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It Is Written is the flagship program of the It Is Written ministry, which for more than six decades has shared the transforming teachings of the Bible directly from the pages of God’s Word. Presented by John Bradshaw and often filmed in fascinating and visually stunning locations around the world, It Is Written covers a wide range of biblical subjects and shares faith in Jesus Christ as the hope of the world.
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A Day to Remember
Could it be that you’re missing out by rushing through the week without pausing to remember? At the dawn of creation, God gave the human family a special gift. Join John Bradshaw on location at the site of the world’s largest Ten Commandments for "A Day to Remember."
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Aug 5, 2022
Great Characters of the Bible: Solomon
He built the most beautiful temple ever constructed, wrote two books of the Bible, and was wiser than any man before him. He had everything he could possibly want, but it wasn’t enough. Join John Bradshaw for “Great Characters of the Bible: Solomon” and learn about the man who had it all, lost it all, and found his way back to faith in God.
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Jul 29, 2022
Are Ghosts Real?
Pop culture is full of ghost stories—you’ve doubtless heard one or two yourself—but are ghosts truly the spirits of the dead? Join John Bradshaw as he highlights verses that show the truth behind this common deception and learn what the Bible says happens to people once they die.
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Jul 22, 2022
Anti-Aging Secrets
In the beginning, God created people to live forever, yet illness and disease have cut already-short lives even shorter. Join John Bradshaw and special guest Dr. John Westerdahl and find what keys the Bible holds to a longer and healthier life. The powerful, anti-aging secrets of the Bible will help you experience a more abundant life in this world, and eternal life in the world to come!
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Jul 15, 2022
Healing Foods of the Bible
While modern society suffers from ill health on an unprecedented scale, the answer to many health problems can be found in the Bible. Join Pastor John Bradshaw and Doctor John Westerdahl for "Healing Foods of the Bible," and learn how God's Word contains a divine prescription for good health.
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Jul 8, 2022
Ancient Wisdom, Present Power - Part 1
The world changed forever in the 16th century when Martin Luther’s protest ushered in the Reformation. What issues were at stake, and how much do those issues matter today? Join John Bradshaw and Dr. Michael Hasel for the two-part series, “Ancient Wisdom, Present Power,” as they examine a collection of rare books that tell the story of the Reformation.
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Jul 1, 2022
Health Care God’s Way
John Bradshaw and Dr. John Westerdahl discuss a few of the health principles found in the Bible, and show how some well-known biblical characters benefited, mind, body, and spirit, from God's original diet.
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Jun 24, 2022
Great Chapters of the Bible: Matthew 5
In Matthew chapter 5, Jesus gets to the heart of the Christian experience, challenging His hearers that rather than merely being religious, they possess a faith in Him that reflects a changed heart and life. This chapter offers the assurance that God is able to do in His people what they cannot do for themselves. Join Pastor John Bradshaw for “Great Chapters of the Bible: Matthew 5.”
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Jun 17, 2022
A Father’s Love
Father's Day is an opportunity to reflect on the blessing that fathers can be in our lives. What do fathers bring to our relationships that we can get nowhere else? And what does God expect of fathers here on earth? Join Pastor John Bradshaw, It Is Written Associate Speaker Eric Flickinger, It Is Written Evangelism Director Yves Monnier, and Dr. Ron Smith, a doctor of ministry in counseling and a PhD in psychology, as they discuss the role of a Christian father.
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Jun 10, 2022
Danger on the Doorstep
In June of 2018, hundreds of lives were lost following a volcanic eruption in Guatemala. The majority of those who perished could have survived if simple steps had been taken. In a world filled with spiritual danger, simple steps can ensure your spiritual safety. Learn the story of the eruption of Volcán de Fuego, and discover timeless secrets that will preserve you in the midst of temptation and sin. Filmed on location in Guatemala.
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Jun 3, 2022
Great Characters of the Bible: Job
It is one of the most challenging books in the Bible, yet it answers some of the most difficult questions asked. Job’s journey into the depths of anguish provides clarity and an unforgettable picture of the character of God. Don’t miss "Great Characters of the Bible: Job," presented by John Bradshaw.
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May 27, 2022
Who Was Desmond Doss?
John Bradshaw shares how war represents the greater spiritual struggle between good and evil, and discusses the character of Doss and his faith. Recorded on location at various sites commemorating the life of Desmond Doss.
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May 20, 2022
Upon This Rock
In 1517 Martin Luther took a stand for the Bible. One thing that troubled Luther in his day was that the church was not founded on Jesus. Five hundred years later, have things really changed? Are you building upon the Rock, Jesus? Are you basing your life on His Word? Join John Bradshaw on location in Poland and discover how important it is to build upon Jesus and to lean your life totally on Him.
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May 13, 2022
Controlling Your Blood Pressure
High blood pressure is called "the silent killer." Not only does it have the potential to kill a person, but it can also rob all quality of life and impairs the frontal lobe. Join John Bradshaw and Dr. David DeRose from CompassHealth Consulting as they discuss biblical health principles to combat high blood pressure.
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May 6, 2022
Emotional Intelligence: What Is It?
Be all that you can be! Join John Bradshaw as he interviews Dr. Neil Nedley of Nedley Health Solutions and discover what emotional intelligence is and how it forms an important part of your relationship with God.
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Apr 29, 2022
Camp Hope
When 33 miners were trapped 2,300 feet below ground in a gold and copper mine in Chile, a massive effort to save them was undertaken. Before their eventual rescue after 69 days, Camp Hope was established, witnessing to faith in God during extreme adversity, reminding us of the "Camp Hope" God has established for all of His children.
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Apr 22, 2022
Trapped
In 2010, a collapse at a mine in northern Chile left 33 Chilean miners trapped 2,300 feet below ground. The story of their incredible rescue is a story of triumph over tragedy, faith against the odds, and the blessing and grace of a loving God.
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Apr 15, 2022
Great Chapters of the Bible: 1 Corinthians 15
It is one of the epic chapters of the New Testament, offering hope to humanity as it presents in detail the promise of the resurrection. First Corinthians 15 is discussed in this episode of the ongoing series, “Great Chapters of the Bible.” Paul writes that death is not the end for the believer in Jesus, and that there is life stretching beyond the grave for people of faith.
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Apr 8, 2022
The March of Death
Just hours after the attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941, Japan invaded the Philippines. In the midst of the death and destruction, tens of thousands of American and Filipino soldiers were forced to march on what became known as the Bataan Death March. Why does God allow such horrors? Satisfactory answers don’t come easy. Join Pastor John Bradshaw on location in the Philippines for “The March of Death.”
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Apr 1, 2022
The Dangers of Technology
We live in an age of unprecedented access. This generation is the first in history to be constantly connected to a stream of information, the effect of which can be harmful, both mentally and spiritually. Join John Bradshaw as he and his guests look at the worrying impact the Information Age is having on our world, and learn how you can protect yourself from the dangers of technology.
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Mar 25, 2022
Time Well Spent
Time marches relentlessly on. Life is governed by it. So how do you find time for the things you really want to do? And how does a person find time for God? Don’t miss "Time Well Spent." Discover how God intends time to be your ally as you prepare for eternity.
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Mar 18, 2022
Free Fall
Although it is God’s will to keep His children from sin, Christians fall into sin over and over again. Often the fall is hard and painful. What does God do with those who fall? Join John Bradshaw on location in the Australian cities of Melbourne and Hobart for an encouraging and insightful look at how God handles our failures.
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Mar 11, 2022
Effective Prayer
What’s the secret to effective prayer? Can anyone learn to pray effectively? Or do you have to be specially qualified to get your prayers answered? Join John Bradshaw on location in Moldova and explore the answers from the Bible.
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Mar 4, 2022
Winners and Losers
On average, Americans spend a dollar a day on gambling—$360 a year per person. Although the Bible doesn’t speak specifically about gambling, the negative impact is clear. How does God feel about gambling, and is there hope for those caught in gambling's web? Join Pastor John Bradshaw for "Winners and Losers," filmed on location in Australia and New Zealand.
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Feb 25, 2022
The Hero
Superheroes are big business today, but what do heroes really look like? Join John Bradshaw for "The Hero" as he shares dramatic accounts of heroic Medal of Honor recipients and the unforgettable story of the greatest Hero of them all.
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Feb 18, 2022
Great Chapters of the Bible: Hebrews 11
Noah, Abraham, and Sarah are all considered luminaries of faith, yet they all made mistakes. Join John Bradshaw for "Great Chapters of the Bible: Hebrews 11" as he digs deeper into the stories of these imperfect heroes, and find inspiration in a God who promises to never quit on us.
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Feb 11, 2022
Running the Race
Confronted by extremely challenging circumstances, Jesse Owens went on to win four Olympic gold medals and became the most famous athlete on the planet. What challenges are you facing? What voices are saying that you can’t possibly succeed? “Running the Race” shows how every person can experience success in this world and in the world to come!
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Feb 4, 2022
Free Indeed
Slavery had been abolished in 1865, but by the 1880s, convict leasing flourished in its place. Many black citizens who had thought themselves free were unjustly ensnared in yet another form of forced labor. Freedom isn’t always as it seems. Join John Bradshaw for “Free Indeed” and learn of the glorious hope God offers for those enslaved by sin.
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Jan 28, 2022
Great Characters of the Bible: Peter
Peter was a flawed human. Impetuous, impulsive, and rash, he messed up time and again. But God grew him, changed him, and used him in powerful ways. If you can see yourself in Peter, then you will see God’s love for you in the unfolding of this disciple’s story. Join John Bradshaw for “Great Characters of the Bible: Peter.”
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Jan 21, 2022
Not Guilty
After spending 32 years in prison for a crime he did not commit, Gilbert Poole was exonerated. But unlike Mr. Poole, sinners are guilty of sins they did commit. It’s one thing for an innocent person to go free, but what hope do the guilty have? Don’t miss “Not Guilty,” and learn how your past mistakes do not have to define your future!
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Jan 14, 2022
Preventing Cognitive Decline - Part 2
Alzheimer's is a devastating disease affecting millions of people, but there is hope for those who are suffering the effects of dementia. Join John Bradshaw and special guest Dr. Wes Youngberg as they sit down to identify risk factors and discuss simple lifestyle changes that you can make to help prevent and even reverse cognitive decline.
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Jan 7, 2022
Preventing Cognitive Decline - Part 1
Alzheimer's is a devastating disease affecting millions of people, but there is hope for those who are suffering the effects of dementia. Join John Bradshaw and special guest Dr. Wes Youngberg as they sit down to identify risk factors and discuss simple lifestyle changes that you can make to help prevent and even reverse cognitive decline.
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Dec 31, 2021
The Promise You Can Never Keep
Everyone knows the vast majority of New Year’s resolutions are never kept. In the same way, promises made to God are destined to be broken. But there is a way to live the life God wants you to live, and it has everything to do with promises. Join John Bradshaw for "The Promise You Can Never Keep," and discover a power that will never let you down.
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Dec 24, 2021
Unwrap My Heart
The wise men famously traveled from afar to bring gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh to the Messiah. It may not seem likely, but there’s a gift that you can give God which is just as precious. Join John Bradshaw and guest musicians for “Unwrap My Heart,” in celebration of that special night when God worked through Mary to give humanity the greatest gift of all.
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Dec 17, 2021
The Greatest War
War and unrest have long troubled the city of Sarajevo in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Events which occurred there gave rise to World War I. The Bosnian War of the 1990s and decades of communism have also left their scars. But today, a far greater trouble shakes the world—the Greatest War rages. Join John Bradshaw on location in Sarajevo, and learn what it will take to survive.
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Dec 10, 2021
Kingdom Come
Babylon, Medo-Persia, Greece, Rome—all great civilizations whose power and influence have been reduced to rubble over the centuries. But the Bible speaks of a kingdom that won’t fade with time. Join John Bradshaw as he looks at the prophecies of Daniel, and learn how the progression and trajectory of history speak to the soon return of Jesus and a kingdom that will last forever.
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Dec 3, 2021
Overcoming Obesity
The Bible encourages us to take our health seriously, and obesity is an issue that affects many Americans. Learn how you can overcome this disorder and improve your physical and spiritual health. Join Dr. David DeRose and Pastor John Bradshaw as they discuss practical, Bible-based health principles.
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Nov 26, 2021
The Kingdom of Stone
Historic sites such as the pyramids of Egypt and Machu Picchu in Peru attest to the influence and power of ancient societies. But as these great monuments fade with time, it’s easy to wonder if there could ever be a civilization that will stand forever. Join John Bradshaw at the Great Zimbabwe ruins in Africa and discover God's plan for a society that will never fall to ruin.
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Nov 19, 2021
Grateful
The Pilgrims came to America seeking freedom from religious persecution only to face another set of hardships in the New World. Still they chose to follow Paul’s admonition to the Thessalonians: “In everything give thanks.” Join John Bradshaw as he takes us back to the roots of the American Thanksgiving and shares how you too can be grateful in spite of difficult circumstances.
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Nov 12, 2021
History Repeats: Persecution and the Early Church
The Roman emperor Diocletian was responsible for what has been described as the worst period of persecution in the history of the Christian church—persecution so intense it is mentioned in the book of Revelation. Persecution will again shake the church, and God wants you to be ready for that time. Join Pastor John Bradshaw on location in Split, Croatia, the site of Diocletian’s famed summer palace, for "History Repeats."
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Nov 5, 2021
Great Characters of the Bible: Jacob
Before becoming the father of a great nation, Jacob deceived his own father. In doing so, he set himself on a path filled with hardship. Yet, even at his lowest, Jacob held on to God. And God never let go of Jacob. Join John Bradshaw for another episode of “Great Characters of the Bible” and learn how the same God who blessed Jacob wants to bless you.
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Oct 31, 2021
Are Ghosts Real?
Pop culture is full of ghost stories—you’ve doubtless heard one or two yourself—but are ghosts truly the spirits of the dead? Join John Bradshaw as he highlights verses that show the truth behind this common deception and learn what the Bible says happens to people once they die.
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Oct 22, 2021
Do You Believe in Miracles?
When the United States won against the Soviet Union in the 1980 Winter Olympics, they called it the “Miracle on Ice.” But what exactly qualifies as a miracle? An unexpected win? The illusions of a magician? Join John Bradshaw as he looks at biblical and modern-day miracles, one of which you personally have a part in.
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Oct 17, 2021
Winners and Losers
On average, Americans spend a dollar a day on gambling—$360 a year per person. Although the Bible doesn’t speak specifically about gambling, the negative impact is clear. How does God feel about gambling, and is there hope for those caught in gambling's web? Join Pastor John Bradshaw for "Winners and Losers," filmed on location in Australia and New Zealand.
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Oct 8, 2021
”I Shall Return”
In his famous speech, General Douglas MacArthur boldly declared, “I shall return.” Having left the Japanese-occupied Philippines, MacArthur’s words brought hope to a captive people. Two thousand years earlier, Jesus made the same promise to a world held captive in sin. Join John Bradshaw on Corregidor Island in the Philippines and learn what the Bible says about the Second Coming of Jesus.
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Oct 1, 2021
Great Characters of the Bible: Isaac
In Genesis 22, God commands Abraham to sacrifice his only son, a story often used to show the faithfulness of Abraham. But what does that same story say about the faith of Isaac, who willingly allowed himself to become a sacrifice? Join John Bradshaw for “Great Characters of the Bible” and learn the importance of trusting God's promises and guidance.
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Sep 24, 2021
Great Chapters of the Bible: Matthew 24
In Matthew 24 we are given a glimpse of what the earth will look like just before Jesus' return. Follow along as John Bradshaw compares Bible prophecies with what is happening in our world today, and learn what we can expect in the days ahead. Don't miss "Great Chapters of the Bible: Matthew 24."
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Sep 19, 2021
The Mouth of Truth
The Bible stresses the importance of truth, even listing it among the Ten Commandments. Yet deception abounds not only in today’s world but in today’s church. Join Pastor John Bradshaw on location in Rome, Italy, for "The Mouth of Truth" and discover not only how Christians all over the world are being deceived but how God plans to protect His people from falsehood.
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Sep 10, 2021
Finishing the Reformation
The most basic principle of the Protestant Reformation was the supreme authority of the Bible. And although William Miller and his followers were met with a great disappointment in 1844, God used them to put in place a global initiative to finish the Reformation. Join John Bradshaw on location in New England and learn about God’s last day movement in "Finishing the Reformation."
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Sep 3, 2021
Tell It to the World
In the years leading up to 1831, a series of events opened the way for an even clearer understanding of the Bible. William Miller's interpretation of Bible prophecy would thrust him into the national spotlight, and begin a major shift in Christianity. Join John Bradshaw on location in New England and discover how William Miller’s study of Bible prophecy would shake the world.
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