“America has become one, vast, terrifying community.” That rather radical statement was made by one observer of modern culture. Is it true? Have we lost the true sense of community that once bound us together, and has that loss reached its tentacles into the church? Join Dr. James Boice as he explor

Psalm 132 is a song of celebration of the Ark of the Covenant coming to Jerusalem. It’s also a celebration of what David did for God…but more importantly, what God would do for David. Join Dr. James Boice as he unpacks Psalm 132, the longest of the Psalms of Ascent, and its promises for David and Hi

Psalm 131 is one of the shortest in the Psalter, and while it’s one of the easiest to read, it contains in its three short verses one of the hardest lessons to learn. Join Dr. James Boice as he studies Psalm 131 and the essence of contentment. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://ww

While every part of the Bible is relevant, some parts speak to contemporary issues more directly than others, as is the case with the 14th chapter of First Corinthians. Join Dr. James Boice next time on The Bible Study Hour as he explains why the danger of people within the church doing what they wa

Psalm 130 is both a profound prayer and a great model of biblical exposition. In eight short verses, it contains both a penetrating explanation of the Gospel and the very essence of forgiveness. Join Dr. James Boice on The Bible Study Hour, as he follows the psalmist’s journey from his confession of

Most of us look back at the past and reflect on what we’ve accomplished, but for the nation Israel, looking back encompassed not what she had achieved, but what she had survived. Join Dr. James Boice as he reflects on both the suffering of a people and the reason for their survival. To support this

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