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S1E1 1 Samuel 24-27 When Mercy Wins: David Spares Saul (1 Samuel 24-27)
In this episode of Bible Study Basics, Mellie reads 1 Samuel 24–27 (N.I.V.) and walks through key moments in David’s life: sparing Saul in the cave, Abigail’s wise intervention with Nabal, David’s…
S1E1 1 Samuel 20-23 Covenant, Betrayal, and Escape: David & Jonathan in 1 Samuel 20–23
In this episode Mellie studies 1 Samuel chapters 20–23 (NIV), exploring David and Jonathan’s covenant, Jonathan’s risky loyalty, and David’s desperate flight from Saul. Key scenes covered include the…
S1E1 1 Samuel 16-19 Anointing, Giants, and Grace: David's Rise (1 Samuel 16–19)
Hi, and welcome back to Bible Study Basics with Mellie. Im getting over a cold, so forgive me if I cough a little. In this episode we study 1 Samuel 16-19: Davids secret anointing, his service to…
S1E1 1 Samuel 12-15 When Kings Fail: Lessons from Saul, Samuel & Jonathan
A clear, concise study of 1 Samuel 12–15 exploring Samuel’s farewell, Saul’s rise and decline, Jonathan’s faith-driven victory, and God’s call for obedience over ritual.
S1E1 1 Samuel 8-11 When God Is King: Lessons from 1 Samuel 8–11
In this episode of Bible Study Basics with Mellie we read 1 Samuel 8–11 (NIV). The study covers Israel’s demand for a human king, Samuel’s warning about kingship, the corrupt leaders that prompted…
S1E1 1 Samuel 4–7 The Lost Ark and God's Power: 1 Samuel 4–7 Explained
In this episode Mellie reads and reflects on 1 Samuel 4–7 (NIV), recounting the capture of the Ark, the Philistines' punishment, and the Ark's return. She explores how Israel's misuse of the Ark as…
S1E1 1 Samuel 1-3 Hannah’s Promise: How Prayer Brought Samuel
In this episode Mellie introduces the book of 1 Samuel and reads chapters 1–3 from the NIV Bible, focusing on Hannah’s barrenness and vow, Samuel’s dedication and growth, the corruption of Eli’s…
S1E1 Ruth 1-4: Loyalty, Redemption, and Unexpected Blessings
This episode walks through the entire book of Ruth, highlighting Naomi's loss, Ruth's loyalty, and Boaz's kindness that leads to redemption. Listen for themes of faithfulness, integrity, and how God…
S1E1 Judges 18-21 No King, No Order: Judges 18–21 — Idols, Atrocity, and Civil War
Mellie concludes the book of Judges by walking through chapters 18–21 (NIV), recounting the Danites' theft of Micah's idols, the horrific rape and murder in Gibeah, and the civil war that nearly…
S1E1 Judges 13-17 Samson: Strength, Sin, and Redemption — Judges 13–16
Hello, and welcome back to Bible Study Basics with Mellie. In this episode we study Judges 13–17, covering the birth and life of Samson, his feats of strength and failures (including Delilah’s…
S1E1 Judges 9-12 Thorns, Kings, and Broken Vows: Judges 9–12 Explained
In this episode of Bible Study Basics with Mellie we read Judges 9–12 (NIV), covering Abimelech’s violent rise and downfall, Jotham’s parable, the judges Tola and Jair, Jephthah’s contentious…
S1E1 Judges 5-8 Singing Victory: Deborah’s Song and Israel’s Triumph
In this episode Mellie reads Judges 5–8, presenting Deborah and Barak’s victory song and the story of Gideon’s calling, battles, and miracles. She draws out themes of faith, obedience, God’s…
S1E1 Judges 1-4 Unpacked: Fallen Heroes, Fierce Faith, and God's Mercy
In this episode Mellie introduces the Book of Judges (Judges 1–4), outlining its setting, themes of sin and repentance, and the recurring cycle of Israel's failure and God's deliverance. She…
S1E1 Joshua 20-24 Cities of Refuge to Covenant: Joshua 20–24 Unpacked
In this episode of Bible Study Basics with Mellie we finish Joshua 20–24 (NIV), covering the cities of refuge, the allocation of Levitical towns, the eastern tribes’ altar controversy, and Joshua’s…
S1E1 Joshua 15–19 Mapping the Promised Land: Unpacked
In this episode Mellie reads and explains Joshua 15–19 (NIV), walking through the detailed allotments and boundaries given to the tribes of Israel, highlighting key stories like Caleb and Aksa, the…
S1E1 Joshua 10–14 Sun Stood Still: Miracles, Conquest, and Courage
In this episode Mellie reads and discusses Joshua chapters 10–14 (NIV), covering the southern and northern campaigns, the miraculous prolonging of the day at Gibeon, the defeat of many kings, and the…
S1E1 Joshua 5-9 Walls Fall, Faith Rises: Jericho and the Power of Obedience
This episode walks through Joshua 5–9, covering Israel's renewal at Gilgal, the miraculous fall of Jericho, the sin and punishment of Achan, the conquest of Ai, and the deceptive treaty with the…
S1E1 Joshua 1-4 Crossing the Jordan: Joshua's Call to Courage and Obedience
Mellie introduces the book of Joshua, covering Joshua 1–4: God’s commission to Joshua, the spies and Rahab, the miraculous crossing of the Jordan, and the memorial of twelve stones. The episode…
S1E1 Deuteronomy 31-34 Moses' Final Charge: Commissioning Joshua and the Song of Warning
In this episode we finish Deuteronomy (chapters 31–34), covering Moses’ commissioning of Joshua, the recording and public reading of the law, Moses’ powerful song that warns Israel, blessings on the…
S1E1 Deuteronomy 26-30 Tithes, Blessings, and Curses: Lessons from Deuteronomy 26–30
In this episode Mellie walks through Deuteronomy 26–30, explaining first fruits and tithes, the altar and public recitations, the blessings for obedience and the severe curses for disobedience,…
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Bible Study Basics with Mellie has published 55 episodes since July 2025, covering topics in Technology.
Bible Study Basics with Mellie is currently highly active with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 47m.
