The Bible Breakdown: Daily Bible Reading

Brandon Cannon
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Text “rlcBible” to 94000 to get the newest chapters, updates, links, and resources.  Welcome to "The Bible Breakdown," where we break down God’s Word so we can know God better. I'm your host, Brandon Cannon, and I'm here to guide you through the pages of the Bible, one day at a time. Each day, we'll read through a section of the Bible and explore key themes, motifs, and teachings. Whether you're new to the Bible or a seasoned veteran, I guarantee you'll find something insightful or inspiring. My hope is to encourage you to dive deeper and deeper.  So grab your Bible, your journal, your coffee, and join me on this journey of faith and discovery. And don't forget to hit that subscribe button to stay up-to-date with our daily readings and breakdowns. Remember, as we journey through the pages of the Bible together, we're not just reading a book, we're unlocking the secrets to eternal life. The more we dig, the more we find! Let's get started!Bible reading plan and SOAP guide: www.experiencerlc.com/the-bible Subscribe to  my weekly newsletter: www.brandoncannon.com

  1. 10h ago

    Psalm 121: Where Does My Help Come From?

    “Where does my help come from?” That question can sound like poetry until you’re the one staring down a long day, a heavy diagnosis, a hard relationship, or a mind that won’t stop spinning. Today we sit in Psalm 121 and let it ask the question honestly, then we let God’s Word answer it without hesitation: our help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth. We also talk about why Psalm 121 is a Song of Ascents, sung on the road as God’s people traveled to Jerusalem. That travel setting makes the psalm feel even more personal. It’s not written for a perfect life; it’s written for the journey. We slow down through the repeated promises that the Lord watches over you, keeps you, and never slumbers or sleeps. If you’ve been feeling unseen or unsafe, this chapter is a strong reminder that God’s care is steady and close, like protective shade that stays with you through heat and darkness. Then we get practical. What would it look like to take Psalm 121 with you into your commute, your shift, or your errands? We share a simple practice to try before you get out of your car: thank God for getting you this far, trust Him for today, and believe He will still be with you tomorrow. We close with prayer and a renewed commitment to praise the Lord at all times. Subscribe for a daily Bible breakdown, share this with a friend who needs help today, and leave a five-star review so more people can find the show. We’d love to hear from you. (For questions, use the links above.) Support the show Contact us-  Ask a Question Send Encouragement Take a Next Step- SOAP Bible Study Method. Bible Reading Plan. Free Weekly Newsletter. Socials- Facebook. Instagram. X. YouTube. The More We Dig. The More We Find. Scripture quotations taken from the Holy Bible, New Living Translation (NLT). Copyright © 1996, 2004, 2015 by Tyndale House Foundation. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. All rights reserved.

    Psalm 121: Where Does My Help Come From?

  2. 1d ago

    Psalm 120: How To Thrive In Chaos

    Chaos has a way of sneaking up on us. One minute the day feels normal, and the next it’s a tornado of deadlines, family needs, conflict, and noise. Psalm 120 meets us right there, not with a cheesy fix, but with a grounded, repeatable response that actually works when your nervous system is buzzing and your patience is thin.  We open the Songs of Ascent by talking about why these Psalms were sung on the road to Jerusalem and how that “on the way” faith applies to real life today. Psalm 120 names the ache of living among people who hate peace, the fatigue of constant tension, and the frustration of trying to speak peace when others want war. If you’ve been craving Christian encouragement, a daily devotional rhythm, or a practical Bible study that connects to anxiety and overwhelm, this Psalm is for you.  Then we get personal and practical: the best way to thrive in chaos is to not do it alone. We talk about inviting God into the day before the pressure hits, and pausing to pray when the chaos finds you unexpectedly. We also explore what it means to be a thermostat instead of a thermometer, setting the tone because your hope is anchored in Jesus, not in the environment.  If you’re heading into a busy day, take a few minutes with us and Psalm 120. Subscribe for the daily chapter-by-chapter Bible breakdown, share this with a friend who’s overwhelmed, and leave a five-star review so more people can find it. We’d love to hear from you. (For questions, use the links above.) Support the show Contact us-  Ask a Question Send Encouragement Take a Next Step- SOAP Bible Study Method. Bible Reading Plan. Free Weekly Newsletter. Socials- Facebook. Instagram. X. YouTube. The More We Dig. The More We Find. Scripture quotations taken from the Holy Bible, New Living Translation (NLT). Copyright © 1996, 2004, 2015 by Tyndale House Foundation. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. All rights reserved.

  3. 2d ago

    Psalm 119: How To Love God’s Word

    Psalm 119 is huge for a reason. When life gets noisy, distracting, or painful, this psalm slows us down and brings us back to one simple truth: God has revealed himself through his Word, and that changes everything about how we live. I read through Psalm 119 and keep the focus on what it’s really saying, not just how long it is. We talk about why many scholars connect it to Ezra, and why that matters if you want a faith that is steady and teachable. You’ll also hear about the psalm’s acrostic design built on the 22 Hebrew letters, eight verses at a time, showing the careful devotion behind every line. As we move through the text, the themes keep hitting home: integrity that leads to joy, purity that grows from obedience, and a heart-level love for Scripture that doesn’t quit when suffering shows up. The psalmist asks God to open his eyes, revive his soul, strengthen him under pressure, and guide his steps. And that famous line lands with fresh weight: God’s Word is a lamp to your feet and a light to your path, giving real direction for real decisions. If you’ve been trying to build a daily Bible study habit, grow your hunger for Scripture, or simply find hope when you feel worn down, this reading is for you. Subscribe to the Bible Breakdown Podcast, share this with a friend, and leave a five-star review so more people can find it. We’d love to hear from you. (For questions, use the links above.) Support the show Contact us-  Ask a Question Send Encouragement Take a Next Step- SOAP Bible Study Method. Bible Reading Plan. Free Weekly Newsletter. Socials- Facebook. Instagram. X. YouTube. The More We Dig. The More We Find. Scripture quotations taken from the Holy Bible, New Living Translation (NLT). Copyright © 1996, 2004, 2015 by Tyndale House Foundation. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. All rights reserved.

  4. 3d ago

    Psalm 118: If God Is For Us Then Why Live In Fear?

    Fear is creative. Give it five quiet minutes and it will pitch you a full-length disaster film complete with a soundtrack. Today we sit with Psalm 118 and ask the question that stops that spiral cold: if God is for us, why live in fear? Pastor Brandon keeps it real with a story about an overactive imagination (including a “just in case” zombie-apocalypse stake in the truck), then uses it to expose how easily we can talk ourselves into expecting the worst. Psalm 118 answers fear with a repeated refrain that works like a reset button for the nervous system: “His faithful love endures forever.” We walk through the psalm’s honesty about distress, enemies, and pressure, and we hold it next to its bold confidence: “The Lord is for me, so I will have no fear.” That doesn’t mean nothing hard ever happens. It means we never walk through hard things alone, and nothing hits our life that God’s grace cannot sustain. We also highlight a standout line with deep meaning: “The stone that the builders rejected has now become the cornerstone,” then bring it back to daily life with a practical challenge. If your mind insists on “what if,” don’t let it only imagine the downside. Ask, “What if God really is with me? What if it goes right?” Listen, share with a friend who needs courage, and leave a five-star review so more people can find the show. We’d love to hear from you. (For questions, use the links above.) Support the show Contact us-  Ask a Question Send Encouragement Take a Next Step- SOAP Bible Study Method. Bible Reading Plan. Free Weekly Newsletter. Socials- Facebook. Instagram. X. YouTube. The More We Dig. The More We Find. Scripture quotations taken from the Holy Bible, New Living Translation (NLT). Copyright © 1996, 2004, 2015 by Tyndale House Foundation. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. All rights reserved.

  5. 4d ago

    Psalm 117: How To Praise God With A Few Words

    Two verses can do more than a thousand when they’re aimed at the right target. Psalm 117 is the shortest chapter in the Bible, and it still manages to capture the main message of the Psalms: let everything and everyone praise the Lord. We read Psalm 117 out loud, then slow it down to see what makes it so weighty. The invitation is global “all you nations” and the reason is personal: God’s unfailing love is powerful. We also talk about the word chesed, that steady, covenant kind of lovingkindness and faithful mercy that doesn’t quit when we struggle. If you’ve ever felt like you’ve run out of chances, this is the kind of truth that lifts your head. Along the way, I share a real-life picture of how human patience runs thin, and why God’s mercy does not. We end with a simple prayer for your day, asking God to help you remember you’ve never been more loved than you are right now, and we close with a call to keep praise on our lips. If you want a quick Bible study, a meaningful Christian devotion, and a clear Psalm 117 commentary you can carry all day, press play. Subscribe, share this with a friend, and leave a five-star review so more people can find the show. We’d love to hear from you. (For questions, use the links above.) Support the show Contact us-  Ask a Question Send Encouragement Take a Next Step- SOAP Bible Study Method. Bible Reading Plan. Free Weekly Newsletter. Socials- Facebook. Instagram. X. YouTube. The More We Dig. The More We Find. Scripture quotations taken from the Holy Bible, New Living Translation (NLT). Copyright © 1996, 2004, 2015 by Tyndale House Foundation. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. All rights reserved.

  6. 5d ago

    Psalm 116: How To Respond To Victory

    We’d love to hear from you. (For questions, use the links above.) Support the show Contact us-  Ask a Question Send Encouragement Take a Next Step- SOAP Bible Study Method. Bible Reading Plan. Free Weekly Newsletter. Socials- Facebook. Instagram. X. YouTube. The More We Dig. The More We Find. Scripture quotations taken from the Holy Bible, New Living Translation (NLT). Copyright © 1996, 2004, 2015 by Tyndale House Foundation. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. All rights reserved.

  7. 6d ago

    Psalm 115: We Become Like What We Worship

    What if your biggest spiritual problem is not a lack of effort, but misplaced attention? Psalm 115 gives a blunt warning that still feels painfully modern: we become like what we worship. When we aim our trust at powerless things, we start to look like them, distracted, numb, and unable to truly see or hear what matters.  Pastor Brandon walks through Psalm 115 and shows how the Psalmist contrasts lifeless idols with the living God who helps, shields, remembers, and blesses his people. We talk about how influence works slowly, how proximity shapes behavior, and why “birds of a feather” is not just a parenting proverb but a discipleship reality. Then we bring it right into daily life with a simple but challenging audit: what does your internet time look like, who are you around most, and what kind of content is training your cravings?  We also connect the Psalm’s call to trust the Lord with the New Testament picture of transformation in Galatians. The fruit of the Spirit, love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control, is not a personality upgrade you force. It is the byproduct of walking closely with God, shaping your worship, and letting his character rub off on you. If you want spiritual growth, Christian living that feels real, and freedom from modern idols, this conversation will give you a clear next step.  Subscribe, share this with a friend, and leave a five-star review so more people can find the Bible Breakdown Podcast. We’d love to hear from you. (For questions, use the links above.) Support the show Contact us-  Ask a Question Send Encouragement Take a Next Step- SOAP Bible Study Method. Bible Reading Plan. Free Weekly Newsletter. Socials- Facebook. Instagram. X. YouTube. The More We Dig. The More We Find. Scripture quotations taken from the Holy Bible, New Living Translation (NLT). Copyright © 1996, 2004, 2015 by Tyndale House Foundation. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. All rights reserved.

  8. Nov 4

    Psalm 114: How To Face Your Red Sea

    A problem can look permanent until you remember the God who specializes in making a way. Today we’re in Psalm 114, a short Psalm with big energy, where the writer looks back on the Exodus and talks like the Red Sea and the Jordan River had a front row seat and panicked when God showed up. It’s bold, it’s funny, and it’s packed with a message we all need when life feels blocked. We read the chapter out loud and then slow down to unpack what’s happening behind the imagery: Israel leaves Egypt, God sets His people apart, and nature itself responds to His presence. The Psalm doesn’t deny that seas, rivers, and mountains are real obstacles. It simply refuses to place them above the Lord. That’s where the “holy swagger” comes from, not self-confidence, but God-confidence built on remembered faithfulness. Then we bring it home to everyday life. It’s easy to measure God by the size of what we’re facing, whether that’s anxiety, a strained relationship, a health scare, grief, or just the weight of a hard season. Psalm 114 challenges that instinct with a better question: what changes when you stop ranking your obstacle and start trusting God’s greatness? We close with a simple prayer for courage and a practical invitation to walk into today with steady faith, even if you don’t know how God will handle it, because you know He is bigger. If this encouraged you, subscribe, share the episode with a friend, and leave a five-star review so more people can find the Bible Breakdown Podcast. We’d love to hear from you. (For questions, use the links above.) Support the show Contact us-  Ask a Question Send Encouragement Take a Next Step- SOAP Bible Study Method. Bible Reading Plan. Free Weekly Newsletter. Socials- Facebook. Instagram. X. YouTube. The More We Dig. The More We Find. Scripture quotations taken from the Holy Bible, New Living Translation (NLT). Copyright © 1996, 2004, 2015 by Tyndale House Foundation. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. All rights reserved.

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Text “rlcBible” to 94000 to get the newest chapters, updates, links, and resources.  Welcome to "The Bible Breakdown," where we break down God’s Word so we can know God better. I'm your host, Brandon Cannon, and I'm here to guide you through the pages of the Bible, one day at a time. Each day, we'll read through a section of the Bible and explore key themes, motifs, and teachings. Whether you're new to the Bible or a seasoned veteran, I guarantee you'll find something insightful or inspiring. My hope is to encourage you to dive deeper and deeper.  So grab your Bible, your journal, your coffee, and join me on this journey of faith and discovery. And don't forget to hit that subscribe button to stay up-to-date with our daily readings and breakdowns. Remember, as we journey through the pages of the Bible together, we're not just reading a book, we're unlocking the secrets to eternal life. The more we dig, the more we find! Let's get started!Bible reading plan and SOAP guide: www.experiencerlc.com/the-bible Subscribe to  my weekly newsletter: www.brandoncannon.com

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