Bedtime Bible Stories for Adults

Tonight, we finish up the beloved story of Queen Esther. She is putting her life on the line for her family and her people, the Jews. What will the king do? What will become of Mordecai and Haman? Listen to find out. We are reading Esther 5 through 10. **I mistakenly say Bigtha instead of Bigthana. If you have been blessed by this podcast and would like to show your support with a $1 donation, please go to paypal.me/hcharltoncrespin. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bedtimebiblestoriesadults/support

If you like fairytales, then this is the story for you! A king, a queen, and a beautiful young orphan who becomes a heroine. Together, Esther and her cousin are given a huge opportunity to save their people. God knows what He is doing, and He created us "for such a time as this." We each have a special purpose. Listen to hear about Esther's. We are reading Esther 1 through 4. If you have been blessed by this podcast and would like to show your support with a $1 donation, please go to paypal.me/hcharltoncrespin. Jamie Winship testimony - https://www.youtube.com/live/wE2YN8EXLLY?si=kAUXCBxkA_orAUPy --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bedtimebiblestoriesadults/support

We have a very special episode tonight. It's one of my favorite weekends of the year. We get to focus on and remember the incredible sacrifice that our Savior made for us. What a mixture of emotions. Intense sadness for the pain and agony he went through. It's really tough on my heart to hear that part. But imagine the JOY on Sunday. He is RISEN! We are reading from the New Living Translation: Luke 22:1-6 Matthew 26:17-29 Luke 22:31-71 Luke 23 Luke 24:1-12 Matthew 28:11-15 Luke 24:13-49 Mark 16:19-20 John 21:25 If you have been blessed by this podcast and would like to show your support with a $1 donation, please go to paypal.me/hcharltoncrespin. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bedtimebiblestoriesadults/support

We continue the story of Nehemiah and the rebuilding of Jerusalem. Thank you to my mother for suggesting this story! There is a big celebration. The Israelites are confessing their sins and promising to follow the Laws of Moses and of God. They are feasting and singing. But then, Nehemiah leaves, and it seems like everything crumbles. Listen to what happens when he returns. If you have been blessed by this podcast and would like to show your support with a $1 donation, please go to paypal.me/hcharltoncrespin. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bedtimebiblestoriesadults/support

Nehemiah was known for his strong faith in God and his devotion to his Jewish heritage. When he heard of the damage in Jerusalem, he was very concerned about the Jewish people and the city itself. He received God's calling to oversee the rebuilding of the city walls. This story shows us the incredible impact that one person can have. We are reading Nehemiah chapters 1 through 6. CozyEarth.com - limited time code HEATHER3946. If you have been blessed by this podcast and would like to show your support with a $1 donation, please go to paypal.me/hcharltoncrespin. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bedtimebiblestoriesadults/support

Becoming king at the young age of 25, Hezekiah did what was good and right before the Lord. He was quite the opposite of his wicked father, King Ahaz. He reopened the temple and destroyed any existing idols, and he faithfully kept the commandments that the Lord gave to Moses. We are reading 2 Kings 18 through 20. If you have been blessed by this podcast and would like to show your support with a $1 donation, please go to paypal.me/hcharltoncrespin. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bedtimebiblestoriesadults/support

Can you imagine giving away your child to serve in the temple forever? Hannah wanted one so desperately that she was willing to make that promise to God. And thank goodness she did! The current priests were immature and disrespectful. But Samuel heard the call of God... and answered. We are reading 1 Samuel chapters 1 through 3. 2 Chairs book: https://amzn.to/3UhYJHe If you have been blessed by this podcast and would like to show your support with a $1 donation, please go to paypal.me/hcharltoncrespin. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bedtimebiblestoriesadults/support

The world's first murder. Is anyone else shocked at how soon this happened? I certainly am. How much grief Adam and Eve must have felt. Although the Bible doesn't go into detail, things go downhill after that, and the world becomes so wicked that God regrets having made mankind. This is an account of the events following "In the Beginning" and preceding "Noah and the Ark." We are reading Genesis 4, 5, and 6:1-7. If you have been blessed by this podcast and would like to show your support with a small donation, please go to paypal.me/hcharltoncrespin. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bedtimebiblestoriesadults/support

In recognition of the New Year, I wanted to tell a story about new beginnings. This is the story of one of the most powerful transformations in the Bible. Saul of Tarsus was born shortly after the death of Jesus and went on to become a well-known Pharisee. He mercilessly persecuted followers of Jesus, until a dramatic confrontation with God changed his life forever. We are reading Acts 8 and 9. If you have been blessed by this podcast and would like to show your support with a $1 donation, please go to paypal.me/hcharltoncrespin. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bedtimebiblestoriesadults/support

If you heard the Fiery Furnace episode, now we are reading the next three chapters of Daniel--4, 5, and 6. They are really three separate stories in one, with three separate kings. Two involve interpretation and the last one, a huge test of faith. It's incredible, the faith that Daniel had. If you have been blessed by this podcast and would like to show your support with a $1 donation, please go to paypal.me/hcharltoncrespin. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bedtimebiblestoriesadults/support

The long-awaited part 2 is finally here! Friends, my health kept me from being able to finish this episode earlier. Ironic, right? But God is good, and it's here. I tried to make the parts equal in length, but as you can see, I was not successful. Some of the stories in part 2 are longer. And the last story finishes it off with a bang! Jesus knows how to wow us and bring glory to God! We are reading several passages from the Gospels. If you have been blessed by this podcast and would like to show your support with a $1 donation, please go to paypal.me/hcharltoncrespin. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bedtimebiblestoriesadults/support

All of the Bible stories are excellent, but I felt like we needed some JESUS in our lives. So many of us are suffering from health issues, and it can be very discouraging and lonely. Let's get some encouragement and fill our minds with some of Jesus' miraculous healings. One of my favorite healing miracles is in this episode, and I'm so excited for you to hear it! I've been focusing on it throughout my own healing journey. I'll tell you which one it is in the intro to part two. We are reading different parts of Luke and John. If you have been blessed by this podcast and would like to show your support with a $1 donation, please go to paypal.me/hcharltoncrespin. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bedtimebiblestoriesadults/support

The strongest man in the Bible... physically. He didn't always have the best self-control, but God had an important plan for him from the very beginning. I find myself asking a lot of questions about this story. Let's all pray for discernment when hearing or reading it. We are reading Judges 13 through 16. If you have been blessed by this podcast and would like to show your support with a $1 donation, please go to paypal.me/hcharltoncrespin. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bedtimebiblestoriesadults/support

I heard a rumor that the book of Philippians was one of the happiest books in the Bible... in spite of it being written from prison! When I heard that, I knew I had to record it next. It is full of amazing promises from God, and good reminders from Paul to forget our negative pasts and to look forward to the future. I was really blessed by this episode and hope you will be, too. We are reading the entire book of Philippians. If you have been blessed by this podcast and would like to show your support with a $1 donation, please go to paypal.me/hcharltoncrespin. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bedtimebiblestoriesadults/support

*Remastered* The story of how it all began. Listen to the story of how God created the heavens and the earth and everything in it. And how He blessed the seventh day and set it apart from the other days. We are reading Genesis 1-3. If you have been blessed by this podcast and would like to show your support with a $1 donation, please go to paypal.me/hcharltoncrespin. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bedtimebiblestoriesadults/support

The book of Daniel is full of prophecy and begins with the story of Daniel, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednago. Is that how you learned their names, too? It's funny that we call Daniel by his original name, and we learn the Babylonian names for his friends. When I read this story, it made me really think about my faith. There will be times we will be questioned or even threatened. Will I be strong enough to stand up for God? I pray that God will give me that strength. It amazes me the faith that those three men had. Let that be our inspiration! I hope you enjoy the first story about Daniel. We are reading Daniel 1 through 3. If you have been blessed by this podcast and would like to show your support with a $1 donation, please go to paypal.me/hcharltoncrespin. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bedtimebiblestoriesadults/support

I've been wanting to read this story almost since I started this podcast. I'm not sure why, but maybe because there are so many little stories that make up one bigger story. We could say there are several main characters. And I thought maybe it would be one that less of you are familiar with. At any rate, I'm excited to present it now. See if you can catch how the title ties in with the story. We are reading Joshua 1 through 4, 5:1,13-15, and 6. If you have been blessed by this podcast and would like to show your support with a $1 donation, please go to paypal.me/hcharltoncrespin. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bedtimebiblestoriesadults/support

For an overdue episode, I had to make it a good one. To be honest, I kept putting off episodes about Jesus. Why? Because I don't feel worthy of reading His stories and words and bringing them to life. I wanted it to be perfect... and that's impossible. I am only human and will make mistakes. So here is my imperfect reading about the only Perfect Man to walk this earth. This is only the beginning of His story. Enjoy, and thank you for listening. We are reading from the end of Luke chapter 2, Matthew 3 and the beginning of Matthew 4, John chapter 1 starting with verse 19 and all of John 2. If you have been blessed by this podcast and would like to show your support with a $1 donation, please go to paypal.me/hcharltoncrespin. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bedtimebiblestoriesadults/support

I decided to continue with the story of David and King Saul. We couldn't be left with that cliffhanger. David had to flee, and King Saul is still on the hunt. There are some very sad moments in this story, but I think you'll be pleased with the ending. I love God's conversations with David. How amazing would it be to hear His voice so clearly? We are reading 1 Samuel 21 through 24. If you have been blessed by this podcast and would like to show your support with a $1 donation, please go to paypal.me/hcharltoncrespin. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bedtimebiblestoriesadults/support

"There is a friend that sticks closer than a brother." Proverbs 18:24 If this doesn't describe David and Jonathan, I don't know what does! They were closer than blood. I wish we would all get to experience such a loyal friendship here on earth. We are reading 1 Samuel 18:1, 3-4, 28-29, and 1 Samuel 19-20. If you have been blessed by this podcast and would like to show your support with a $1 donation, please go to paypal.me/hcharltoncrespin. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bedtimebiblestoriesadults/support

Paul is once again writing to his younger brother in Christ, Timothy. He reminds Timothy to stay faithful even in the face of persecution. I love that Paul asks him to bring his coat the next time they see each other. It adds such a human touch. We are reading all of 2nd Timothy. If you have been blessed by this podcast and would like to show your support with a $1 donation, please go to paypal.me/hcharltoncrespin. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bedtimebiblestoriesadults/support

In this episode, we are reading Paul's letter to his younger brother in Christ, Timothy. He is reminding him to stay in Ephesus to help prevent false teachings. There is a lot of good instruction in this letter, and some that might be controversial in this day and age. I encourage you to approach this episode with prayer and ask God for wisdom and understanding. May you be blessed. We are reading the entire book of 1 Timothy. If you have been blessed by this podcast and would like to show your support with a $1 donation, please go to paypal.me/hcharltoncrespin. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bedtimebiblestoriesadults/support

We have made it to the final episode of Moses. This is a long one, my friends. The intense ending. The Exodus. May we never forget how great our God is. We are reading Exodus 11 through 14. If you have been blessed by this podcast and would like to show your support with a $1 donation, please go to paypal.me/hcharltoncrespin. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bedtimebiblestoriesadults/support

Moses and Aaron face Pharaoh and present their demand to free God's people. We are reading Exodus 5, 6:1-13, and 7:1-20. If you have been blessed by this podcast and would like to show your support with a $1 donation, please go to paypal.me/hcharltoncrespin. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bedtimebiblestoriesadults/support

Many movies have been made about Moses. We can see that even since birth, his life has been protected and led by God. God had huge plans for him. Sometimes, we argue with God or doubt His power in us. Even Moses, who had the privilege of hearing God's voice, struggled with that. We are reading Exodus 1 through 4. If you have been blessed by this podcast and would like to show your support with a $1 donation, please go to paypal.me/hcharltoncrespin. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bedtimebiblestoriesadults/support

Tonight is bittersweet as we finally wrap up the story of Joseph. What a beautiful example of how God can take every situation and use it for good. May it strengthen our faith and give us hope when we go through our own trials and dark times. We begin reading with the end of Genesis 47. If you have been blessed by this podcast and would like to show your support with a $1 donation, please go to paypal.me/hcharltoncrespin. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bedtimebiblestoriesadults/support

Tonight we will hear part 4 of the story of Joseph. We are getting close to the end, my friends. Get ready for all the feels with this one. And be sure to follow so you don't miss the finale! We are reading out of Genesis 44 through 47. If you have been blessed by this podcast and would like to show your support with a $1 donation, please go to paypal.me/hcharltoncrespin. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bedtimebiblestoriesadults/support

We continue the inspiring story of Joseph with part three. Listen to how the famine brings Joseph's brothers back into the picture. We are reading from Genesis 42, 43, and 44. Part four is coming soon! If you have been blessed by this podcast and would like to show your support with a $1 donation, please go to paypal.me/hcharltoncrespin. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bedtimebiblestoriesadults/support

I am so excited to continue the story of Joseph. In part one, we heard how Joseph was betrayed by his own brothers and, through a series of unfortunate events, ended up in Pharaoh's prison. In part two, listen to how God can turn around the most dire circumstances. We begin reading in Genesis 39:19. If you have been blessed by this podcast and would like to show your support with a $1 donation, please go to paypal.me/hcharltoncrespin. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bedtimebiblestoriesadults/support

Who doesn't love stories of underdogs triumphing? The story of Joseph is one of the most incredible stories of redemption in the Bible. It may be the most famous, even having a musical made after it. Because it's such an in-depth story, it will be split into several parts. We begin reading in Genesis 37. If you have been blessed by this podcast and would like to show your support with a $1 donation, please go to paypal.me/hcharltoncrespin. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bedtimebiblestoriesadults/support

Many amazing things continue to happen in the story of Elijah. In Part 2, we are introduced to the infamous Jezebal and also Elisha. Hopefully, you'll learn something new, like I did. We are reading from 1 Kings 21 and 2 Kings 1 and 2. If you have been blessed by this podcast and would like to show your support with a $1 donation, please go to paypal.me/hcharltoncrespin. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bedtimebiblestoriesadults/support

Have you heard the story of the prophet Elijah? I was excited to record this episode and thought I could fit it all in one, but alas, there was much more to the story than I remembered. This story has several surprising moments in it. I wonder what will surprise you the most. We are reading from 1 Kings 17, 18, and 19. If you have been blessed by this podcast and would like to show your support with a $1 donation, please go to paypal.me/hcharltoncrespin. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bedtimebiblestoriesadults/support

This story is typically known as "Jonah and the Whale," but, although an amazing part of the story, I believe that there is more to it than that. A short story, but very powerful, filled with God's mercy. We are reading the entire book of Jonah. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bedtimebiblestoriesadults/support

This is the account of Jacob fleeing from Laban and returning home to his brother, Esau. He did not know what to expect from his brother, and was worried he would be angry with him or reject him. Listen to see what happens. The story is being read from Genesis 31-33. If you have been blessed by this podcast and would like to show your support with a $1 donation, please go to paypal.me/hcharltoncrespin. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bedtimebiblestoriesadults/support

The story of Jacob and Rachel is my favorite love story in the Bible. One with controversial moments, betrayal, family drama, but most of all, Jacob's deep love for the beautiful Rachel. We are reading Genesis 28-30. If you have been blessed by this podcast and would like to show your support with a $1 donation, please go to paypal.me/hcharltoncrespin. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bedtimebiblestoriesadults/support