, ensuring the family's unity in Egypt. The brothers' fate hangs in the balance: will they truly reconcile and honor their father's legacy? In Matthew 17:14-18:1-9, Jesus performs a miraculous healing for a boy possessed by a spirit, showcasing His divine power. He then provides for the temple tax in a miraculous way, finding a coin in a fish's mouth, demonstrating God's provision in unexpected ways. Jesus teaches about humility and the dangers of leading others astray, using a child as a symbol for innocence and humility. Will the disciples embrace Jesus' teachings and embody true humility?Support the show at Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/storymasterGenesis 49Genesis 50Matthew 17: 14-27Matthew 18: 1-9Psalm 15: 1-5

In Genesis 40-41:1-40, Joseph, imprisoned in Egypt, displays a unique gift: he interprets the troubling dreams of the Pharaoh's baker and cupbearer, predicting their future with astonishing accuracy. Soon after, Pharaoh himself is haunted by mystifying dreams, and Joseph is summoned from prison for his interpretative skills. Will Joseph's interpretations of Pharaoh's dreams lead to his freedom and change his fate in Egypt? In Matthew 14:1-21, John the Baptist's fate is sealed at Herod's banquet, where Herodias's daughter's dance leads to a grim promise. Meanwhile, Jesus faces a different challenge: with only five loaves and two fish, he must feed a crowd of thousands. Will Jesus' miracle of feeding the multitudes overshadow the dark events at Herod's feast? Support the show at Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/storymaster Genesis 40 Genesis 41: 1-40 Matthew 14: 1-21 Proverbs 2: 12-22

In Genesis 36-37, Esau's descendants become chiefs in Edom, showcasing the fulfillment of God's promise to Abraham's lineage. Then, the focus shifts to Jacob's family, particularly Joseph, who is favored by his father and envied by his brothers. This envy reaches a boiling point when Joseph's brothers conspire against him, throwing him into a pit and then selling him into slavery. Will Joseph's dreams of greatness still come true despite his brothers' betrayal?In Matthew 13:18-35, Jesus explains the Parable of the Sower, revealing that the seeds represent the Word of God, and the various grounds are types of people who receive it differently. Some ignore it, others accept it but falter under pressure, and yet others let worldly concerns overshadow it; only a few truly embrace and nurture it. Jesus also speaks in parables about the Kingdom of Heaven, comparing it to a mustard seed and yeast, illustrating its humble beginnings and expansive growth. Will the disciples grasp these profound teachings and spread them effectively? Support the show at Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/storymaster Genesis 36 Genesis 37 Matthew 13: 18-35 Psalm 10: 12-18

In Genesis 27-28, a cunning plan unfolds. Jacob, with his mother Rebekah's help, deceives his blind father Isaac into giving him the blessing meant for his elder brother Esau. As a result, Jacob flees to escape Esau's wrath, experiencing a dream of a ladder to heaven on his journey. Will Jacob's deception lead to divine retribution or unexpected blessings?In Matthew 10:32-11:1-15, Jesus delivers a profound message: those who acknowledge Him before others, He will acknowledge before His Father in heaven. He warns of divisions, even within families, for His sake. Meanwhile, John the Baptist, imprisoned, sends his disciples to ask if Jesus is the promised Messiah. Will the disciples remain steadfast in their faith amidst these challenges and doubts? Support the show at Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/storymaster Genesis 27 Genesis 28 Matthew 10:32-42 Matthew 11:1-15 Psalm 9:1-6

God creates the heavens and the earth in six days, forming light, sky, land, seas, plants, stars, animals, and finally humans in His image. On the seventh day, He rests, blessing and sanctifying it. God places Adam in the Garden of Eden, allowing him to eat from any tree except the tree of the knowledge of good and evil. Will Adam and Eve obey God's command and live in paradise forever? Matthew traces the genealogy of Jesus Christ, starting from Abraham and highlighting key figures like David and Solomon. The chapter then recounts the miraculous birth of Jesus, conceived by the Holy Spirit and born to the Virgin Mary, fulfilling ancient prophecies. Joseph, initially troubled, is reassured by an angel and obediently takes Mary as his wife. Will this divine child's birth truly change the course of history? Support the show at Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/storymaster Genesis 1 Genesis 2:1-17 Matthew: Introduction Matthew 1:1-25 Psalm 1:1-6

Audio Bible Day 360 of the Holy Bible One Year CHALLENGE. In Nehemiah 5, Nehemiah sees the poor being treated unfairly and helps them by asking the rich to be kind and not overcharge. In Nehemiah 6, people try to scare Nehemiah to stop him from rebuilding Jerusalem's wall. He stays brave, doesn't give in to fear, and finishes the wall. Nehemiah 7:1-3 talks about Nehemiah setting up guards for the city and giving instructions on how to keep the city safe. This teaches us to be fair, brave, and responsible in taking care of what we have worked hard to build. In Revelation 18:1-17, it talks about the fall of a big, rich city called Babylon. An angel announces that Babylon has fallen because it was bad and made others do bad things too. The city was very rich and powerful, but now it's empty and sad. People who did business with Babylon are upset because they can't make money from it anymore. This part of the Bible reminds us that doing wrong things can lead to bad consequences, and that wealth and power don't last forever if they are used in the wrong way. Support the show at Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/storymaster Find us at https://www.oneyearholybible.com/ Join our Facebook group for further discussion: https://www.facebook.com/the1yearbiblechallenge Nehemiah 5 Nehemiah 6 Nehemiah 7:1-3 Revelation 18:1-17 Proverbs 31:10-31 You're listening to the "Holy Bible One Year CHALLENGE" with Master Storyteller, Michael Wood. Featuring the Holy Bible Easy-to-Read version and used by permission from Bible League International #bible #biblestudy #bibleverseoftheday #BibleVerseChallenge #AudioBible #audiobible #audiobibles #audiobiblepodcast #audiobiblerecording #audiobiblewithmusic #audiobiblesuperproduction #biblepodcast #biblepodcasts #biblepodcaster #biblepodcast🎧 #biblepodcastforbusypeople

Day 352 of the Holy Bible One Year CHALLENGE. In Ezra 2:68 to 4:1-5, the Israelites return to Jerusalem from exile. When they arrive, some people donate money to rebuild God's temple. However, when they start rebuilding, neighboring people who don't worship God try to stop them. They even write to the king to try to make the Israelites stop working. This shows that even when trying to do something good, there can be challenges and people who try to interfere. In Revelation 9:13 to chapter 10, John sees more visions about the end times. He hears an angel blow a trumpet, and this signals scary things like a big army and harmful plagues. Then, another angel appears with a little book. John is told to eat the book, which tastes sweet but makes his stomach bitter. This part of Revelation shows how God's messages can be good but also hard to accept, and it reminds us that God is in control even when scary or tough things happen. Support the show at Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/storymaster Find us at https://www.oneyearholybible.com/ Join our Facebook group for further discussion: https://www.facebook.com/the1yearbiblechallenge Ezra 2:68-70 Ezra 3 Ezra 4:1-5 Revelation 9:13-21 Revelation 10 Proverbs 30:24-33 You're listening to the "Holy Bible One Year CHALLENGE" with Master Storyteller, Michael Wood. Featuring the Holy Bible Easy-to-Read version and used by permission from Bible League International Cover by Nikki Zalewski - Fotolia #bible #biblestudy #bibleverseoftheday #BibleVerseChallenge #AudioBible #audiobible #audiobibles #audiobiblepodcast #audiobiblerecording #audiobiblewithmusic #audiobiblesuperproduction #biblepodcast #biblepodcasts #biblepodcaster #biblepodcast🎧 #biblepodcastforbusypeople

Day 350 of the Holy Bible One Year CHALLENGE. In Malachi 2:17 to 4, God talks to His people about how they've been acting wrongly, questioning His justice. He promises to send a messenger to prepare the way for Him. Then, God Himself will come to judge and purify people. The last chapter gives hope: those who respect God will be blessed, but those who do bad things will face judgment. It ends with a promise to send Elijah before a great and terrible day of the Lord, to turn hearts towards each other and God.In Revelation 7, John sees two groups: First, 144,000 people from Israel's tribes are marked to be protected by God. Then, he sees a huge crowd from all over the world standing before God's throne in heaven. They praise God, and it's explained that they went through hard times but now they're with God, who will take care of them forever. It's a vision of hope and God's care for His people through tough times. Support the show at Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/storymaster Find us at https://www.oneyearholybible.com/ Join our Facebook group for further discussion: https://www.facebook.com/the1yearbiblechallenge Malachi 2:17 Malachi 3 Malachi 4 Revelation 7 Psalm 144:1-8 You're listening to the "Holy Bible One Year CHALLENGE" with Master Storyteller, Michael Wood. Featuring the Holy Bible Easy-to-Read version and used by permission from Bible League International #bible #biblestudy #bibleverseoftheday #BibleVerseChallenge #AudioBible #audiobible #audiobibles #audiobiblepodcast #audiobiblerecording #audiobiblewithmusic #audiobiblesuperproduction #biblepodcast #biblepodcasts #biblepodcaster #biblepodcast🎧 #biblepodcastforbusypeople

Day 337 of the Holy Bible One Year CHALLENGE. In Daniel 9:20-11:1, Daniel prays to God for his people, confessing their sins and asking for mercy. While he's praying, the angel Gabriel comes to him and explains that God has a special plan for the future. Gabriel talks about a time of great difficulty but promises that God will eventually bring peace and goodness. This passage shows the importance of prayer and God's plan for the future.1 John 3:11-4:6 teaches us about loving one another and knowing who truly follows God. It says that we should love each other because love comes from God. It warns us to not be like Cain, who was evil and hurt his brother. The passage also teaches that we can tell who God's children are by their actions, especially their love for others. It reminds us that God is greater than any evil in the world and that anyone who knows God will listen to His teachings. Support the show at Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/storymaster Find us at https://www.oneyearholybible.com/ Join our Facebook group for further discussion: https://www.facebook.com/the1yearbiblechallenge Daniel 9:20-27 Daniel 10 Daniel 11:1 1 John 3:11-24 1 John 4:1-6 Psalm 137:1-9 You're listening to the "Holy Bible One Year CHALLENGE" with Master Storyteller, Michael Wood. Featuring the Holy Bible Easy-to-Read version and used by permission from Bible League International #bible #biblestudy #bibleverseoftheday #BibleVerseChallenge #AudioBible #audiobible #audiobibles #audiobiblepodcast #audiobiblerecording #audiobiblewithmusic #audiobiblesuperproduction #biblepodcast #biblepodcasts #biblepodcaster #biblepodcast🎧 #biblepodcastforbusypeople

Day 336 of the Holy Bible One Year CHALLENGE. Daniel prays to the Lord. 1 John 3: We are God's children In Daniel 8:15-9:19, Daniel has a vision about a ram and a goat, which he doesn't understand. The angel Gabriel explains that the vision is about future kings and kingdoms. Later, Daniel prays to God, confessing sins and asking for mercy for himself and his people. This shows Daniel's deep concern for his people and his trust in God's forgiveness and guidance. In 1 John 2:28-3:10, it's explained that if we stay connected to Jesus, we'll be confident and unashamed when He returns. It talks about how much God loves us, making us His children, and how this should change us to live righteously. It also distinguishes between God's children and those who follow sin, emphasizing that living in sin is not compatible with following Jesus. This passage encourages us to live as children of God, showing His love and righteousness in our lives. Support the show at Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/storymaster Find us at https://www.oneyearholybible.com/ Join our Facebook group for further discussion: https://www.facebook.com/the1yearbiblechallenge Daniel 8:15-27 Daniel 9:1-19 1 John 2:28-29 1 John 3:1-10 Proverbs 29:10-18 You're listening to the "Holy Bible One Year CHALLENGE" with Master Storyteller, Michael Wood. Featuring the Holy Bible Easy-to-Read version and used by permission from Bible League International #bible #biblestudy #bibleverseoftheday #BibleVerseChallenge #AudioBible #audiobible #audiobibles #audiobiblepodcast #audiobiblerecording #audiobiblewithmusic #audiobiblesuperproduction #biblepodcast #biblepodcasts #biblepodcaster #biblepodcast🎧 #biblepodcastforbusypeople

Day 335 of the Holy Bible One Year CHALLENGE. Daniel 7-8:14 describes two visions Daniel has. In the first, he sees four great beasts representing kingdoms rising from the sea. The fourth beast is terrifying and powerful, with ten horns, and a little horn speaking arrogantly. This represents a kingdom and a boastful king. In the second vision, Daniel sees a ram with two horns, representing the kings of Media and Persia, and a goat with a prominent horn, symbolizing the king of Greece. The horn breaks, and four horns replace it, signifying divided kingdoms. Daniel is troubled by these visions, but they show God's control over history and kingdoms. 1 John 2:12-27 is a message of encouragement and warning. It tells young Christians that their sins are forgiven and they know the Father. It also warns about loving the world too much and reminds them that the world is temporary. The passage speaks against false teachers (antichrists) who deny Jesus is the Christ. It encourages believers to remain faithful to what they were taught and assures them that they have the Holy Spirit (anointing) to guide them in truth. The main message is to stay true to Jesus and His teachings. Support the show at Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/storymaster Find us at https://www.oneyearholybible.com/ Join our Facebook group for further discussion: https://www.facebook.com/the1yearbiblechallenge Daniel 7 Daniel 8:1-14 1 John 2:12-27 Psalm 136:13-26 You're listening to the "Holy Bible One Year CHALLENGE" with Master Storyteller, Michael Wood. Featuring the Holy Bible Easy-to-Read version and used by permission from Bible League International #bible #biblestudy #bibleverseoftheday #BibleVerseChallenge #AudioBible #audiobible #audiobibles #audiobiblepodcast #audiobiblerecording #audiobiblewithmusic #audiobiblesuperproduction #biblepodcast #biblepodcasts #biblepodcaster #biblepodcast🎧 #biblepodcastforbusypeople

Day 330 of the Holy Bible One Year CHALLENGE. Daniel 1-2:23 tells the story of a young man named Daniel and his friends, who were taken to Babylon when King Nebuchadnezzar conquered Jerusalem. Despite being in a foreign land, Daniel stayed true to his faith, refusing to eat the king's rich food, which went against his beliefs. God blessed Daniel and his friends with wisdom and understanding. Later, King Nebuchadnezzar had a troubling dream that none of his wise men could interpret. Daniel, with God's help, not only recounted the dream but also explained its meaning to the king. This showed that God's wisdom was greater than the wisdom of the world.1 Peter 5 gives advice and encouragement to both church leaders and Christians. It tells elders (church leaders) to care for their members willingly and humbly, not for power or money. Younger people are advised to be humble and respectful to their elders. The passage also encourages everyone to be humble under God’s power, to cast all their worries on Him because He cares for them. It warns to be alert and resist the devil, promising that after suffering for a short time, God will restore and strengthen them. The letter ends with personal remarks and blessings. Support the show at Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/storymaster Find us at https://www.oneyearholybible.com/ Join our Facebook group for further discussion: https://www.facebook.com/the1yearbiblechallenge Daniel: Introduction Daniel 1 Daniel 2:1-23 1 Peter 5 Psalm 134:1-3 You're listening to the "Holy Bible One Year CHALLENGE" with Master Storyteller, Michael Wood. Featuring the Holy Bible Easy-to-Read version and used by permission from Bible League International Photo by James C. Lewis #bible #biblestudy #bibleverseoftheday #BibleVerseChallenge #AudioBible #audiobible #audiobibles #audiobiblepodcast #audiobiblerecording #audiobiblewithmusic #audiobiblesuperproduction #biblepodcast #biblepodcasts #biblepodcaster #biblepodcast🎧 #biblepodcastforbusypeople

Day 309 of the Holy Bible One Year CHALLENGE. In Ezekiel 7-9, the prophet Ezekiel relays a series of visions and prophecies about the severe judgment coming to Israel because of its extensive corruption and idolatry. God tells Ezekiel that the end is near for His people in their land because of their abominable deeds. Ezekiel sees a vision of punishment with a sign of impending doom marked on Jerusalem. Then he witnesses six men with deadly weapons and a seventh man with a writing kit sent to the city. The man with the writing kit marks the foreheads of those who grieve over the detestable things done in the city, sparing them from the slaughter, while the others are not so lucky. Ezekiel's vision serves as a stark reminder of the consequences of turning away from God's ways.In Hebrews 6:13-7:10, the author speaks about God's promise to Abraham, emphasizing how God swore by Himself to bless Abraham, ensuring the unchangeability of His purpose with an oath. This offers hope and encouragement to the followers, likened to an anchor for the soul. The passage then transitions to Melchizedek, a mysterious priest-king from Genesis, who met Abraham. Unlike other priests, Melchizedek's priesthood is unique and eternal, not based on hereditary ties. Abraham gave him a tenth of everything, which illustrates the greatness of Melchizedek's priesthood, even greater than that of the descendants of Levi, who also receive tithes from the people according to the law. This comparison sets the stage for the discussion on the priesthood of Jesus, which is in the order of Melchizedek—superior and eternal. Support the show at Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/storymaster Find us at https://www.oneyearholybible.com/ Join our Facebook group for further discussion: https://www.facebook.com/the1yearbiblechallenge Ezekiel 7 Ezekiel 8 Ezekiel 9 Hebrews 6:13-19 Hebrews 7:1-10 Psalm 119: 161-168 Chapter summaries are from Shmoop.com You're listening to the "Holy Bible One Year CHALLENGE" with Master Storyteller, Michael Wood. Featuring the Holy Bible Easy-to-Read version and used by permission from Bible League International #bible #biblestudy #bibleverseoftheday #BibleVerseChallenge #AudioBible #audiobible #audiobibles #audiobiblepodcast #audiobiblerecording #audiobiblewithmusic #audiobiblesuperproduction #biblepodcast #biblepodcasts #biblepodcaster #biblepodcast🎧 #biblepodcastforbusypeople

Day 308 of the Holy Bible One Year CHALLENGE. Ezekiel 4-6 tells the tale of Ezekiel doing some serious performance art to show Israel's impending doom. He lies on his side for hundreds of days, bakes bread over cow dung, and even shaves his head as a dramatic way to say, "Hey, bad times are coming because of all the bad stuff you've done." The people have been off worshiping idols and forgetting their roots, and now they're going to pay the price. God's pretty upset, to put it mildly, and is ready to hand out some serious divine discipline, like a parent who's found their kid drawing on the walls with permanent marker.In Hebrews 5:11-6:12, the writer is basically saying, “Listen up, I have a lot to say about this Jesus-being-a-high-priest business, but it's tough because you're slow to catch on.” He's nudging the readers to grow up in their faith, move beyond the basic teachings about Christ, and dig into the meatier stuff. There's a bit of a warning too – if you fall away after tasting the good stuff God has offered, it's as hard to come back as it is for a scorched field to be green again. But he's not all doom and gloom; he encourages them to be diligent and not lazy, imitate those who through faith and patience inherited God's promises, like inheriting a family recipe and finally getting it right after lots of practice. Support the show at Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/storymaster Find us at https://www.oneyearholybible.com/ Join our Facebook group for further discussion: https://www.facebook.com/the1yearbiblechallenge Ezekiel 4 Ezekiel 5 Ezekiel 6 Hebrews 5:11-14 Hebrews 6:1-12 Proverbs 26:23-28 Proverbs 27:1-4 Chapter summaries are from Shmoop.com You're listening to the "Holy Bible One Year CHALLENGE" with Master Storyteller, Michael Wood. Featuring the Holy Bible Easy-to-Read version and used by permission from Bible League International #bible #biblestudy #bibleverseoftheday #BibleVerseChallenge #AudioBible #audiobible #audiobibles #audiobiblepodcast #audiobiblerecording #audiobiblewithmusic #audiobiblesuperproduction #biblepodcast #biblepodcasts #biblepodcaster #biblepodcast🎧 #biblepodcastforbusypeople

Day 307 of the Holy Bible One Year CHALLENGE. Ezekiel has this wild vision with super complex and vivid images—a storm, creatures with four faces and wings, wheels within wheels, and above all, a throne with a figure glowing like fire. This figure is the glory of God, and He's commissioning Ezekiel to be a prophet. God warns Ezekiel that he's being sent to the Israelites who are stubborn and rebellious, but he must speak God's words to them anyway, whether they listen or not. God gives Ezekiel a scroll with sad words and tells him to eat it. It's sweet as honey in his mouth. Ezekiel is then filled with the Spirit and told to go speak to Israel.Hebrews 4:14-5:10 serves as a spiritual pep talk about sticking with Jesus because He's not just some high-and-mighty high priest, but one who gets us on every level. He's been through the wringer, too, but never messed up, so we should feel totally cool about being open with God, thanks to Him. Then it shifts to talk about every high priest being picked from among us humans, dealing gently with our mess-ups because they're no strangers to personal weakness themselves. And just like they didn't just waltz into the job, Jesus didn't either—He was chosen by God. His real street cred comes from how He handled suffering, which made Him the perfect leader, forever in the business of bringing us closer to God. Support the show at Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/storymaster Find us at https://www.oneyearholybible.com/ Join our Facebook group for further discussion: https://www.facebook.com/the1yearbiblechallenge Ezekiel 1 Ezekiel 2 Ezekiel 3 Hebrews 4:14-16 Hebrews 5:1-10 Psalm 119: 153-160 Chapter summaries are from Shmoop.com You're listening to the "Holy Bible One Year CHALLENGE" with Master Storyteller, Michael Wood. Featuring the Holy Bible Easy-to-Read version and used by permission from Bible League International #bible #biblestudy #bibleverseoftheday #BibleVerseChallenge #AudioBible #audiobible #audiobibles #audiobiblepodcast #audiobiblerecording #audiobiblewithmusic #audiobiblesuperproduction #biblepodcast #biblepodcasts #biblepodcaster #biblepodcast🎧 #biblepodcastforbusypeople