Get your TTW Journal! Plus new plans!

Hello TTW! Pastor Kris here with some quick news and updates - including our brand new TTW Journals! Hope you guys are well. Here's the news...

TTW Journals for July Donors!

For all of you who've been asking about TTW merchandise, and for anyone who wants to start (or restart) a good journaling habit, we've got just the thing! It's our first ever paper TTW Journal - with the TTW logo imprinted right on the cover. It's the perfect place to do your Bible journaling, record a daily diary, or keep a prayer log. We're sending them out free to anyone who donates to TTW in July. If you'd like to receive one, the instructions are simple:

1. Donate any amount at ttw.churchcenter.com/giving
2. Complete this order form: https://ttw.churchcenter.com/people/forms/150469

Be sure to complete both steps! We can't send the journal until you complete the form. Orders will take a couple weeks while supplies last (then we'll get more!).

Sunday Services Live

For any of you looking for a Sunday service to join online, you're invited to join me at facebook.com/refugelb/live - Sunday mornings at 11am PST / 2pm EST / 6pm GMT. See you there!

New Plans on Faith, Peace & Anxiety!

We just launched the first four plans in a brand new series of topical plans called Bible Basics Explained. We're kicking it off with plans on Anxiety (parts 1 & 2), Faith, and Peace. These plans have been in the works for a long time now, and I am so excited to finally see them launched! You can find the new plans on the Browse page under "Bible Topics & Extras" (see the screen shot below). 

And there are more BBE plans in the works - on essential topics like forgiveness, the Ten Commandments, science, and more. Part one on the Anxiety plan was a labor of love for me, as I had the opportunity to work together with my young-adult daughter who has wrestled with anxiety issues for most of her life. I was so thankful for the time together as we got to open the Word and talk through our experiences and trials and find God's love and understanding. The plan walks through Daisy's favorite Psalm, and in it I share much of what God taught me - through Psalm 139, through my daughter's trials, and through my own experience with anxiety. I hope that the plan will be an encouragement to you. You can find it on the TTW app (see screenshot) and also on the YouVersion Bible app here: https://bible.com/reading-plans/20472 (the YouVersion plan also comes with the text and follow up questions for discussion).

TTW Android is back! 

TTW is back in the app store again with some essential fixes and upgrades. Recent updates to the Android OS created issues for the TTW app, so we pulled it to make necessary fixes. It's back now - but if your app still experiences trouble, please let us know at help@throughtheword.org. Thanks so much! Get Android here: TTW App in Google Play Store.

And a little more other news...

iPhone App Update = Lots of Player Fixes
We just launched a major update to our iPhone app with a bunch of great fixes and upgrades to the audio player. The Android update is in the works now, so please pray for our programmer Zach as he makes progress there. Here is a list of the upgrades you'll find:
 - Bluetooth: Works great in your car, on Alexa, etc.
 - Lockscreen Audio Player: Now you can pause, ffwd, etc from your iPhone lock screen
 - Autoplay: Now the autoplay keeps going when your screen is locked or dark.
 - PreAudio: Won't keep playing repeatedly on the same plan.
 - Get the TTW update in the iPhone App Store
(And while you're in the app store, please rate and review TTW! Every 5-star rating helps us reach more people - so thanks!)


Questions? Email help@throughtheword.org

In Christ,
Pastor Kris

New Plans on Faith & Anxiety. Plus Android is back!

Hello TTW! Hope you are doing well and blessed. Pastor Kris here with a couple quick updates - including some brand new plans for you to check out on TTW. We launched a whole new series, and we also fixed and updated the TTW Android app. Check out the news below...

New Plans on Faith & Anxiety!

We just launched the first three plans in a brand new series of topical plans called Bible Basics Explained. We're kicking it off with plans on Anxiety (parts 1 & 2) and Faith. These plans have been in the works for a long time now, and I am so excited to finally see them launched! You can find the new plans on the Browse page under "Bible Topics & Extras" (see the screen shot below). 

And there are more BBE plans in the works - on essential topics like peace, forgiveness, the Ten Commandments, science, and more. Part one on the Anxiety plan was a labor of love for me, as I had the opportunity to work together with my young-adult daughter who has wrestled with anxiety issues for most of her life. I was so thankful for the time together as we got to open the Word and talk through our experiences and trials and find God's love and understanding. The plan walks through Daisy's favorite Psalm, and in it I share much of what God taught me - through Psalm 139, through my daughter's trials, and through my own experience with anxiety. I hope that the plan will be an encouragement to you. You can find it on the TTW app (see screenshot) and also on the YouVersion Bible app here: https://bible.com/reading-plans/20472 (the YouVersion plan also comes with the text and follow up questions for discussion).

TTW Android is back! 

TTW is back in the app store again with some essential fixes and upgrades. Recent updates to the Android OS created issues for the TTW app, so we pulled it to make necessary fixes. It's back now - but if your app still experiences trouble, please let us know at help@throughtheword.org. Thanks so much! Get Android here: TTW App in Google Play Store.

And a little more other news...

iPhone App Update = Lots of Player Fixes
We just launched a major update to our iPhone app with a bunch of great fixes and upgrades to the audio player. The Android update is in the works now, so please pray for our programmer Zach as he makes progress there. Here is a list of the upgrades you'll find:
 - Bluetooth: Works great in your car, on Alexa, etc.
 - Lockscreen Audio Player: Now you can pause, ffwd, etc from your iPhone lock screen
 - Autoplay: Now the autoplay keeps going when your screen is locked or dark.
 - PreAudio: Won't keep playing repeatedly on the same plan.
 - Get the TTW update in the iPhone App Store
(And while you're in the app store, please rate and review TTW! Every 5-star rating helps us reach more people - so thanks!)

Sunday Services Live
For any of you looking for a Sunday service to join online, you're invited to join me at facebook.com/refugelb/live - Sunday mornings at 11am PST / 2pm EST / 6pm GMT.

Questions? Email help@throughtheword.org

In Christ,
Pastor Kris

The Seed Company | Every Tribe Every Nation Part 3

Sole Podcast Season 2 Episode 5

The Seed Company | Every Tribe Every Nation Part 3

No message or book has ever been translated into all 7000+ languages. Yet new technologies and methodologies are radically changing the rate and quality of translation, and forging the way for one of the greatest achievements in history: the Bible in every language. And it’s happening in our lifetime. Kris Langham sits down with Randall Lemley of The Seed Company for the amazing story behind the scenes of this groundbreaking endeavor.. Find out more at https://www.endbiblepovertynow.com and illuminations.bible. Also check out our friends from The Seed Company at https://www.theseedcompany.com
 - Listen on Apple Podcasts 
 - Listen on Google Podcasts
 - Listen on Spotify

And still more news...

iPhone/iPad: If you're on iPhone or iPad and experiencing troubles with your app crashing, we are aware of the issue and have a fix on the way. TTW version 3.4.1 causes the app to close when selecting certain audio guides from the Browse menu. Our programmer Zach fixed the issue and submitted it to Apple's App Store, and you should see version 3.4.2 available soon. Watch for it in the app store (here). Thanks for your patience with us!

Android - Temporarily out of the App Store: Recent updates to the Android system have caused our audio player to have significant issues on Android devices, and we are working hard now to fix all issues. For more details, including how to hear TTW on podcast or how to get the TTW app outside the app store, click here. TTW will be back in the Android app store soon, and we are working hard now to fix all issues. Thanks for your patience and your prayers - we appreciate it!

And a little more other news...

iPhone App Update = Lots of Player Fixes
We just launched a major update to our iPhone app with a bunch of great fixes and upgrades to the audio player. The Android update is in the works now, so please pray for our programmer Zach as he makes progress there. Here is a list of the upgrades you'll find:
 - Bluetooth: Works great in your car, on Alexa, etc.
 - Lockscreen Audio Player: Now you can pause, ffwd, etc from your iPhone lock screen
 - Autoplay: Now the autoplay keeps going when your screen is locked or dark.
 - PreAudio: Won't keep playing repeatedly on the same plan.
 - Get the TTW update in the iPhone App Store
(And while you're in the app store, please rate and review TTW! Every 5-star rating helps us reach more people - so thanks!)

Sunday Services Live
For any of you looking for a Sunday service to join online, you're invited to join me at facebook.com/refugelb/live - Sunday mornings at 11am PST / 2pm EST / 6pm GMT.

Questions? Email help@throughtheword.org

In Christ,
Pastor Kris

George Floyd, Injustice, & the Bible

Hello TTW family! Pastor Kris here. There's a lot of hurt going on in my country right now. I don't have all the answers, but I do hope to bring some compassion and understanding. This last Sunday at my church (still meeting online), I invited some good friends to open the Word with me, and we talked openly about injustice and race relations - from the Word and in our world. I have to say - I learned a lot! Thanks so Terrence Brooks, Ruben Young, Robbie & Nancy Boyd, and Cameron Pacheco for joining the discussion. Check it out below - I hope it blesses you as it did me.

Refuge Long Beach Sunday Service

Note! Skip to 33 minutes for my Bible study, and to just past 1 hour for the discussion (the best part!)

Note: We're planning more discussion soon on the Sole Podcast.

And in other news...

Sole Podcast Season 2 Episode 4

End Bible Poverty Now. That simple motto has become the rallying cry of a phenomenal movement, one that is grounded in a partnership of Bible societies and mission organizations from around the world. In part two of our series (captured at the ETEN Summit in November 2019), Dax Fears of Youth With a Mission shares stories from the front lines of Bible distribution in Mongolia and Nigeria. Find out more at https://www.endbiblepovertynow.com and illuminations.bible. 
 - Listen on Apple Podcasts 
 - Listen on Google Podcasts
 - Listen on Spotify

And still more news...

iPhone/iPad: If you're on iPhone or iPad and experiencing troubles with your app crashing, we are aware of the issue and have a fix on the way. TTW version 3.4.1 causes the app to close when selecting certain audio guides from the Browse menu. Our programmer Zach fixed the issue and submitted it to Apple's App Store, and you should see version 3.4.2 available soon. Watch for it in the app store (here). Thanks for your patience with us!

Android - Temporarily out of the App Store: Recent updates to the Android system have caused our audio player to have significant issues on Android devices, and we are working hard now to fix all issues. For more details, including how to hear TTW on podcast or how to get the TTW app outside the app store, click here. TTW will be back in the Android app store soon, and we are working hard now to fix all issues. Thanks for your patience and your prayers - we appreciate it!

And a little more other news...

iPhone App Update = Lots of Player Fixes
We just launched a major update to our iPhone app with a bunch of great fixes and upgrades to the audio player. The Android update is in the works now, so please pray for our programmer Zach as he makes progress there. Here is a list of the upgrades you'll find:
 - Bluetooth: Works great in your car, on Alexa, etc.
 - Lockscreen Audio Player: Now you can pause, ffwd, etc from your iPhone lock screen
 - Autoplay: Now the autoplay keeps going when your screen is locked or dark.
 - PreAudio: Won't keep playing repeatedly on the same plan.
 - Get the TTW update in the iPhone App Store
(And while you're in the app store, please rate and review TTW! Every 5-star rating helps us reach more people - so thanks!)

Sunday Services Live
For any of you looking for a Sunday service to join online, you're invited to join me at facebook.com/refugelb/live - Sunday mornings at 11am PST / 2pm EST / 6pm GMT.

Questions? Email help@throughtheword.org

In Christ,
Pastor Kris

YWAM | Every Tribe Every Nation Part 2

Hello TTW fam! Pastor Kris here with an important update and fixes on the way for you.

Sole Podcast Season 2 Episode 4

End Bible Poverty Now. That simple motto has become the rallying cry of a phenomenal movement, one that is grounded in a partnership of Bible societies and mission organizations from around the world. In part two of our series (captured at the ETEN Summit in November 2019), Dax Fears of Youth With a Mission shares stories from the front lines of Bible distribution in Mongolia and Nigeria. Find out more at https://www.endbiblepovertynow.com and illuminations.bible. 
 - Listen on Apple Podcasts 
 - Listen on Google Podcasts
 - Listen on Spotify


iPhone/iPad: If you're on iPhone or iPad and experiencing troubles with your app crashing, we are aware of the issue and have a fix on the way. TTW version 3.4.1 causes the app to close when selecting certain audio guides from the Browse menu. Our programmer Zach fixed the issue and submitted it to Apple's App Store, and you should see version 3.4.2 available soon. Watch for it in the app store (here). Thanks for your patience with us!

Android - Temporarily out of the App Store: Recent updates to the Android system have caused our audio player to have significant issues on Android devices, and we are working hard now to fix all issues. For more details, including how to hear TTW on podcast or how to get the TTW app outside the app store, click here. TTW will be back in the Android app store soon, and we are working hard now to fix all issues. Thanks for your patience and your prayers - we appreciate it!


And in other news...

iPhone App Update = Lots of Player Fixes
We just launched a major update to our iPhone app with a bunch of great fixes and upgrades to the audio player. The Android update is in the works now, so please pray for our programmer Zach as he makes progress there. Here is a list of the upgrades you'll find:
 - Bluetooth: Works great in your car, on Alexa, etc.
 - Lockscreen Audio Player: Now you can pause, ffwd, etc from your iPhone lock screen
 - Autoplay: Now the autoplay keeps going when your screen is locked or dark.
 - PreAudio: Won't keep playing repeatedly on the same plan.
 - Get the TTW update in the iPhone App Store
(And while you're in the app store, please rate and review TTW! Every 5-star rating helps us reach more people - so thanks!)

And more other news...

Journey #'s are Changing by One!
As of last Tuesday, all Journey numbers just went up by one number. That's because we added a new Journey #1! Well, technically we split the old Journey #2, and moved half of it to Journey #1. So now there will be a total of 19 Journeys instead of 18. Now the new 19 Journeys start like this:
  Journey #1 | Start (Mark & Colossians. Formerly part of Foundations).
  Journey #2 | The Big Picture (Overview the Bible. Formerly Journey #1)
  Journey #3 | Foundations (Genesis, Daniel, Romans)
     - Note that Daniel was added and Mark & Colossians moved to J#1.
  Journey #4 | Law & Grace (unchanged)...
  The rest are the same as before, just bumped up by one number.
If you were subscribed to Foundations... your progress should be saved, but your plan has now been split into two parts (the new Journey #1 | Start, and Journey #3 | Foundations).
Note: If you don't see those plans on your Home page, go to the Browse page and subscribe again. Your progress will still be there, but the app may have unsubscribed you by accident when the update was made. 

If you were subscribed to any other Journey... you don't need to do anything. The journey number will automatically go up by one.

Here's why we made the update: After much prayer and careful consideration, we decided that brand new listeners should start their Bible journey with the story of Jesus - before they get an overview of the whole Bible. The change will also bring the app Journeys onto the same plan that we are now launching on YouVersion and our new Bible Audio Guide Podcast, so that all platforms have the same plans. We do apologize for any confusion, and appreciate your understanding as we take this important step moving forward. Please let us know if you experience any frustration or confusion as the change moves forward. Email us at help@throughtheword.org.

Just Launched: The Bible Audio Guide Podcast
All the TTW Audio Guides that you love are now going onto a brand new podcast. We're calling it: The Bible Audio Guide Podcast. For everyone who can't access the TTW app, or for anyone who just loves the features on podcast apps, the podcast is available now. It has the same great Audio Guides that you find on TTW, and each season on the podcast will be one of our Journeys on the TTW app. Journey 1 is up now! It's also a great way for us to give podcast fans a new Bible habit. Check it out here:

Apple Podcasts - Google Podcasts - Spotify

Sunday Services Live
For any of you looking for a Sunday service to join online, you're invited to join me at facebook.com/refugelb/live - Sunday mornings at 11am PST / 2pm EST / 6pm GMT.

Questions? Email help@throughtheword.org

In Christ,
Pastor Kris

MegaVoice | Every Tribe Every Nation Part 1

Hello TTW fam! Pastor Kris here with an important update and fixes on the way for you.

Sole Podcast Season 2 Episode 3


One Bible. Seven-thousand languages. In the history of the world, no message has ever been translated into all of humanity's 7,000+ languages. In November 2019, the ETEN Summit gathered Bible translators and distributors from across the globe to collaborate as they move forward in their unprecedented task. If their plan succeeds, the Bible will be the first. Kris Langham sits down with Darrell Templeton of MegaVoice to share some phenomenal stories of lives transformed as distant tribes hear the Word of God for the first time. Get ready for some of the best stories we've ever shared, and find more about Bible translation at illuminations.bible and megavoice.com
 - Listen on Apple Podcasts 
 - Listen on Google Podcasts
 - Listen on Spotify


iPhone/iPad: If you're on iPhone or iPad and experiencing troubles with your app crashing, we are aware of the issue and have a fix on the way. TTW version 3.4.1 causes the app to close when selecting certain audio guides from the Browse menu. Our programmer Zach fixed the issue and submitted it to Apple's App Store, and you should see version 3.4.2 available soon. Watch for it in the app store (here). Thanks for your patience with us!

Android - Temporarily out of the App Store: Recent updates to the Android system have caused our audio player to have significant issues on Android devices, and we are working hard now to fix all issues. For more details, including how to hear TTW on podcast or how to get the TTW app outside the app store, click here. TTW will be back in the Android app store soon, and we are working hard now to fix all issues. Thanks for your patience and your prayers - we appreciate it!


And in other news...

iPhone App Update = Lots of Player Fixes
We just launched a major update to our iPhone app with a bunch of great fixes and upgrades to the audio player. The Android update is in the works now, so please pray for our programmer Zach as he makes progress there. Here is a list of the upgrades you'll find:
 - Bluetooth: Works great in your car, on Alexa, etc.
 - Lockscreen Audio Player: Now you can pause, ffwd, etc from your iPhone lock screen
 - Autoplay: Now the autoplay keeps going when your screen is locked or dark.
 - PreAudio: Won't keep playing repeatedly on the same plan.
 - Get the TTW update in the iPhone App Store
(And while you're in the app store, please rate and review TTW! Every 5-star rating helps us reach more people - so thanks!)

And more other news...

Journey #'s are Changing by One!
As of last Tuesday, all Journey numbers just went up by one number. That's because we added a new Journey #1! Well, technically we split the old Journey #2, and moved half of it to Journey #1. So now there will be a total of 19 Journeys instead of 18. Now the new 19 Journeys start like this:
  Journey #1 | Start (Mark & Colossians. Formerly part of Foundations).
  Journey #2 | The Big Picture (Overview the Bible. Formerly Journey #1)
  Journey #3 | Foundations (Genesis, Daniel, Romans)
     - Note that Daniel was added and Mark & Colossians moved to J#1.
  Journey #4 | Law & Grace (unchanged)...
  The rest are the same as before, just bumped up by one number.
If you were subscribed to Foundations... your progress should be saved, but your plan has now been split into two parts (the new Journey #1 | Start, and Journey #3 | Foundations).
Note: If you don't see those plans on your Home page, go to the Browse page and subscribe again. Your progress will still be there, but the app may have unsubscribed you by accident when the update was made. 

If you were subscribed to any other Journey... you don't need to do anything. The journey number will automatically go up by one.

Here's why we made the update: After much prayer and careful consideration, we decided that brand new listeners should start their Bible journey with the story of Jesus - before they get an overview of the whole Bible. The change will also bring the app Journeys onto the same plan that we are now launching on YouVersion and our new Bible Audio Guide Podcast, so that all platforms have the same plans. We do apologize for any confusion, and appreciate your understanding as we take this important step moving forward. Please let us know if you experience any frustration or confusion as the change moves forward. Email us at help@throughtheword.org.

Just Launched: The Bible Audio Guide Podcast
All the TTW Audio Guides that you love are now going onto a brand new podcast. We're calling it: The Bible Audio Guide Podcast. For everyone who can't access the TTW app, or for anyone who just loves the features on podcast apps, the podcast is available now. It has the same great Audio Guides that you find on TTW, and each season on the podcast will be one of our Journeys on the TTW app. Journey 1 is up now! It's also a great way for us to give podcast fans a new Bible habit. Check it out here:

Apple Podcasts - Google Podcasts - Spotify

Sunday Services Live
For any of you looking for a Sunday service to join online, you're invited to join me at facebook.com/refugelb/live - Sunday mornings at 11am PST / 2pm EST / 6pm GMT.

Questions? Email help@throughtheword.org

In Christ,
Pastor Kris

App Trouble? Fix Is On the Way!

Hello TTW fam! Pastor Kris here with an important update and fixes on the way for you.

iPhone/iPad: If you're on iPhone or iPad and experiencing troubles with your app crashing, we are aware of the issue and have a fix on the way. TTW version 3.4.1 causes the app to close when selecting certain audio guides from the Browse menu. Our programmer Zach fixed the issue and submitted it to Apple's App Store, and you should see version 3.4.2 available soon. Watch for it in the app store (here). Thanks for your patience with us!

Android - Temporarily out of the App Store: Recent updates to the Android system have caused our audio player to have significant issues on Android devices, and we are working hard now to fix all issues. For more details, including how to hear TTW on podcast or how to get the TTW app outside the app store, click here. TTW will be back in the Android app store soon, and we are working hard now to fix all issues. Thanks for your patience and your prayers - we appreciate it!

In other news...

Sole Podcast Season 2 Episode 2
 
Staying sane during a world-wide pandemic can be challenging. Dr. Iggy Trinh joins Kris & Brad for more balanced discussion on staying healthy and safe, and shares powerful stories from the mission field with Tongue Out medical missions. Today’s Theology Throwdown: Where faith meets pandemic. You can also find part 1 of the discussion here on your favorite podcast platform:
 - Listen on Apple Podcasts 
 - Listen on Google Podcasts
 - Listen on Spotify

And in other news...

iPhone App Update = Lots of Player Fixes
We just launched a major update to our iPhone app with a bunch of great fixes and upgrades to the audio player. The Android update is in the works now, so please pray for our programmer Zach as he makes progress there. Here is a list of the upgrades you'll find:
 - Bluetooth: Works great in your car, on Alexa, etc.
 - Lockscreen Audio Player: Now you can pause, ffwd, etc from your iPhone lock screen
 - Autoplay: Now the autoplay keeps going when your screen is locked or dark.
 - PreAudio: Won't keep playing repeatedly on the same plan.
 - Get the TTW update in the iPhone App Store
(And while you're in the app store, please rate and review TTW! Every 5-star rating helps us reach more people - so thanks!)

And more other news...

Journey #'s are Changing by One!
As of last Tuesday, all Journey numbers just went up by one number. That's because we added a new Journey #1! Well, technically we split the old Journey #2, and moved half of it to Journey #1. So now there will be a total of 19 Journeys instead of 18. Now the new 19 Journeys start like this:
  Journey #1 | Start (Mark & Colossians. Formerly part of Foundations).
  Journey #2 | The Big Picture (Overview the Bible. Formerly Journey #1)
  Journey #3 | Foundations (Genesis, Daniel, Romans)
     - Note that Daniel was added and Mark & Colossians moved to J#1.
  Journey #4 | Law & Grace (unchanged)...
  The rest are the same as before, just bumped up by one number.
If you were subscribed to Foundations... your progress should be saved, but your plan has now been split into two parts (the new Journey #1 | Start, and Journey #3 | Foundations).
Note: If you don't see those plans on your Home page, go to the Browse page and subscribe again. Your progress will still be there, but the app may have unsubscribed you by accident when the update was made. 

If you were subscribed to any other Journey... you don't need to do anything. The journey number will automatically go up by one.

Here's why we made the update: After much prayer and careful consideration, we decided that brand new listeners should start their Bible journey with the story of Jesus - before they get an overview of the whole Bible. The change will also bring the app Journeys onto the same plan that we are now launching on YouVersion and our new Bible Audio Guide Podcast, so that all platforms have the same plans. We do apologize for any confusion, and appreciate your understanding as we take this important step moving forward. Please let us know if you experience any frustration or confusion as the change moves forward. Email us at help@throughtheword.org.

Just Launched: The Bible Audio Guide Podcast
All the TTW Audio Guides that you love are now going onto a brand new podcast. We're calling it: The Bible Audio Guide Podcast. For everyone who can't access the TTW app, or for anyone who just loves the features on podcast apps, the podcast is available now. It has the same great Audio Guides that you find on TTW, and each season on the podcast will be one of our Journeys on the TTW app. Journey 1 is up now! It's also a great way for us to give podcast fans a new Bible habit. Check it out here:

Apple Podcasts - Google Podcasts - Spotify

Sunday Services Live
For any of you looking for a Sunday service to join online, you're invited to join me at facebook.com/refugelb/live - Sunday mornings at 11am PST / 2pm EST / 6pm GMT.

Questions? Email help@throughtheword.org

In Christ,
Pastor Kris