The Hall Pass
You won't receive a syllabus or a tuition bill, but you are encouraged to bring this "textbook"—which happens to be the world's #1 bestseller—either in print or on your phone.
What is the Bible?
"Feeling overwhelmed. Just found out I'm going to be a mom... and the baby is the Son of God! #Blessed #Startled #GabrielWasHere"
Who is Mary?
If you're "spilling the tea" about someone's secrets, the Bible calls you by this specific name—and no, it's not a snake, though Proverbs says you might "bite" like one.
What is a Slanderer (or Whisperer)? (Proverbs 16:28; 20:19)
Biblical math is strange. According to Genesis, a successful marriage isn't when 1 + 1 = 2, but rather when 1 + 1 equals this unified entity.
What is One Flesh?
This sister of Rachel was described as having "dull eyes" and wasn't her husband’s favorite, but she got the last laugh by becoming the direct ancestor of the Messiah.
Who is Leah?
It sounds like a medieval castle where royalty might live, but it is actually the practical name for the building where the congregation meets.
What is a Kingdom Hall?
"Worst road trip ever. My donkey is literally talking back to me right now. Can this day get any weirder? #TalkingDonkey #ProphetProblems"
Who is Balaam?
Ephesians 6 tells you to "obey your parents," which acts as this specific piece of spiritual armor—so you better put it on before you ask for the car keys.
What is the Breastplate of Righteousness? (Ephesians 6:1, 14)
If you want to keep the Devil from getting a "foothold" in your house, the Bible suggests you have a strict deadline for resolving arguments: You must settle it before this celestial event happens.
What is the Sun going down? (Ephesians 4:26)
Talk about an "Irish Exit": This faithful man "walked with God" for 365 years and then simply vanished because God took him—no funeral, no grave, just gone.
Who is Enoch?
Unlike a fancy restaurant or a pizza delivery, you can keep your wallet safely in your pocket because this circular item is never passed around during the meeting.
What is a Collection Plate?
"My brother is so hairy, and I'm so smooth. Just put on some goat skins to fool Dad. hoping to snag that birthright blessing! #TwinTrouble #SmoothOperator"
Who is Jacob?
If you are looking for a "bae" who doesn't share your faith, 2 Corinthians 6:14 warns you are becoming this agricultural term—which honestly sounds like a bad gym workout.
What is Unevenly Yoked?
Usually, a "third wheel" is awkward. But Ecclesiastes says a marriage is actually stronger if it is this, with God as the third strand.
What is Threefold Cord
This simple country girl famously friend-zoned King Solomon and all his riches because she preferred her shepherd boyfriend—proving she was definitely not a "Material Girl."
Who is the Shulammite Maiden?
There is no "uniform," but the video suggests you don't wear beachwear; instead, dress like you are going to a nice meal or to this high-stakes professional appointment.
What is a Job Interview?
"Ugh. Hosting dinner for Jesus and my sister is just sitting there listening to him instead of helping in the kitchen! Does anyone else see this?! #KitchenNightmares #HelpMe"
Who is Martha?
To beat a bully without using your fists (as the Whiteboard Animation suggests), the Bible recommends heaping these specific items on his head by acting with kindness.
What are Burning Coals? (Romans 12:20)
Solomon—a man with 700 wives—expertly noted that a roof that constantly leaks on a rainy day is exactly like this specific personality trait in a spouse.
What is Contentious (or Quarrelsome / Nagging)? (Proverbs 27:15)
Jeremiah’s personal secretary had a recorded meltdown about how tired he was of writing, proving that "workplace burnout" has officially existed for at least 2,600 years.
Who is Baruch?
Despite rumors of secret handshakes, there is no bouncer at the door. The sign outside explicitly states that this broad group of people—which includes you, your neighbor, and the mailman—is welcome to attend.
Who is the Public? (or Who is Everyone?)
"From Prison to Palace in one day! Just got promoted to second-in-command of Egypt. God is good! #GlowUp #DreamInterpreter"
Who is Joseph?
If you are acting like a "sluggish" teen refusing to clean your room, Proverbs 6 tells you to go look at this tiny insect, who frankly has a better work ethic than you.
What is the Ant? (Proverbs 6:6)
Proverbs warns that while discipline produces wisdom, a "child left on the loose" will eventually serve up this specific emotion to his mother.
What is Shame? (Proverbs 29:15)
Her father made a rash promise to give the first person who walked out of his house to Jehovah, so she ended up serving at the Tabernacle single forever—basically "taking one for the team" on a monumental scale.
Who is Jephthah's Daughter?