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| Nehemiah 5-6: 4 Types of Opposition that Will Kill Your Credibility | 17 Nov 2025 | 00:26:26 | |
Ever feel like just when you're making progress everything falls apart? In this episode of the Bible Book Club Podcast, we unpack Nehemiah chapters 5 and 6 to discover how to battle opposition with integrity and discernment. You'll learn how Nehemiah confronted internal conflict leading by example through personal sacrifice. We'll also explore the enemy's primary tactics—temptation, lies, and personal attacks—and how Nehemiah used God's Word as his filter to recognize spiritual traps and stay focused on his calling. Episode Highlights:
Whether you're facing ridicule, threats, or attacks on your credibility, this episode offers biblical wisdom from Nehemiah for overcoming opposition without losing heart. Discover how knowing God's Word gives you the discernment to stay focused on what matters most. Show Notes: Social: Instagram or Facebook | |||
| Nehemiah 4: There Was, Is, and Always Will Be Opposition | 10 Nov 2025 | 00:21:55 | |
When ridicule threatens to stop your work for God, how do you keep building? In this episode, we dive deep into Nehemiah 4, where opposition escalates from mockery to military threats, yet the wall keeps rising. We'll explore how Nehemiah's leadership demonstrates the biblical pattern of "pray as if it depends on God, prepare as if it depends on you." Key lessons in this episode:
Opposition is inevitable when you're doing Kingdom work, but Nehemiah 4 gives us a masterclass in victory through prayer, preparation, and persistent faith. Whether you're facing mockery for your beliefs, threats to your calling, or discouragement in your spiritual journey, this chapter offers practical wisdom for building through adversity. Show Notes: Social: Instagram or Facebook | |||
| 2 Chronicles 35-36: From Exile to Hope | 08 Sep 2025 | 00:35:58 | |
From spiritual forgetfulness to dangerous blind spots, the ancient stories about King Josiah and the fall of Judah in 2 Chronicles 35-36 transcend time and reveal timeless patterns of human nature and God's persistent love. They inspired and taught the returning exiles, and they speak directly to challenges we face today. Themes of this podcast: The power of remembering our redemption. During difficult seasons of life, it’s easy to forget our past victories and God's faithfulness. But just as Josiah organized the greatest Passover in 400 years to help people remember their freedom from Egypt, we need regular practices that remind us of what God has done in our lives. Wake up to where you're headed. God was trying to visibly wake the people up as they watched their kings carried off to captivity. We all experience lapses in faith when we are blind to our own sin. And God calls to us...wake up, wake up! What are you doing? Look at where you are headed! This challenges us to honestly assess the trajectory of our choices and listen when God is warning us through circumstances, wise counsel, or His Word. Responding to God's invitation to "go up." Just as Cyrus invites the exiles to "go up" out of slavery to Jerusalem and rebuild the Temple, Christ's invitation to us is to "go up" out of spiritual darkness and slavery to sin. Both required a choice to say "yes" to God's call. God is constantly inviting us into a deeper relationship with Him, into freedom from whatever enslaves us, and into becoming who He created us to be. The question remains: Will we respond with our "yes"? Show notes: Social: Instagram or Facebook | |||
| Ruth 4: Advent Bonus - Joy | 22 Dec 2023 | 00:14:43 | |
Welcome to the Ruth Advent series! We hope this amazing story will make Advent come alive for you in a new way. We recommend you play Ruth Episode 4 first to listen to the chapter and discussion before listening to this Advent Bonus episode. Social: Instagram or Facebook | |||
| Ruth 4: The Seed is Planted | 18 Dec 2023 | 00:27:00 | |
In the Book of Ruth chapter 4, we will come to the climactic end of our story. We began the Book of Ruth with a story of famine and death. We will end the book of Ruth with a story of provision and birth. The book of Ruth is, above all else, a story of redemption. God is in the business of redeeming what was lost. The Book of Ruth is creatively a Christmas Story because the solution to the Israelite's problem, the need for a king, is announced at the end of the Book of Ruth. So, for season 8, the 4 episodes of Ruth will each have a bonus Advent episode that drops on Fridays. There is much meaning to the song O Little Town of Bethlehem and it starts here in the Book of Ruth! Social: Instagram or Facebook | |||
| Ruth 3: Advent Bonus - Faith | 15 Dec 2023 | 00:13:14 | |
Welcome to the Ruth Advent series! We hope that this amazing story will make Advent come alive for you in a new way. We recommend you play Ruth 3 Episode 3 first to listen to the chapter and discussion before listening to this Advent Bonus episode. Social: Instagram or Facebook | |||
| Ruth 3: What Happens on the Floor, Stays on the Floor | 11 Dec 2023 | 00:35:54 | |
In chapter 3 of the Book of Ruth, Naomi plays matchmaker with a crazy plan to get Boaz’s attention.
The Book of Ruth is creatively a Christmas Story because the solution to the Israelite's problem, the need for a king, is announced at the end of the Book of Ruth. So, for season 8, the 4 episodes of Ruth will each have a bonus Advent episode that drops on Fridays. There is much meaning to the song O Little Town of Bethlehem and it starts here in the Book of Ruth! Thank you for being a part of the club. Social: Instagram or Facebook | |||
| Ruth 2: Advent Bonus - Love | 08 Dec 2023 | 00:12:08 | |
Welcome to the Ruth Advent series! We hope that this amazing story will make Advent come alive for you in a new way. We recommend you play Ruth 2 Episode 2 first to listen to the chapter and discussion before listening to this Advent Bonus episode. Social: Instagram or Facebook | |||
| Ruth 2: Ruth Steps Out & Boaz Steps Up | 04 Dec 2023 | 00:29:21 | |
In chapter 2 of the Book of Ruth, Ruth meets Boaz. The chapter is loaded with five scenes–all conversations between the three main characters, Naomi, Ruth, and Boaz. Naomi and Ruth are settled in Bethlehem, but their situation is not good. They need to provide for themselves, but Naomi seems unable to help. Ruth must take matters into her own hands despite the fact that she is the unwelcome Moabite in the little Israelite town of Bethlehem. Ruth steps out in faith and providentially lands in Boaz's field, where Ruth meets Boaz for the first time. Boaz steps up and provides for Ruth and Naomi. Conversations happen, and Boaz is intrigued. Ruth is very different from him. He is rich, she is poor. He is a native, she is a foreigner. He is older, she is younger. Yet despite their differences, Boaz sees something more important in Ruth. He sees a genuine faith in God. It attracts his attention, and suddenly, we are in a tale as old as time, with a few twists!
The Book of Ruth is creatively a Christmas Story because the solution to the Israelite's problem, the need for a king, is announced at the end of the Book of Ruth. So, for season 8, the 4 episodes of Ruth will each have a bonus Advent episode that drops on Fridays. There is much meaning to the song O Little Town of Bethlehem and it starts here in the Book of Ruth! Thank you for being a part of the club. Social: Instagram or Facebook | |||
| Ruth 1: Advent Bonus - Hope | 01 Dec 2023 | 00:11:00 | |
Welcome to the Ruth Advent series! We hope that this amazing story will make Advent come alive for you in a new way. We recommend you play Ruth 1 Episode 1 first to listen to the chapter and discussion before listening to this Advent Bonus episode. Social: Instagram or Facebook | |||
| Ruth 1: Sweet Naomi's Bitter Return | 27 Nov 2023 | 00:29:12 | |
The story in Ruth begins with Naomi and her family relocating to Moab from Bethlehem due to a famine in Israel, which is ironic given that Bethlehem means "house of bread." Naomi's husband, Elimelek, meaning "my God is king," reflects a connection to the final verse of Judges, stating that in those days, Israel had no king. The narrative unfolds in Bethlehem, where Naomi's bitterness lingers. Despite being embraced by God and Israel, Ruth remains identified as "Ruth the Moabite," highlighting her foreign status. The story sets the stage for God's providential intervention in the lives of Naomi and Ruth. The Book of Ruth is creatively a Christmas Story because the solution to the Israelite's problem, the need for a king, is announced at the end of the Book of Ruth. So, for season 8, the 4 episodes of Ruth will each have a bonus Advent episode. There is much meaning to the song O Little Town of Bethlehem and it starts here in the Book of Ruth! Thank you for being a part of the club. Social: Instagram or Facebook | |||
| Judges 20-21: When Everyone Did as They Saw Fit | 20 Nov 2023 | 00:29:48 | |
In Judges 19-21, we witness a series of horrifying events that epitomize the moral decay in Israel during those dark days. The story unfolds as a street-level view of a nation where everyone does as they see fit. The Levite, who had shown a complete lack of compassion for his concubine, takes a gruesome turn. Upon returning home, he cuts her into twelve pieces and sends them throughout Israel, provoking outrage and a call for action. The Israelites' initial shock and motivation to address the atrocity led to three battles and devastating losses. They eventually secure victory over the tribe of Benjamin, but the cost is incredibly high. In a devastating conflict, Israel turns against its own in a brutal battle. The horrifying death toll reveals the depths to which the nation has fallen. With the tribe of Benjamin at risk of extinction, the Israelites devise a disturbing plan to provide wives for the remaining bachelors, including killing the inhabitants of Jabesh Gilead. The story concludes with a deep sense of moral decay and a reminder of the Israelites' broken relationship with God and one another.
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| Judges 17-19: The Dark Days of Israel | 13 Nov 2023 | 00:29:27 | |
In Chapters 17-19 of the Book of Judges, we delve into the grim realities of a time when Israel had lost its moral compass. These chapters offer a street-level perspective on the chaotic lives of the people, each person living as they saw fit. We begin with the story of Micah, a man who attempted to manipulate God's favor through a lost Levite. However, the Levite's stay was short-lived, and he eventually departed, leading to further loss and confusion. The tribe of Dan, equally lost, had also lost their land and seemed to have lost their connection to God. As the narrative unfolds, we encounter another Levite who makes a horrifying decision. In a desperate attempt to save himself from a gang of rapists, he sacrifices his concubine, a deeply disturbing act that reveals the depths of moral decay and depravity that had engulfed the land during these dark days of Israel.
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| 2 Chronicles 32–34: Manasseh Repents and Josiah Reads the Word | 01 Sep 2025 | 00:34:26 | |
We meet three very different kings in this episode of 2 Chronicles 32–34. One who trusts God in crisis, one who repents after deep rebellion, and another who is transformed by God’s Word. God alone saves. When human strength fails, God proves He alone can save. Hezekiah’s story reminds us that prayer, faith, and godly counsel will triumph over any fear or threat. No one is too far gone. Manasseh’s dramatic turnaround reveals that no sin is too great for God’s mercy. True repentance can bring restoration, no matter how far we’ve fallen. God’s Word sparks revival. Josiah’s response to hearing the Book of the Law shows the power of Scripture to convict, guide, and spark personal and national revival. Show Notes: Social: Instagram or Facebook | |||
| Judges 15-16: Samson's Cycle of Retaliation and Revenge | 06 Nov 2023 | 00:29:10 | |
In this gripping episode, we dive into the intense narrative of Judges Chapters 15 and 16, which chronicles the relentless conflict between Samson and the Philistines. This cycle of revenge and retaliation begins with a shocking betrayal by Samson's new father-in-law, who gives his wife to a Philistine groomsman, inciting Samson's fiery response of burning the Philistine crops. The situation escalates as the Philistines respond with a horrifying act, burning Samson's new wife and father-in-law to death. Samson's vengeance is swift and brutal, leading to further bloodshed. The Philistines, determined to capture Samson, resort to threats against the tribe of Judah for his capture. Amid these tumultuous events, we witness Samson's incredible feat of single-handedly defeating a thousand Philistines using nothing but a donkey's jawbone. The tension rises as the Philistines plot to ensnare Samson through the cunning Delilah, leading to his ultimate betrayal and capture.
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| Judges 13-14: Samson's Obsession with Self-Gratification | 30 Oct 2023 | 00:29:33 | |
In this episode, we journey through Judges 13-14 exploring the brief mention of the last three minor judges: Ibzan, Elon, and Abdon. Their stories set the stage marked by the ominous phrase, "again, the Israelites did evil in the eyes of the Lord,” giving way to our meeting of the final judge, Samson; the most famous, and arguably worst, judge of all. The Angel of the Lord heralds his birth with great promise, raising our expectations for his role in saving Israel. However, right from the start, Samson's insatiable attraction to women, a mark of his greater character flaw, self-gratification, takes center stage. Instead of focusing on his divine mission, he impulsively marries a Philistine woman, much to his parents' dismay. The narrative unfolds as Samson insists on his own desires, resulting in a dead lion, a contentious wedding, 30 Philistine groomsmen, and mounting tensions with the Philistines, in this enthralling episode.
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| Judges 10-12: Jephthah the Outcast Judge | 23 Oct 2023 | 00:29:52 | |
In this podcast episode, we witness the Israelites caught in a familiar cycle of wrongdoing and crying out to God for help. Surprisingly, they appoint Jephthah, an outcast, as their leader. Jephthah's tale takes a sorrowful turn when, lacking knowledge of the covenantal history between God and the Israelites, he makes a rash vow to God. He promises to sacrifice the first living being to greet him upon his return if granted victory over the Ammonites. Tragically, it is his own daughter who emerges after their triumph, and Jephthah feels compelled to fulfill his vow.
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| Judges 8-10: Abimelek’s Ascent: The Son Who Killed to be King | 16 Oct 2023 | 00:28:24 | |
In this episode, we meet Gideon's illegitimate son, Abimelek. Abimelek's rise to power is full of violence toward strangers and family alike. God avenged the death of Gideon's sons by stirring up dissension between Abimelech and the people. Abimelech killed the people of Shechem, but was himself killed by a stone thrown by a woman. The chapter then concludes with two short descriptions of the minor judges Tola and Jair. Thank you for being a part of the club.
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| Judges 6-8:Gideon’s Fleeces and Flaws | 09 Oct 2023 | 00:33:14 | |
Chapter 6-8 of Judges describes the story of Gideon, a deeply flawed judge who really wanted to be king. Despite his flaws, Gideon was also a man of great faith who was used by God to deliver the Israelites from the Midianites. Gideon's faith was put to the test when God called him to lead the Israelites to victory. Gideon was initially reluctant and asked for signs from God to confirm His calling. God gave Gideon two signs, which helped to build Gideon's faith. God then tested Gideon's trust in Him by eliminating the fearful men and the men who drank on their knees from Gideon's army. This left Gideon with only 300 men, but these men were all brave and trusted God. Gideon still needed more assurance, so God gave him a dream about a loaf of barley bread that rolled into the Midianite camp and destroyed a tent. This dream symbolized Gideon's victory over the Midianites. Gideon led his 300 men to victory over the Midianites, but he was not without his flaws. In a fit of rage and revenge, he tortured the men of Sukkoth and killed the men of Peniel. He also asked for a tribute of gold from the people and used it to make an ephod, which led the Israelites back into idolatry. Despite his flaws, Gideon was a man of great faith who was used by God to deliver the Israelites from the Midianites. His story teaches us that God can use anyone, no matter how flawed, to accomplish His purposes.
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| Judges 6: Gideon the Weak Warrior | 02 Oct 2023 | 00:29:14 | |
In this episode, the next 3 major judges have longer stories and more character flaws that worsen with each story and each cycle of sin. Thank you for being a part of the club. Take a peek at the show notes below for Hayley's recap!
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| Judges 4-5: Deborah and Jael, and the Pickle in the Middle | 25 Sep 2023 | 00:33:55 | |
In this episode, we dive into Deborah's story. Deborah has quite the story of victory and even has a song penned after her.
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| Judges 3-4: Othniel the Gold Standard and Ehud the Left-Handed Assassin | 18 Sep 2023 | 00:33:13 | |
Instead of discussing the spiritual or military introductions of the judges like in previous episodes, we are going to go into each Judge and their story. We start with Othniel. Social: Instagram or Facebook | |||
| Judges 2: Israel Falls + the Angel Takes a Trip | 11 Sep 2023 | 00:27:18 | |
In this episode, we see the introduction focusing on Israel's faith. It's a summary that described the people's spiritual spiral downward. Social: Instagram or Facebook | |||
| Judges Overview + 1: The Israelites: Sometimes Faithful, Often Flawed | 04 Sep 2023 | 00:31:41 | |
Welcome to Season 7! In this book, the nation of Israel has lost its leader, Joshua, and instead, transitions to a time of Judges. Social: Instagram or Facebook | |||
| 2 Chronicles 29-31: Hezekiah Leads Judah into a Right Relationship with God | 25 Aug 2025 | 00:32:39 | |
In 2 Chronicles 29–31, Hezekiah’s passion for God leads to a revival that starts in the Temple and ripples out to the entire nation. His story invites us to reflect on how we can pursue purity, lead faithfully, and extend God’s invitation to others. Themes of this podcast: Revival can begin with pursuing personal purity. Hezekiah starts by cleansing the Temple, reminding us that, as God’s dwelling place, we must examine and purify our own hearts, habits, and priorities. Faithful leadership creates a ripple effect. One person’s commitment to what’s right in God’s eyes can spark revival and restoration in their sphere of impact, whether that's family, workplace, or community. God’s invitation is for everyone. Hezekiah invites all of Israel, north and south, into worship, showing God’s heart to restore anyone willing to return. Our job is to extend that same invitation today. Show notes: Social: Instagram or Facebook | |||
| Joshua 24: Joshua’s Challenge to Choose | 28 Aug 2023 | 00:32:37 | |
This episode covers Joshua 24! In this passage, we hear the final words from our leader, Joshua. Social: Instagram or Facebook | |||
| Joshua 22-23: The Return of Phinehas, the Killer Priest | 21 Aug 2023 | 00:31:14 | |
This episode covers Joshua 22, and 23! In this episode, we see the East-West or Trans-Cis Jordan tribe controversy begin. Social: Instagram or Facebook | |||
| Joshua 20-22:They got the Promised Land, We Get the Promised Kingdom | 14 Aug 2023 | 00:26:44 | |
This episode covers Joshua 20, 21, and 22! With the land allocated to the tribes, there are just two land provisions left to make: for those accused of murder, and for the Levites. Social: Instagram or Facebook | |||
| Joshua 18-19: Joshua: A First In, Last Out Leader | 07 Aug 2023 | 00:29:21 | |
This episode covers Joshua 18 and 19! In this episode, Joshua is busy taking full control of the land, deciding where to put the Tabernacle, and finalizing the tribal allotments. Social: Instagram or Facebook | |||
| Joshua 15-17: You Get What You Get + You Don’t Get Upset! | 31 Jul 2023 | 00:26:05 | |
This episode covers Joshua 15, 16, and 17! This episode covers the allotments for the rest of the tribe of Judah. Social: Instagram or Facebook | |||
| Joshua 12-14: Caleb: Committed + Courageous | 24 Jul 2023 | 00:27:10 | |
This episode covers Joshua 12, 13, and 14! The Israelites/Joshua/God provides a complete list of the kings, territories, and peoples who were defeated during the time of Joshua. Social: Instagram or Facebook | |||
| Joshua 10-11: That Time the Sun Stood Still | 17 Jul 2023 | 00:35:29 | |
This episode covers Joshua 10 and 11! Joshua keeps going in the herem war against the Canaanites, while the Canaanites fight to survive by seeking alliances. Social: Instagram or Facebook | |||
| Joshua 8-9: The Gibeonite Trick + Treaty | 10 Jul 2023 | 00:27:44 | |
This episode covers Joshua 8 and 9! After a crushing defeat, God encourages Joshua with the promise of victory. This is the story of the Conquest of Ai. Social: Instagram or Facebook | |||
| Joshua 6-7: Rahab Lands in the Line of Christ | 03 Jul 2023 | 00:30:05 | |
In this episode, we explore the remarkable contrast between Rahab, a Canaanite prostitute who becomes a hero of faith and ancestor of Jesus, and Achan, an Israelite from the tribe of Judah who loses everything through one hidden sin. Their parallel stories in Joshua 6-7 show us how faith with action leads to redemption while secret compromise leads to destruction. Themes of this podcast: Your background doesn't determine your destiny. Rahab had every reason to stay stuck: wrong nationality, shameful profession, living on the margins. Yet she chose faith over fear and it transformed her entire family's future. Whatever limitations you think define you today, God specializes in writing redemption stories that defy expectations. Hidden sins have public consequences. Achan thought he could hide his theft, but his secret sin affected his entire community and cost 36 men their lives. That "harmless" habit or private compromise you're rationalizing, it's impacting more than just you. True freedom comes when we bring our struggles into the light before they bring us down. Faith requires action. Rahab didn't just believe in God intellectually. She put her life on the line by hiding the spies and defying her king. In the end, her entire family benefited from her faith in action. Every day brings a new chance for us to put our faith into action. When we do, it can have a positive impact on our family for generations. Show Notes Social: Instagram or Facebook | |||
| Joshua 5-6: The People and Conquest of Canaan | 26 Jun 2023 | 00:26:43 | |
The fall of Jericho in Joshua 5-6 is one of the Bible's most dramatic, puzzling stories. In this episode, we'll explore this conquest and uncover timeless lessons that directly apply to our life today. Themes of this podcast: Obedience requires patient trust in God's timing and methods. The Israelites had to march around Jericho for seven days in what seemed like a bizarre, ineffective military strategy that didn't make logical sense. Yet they followed God's instructions precisely. In our lives, we often face situations where God's direction doesn't align with conventional wisdom. Can we trust the process and move forward in faith even when we don't have all the answers? God's victories often serve a greater witness than we realize. Was God's elaborate, seven-day plan actually a strategic move to allow more time for witnesses to gather and see His power firsthand? When we face challenges in our own lives, our faithfulness through delays can be a powerful testimony to other people, even those we don't know are watching. Spiritual vigilance protects what matters most. The concept of herem seems harsh today, but it was ultimately about protecting Israel from Canaanite idolatry, which posed a threat to their relationship with God. Today, we need similar discernment about what influences we allow into our lives. This means being intentional about what we consume, who we spend time with, and what values we adopt. Show Notes Social: Instagram or Facebook | |||
| 2 Chronicles 24-28: The Missed Opportunity for Relational Restoration | 18 Aug 2025 | 00:32:46 | |
In 2 Chronicles 24–28 we see what happens when leaders choose to trust in people instead of God. Through it all, God remains faithful, offering opportunity after opportunity for repentance and reconciliation. Divine discipline is an invitation to restoration. God’s discipline isn’t just punishment, it’s a loving call to return to relationship with Him. Misplaced trust and pride lead to destruction. The kings repeatedly trust in people, power, and pride instead of God, and it always ends in failure. God never stops seeking restoration. Despite repeated rejection, God continually offers opportunities for repentance and reconciliation. Show notes: Social: Instagram or Facebook | |||
| Joshua 3-5: First Steps into the Promise | 19 Jun 2023 | 00:29:07 | |
The Jordan River crossing in Joshua 3-5 stands as one of Scripture's most powerful narratives about God's faithfulness and the courage required to embrace His promises. As the Israelites stand on the banks of a flooding river, they face not just a physical barrier but a profound spiritual moment that will define their future. This pivotal event reveals timeless truths about walking with God through life's transitions and uncertainties. Themes of this podcast: Faith through transition and new beginnings. The Jordan River crossing represents a pivotal moment of transition from wilderness wandering to promised fulfillment. The story is a great reminder God calls people to step out in faith even when the path forward is uncertain or frightening. God's promises endure even when one generation fails. We can see God's consistent faithfulness across generations with the memorial stones, the timing of the Passover celebration when they cross over exactly 40 years later, and the parallels between the Red Sea and Jordan River. Divine presence and preparation. God's holy presence, represented by the Ark of the Covenant, requires preparation and consecration from the people. Then God's power accomplishes what seems impossible, whether parting waters or transforming a nation of former slaves into a conquering army. Show notes: Social: Instagram or Facebook | |||
| Joshua 1-2: Rahab, Reconnaissance, Rescue, and Romance | 12 Jun 2023 | 00:34:36 | |
In this episode, Joshua rallies the troops to prepare for battle and Rahab saves the day. These ancient stories offer practical wisdom for navigating life's uncertainties and lessons in how to transform the way we approach our current circumstances. Three themes of this podcast: 1. Courage comes from God's presence, not circumstances. Just as God repeatedly told Joshua to "be strong and courageous" because "I will be with you wherever you go," we can face our giants knowing we're not alone. Your courage doesn't depend on feeling ready or having perfect conditions. It comes from trusting God is with you in the battle. 2. Your past doesn't disqualify you from your purpose. Rahab's story powerfully demonstrates that God specializes in people with messy backgrounds. She was a prostitute who became part of Jesus' lineage, and it's proof our past failures, poor choices, or current situation don't disqualify us from God's plan. If you've been letting shame or regret hold you back, Rahab's transformation shows faith and courage can completely rewrite your story. 3. Sometimes obedience requires breaking cultural rules Rahab's bold actions required defying conventional wisdom and cultural expectations. Rahab literally broke the law to protect God's people, showing that sometimes following God means going against the crowd. In your life, this might mean leaving a comfortable but unfulfilling job, setting boundaries with toxic relationships, or pursuing a calling that others don't understand. True obedience to God sometimes looks like rebellion to the world. Show Notes Social: Instagram or Facebook | |||
| Joshua: The Book and the Man | 05 Jun 2023 | 00:28:18 | |
In this episode, we look at Joshua in the Bible and the lessons his story offers us today. From courage in uncertainty to faithful obedience and God’s unshakable promises, Joshua’s life shows us how to walk with confidence and trust in God’s plan. Themes of this podcast: Courage in Uncertainty. Just as Joshua was called to be strong and courageous, we can trust God to give us courage when facing unknowns in our own lives. Faithful Obedience. Joshua’s success came from meditating on God’s Word and obeying it. We too can find direction and strength when we root ourselves daily in Scripture. God’s Promises Never Fail. The book of Joshua shows that God keeps His promises. Remembering His faithfulness helps us persevere when life feels overwhelming. Show Notes Social: Instagram or Facebook | |||
| Deuteronomy 34: Moses Makes a Mountaintop Exit | 29 May 2023 | 00:25:57 | |
This episode covers Deuteronomy 34--the last chapter of the Torah! It is time to say goodbye to Moses before moving on to Joshua. Social: Instagram or Facebook | |||
| Deuteronomy 32-33: Moses Blesses and Distresses the 13 Tribes | 22 May 2023 | 00:30:41 | |
This episode covers Deuteronomy 32 and 33! Before his final day, Moses speaks some blessings and curses over the tribes of Israel.
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| Deuteronomy 31-32: The Succession Story: Moses to Joshua | 15 May 2023 | 00:31:02 | |
This episode covers Deuteronomy 31 and 32! After Moses just completed his final sermon, these chapters bring us back to his life narrative. What more does Moses need to complete before he dies? Social: Instagram or Facebook | |||
| Deuteronomy 29-30: Seeing is Not Believing | 08 May 2023 | 00:38:35 | |
This episode covers Deuteronomy 29 and 30! These chapters dive us deeper into Moses' third sermon, "To Choose God." Social: Instagram or Facebook | |||
| Deuteronomy 27-28: In the Valley of Hope | 01 May 2023 | 00:33:54 | |
This episode covers Deuteronomy 27 and 28! These chapters transition us from Moses' Do It sermon to his 3rd sermon we lovingly titled "To Choose God."
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| Deuteronomy 24-26: Take Care + Make it Fair | 24 Apr 2023 | 00:30:02 | |
This episode covers Deuteronomy 24, 25, and 26! In this episode, the Just Do It sermon is ending as we cover the 9th and 10th commandments. Social: Instagram or Facebook | |||
| Deuteronomy 22-24: Adultery, Divorce, Rape, and Remarriage | 17 Apr 2023 | 00:29:38 | |
This episode covers Deuteronomy 22, 23, and 24! As the title implies, Moses covers many heavy topics in this portion of his "Just Do It" sermon. Social: Instagram or Facebook | |||
| 2 Chronicles 20-24: The Queen Who Almost Killed the Line of David | 11 Aug 2025 | 00:30:28 | |
What do you get when you mix royal marriages, palace drama, and one very wicked queen? In this episode, we follow the unraveling of a godly legacy as we wrap up chapter 20 and head into 2 Chronicles 21–24. One sinful alliance sets off a chain of destruction, but even in the chaos God’s promise to David stands firm. And through the quiet courage of two faithful people, the line of Christ is preserved. Themes of this podcast: Sinful alliances can derail Godly legacies. Jehoshaphat was a good king, but his alliance with Ahab opened the door for idolatry, violence, and spiritual decay in Judah. One unwise decision—marrying into a wicked family—allowed sin to unravel generations of godly influence. God preserves His promises, even through chaos. Despite betrayal, murder, and idolatry, God keeps His promises. His plans cannot be stopped even by the darkest evil. Ordinary faithfulness can change the course of history. Jehosheba and Jehoiada weren’t kings or warriors—they were a stepdaughter and a priest. But their courage, faith, and obedience became the turning point in Judah’s story. God uses faithful people in hidden places to do extraordinary things. Show notes: Social: Instagram or Facebook | |||
| Deuteronomy 19-22: God’s Rules for Respecting the Right to Life | 10 Apr 2023 | 00:30:44 | |
This episode covers Deuteronomy 19, 20, 21, and 22! In these chapters, we will learn that the consequences for many of the crimes in this civil order are serious, often involving capital punishment. Social: Instagram or Facebook | |||
| Deuteronomy 16-18: Moses + Stephen Versus Saul + the Sanhedrin | 03 Apr 2023 | 00:34:59 | |
This episode covers Deuteronomy 16, 17, and 18! In this episode, we are right in the middle of Moses' 2nd sermon. And Moses has decided to pontificate on one of his favorite subjects-the 10 Commandments. He will look at those laws with the Promised Land in mind. Social: Instagram or Facebook | |||
| Deuteronomy 14-16: You, Too, Are a Treasured Possession | 27 Mar 2023 | 00:34:07 | |
This episode covers Deuteronomy 14, 15, and 16! Moses goes from warning about rejecting Canaanite gods in the last chapter to rejecting Canaanite ways in this chapter. Social: Instagram or Facebook | |||