Join The Chara Project as they journey into the third era of the Story of the Bible—the Exodus, covering the powerful story found in Exodus through Deuteronomy.

After zooming in on one remarkable family (the Israelites) in the Patriarchs, we trace this same family’s journey 400 years later, as they multiply in Egypt, fall under oppression, and are miraculously delivered through Moses—a reluctant leader chosen and empowered by God.

We walk through the dramatic plagues, the first Passover, and the parting of the Red Sea, highlighting how each moment reveals God’s supremacy over false gods and His commitment to rescue His people.

You’ll see how God leads, provides, and remains faithful—even when His people doubt and wander. The episode unpacks why God gave the Law, and the significance of the sacrifices, the tabernacle, and the priesthood—all pointing forward to Jesus as the ultimate fulfillment of them all.

Whether you’re new to the Bible or growing in your study, this episode will help you understand the Exodus era within the larger story and deepen your confidence as you read the Bible for yourself.

This podcast is also released as a video podcast on YouTube here.

Access the Story of the Bible Guide at https://www.thecharaproject.com/storyofthebible

The Chara Project is a nonprofit organization with a mission to help build confidence in studying the Bible on your own and with your neighbor. Chara is the Greek word for JOY, and the Chara team offers resources and teaching to empower people to find joy as they explore the Bible, grow in their Biblical understanding, and help others do the same.

For more information about The Chara Project and how to study the Bible, including a download of the CHARA Bible Study Guide, visit www.thecharaproject.com.

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In this episode, join The Chara Project as they journey into the second era of the Story of the Bible—the Patriarchs (Genesis 12–50). After the sweeping overview of Creation, the Bible zooms in on one remarkable family through whom God will unfold His rescue plan for humanity.

Walk with Abraham as God calls him out of his homeland, establishes a covenant of blessing, and asks him to trust beyond what seems possible. Discover how God patiently fulfills His promises despite barrenness, doubt, and human attempts to “help” God along. See how Isaac and Jacob inherit these same promises, carrying the covenant forward through dramatic twists—deception, family conflict, divine encounters, and the birth of the twelve tribes of Israel.

Then follow Joseph, the beloved son betrayed and sold into slavery, whose story becomes a powerful testimony that God is present even in suffering. His rise to influence in Egypt and his choice to forgive his brothers reveal how God can transform what is meant for harm into salvation for many.

This episode brings the Patriarchs to life while tracing how each moment points forward to Jesus and the unfolding redemption story. Perfect for anyone eager to deepen their understanding of God's Word, and see the Bible’s big picture with clarity and confidence.

This podcast is also released as a video podcast on YouTube here.

Access the Story of the Bible Guide at https://www.thecharaproject.com/storyofthebible

The Chara Project is a nonprofit organization with a mission to help build confidence in studying the Bible on your own and with your neighbor. Chara is the Greek word for JOY, and the Chara team offers resources and teaching to empower people to find joy as they explore the Bible, grow in their Biblical understanding, and help others do the same.

For more information about The Chara Project and how to study the Bible, including a download of the CHARA Bible Study Guide, visit www.thecharaproject.com.

To support The Chara Project, visit https://www.thecharaproject.com/give

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Step into the opening pages of the Bible as The Chara Project team does a deep dive into the Story of the Bible. In this episode, they explore the Creation era (Genesis 1–11) and uncover the foundational truths that shape the entire biblical narrative.

Together, they unpack who God is, why He created the world, and what it means that humanity was made in His image. You’ll hear how God brings order to chaos, designs creation with purpose, and invites humanity to “rest and rule” with Him. But the story doesn’t stay idyllic for long as the team traces the heartbreaking ripple effects of the Fall—shame, blame, brokenness—and shows how these early events still help us understand the world today.

From Adam and Eve to Cain and Abel, from Noah and the flood to the Tower of Babel, this episode reveals how each moment points to humanity’s need for rescue—and God’s unwavering plan to redeem.

Whether you’re new to Bible study or eager to go deeper, this episode will help you see Genesis with fresh eyes and place yourself within God’s larger story.

This podcast is also released as a video podcast on YouTube here.

Access the Story of the Bible Guide at https://www.thecharaproject.com/storyofthebible

Access the Bible Project video on Genesis 1 referenced in the podcast at https://bibleproject.com/videos/genesis-1/

The Chara Project is a nonprofit organization with a mission to help build confidence in studying the Bible on your own and with your neighbor. Chara is the Greek word for JOY, and the Chara team offers resources and teaching to empower people to find joy as they explore the Bible, grow in their Biblical understanding, and help others do the same.

For more information about The Chara Project and how to study the Bible, including a download of the CHARA Bible Study Guide, visit www.thecharaproject.com.

To support The Chara Project, visit https://www.thecharaproject.com/give

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