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For Day 108 of our "Bible in a Year" journey, we explore 2 Kings 10-12. Jehu’s zealous purge of Baal worship fulfills God’s judgment but falls short of true reform, as he clings to idolatry. In Judah, young Joash’s reign begins with temple repairs, signaling hope for renewal amid ongoing spiritual decline. Questions:1. Jehu’s fervor in eradicating Baal worship in chapter 10 is commended,...

On Day 107 of our "Bible in a Year" journey, we cover 2 Kings 7-9. Elisha’s prophecy of deliverance brings miraculous provision to a besieged Samaria. The fulfillment of God’s word against Ahab’s house unfolds through Jehu’s violent purge, revealing divine justice and the cost of persistent rebellion in Israel. Questions:1. The sudden provision for Samaria in chapter 7 fulfills Elisha’s...

For Day 106 of our "Bible in a Year" journey, we explore 2 Kings 4-6. Elisha’s miracles—raising a child, multiplying oil, and healing Naaman—reveal God’s compassion and power. Yet, his blinding of the Arameans and floating an axe head show divine sovereignty in unexpected ways, challenging Israel’s faith amid turmoil. Questions:1. Elisha’s miracles for the destitute in chapter 4, like the widow’s...

On Day 105 of our "Bible in a Year" journey, we dive into 2 Kings 1-3. Elijah confronts King Ahaziah’s idolatry with divine judgment, then ascends to heaven, passing his prophetic mantle to Elisha. Elisha’s miracles signal God’s ongoing presence, affirming His power amid Israel’s wavering faith. Questions: 1. Elijah’s fiery judgment on Ahaziah’s men in chapter 1 underscores God’s intoler...

On Day 104 of our "Bible in a Year" journey, we explore 1 Kings 19-22. Elijah, despairing and fleeing Jezebel, encounters God’s gentle voice and receives a new commission. Ahab’s victories show God’s power, but his greed for Naboth’s vineyard and final defiance bring judgment, revealing divine justice amid rebellion. Questions:1. In chapter 19, God meets Elijah’s despair not with fire bu...

For Day 103 of our "Bible in a Year" playlist, we cover 1 Kings 16-18. Israel sinks deeper into idolatry under wicked kings like Ahab, prompting God’s judgment through drought. Elijah emerges as God’s prophet, miraculously sustained before challenging Baal’s prophets on Mount Carmel, showcasing God’s unrivaled power. Questions:1. Ahab’s reign in chapter 16 escalates Israel’s sin, yet God...

On Day 102 of our "Bible in a Year" journey, we explore 1 Kings 13-15. A prophet confronts Jeroboam’s idolatry but falls to deception, while kings in Israel and Judah waver between evil and reform. These chapters reveal the consequences of straying from God’s word amid a divided kingdom’s spiritual decay. Questions:1. The prophet’s obedience in chapter 13 turns to disobedience under dece...

For Day 101 of our "Bible in a Year" playlist, we cover 1 Kings 10-12. Solomon’s reign peaks with wealth and wisdom, impressing the Queen of Sheba, but his idolatry sows seeds of ruin. After his death, the kingdom splits under Rehoboam and Jeroboam, fulfilling God’s judgment and fracturing David’s legacy. Questions:1. Solomon’s fame and riches in chapter 10 glorify God’s blessing—how doe...

Ever wonder what happens when a prophet, a gang of trash-talking teens, and two angry she-bears walk into a Bible story? In 2 Kings 2, Elijah calls down some serious furry judgment—and it’s weirder than you think! Join us for the first episode of The Bible Is Weird as we unpack this bizarre tale of baldness, bears, and divine payback. Is it a lesson in respect, a warning about idolatry, or just th...

On Day 100 of our "Bible in a Year" journey, we explore 1 Kings 7-9. Solomon completes the temple and his palace, showcasing Israel’s glory. The temple’s dedication, filled with prayer and sacrifice, marks a high point of worship, but God’s covenant warning to Solomon underscores the fragility of blessing without obedience. Questions:1. The temple’s grandeur in chapter 7 reflects God’s w...

On Day 99 of our "Bible in a Year" journey, we cover 1 Kings 4-6. Solomon’s reign flourishes with wisdom, wealth, and order, reflecting God’s blessing. The detailed construction of the temple begins, a sacred space to house God’s presence, fulfilling promises and marking Israel’s spiritual zenith under Solomon. Questions:1. Solomon’s unparalleled wisdom and prosperity in chapter 4 are gi...

For Day 98 of our "Bible in a Year" playlist, we begin 1 Kings with chapters 1-3. As David’s reign ends, Solomon secures the throne amid intrigue and bloodshed. His request for wisdom from God and his just rulings mark the start of a reign poised to fulfill Davidic promises, rooted in divine favor. Questions:1. Adonijah’s thwarted bid for the throne in chapter 1 reveals human ambition cl...

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Braxton Hunter, author of "Core Facts: The Strategy for Understandable and Teachable Christian Defense," to dive into his unique approach to apologetics and evangelism. We unpack the key ideas behind his book, which offers a simple yet powerful framework for Christians to defend their faith and share the gospel with confidence. Beyond "Core Facts...

On Day 97 of our "Bible in a Year" journey, we conclude 2 Samuel with chapters 22-24. David’s song of deliverance celebrates God’s faithfulness, followed by a record of his mighty men. Yet, his census sparks divine judgment, blending triumph with a sobering reminder of human frailty and God’s sovereignty. Questions:1. David’s psalm in chapter 22 exalts God as his rock and deliverer—how does this t...

For Day 96 of our "Bible in a Year" playlist, we explore 2 Samuel 19-21. David returns to Jerusalem amid reconciliation and lingering tensions, navigating a divided kingdom. From Joab’s rebuke to the Gibeonites’ justice, these chapters reveal the complex interplay of mercy, loyalty, and judgment in David’s reign. Questions:1. David’s mourning for Absalom in chapter 19 alienates his suppo...

Netflix’s new Narnia adaptation is stirring controversy with rumors of a gender-swapped Aslan, potentially played by Meryl Streep. But does C.S. Lewis’ timeless tale need to be ‘brought up with the times’? In this video, we dive into Narnia’s deep Christian roots, why Aslan’s identity as a Christ figure matters, and who should really voice the great lion. Join the debate—should Netflix stay true t...

On Day 95 of our "Bible in a Year" journey, we cover 2 Samuel 16-18. David faces betrayal and cursing as Absalom’s rebellion peaks, yet finds loyalty in unexpected allies. Absalom’s defeat and death mark a tragic turning point, blending God’s justice with David’s grief in a fractured kingdom. Questions:1. Shimei’s cursing of David in chapter 16 is met with restraint—how does David’s resp...

For Day 94 of our "Bible in a Year" playlist, we delve into 2 Samuel 13-15. Sin’s ripple effects unfold as Amnon’s assault on Tamar sparks Absalom’s vengeance, fracturing David’s family. Absalom’s rebellion forces David into exile, revealing the deep cost of unaddressed sin and God’s unfolding justice. Questions:1. Amnon’s sin and David’s inaction in chapter 13 set a tragic chain in moti...

On Day 93 of our "Bible in a Year" journey, we cover 2 Samuel 10-12. David’s victories over Ammon and Aram showcase his strength, but his adultery with Bathsheba and murder of Uriah reveal his frailty. Nathan’s confrontation leads to repentance, exposing the cost of sin and God’s enduring mercy. Questions:1. David’s fall in chapter 11 begins with idleness and escalates to grave sin—how d...

For Day 92 of our "Bible in a Year" playlist, we explore 2 Samuel 7-9. God establishes an everlasting covenant with David, promising an eternal kingdom. David responds with humble prayer and extends covenant kindness to Mephibosheth, reflecting God’s grace as his reign strengthens in Jerusalem. Questions:1. God’s promise of an everlasting throne in chapter 7 transcends David’s immediate...

On Day 91 of our "Bible in a Year" journey, we cover 2 Samuel 4-6. The murder of Ish-bosheth clears David’s path to kingship over all Israel, but he responds with justice, not celebration. The Ark’s return to Jerusalem sparks joy and reverence, though Uzzah’s death underscores God’s holiness amid David’s rising reign. Questions:1. David’s execution of Ish-bosheth’s killers in chapter 4 r...

For Day 90 of our "Bible in a Year" playlist, we begin 2 Samuel with chapters 1-3. David mourns Saul and Jonathan’s deaths with genuine grief, is anointed king over Judah, and faces a brewing civil war with Saul’s house under Abner and Ish-bosheth. These chapters set the stage for God’s promise to unfold amid human strife. Questions:1. David’s lament in chapter 1 honors Saul despite thei...

On Day 89 of our "Bible in a Year" journey, we cover 1 Samuel 28-31, the dramatic close of Saul’s reign. In desperation, Saul consults a medium, receiving a chilling prophecy of his doom. As David rises among the Philistines, Saul and his sons fall in battle, marking a somber end and a shift toward God’s chosen king. Questions:1. Saul’s turn to the medium at Endor in chapter 28 reveals h...

For Day 88 of our "Bible in a Year" playlist, we cover 1 Samuel 25-27. Abigail’s wisdom averts David’s wrath against Nabal, showcasing divine intervention through human agency. As Saul’s pursuit intensifies, David spares him again but flees to Philistine territory, wrestling with survival and faith in a foreign land. Questions:1. Abigail’s mediation in chapter 25 prevents David from taki...

On Day 87 of our "Bible in a Year" journey, we explore 1 Samuel 22-24, where David, now a fugitive, gathers outcasts and spares Saul’s life twice despite opportunities for vengeance. Saul’s paranoia leads to the tragic slaughter of priests, contrasting with David’s restraint and trust in God’s justice amid escalating tension. Questions:1. Saul’s order to kill the priests in chapter 22 st...