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.
Psalm 31 stresses personal Bible study for true understanding, not just relying on religious authorities. Shawn highlights the need for a direct relationship with God, spiritual growth, and the importance of faith and love over earthly pursuits. Christ reconciles humanity to God, and the New Testament is a personal covenant. Confession and repentance are key for spiritual growth and forgiveness.
Shawn's teaching covers Psalms 25-30, focusing on acrostic structure, prayer, salvation, divine mercy, integrity, faith, God's voice in nature, and gratitude to YAHAVAH.
Psalm 23 depicts God as Shepherd and provider, guiding and nurturing followers. Yeshua fulfills this role, uniting believers, offering peace, and emphasizing His unique voice.
Shawn's teaching links Psalm 22 to Christ's crucifixion, critiques traditional Trinity views, emphasizes Yeshua's obedience, and calls for evolving spiritual understanding.
Psalm 20-21: Prayer for deliverance, divine victory. Hezekiah's plea vs. trust in God's will. Yeshua's cry on the cross, spiritual struggle, prophetic fulfillment.
Psalm 19 highlights God's creation and law, using nature as a testament to His power. Shawn teaches Christ's fulfillment of the law, emphasizing humility and spiritual enlightenment.
1 Samuel covers the shift from judges to monarchy, Saul's rise, and David's early success. 2 Samuel focuses on David's reign. Shawn emphasizes subjective scripture interpretation, personal faith, and spiritual growth over tradition, using David's story and Psalm 18 as examples.
Shawn's teaching links Psalm 12 to eschatology, emphasizing God's reconciliation through Christ despite human rebellion. He contrasts biblical tribulations with modern challenges, highlighting faith's role in connecting with God. He discusses the historical context of Psalms, the Jewish identity post-Babylon, and critiques Calvinistic determinism, stressing individual efforts to follow God. David's writings underscore trust in God, prophecy of Christ's resurrection, and the need for humility and faith beyond scripture.
Shawn's teaching emphasizes meekness as confidence, not weakness, using biblical examples. It highlights humility, stewardship, and divine judgment, contrasting pride with true leadership through Christ.
Psalm 8 and 11 teachings by Shawn focus on God's creation, humility, meekness, rejecting idolatry, spiritual victory through humility, and divine justice over human pride.
Psalm 2 foreshadows the Messiah's reign, emphasizing Jesus' resurrection and ascension as fulfillment of prophecy. Believers are urged to trust in Christ for salvation.
The Book of Psalms, 150 songs in 5 sections, blends music and hymns, key in Jewish/Christian rituals. Themes: lament, praise, God's justice. Psalm 1 contrasts righteous vs. wicked.
