The New Testament Series
Written by Christopher Glyn
Narrated by Christopher Glyn
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About this series
Titles in the series (17)
- Luke: The New Testament
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The book of Luke is a Gospel that contains Narrative History, Genealogy, Sermons, Parables, and some Prophetic Oracles. The emphasis of Luke is Parables and contains more of them than any other Gospel (19 total). It is the third of the synoptic gospels. Luke, a doctor and a Greek Christian, wrote it circa 59-61 A.D. He accompanied Paul on mission journeys, as described in the book of Acts, which Luke also wrote. The key word in Luke is "Son of Man" which is used 80 times.
- Romans: The New Testament
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The book of Romans is a Pauline Epistle (letter from Paul). The Apostle Paul wrote it roughly about 56-57 A.D. The key personalities in the book of Romans are the Apostle Paul, and Phoebe who delivered this letter. Paul wrote the letter to the believers in Rome, hence the name “Romans”. He wrote it to give them a concrete theological foundation on which to construct their faith and to live for and serve God effectively.
- Ephesians: The New Testament
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The book of Ephesians is a Prison Epistle (letter written while in prison). Paul wrote it about 60-62 A.D. The key personalities of Ephesians are the Apostle Paul and Tychicus. It was written to encourage believers to walk as fruitful followers of Christ and to serve in unity and love in the midst of persecution.
- 2 Corinthians: The King James Audio Bible: The New Testament 8
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The book of Second Corinthians is a Pauline Epistle (letter from Paul). The Apostle Paul wrote it around 56 A.D. The key personalities of this book are the Apostle Paul, Timothy, and Titus. Paul wrote this letter to the church in Corinth to defend and protect his Apostleship, and to teach and warn against false teachers who were spreading heresy. The last thing Apostle Paul teaches in Second Corinthians is how to test yourself. If you want to know if you are a Christian, if you want to know if you are a believer and follower of Jesus Christ, than you must test yourself, "to see if you are in the faith"; examine yourself with Scripture (13:5).
- 1 Timothy: The New Testament
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The book of 1st Timothy is a Pastoral Epistle (letter from Paul to a church leader). The author is Paul who wrote it approximately 62 A.D. The key personalities are the Apostle Paul and Timothy. It was written to give encouragement and leadership guidelines to a young pastor named Timothy at the church in Ephesus.
- 2 Thessalonians
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The First Epistle to the Thessalonians is one of the earliest New Testament writings, traditionally attributed to the Apostle Paul. Written around A.D. 50-52, this letter is addressed to the Christian community in Thessalonica, a city in Macedonia (modern-day Greece). Paul, along with Silas and Timothy, founded the church there but had to leave suddenly because of persecution. The letter was penned from Corinth shortly after their departure, to encourage and instruct the new believers in their faith journey. 1 Thessalonians stands out for its emphasis on the second coming of Christ (Parousia) and is notable for being one of Paul's most affectionate and pastoral letters. It can be broadly divided into two sections: 1. **Encouragement and Thanksgiving (Chapters 1-3):** Paul begins by expressing gratitude for the faith, love, and hope demonstrated by the Thessalonians, despite severe persecution. He reminisces about his time with them, highlighting his and his companions' efforts to share the gospel in a manner worthy of God. The initial chapters are rich with Paul's affection and longing to see the Thessalonians again, underscoring his role as a spiritual mentor deeply invested in their well-being. Paul also mentions sending Timothy to Thessalonica to strengthen and encourage the community in their faith, and Timothy's report back to Paul is filled with good news about their steadfastness, which brings Paul great joy. 2. **Exhortations and Instructions (Chapters 4-5):** The latter part of the letter contains practical advice on how to live in a manner that pleases God, with specific emphasis on sexual purity, love for one another, and diligent work. Paul addresses concerns about the fate of those who have died before Christ's return, assuring the Thessalonians that the dead in Christ will rise first and will not be disadvantaged at the Parousia. This section contains one of the earliest Christian teachings on the second coming of Jesus, emphasizing readiness and vigilance, as "the day of the Lord will come like a thief in the night" (5:2). The letter concludes with various instructions on Christian living, including respecting those who work among them, living in peace with one another, and always seeking to do good. 1 Thessalonians is characterized by its pastoral tone and its focus on eschatological hope. It provides insight into the early Christian expectation of Christ's imminent return and offers timeless guidance on how to live a life of faith, love, and holiness in anticipation of that day. The letter's themes of encouragement, ethical living, and community support reflect Paul's overarching concern for the spiritual growth and welfare of the Thessalonian believers.
- 1 and 2nd Thessalonians: The New Testament
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The book of 1st Thessalonians is a Pauline Epistle (letter from Paul). The Apostle Paul wrote it about 52-54 A.D. and it was one of his earliest written letters. The key personalities in this book are the Apostle Paul, Timothy, and Silas. Paul wrote this letter to strengthen and encourage the church in Thessalonica. To encourage and hearten the believers, Paul chose to emphasize the second coming of Jesus Christ. Throughout this letter, Paul focused on the principles of Faith, Hope, and Love.
- Colossians: Old Testament
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The book of Colossians is a Prison Epistle (letter written while in prison). Paul wrote it circa 60-62 A.D. The key personalities include Paul, Timothy, Tychicus, Onesimus, Aristarchus, Mark, and Epaphras. It was written to counter and respond to heretical teachings and encourage believers to serve with fervor and passion.
- 2 Thessalonians: (Pauline Epistle)
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Written shortly after its prequel, 2 Thessalonians was written by the Apostle Paul to reassure the Thessalonian church of the second coming of Christ and to refute the teachings of false prophets. After several forgeries of Paul's letters, the apostle himself alleviated their fears that the time of the end had already begun. In 2 Thessalonians, there are many prophecies depicting the rapture, the Antichrist and the times of tribulation which are detailed fully in Revelation.
- Phillipians: The New Testament
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The book of Philippians is a Prison Epistle (letter written while in prison). Paul wrote it about 62 A.D. as he anticipated his release from prison. They key personalities are the Apostle Paul, Timothy, Epaphroditus, Euodia, and Syntyche. It was written to show his appreciation and love to the Philippians in a thank-you letter for their continued help and support, and also to encourage their growth.
- 2 Timothy: (Pauline Epistle)
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Titus is an epistle written by Paul to the man of the same name who was a respected leader of the church in Crete and a close friend of Paul. This book contains detailed directions on how to live a life that exhibits the grace of God and produces good deeds. Paul also gives instructions on the proper roles of each group in the church to further the stability and growth of the Christian faith.
- Hebrews: The New Testament
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The book of Hebrews is a General Epistle (Apostolic Letter). It was written mainly to the Hebrew believers. The author is anonymous, although either Paul or Barnabas was traditionally accepted as the author. It was written approximately 67 A.D. Its purpose was to present the Lord Jesus Christ as perfect and superior in comparison to anything Judaism and the old covenant had to offer. The author was writing to a group of Christians who were under intense persecution and some were contemplating a return to Judaism. He admonished them not to turn away from their only hope of salvation.
- Titus: The New Testament
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The book of Titus is a Pastoral Epistle (letter from Paul to a church leader). The author is Paul who wrote it approximately 66 A.D. Key personalities include Paul and Titus. It was written to guide Titus, a Greek believer, in his leadership of the churches on the island of Crete, “For this reason I left you in Crete, that you would set in order what remains and appoint elders in every city as I directed you” (1:5). As was the case with the letter of 1st Timothy, Paul writes to encourage and guide young pastors in dealing with opposition from both false teachers and the sinful nature of men.
- James
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The book of James is a General Epistle (Apostolic Letter). James the half-brother of Jesus wrote it approximately 48-49 A.D. It was likely the first New Testament book (letter) to be written. The key personalities of this book are James and Persecuted Christians. James wrote this book to Jewish believers to encourage them to endure and live bold Christian lives. James is a book about practical Christian living that reflects a genuine faith that transforms lives. In many ways, it is similar to the OT book of Proverbs.
- 2 Peter (General Epistle): The King James Audio Bible
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Similar to many of the epistles, 1 John was written by the apostle who identifies himself in the title and encourages the Christian church to strengthen their faith in Jesus so that they might not be led astray by false teachers. This book also contains reassurances of the supremacy of Jesus Christ as the Son of God and urges all Christians to grow in their faith and love of Him.
- 1 Peter: The New Testament
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The book of 1st Peter is a General Epistle (Apostolic Letter). It was written to all believers in general. The author is Peter who wrote it about 60 A.D. The key personalities are the Apostle Peter, Silas, and Mark. Its purpose was to encourage suffering Christians and to call them to personal holiness; Peter’s central focus is persecution.
- The New Testament 8 - Corinthians 2
The book of 2nd Corinthians is a Pauline Epistle (letter from Paul). The Apostle Paul wrote it about 56 A.D. The key personalities of this book are the Apostle Paul, Timothy, and Titus. Paul wrote this letter to the church in Corinth to defend and protect his Apostleship, and to teach and warn against false teachers who were spreading heresy.The last thing Apostle Paul teaches in 2nd Corinthians is how to test yourself. If you want to know if you are a Christian, if you want to know if you are a believer and follower of Jesus Christ, than you must test yourself, “to see if you are in the faith”; examine yourself with Scripture (13:5).Christopher Glyn became a Christian at the age of 21, giving up a promising theatrical career in the U.K. to engage in full time missionary work. In the 35 years since then, he has have been very active in the field of Christian radio, primarily on the Asia and African continents. "For years it has been my dream to record an audio version of the Holy Bible, combining my training as an actor with my love for God's Word. I am happy now to have the opportunity to do so. I started the very long process of recording the Bible 3 years ago and by the summer of 2011, the entire Bible was finished. I pray with my whole heart that these readings will be a blessing and an inspiration to many."
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