You know all about celebrating Christmas. But what about searching for Christmas? You say, "Why would I need to do that?" Because, as a culture, we've lost some significant parts of the advent story. This week on The Land and the Book, we sit down with J.D. Grear for compelling insights. And you won’t want to miss Charlie Dyer’s devotional, or our look at your latest Bible questions. That’s The Land and the Book, with our guest, J.D. Grear—on The Land and the Book.

You know all about celebrating Christmas. But what about searching for Christmas? You say, "Why would I need to do that?" Because, as a culture, we've lost some significant parts of the advent story. This week on The Land and the Book, we sit down with J.D. Grear for compelling insights. And you won&rsquo;t want to miss Charlie Dyer&rsquo;s devotional, or our look at your latest Bible questions. That&rsquo;s The Land and the Book, with our guest, J.D. Grear&mdash;on The Land and the Book.

Searching for Christmas

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It’s great to think about Jesus as a baby, Jesus in the manger, and Jesus on Mary’s lap. But we dare not forget that He was also born King. On this week’s edition of The Land and the Book, special guest Alistair Begg helps us understand that Christ's first coming was also about His second coming. He was born King, but Jesus will soon return as King of Kings! Don’t miss this encouraging conversation—next time on The Land and the Book. 

It’s great to think about Jesus as a baby, Jesus in the manger, and Jesus on Mary’s lap. But we dare not forget that He was also born King. On this week’s edition of The Land and the Book, special guest Alistair Begg helps us understand that Christ's first coming was also about His second coming. He was born King, but Jesus will soon return as King of Kings! Don’t miss this encouraging conversation—next time on The Land and the Book.

Let Earth Receive Her King

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A wise counselor once advised, “Keep the main thing the main thing.” But ironically, when it comes to Christmas, we let other things obscure the profound. What if we got it right, though? This week on The Land and the Book, you’re invited to join us for an adventure in Rediscovering Christmas! As always, we’ll tell you everything you need to know about this week’s events in the Middle East. And—we’ll answer a great set of Bible questions…all on The Land and the Book.

A wise counselor once advised, “Keep the main thing the main thing.” But ironically, when it comes to Christmas, we let other things obscure the profound. What if we got it right, though? This week on The Land and the Book, you’re invited to join us for an adventure in Rediscovering Christmas! As always, we’ll tell you everything you need to know about this week’s events in the Middle East. And—we’ll answer a great set of Bible questions…all on The Land and the Book.

Rediscovering Christmas

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Predictably, we meet them only during the Christmas season: Herod the Great—and Mary, the mother of Jesus. Both play an enormous role in that story. But a deeper look at their lives and legacies is a journey worth taking. This week on The Land and the Book—we’ll explore facets of Herod and Mary that will surprise and amaze. So, make it a point to join us for The Land and the Book. And invite a friend to listen, as well.

Predictably, we meet them only during the Christmas season: Herod the Great—and Mary, the mother of Jesus. Both play an enormous role in that story. But a deeper look at their lives and legacies is a journey worth taking. This week on The Land and the Book—we’ll explore facets of Herod and Mary that will surprise and amaze. So, make it a point to join us for The Land and the Book. And invite a friend to listen, as well.

Herod and Mary

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Is the gospel able to penetrate the world of Islam? Do you ever wonder what’s really happening in the Muslim world—especially in the Middle East?  Todd Nettleton was just there. This week on The Land and the Book, he shares firsthand accounts. You’ll hear true stories of Muslims turning to Christ—against all odds.  Stories that encourage you—and motivate you to pray—that’s this week’s edition of The Land and the Book. 

Is the gospel able to penetrate the world of Islam? Do you ever wonder what’s really happening in the Muslim world—especially in the Middle East?  Todd Nettleton was just there. This week on The Land and the Book, he shares firsthand accounts. You’ll hear true stories of Muslims turning to Christ—against all odds.  Stories that encourage you—and motivate you to pray—that’s this week’s edition of The Land and the Book.

Inside the Muslim World

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What’s YOUR unique purpose? You weren’t born with an instruction tag. But if you’re a Christian, the Bible offers an entire BOOK of instructions. And there’s no better place to understand your calling than by studying the life of Esther—who lived out her purpose very well. Special guest Dannah Gresh has an encouraging word for you when you join us this week for The Land and the Book. Plus…all the news you need to know from the Middle East…on The Land and the Book.

What’s YOUR unique purpose? You weren’t born with an instruction tag. But if you’re a Christian, the Bible offers an entire BOOK of instructions. And there’s no better place to understand your calling than by studying the life of Esther—who lived out her purpose very well. Special guest Dannah Gresh has an encouraging word for you when you join us this week for The Land and the Book. Plus…all the news you need to know from the Middle East…on The Land and the Book.

Esther - Becoming a Girl of Purpose

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We say I do…and live happily ever after, right? Isn’t that how marriage works? Actually, best-selling author Jerry Jenkins says we need to build hedges around our marriages. We’ll see examples in Bible times—and our times—this week on The Land and the Book. Plus, Charlie Dyer’s devotional takes us to a palm tree in the wilderness—with a message for you and me. That’s all this week on The Land and the Book! Join us!

We say I do…and live happily ever after, right? Isn’t that how marriage works? Actually, best-selling author Jerry Jenkins says we need to build hedges around our marriages. We’ll see examples in Bible times—and our times—this week on The Land and the Book. Plus, Charlie Dyer’s devotional takes us to a palm tree in the wilderness—with a message for you and me. That’s all this week on The Land and the Book! Join us!

Protecting Marriage— in the Bible—and at Home

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Be honest! Have you ever skipped over or given up on a book of the Bible like Numbers of Leviticus? These laws, rules, and rituals can be confusing and even daunting. Why did God include all these in the Bible? What does He want us to learn from them today? You'll be surprised at what you discover when you join us this week for The Land and the Book. We'll begin the adventure of "Delighting in God's Law" on The Land and the Book. 

Be honest! Have you ever skipped over or given up on a book of the Bible like Numbers of Leviticus? These laws, rules, and rituals can be confusing and even daunting. Why did God include all these in the Bible? What does He want us to learn from them today? You'll be surprised at what you discover when you join us this week for The Land and the Book. We'll begin the adventure of "Delighting in God's Law" on The Land and the Book.

Delighting in God’s Law

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As believers, we were horrified when Hamas attacked Israel last October. But the events that followed also had an enormous impact on Palestinian believers in the Gaza Strip. Tom Doyle has been there many times. This week on The Land and the Book, he brings us the stories of brothers and sisters who are dealing with the fallout. These are stories we need to hear, so don't miss this week's edition of The Land and the Book.

As believers, we were horrified when Hamas attacked Israel last October. But the events that followed also had an enormous impact on Palestinian believers in the Gaza Strip. Tom Doyle has been there many times. This week on The Land and the Book, he brings us the stories of brothers and sisters who are dealing with the fallout. These are stories we need to hear, so don't miss this week's edition of The Land and the Book.

The War’s Impact on Palestinian Believers

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This week on The Land and the Book, you’ll meet the Characters of Creation: Adam and Eve, Cain and Abel…the serpent…and more. We’ll ask questions like—why didn’t God keep the serpent out of the Garden? Were Adam and Eve to blame for Cain’s failure? Plus, Charlie Dyer’s devotional will help you understand the Jewish festival known as Sukkot (Sue-COAT). It’s a lively conversation—this week on The Land and the Book.

This week on The Land and the Book, you’ll meet the Characters of Creation: Adam and Eve, Cain and Abel…the serpent…and more. We’ll ask questions like—why didn’t God keep the serpent out of the Garden? Were Adam and Eve to blame for Cain’s failure? Plus, Charlie Dyer’s devotional will help you understand the Jewish festival known as Sukkot (Sue-COAT). It’s a lively conversation—this week on The Land and the Book.

The Characters of Creation

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The Land and the Book helps listeners understand a biblical perspective on the Middle East’s complex tapestry of people and events. Join Charlie Dyer and Jon Gauger as they explore biblical, archaeological and prophetic events.

The Land and the Book

Does the Middle East seem like a confusing, complex tapestry of people and events? For a unique biblical perspective, join Dr. Charlie Dyer and Jon Gauger for The Land and the Book. Every week this gifted team brings you terrific stories of God at work as they explore biblical, archaeological, and prophetic events. Enjoy great guests, intriguing listener questions, and more!

Does the Middle East seem like a confusing, complex tapestry of people and events? For a unique biblical perspective, join Dr. Charlie Dyer and Jon Gauger for The Land and the Book. Every week this gifted team brings you terrific stories of God at work as they explore biblical, archaeological, and prophetic events. Enjoy great guests, intriguing listener questions, and more!

The Land and the Book

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