In this first bonus mid-week episode, I’ll read the from George Macdonald’s “The Miracles of Our Lord” with the chapter titled, “The Beginning of Miracles” in which the author examines Jesus’ first miracle, that of turning water into wine. I hope you enjoy this new Sleepy Scriptures segment. For Sleepy Scriptures subscribers, the complete introduction and this chapter of “The Miracles of Our Lord” are now available for you to listen ad-free. Additional chapters will become available to subscribe...
Feb 22, 2024•25 min
Welcome to the first subscriber-only segment of Sleepy Scriptures. Today I’ll read the first two chapters comprising MacDonald’s introduction to his work in chapter one, and an in-depth look at Jesus’ first miracle in chapter two. God bless. (Visit SleepyScriptures.com to become a subscriber).
Feb 21, 2024•35 min
Welcome to Sleepy Scriptures. (Click Here to Subscribe *Ad-Free* with bonus content) . Today we’ll complete the New Testament book of Colossians with chapters 3 and 4 and begin the book of First Thessalonians with chapters 1 and 2. I’ll read Psalm 91, a perennial favorite, and from the Old Testament book of Second Kings I’ll read chapters 5 to 8. A quick reminder that in the next couple of days I’ll be releasing the first sleepy installment of George MacDonald’s “The Miracles of Our Lord” with s...
Feb 20, 2024•42 min•Season 2Ep. 88
(Click Here To Subscribe Ad-Free Now!) Welcome to Sleepy Scriptures. Continuing our journey through the King James Bible, today I’ll read from the New Testament book of Colossians, chapters 1 and 2, I’ll read Psalm 90, and from the Old Testament book of second Kings with chapters 1 to 4. Before I begin, just a quick word on the recent introduction of advertisements to our podcast. In fact, you may have just heard one, and this has become necessary to sustain Sleepy Scriptures for the future. Now...
Feb 13, 2024•38 min•Season 2Ep. 87
(Click Here To Subscribe Ad-Free Now!) Welcome to Sleepy Scriptures, today I’ll read all four chapters of the New Testament book of Philippians, I’ll read Psalm 89, and we’ll complete the Old Testament book of first Kings with chapters 19 to 22. I hope you’ll find some rest and comfort in today’s readings as you get comfy and listen episode 86 of Sleepy Scriptures. God Bless
Feb 06, 2024•56 min•Season 2Ep. 86
Welcome to Sleepy Scriptures, today we’ll finish up the New Testament book of Ephesians as I read to you chapters 4 to 6, I’ll read Psalm 88, and we’ll continue the book of first Kings with chapters 15 to 18 in the Old Testament. So find that comfy place for sleep or relaxation, and drift away as we listen to episode 85 of Sleepy Scriptures. God Bless.
Jan 30, 2024•45 min•Season 2Ep. 85
Welcome to Sleepy Scriptures, today we begin the New Testament book of Ephesians as I read to you chapters 1 to 3, I’ll read Psalm 87, and chapters 11 to 14 of the Old Testament first book of Kings. If this is your first visit, you may choose to start at the beginning of our relaxing journey through the Bible with episode one. Or just get comfortable, open your mind to today’s readings and relax for a while as we listen to episode 84 of Sleepy Scriptures. God Bless
Jan 23, 2024•44 min•Season 2Ep. 84
Welcome back to Sleepy Scriptures, today we’ll complete the New Testament book of Galatians as I read to you (with slightly hoarse voice still) chapters 5 and 6, I’ll read Psalm 86, and chapters 7 to 10 of the Old Testament first book of Kings. Now, let’s take a few deep breaths, find that comfy position and, for now, put aside our thoughts of today and our cares for tomorrow, as we listen to episode 83 of Sleepy Scriptures. God Bless (Donate)...
Jan 16, 2024•48 min•Season 2Ep. 83
Welcome back to Sleepy Scriptures, I hope you had a Happy Christmas and I wish you all the best for the new year. This is Steve with you, and having spent the Christmas season with family, my wife Donna and I, as usual, are presently recovering from our annual bout with the flu, courtesy of all our grandkids. So please forgive my lack of voice in this first episode of 2024, as I read to you chapters 3 and 4 of the New Testament book of Galatians, Psalm 85, and the first book of Kings chapters 3 ...
Jan 09, 2024•36 min•Season 2Ep. 82
How the Bible tells the Christmas story - the complete account as read from the Gospel of Luke in the Sleepy Scriptures manner. To you and yours, wishing all my Sleepy Scriptures listeners a Merry Christmas and many blessings for the New Year. God Bless, Steve.
Dec 23, 2023•19 min
The Old Testament prophecies of His coming, and the birth of Jesus Christ. As Christmas approaches enjoy this special Sleepy Scriptures presentation in anticipation of the celebration of the birth of Our Lord. God Bless
Dec 19, 2023•20 min
In episode 81 of Sleepy Scriptures we begin the New Testament book of Galatians with chapters 1 and 2, I read Psalm 84, and start the Old Testament book of 1 Kings with chapters 1 and 2. Before I begin, a quick word to let you know that the next full episode in our sequential scripture readings will be available on January 9, 2024. Between now and then, over the Christmas and New Year's holidays Sleepy Scriptures will feature the gospel accounts and shorter readings relating to the birth of Jesu...
Dec 12, 2023•33 min•Season 2Ep. 81
Welcome to Sleepy Scriptures where I have the pleasure of helping you relax to a gentle Bible reading with soothing music. Today, in the 80th episode of Sleepy Scriptures, I conclude the New Testament book of First Corinthians with chapters 14 to 16, I read Psalm 83, and finish the Old Testament book of 2 Samuel with chapters 21 to 24. So take a few moments with some deep breaths and relax your tired body into a cozy position. Release all your concerns of the day, let go of tomorrow, and think a...
Dec 05, 2023•51 min•Season 2Ep. 80
Welcome to Sleepy Scriptures. Today I’ll read from the New Testament book of First Corinthians with chapters 11 to 13, I’ll read Psalm 82 and from the Old Testament book of 2 Samuel with chapters 17 to 20. Now you may know that Sleepy Scriptures is here to help calm you after your busy day, indeed, to help you fall asleep. For some, Sleepy Scriptures provides an opportunity to set aside that elusive quiet time for a reading of the Bible. Whatever your reason for listening, I hope your need is me...
Nov 28, 2023•48 min•Season 2Ep. 79
Welcome to Sleepy Scriptures. Today I’ll read the New Testament book of First Corinthians with chapters 9 and 10, I’ll read Psalm 81 and the Old Testament book of 2 Samuel with chapters 13 to 16. So sit back and get comfortable, or lie down and snuggle up, take a few deep breaths and let your mind and body relax as I read to you episode 78 of Sleepy Scriptures. God Bless.
Nov 21, 2023•44 min•Season 2Ep. 78
Welcome to Sleepy Scriptures. Today I’ll read the New Testament book of First Corinthians with chapters 5 through 8, I’ll read Psalm 80 and the Old Testament book of 2 Samuel with chapters 9 to 12. I hope you find Sleepy Scriptures helpful either as a convenient means of hearing the Bible or as a way to relax or fall asleep. Or perhaps both. With a growing back catalogue of episodes you don't need to wait for each week's installment. By repeating your favorites you may choose to listen every nig...
Nov 19, 2023•42 min•Season 2Ep. 77
Welcome to Sleepy Scriptures. Today I'll read the New Testament book of First Corinthians with chapters 3 and 4, I’ll read Psalm 79 and the Old Testament book of 2 Samuel with chapters 5 to 8. Now, it time to begin today's readings, so let go of those lingering echoes of today, put aside all thoughts of tomorrow and rest for a while as I read you episode 76 of Sleepy Scriptures. God Bless. Get The Daily Bible Verse Donate...
Nov 07, 2023•34 min•Season 2Ep. 76
Welcome to Sleepy Scriptures. Before we begin I'd like to thank Rayleatt and Lori. I'm so grateful for your generous support. Today we begin the book of First Corinthians with chapters 1 and 2. This New Testament book is the first of two letters that were written by Paul the apostle to the church in Corinth. Paul wrote this letter from Ephesus around the year 55 a.d. I’ll read Psalm 78 today, and begin the Old Testament book of 2 Samuel with chapters 1 to 4. There's a lot going on in the world, ...
Nov 02, 2023•47 min•Season 2Ep. 75
Episode 75 of Sleepy Scriptures will be available on Thursday this week. In the meantime I hope you enjoy another hour of Psalms. God Bless.
Oct 31, 2023•1 hr
Welcome to Sleepy Scriptures. Today we'll conclude the New Testament book of Romans with chapters 13 through 16, I'll read Psalm 77, and finish up the Old Testament book of 1 Samuel with chapters 27 to 31. If you'd like to ask a question or discuss this, or any episode of Sleepy Scriptures just follow the link in the episode notes to the episode webpage, where you can use the comments section to join or start a discussion, make a comment, or ask your question. But for now, its time to relax and ...
Oct 24, 2023•45 min•Season 2Ep. 74
Welcome to Sleepy Scriptures. Today I’ll read the book of Romans chapters 11 and 12 from the New Testament, Psalm 76, and the Old Testament book of 1 Samuel with chapters 23 through 26. So sit back and relax or lie down and get comfy, as you open your mind and heart to the timeless words in episode 73 of Sleep Scriptures. God Bless.
Oct 17, 2023•43 min•Season 2Ep. 73
This is Steve at Sleepy Scriptures, and today I'll read the book of Romans chapters 9 and 10 from the New Testament, Psalm 75, and the Old Testament book of 1 Samuel with chapters 20 through 22. If you enjoy Sleepy Scriptures, remember to select the follow or subscribe button, and please share each episode on social media for those who might also like to hear the Bible, delivered in our Sleepy Scriptures manner. Now, its time for us to be calm. To take some deep breaths and feel our concerns fal...
Oct 10, 2023•33 min•Season 2Ep. 72
Welcome back to Sleepy Scriptures. I hope you enjoyed last week's special episode featuring a full hour of Psalms. Today we'll resume our sequential journey through the Bible as I read the book of Romans chapters 7 and 8 from the New Testament, Psalm 74, and the Old Testament book of 1 Samuel with chapters 17 through 19 (David and Goliath). If you'd like to post a review, comment or question, just send me an email or, if you're listening on Spotify you can use the Q & A section in the episod...
Oct 03, 2023•43 min•Season 2Ep. 71
I hope you enjoy this special episode featuring a full hour of Psalms presented in the usual Sleepy Scriptures manner. I will return next week with episode 71 continuing where we left off in episode 70. Thanks for your patience while I complete a house move this week. God Bless. Steve. (Donate)
Sep 26, 2023•1 hr
Today I’ll read Romans chapters 5 and 6 from the New Testament, I’ll read Psalm 73, and we’ll continue the Old Testament book of 1 Samuel with chapters 14 through 16. This is Steve, your host. I'm so grateful that you're listening today, whether you're here for the word of God, to enjoy the spoken word, or to just relax or fall asleep. I hope you find blessing and rest as I read episode 70 of Sleepy Scriptures. God Bless. (Donate)...
Sep 19, 2023•40 min•Season 2Ep. 70
Today I'll read Romans chapters 3 and 4 from the New Testament, I'll read Psalm 72, and we'll continue the Old Testament book of 1 Samuel with chapters 9 through 13. So get comfortable, take some meditative time for just you and the Bible, as I read episode 69 of Sleepy Scriptures. God Bless.
Sep 12, 2023•43 min•Season 2Ep. 69
Today I'll start the New Testament book of Romans with chapters 1 and 2. The book of Romans is a letter written by the apostle Paul to the church in Rome. He wrote it from Corinth in the year 57 A.D.. Also in today's episode I'll read Psalm 70 and continue the Old Testament book of 1 Samuel with chapters 5 through 8. Before I begin, a quick word of gratitude to Kanani who donated to Sleepy Scriptures last week. I do appreciate your support in keeping Sleepy Scriptures going. For listeners wishin...
Sep 05, 2023•35 min•Season 2Ep. 68
In today’s episode we'll finish up The Acts Of The Apostles with chapters 27 and 28 from the New Testament, I’ll read Psalm 70 and and we'll start the Old Testament book of 1 Samuel with chapters 1 through 4. Before I begin, I'd like to express my gratitude to Mike and Jordan for their financial support last week, and for Mike's kind words of encouragement in the episode 66 Spotify comments. If you'd like to join Mike and Jordan with a gift of support for Sleepy Scriptures, there's a donation li...
Aug 29, 2023•42 min•Season 2Ep. 67
In today's meditative Bible readings I'll continue The Acts Of The Apostles chapters 25 and 26 from the New Testament, and I'll read Psalm 69 and The Book Of Ruth from the Old Testament. I hope you'll find today's Sleepy Scripture readings to be a source of inspiration and relaxation. So sit back, take it easy for a while, or curl up in a comfy position ready to drift off, as I read episode 66 of Sleepy Scriptures. God Bless. (Donate)...
Aug 22, 2023•39 min•Season 2Ep. 66
In today's Episode of Sleepy Scriptures I read from the New Testament with the Acts of the Apostles chapters 23 and 24. I'll read Psalm 68, and we'll finish up the Old Testament book of Judges with chapters 16 through 21. So get comfortable, take a few deep breaths, calm your tired mind and take in our stories of Paul the Apostle, and Samson and Delilah, in Episode 65 of Sleepy Scriptures. God Bless.
Aug 18, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Season 2Ep. 65
