Bible Study Basics with Mellie

Exodus 31-35 When Gold Fails: Lessons from the Golden Calf and God’s Mercy

A clear, concise walkthrough of Exodus 31–35 exploring God-given gifts and craftsmanship, the meaning of Sabbath rest, the golden calf idolatry and Moses’ intercession, God’s mercy and covenant renewal, and the call to use our talents for God’s glory. Includes practical applications for leadership, repentance, and faithful living.

Exodus 26-30 Crafting the Tabernacle: Divine Design in Exodus 26–30

Melanie walks through Exodus 26–30 (NIV), explaining the tabernacle's construction, priestly garments, consecration rituals, and the significance of sacrifices and holy practices. She links ancient details—acacia wood, the ephod, incense, and atonement—to enduring spiritual lessons about holiness, access to God through Christ, and faithful service.

Exodus 21-25 Laws, Mercy, and the Covenant: Exodus 21–24 Explained

This episode walks through Exodus 21–24, reading the laws on slavery, justice, restitution, and social responsibility, and explains their purpose and modern application.It also covers the covenant ceremony, tabernacle instructions, personal reflections on forgiveness, and concludes with prayer and a medical praise report from the host.

Exodus 16-20 Manna, Miracles & Mount Sinai: Trust in the Wilderness

In this episode Mellie walks through Exodus 16–20, covering God's daily provision of manna, the water from the rock, the fight with the Amalekites, Jethro's wise counsel to Moses, and the dramatic giving of the Ten Commandments at Mount Sinai.She reflects on trusting God in hardship, the importance of obedience and rest, and practical applications for worship, leadership, and faith in everyday life.

Exodus 11-15 Midnight Judgment to Morning Mercy: The Passover Unfolds

This episode reads and reflects on Exodus 11–15 (NIV): the final plague and the institution of Passover, God’s protection of Israel, the consecration of the firstborn, the pillar of cloud and fire guiding the people, and the miraculous crossing of the Red Sea followed by the song of Moses and Miriam.The host ties these events to lessons about faith, sacrifice, God’s timing, and the foreshadowing of Christ, encouraging listeners to trust God’s guidance in trials.

Exodus 6-10 When God Acts: Exodus 6–10 Unpacked

Mellie walks through Exodus chapters 6–10 (NIV), reading the text and explaining key events: God’s covenant promises, Moses and Aaron confronting Pharaoh, the escalating plagues, and Pharaoh’s hardened heart. The episode highlights how God redeems His people and demonstrates His power through signs and judgment.
Through practical reflections Millie emphasizes obedience, perseverance, spiritual discernment, and the importance of passing faith stories to the next generation, closing with prayer and application for listeners today.

Exodus 1-5 From Slavery to Salvation: Moses and the Birth of Exodus

In this episode of Bible Study Basics, Mellie introduces the book of Exodus, its authorship, setting, and key themes including slavery, rescue, guidance, and the Ten Commandments. She summarizes Exodus 1–5, covering Israel's oppression in Egypt, the courageous midwives, Moses' birth and upbringing, his flight to Midian, the burning bush, and God's call to deliver Israel.Mellie reflects on trusting God's timing, obeying God over unjust authority, and how God uses ordinary people and situations for His purposes, offering practical lessons for faith and perseverance.

Genesis 46-50 From Canaan to Goshen: Jacob’s Journey and Joseph’s Rise

This episode wraps up Genesis 46–50: Jacob moves his family to Egypt, Joseph manages the famine and secures provision for his kin, and Jacob blesses his sons before dying.Themes of faith, God’s providence, unexpected choices, reconciliation, and the passing of leadership to the next generation lead into the story’s transition toward Exodus.

Genesis 41-45 From Pit to Palace: Joseph's Rise and Reunion

This episode walks through Genesis 41–45, covering Joseph’s interpretation of Pharaoh’s dreams, his appointment over Egypt, the brothers’ journey for grain, the testing of their hearts, and the emotional reconciliation when Joseph reveals himself.Key themes include God’s sovereignty in difficult circumstances, practical wisdom for seasons of plenty and famine, the power of repentance and forgiveness, and how trials can prepare us for purpose.

Genesis 36-40 From Esau's Line to Joseph's Dreams: Genesis 36–40

In this episode of Bible Study Basics the host reads and reflects on Genesis chapters 36–40, covering Esau's genealogy, Joseph's dreams and betrayal, Judah and Tamar's story, and Joseph's trials in Potiphar's house and prison.
Alongside faithful commentary, the host shares personal reflections on jealousy, temptation, patience, and trusting God while waiting for deliverance.