The Bible Recap: Prep Episode 3 - Why Reading the Whole Bible is Important (with Lee McDerment)

[@burjeduro]

The fact that Pastor Lee doesn't remember what he told Tara that changed her life completely shows us the power of words. We may not remember what we said, but those words may build up or tear down the listener. Jesus said, “But I say to you that for every idle word men may speak, they will give account of it in the day of judgment.”- Mat 12፥36 (NKJV) May God help us to speak life, in Jesus's Name. Amen.

[@markbethany5802]

So true

[@jeandiehl5074]

This also encourages me to know that I may be influencing people for Christ in everyday conversation.

[@TM_AZ]

"But for me, it was Tuesday."

[@teacherdavid--eatplaylearn5013]

Great reminder! Many times we said some ENCOURAGEMENTS to others and they REMEMBERED and got MOTIVATED by the words. 💪🤩👍 However, same rule applies when we accidentally said the WRONG things.😅😅😅 Let us CONTINUE to BLESS others for God . 😇🥰🤗 Blessings from Taiwan 🇹🇼🎁 Jesus loves everyone 😇🥰

[@jqclark21]

@@TM_AZI had to go Google this to see what it was from, and that took me down a rabbit hole - I’d never seen the movie, and tho it’s a secular film, it’s a great quote to help me remember both the significance of the impact of my words and actions on others and the impact of others’ words and actions on me. Going further, I can remember things people said to me years ago that hurt deeply that I haven’t healed from (by choice?), but if I mentioned it to them, they wouldn’t likely remember saying it at all or even what day of the week it was. And likewise - I’ve said things that have hurt others that have since left my memory, but they still remember.

[@t.j.dennis3888]

We read not as a chore, but to bask in His glory! This is my life's energy..

[@e.darlenelundy-veo3157]

Amen!

[@alishajoh]

Excited to start this plan in 2025 🙌🏽🙏🏽

[@reginamccurdy6]

Me too!

[@BloomByCC]

Tara, i accidentally clicked back on this episode instead of episode 217, which is where i am in my study and I AM SO GRATEFUL I DID. I don't think it was accidental, i think God wanted to remind me that this is a process... I'm not supposed to get it all the first time. I'm so hard on myself, God is so gentle with me.

[@GlendaPimentelVergeldedios]

Same here. I was feeling that way too, but Tara’s encouragement is so much appreciated. And yes, God is gentle indeed. 😭

[@vnedecim]

Being a kinesthetic learner, I need to type my notes: 1. It is not about you. It is about God. 2. Keep reading and fall in love with the main character-G_d. 3. Read it with friends, with the community. 4. Reading will increase your relationship (friendship) with God. 5. Treasure it. 6. The Bible needs to be used to know God not to be used as a weapon to politicize etc. 7. If you feel that you are having a hard time in reading, go past through it. Persevere. 8. Look for Jesus in every page (especially if you find the book boring). My prayer for us is that may all of us read through the Bible with openness to learning and understanding God's nature in changing our lives. Happy Reading through the Bible in 2024!

[@charliesangel2731]

Thank you for typing that!! ❤ It helps me to read what I'm listening to.

[@queenofohara5220]

Loved your comment t and your points .

[@trinaaker761]

“Read it again and stop looking for yourself; you’re reading it like a mirror - looking for yourself. Shift to reading it as a book about God.”

[@agentxcix882]

This just recently opened up to me!! Love this❤

[@luannmartelli5536]

Starting today, first time

[@debbiemyres3670]

Please pray for all of us to get through the whole bible, me especially. I have attention problems. I get distracted by so easily. When Im alone the smallest thought will make me jump up in the middle of something and leave what I was doing. I know sometimes when Im not going to be focused. Praying before everything I do has helped me more than anything. The the phrase "Just Believe" is also helpful. I have been a Christian from birth from the committment my parents made to going to all the church services but I didn't read the read the bible until I was older. Being hurt and brought to your knees is when my relationship with God began. I was 23. Then I became a member of a church that's whole intent is to build that relationship with Jesus through the word og God and not by just hearing commentaru. The reason I knew it was the church for me is everyone that stood at the podium including the Preacher said "Turn with me now to bible.. " Then I heard the pages of 100s of bible turning. To this day it is the most beautiful sound I have ever heard. It mived me. I muss it niw because of technology. Thank you for this opportuniniry. ❤🙏❤

[@Aritul]

I hope you were able to read through the whole Bible.

[@karlene789]

No one is a Christian from birth. Please speak to a pastor or someone who can show you how to become a Christian. Prayers for you. ♥️🙏

[@joycelong7551]

I am easily distracted too

[@jilllopez2459]

Starting year number two. So excited about reading the Bible again. Thank you for this program TLC. What a difference this program has made in my vision of God. Thank you!

[@lisarainey7988]

Incredible conversation. It’s not a mirror. It’s not a story about you. It’s a story about God. I’m pretty excited to read through again with this intentional lens.

[@mrsh53]

I've read through the Bible lots of times in my 69 years (including chronologically) but I'm looking forward to a different way. I've invited my daughter, sister and niece to join me in You Version. I fell in love with the Old Testament 35 years ago 💕

[@tashets]

How did you go? I turn 40 this year. 2024. I've also tried so many times. Think I've made it to February before. Sounds terrible. I find it so difficult to maintain engagement without turning it into just another daily task. I've come across this plan and I'm feeling super encouraged. 2024 might be the year 🤷🏼‍♀️🙏

[@VirginiaGreer-r2y]

I love the Old Testament!

[@dellapearl]

@@tashetsMe too. I think some key advice given concerning that is to do it with friends. I failed miserably last year - on my own. This year, I’m doing it with friends and none of us (4) live in the same state. That will add an interesting slant to this because hopefully no one will hold back in their encouragement or exhortation within our little group.

[@joshuabrewer5993]

What is the authors recommendation for chronological reading? And could you speak to or lead me to a place that you speak about the impact visiting Israel has had on your experience of the unfolding of the scripture? Thank you in advance and thank you for all you do!!

[@citizen314]

I just finished my first year of the Bible Recap. God Bless you and your ministry. All I can say as I begin year two is THANK YOU.

[@jgator6694]

Can you help me understand? What is year 2 about? I thought we were to read the Bible in year one?

[@citizen314]

@@jgator6694 it means I am rereading it again. I joined last year and loved the experience. It keeps me in the word and love the commentary on each reading. God Bless.

[@jgator6694]

@@citizen314 Thank you!! Sounds wonderful and makes a lot of sense. 😊

[@deniseleavens919]

Me, too! I am so happy for you and me!

[@molly_moore]

"Pray before reading...God if you're real, speak to me." Encouraging words that made me cry.

[@charliesangel2731]

I always sing in my mind that the words of "Word of God speak, would pour down like rain..." etc. using it as a prayer.

[@janetwilde6803]

I really appreciated going through the Bible this past year with all the encouragement from the Bible Recap!! THANK YOU!!

[@augustrose5]

6:49 "Stop looking for yourself..." is powerful. I'm looking forward to trying this reading plan.

[@phillipcarr4903]

That really struck a chord with me. I believe that it is human nature to read the Bible as if it were a mirror. I look forward to reading the Bible this year with a new perspective.

[@kathykerbermusic6727]

Thank you for this reminder of the responsibility of the worship leader to have read through the ENTIRE Bible. Looking forward to this year and what God will do in us!

[@lynetteledoux2845]

23:52 if you there are obstacles to reading the Bible … AWESOME … I encourage us all to listen to those 5 minutes again and again.

[@reginamccurdy6]

This stood out to me as well!

[@lorrainestarks6628]

I'm looking forward to this study. I want a closer relationship with my God , the Father!!

[@coryk937]

22:29 - Prayer before reading the Bible. God, if you're real, will you please speak to me? 🙏🙏🙏

[@kathleenrobinson1088]

Watching this interview has blessed me tremendously. It has me so excited to read the Word, I want to read it all right now. I want to see God.

[@kirkleggott2415]

Watching this interview (again) this morning, I was reminded of the very first time I read all the way through the Bible, about a year before I was saved. A friend who knew Jesus basically challenged me to read it, as a way to answer the questions I was peppering her with. I went into it with much the same approach recommended by Pastor Lee: God, if you’re real, show yourself to me. And He did! But I wish I had had something like the Bible Recap, as much of the Old Testament particularly was really hard to put into context. Nonetheless, God overcame the obstacles and met me in His Word, and I’ve been following Jesus for nearly 45 years as a result.

[@timjoebob1]

This conversation (this Prep Episode) changed the trajectory of my life in December of 2019. Completing my third year through (the last two leading others through as well), The Bible Recap carried me through pandemic, isolation, Ministry experiences, racial strife, a politically charged environment, and so much more. I am forever grateful for Lee McDerment, TLC, and this Prep Episode!

[@kenr7715]

Our church pastor just passed on info about the YouVersion app and The Bible Recap at service last Sunday and I LOVE IT! Also, enjoyed hearing from Pastor Lee. I did modify his quote on what to say to yourself every time you read your bible, changed it to "God, I know you are real. Please speak to me!" Replaced "if" with "I know", because I do know. I recently finished my first bible in a year and can't wait to start again this evening using your book and videos!

[@angier5106]

This is my year! I’ve already had so much peace and burden lifted from me from just a few months of realizing this. I started a few other plans but from different people commenting, it seemed this would explain things more thoroughly, which I feel might be helpful for me starting new again, to make sure I understand all of the teachings. I’m just so excited to start my year with what I feel is the correct focus, and read the entire bible and have Bible Recap make sure I don’t miss anything! I’m happy to be in this place with you all. I’m so happy to be a part of the Bible Recap 🙏🏼✨

[@ginamarieh7691]

This will be my 17th time of reading the Bible all the way through in 8 1/2 years, and every time I've read it, I ask the Lord to show me new things and He has!! I'm excited to be starting my 17th time. I do wish you offered the study guide in printable version. Then I'd print them and use a binder.

[@syrildaforeman8379]

She does! Go to the website.

[@somethingcolourful1]

I don’t remember seeing this prep episode before, but it was so powerful to me today. I’m super sick with a virus, so I’ve been randomly watching the prep episodes, but I am so inspired and excited to start this journey again. I haven’t found someone to do the journey with me yet, but God’s got his hand on it. We’ll see who he brings to the party!

[@guzzi95]

Thank you both so much! I use the You Version Bible app and I started the Bible Recap yesterday. I am thankful to have found this. May God continue to Bless you today and always!☝

[@AggiePrideX7]

This was an incredible dialogue that helped me so much as I start my journey reading through the Bible this year! Thank you for such authenticity and transparency.

[@healedandforgiven7321]

Just want to encourage you and what you're doing! A friend from childhood and Christian summer camp shared Bible Recap with me this morning at coffee. As my Biblical knowledge is piecemealed from jumping all over the Bible these past 3 years since coming to Christ, my heart's desire has really been to read it ALL chronologically, but also have context along with it! I'm now going to start up a small group of those from my church who will do the entire year program you have put together, meeting up monthly to discuss anything we don't understand or care to share. Really thankful to the Lord for what He has done in inspiring you, Tara-Leigh (via His channels of Pastor Lee and Andrew Dupree), to make the learning piece more digestible for those who haven't read the entire Bible and want to. Plan to report back soon! Thank you for helping make disciples!

[@SavedByGracePH]

"Isaiah-the fifth Gospel Book," this is the first time I've heard of this joke. That's a good one! Haha! Thank you for inspiring us, Pastor Lee McDerment!

[@RobertJohnson-de5zi]

I am so glad that I picked up this plan! I have read through the Bible five times with YouVersion and five different plans to help me through. This is the first time that I have ever heard to not look at it as a mirror. There were moments, and a lot of them where it was easy to see God for who He is but then it was also easy to look at it as a mirror again. This time through I pray I can focus more to see who God is in all His Wonder! Thank you Tara-Leigh!

[@kellymott7281]

Thank you for this plan! I treasure the opportunity to read the Bible through again with a deeper friendship with God. I want to know Him better each time I read it.

[@Teresa-jd3iy]

Wow! I don't even remember watching this video last year, but I really appreciate the guidance and encouragement that it gives. 22:20

[@brawls77]

This convo is such a must hear to provide individual courage to read through it all. Especially the parts I wasn't looking forward too due to past experiences, way to give a different perspective to arm us with the armor to push through it and find the treasures there. Looking forward to this journey

[@sibesonangalelwa8900]

This is so beautiful... I have been encouraged powerfully. I will read through the Bible for the first time.

[@renehall8254]

I always struggled with Job. That is, until Bible Recap. Going through Job with you encouraged me to go through the book chapter by chapter and take notes verse by verse. I’m still going through it on my own even though I’m reading Exodus with the recap. Thank you for your ministry and your heart for Christ.

[@carolyngillihan5085]

I’ve read through the Bible in a year many times since becoming a Christian 50 years ago. I decided to give this reading of the Bible recap, and I’m so glad. I love how Tera Lee cobble recaps each reading. It’s so worthwhile encourage anyone to give it a try.

[@NayShea7]

I've read through the full bible once and have read and listened to new testment many times but the bible recap plan keeps popping up. I'm excited to get started on this tomorrow 2024🎉

[@tashets]

Me too here in Australia giving this plan a go for the 1st time 😊

[@cammmeel1]

Me too! This is my second time. First time with Tara. Thank God for bringing me here. 🙌

[@dalemarie4812]

God reveals what you need to know at the right time, perhaps through trials and therefore it is beneficial to read through the Bible each year. I’m just starting to read through the Bible for the first time.

[@johngrant2238]

This will be my first year reading your plan and my second time through the whole Bible. After watching your prep videos I am very anxious to read your plan and see what God has in store for my life this year. Thank you so much for your ministry and this plan.

[@bonniesmith3061]

Same here, second time going through it intentionally through the year. May God bless your time in His Word.

[@maureenekama1943]

This is me too❤

[@cammmeel1]

Same for me! Praise God for bringing us here. 🙌

[@criticsrus6184]

My sisters and I did a Bible In A Year in 2022 and this talk really resonates with my experience. We are starting again 2024 having searched out some of the questions over this last year. Can't wait to see what new mysteries will be revealed. Amen

[@lindseydeon894]

Our pastor at Buncombe Street Methodist in Greenville has challenged our congregation to sign up for Bible Recap!

[@aur1del259]

I really like this- The Bible is a vehicle for friendship with God!

[@stepone6159]

There have been a few times for me when some words have come to my mind that, I just knew were from God, but I did not ever remember reading them. Looked them up and lo and behold, I wasn't making it up. The Holy Spirit had given them to me at just the right time. They were in the Bible and I had then come to know where.

[@mathatomaphathe7314]

I'm so excited to hear this, I have been trying to read my bible, but after a while I got confused and started to jump to some pages, but now, I do understand that God is the key to direct. Thank you so much.

[@LadiiPeeceNecoe]

I Am So Looking Forward To This YEAR Journey With The LORD - I Love This!!!!❤❤❤ - THANK YOU FOR THIS 😊

[@annarussell6506]

Love this! This will br my second trip through the Bible. I learned so much.

[@fiftyfive70]

I just finished my first year of reading through the whole Bible and just finished my first year with The Bible Recap. I thank God for this ministry. 🖤

[@natashaturner398]

Wow, Yes, this video holds the key that changes EVERYTHING!

[@alzayjay]

Then content of this conversation is a joy to my soul. I look forward to diving into the Bible now and getting to know God as my Friend.

[@julesv.1492]

I’m thankful for the words spoken by you Lee in this video. That’s the Spirit of God speaking right through you. I’m someone that has been actively struggling with reading the Word for weeks and have been looking forward to this Bible study to help keep me accountable. Praise the Lord! I am excited for what is to come. Prayers for accountability are appreciated and I pray He continues to bless you both abundantly 🙏🏼. 23:49

[@JanaDean-l5q]

This is one the most enjoyable reading of the Bible plans I’ve ever done. I’m learning so much. I never even thought about reading the Bible through chronologically, and it makes a huge difference!!! Thank you Tara Leigh Cobble for sharing your Recaps. They are so insightful and make a huge difference. Thank you ❤

[@BGailGreen]

This will be my 4th time reading the whole bible, but never with commentary to help understand certain scriptures. Thank you for this reading plan! I am excited to read thru the bible with help in understanding parts that are so hard to understand ❤️

[@BonnieG333]

I've read the Bible through for 2 years. This plan was referenced on today's (1/1/2024) 'Daily Refresh' with Tara-Lee Cobble. I was looking for a chronological plan. God is always right on time. I'm looking forward to diving in. Blessings!

[@cammmeel1]

Same for me! Praise God for leading us here. 🙌

[@thewallstreetwizard]

I just purchased The Bible Recap and the Study Guide (probably should just get the journal too). My social media algorithms lead me to you TLC .....TLC for the tender loving care I can tell you put into these guides. I havent started yet, but I'm just here to say "Thank you"!!! Thats all.....Have an amazing 2025!

[@rickwarner516]

First saw the fruit of reading through the Bible many years ago from the man God used to lead me to Him , just took me 40 plus years to get with the program, I’m thankful

[@noname-zd6wu]

This was so much of a blessing to me. I felt so touched and inspired as I listened to you. I felt the touch of the Holy Spirit - the desire to know God through His Word. Glory be to God!! Thank you so much and God bless you abundantly as He uses you to reach many more people into the Bible Recap. Amen. ☺☺☺❤❤❤🙏🙏🙏

[@aur1del259]

Ooh I absolutely enjoyed this conversation. Thank you both, God bless you and your ministries. Amen.

[@GlendaPimentelVergeldedios]

Awesome conversation.

[@leciak.andrews5oJ]

I SO enjoyed this! ❤️ Oh please GOD help me find Jesus in Leviticus!😩🤦🏻😅😁

[@dreaftre760]

You said that in the other vid but its true💖

[@StillYHWHs]

Merry to leviticus. Read the other books first. All around it. It will make so much more sense.

[@ericfrank4991]

22:28 is what I needed to hear.

[@kdbetz]

Just yesterday, I was thinking about the flattened penny my Mom gave me when I was about 8 years old. It had The Lord's Prayer on it. That's how I learned The Lord's Prayer. I had to laugh, when Lee mentioned receiving a quarter with The Lord's Prayer on it. I still have that flattened panny almost 50 years later. God bless!

[@meam80skids]

This was a such a good conversation. Thank you.

[@joycelong7551]

This will be my first time reading with this app, but my 5th time reading the whole Bible.

[@GregMontana]

My wife and I are loving this playlist! I'd like to hear Tara's testimony. This pastor shows why we need to slow down when reciting scripture... I couldn't even make out what he's quoting.

[@PappysCycles]

Wow, what a coincidence, I use to live on Whitehorse rd in Greenville SC,went to a Baptist Church, in the early 80s,which is where I was saved,accepted the lord and Savior in my heart

[@kathymangum6738]

God because you're real, please speak to me as I read the Bible.

[@lizhenry7]

I agree 100%. It's not "if" God is real. Because He is.

[@marshabraswell5681]

This is my second year of reading through the Bible with you! It's probably my 7th or 8th time to read through the entire Bible. Some years, in the regular order found in our Bibles, some years in different people's or groups' idea of how events really happened. What I enjoy with you and The Bible Recap is that your podcasts are so relatable and make concepts clear. I worked as a leader of children and teens for many, many years before retiring due to health reasons. I'm 68, and still learn something new every day - things I don't remember seeing before, even though I KNOW I've read it over and over again. God has shown me how fresh and new, and valid, He is today and every day. Oh, His great Love for me is amazing; but He expects me to learn, grow, and give that same love to others - not just the ones I see in church. I wholly and unequivocally recommend The Bible Recap to everyone who is searching for knowledge and the wonder of God.

[@JessHotard]

This was so good. Love his knowledge and now he brings forth our misconceptions of books that we have heard. Let us all read with an open mind and heart to see the treasures of God. ❤

[@dpurplepalm]

I'm excited and ready to fall deeper in love with God and to experience his love for me in a new miraculous and wonderful way. 💜🙏🏾🌻

[@carolyngillihan5085]

Thank you, Tara Lee, for sharing your thoughts and expertise!

[@Madwomen82]

Just found this and I’m now going through your preparation videos

[@johnwillson6478]

So appreciate this ministry.

[@t.j.dennis3888]

Humble yourself equals repentance. This is critical in the relationship with our Savior. Seek holiness.

[@lorriehanes9160]

Oh man, I'm so grateful you guys shared your hearts, I'm not feeling near as daunting now

[@queenofohara5220]

Just found bible recap and very excited to start this journey.

[@lindaheuman782]

Such great inspiration! 💕🙏😇

[@Kathy-vn6zz]

My family and I look forward to following the Bible Recap. Thank you for sharing!😊

[@hbrown5068]

Thank you for your ministry. I love your insights which are succinct and eye opening. I love God and others, hopefully this will encourage me to get out there and share His gospel of salvation. This is my 6th year reading the Bible, but the second with your plan. Love it.

[@ariamoody5900]

Oh I love his explanations and analogies!

[@harrietsinger2502]

Really inspired by what Pastor said, a lot of good stuff.

[@BibleTreasuresAndReviews]

Thanks for this interview! I appreciate the tips for reading through variety of points of view the 1st time around. I will do both reading with cinematic lens and find God's character.

[@gianngonzales9086]

#1 I'm excited to start this new year with this!

[@putnam4jesus]

Such a wonderful channel 💝 Adrian Dupree was instrumental in me beginning my relationship with God as well 🎉 God is so good!!!

[@jesszugaro3964]

So good! Thanks for the encouragement… And the challenge! 🙌

[@catherinefarley5351]

This third episode was so helpful! They all are really. Thanks!

[@jennifertricarico6546]

So appreciated this conversation. Thanks for sharing it.

[@jaynpenny]

I’m doing it with someone/ people I’m doing it with Tara Leigh! Amen

[@ElChill1]

Great conversation. It encouraged me.

[@tonialsup1750]

Good stuff!! I’m a terrible reader and this was very encouraging.💜✝️

[@tonyamercer86]

Great conversation, so excited to start reading the Bible with you guys again in the New Year!

[@Marie-rh2dp]

This interview was excellent and such a motivation to dive in this year! 🎉

[@ashleyp2022]

Such good advice and insight!

[@vluessky]

6:47 Wake up call

[@StillYHWHs]

Absolutely important to read the whole Bible. Not all over the place. By bits and pieces. Read each book from beginning to end. Straight through. You will see everything differently. Much more understanding... God subject. Very good. Most read book in the world. Ask God for truth. He will make truth known.

[@MrTomJOHN3.16]

I read the Bible in a year 6 times on you version I will do your new testament rec cap first. Then your one year.🙏

[@Triumphant712]

My church will start reading the new testament version next year 2025.

[@lynnholder1670]

I love this explanation!!

[@patzharzph55]

Thank you so much for this video with Pastor Lee. I am so thirsty now to read more for God to reveal himself to me.

[@drvnlrnr]

Thank you.