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The title for the book of Numbers comes from the two censuses that were taken of the children of Israel as they wandered in the wilderness. Join Skip Heitzig as he takes a look at the still-relevant themes of Numbers - namely Israel's disobedience and God's continual faithfulness to his covenant.

In this study of Exodus, Skip Heitzig explores the deliverance of God's people from the bondage of Egypt - a beautiful picture of our deliverance from the bondage of sin.

The primary theme of Deuteronomy is God's promises standing firm in times of both blessing and judgment - blessing when we obey the Lord and judgment when we disobey his law. Join Skip Heitzig for a study through this book that is quoted extensively by Jesus and the New Testament writers.

In the book of Acts, Luke continued the narrative of Jesus Christ that he began in his Gospel. Pastor Skip Heitzig takes us through this powerful account and examines how the work of Jesus Christ did not end at his ascension but continued - and continues today - through the Spirit-empowered church.

Psalms, the ancient songbook, explores the full range of human experience in a personal and relatable way. Pastor Skip Heitzig shows us how to practically apply the central theme of these magnificent hymns - the praise and worship of the living God - to our own lives.

In the book of 2 Kings, we see the divided kingdom of Israel and its wicked rulers reject the prophets' warnings, showing how disobedience can paralyze a nation and lead to downfall and deportation. As Pastor Skip Heitzig brings us through this account, we glean practical lessons on obedience and judgment.

Exodus tells the story of how God delivered the children of Israel from bondage in Egypt and led them into a deeper covenant relationship with Him. Join Pastor Skip Heitzig for this series as he zeroes in on key points in Moses' life and Israel's journey into the wilderness.

Often called the Apocalypse of the Old Testament, the book of Daniel provides a comprehensive sweep of prophetic history, including the coming of the Messiah and the end times. Join Pastor Skip for an in-depth study of this book as he examines the prophetic plan of Israel and the entire world.

The gospel of Luke is a beautifully and meticulously written account of the birth, ministry, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. In this topical series, Pastor Skip Heitzig touches on a number of stories, parables, and teachings of Jesus that show His compassion for outcasts and how we are to live the Christian life.

The book of 2 Samuel chronicles not only David's triumphs as the king of Israel, but his transgressions as well. Even when he sinned, David was responsive and turned back to the God he so deeply loved. Join Pastor Skip Heitzig for this survey of 2 Samuel and learn more about David's reign and Israel's rich but turbulent history.

The book of Ephesians explores who we are as followers of Christ and how we should live in light of our identity. In this series, Pastor Skip Heitzig looks at how this letter connects Christian doctrine to our everyday life, including relationships in the body of Christ, the family, and marriage.

In this topical study, Pastor Skip Heitzig takes a bird's-eye look at the events of 1 Samuel, tracing the monarchy of Israel from its beginnings to Saul's fall from grace to the anointing of David and beyond.

More than any other book in Scripture, Galatians emphasizes salvation apart from the works of the Law. Join Pastor Skip Heitzig as he surveys this letter, written by Paul as a declaration of grace for all believers.

A mother's love is an example of God's great and sacrificing love for us. For many people, moms shaped their lives and brought them to a saving knowledge of Jesus Christ. This collection of messages includes Mother's Day teachings and other topical messages about moms, who hold a special place in the heart of God.

The book of Judges tells the story of how God raised up judges to deliver Israel from its oppressors in the time before Israel's monarchy was established. Some of these judges were good and noble like Gideon, and some were erratic and unstable like Samson. Sometimes, God's man of the hour wasn't even a man! Join Pastor Skip Heitzig in this study to see how God used and continues to use the weak to confound the wise.

When we to try to find happiness and fulfillment in this world, we end up discontented and in despair. This is the theme Solomon explored in the Old Testament book of Ecclesiastes. Join Pastor Skip Heitzig for this series as he delves into Solomon's search for the purpose of life—which is found only in the Lord.

The book of Jeremiah has an overarching theme: judgment. God commissioned the prophet Jeremiah to speak to the backsliding nation of Israel about the destruction that would come as a result of their sin - unless they repented. In this series, Pastor Skip Heitzig digs into the first 22 chapters of Jeremiah, exploring God's righteous anger as well as His mercy to those who return to Him.

In the book of Leviticus, God gave Moses a number of laws to govern every aspect of the Israelites' lives. In this series, Pastor Skip Heitzig focuses on how these commandments reveal God's holiness, including how He deals with sin and offers abundant blessings to those who walk in His ways.

Deuteronomy recounts God's covenant with the children of Israel, detailing the blessings that depended on their obedience to His law - and the curses that would stem from disobedience. Pastor Skip Heitzig takes us through select passages of this book, focusing on the faithfulness required of Israel and God's unending mercy.

Join Pastor Skip Heitzig as he takes us on the spiritual journey of Jonah, who tried to run from the God who would not let him go. We learn important truths as this prophet goes from doing devotions inside a fish to bringing about history's greatest revival. We also see that despite being used by God in such a mighty way, Jonah truly was a pouting prophet.