The Land and the Book

Living in Iran, they knew they were putting their lives on the line—every time they shared their faith. Undaunted, in three years, they’d started two house churches and secretly given away more than 20,000 New Testaments. That’s when the police finally caught up with them. “Captive in Iran” is the amazing story of their arrest and ordeal in Iran’s most notorious prison. You’ll hear it all this week on The Land and the Book.

Christians throughout the Middle East are persecuted for their faith. But now, for the first time, a Christian organization is tracking all of it—with a database. What does that mean for our persecuted brothers and sisters? How can average people use it to raise awareness? That’s our focus this week on The Land and the Book. Plus, we’ll give you an update on all the top headlines from the Middle East. And Charlie Dyer’s devotional takes us to the Judean Wilderness…on The Land and the Book.

When the Nazis invaded Holland, they made it illegal for anyone to house or even help a Jewish person. Corrie ten Boom and her family decided they simply could not obey this evil dictate. So, they began hiding small groups of Jewish people—and others—who sought refuge. You’ve heard of Corrie ten Boom, but her story comes to life through a dramatic interpreter…this week on The Land and the Book. Don’t miss this extraordinary visit.

When the Nazis invaded Holland, they made it illegal for anyone to house or even help a Jewish person. Would you have complied?  Corrie ten Boom and her family decided they simply could not obey this evil dictate. At home, they began hiding Jewish people—and others—who sought refuge. This week on The Land and the Book, we’ll visit their recreated “Hiding Place.” Don’t miss…The Land and the Book. 

Prison. The very word feels like a bucket of ice dumped down your back, doesn’t it? But believers throughout the ages have known what it means to spend time in prison. Just ask the apostle Paul. This week on The Land and the Book, we’ll travel to a site where Paul was imprisoned. But it was here that God used him to witness to some of the most powerful people of his day. Don’t miss The Land and the Book.  

What’s it like to visit the Holy Land for the first time? What impressions are deepest—and why? This week on The Land and the Book, we’ll sit down with a couple who share their reflections—and a few surprises. Plus, we’ll bring you all the news you need to know about the Middle East. Also…answers to Bible questions you’ve wrestled with—and a devotional from Charlie Dyer. Join us for The Land and the Book—from Moody Radio.  

How does a girl born into a militantly Muslim nation like Iran—find Christ as Savior?  How is she then perceived by her family—her culture?  And how do you get discipled in a land where owning or distributing Bibles is illegal? Join us for a truly epic story this week on The Land and the Book. Plus, host Charlie Dyer answers your Bible questions—and shares a devotional. All on The Land and the Book.  

It’s an ancient town at the junction of the Jordan River Valley and the Jezreel Valley. Here, the bodies of King Saul and three of his sons were hung by the Philistines after losing the Battle of Gilboa. Why is this town so well preserved—even after an earthquake? What lessons can we learn? This week on The Land and the Book, we’ll walk the pavers of an ancient Roman town. It’s an unforgettable visit—on The Land and the Book.

The Bible never gives us her name. But it sure tells us a lot about her: the woman at the well. She had secrets that held her back and weighed her down. Then one very hot afternoon, she met a stranger who uncovered her past—and then freed her from it.  This week on The Land and the Book, we’ll meet this Bible character through fresh eyes. Plus, we’ll bring you to date on everything you need to know about the Middle East. That’s The Land and the Book.

Why do many of us evangelicals ignore or minimize the Jewishness of the New Covenant? How does that impact the way we view the end times? And where does the American church fit into all this? Those are big questions—with important answers. We’ll dig into them—this week on The Land and the Book. Plus, we’ll make you the smartest kid on the block as you join us for Bible questions and Charlie’s Answers. That’s all ahead on The Land and the Book.

Psalm 122:6 commands us, "Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: May those who love you be secure." But what does it mean to pray for the peace of Jerusalem? What does God intend us to do or say when we pray? This week on The Land and the Book, you’ll enjoy a practical conversation about an ancient command. Plus, Charlie Dyer’s devotional takes us to The Battles at the Pool of Gibeon. Don’t miss The Land and the Book!

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be part of an archaeological dig in Israel—maybe just for a day? What would it feel like to run a trowel or shovel through ancient ground? How might that experience shape your understanding of Scripture? Grab your water bottle and boots. Because this week on The Land and the Book, you’ll take part in “A Dig for a Day.” Plus, we’ll share some fresh ideas on how you can reach out to your Jewish friend…on The Land and the Book.

Women of the Bible. Some of their stories we know little about. Some of them we know in detail. But all of them offer insights for us today. This week on The Land and the Book, we’ll encounter the stories of several of these women. As always, we’ll reserve plenty of time to answer your Bible questions. And you don’t want to miss Charlie Dyer’s devotional. It’s called, “How to Get Rich—Slowly.” Don’t miss the one-hour trip to Israel we call, “The Land and the Book.”

Do you ever read the Bible and ask…Why did this nameless bystander appear in the best-selling book of all time? Or maybe you’ve wondered…What difference does it make that a certain meeting with Jesus took place in one location instead of another? This week on The Land and the Book, you and I will take a walking tour of the gospels! We’ll leave plenty of time for your Bible questions. And we’ll bring you all the top stories from the Middle East. All ahead…on The Land and the Book. 

Across the Middle East, girls suffer beatings, shaming, and stifling restrictions. They’re restricted in their freedom to go to school, voice their opinions, or wear what they want. But a Christian media project aims to spotlight their plight and give them a voice. We’ll give you all the details this week on The Land and the Book. It’s a push-back against cultures of gender-based violence and discrimination.