We all seek God’s blessing in our lives. It’s been said that the way to blessing begins with God, continues with God and ends with God. Join Dr. James Boice as he describes Psalm 128, a psalm that points the way to receiving God’s blessing in our work, our families and our lives. To support this mi

“Meaningless! Meaningless! All is meaningless,” says the preacher--the same “preacher”, Solomon, who gave us Psalm 127. The wise king reminds us that, unless the Lord is in our work, that earthly work is meaningless. Join Dr. James Boice on The Bible Study Hour as he explains what—or who—adds value

It’s difficult for you and me to understand the joy of a people returning to their own country after a long period of captivity. One moment they were slaves, and the next--they were free. It was a delirious joy that must have seemed like a dream. Join Dr. James Boice as he explores the exuberant ant

A Scottish evangelist, Henry Drummond preached a famous sermon entitled “The Greatest Thing in the World.” It was about love, and--if indeed--love IS the greatest thing in the world, then the 13th chapter of First Corinthians has to be one of the greatest chapters of the Bible. Join Dr. James Boice

We all strive for security in our lives, but security can be elusive. As our world changes and western civilization declines, where do we turn for refuge? Join Dr. James Boice in his study of Psalm 125, as the psalmist compares the protection of the Lord to the mountains around Jerusalem. To suppor

Psalm 124 has been called a wonderful psalm of God’s protective care. It’s a psalm of great imagery—painting a picture of the terrible disaster that would have befallen God’s people had not He intervened. Join Dr. James Boice on The Bible Study Hour as he explores the depths of this great psalm of d

Psalm 123 has been called a psalm for the eyes. It’s a psalm that encourages us to look up to our God, much as a slave in ancient times would look to his master. Join Dr. James Boice on The Bible Study Hour as he explores this brief psalm encouraging God’s people to look up--while the rest of the wo

We could never feel as strongly about our own home towns as the Jews felt about the city of Jerusalem. It was Israel’s capital and the spiritual center of the nation. But Jerusalem was just an earthly city, and—while believers are called to pray for its peace—we await a far better place. Join Dr. Ja

Psalm 121 has rightly been called, “The Travelers’ Psalm”. It’s a psalm the ancient pilgrims sang as they crested the ridge overlooking Jerusalem, and it’s a psalm that’s comforted many modern-day travelers and refugees. Join us for The Bible Study Hour as we explore the psalm that’s encouraged gene

While the Apostle Paul had a lot to say on the subject of tongues, he had a lot more to say on the much broader subject of spiritual gifts in general. Join Dr. James Boice next time on The Bible Study Hour as he emphasizes the important topic of believers exercising their spiritual gifts for the ben

As each of the three annual feasts of the Israelites approached, the roads leading up to Jerusalem were lined with pilgrims making their way to the Temple. The feasts reflected the desire of God for His people to remember and give thanks, and the desire of the people to worship their God. Join Dr. J

At the end of the Bible’s longest psalm, we find the psalmist crying out to the Lord. Now aware of his lost condition and constant need for God’s grace, the author calls on Him in humility. Join Dr. James Boice as he concludes his study of Psalm 119 and points us to the proper attitude of a serious

As our study of Psalm 119 draws near to a close, the frequent prayers of the psalmist diminish…but, not from a lack of faith. The psalmist has made his petitions, and now they’re replaced by a quiet obedience as he waits upon the Lord. Join Dr. James Boice on The Bible Study Hour as he continues his

In the midst of his enemies, the author of the Psalm 119 remembers an important precept: while his enemies may be close by, God is also near at hand and can be trusted in times of trouble. Join Dr. James Boice on The Bible Study Hour as he reminds us of the importance of prayer, not only when danger