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| Ecclesiastes 11:1-12:14 (Episode 430) | 24 Aug 2024 | 00:45:19 | |
Chad and Daniel wrap up Ecclesiastes in this episode. Don’t hang on to things too tightly. Youth is wasted on the young. And knowing God and His word is the thing that ultimately matters. Have a listen. Show Notes:
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| Ecclesiastes 10:1-20 (Episode 429) | 17 Aug 2024 | 00:40:48 | |
Dead flies ruin perfume like a sinner ruins wisdom. Fools have a lot to say. Childish kings feast in the morning. And your gossip is taken up by winged creatures. Have a listen. Show Notes:
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| Ecclesiastes 1:1-11 (Episode 420) | 14 Jun 2024 | 00:42:45 | |
Chad and Daniel begin the book of Ecclesiastes in this episode. They talk about the authorship and theme of the book. What is life like under the sun? Is everything really vanity, and what does that mean? Have a listen. Show Notes:
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| 2 Kings 9:14-37 (Episode 332) | 10 Oct 2022 | 00:40:49 | |
Jehu is riding like a madman and there is no peace in his path for idol worshippers. There is land that still belongs to Naboth. And Jezebel hurls insults out a window before being hurled out herself. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! | |||
| 2 Kings 8:16-9:13 (Episode 331) | 05 Oct 2022 | 00:41:28 | |
Three bad kings go to war. Elisha tells one of the sons of the prophets to stop everything and surprise anoint a new king. The new king is Jehu, but will the people accept it? Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! | |||
| 2 Kings 8:1-15 (Episode 330) | 27 Sep 2022 | 00:41:47 | |
Elisha tells his friends to leave the land before famine comes and returns at the perfect moment. The king of Syria is sick and wants a son of no one to ask Elisha if he will live. And Elisha gives good news and bad news with tears in his eyes. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! | |||
| 2 Kings 6:31-7:20 (Episode 329) | 20 Sep 2022 | 00:40:35 | |
Elisha is in his house when the king comes for him, and Elisha makes a seemingly impossible prophecy. Four lepers decide to roll the dice and approach the camp of the Syrians rather than starve. The sound of dual armies has resulted in a day of gospel. And Elisha’s words come to pass. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! | |||
| 2 Kings 6:8-31 (Episode 328) | 11 Sep 2022 | 00:41:03 | |
The king of Syria is thinking about war, but Elisha knows what is going on behind closed doors. Chariots of fire come to the aid of God’s people and Elisha has a feast for their enemies. And a famine strikes the land resulting in terrible desperation. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! | |||
| 2 Kings 5:15-6:7 (Episode 327) | 30 Aug 2022 | 00:40:09 | |
Naaman comes out of the Jordan river believing in the one true God but needs a little help with his theology. Gehazi lets his greed get the better of him. And a son of the prophets loses a borrowed ax head in the river and Elisha helps him. Have a listen! | |||
| 2 Kings 5:1-14 (Episode 326) | 17 Aug 2022 | 00:39:52 | |
Chad and Daniel talk about the recent events in Chad’s life and the relationship between grief and the promises of God. The commander of the Syrian army has everything going for him, but he is a leper. Elisha has a way for him to be made clean, but is this commander willing to do it? Have a listen! | |||
| 2 Kings 4:18-44 (Episode 325) | 21 Jul 2022 | 00:43:00 | |
The Shunammite woman’s son dies but God is in the business of resurrection. A man makes a deadly stew that Elisha cleanses. And Elisha feeds 100 men with 20 loaves of bread previewing one of Jesus’ most famous miracles. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! | |||
| 2 Kings 3:16-4:17 (Episode 324) | 14 Jul 2022 | 00:41:10 | |
Who does God want to win this battle and what exactly does “shall” mean? Elisha multiplies a jar of oil to help a widow. And a wealthy couple decides to build Elisha a room on their roof and in return Elisha makes an incredible promise. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! | |||
| 2 Kings 2:23-3:15 (Episode 323) | 05 Jul 2022 | 00:41:04 | |
Some young men mock Elisha and are torn apart by two she bears. The king of Israel and the king of Judah team up against the Moabites without asking the Lord if it is a good idea. And Elisha needs a musician. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! | |||
| Job 40:6-42:17 (Episode 419) | 05 Jun 2024 | 00:50:18 | |
Chad and Daniel take some extra time to finish the book of Job. God continues to speak to Job. Job acknowledges that he does not fully understand the wisdom of God. Job retracts his case. God has words for Job’s friends. And Job is restored. Have a listen. Show Notes:
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| 2 Kings 2:1-22 (Episode 322) | 21 Jun 2022 | 00:40:05 | |
Elisha refuses to leave the side of Elijah. People tell Elisha that his mentor is going away, and Elisha says he knows this. Elijah is taken by God in a whirlwind and a chariot of fire. And Elisha ends up with the cloak of the prophet of fire. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen!
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| 2 Kings 1:1-18 (Episode 321) | 15 Jun 2022 | 00:42:12 | |
Chad and Daniel begin 2 Kings in this episode. King Ahaziah has an accident and is worried that he may not recover so he sends messengers to inquire of false gods. God sends Elijah to tell him that he will not recover resulting in the King trying to hunt down the Prophet at the expense of 102 lives. Have a listen! | |||
| 1 Kings 21:16-22:53 (Episode 320) | 08 Jun 2022 | 00:44:02 | |
Chad and Daniel wrap up 1 Kings in this episode. God is not pleased with Ahab acquiring Naboth’s vineyard and sends Elijah to give him a hard word. Ahab asks false prophets if he should go to war. There is a lying spirit in certain mouths and a stray arrow in the gap of Ahab’s armor. Have a listen! | |||
| 1 Kings 20:35-21:16 (Episode 319) | 31 May 2022 | 00:43:16 | |
A son of a prophet needs to get hit in the face to make a parable convincing and if you’re unwilling to strike him, a lion may strike you. Ahab wants a man’s vineyard, but he refuses to sell it to him, so the king goes home sad. But Jezebel knows how to get what she wants and it will be bloody. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! | |||
| 1 Kings 20:1-34 (Episode 318) | 26 May 2022 | 00:41:12 | |
The king of Syria tells Ahab he is taking over. At first Ahab backs down but then decides he will fight. A prophet tells Ahab how he is going to win the battle. And Ahab makes a common mistake keeping the enemy king alive. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! | |||
| 1 Kings 19:9-21 (Episode 317) | 18 May 2022 | 00:40:53 | |
God meets with Elijah and the Prophet tells Him exactly how he feels about what is going on. God is not found in the fire or the earthquake, but in a low whisper. Elijah has work to do and that work starts with calling Elisha to be his assistant and student. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! | |||
| 1 Kings 18:40-19:8 (Episode 316) | 10 May 2022 | 00:40:08 | |
Elijah slaughters the prophets of Baal and tells Ahab that rain is coming. Jezebel is not pleased about what happened at Mount Carmel and tells Elijah his days are numbers. Elijah is on the run again and at his lowest moment God shows up. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! | |||
| 1 Kings 18:1-39 (Episode 315) | 04 May 2022 | 00:41:57 | |
Obadiah is hiding prophets and isn’t excited when Elijah wants him to give the king a message. Elijah goes to theological war with the prophets of Baal. Elijah mocks false gods while God consumes a victory. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! | |||
| 1 Kings 17:1-24 (Episode 314) | 26 Apr 2022 | 00:43:01 | |
Elijah is hunted but cared for by God by ravens. He is then sent to live with a widow and her son who are on the brink of starvation. God miraculously provides for the three of them day by day. And for the first time in scripture, we see someone raised from the dead. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! | |||
| 1 Kings 16:5-17:1 (Episode 313) | 19 Apr 2022 | 00:42:03 | |
Kings come and go. Some reign for a while and some for only a few days. Some are murdered. And some do the murdering. But idolatry remains through it all. But God is about to speak through a prophet named Elijah. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! | |||
| Job 38:39-40:5 (Episode 418) | 29 May 2024 | 00:41:33 | |
God continues to speak to Job. What does Job know about all the animals God has created? From the ostrich to the war horse God knows them all. And Job has little to say in response. Have a listen. Show Notes:
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| 1 Kings 15:11-16:4 (Episode 312) | 13 Apr 2022 | 00:41:17 | |
King Asa reduces idolatry but cannot avoid war with Israel. But Asa convinces the king of Syria to side with him. Future rulers of Israel and Judah are not nearly as opposed to idolatry as Asa and God is not pleased. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen!
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| 1 Kings 14:18-15:10 (Episode 311) | 06 Apr 2022 | 00:40:31 | |
We say goodbye (good riddance) to Jeroboam, but his son isn’t going to be any better. The king of Egypt flexes his power over Judah. And there was only one time when David acted as an idolator does. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! | |||
| 1 Kings 14:1-18 (Episode 310) | 28 Mar 2022 | 00:40:41 | |
Jeroboam’s son falls ill so he sends his wife to Ahijah the prophet to see if he can receive a good word from him. But it’s all bad news from the prophet. And repentance can change history. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! | |||
| 1 Kings 13:1-34 (Episode 309) | 22 Mar 2022 | 00:41:32 | |
A man of God from Judah travels to Jeroboam. The prophet’s words are not received but a dried-up hand stops Jeroboam from seizing him. A separate prophet lies to get the man of God to eat and drink with him. And a donkey and a lion are waiting on the road home. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! | |||
| 1 Kings 12:12-33 (Episode 308) | 14 Mar 2022 | 00:40:58 | |
Rehoboam takes bad advice and delivers a hard word to the people. Israel rejects him and makes Jeroboam king. But Jeroboam does the unthinkable as he tries to hang on to power. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! | |||
| 1 Kings 11:34-12:11 (Episode 307) | 07 Mar 2022 | 00:39:57 | |
Solomon chooses to try to kill Jeroboam instead of repenting. Jeroboam flees to Egypt. Solomon dies and his son is crowned king. But Rehoboam isn’t his father and certainly isn’t his grandfather. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! | |||
| 1 Kings 11:9-33 (Episode 306) | 01 Mar 2022 | 00:41:52 | |
God addresses the idolatry that Solomon has allowed into Israel, and He is not pleased. God raises adversaries against Solomon but promises the kingdom won’t completely fall in Solomon’s life. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! | |||
| 1 Kings 10:11-11:8 (Episode 305) | 21 Feb 2022 | 00:41:01 | |
Solomon gives the Queen of Sheba anything she desires. His wealth is beyond comprehension. He takes hundreds of wives and concubines. And as is always the case, idolatry threatens to ruin everything. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! | |||
| 1 Kings 9:24-10:10 (Episode 304) | 16 Feb 2022 | 00:40:29 | |
Solomon’s Egyptian wife lives in her own house. The queen of Sheba hears about the wisdom and glory of Solomon and travels to see if the rumors are true… and they are. Everyone is blessed and happy for the time being. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! | |||
| 1 Kings 9:6-23 (Episode 303) | 08 Feb 2022 | 00:39:47 | |
God warns Solomon that if Israel worships other gods, they will become a cautionary tale. Despite this warning, God’s promises remain true. And Solomon gives King Hiram 20 “cities” he doesn’t want. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! | |||
| Job 38:1-38 (Episode 417) | 23 May 2024 | 00:42:12 | |
God finally breaks His silence and speaks from the whirlwind. Job is told to dress for action as God begins to ask him a series of questions about creation and the sovereignty of God. Have a listen. Show Notes:
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| 1 Kings 8:54-9:5 (Episode 302) | 31 Jan 2022 | 00:40:50 | |
Solomon gives a benediction to close the dedication of the temple followed by a ton of sacrifices. Rest is what the people want but can never seem to find. And God appears to Solomon again and makes some if/then statements. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! | |||
| 1 Kings 8:28-53 (Episode 301) | 24 Jan 2022 | 00:40:31 | |
Solomon continues his prayer of dedication for the temple. Forgiveness is going to be needed in all things. Word of the wonders of God will spread. And why we should ask God to be who He has always been. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! | |||
| 1 Kings 8:1-27 (Episode 300) | 18 Jan 2022 | 00:40:53 | |
Solomon gathers the elders and brings the Ark into the temple. The temple is great but not where God will finally dwell. Solomon gives a halfway decent speech but a really good prayer. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! | |||
| 1 Kings 7:13-51 (Episode 299) | 11 Jan 2022 | 00:40:07 | |
Solomon finishes decorates and furnishes the outside and inside of the temple. Water and bronze are everywhere. And the Gentiles being brought in is symbolized at the house of God. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! | |||
| 1 Kings 6:2-7:12 (Episode 298) | 03 Jan 2022 | 00:39:30 | |
Solomon builds the temple. No iron tool was brought on site. Cherubim are freakier than you think. God is more interested in faithful worship than where He lives. And the temple pales in comparison to Solomon’s house. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! | |||
| 1 Kings 5:1-6:1 (Episode 297) | 28 Dec 2021 | 00:39:51 | |
Solomon prepares to build the temple. The king of Tyre was a friend of David and wants to be a friend to Solomon. A deal is struck involving cedar trees, food and olive oil as a massive workforce is assembled. And the exodus is nearing its conclusion. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! | |||
| Christmas is Scandalous | 21 Dec 2021 | 00:36:19 | |
Chad, Daniel and Erick are joined by the hosts of Theocast (Jon Moffitt & Justin Perdue) to discuss why Christmas is scandalous. We hope you enjoy this special episode. Merry Christmas! | |||
| 1 Kings 4:1-34 (Episode 296) | 15 Dec 2021 | 00:40:23 | |
We meet the men in Solomon’s royal cabinet and his twelve officers. The fame of his wealth and wisdom is starting to spread, but all the horses could be a problem. And Solomon is really into plants and animals. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! | |||
| 1 Kings 3:4-28 (Episode 295) | 07 Dec 2021 | 00:41:07 | |
God asks Solomon what he wants from Him and after boasting about his father Solomon asks for wisdom. Sin is really put away when someone repents. And two prostitutes put Solomon’s wisdom to the test. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! | |||
| 1 Kings 2:36-3:3 (Episode 294) | 29 Nov 2021 | 00:43:06 | |
Solomon places restrictions on where Shimei can travel which ends badly for David’s old foe. Solomon makes a marriage alliance with the Pharaoh. And the new king has the order he should build things backward. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! | |||
| Live From HWSS NWA (Episode 416) | 15 May 2024 | 00:39:35 | |
Erick Sorensen joins Chad and Daniel to discuss Isaiah 42 in a live recording from the Here We Still Stand Regional Conference in Bentonville, Arkansas. Have a listen. Show Notes:
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| 1 Kings 2:13-35 (Episode 293) | 22 Nov 2021 | 00:41:30 | |
Adonijah makes a foolish request that costs him his life. Solomon expels Abiathar the priest. And Chad and Daniel say goodbye to Joab. Have a listen! | |||
| 1 Kings 2:1-12 (Episode 292) | 15 Nov 2021 | 00:39:30 | |
Chad and Daniel say goodbye to David in this episode. Before his death, David tells Solomon to remain faithful to God but also gives him a hit list. David is a complicated figure and goes down as the best king Israel ever had. Have a listen! | |||
| 1 Kings 1:28-53 (Episode 291) | 11 Nov 2021 | 00:42:32 | |
David makes Solomon king and the city shakes as the new king rides on David’s mule and sits on his throne. Joab senses a storm is coming. And Adonijah fears for his life and clings to horns on the altar. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! | |||