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In this episode, we dive into 1 Kings 3–4 and discover how Solomon’s wisdom can inspire our own lives today. Join us as we uncover lessons from the wisest king in the Bible that still matter for us today.

Themes of this podcast:

Ask God for the right things. Just as Solomon asked for wisdom, we can intentionally pray for what truly matters: discernment, guidance, and the ability to lead and make good decisions in our own lives.

Wisdom builds peace and trust. Solomon’s wisdom brought order, security, and prosperity to Israel. Today, applying godly wisdom in our work, family, and community can create stability, trust, and peace around us.

Curiosity and joy in learning God’s World. Solomon’s love for learning about God’s creation, from nature to poetry, shows that wisdom isn’t just practical, it’s joyful. We can pursue understanding with wonder, letting it deepen our relationship with God and enrich everyday life.

Show Notes

• Blog
• The Path to Good or Evil
• David's Census
• The Tribal Allotments of Israel
• Jerusalem in the Time of David and Solomon
• David's Wars of Conquest
• The Old Testament Books
• The New Testament Books
• Bible Timeline

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Join us as we explore King David's final words to his son Solomon. His deathbed counsel reveals wisdom that transcends generations. In this episode, we unpack how one man's imperfect but faithful journey created a legacy that continues to point others toward God.

Themes of this podcast:

Love and obedience go hand in hand. David's core message to Solomon was that genuine love for God naturally leads to obedience to His commands. This isn't about rigid rule-following, but about a heart transformation that makes following God's ways a natural response to His love. 

Deal with your unfinished business. David's story shows the heavy cost of avoiding difficult decisions and leaving justice undone. His failure to address Joab's murders and other issues ultimately became Solomon's burden. Unresolved problems don't disappear. They compound and often affect the people we care about most.

Faithfulness leaves a lasting legacy. David’s imperfect but wholehearted pursuit of God became the standard for Israel’s kings. Our daily choices can shape a legacy that points others to God long after we’re gone.

Show Notes

• Blog
• The Path to Good or Evil
• David's Census
• The Tribal Allotments of Israel
• Jerusalem in the Time of David and Solomon
• David's Wars of Conquest
• The Old Testament Books
• The New Testament Books
• Bible Timeline

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We ended the last episode with the information from 2 Samuel chapter 11, “that the thing David had done displeased the Lord.”  Nothing is hidden from God’s sight. And he loves David too much to let him go any further in his sin.

In 2 Samuel 12, it is God’s turn to send. God sends Nathan. God sends a message. And God sends a consequence.

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Show Notes

• Blog
• Savagemarriageministry
• The Path to Good or Evil
• The Tribal Allotments of Israel
• Jerusalem in the Time of David and Solomon
• David's Wars of Conquest
• The Old Testament Books
• The New Testament Books
• Bible Timeline

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In this episode, we cover Numbers 9 and 10! After the Aaronic blessing and the tribal parade of gifts to God in gratitude, the nation of Israel is going to experience its second Passover. The cloud is mentioned again and God is giving the very clear instructions regarding setting up or camping based on the guidance of the cloud's movements.
 
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Show Notes

• Blog
• Moses Timeline
• Route of Exodus
• Marching Diagram by Jan Luyken (Rijksmuseum)
• Path to Good or Evil

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In this episode, we cover Numbers 7-8. In Numbers 6, Israel received God's blessing. Within these following chapters, the people are going to respond to God's blessing with a dedication of gifts to God in gratitude. It is going to be a parade of tribes presenting their gifts in order.
 
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Show Notes

• Blog
• Patriarchal Lineage: 12 Sons + 12 Tribes of Israel

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In this episode, we cover Numbers 5-6. These next two chapters provide some final words on issues of impurity that could distract the Israelites from the fight ahead and disturb the camp purity.
 
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Show Notes

• Blog
• Fidelity: To abide, to belong by Washington Institute

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Welcome back to Bible Book Club for Season 4!

In this episode, we cover Numbers 3-4. God is going to command the Levites and give the detail of another layer of protection around the tabernacle, between the tabernacle and the other tribes.
 
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Show Notes

• Blog
• The Tabernacle
• Camp Diagram by Jan Luyken (Rijksmuseum)
• Marching Diagram by Jan Luyken (Rijksmuseum)

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Welcome back to Bible Book Club for Season 4!

In this episode, we cover the book of Numbers overview as well as Numbers 1-2. As Susan and Heather will explain, the book of Numbers is not so much about math but about the story of how God faithfully led Israel through the wilderness despite their rebellion.

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Show Notes

• Blog
• Moses Timeline
• Patriarchal Lineage: 12 Sons and 12 Tribes of Israel
• The Tanakh Books
• The Old Testament Books
• Camp Diagram by Jan Luyken (Rijksmuseum)
• Marching Diagram by Jan Luyken (Rijksmuseum)

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Season 4--The Book of Numbers--starts October 3rd!

We continue on with the story of Moses in the book of Numbers. Join Susan and Heather as we see God's promise unfold with the nation of the Israel.


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Leviticus 26-27 is the ending of the law school that is Leviticus. While an ending to a book, these chapters are also a transition in the middle of Moses' journey to get the Israelites to the Promised Land. Follow along as Susan and Heather help us graduate law school.

That's a wrap for season three. Make sure to take a peek at the show notes below for Hayley's recap!

Show Notes

• Blog
• Leviticus Outline

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