Verse by Verse Teachings is an in-depth, methodical study of the Bible led by Shawn McCraney. Launched in 2013, these teachings are dedicated to helping individuals understand every single verse scripture in its purest, most contextual form—free from institutional biases or doctrinal agendas.
Whether you’re new to the Bible or seeking deeper insights, these teachings will equip you to understand the text in historical, cultural and exegetical context – outside of the bounds of religious tradition.
Shawn's teaching focuses on contentment, brotherly love, integrity, faith in God, and Jesus' eternal truth. It warns against covetousness, emphasizes grace over rituals, and encourages praise, good deeds, and respect for leaders.
Practical Christian living: brotherly love, hospitality, marital fidelity, empathy, unity, Spirit-led aid, compassion for imprisoned, marriage's honor, and communal love.
The teaching highlights God as a "consuming fire," urging worship in Spirit and Truth, emphasizing grace, reverence, and transformation through Christ and the Holy Spirit.
Shawn's teaching highlights the shift from physical to spiritual focus in Christianity, emphasizing internalized divine laws, spiritual kingdom, and eternal security through faith in Jesus.
Contrast Old Covenant's fear and law at Sinai with New Covenant's grace and spiritual freedom in Christ, emphasizing love, spiritual connection, and personal faith.
Perseverance in faith is crucial; spiritual diligence impacts eternal life. Avoid bitterness, value spiritual birthright, and align with God's plan, learning from Esau's story.
God's discipline fosters righteousness; believers support each other like Aaron and Hur with Moses. Promote peace, holiness, and unity through faith and the Holy Spirit.
Teaching emphasizes accepting God's discipline with humility, aligning with His will for spiritual life, fostering sanctification, and producing righteousness through faith.
Shawn's teaching on Hebrews 12:4-8 highlights enduring trials, God's purposeful discipline, and Christ's example, encouraging faith and growth through divine love.
Hebrews urges believers to run with patience, focusing on Jesus, the "author and finisher of faith," as the ultimate model of endurance, humility, and obedience.
The teaching emphasizes patience as essential to true faith, linking it with perseverance, love, and spiritual growth. It highlights biblical examples and the role of the Holy Spirit in guiding believers to overcome trials and align with God's will.
CAMPUS MEAT focuses on Scripture engagement via prayer, music, reflection, study. Samuel's story shows spiritual growth, leadership, and faith's power, culminating in Christ.
David, chosen by God, was a shepherd, musician, and warrior who defeated Goliath with faith. He became king, faced trials, showed mercy, and left a legacy of faith and leadership.
Hebrews 11:32 highlights Gideon, Barak, Samson, Jephthah, David, and Samuel for faith. Shawn discusses Barak's victory with Deborah, Samson's redemption, and Jephthah's vow.
Shawn's teaching highlights love for Muslims, contrasts law vs. faith using Isaac/Ishmael allegory, emphasizes faith's power in biblical stories, and Rahab's faith despite flaws.
Moses chose faith over privilege, aligning with his Hebrew roots, prioritizing spiritual rewards over earthly pleasures, and leading the Israelites by divine guidance.
Joseph's faith in burial plans, Moses' faith-driven choices, Israelites' growth under oppression, Moses' dual upbringing, civil disobedience, parallels with Jesus.
Hebrews 11 highlights faith through biblical figures like Abel, Enoch, Noah, Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph. Key themes: faith, blessings, deceit, inheritance, transformation.
Believers should see themselves as temporary residents on Earth, seeking a heavenly homeland, prioritizing faith and God's promises over earthly ties, like Abraham.
Shawn's teaching emphasizes faith as bold action, letting go of the past, and trusting God's guidance, akin to Abraham's journey, prioritizing spiritual growth over worldly ties.
