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.

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Prophets Amos and Micah, When Religion Isn’t Enough—Understanding Justice and How to Apply It

2026-05-09 by Yvon Prehn

This lesson explores the ministries of the prophets Amos and Micah, who preached during a time of outward religious activity but deep moral and spiritual corruption.

Though the people continued religious ceremonies, they ignored justice, mercy, humility, and care for others–and in this we see reminders of our world today.

Amos warned the Northern Kingdom of Israel before its destruction, while Micah challenged the Southern Kingdom of Judah with similar messages. Both prophets reminded God’s people that true faith is not simply religious observance, but a transformed life reflecting God’s character through justice, mercy, and humility.

The lesson especially focuses on Micah 6:8 and the call to “act justly, love mercy, and walk humbly with your God.” We go into detail on the meanings of each of these terms in practical ways for our lives.

Following is the podcast, video, and below them a PDF copy of the Notes and Discussion Guide.

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Jonah, about so much more than a fish

2026-05-09 by Yvon Prehn

This lesson on Jonah reminds us that the story is about far more than a man swallowed by a fish. It is a true historical account, affirmed by Jesus, and filled with powerful lessons about obedience, mercy, and God’s heart for all people.

Jonah was not an unknown or struggling prophet—he was successful, respected, and accustomed to delivering good news to his own people. But when God called him to preach repentance to the brutal and hated Assyrians, Jonah refused. Instead of obeying, he ran in the opposite direction and through the storm, the great fish, and Jonah’s repentance, we see that disobedience never leads to a better outcome. God’s discipline is not meant to destroy us, but to bring us back to Him. When Jonah finally obeyed, the people of Nineveh repented, and God showed them mercy.

However, Jonah’s response reveals one of the most challenging truths in the lesson—he was angry at God’s compassion. He wanted mercy for himself but not for others. This exposes a common struggle in our own hearts.

The lesson concludes with three major applications: God’s mercy extends to even the worst people, we cannot assume who has or has not heard God’s message, and new believers need teaching and follow-up to grow in their faith. Ultimately, Jonah points us to Jesus, who perfectly obeyed God and completed the work He was given.

Following is the podcast, video, and below them a PDF copy of the Notes and Discussion Guide. 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/FKaZA

Psalms, How to be a disciple 24/7

2026-04-25 by bible805

This lesson provides an overview of the book of Psalms and focuses on how it teaches us to live as growing disciples of Jesus in every part of life. While many associate Psalms primarily with David, the book is a rich collection written by multiple authors over a long span of time, covering a wide range of human experiences and emotions.

The Psalms are more than songs or poetry—they are a model of ongoing, honest communication with God. They show us that discipleship is not limited to outward actions or occasional religious practices, but is a 24/7 relationship where every part of life is brought before God. Joy, anger, fear, confusion, gratitude, and repentance are all expressed openly.

Ultimately, the Psalms teach us that nothing in our lives is off-limits to God. True discipleship means living in constant awareness of His presence, honestly bringing everything to Him, and allowing Him to shape our hearts over time.

Following is the podcast and video PowerPoint of the lesson and below them the downloadable Notes and Discussion Guide. If you’d like to teach the lessons or download the editable PowerPoint, Notes, Discussion Guide, and the video without YouTube ads, you can go to www.Bible805Academy.com.

Happy Corrections Series, Lesson 3: Because Life as a Christian Isn’t Always Easy

2026-04-25 by bible805

This lesson addresses a common misunderstanding in the Christian life: the expectation that following Jesus should result in an easier, trouble-free life. In reality, the Bible teaches that trials are not only inevitable but also purposeful. Our surprise at difficulties often comes from incorrect views of salvation and a lack of understanding of what the Bible teaches about suffering.

True salvation is not simply a one-time decision that guarantees comfort, but the beginning of a life of discipleship. As we grow in that discipleship, God uses trials as a primary tool to shape our character, deepen our faith, and align our lives with His purposes.

The lesson outlines seven key ways God uses trials: He is present in them, uses them for spiritual growth, works through them to help others, teaches us true hope, develops thankfulness, reveals truth about Himself, and refocuses our lives on eternity. Trials are not meaningless interruptions, but part of God’s intentional work in our lives.

Ultimately, this lesson challenges us to shift our perspective—from avoiding trials to understanding and responding to them in ways that honor God. Even when we do not feel strong, we are called to trust Him, obey Him, and continue forward in faith.

Happy Corrections Series, Lesson 2: The 10 Commandments, swearing, and what God really hates

2026-04-25 by bible805

This lesson explores a commonly misunderstood commandment from the Ten Commandments: “You shall not take the name of the Lord your God in vain.” While many people assume this refers only to using God’s name as a swear word, the lesson shows that its meaning is far deeper. It relates to how we live as people who bear God’s name and represent Him to the world.

Set in the context of Israel’s redemption from Egypt, the commandments were given not as restrictions, but as guidelines for a life of fulfillment, peace, and joy. God had rescued His people and now called them to live in a way that reflected His character.

The lesson emphasizes that taking God’s name in vain includes living in a way that contradicts His character, especially through patterns like complaining, grumbling, and lack of trust. These attitudes reveal a deeper issue of not trusting God and can grow into destructive habits. In contrast, cultivating gratitude, trust, and praise strengthens our faith and enables us to represent God well in the world.

Following is the podcast and video PowerPoint of the lesson and below them are the downloadable Notes and Discussion Guide.

If you’d like to teach the lessons or download the editable PowerPoint, Notes, Discussion Guide, and the video without YouTube ads, you can go to www.Bible805Academy.com.

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Happy Corrections, Lesson 1—Confusion About Applying Bible Stories

2026-04-24 by bible805

Many Christians become confused or disappointed when they expect God to act toward them exactly as He did in the lives of biblical characters. While God’s nature never changes, His actions in specific historical situations often served unique purposes in His redemptive plan. This lesson clarifies how to properly understand and apply the story or narrative sections of the Bible—stories that reveal God’s character and work through human lives yet were not written as direct promises or commands to us.

Using Gideon’s “fleece” as a case study, the lesson teaches that not every biblical story gives us a pattern to imitate. Instead, narratives show what God did, not necessarily what we should do. Proper application requires understanding genre, context, and the larger story of Scripture—from Genesis to Revelation—where God alone is always the hero.

Following is the podcast and video PowerPoint of the lesson and below them are the downloadable Notes and Discussion Guide.

If you’d like to teach the lessons or download the editable PowerPoint, Notes, Discussion Guide, and the video without YouTube ads, you can go to www.Bible805Academy.com.

Thru the Bible, Lesson #15 David, great goodness and great sin, yet always a man after God’s own heart

2026-04-18 by bible805

This lesson explores one of the most well-known yet often misunderstood descriptions in the Bible: David as “a man after God’s own heart.” At first, this may seem confusing, considering David’s serious sins, including adultery and murder. However, a deeper look reveals that this description is not about perfection, but about the direction, response, and commitment of the heart.

The lesson explains that the “heart” in the Bible refers to the center of a person’s inner life—their thoughts, desires, will, and character. To be after God’s heart means to align what is most important to us with what is important to God, and to respond to Him with humility, obedience, and repentance when we fail.

David’s life demonstrates both great faithfulness and serious failure. Yet his consistent pattern was to trust God, obey His commands, refuse to take matters into his own hands, and repent deeply when he sinned. Even through trials, delays, and personal failure, David maintained a heart committed to God’s will.

Ultimately, this lesson reminds us that spiritual growth is not a straight line. It includes struggles, failures, and restoration. What defines a person after God’s heart is not perfection, but a persistent commitment to follow Him, respond rightly to correction, and continue in faithful service.

Thru the Bible, Lesson #14 Samuel and Saul, the importance of listening to God and how to do it

2026-04-11 by bible805

This lesson from the lives of Samuel and Saul focuses on the importance of listening to God and the consequences of ignoring Him. From an early age, Samuel learned to recognize and obey God’s voice, even when it was difficult. His life demonstrates steady faithfulness, humility, and obedience over time.

In contrast, Saul’s life shows what happens when a person repeatedly chooses not to listen to God. Though he began with great promise, his impatience, fear of others, and tendency to justify his actions led to spiritual failure and ultimately a tragic end.

The lesson emphasizes that listening to God is essential for living the life we were created for. God speaks through His Word, and we are called to respond with trust and obedience. When we fail to listen, we often try to control outcomes, justify our choices, or manipulate situations, all of which lead us away from God’s best.

Ultimately, this lesson reminds us that we each have a choice: to live like Samuel, listening and obeying, or like Saul, doing what seems right in our own eyes. The results of that choice shape the direction of our lives.

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Thru the Bible Lesson #13 Judges and Ruth, my way or God’s way–how to live the best way

2026-04-11 by bible805

This lesson from Judges and Ruth contrasts two ways of living: doing things our way or following God’s way. The book of Judges presents a sobering picture of what happens when people repeatedly choose their own path. Over hundreds of years, Israel cycles through sin, consequences, repentance, and deliverance, only to repeat the pattern again. The summary statement of the book captures it clearly: people did what was right in their own eyes.

Judges reminds us that human “heroes” are deeply flawed and that God alone is the true hero of the story. Though He shows mercy and raises up leaders to deliver His people, the deeper issue of the heart is often left unchanged, leading to continued failure.

In contrast, the book of Ruth offers a quiet but powerful example of faithfulness. In the midst of a dark and chaotic time, Ruth chooses to trust God and follow Him, and God works through her life in ways far greater than she could have imagined. Her story reminds us that even in difficult circumstances, God is always at work through those who trust Him.

Together, these books challenge us to choose God’s way over our own, to live intentionally according to His truth, and to trust that His way leads to the best life.

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Thru the Bible, Lesson #12 Joshua, how to fight and win in the battles of life

2026-04-11 by bible805

This lesson from the book of Joshua presents the Christian life as a spiritual battle and offers practical guidance on how to live faithfully in the midst of it. After years of wandering, Israel enters the Promised Land, but instead of immediate rest, they face ongoing and opposition. This reflects the reality of the Christian life—after salvation begins the process of sanctification, where we grow to become more like Jesus.

Through nine key lessons, the book of Joshua shows that God gives His people victory, but they must trust Him, obey Him, and persevere. Challenges are not signs of failure but opportunities for growth. Success comes from grounding our lives in God’s Word, seeking His will, dealing honestly with sin, and refusing to quit.

The lesson emphasizes that the battle continues throughout life, but God is faithful. Whether in times of difficulty, failure, or discouragement, believers are called to keep trusting, keep obeying, and finish strong.

Thru the Bible, Lesson #11 Understand & Apply Bible Stories & Biblical Narratives

2026-04-11 by bible805

This lesson explains how to properly understand and apply the many stories found throughout the Bible. While narrative is one of the most engaging parts of Scripture, it is also one of the most misunderstood. Many people assume that if a Bible character acted in a certain way, we should do the same. However, the lesson makes clear that Bible stories are not primarily about us—they are about God and His work in history.

The lesson teaches that narratives record what actually happened, not necessarily what should have happened. Some actions in the Bible are examples to follow, while others are warnings of what not to do. To understand them correctly, we must consider the broader teaching of the Bible, the historical context, and the overall story of God’s plan of redemption.

A key principle is that God is the true hero of every Bible story. Individual accounts fit into a much larger story of creation, redemption, and restoration. When we read narratives with this perspective, we avoid misapplying them and instead learn what they reveal about God’s character, purposes, and ways of working.

Great exchanges, the Poem and PDFs of the Fasting life

2026-04-05 by Yvon Prehn

In the Hobo Soul Podcast we are looking at great exchanges we can make in our lives that help us be more pleasing to God. Below are some downloadable PDFs I created of the poem for you and then below them are the words to the poem. Just click on the image to download the PDFs. All the image PDFs are linked to each picture.

Listen to the Hobo Soul Podcast here: https://hobo-soul-podcast.captivate.fm/

Below are the words to the poem.

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