What is Paul's Handkerchief?

Paul's Handkerchief combines the latest in biblical scholarship alongside 'coffee with Jesus' activities to reclaim the Ancient Near East context, romance, and mystery of our Bibles.

What is the cover-to-cover Bible Challenge?

Few people who start reading the Bible ever finish it. The cover-to-cover challenge is for those ready to break that cycle — reading the entire Bible at their own pace, backed by community and tools built to make finishing not just possible, but inevitable. You will also get a certificate to celebrate your achievement each time.

What is Coffee with Jesus?

Having a coffee with Jesus is about spending quality time with Him. It isn't just Bible study, but a personal, intimate conversation with Him. Think less classroom, more kitchen table. The devotionals, quizzes, crosswords and journaling are all designed to let the Word shape your heart, not just your head.

What is the F.O.G. Bible Project?

Most English Bibles can't carry the full weight of what's in the original Hebrew and Greek. The F.O.G. Bible Project exists to change that: three new translations built publicly (a Study Bible, a Reader's Paraphrase, and F.O.G. Family), plus a word-by-word renewal of Strong's Concordance. It is Jean Paul Joseph's lifelong work, unfolding in public — and you're invited in.

Jean Paul Joseph is the lead editor of the F.O.G. Bible Project. He works from a personal encounter with Jesus first, then draws on the scholarship of respected Jewish and Christian scholars to produce resources designed for falling in love with the Word.

How do I get started?

Join the club, pick a Bible translation and a reading style that fits you, and you're in. From there, the app tracks your progress and helps keep you showing up — day after day, chapter after chapter.

How do I use this website?

This website has three main areas: the Cover-to-Cover Bible Challenge, Coffee with Jesus, and Study Guides. The Challenge helps you finish the Bible, Coffee with Jesus helps you fall in love with Him, and the Study Guides deepen your understanding of what the Word meant in its original context. To open the study features, simply click a verse in the Bible or select Library in the top navigation.

How much should I read each day?

That's up to you, but we recommend starting with a manageable goal and building up as the habit forms. One or two chapters a day is a great place to start, and three chapters a day will take you through the Bible in a year. If you want full immersion, the 6-Track plan lets you read up to six chapters a day across different sections of Scripture at once.

I prefer reading a physical Bible. What do I do?

We agree, and our goal is to eventually offer F.O.G. Bibles in print. In the meantime, you can read from a physical Bible and still use this website to track your progress and access the study features.

What is the 6-Track Bible reading plan?

The 6-Track plan has you read up to six chapters a day from six different sections of Scripture at the same time. It's adapted from Professor Grant Horner's method, and within eight months you'll read the whole Bible at least once, with parts like the Gospels and Psalms read more than once. It's built for deep immersion and takes about half an hour a day. You don't have to read six chapters daily, but if you choose this plan, we recommend at least three. You can also choose another plan on this website, such as the chronological option.

How do XP and ranks work?

Every activity earns you XP, which moves you through seven Hebrew ranks: Talmid, Mechoker, Maskil, Sofer, Moreh, Chacham, and Zaken. Each is named after a biblical word for going deeper into the Word. Beyond Zaken, five gem tiers await: Pearl, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, and Diamond. Each gem is added to your profile once you reach it.

How do I earn my Certificate of Completion?

You'll receive your certificate when you mark the final chapter of your cover-to-cover Bible Challenge as read. It's generated automatically and added to your profile. Free members receive a digital copy, while patrons receive an archival-quality certificate mailed to their door, ready for framing. You earn a new certificate every time you finish the Bible on this website.

How does patronage work?

A one-time gift of any amount earns you the Giver badge and a trial of RabbAI: 3 months, or 12 months for gifts of $50 or more. An active monthly gift of any amount earns you the Patron badge and keeps your RabbAI access going for as long as the gift continues. Give $50 and you'll receive a certificate mailed to your door when you complete the cover-to-cover Bible Challenge. Give $100 and you can sponsor a verse or page of your choice on this website. Your gift fuels this ministry, and we're grateful for your support.

G4354 (προσλαλέω)

Summary

Quick facts

Strong’s Number: G4354
Original Word: προσλαλέω
Transliteration: proslaléō
Pronunciation: pros-lal-eh'-o
Part of Speech: verb
Category: Unique Words
Root / Etymology: from G4314 (πρός) and G2980 (λαλέω);
Frequency: 2×
Gematria: 1316

Where it appears

Loading distribution…

Definition

Strong 1890 to talk to, i.e. converse with

speak to (with)

from G4314 (πρός) and G2980 (λαλέω);

Commentary

Contributors:

Strong's G4354: A compound verb combining pros (toward) with laleō (to speak), meaning "to speak to, to converse with." Used in Acts to describe pastoral and evangelistic conversations, particularly in contexts of personal ministry and persuasive gospel communication.

U- Unveiling the Word

Προσλαλέω represents direct, personal communication with specific individuals or groups. In the New Testament, it appears in contexts of apostolic ministry where personal conversation leads to spiritual instruction and encouragement. The compound structure emphasizes both the directional nature and personal quality of the communication. Early church fathers often used this term to describe pastoral dialogue and evangelistic engagement. Today, it continues to illustrate the importance of personal, direct communication in ministry.

N - Necessary Information

Greek Word: προσλαλέω, proslaleō, pros-la-LEH-oh
Pronunciation: Emphasis on 'LEH', with 'pros' quickly spoken, 'oh' unstressed
Part of Speech: Verb

Etymology:

πρός (pros) - prefix meaning "toward"
λαλέω (laleō) - root verb meaning "to speak"
The combination indicates directed speech or conversation.

D - Defining Meanings

To speak to
To converse with
To address personally

For compound words:
The prefix πρός adds directional focus to λαλέω, creating the concept of speaking directly to someone with purpose.

Translation Options:

"to speak to" - emphasizes direction
"to converse with" - captures interaction
"to address" - reflects formal aspects

E - Exploring Similar Words

διαλέγομαι (dialegomai, dee-a-LEG-oh-mai) - to reason with
See G1256
λαλέω (laleō, la-LEH-oh) - to speak, without direction
See G2980
προσφωνέω (prosphōneō, pros-fo-NEH-oh) - to call to
See G4377

R - Reviewing the Word's Morphology

As a verb, προσλαλέω shows these morphological features:

Tense: Aorist, Present
Voice: Active
Mood: Participle, Indicative
Person: 3rd
Number: Plural
Aspect: Punctiliar/Progressive

The active voice emphasizes direct engagement in conversation.

Leave your mark

Sponsor a Verse

A $100 gift puts your name — on the verse or page you sponsor, so everyone who reads it sees your love for the Word.

In your name — or in memory of someone you love

S - Studying Lexicon Insights

BDAG emphasizes its use in personal ministry. Thayer's notes its directional nature. LSJ provides evidence of its use in formal address. Vine's connects it to pastoral communication. Strong's highlights the compound nature affecting speech direction. LEH notes its use in dialogue contexts. Moulton and Milligan cite papyri evidence of personal communication.

T - Tracing the Scriptures

First appearance:
Now when the meeting of the synagogue had broken up, many of the Jews and of the God-fearing proselytes [προσλαλοῦντες] followed Paul and Barnabas, who, speaking to them, were urging them to continue in the grace of God. Acts 13:43

Additional References:
Acts 28:20

A - Analyzing Classical Usage

Author: Work	Text
Xenophon: Memorabilia	Socrates [προσλαλέω] conversed with his students
Plutarch: Lives	The general [προσλαλέω] addressed his troops personally
Lucian: Dialogues	The philosopher [προσλαλέω] spoke directly to his audience

N - Noteworthy Summary

Προσλαλέω beautifully captures the personal nature of gospel ministry. Just as Paul and others engaged in direct, personal communication to share Christ, we too are called to personal engagement in sharing the good news. The gospel spreads through intentional, personal conversation that points people to Jesus.

D - Did You Know?

Used specifically in contexts of evangelistic follow-up
Emphasizes personal rather than public proclamation
Often appears in scenes of pastoral care and guidance

Part of speech: Verb

Tags: conversation, speaking, communication, evangelism, pastoral-care, personal-ministry, compound-verb, Acts, Paul, apostolic-ministry, dialogue, personal-evangelism, ministry-conversation, gospel-communication, pastoral-dialogue

The Coffee Club Explained.

CERTIFICATE

Your Name Here