A study of 1&2 Samuel looking at the rise of Israel’s monarchy and the Davidic Dynasty. These books record an important era of Israel’s history – a blend of political thriller, family saga, and spiritual biography—rooted in the LORD-God’s unfolding plan of redemption. We will explore how the stories of Samuel, Saul, and David still…

Paul’s letters that he wrote while “in chains” contain some of his most powerful writings. In Colossians, he focuses us on Christ with his highest and best theology of Jesus. In Philemon, he subverts cultural norms through the radical application of the values of the Gospel. In Ephesians, he focuses on Father God’s work in…

In this two year course, we will be touring through the Gospel of Luke and the Book of Acts. Intended as a single, continuous work, Luke-Acts traces the fulfillment of the Lord’s plans in the ministry of Jesus and the life of the early Church. Luke wrote these truths so that anyone can “be assured…

An exposition of Romans with Dr. Jim Allman. The aim is to show that Romans calls its readers to embrace unity with brothers and sisters based on the grace of God that we have received in Jesus. Romans 15:7 is the key verse for the book. In order to achieve that goal, Paul had to…

In this two year course, we will be touring through the Gospel of Luke and the Book of Acts. Intended as a single, continuous work, Luke-Acts traces the fulfillment of the Lord’s plans in the ministry of Jesus and the life of the early Church. Luke wrote these truths so that anyone can “be assured…

Of all the Prophets in the Hebrew Scriptures, the Prophet Isaiah stands as the supreme testimony to the LORD’S grace and salvation. In this 21 session course we will explore the vast and glorious message of Isaiah that ultimately points us to The Savior, The Servant of the Lord, Our Victorious Warrior: The Lord Jesus.…

Job, Ecclesiastes and Proverbs are considered to be the main Wisdom Literature of the Hebrew Scriptures. We will be studying these books while asking the question, “What is Wisdom?” We will also consider the Wisdom Psalms and selections from the New Testament that help us fill out our definition of of Wisdom.

Eschatology is the study of “last things.” It is an important and foundational study for cultivating a Christian worldview as it addresses the core question: “How will things end?” In this 4 Part 26 Session course we will explore how the Hebrew Scriptures lay the foundation for understanding what the Bible has to say about the…

Eschatology – the study of “last things” or “last days” – is one of the most complicated and often confusing areas of Christian Worldview. In this short study, we will discuss some of the major, mile-marker topics in the texts relating to the Last Days and End Times in order to clarify some of the…

In this 6 hour series, we take a look at the major theological and cultural issues that have divided Christianity in the West. This is a follow up to our course on Church History: The Gates of Hell Shall Not Prevail

Everyone has a worldview. It shapes everything we see and every decision we make. Even it we are not fully aware or our worldview, it moves us and guides us. A worldview is both a vision of life and a vision for life It is important not only to know what we believe to be…

Jesus’ life, death, resurrection and return back to Heaven literally changed everything – the course of history, our relationship to Father-God, and our relationships with one another. In his short study, we will consider a few of the ways Jesus changed everything. Download Complete Notes Download Audio 01 Download Audio 02 Download Audio 03 Download…

In this 7 session study, we explore one of the most difficult topics related to a Bible based worldview – the relationship between God’s providence and sovereignty and humanity’s will and responsibility. Download Complete NOTES here Download Audio 01 Download Audio 02 Download Audio 03 Download Audio 04 Download Audio 05 Download Audio 06 Download…

In this study, Stacy Tyson and Seth discuss some ways to cultivate better listening – hearing from Father-God as He speaks to us in Christ through the Spirit in His Word and in our lives. Download Complete Notes Download Audio 01 Download Session 01 Presentation Download Audio 02 Download Session 02 Presentation Download Audio 03…

We just started Part 1 of our Biblical Eschatology course. This year we will be studying what the New Testament teaches us about The Last Days, The Kingdom to come, and The New Creation. *This course is offered for free but you will need to REGISTER as a student if you have not done so…

One of our most requested studies, Tom presented this overview of Revelation in the mid-90’s. There are a few glitches with the recordings in some places. Download The Revelation NOTES here. Download Revelation Audio 01 Download Revelation Audio 02 Download Revelation Audio 03 Download Revelation Audio 04 Download Revelation Audio 05 Download Revelation Audio 06…

A complete and chronological study of the Life of Jesus Christ from the Four Gospels. This study was designed by Arnold Fruchtenbaum of Ariel Ministries to whom Tom was greatly indebted and thankful for this material. *In the outline, the RC001, RC002 corresponds to the numbers of the audio files LOC 001, LOC 002 etc.,…

Following Jesus Through Despair, Doubt, and Discouragement. In this 3 sessions series,we will consider how Jesus Himself dealt with despair, doubt, and discouragment and how we can follow Him through these realities of the human condition to cultivate hope, faith, and love. This series is presented at the Evening Service of First Evan in the…

In this six session study, we explore some of the difficult questions related to Father-God’s purposes in the pain and suffering of His people. We need the wisdom of the Scriptures and the insight of mature saints who have struggle with this fundamental issue of the human experience. Ultimately we discover that pain and suffering…

At the core of our existence lies the human heart; not the organ that pumps blood through the body, but the “spiritual organ” from which all of our life flows. Our thoughts, desires, and emotions all flow out of our hearts. Understanding biblical psychology – the study of the soul – is vitally important to…

A study of Paul’s two letters to the Thessalonians. These two letters are critical in understanding Paul’s eschatology – his teaching on the End Times and Last Things. Ultimately, these letters encourage our hope and faith, particularly in difficult times. Download Notes and Charts Download the Complete NOTES here. Download the chart “Big Picture of…

<Click Here to Go to the Tom Murray Archive> This study traces the promises and prophecies in the Hebrew Scriptures (Old Testament) that lead us to The Messiah – the Lord Jesus Christ. This series was part of our radio program The Lay Disciple that ran in the early 2000’s in the Memphis Area. Each…

<Click Here to Go to the Tom Murray Archive> This is one of Tom’s more popular studies. In this systematic treatment of angels, Tom covers both the holy, elect angels and the fallen angels that are now demons. This was recorded for Tom’s radio program The Lay Disciple and each lession talk is about 14…

<Click Here to Go to the Tom Murray Archive> This is Tom’s original version of MilktoMeat Phase 1 recorded in class.Tom covers four large topics: 1) Why Did God Create a Man? – deals with understanding the Gospel and what it means to be “alive in Christ” rather than “dead in Adam.” 2) Christ+0! –…

<Click Here to Go to the Tom Murray Archive> “Truths That Set You Free” was one of the first studies Tom taught when Truth Seekers Fellowship was founded in 1993. Many of the topics that he discusses in this study became the foundation for our MilktoMeat methods and curriculum. In 2013 we transcribed and published…

The Letter to the Ephesians and the Letter to the Colossians are closely related. Whereas Colosssians contains Paul’s highest and best writing on the person and nature of Jesus Christ, Ephesians contains his highest and best writing about the Church. In this powerful letter, Paul discusses the “unsearchable riches” of our salvation in Christ. This…

This study of Colossians was presented at the Renewal in the Rockies at Ravencrest chalet in August of 2009. Our thanks goes to Ravencrest for giving us permission to make these available on our site. Ravencrest is one of the Torchbearer schools (founded by Major Ian Thomas) and also serves as the international headquarters for…

Course Notes and Charts: Complete Notes for Gospel of John Chart: Glory, Grace, and Truth Course Notes and Charts: Audio John 001 Audio John 002 Audio John 003 Audio John 004 Audio John 005 Audio John 006 Audio John 007 Audio John 008 Audio John 009 Audio John 010 Audio John 011 Audio John 012…

Having laid a foundation of New Life in Christ in the first phase, we turn to consider how these truths shape our NEW IDENTITY in Christ. This new identity equips us to face the battles of the SPIRITUAL WAR taking place in our day to day lives. In this phase we cultivate the practice of…

In our final unit, we consider the ways in which the HOLY SPIRIT lives with us and within us to empower us for living out our calling and gifting in the Body of Christ. We focus on the VISION and the MISSION that Jesus is now entrusting to His Body – the Church. In this…

In this first study unit we cover building a frame of reference for life by knowing The Master Story the Bible reveals. We then cover the way the GOSPEL calls the smaller stories of our lives up and into the Larger Story to find NEW LIFE in Christ. The critical topic in this unit is…

The Psalms are the prayers, lamentations, and praises of Ancient Israel. They shape the thoughts, emotions and desires of all who are called into an deep personal relationship with the Lord-God—YHWH. Jesus believed that the Psalms spoke of Him (Luke 24:44). The Apostles used the Psalms in the early church to prove Jesus’ identity as…

“The Revelation of Jesus Christ, which God gave Him to show to His servants the things that must soon take place” (Revelation 1:1). In the last book of the Bible, the Lord Jesus reveals Himself and His purposes and plans so that His people can know what will take place prior to His return and…

A comprehensive study of Paul’s letter to the Romans. Of the books of the Bible, Romans is one of the most significant.  Complete Notes Romans Audio 01 Romans Audio 02 Romans Audio 03 Romans Audio 04 Romans Audio 05 Romans Audio 06 Romans Audio 07 Romans Audio 08 Romans Audio 09 Romans Audio 10 Romans…