Join renowned chemist and Christian believer Dr. James Tour as he takes you on a journey through the depths of scripture. In these bible studies Dr. Tour will share his personal experiences and reflections on the Christian faith, exploring its profound truths and how they have shaped his life and work. Whether you are a Christian seeking to grow in your faith, or simply curious about the Christian message, this podcast is for you. Join Dr. Tour on this journey of exploration and discovery, as he…
Jesus’ trial before Pilate is presented as the fulfillment of Isaiah 53, emphasizing Christ’s innocence, suffering, and willingness to endure judgment on behalf of others. Dr. Tour concludes with an urgent call to recognize God’s “day of visitation,” believe in Jesus, and respond to the gospel now rather than delaying salvation. Watch the whole series and more on our Youtube channel:…
Jesus’ arrest and trials are presented as a fulfillment of Isaiah 53:7–8, emphasizing His willing silence, unjust treatment, and suffering for the sins of others. In this lesson, Dr. James Tour also draws a practical application from Jesus’ silence: believers do not need to defend themselves against every accusation or respond to every negative thing said about them. Watch the whole series and…
In this episode, Dr. James Tour examines Isaiah 53:3–6 as a detailed prophecy of the Messiah’s rejection and sacrificial suffering, emphasizing that Jesus was despised, bore humanity’s sins, and fulfilled God’s plan of redemption through His death. He also previews Jesus’ unjust trials, contrasting the fairness required by Jewish law with the injustice He endured before His crucifixion. Watch the…
In this study, Dr. James Tour examines why Jesus was rejected by many of His own people, emphasizing that persistent disobedience led to spiritual blindness and judicial hardening, while Isaiah 53 foretells both Israel’s rejection of the Messiah and its future national confession. He also highlights the contrast between the Messiah people expected—a political conqueror—and Jesus’ mission as the…
Continuing his study of Isaiah chapter 53, Dr. James Tour prepares Christians to respond to common objections against the Bible by examining manuscript evidence, alleged New Testament–Old Testament discrepancies, and Isaiah 7, arguing that older sources such as the Dead Sea Scrolls and the Septuagint support key Christian claims. He then returns to Isaiah 53, emphasizing Jesus as the humble…
Dr. James Tour sits down with astrophysicist Hugh Ross to talk about UFOs, UAPs, alien life, and why some unexplained encounters may point to something spiritual rather than extraterrestrial. They discuss the fine-tuning of Earth, the limits of interstellar travel, the connection between UAP encounters and occult practices, Mars colonization, dark matter, and why Ross believes materialism cannot…
In this study, Dr. James Tour examines Isaiah 52:15 alongside Psalm 22, showing how Old Testament prophecies point to Jesus’ suffering, death, and future return in glory. He emphasizes that Jesus’ response to suffering—praising God, remembering Scripture, and trusting the Father’s faithfulness—serves as the model for believers while also defending the reliability of biblical manuscripts against…
Dr. James Tour examines Isaiah 52:13–15 as a prophecy of Jesus Christ, arguing that the Old Testament consistently points to the Messiah’s suffering, death, resurrection, and exaltation. Dr. Tour emphasizes that Jesus Himself taught that the Scriptures testified about Him and that Isaiah’s vivid description of the suffering servant foretells both Christ’s crucifixion and ultimate glory. Watch the…
In this study of Isaiah chapters 52 and 53, Dr. James Tour focuses on the prophetic theme of “Behold the Man,” highlighting how Isaiah’s writings point to the Messiah’s suffering, humility, and redemptive mission. He emphasizes recognizing Christ as God’s chosen servant and responding with faith, repentance, and worship. Watch the whole series and more on our Youtube channel:…
Teaching from Isaiah 52, Dr. James Tour highlights God’s promise to redeem and restore Israel, but also emphasizes human responsibility—God calls His people to “awake,” rise up, shake off their chains, and actively respond to His deliverance. Dr. Tour draws a practical application for believers today: prayer is essential, but faith also requires action, repentance, service, and obedience. Watch…
Teaching out of Isaiah 51, Dr. James Tour emphasizes that God Himself is our comforter, and that fear grows when we forget the Lord who created and sustains us. Dr. Tour argues that peace comes through practicing gratitude, dwelling on God’s Word, and continually abiding in Scripture, which strengthens believers against fear, discouragement, and spiritual drift. Watch the whole series and more on…