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In 2 Samuel 22, we are going to read David’s song and final words. Recall that 1 and 2 Samuel were really one long book. 1 Samuel begins with Hannah’s song, and 2 Samuel ends with David’s song. The two songs are bookends to the story of Samuel, Saul, and David. Hannah’s song celebrates what God has done, how he reverses situations, and looks forward to what He will do in the future. David’s song celebrates what God has done and how he powerfully saved him, looking back on the past. The point is that the two songs creatively bookend the whole story, Hannah’s looks forward with a prophecy of an anointed king and David’s looks back on the fulfillment of this prophecy.

The author uses the songs in another creative way. There is another song in the beginning of 2 Samuel which place is right in the middle of the other 2 songs. It is David’s song of lament for the death of Saul and Jonathan. If we string all three songs together: Hannah’s Song begins as a series of reversals.

• God brings death and life.
• He humbles and exalts
• He guards the faithful and silences the wicked

Then Hannah ends with a prophecy:

2:10 “He will give strength to his king and exalt the horn of his anointed.”

Hannah sings of a king to come, for there was no king at that time. Recall, the book of Judges ended with...

Judges 21:25 In those days Israel had no king; everyone did as they saw fit.

Everyone sinned because there was no king. Hannah has caught a vision of a time when God will reverse the situation, an anointed king will overcome the evil. Then we read David’s song of lament for Saul 2 Samuel 1. David sang about how the mighty have fallen...meaning Saul. A king had come but he was not the king God had wanted. Saul was wicked and God humbled him and he and his descendants died. In the 3rd song, David sings of the reverse. David was faithful, and God exalted him, and his descendants will live and reign forever. The point is that what Hannah foresaw was fulfilled.

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• Blog
• 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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The fate of Judah hangs in the balance—will God answer King Hezekiah’s desperate prayer and save Jerusalem from destruction in 2 Kings 19? As Judah teeters between faith and failure, 2 Kings 20 and 2 Kings 21 reveal a shocking twist: a miraculous rescue followed by a king’s fatal mistake and his son King Manasseh’s reign of terror.

Themes of this podcast episode:

God’s power is greater than any challenge. When King Hezekiah faced the Assyrian threat, he turned to God instead of relying on human strength. His story reminds us that no obstacle—whether an army, crisis, or personal struggle—is bigger than God’s ability to save and provide.

Pride can turn blessings into burdens. King Hezekiah’s faith brought about his miraculous healing, but later his pride led Babylon to Judah’s riches. His mistake teaches us to turn to the Lord rather than pride in our blessings. Success should deepen our dependence on God, not inflate our ego.

One Generation’s Faith Doesn’t Guarantee the Next’s. Despite having a righteous father, King Manasseh led Judah into idolatry and evil. His reign proves that spiritual heritage isn’t enough—we must choose to follow God ourselves. Faith isn’t inherited; it’s lived.

🎧 Listen now to be inspired by God’s work in the messiness of history.

Show Notes:

• List of the Kings of Israel
• Blog
• Scene 1: God Hears and Isaiah Speaks (2 Kings 19:20-34)
• Scene 2: God Alone Saves Jerusalem, So the World May Know (2 Kings 19:35-37) (2 Kings 19:5-7)
• Scene 3: Hezekiah Prays for His Life (2 Kings 20:1-11)
• Scene 4: A Visit from Babylon Casts a Dark Shadow (2 Kings 20:12-21)
• Scene 5: Manasseh Is Crowned King of Judah (2 Kings 21:1-18) (Genesis 15:16) (Deuteronomy 9:4-6) (Deuteronomy 11:22-25)
• Scene 6: Amon Is Crowned King of Judah (

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Today, we’re diving into the dramatic saga of Ahab and Jezebel, a couple whose reign over ancient Israel was marked by turmoil, power struggles, and divine intervention. In 1 Kings 20 and 21, Ahab, the king of Israel, and his queen, Jezebel, are notorious for their ruthless pursuit of power and disregard for divine commands. Their story unfolds like a gripping drama, offering us timeless lessons on the consequences of unchecked ambition and the importance of adhering to moral principles.

Ahab and Jezebel’s rise to power was marked by a strategic alliance and a shared vision of expanding their influence. Jezebel, a foreign princess, brought with her the worship of Baal, which clashed with the Israelites’ faith in Yahweh. This introduction of idol worship set the stage for a series of conflicts that would challenge the very fabric of Israel’s spiritual identity. Amidst this backdrop, Ahab’s leadership was tested by both external foes and internal dilemmas, forcing him to choose between his wife’s ambitions and his people’s faith.

Thank you for being a part of the club for Season 11.Show Notes

• Blog
• The Path to Good or Evil
• The Kings of Israel
• Jerusalem in the Time of David and Solomon
• The Tabernacle
• The Temple
• 2012 discovery of a reservoir

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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.
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Show Notes

• Blog
• 12 Judges of Israel

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After 200 years of exile, Israel returns home to a land that no longer feels like theirs. With no nation, no king, and no temple, their identity feels lost—but 1 Chronicles and 2 Chronicles reminds them (and us) that God’s covenant never fails. In this episode, we explore how Chronicles shifts the focus from failure to restoration, calling God’s people to rediscover their true identity and trust that the Lord is still on the throne.

Themes of this podcast:

God’s Faithfulness in Uncertain Times. After 200 years of exile, Israel’s identity seems lost, but 1 Chronicles reassures them (and us) that God’s covenant never fails. Even when they had no nation, no king, and no temple, He was still working to fulfill His promises.

Identity Rooted in God, Not Circumstances. The Israelites had been shaped by foreign cultures and influences, leading to confusion about their purpose and calling. 1 Chronicles and 2 Chronicles was written to remind them (and us) that true identity isn’t found in political power or national status but in being God’s chosen people.

Hope and Restoration Through Obedience. While 1 & 2 Kings focused on Israel’s failures, Chronicles emphasizes restoration. The Chronicler calls the remnant to remember their heritage, recommit to God, and trust that the Lord is still on the throne, even when life seems uncertain.

🎧 Listen now for this epic story of hope.

Shownotes:

• Blog
• Table of Nations
• The Old Testament Books

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