The final historical book of the Old Testament is the wonderful book of Esther. In this lesson from the Bible Book Overview series, Nate Bibens recounts the events of Esther and highlights some of the important themes this ancient book has for God’s children today!
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Nehemiah
From his series of Bible Book Overviews, Nate Bibens provides this lesson on the Old Testament book of Nehemiah. In the sermon, he provides a cursory introduction, a quick recap of each chapter, and considers some of the primary themes that are found in this great book!
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Ezra
The final three historical books of the Old Testament are Ezra, Nehemiah, and Esther. In this lesson, Nate Bibens provides an overview of the first of those three books, Ezra!
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Second Kings
Second Kings continues the story of Judah and Israel’s history, and sadly, their ultimate decline. In this lesson, Nate Bibens provides an overview of Second Kings and some of the primary characters found within the book and the lessons they teach!
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First Kings
First Kings picks up Israel’s history at the very end of David’s life, and continues the story of the nation for the next 115-120 years. In this overview lesson, Nate Bibens provides a summary of the themes, outline, and events of First Kings!
Second Samuel
First Samuel recounts the beginning of the kingdom era for Israel, but ends with the death of Israel’s first king, Saul. Second Samuel continues the tale of Israel’s history, and focuses on David as he rises to become king first of Judah, then all of Israel. This lesson provides an overview of this book and the details it gives about the successes and the failures of David’s reign!
Ruth
The Judges was a dark era of Israelites history, but even in the darkest of times, righteousness can thrive. The story of Ruth takes place in the era of the Judges, but it is a story of love, faithfulness, and God’s wondrous providence. Enjoy this simple overview of the Old Testament book of Ruth!
Judges
Following the successful era of Joshua and the conquest of the Promised Land, Israel’s history took a dark turn. The book of Judges includes some amazing and intriguing stories, but it also reveals the sad spiritual state of Israel during this time. In this lesson Nate Bibens provides a simple overview of this Old Testament book.
First Samuel
First Samuel Continues the history of Israel, and recounts the transition from the era of the Judges to the era of the Kings. First Samuel records the lives of Samuel, Saul, and the rise of David!
Joshua
After the books of Moses (Genesis through Deuteronomy), the next section of the Old Testament is the books of history. Picking up where Deuteronomy ends, the book of Joshua records Israel’s conquest of Canaan under the leadership of Joshua. This book doesn’t just recount historical happenings – it demonstrates key themes that lead God’s people to success!