This evening program, Bangladesh and Qatar, recounts the experiences of mission work in South Asia and the Middle East, offering both vivid travel stories and serious reflections on the spread of the gospel. Brother John Roberts describes journeys through Qatar, with its desert landscapes, strict cultural norms, and unusual encounters at customs, before moving on to Bangladesh, a nation marked by poverty, resilience, and growing interest in the scriptures. Listeners are introduced to the challenges of daily life in Dhaka—the world’s most crowded city—along with the opportunities for witness among small groups eager to learn the Bible. The lecture also shares stories of local believers, their struggles with social pressures, and their remarkable dedication to the truth despite hardship. Both humorous and moving, the talk highlights the urgency and privilege of sharing God’s word in places where it is little known but deeply valued.

This Sunday School, Jeremiah and Ebed-melech, brings to life the dramatic story from Jeremiah 38. Jeremiah, the prophet of God, was thrown into a muddy cistern by the princes of Judah for proclaiming the truth that the city would fall to Babylon. Left to sink and die in the mire, he seemed utterly abandoned. Yet God raised up an unlikely rescuer—Ebed-melech, an Ethiopian eunuch in the king’s household. Moved by courage and compassion, he appealed to King Zedekiah, gathered supplies, and rescued Jeremiah from the pit. The lesson emphasizes that God’s deliverance does not come because of human deeds alone but because of trust in Him. Ebed-melech’s faith and reliance on God became the true reason for his own salvation when judgment fell on Jerusalem. The exhortation calls believers to show mercy, to stand for what is right, and above all to put their confidence in the Lord, knowing that He is able to save those who trust in Him.

This series, Peter in the Acts, follows the apostle Peter through the early chapters of the book of Acts. Once impetuous and often misunderstood in the Gospels, Peter is here transformed by faith, by failure, and by the resurrection of Christ into a bold witness. The classes show how Peter, filled with conviction, helped lay the foundation of the first-century ecclesia and became a model of courage, humility, and steadfast obedience to God. Listeners are drawn into his journey of growth, from standing fearfully in a courtyard to standing unflinchingly before rulers, proclaiming the name of Jesus. These studies uncover lessons of faith, boldness, and perseverance that remain deeply relevant today.

This 1998 series, Fathers and Sons, explores some of the most memorable parent–child relationships in the Bible. With honesty and insight, the classes show both the blessings and challenges that arise when faith is passed from one generation to the next. Each study draws lessons for our own walk of discipleship, highlighting the need for humility, trust in God, and the strength to overcome human weakness. Brother John Roberts in this series invites us to reflect not only on the stories of these families but also on our own spiritual heritage as children of God.

This series, Poor Jeremiah, traces the life and message of one of the Bible’s most misunderstood prophets. Jeremiah lived in turbulent times, often torn between his deep love for his people and the heavy burden of proclaiming God’s coming judgment. Through these studies, listeners see a man who suffered rejection, loneliness, and persecution, yet remained steadfast in his faith. The series invites us to walk with Jeremiah from his village beginnings to his lonely years in Jerusalem, and finally to the vision of hope that God gave him for the future kingdom. It is a moving portrait of faith under fire, showing how God sustains His servants in the most difficult seasons of life.

This series, The Way of the Wilderness, explores how God led Israel through the desert after their deliverance from Egypt, shaping them into a people prepared for His kingdom. The journey was not simply about reaching the land of promise, but about learning lessons of faith, obedience, discipline, and trust. Each study shows how Israel’s experiences in the wilderness mirror our own walk as believers, teaching us to rely on the presence of God, to value His covenant, and to move forward with courage and hope. Through Israel’s failures and God’s mercy, we are invited to see how He works patiently to train His children for life in His kingdom.