The Easy English Bible Study Podcast
In this podcast, I read Bible passages and share my reflections in easy English. It’s a simple and helpful way to study the Bible while improving your English at the same time. I speak slowly and explain ideas in a learner-friendly way so listeners of all levels can follow.
The Bible readings come from a three-year lectionary plan used by many churches around the world. This plan is shared by both Protestants and Catholics:
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In Protestant churches, it is called the Revised Common Lectionary (RCL).
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In the Catholic Church, it is known as the Lectionary for Mass.
Español:
Leo pasajes de la Biblia y comparto mis reflexiones en un inglés fácil. Es una manera sencilla y útil de estudiar la Biblia mientras mejoras tu inglés. Hablo despacio y explico las ideas claramente para todos los niveles.
Português (Brasil):
Leio passagens da Bíblia e compartilho minhas reflexões em inglês fácil. É uma forma simples e útil de estudar a Bíblia enquanto melhora seu inglês. Falo devagar e explico as ideias de modo claro para todos os níveis.
日本語:
聖書の箇所を読み、やさしい英語で考えを分かち合います。英語を学びながら聖書を学べるシンプルで役立つ方法です。ゆっくり話し、わかりやすく説明します。
한국어:
성경 구절을 읽고 쉬운 영어로 생각을 나눕니다. 영어와 성경을 함께 공부할 수 있는 쉽고 유익한 방법입니다. 천천히 말하고 쉽게 설명합니다.
中文（简体）:
我朗读圣经经文，并用简单的英语分享思考。这是一种同时学习圣经和提高英语的简单方式。我讲话缓慢，解释清楚。
中文（繁體）:
我朗讀聖經經文，並用簡單的英語分享想法。這是一種同時學習聖經和提升英語的簡單方式。我說話緩慢，解釋清楚。
Tagalog:
Binabasa ko ang mga talata sa Bibliya at ibinabahagi ang aking pagninilay sa madaling English. Simple at kapaki-pakinabang itong paraan para sabay na mag-aral ng Bibliya at English.
Tiếng Việt:
Tôi đọc các đoạn Kinh Thánh và chia sẻ suy ngẫm bằng tiếng Anh đơn giản. Đây là cách đơn giản và hữu ích để học Kinh Thánh và cải thiện tiếng Anh cùng lúc.
Bahasa Indonesia:
Saya membaca ayat-ayat Alkitab dan membagikan refleksi dalam bahasa Inggris sederhana. Cara yang mudah dan bermanfaat untuk belajar Alkitab sambil meningkatkan kemampuan bahasa Inggris.
Français:
Je lis des passages de la Bible et je partage mes réflexions en anglais simple. Une manière simple et utile d’étudier la Bible tout en améliorant votre anglais.
Hindi
इस पॉडकास्ट में, मैं बाइबल के पद पढ़ता हूँ और आसान अंग्रेज़ी में अपने विचार साझा करता हूँ। यह बाइबल का अध्ययन करने और साथ-साथ अपनी अंग्रेज़ी सुधारने का एक सरल और उपयोगी तरीका है। मैं धीरे-धीरे बोलता हूँ और विचारों को आसान भाषा में समझाता हूँ ताकि हर स्तर के श्रोता आसानी से समझ सकें।
Swahili
Katika podikasti hii, ninasoma mistari ya Biblia na kushiriki mawazo yangu kwa Kiingereza rahisi. Ni njia rahisi na yenye msaada ya kusoma Biblia huku ukiboresha Kiingereza chako. Ninaongea polepole na kuelezea mawazo kwa lugha rahisi ili wasikilizaji wa viwango vyote waweze kufuatilia.
Russian
В этом подкасте я читаю отрывки из Библии и делюсь своими размышлениями на простом английском языке. Это простой и полезный способ изучать Библию и одновременно улучшать свой английский. Я говорю медленно и объясняю идеи понятным языком, чтобы слушатели любого уровня могли легко понимать.
Episodes
Feb 2, 2026
Feb 2, 2026
19 min
Matthew 5:13-20 is the Bible reading for this episode. Here, Jesus tells us that we are the “salt of the earth” and the “light of the world”.
(( You can contact me (David Gray) or give me helpful feedback on this podcast at easyenglishbiblestudy@gmail.com ))
He wants us others to see our good deeds. Why? So that we might glorify our Father in heaven. Jesus also says that He has come to fulfill the law. He wants our righteousness to surpass those who care only about “following rules”. He wants us to follow the spirit of the law with an upright heart. I hope you are enjoying this podcast. Please feel free to leave a comment. That would be helpful for this podcast. God bless you! David
You can contact me (David Gray) or give me helpful feedback on this podcast at easyenglishbiblestudy@gmail.com
Jan 27, 2026
Jan 27, 2026
12 min
Matthew 5:1-12, known as the “Beatitudes” is the Bible reading for this week’s podcast.
You can contact me (David Gray) or give me helpful feedback on this podcast at easyenglishbiblestudy@gmail.com
The is the first part of Jesus’ famous message called the “Sermon on the Mount”. What Jesus teaches is often the opposite of what we think is right. For example, Jesus teaches “blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted”. We would say that mourning (being sad for the death of someone we love) is not a blessing. But Jesus says that it is a blessing because God will comfort us. It is a blessing to need God and to be comforted by God. It is dangerous to be a Christian in some countries. Is it difficult, hard or dangerous for you to be a Christian where you live? If so, may these words give you comfort as you deal with your situation. God be with you and give you strength. David Gray
You can contact me (David Gray) or give me helpful feedback on this podcast at easyenglishbiblestudy@gmail.com
Jan 20, 2026
Jan 20, 2026
21 min
Acts 9:1-22 is the Bible reading for this bonus episode. Here we are learning about Saul’s (later know as Paul) conversion.
You can contact me, David Gray, or give me your feedback at: easyenglishbiblestudy@gmail.com
Saul was attacking or persecuting the early Christians who belonged to the Way. He went to Damascus to find them and have them put in prison. However, on the way to Damascus he was knocked down by a bright light. In a special vision he encountered Jesus himself. Saul became a Christian and immediately started preaching that Jesus is the Son of God and the Messiah. From this story we see the very extreme change in Saul from someone who persecuted Christians to a great evangelist for Jesus. We see such dramatic conversions today too. However, our own personal conversion might be very simple or quiet in comparison. That is ok! Some of us convert more gradually and in a much less dramatic way. The most important thing is that we now believe and trust in Jesus. How we are converted is much less important than the simple fact that we have been changed. I hope you benefit from this bonus episode. If possible please leave a comment. If you enjoy this podcast feel free to subscribe. Take care and God bless! David Gray
You can contact me, David Gray, or give me your feedback at: easyenglishbiblestudy@gmail.com
Jan 19, 2026
Jan 19, 2026
15 min
This podcast is for people who want to study English as a second language or as a foreign language and also learn about the Bible at the same time!
You can contact me, David Gray, or give me your feedback at: easyenglishbiblestudy@gmail.com
Matthew 4:12-25 is the Bible reading for this episode. Here Jesus begins his ministry. John the Baptist is put in prison. Jesus leaves Nazareth and lives in Capernaum. He calls his first disciples and they immediately leave their work of fishing and follow Him. Jesus teaches in synagogues, proclaims the good news of the kingdom and heals many kinds of sicknesses and diseases. Large crowds from many regions follow him. After the reading I talk about Jesus starting His ministry at a dangerous time. I also comment on the fact that there are times when we need to immediately respond to the call of God.
I hope this podcast is helpful for you! How is this podcast for you? Is is helpful? How could it be better? Please leave a comment and let me know. You can also tell me about yourself if you want to. What is your first language? Where are you from? Thank you so much for listening! David Gray
You can contact me, David Gray, or give me your feedback at: easyenglishbiblestudy@gmail.com
Jan 14, 2026
Jan 14, 2026
23 min
Mark 8:27-9:1 is the reading for this Bonus episode of “The Easy English Bible Study Podcast.” Jesus asks “Who do people say that I am?”
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Peter says that Jesus is “the Messiah” but later when Jesus says that he will be killed and rise again Peter wants to stop Jesus from such a future. Jesus rebukes Peter. Jesus then teaches that we are to lose our lives for Jesus and the gospel. In my comments I ask: What does it mean for you and for me to lose our lives for Jesus? Are we embarrassed of Jesus? Or are we willing to tell others about Jesus and his teachings?
You can contact me, David Gray, or give me your feedback at: easyenglishbiblestudy@gmail.com
Jan 12, 2026
Jan 12, 2026
16 min
John 1:29-42 is the reading for this episode of “The Easy English Bible Study Podcast.”
You can contact me, David Gray, or give me your helpful feedback at: easyenglishbiblestudy@gmail.com
Here John the Baptist gives a testimony about Jesus. He tells us what happened at Jesus’ baptism and he tells us that Jesus is the Lamb of God. Andrew and one other leave John and start to follow Jesus. Andrew tells Simon (later to be called Peter) about Jesus saying that Jesus is the Messiah. In my comments I talk about how we too can give our own testimony about Jesus and about what He is doing in our lives.
You can contact me, David Gray, or give me your helpful feedback at: easyenglishbiblestudy@gmail.com
Jan 5, 2026
Jan 5, 2026
11 min
This reading is about the baptism of Jesus.
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John the Baptist was surprised when Jesus came to him to be baptized. John thought that he should be baptized by Jesus. After Jesus is baptized we see in one moment the trinity. The Father says “This is my Son, whom I love; with him I am well pleased.” Also the Holy Spirit comes down to Jesus like a dove. One take away is that we too can tell our children that we love them and that they please us just as the Father did to Jesus.
You can contact me, David Gray, or give me your feedback at: easyenglishbiblestudy@gmail.com
Jan 2, 2026
Jan 2, 2026
12 min
Matthew 2:1-12. This is a bonus episode about the Magi (or the Wisemen) visiting Joseph, Mary and Jesus. This is a special day on the church calendar called “The Epiphany of Our Lord”.
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In the reading the Magi come from the East and at first they see King Herod in Jerusalem and state that they are looking for the King of the Jews. This disturbs Herod. The Maji visit Jesus and when they return, they go home a different way and they do not tell Herod where to find Jesus. In my comments I explain some of the text and I also clear up two false ideas about this story. One take away that I have from this reading (one lesson I learned) is that this story shows that Jesus is not only the “King of the Jews” but also the Lord or King of all people.
You can contact me, David Gray, or give me your feedback at: easyenglishbiblestudy@gmail.com
Dec 31, 2025
Dec 31, 2025
7 min
Happy New Year! This is a bonus episode for January 1st.
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The Bible passage is only one verse, Luke 2:21. It is about the circumcision and naming of Jesus on the child’s eighth day of his life. I also take a moment to thank you, my listener for listening to this podcast. We already have listeners from many countries! What country are you from? How is the podcast for you? I am looking forward to reading the Bible with you in the new year! God bless you in the new year! David
You can contact me, David Gray, or give me your feedback at: easyenglishbiblestudy@gmail.com
Dec 30, 2025
Dec 30, 2025
11 min
This reading is about the baptism of Jesus.
You can contact me, David Gray, or give me your feedback at: easyenglishbiblestudy@gmail.com
John the Baptist was surprised when Jesus came to him to be baptized. John thought that he should be baptized by Jesus. After Jesus is baptized we see in one moment the trinity. The Father says “This is my Son, whom I love; with him I am well pleased.” Also the Holy Spirit comes down to Jesus like a dove. One take away is that we too can tell our children that we love them and that they please us just as the Father did to Jesus.
You can contact me, David Gray, or give me your feedback at: easyenglishbiblestudy@gmail.com