HIStory: A Chronological Journey Through the Bible

Acts: God of Power

Jesus returns to the Father, the Holy Spirit comes to the church, and the gospel of Jesus spreads throughout the world.

John: God of the World

John lists stories of signs and miracles with the hope that readers will believe in Jesus.

Luke: God of the Outcast

Luke writes the most thorough account of Jesus’ life, pulling together eyewitness testimonies to tell the full story of Jesus.

Mark: God of the Romans

This brief account of Jesus’ earthly ministry highlights Jesus’ authority and servanthood.

Matthew: God of the Jews

This is an account of Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection, focusing on Jesus’ role as the true king of the Jews.

Esther: God of the Gallows

Among those exiles who did not return, God showed Himself mighty to protect them and establish them.

Ezra, Nehemiah, Malachi: God of the Temple, the Wall, and Worship

God calls His people back to restore the physical kingdom and puts His power on display while using broken leaders.

Chronicles: God of Judah

As the final book of the Hebrew Bible, this repeated history of Israel warns the generation of returned exiles not to make the same mistake of rejecting God as their ancestors did.