The One Year Bible Podcast 2026

Day 7: Abram's rescue of Lot, Jesus' call for universal love

In Genesis 14-16, Abram courageously rescues his nephew Lot from the Battle of Siddim, a conflict involving multiple kings. Following this victory, Abram is blessed by Melchizedek, and later, God promises Abram countless descendants despite Sarai's barrenness. Abram and Sarai, struggling with faith, decide to have a child through Hagar, Sarai's maid, leading to the birth of Ishmael. Will Abram's actions align with God's promise, or will they lead to unforeseen consequences?In Matthew 5:43-48, Jesus delivers a profound message, challenging the traditional notion of loving only one's neighbor. He urges his followers to love their enemies and pray for those who persecute them, emphasizing that God's love is universal, extending to the just and unjust. This teaching culminates in a call to perfection, just as the Heavenly Father is perfect. Can we, as mere mortals, rise to this challenge of unconditional love and forgiveness?Support the show at Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/storymasterGenesis 14Genesis 15Genesis 16Matthew 5:43-48Matthew 6:1-24Psalm 6

Day 6: Tower of Babel's downfall, Jesus' hillside teachings urging heart transformation

In Genesis 11:10 through 13, humanity unites in Shinar to build a great tower reaching to the heavens, defying God. God, seeing their pride, confounds their language, causing confusion and scattering them across the earth. Will humanity's ambition be their downfall, or will they find a way to overcome God's challenge?In Matthew 5:21-42, Jesus delivers profound teachings on a hillside, challenging traditional views on anger, reconciliation, adultery, divorce, oaths, and loving enemies. He urges his listeners to seek higher righteousness, surpassing the letter of the law with the spirit of love and forgiveness. Will his listeners embrace these radical teachings, transforming their hearts and lives?Support the show at Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/storymasterGenesis 11:10-32Genesis 12Genesis 13Matthew 5:21-42Psalm 5:1-12

Day 5: Renewal and Revelation: From Noah's Promise to the Mount of Beatitudes

After the great flood, Noah and his family, along with a multitude of animals, step onto new land under God's covenant. The world is reborn, symbolized by a radiant rainbow, promising never to flood the earth again. But as humanity grows, will they remain true to God in the city of Babel, or will their pride lead to division?Jesus travels throughout Galilee, healing the sick and spreading the news of the kingdom of heaven. His teachings draw vast crowds, culminating in the Sermon on the Mount, where He shares the beatitudes, redefining blessings in God's eyes. As Jesus teaches about mercy, purity, and peace, will the hearts of the listeners be transformed by His profound words?Support the show at Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/storymasterGenesis 9: 18-29Genesis 10Genesis 11: 1-9Matthew 4: 23-25Matthew 5: 1-20Psalm 4

Day 4: From Ark to Apostles: Trials of Faith and Calls to Destiny

In Genesis 7-9:1-17, God instructs Noah to build an ark and gather two of every kind of animal to save them from a great flood. Noah, his family, and the animals weather 40 days and nights of rain, followed by months of waiting for the waters to recede. As they finally see land and a rainbow signifying God's promise, one wonders: Will humanity's new beginning under Noah's leadership bring a different future?In Matthew 4:1-22, Jesus withstands temptation by the devil in the desert, using scripture as his defense. After this trial, He begins His ministry, calling simple fishermen to become His first disciples. As Jesus walks by the Sea of Galilee and calls Simon Peter and Andrew, one wonders: Will these fishermen truly leave everything behind to follow Him?Support the show at Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/storymasterGenesis 7Genesis 8Genesis 9:1-17Matthew 4:1-22Proverbs: IntroductionProverbs 1:1-7

Day 3: From Deluge to Destiny: Noah's Ark and Jesus' Nazarene Prophecy

After Cain's banishment for Abel's murder, humanity grows, but with increasing wickedness. God grieves over humanity's corruption, deciding to cleanse the earth with a flood. As Noah builds an ark for survival, will humanity's wickedness be washed away, or will a new beginning emerge?In Matthew 2:19-23, after King Herod's death, an angel appears in a dream to Joseph in Egypt, instructing him to return to Israel with Mary and Jesus. However, learning that Archelaus reigns in Judea, Joseph fears for Jesus' safety and is divinely warned in a dream to go to Galilee, settling in Nazareth. This fulfills the prophecy that Jesus would be called a Nazarene. Will Jesus' return to Nazareth shape his destiny as the prophesied Messiah?Support the show at Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/storymasterGenesis 4:17-26Genesis 5Genesis 6Matthew 2:19-23Psalm: IntroductionPsalm 3:1-8