Bible Lessons

The Bible lessons on this site are the core, heart, and foundation of the Bible805 teaching ministry, whose purpose is to help you to know, trust, apply, and teach the Bible.

This site and ministry was designed to help both individuals do that and to equip and train those who want to teach the Bible.

There are hundreds of resources available here and are organized into topic areas with overview videos HERE. In addition, the drop-down menu above has topic areas you can click on for the individual lessons in them.

If you want to teach the materials, everything you need is available through the Bible805 Academy.

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Revive your interest in the Bible—fascinating facts about prophecy, God and time, & and why the Bible is like your favorite novel

2026-09-07 by bible805

Revive your interest in the Bible This lesson challenges us to see the Bible not as a scattered collection of loosely related writings, but as one coherent story with God as its primary Author. Its structure follows the movement of a great story—from creation and humanity’s rebellion, through God’s preparation for redemption, to the climax of the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus, and finally to Christ’s return and the New Heaven and New Earth. The lesson also explores how true history, predictive prophecy, and progressive revelation support the unity of the Bible. Because God is outside of time, He can reveal His plan across centuries while working through many human writers. The lesson concludes by asking where each of us fits in God’s great story and urges us to know the Bible well, obey it, and faithfully live the part God has given us.

Following are the podcast, video, and lesson handouts.

If you would like the original, editable files for this lesson to use freely in your teaching, go to the following link from the Bible805 Academy:https://bible805academy.com/b/Bz5bw

The Bible, Human or Divine? Three Reasons why we know God really is the author of the Bible

2026-08-20 by Yvon Prehn

Infographic of Biblical writers and world history — (White space is the bottom of the 8.5×11 PDF) This infographic illustrates the importance of the foundation of the Bible on TRUE history, which is essential for prophecy to be true. CLICK on image to download a copy of it.

The Bible is not just a collection of ancient texts; it’s a divine communication that offers everything we need for a meaningful relationship with God. In this lesson, we explore the question of whether the Bible is human or divine, examining three compelling reasons that affirm its divine authorship. First, we’ll look at how the Bible’s content is rooted in true history, providing a solid foundation for understanding its significance. Next, we’ll discuss the unique nature of biblical prophecy, revealing how predictions made centuries ago have come to pass, indicating an author who exists outside of time. Finally, we’ll highlight the consistent voice throughout the Bible that resonates with divine truth, distinguishing it from other religious writings.

Following are the podcast, video, and lesson handouts.

If you would like the original, editable files for this lesson to use freely in your teaching, go to the following link from the Bible805 Academy: https://bible805academy.com/b/U8W1I

Lesson handouts of notes, questions, infographics associated with the lesson — Click on the image to download the PDF of notes, questions, and related infographics for this lesson

The Bible, Novel or Short Story Collection, Part One, why it matters tremendously now and forever

2026-08-12 by bible805

Infographic on the Bible as Novel, not a collection of short Stories — Understanding that the Bible is like a NOVEL, not a collection of short stories, has a tremendous impact on our faith. Click on the image to download a PDF of it.

Understanding whether the Bible is a like a cohesive novel or a collection of short stories is crucial to how we engage with it and respond to its teachings. This lesson explores the implications of viewing the Bible as one unified story versus a scattered anthology of human writings. We unpack how these differing perspectives influence our interpretations and applications of biblical teachings in our lives. I’ll share insights on the historical context of these views, touching on the Enlightenment’s impact and the rise of human reason in biblical scholarship. We’ll also explore the structural elements of storytelling as outlined by Gustav Freytag, comparing them to the narrative of the Bible, ultimately revealing why seeing it as a single narrative authored by God carries profound significance for our faith and understanding of God’s purpose.

Following are the podcast, video, and lesson handouts.

If you would like the original, editable files for this lesson to use freely in your teaching, go to the following link from the Bible805 Academy: https://bible805academy.com/b/PdkJm

The Story of the Bible is GOOD NEWS–good news of salvation in Jesus

2026-08-04 by Yvon Prehn

The topic of this lesson is that the story of the Bible is fundamentally the story of good news—the good news of salvation through Jesus. We explore what the term “Gospel” really means and why it’s essential for us to understand. The reality is that God didn’t just sit back and watch as we made a mess of our lives; instead, He took action with profound implications for our present and future. We talk about our inherent struggle with sin, the ways we often miss the mark, and how this affects our relationship with God. Ultimately, we unpack how accepting this good news can lead to forgiveness and a transformative relationship with Jesus, assuring us of a joyful eternity.

Following is the podcast, video, and lesson handouts.

If you would like the original, editable files for this lesson to use freely in your teaching, go to the following link from the Bible805 Academy: https://bible805academy.com/b/MT7rg

Who is Jesus, Really? Answers from history, other religions, and the Bible

2026-07-29 by bible805

This lesson examines the question, ‘Who is Jesus?’ by comparing the historical record, the teachings of other religions, and the testimony of the Bible. It emphasizes that Jesus is one of the best-attested figures of the ancient world, reviews historical sources inside and outside the Bible, contrasts Christianity’s understanding of Jesus with other worldviews, and challenges each person to decide who Jesus is and to live consistently with that answer.

Following is the podcast, video, and lesson handouts.

If you would like the original, editable files for this lesson to use freely in your teaching, go to the following link from the Bible805 Academy: https://bible805academy.com/b/YueN5

Life After Death, God’s gift or man’s wishful thinking? What the Old Testament has to say about it

2026-07-22 by bible805

This lesson demonstrates that the Old Testament consistently teaches the reality of life after death and bodily resurrection. Beginning with Job and continuing through Samuel, David, the Psalms, Isaiah, and Daniel, the lesson shows that God’s people looked forward to a real future with Him. Jesus affirmed these Scriptures when He corrected the Sadducees, and the lesson concludes that the hope of eternal life is a consistent message from Genesis to Revelation through God’s unchanging character and the saving work of Jesus Christ.

NOTE on this lesson: the Discussion Guide and particularly the application notes make this a very significant lesson for your church or small group. Do check it out for assurance for your people on this most important topic.

If you would like the original, editable files for this lesson to use freely in your teaching, go to the following link from the Bible805 Academy: https://bible805academy.com/b/a79h6

Understanding the Trinity, Part Three–the Trinity throughout the Bible

2026-07-15 by bible805

This lesson traces the revelation of the Trinity throughout the Old and New Testaments. It shows how God progressively revealed Himself as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, explains the roles of each Person in Scripture, and encourages believers to know God more deeply through careful study of the Bible.

Following is the podcast, video, and below them a PDF copy of the class handouts that includes the Notes, Discussion Guide, and the infographics on the Trinity.

If you would like the original, editable files for this lesson to use freely in your teaching, go to the following link from the Bible805 Academy: https://bible805academy.com/b/JHYPe