
The Land and the Book
The Land and the Book helps listeners understand a biblical perspective on the Middle East’s complex tapestry of people and events. Join Charlie Dyer and Jon Gauger as they explore biblical, archaeological and prophetic events.
Moody Radio
Show overview
The Land and the Book has been publishing since 2024, and across the 2 years since has built a catalogue of 105 episodes. That works out to roughly 80 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a weekly cadence.
Episodes typically run thirty-five to sixty minutes. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-US-language Religion & Spirituality show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 5 days ago, with 20 episodes already out so far this year. The busiest year was 2025, with 52 episodes published. Published by Moody Radio.
From the publisher
The Land and the Book helps listeners understand a biblical perspective on the Middle East’s complex tapestry of people and events. Join Charlie Dyer and Jon Gauger as they explore biblical, archaeological and prophetic events.
Latest Episodes
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Rob West: Taxes in Scripture
Don’t you LOVE filling out your taxes? The forms are so fun. And paying up is a sheer pleasure, right? Wrong! But the pain of paying taxes is something people understood in Jesus’ day, as well. What’s the biblical viewpoint on taxes—especially those that pay for things Christians find sinful? Taxes in Scripture: that’s our conversation this week on The Land and the Book. You’re gonna love it!Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/landandthebookSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why Bother Supporting Israel?
Increasingly on social media, you read comments from Christians that go something like this: Since Jews reject that Jesus is the Messiah, why would I bother supporting Israel? This week on The Land and the Book, we’ll tackle that question—and more—in a frank and fast-paced conversation. Plus, we’ll cover all the major stories unfolding in the Middle East—and leave you with a powerful devotional. That’s The Land and the BookDonate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/landandthebookSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Haggai—Up Close
When the Jewish people returned from exile and began rebuilding the temple, they were distracted and discouraged. But God sent them the prophet Haggai to encourage them—and us—in OUR discouragement. This week on The Land and the Book, we’ll meet Haggai up close. As you listen, you’ll find courage to trust God with YOUR story. So don’t miss The Land and the Book—as we feature Jennifer Rothschild in conversation.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/landandthebookSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Lightning-Fast Field Guide to the Bible
So…you want to understand the Bible better, but you’re scared off by huge commentaries with hard-to-understand words. What if there was an easier way…one that uses language you could actually understand? Good news…there is! We’ll talk about it this week on The Land and the Book. Plus…Current events from the Middle East—and a bunch of your Bible questions…on The Land and the Book.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/landandthebookSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

100 Most Asked Questions About Heaven, Hell, and the Afterlife
When it comes to heaven, hell, and the afterlife, we’ve got questions, But here’s the problem: there’s no shortage of confusing—or, for that matter, false answers out there. This week on The Land and the Book…a look at some of the most asked questions about heaven, hell, and the afterlife. Spoiler alert—we don’t become angels in heaven—but we enjoy something much better. That’s The Land and the Book.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/landandthebookSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Exploring the Financial Parables of Jesus
If we’re honest, most of us don’t want anyone—including God—to fiddle with our finances. But Jesus’ parables about finances make it clear He intends to mess with much more than just our wallets! This week on The Land and the Book, join us for an intriguing exploration of the Financial Parables of Jesus. Plus, we’ll update you on all the top stories from the Middle East—and more—on The Land and the Book.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/landandthebookSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Good Shepherd
Shepherding is the single most important image of servant leadership in the Bible. From shepherds like Moses and David to pastors today who shepherd their flocks spiritually, biblical leadership is crucial. But what does a good shepherd look like? How does he or she lead? This week on The Land and the Book, insights about the Good Shepherd from a man who spent months among shepherds in the Middle East. Join us!Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/landandthebookSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Considering Sparrows
The world is loud, life is fast, and wonder is slipping through the cracks. But Jesus gave a simple command—consider the birds. This week on The Land and the Book, you’ll learn how birds illustrate timeless truths found in Philippians. You’ll see birds—and the Lord Himself—in a fresh new light. Here’s your invitation to slow down, look up, and rediscover the Gospel written in the wings of creation. The Land and the Book.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/landandthebookSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joseph
Consider Joseph. He was enslaved, lied about, imprisoned, and forgotten. He knew all about broken relationships. In other words, his struggles are our struggles. This week on The Land and the Book, we’ll learn how God can use even the harshest and most unexpected setbacks to strengthen our faith. If you’re going through a tough season, this is a broadcast you must not miss—The Land and the Book.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/landandthebookSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Powerful Self-Talk from the Psalms
Have you noticed how negative your own self-talk can be? We say, “A REAL Christian wouldn’t think or say that!” If only we could replace that garbage talk with biblical talk. This week on The Land and the Book, we’ll explore Powerful Self-Talk from the Psalms. You’ll walk away with tools to anchor your mind in David’s words—biblical words. Let’s think better! We’ll help you as you join us for The Land and the Book.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/landandthebookSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Good News from Gaza
When was the last time anyone heard anything from Gaza—that was good? You’re about to! This week on The Land and the Book, Tom Doyle has stories of God at work in Gaza. You’ll hear about people finding Christ—lives being transformed. So, take a break from your news feed for the news that matters most: God is at work in the Middle East! Hear it all this week on The Land and the Book…from Moody Radio.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/landandthebookSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Questions on Prophecy and the End Times
Our culture—and our world—are changing. And a lot of that change is anti-Christian at its care. How does this all fit into the end times? How can we learn to interpret the signs of our times in light of what we read in biblical prophecy? And—what’s just ahead for our world, prophetically? We’ll address those issues and more this week on The Land and the Book. Be sure to join us!Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/landandthebookSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How Marriage Images Revelation
What if one of the reasons marriage was given to us by God is to better understand His love—and future plan—for believers? What if we understood marriage through this biblical lens? This week on The Land and the Book, you’ll explore how marriage actually images the message of Revelation. Plus, we’ll share all the major news stories from the Middle East—all from a biblical perspective. That’s The Land and the Book.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/landandthebookSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rescued Heart
Consider the compelling life of Sarah. She married Abraham at the age of 39, never having met him before. And she soon became the mother of Isaac. But the real story is her remarkable journey from doubt to faith. There are plenty of twists and turns along the way. And you’ll meet Sarah as you’ve never seen her before, when you join us this week for The Land and the Book.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/landandthebookSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Internship with a Twist
She’s a Jewish studies major at Moody Bible Institute. And she was looking forward to her summer internship in Israel. But it wasn’t long before a tense drama unfolded, creating a different twist in her story. You’ll hear the details first-hand…this week on The Land and the Book. Plus—headlines from the Middle East…Bible questions from listeners…and Charlie Dyer’s devotional. Join us!Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/landandthebookSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.