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Bible Book Club is a weekly, chapter-by-chapter Bible podcast. Hosts Heather Rubio and Susan Merrill read and explore every word of the Bible together, with each season diving into a different book of Scripture. It's a free resource that goes further with listener support, every gift is used to help us reach more people.
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★★★★★ 4.8 Rating from Podcast Listeners
“I must begin by saying how much I appreciate your podcast. I began listening at Genesis and look forward to each new episode on Monday. I’ve shared this with many friends.”
Anonymous
“Please pray for me as I will be starting a Ladies Bible Book class on Genesis this Saturday using your podcast. I’ve never taught or facilitated a class before, but definitely feel this is Holy Spirit led and I can't wait to share what I've learned. I appreciate your podcast SO much, it's unbelievable how much my faith has grown. God's blessings and favor be with each of you.”
Anonymous
“I found your Bible book club on Spotify, I have been loving listening and learning all the Bible history and Bible benders that I have never put together before. I have read the entire Bible before but the amount of learning that is happening in incredible. I even introduced my husband to the club and both listen and have the same experience. I have printed the show notes they are amazing. I was at church this Sunday and had my first Bible bender in church because of listening to your show. In Revelations 22:1-2 Then the angel showed me the river of the water of life, as clear as crystal, flowing from the throne of God and of the Lamb down the middle of the great street of the city. On each side of the river stood the tree of life, bearing twelve crops of fruit, yielding its fruit every month. And the leaves of the tree are for the healing of the nations. I lean over to my husband and said the 12 crops of fruit are represent the 12 tribes of Israel and the 12 fruits of the spirit. My husband stated that is why we have 12 months of the year. I hope that is correct. It would be very exciting! Bible benders make it fun way to connect the learning that is happening. We started from the beginning, in January and have made it to Leviticus and don’t plan of stopping. Nice thing about that I don’t have to wait it is available every day. Keep up the great work. Blessings!”
Barb, IN
“I just want to thank you so much for committing your time to study God’s word and share it with others. I try to make listening to the Bible Bookclub part of my daily routine and I am learning so much. The Lord will certainly bless you for your efforts.”
Karen, AR
“I listen to the podcast every morning on my way to work. I appreciate how well it is recorded and enjoy hearing the conversations. Thank you all for the research, wisdom, and experiences to help me become a better father!”
Anonymous
“I am on exodus 12. I have always had trouble understanding the Bible, I don’t know why or how when I listen to your podcasts, stop, take notes, I can understand all. I do have questions. I so wish I could find someone to do this with and discuss things. I am not going through a good season of life right now. Most likely a divorce. We cannot work things out. I did wrong, he did wrong in the beginning of our marriage. All this is way too hard. I have learned allot thus far. I only wish I could be in your presence. I am just in awe that you can explain this in such terms that makes sense, how, how do you that? I go to church but have trouble putting things together when I go, I find myself wanting to listen to your version first then listen to. The sermon. And compare. But I haven’t been in a bit due to hardship going on. But all is amazing. Please don’t stop. I know you all have been at it for years. Don’t stop please. Your insight and explanations are amazing.”
Anonymous
“Hello just want to let you know I am new and starting to listen from the beginning. I’m actually taking notes and trying to absorb it all. It’s taking me a little longer because I listen to a podcast once all the way through and then go back and start again and then take notes. Thank you ladies for this really amazing podcast. “Welcome to the Show”
Anonymous
“I can’t begin to tell you how grateful I am for BBC! I ran across an add for your podcast one day in March 2025 and I thought, why not give it a try. Well I was hooked! I started at the very first episode and am now only 3 episodes away from being completely caught up with your most current episode. I have listened while I washed dishes, made dinner, drove in the car, folded laundry and mowed the lawn. I have always been a Christian, but BBC has deepened my faith and understanding to new levels! I am so thankful for your work and wisdom! Reading the Bible from start to finish has always been a goal, but it's intimidating and I would always seem to get lost in translation. Your podcast brings the Bible to life for me and explains everything in a way I've never been able to understand before. Thank you for your Faith, commitment and passion for BBC. May God continue to bless your work!”
Erin
“I have reached out a couple times. I have been with you ladies for 5 years now. I just wanted to say how much I LOVE this podcast. Truly. I adore it and have learned SO much.”
Ashley
“Good morning! I recently discovered your podcast and I am absolutely loving it. I’m currently listening to Season 1 and wanted to ask which Bible version you both use. I’m new and have never fully read the Bible, so following along in the same version would really help me. Thank you so much for this podcast — I’m truly enjoying it, and you both are teaching me so much. 🙏🙏”
Anonymous
“Thank y’all for answering my question in such detail! This summer myself and friends from our women’s Bible study were going to a concert together which (after 2 hours of thunderstorms) got postponed but while we were waiting and talking my friend Meredith told us about BBC. We’re all hooked. In January we’re starting a study of Gideon and I cannot wait to use your tips and adding BBC to my references! Thanks again!!”
Whitney
“First, oh my gosh! I was incredibly excited to see this email and am honored that my question was chosen for the podcast! It's all thanks to the Bible Book Club that I even read enough of the Old Testament to form my question, so thank you to you and the BBC team for putting the podcast together. I listen every week ever since someone from my church small group recommended it to me!”
Rebecca
“I was always intimidated to begin reading the Bible, worried that I wouldn’t comprehend or misinterpret God’s words. However, Bible Book Club has not only helped me understand the Bible but also, through the explanations provided, has made God’s love seem much more evident. This podcast, all of you, have changed my life, and I am eternally grateful. From the bottom of my heart, thank you for help guiding me on my spiritual journey.”
Lauren
“Love this! Thank you for helping me understand this very difficult book!”
Anonymous
“I wanted to take a minute to thank yo for your podcast! My mom and I absolutely love it and are learning so much from it. Currently, we are both in Exodus. I've tried to read the Bible on my own, but with your commentary, I'm retaining so much more. My favorite thing to do is listen to your podcast first, and then physically read it in my own Bible to relive the "aha's" before moving onto the next episode! I wanted to check, do you have an episode specifcally dedicated to Christmas? I know that's not next on your order of thing, but I was looking for something during the month of December. Thank you!!”
Anonymous
“Ladies, I'm a pastor and also a speaker at a large Christian camp. I stumbled onto your podcast by accident back when I was prepping a sermon in Genesis. To be honest, I had zero expectations, and had studied myself empty at that point... I wanted to take a study break and listen to something on my text, but there were so few messages on my obscure passage, so I rolled the dice. Y'all really knocked it out of the park. I texted my other elders and said "Dang, these ladies are ON it". Since then, I've enjoyed listening, and recommend it often. Appreciate y'all.”
Anonymous
“I retired three years ago from Nursing. At that time I knew I needed to learn more about the Bible. I’m sure it was not a coincidence that I ran into your Bible book club podcast. It has been such a blessing and I appreciate so much what you have been doing. It is so much better to read each book of the Bible then pick out versus here and there. I can’t wait until Monday morning. The first thing I do with a cup of coffee is to listen to your new podcast. Thanks again. You are a blessing to so many.”
Anonymous
“Hello! I just reached my one year anniversary of reading a chapter a day of the Bible! I found your podcast after much research for an audio to supplement my reading. My parents listen now as well, and we are so thankful to your whole team for putting your time and effort into serving through this podcast. Now that I am catching up to you 🥲, I wonder if you have any suggestions of podcasts similar to yours that I can use for the rest of the Bible until I circle back around to you guys? Podcast or YouTube or any other way to listen. I supplement with some written and online materials as well but find the audio perfect for while I'm doing household chores or whatever! You all have the right amount of info/background/tying things to NT, the flow and cadence, not spending too much or too little time on each chapter, etc. and I'm just not finding anything else like you anywhere. The Bible Recap isn't for me, and Through the Word isn't quite enough. Again, thank you for all you do, and I love repping my BBC sweatshirt all throughout my area!”
Kathryn
“absolutely love this podcast! Hearing each word read and then discussed has taken my understanding of Scripture to such a deeper level. I started just a couple weeks ago, binged from Genesis, and I’m already into Samuel—I can’t stop listening! I tune in on my morning and evening walks and even between clients during the day. This podcast is truly changing lives. Thank you!!”
Erica, IA
“I'm absolutely thrilled to have discovered your podcast. I love that I can follow along by reading the transcripts—what a wondergul feature! Your voices are so pleasant and soothing to listen to. I also really appreciate the thoughtful comments and questions you offer along the way. I've been reading the Bible for a number of years, but I often find that much of it goes over my head, and the difficult pronounciations can be frustrating. I truly can't thank you enough for making my Bible reading such a joy. Following along with you lovely women has brought new life and understanding to my experience.”
Anonymous
“I really love BBC! I try to listen first thing in the morning and follow along with my Bible as I feel I get more out of it if I read along. Thank you!”
Anonymous
“Just started listening to your podcast. I’m starting from the beginning. You both rock! 🎸😇 Your love for His Word, your passion for Him and His people is beautiful! You make His Word come alive and make it very interesting with all your back knowledge and insight! You both show your excellence in study skills. I just recently lost my husband of 38 years. When I listen to you, I feel like I’m with the girls, and I love it! May God bless you with your very hearts' desires and may your families be blessed too! ❤️”
Joni, IL
“I stumbled onto your Bible Book Club podcast and have been listening nonstop in my car. I have always wanted to read the Bible, but it was overwhelming, and I had difficulty understanding it. I am just finishing up Genesis. I have been blown away by what I did not know or understand. I now have at least a half dozen of my friends listening as well. Thank you for doing this.”
Andrea
“HI! I have been listening to the podcast for about two years. I am just now getting out of Genesis! I keep going back and listening again and again. You really help me make those "connections" I have never been able to get to "stick in my head" before! Your voices bring great calm and comfort to me. I have shared with many of my friends your podcast. Thank you for taking on this project and staying with it! You are both amazing women.”
Gerri, MO
“I just want to let you know what a blessing your podcast has been. I’ve tried several different things to try and learn the Bible, but because I have a hard time understanding the Bible, I have failed several times. Then I saw your Facebook advertisement, so I thought I would try it, and OMG. It has been a true blessing. I love how you break it down for us to understand. This is just what I needed. God bless you.”
Alice, MN
“Hi, my name is Tammy. I listen to you really early in the morning on my way to work. I love starting my day with you. There's so much in the Bible I don't understand; you ladies help me in so many ways to have a better understanding. Thank you for explaining each verse as you read through. Hugs!”
Tammy, KY
“Hi! I’ve recently began listening to your Bible Book Club podcast. I’m really enjoying it! You make it so interesting! I would like to purchase an NIV Bible and would like your recommendation, please. Thank you!”
Karrell
“Thank you very much for your podcast. I enjoy listening, and I have told several people about your podcast. 🙂”
Anonymous
“Hi! I love listening to you all! thank you for digging deep in the Word and explaining so much context, etc. God's blessings on your work and lives. ❤️”
Anonymous
“I just want to thank you ladies for a great show! I am just beginning my journey, and your show is just what I was looking for! Your explanations, discussions, and the way you narrate the verses in the Bible help me to understand it much better. I enjoy it very much and look forward to listening! Thank you, and if you haven't already, I hope that you will cover the whole wonderful book 😊🙏”
Anonymous
“Hi, my name is Tanya. I am new to your podcast. I am going back and starting with Genesis. I am excited to dig in and understand more about the living Word of God. Thank you.”
Tanya, IN
“You two are exactly what I need in my life. God Bless you both.”
Anonymous
“Thank you for taking the time to do this podcast. I just stumbled on it and I am SO GRATEFUL. The way God is seen through your work is amazing. Thank you so much! I truly appreciate it; love your style, your chemistry. All AMAZING.”
Anonymous
“I am 55 and have loved Jesus as long as I can remember. I have always been in church but have learned so much under your ordained teaching! I just wanted to thank you and let you know I have included you in my prayers. May God bless your families for generations!”
Anonymous
“I fell in love with your podcast. You are my people and my tribe. I have been sharing your podcast with my Sunday school class. I have caught up to you in Samuel and starting back through looking at your notes. You have been a blessing to me. Thank you both and your crew.”
Sheila, TN
“I am extremely happy that I found this podcast. I’ve learned so much in the Old Testament. Thank you! 🙏🏻”
Anonymous
“Hello! I have followed your podcast and tune in every Monday. It is a highlight to my week, and I want to just say thank you so much for your work for God. It has helped me and my walk so much!”
Anonymous
“Thank you for blessing me with the comfiest sweatshirt ever! It is my new fave, and I am wearing it to school to share what BBC is with all my friends and students! Thank you so much! You all are a blessing to so many people by your weekly podcasts and in-depth study of God's Word.”
Michele
“I love our book club! I have studied the Bible for 50 years, and I have learned so much from your podcasts. Thank you for being faithful to the Lord in sharing your wisdom and insight on things I would have never discovered.”
Caron
“Love your podcast! You are so good and awesome. Thank you so much.”
Pam
“Love this podcast! So glad God had a plan for me to find your podcast. I am in tears. Love it. So filled and blessed.”
Jeannette, PA
“I just want to say thank you so much for your time and dedication. You both are amazing. I have learned so much! I haven't stopped listening since I found your podcast. I LOVE it. Thank you! May God bless you both!”
Ashley, KS
“Thank you for the book club. I walk in the mornings and wanted to listen to Bible studies while I was walking. I came across your BBC and went right to the beginning to start listening. I love your interactions. I’m learning so much. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!”
Tom, TN
“I have been so done with listening to news podcasts when I drive. I did a Bible search and came across Bible Book Club. I started at the beginning I found myself wanting to pull over, get my Bible, and start underlining and making notes. So thankful and blessed that God led me to you! Thank you!”
Arleen
“I started this today and did nine chapters! My friend shared this with me! It's amazing! ♥”
Lynn
“This is the best way to understand and read the Bible. 🙏”
Collen
“I'm one episode in and feel like I can actually do this. I can finally get through the Old Testament...and even better, it feels like I am doing it with lifelong friends that share a fire for the Word. Thank you for what you are doing and what you will continue to do to share the best book ever written.”
Anonymous
“I've been a Christian for over 30 years but never have taken the time to study the Old Testament in depth. I look forward to listening to you both and learning more about God's amazing words! Such knowledge He's given you! Thank you, and please keep it going!”
Anonymous
“I had become disillusioned, but your podcast is reviving my soul, hope and with humor. You connect the dots from the Old Testament to the New to me. Our God is real and He is faithful.”
Anonymous
“Just wanted to encourage you that I JUST found this podcast and am SO thankful it crossed my path. Love when other women of faith help me sharpen my own! You mentioned in the first podcast 'We'll see if we make it to Revelations,' and I SO hope you do because this podcast is so life-giving! Many blessings, sisters in Christ!”
Jasmyn
“I stumbled across your promotional ad for the podcast, and I believe it was a God-divined appointment. Listening to the podcast has really awakened something in my spirit. I am so blessed by you all. And now learning that you are all in Tampa. Was wondering if you ever have any meet-ups or in-person events. My husband and I both listen to the podcast, and it has been such a blessing, I'm always sharing it with the people I know.”
Anonymous
“I have binged everything to date. Love your podcast. I am using your podcast and materials to study. I thank you for that. Bible benders galore. I surely wish you had put a list of the Bible characters who “found favor.” It’s very interesting, and I know that when you study God’s word, it can take you to other parts of the Bible. I love that. Thanks for all you do!”
Cynthia, MT
“I love your podcast! I have been learning so much because of your knowledge! Thank you for going into detail and sharing maps, lineage, and all.”
Nikki-Brian
“Love, love, love your podcast! I love the conversation (that often makes me laugh), the insights, the background information. I had to start taking notes to soak it all in. I'm only in Genesis but catching up since it is my goal to sit down with this each day! Thank you for all the work you do to bring this together.”
Kim
“Hi! I have been a fan of your podcast for about a year. I’m still in Genesis but I am devouring every show note and learning so much. My favorite was Sarah and why she might have been in the tent!!! I also loved the graph of Jesus and Isaac!!! I love your perspective as women and Mothers!!! I looked at my husband and I said Do you think if I knew you were taking our son up that mountain that this Mama Bear would have agreed??? He almost shivered to even think about it! I’m going with Sarah didn’t know either !!!! I’ve shared your podcast with several of my friends and they are now following as well !”
Gigi
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