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Episode 1

Beginnings

Where did everything come from?

According to the biblical story, the universe has not always existed because it began when God created it (Genesis 1:1).

Episode 1

Beginnings

Where did everything come from?

Discover how the universe, life, and humanity were created according to the Bible’s grand story.

Episode 2

Identity

Who am I?

Unpack the Bible’s answer to humanity’s unique design and why God created us with purpose.

Episode 3

Catastrophe

How did the world get so broken?

Explore how sin, suffering, and evil entered the world, breaking God’s perfect creation.

Episode 4

Confusion

Why are we all so different?

Why are there so many religions and beliefs? Understand how confusion and division began.

Episode 5

Strategy

Why Israel?

Learn why Israel is central to God’s plan and why it still matters today.

Episode 6

Messiah

What’s so special about Jesus anyway?

Who is Jesus, and why is he so important? Discover the evidence and significance of his life.

Episode 7

Salvation

How can one man save the world?

Find out how Jesus’ death on the cross offers salvation for all of humanity.

Episode 8

Resurrection

Is that even possible?

Did Jesus really rise from the dead? Explore the evidence and importance of the resurrection.

Episode 9

Jump

What’s my next step?

Learn what it means to follow Jesus and take your next step toward faith and salvation.

Explained series

Keen to get a better overview of Christianity? Come explore the Bible with us through our 9-part series. Starting at episode 1, you’ll gain a better understanding of the Bible through thoughtful storytelling, told all across the world.

Each episode has a range of different Q&A’s you can watch to get quick insights on the topics discussed.

Start here, and work through at your own pace!

We’ve designed this series to be as simple and accessible as possible—it’s completely free to use any time, any place. Start with episode 1, and explore at your own pace.

Episode 1

Beginnings

Episode 1

Beginnings

Experience the Bible Like Never Before - Through a Worldwide Journey!

Filmed across the globe, Long Story Short brings the Bible to life in a way that’s engaging, relatable, and thought-provoking. Over the course of nine episodes, we join Graham Burt on an incredible journey through the story of the Bible. From the bustling streets of Paris to the ancient wonders of Egypt, from the temples of Cambodia to the landscapes of Australia and New Zealand…we travel the world to uncover the deep and lasting significance of this story for everyone.

Common questions

Who is it for

Long Story Short is for anyone curious to learn more about the story of the Bible and why Jesus is at the very heart of the plot line.

How can I use it

You can watch the series on your own, with a friend, or in a group.

What is the “explained series”

The “Explained Series” is a nine-episode video series introducing the viewer to the primary storyline of the Bible. As we travel all over the world, we discover how the Bible is both God’s story and ours, and why Jesus is at the story’s very centre. Alongside each episode in the series, short Q&A videos provide clear answers to many relevant questions.

How can churches use lss

Long Story Short is a relaxed journey through the biblical backstory that ends up leading to Jesus. So it's a great way for churches to introduce people to the Bible’s redemptive story and the good news of the Gospel. This can be done individually, one-on-one, or in a small group with a Leader’s Guide. See the Church Leaders section for more information.

What’s new?

The Explained series is a fresh update of Long Story Short’s original eleven-episode series which tells the story of the Bible even better than before. Now just nine episodes, the Explained series contains brand new footage, is faster-paced and even more clearly-focused on the key themes of the biblical story than before. We think you’re going to love it!

What does it cost?

Long Story Short is absolutely free to anyone, any time, anywhere. Why? Because we believe everyone should have an opportunity to hear and understand the greatest story ever told.