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Reaffirmation of the covenant was an important step in recentering God in the lives of the Israelites. When we are in the midst of ongoing battles how can we center worship? What can we learn from the practice of building altars of remembrance?

When Harry Truman was warned to leave his home because nearby Mt St Helens was about to erupt, he was faced with a dilemma. Beyond Warning seeks insight into the human response to such choices among the survivors of Hurricane Katrina, the Black Saturday bushfires in Victoria, Australia and Mount St Helens. Their stories will guide you when considering your response to the Bible’s warning of not dissimilar events soon to come.

Why are we so interested in what happens after we die? Ghosts, vampires and the undead are the themes of society’s most popular movies, books and tails. Beyond Death enters the home of vampires to find out why, and shows the lengths and expense to which some people go to cheat death. Beyond the conflicting notions about what happens when we die, there is one absolute: your destiny is your choice.

Electrical devices aren’t the only things that burn out. People and relationships do too, and often for the same reason – overload. In this digital age where we’re bombarded with multiple messages requiring instant action, we’re under pressure, with less time to do more. How do we survive in this? Beyond our busy lives there is a safety switch that guards against a blown brain-circuit and delivers real rest and peace.

We all have to deal with guilt at some point in our lives. Whether we do or not will either free us or take us deeper into entrapment of one kind or another. Beyond Guilt talks with Emmanuel Jal, a child soldier in the Sudanese civil war, and reveals how he dealt with his guilt overload. Renowned psychologist, Dr Arch Hart, gives insights into the psychology of guilt, revealing the piece that lies beyond it.

Everyone is searching for a hero. Some look to comics, celebrities, and even sport stars. Beyond Heroes investigates this theme at Comicon International in San Diego, behind the bars of a notorious gaol and on the cobbled streets of old Jerusalem. Do we need a hero? Or are we looking for something much bigger? Who are the heroes you look up to? Do they really have your best interests at heart?

Do you want to live a life without pain? Although we don’t like it, pain is a vital part of life! Yet we challenge the reason for its existence when we ask questions like, why do bad things happen to good people? Or how could a loving God allow pain? Beyond Pain explores physical, mental and spiritual pain to reveal deeper life changing issues. Pain doesn’t make sense if God is all loving and all-powerful. Or does it?

What’s going on? Where are we headed? Is anyone in control? Beyond Disaster explores environmental, social and financial events to reveal the bigger picture that unites them all. From deforestation of the Amazon to moral degeneration of society, from the food crisis in your local supermarket to the future fears of Wall Street, Beyond Disaster uncovers an epic story that gives hope to a world in crisis.

A school garden lesson about caterpillars transforming into butterflies reminds Kade of Saul, who went from persecuting believers to becoming one of Jesus’ greatest followers. Kade starts thinking—could he make a big change, too.

Mel enters a songwriting contest, while Jono struggles with a school assignment. When they read The Book, they learn that even when Jesus’ followers were thrown in prison, they never stopped sharing His message.

A lack of exercise is the fourth most common cause of death worldwide. Sean Foy shares with Dr. Nerida how everyone can get exercise into their day.

Our environment often works against our health, through fast-food and sedentary living. Fortunately, Dr. Nerida shares keys for optimizing our health.

Everyone understands the need for sleep, but few understand the many intricacies that make for a good amount and quality of this vital “activity”.

It seems expected that our bones become more brittle as we age. However, we can slow that process and maybe even reverse it, as Dr. Nerida shares.

Dr. Nerida discusses sexual addiction, a vice that affects men and women of all ages and may take an expert’s help to break free from it.

Heart disease is a known culprit against longevity, but many don’t realize the affect it has on sexual health too, as Dr. Nerida discusses in this episode.

Many already know that diet affects a newborn, but studies now show that both a mother and father can pass on lifestyle habits and behaviors.

Kids are being sent to meditation instead of detention. Could 36 questions and a 4 minute gaze make you fall in love with a stranger? Considering going paleo? Don’t.

Reaffirmation of the covenant was an important step in recentering God in the lives of the Israelites. When we are in the midst of ongoing battles how can we center worship? What can we learn from the practice of building altars of remembrance?

Israel takes possession of the land of Canaan, but why was the judgment on the Lord on the inhabitants of Canaan so severe? What do the commands of God in this scenario reveal about his character and judgment? We will answer these questions, and more, in this week's lesson.

Israel prepared themselves for what would be a miraculous crossing at the Jordan river. Why did the Lord instruct Joshua to build an altar of remembrance after the crossing? What are some ways we can build altars of remembrance?

We begin this quarter by looking at how Joshua was prepared and chosen by God to lead Israel into the promised land. We will also discuss the link between obedience and the assurance of success, as well as the theme of being "strong and courageous".

This lesson highlights the Tent of Meeting as a special meeting place for Moses and God. What can we learn about seeking a closer relationship with God? We will also look at the second giving of the Ten Commandments. What can we learn about the compassion and patience of God?

The covenant with Israel was executed in blood and confirmed through the tabernacle and sacrificial system. What is the relationship between the covenant and obedience? This lesson will look at the sacrificial system and how it is a blueprint for the Gospel.

In this lesson we will delve into the significance of Sinai, and the preparations necessary for meeting the Lord there. We will also explore God's dramatic appearance, and the gift of the Ten Commandments.

Did Pharaoh repent or simply regret his choices? How did the Lord demonstrate to Israel that things impossible for us are possible with God? This lesson will answer these questions and look at how we can stand in faith in spite of impossible odds.

This week's lesson will explore the link between the plagues and the false gods of Egypt. We will also answer the question, "Who hardened Pharaoh's heart?"

What was the Lord's goal with the supernatural encounter in the desert? What does this story reveal about God's character and the name "I AM"? This week's lesson will also address the excuses that we, like Moses, often use fo avoid God's plans to deliver us.