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Ten Minute Bible Talks
Top 5 devotional podcasts worldwide according to Chartable.com: Connect with God in the time it takes you to drive to work or empty the dishwasher. Every episode focuses on one passage, explains it and applies it to your life. Co-hosted by Keith Simon, Jensen Holt McNair, Tanya Willmeth, Jeff Parrett and Patrick Miller.
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Oct 3, 2025 • 13min
From Performance to Praise | Historical Books | 2 Kings 5:1-19a
Are you living under the weight of performance? How has the illusion of perfection stolen joy from your life? Are you willing to admit your helplessness? In today's episode, Jeff shares how 2 Kings 5:1-19a encourages us to live a life not of performance but of praise.
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Read the Bible with us in 2025! This year, we’re exploring the Historical Books—Joshua, Judges, 1 & 2 Samuel, and 1 & 2 Kings. Download your reading plan now.
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Passages: 2 Kings 5:1-19a

Oct 2, 2025 • 9min
How to Recognize False Prophets | Historical Books | 2 Kings 4:38-44
How can you recognize a false prophet? What's the role of God's prophets? How does Elisha point to Jesus? In today's episode, Patrick shares how 2 Kings 4:38-44 reminds us that Jesus, the God-man, is the ultimate prophet to obey.
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Read the Bible with us in 2025! This year, we’re exploring the Historical Books—Joshua, Judges, 1 & 2 Samuel, and 1 & 2 Kings. Download your reading plan now.
Your support makes TMBT possible. Ten Minute Bible Talks is a crowd-funded project. Join the TMBTeam to reach more people with the Bible. Give now.
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Passages: 2 Kings 4:38-44

Oct 1, 2025 • 10min
Is God Still Working? | Historical Books | 2 Kings 4:18-37
Explore how our struggles can cloud our view of God and challenge His goodness. Hear the poignant story of the Shunammite woman and her miraculous encounter with Elisha. Delve into the themes of faith and intervention as Elisha prays and acts to revive the woman's son. Discover the powerful message of how God's Spirit is with believers today, offering hope in desperate times. Learn how to navigate doubts and rely on God's presence, even when life feels overwhelming.

Sep 30, 2025 • 6min
Stop Trying to Be Someone You're Not | Historical Books | 2 Kings 4:1-17
Are you trying to be someone you're not? What are your strengths? Do you acknowledge you weaknesses? In today's episode, Tanya shares how 2 Kings 4:1-17 encourages us to lean on God, our strength.
If you're listening on Spotify, tell us about yourself and where you're listening from!
Read the Bible with us in 2025! This year, we’re exploring the Historical Books—Joshua, Judges, 1 & 2 Samuel, and 1 & 2 Kings. Download your reading plan now.
Your support makes TMBT possible. Ten Minute Bible Talks is a crowd-funded project. Join the TMBTeam to reach more people with the Bible. Give now.
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Passages: 2 Kings 4:1-17

Sep 29, 2025 • 10min
What Do You Depend On? | Historical Books | 2 Kings 3
How do you respond when things go wrong? Do you depend on God? Or do you depend on something else? In today's episode, Keith shares how 2 Kings 3 encourages us to fight our battles with utter dependence on God.
If you're listening on Spotify, tell us about yourself and where you're listening from!
Read the Bible with us in 2025! This year, we’re exploring the Historical Books—Joshua, Judges, 1 & 2 Samuel, and 1 & 2 Kings. Download your reading plan now.
Your support makes TMBT possible. Ten Minute Bible Talks is a crowd-funded project. Join the TMBTeam to reach more people with the Bible. Give now.
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Passages: 2 Kings 3

Sep 26, 2025 • 13min
Take a Risk! | Historical Books | 2 Kings 2:15-25
How do you handle uncertainty? Are you afraid of the unknown? When is right to take a risk? In today's episode, Jeff shares how 2 Kings 2:15-25 encourages us to take faithful risks for the Kingdom.
If you're listening on Spotify, tell us about yourself and where you're listening from!
Read the Bible with us in 2025! This year, we’re exploring the Historical Books—Joshua, Judges, 1 & 2 Samuel, and 1 & 2 Kings. Download your reading plan now.
Your support makes TMBT possible. Ten Minute Bible Talks is a crowd-funded project. Join the TMBTeam to reach more people with the Bible. Give now.
Like this content? Make sure to leave us a rating and share it so that others can find it, too. Use #asktmbt to connect with us, ask questions, and suggest topics. We'd love to hear from you!
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Passages: 2 Kings 2:15-25

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Sep 25, 2025 • 9min
Why Elijah Didn't Die | Historical Books | 2 Kings 2:1-14
Delve into the intriguing legacy of leadership with insights from George Washington's refusal of power. Explore biblical transitions that empower new generations, notably the relationship between Elijah and Elisha. Witness Elijah's miraculous crossing of the Jordan as a symbol of divine transition. Elisha's request for a double portion reveals true humility and dependence on God. Finally, discover how Jesus' departure gifts believers the Holy Spirit, enabling them to continue his work even more powerfully.

Sep 24, 2025 • 10min
Why Leadership Matters | Historical Books | 2 Kings 1
Why does leadership matter? How does Jesus represent us? What king do you follow? In today's episode, Jensen shares how 2 Kings 1 encourages us to follow Jesus, the humble and powerful king.
If you're listening on Spotify, tell us about yourself and where you're listening from!
Read the Bible with us in 2025! This year, we’re exploring the Historical Books—Joshua, Judges, 1 & 2 Samuel, and 1 & 2 Kings. Download your reading plan now.
Your support makes TMBT possible. Ten Minute Bible Talks is a crowd-funded project. Join the TMBTeam to reach more people with the Bible. Give now.
Like this content? Make sure to leave us a rating and share it so that others can find it, too. Use #asktmbt to connect with us, ask questions, and suggest topics. We'd love to hear from you!
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Passages: 2 Kings 1

Sep 23, 2025 • 8min
How to Stop Pretending | Historical Books | 1 Kings 22:29-51
Are you a pretender? Where are you tempted to put on a disguise? Are you trying to hide from God? In today's episode, Tanya shares how 1 Kings 22:29-51 reminds us that, because of Christ, we can step into the light and live honestly.
If you're listening on Spotify, tell us about yourself and where you're listening from!
Read the Bible with us in 2025! This year, we’re exploring the Historical Books—Joshua, Judges, 1 & 2 Samuel, and 1 & 2 Kings. Download your reading plan now.
Your support makes TMBT possible. Ten Minute Bible Talks is a crowd-funded project. Join the TMBTeam to reach more people with the Bible. Give now.
Like this content? Make sure to leave us a rating and share it so that others can find it, too. Use #asktmbt to connect with us, ask questions, and suggest topics. We'd love to hear from you!
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Passages: 1 Kings 22:29-51

Sep 22, 2025 • 11min
Your Sin Will Find You Out | Historical Books | 1 Kings 22:1-28
Are you trying to hide your sin? Are you listening to court prophets or close friends? Will God's word ever fail? In today's episode, Keith shares how 1 Kings 22:1-28 reminds us that your sin will eventually find you out.
If you're listening on Spotify, tell us about yourself and where you're listening from!
Read the Bible with us in 2025! This year, we’re exploring the Historical Books—Joshua, Judges, 1 & 2 Samuel, and 1 & 2 Kings. Download your reading plan now.
Your support makes TMBT possible. Ten Minute Bible Talks is a crowd-funded project. Join the TMBTeam to reach more people with the Bible. Give now.
Like this content? Make sure to leave us a rating and share it so that others can find it, too. Use #asktmbt to connect with us, ask questions, and suggest topics. We'd love to hear from you!
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Passages: 1 Kings 22:1-28