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For Day 86 of our "Bible in a Year" playlist, we cover 1 Samuel 19-21, where Saul’s jealousy drives him to pursue David’s life. Amid danger, God’s providence protects David through Jonathan’s loyalty and unexpected allies, while David’s flight to the priests hints at his reliance on sacred refuge in a time of chaos. Questions:1. Saul’s envy in chapter 19 blinds him to God’s will—how does...

On Day 85 of our "Bible in a Year" journey, we explore 1 Samuel 16-18, where David emerges as God’s chosen king, anointed by Samuel and empowered by the Spirit. As Saul declines, David’s faith shines in his victory over Goliath, contrasting human weakness with divine enablement in Israel’s unfolding story. Questions:1. God chooses David, the overlooked shepherd, in chapter 16, declaring...

For Day 84 of our "Bible in a Year" playlist, we delve into 1 Samuel 13-15, where Saul’s reign unravels through impatience and disobedience. His unlawful sacrifice and failure to fully obey God’s command against the Amalekites lead to his rejection as king, revealing the high cost of prioritizing human will over divine authority. Questions:1. Saul’s decision to offer the sacrifice himsel...

On Day 83 of our "Bible in a Year" journey, we cover 1 Samuel 10-12. Saul is publicly anointed as king and leads Israel to victory over the Ammonites, solidifying his role. Samuel’s farewell address renews the covenant, warning the people to remain faithful to God despite their new monarchy. Questions:1. Saul’s anointing in chapter 10 comes with the Spirit’s power—what does this teach us...

For Day 82 of our "Bible in a Year" playlist, we explore 1 Samuel 7-9. Samuel leads Israel to repentance and victory over the Philistines, but the people later demand a king, rejecting God’s direct rule. Saul’s anointing as Israel’s first king marks a pivotal shift, blending divine guidance with human choice. Questions:1. In chapter 7, Samuel calls Israel to turn back to God wholehearted...

On Day 81 of our "Bible in a Year" journey, we cover 1 Samuel 4-6, where Israel suffers defeat and loses the Ark of the Covenant to the Philistines. God’s power humbles the enemy as the Ark brings chaos, leading to its return. These chapters reveal the consequences of treating God lightly and His unmatched holiness. Questions:1. Israel uses the Ark like a lucky charm in chapter 4 and los...

For Day 80 of our "Bible in a Year" playlist, we begin 1 Samuel with chapters 1-3. Hannah’s heartfelt prayer leads to Samuel’s birth, a child dedicated to God. As Eli’s sons corrupt the priesthood, young Samuel hears God’s voice, marking the rise of a new prophet in a time of spiritual decline. Questions:1. Hannah pours out her pain to God in chapter 1—how does her story encourage us to...

On Day 79 of our "Bible in a Year" journey, we explore the entire book of Ruth, chapters 1-4. Amid loss and uncertainty, Ruth’s loyalty to Naomi leads to unexpected provision through Boaz, her kinsman-redeemer. This beautiful story of faithfulness and redemption offers a glimmer of hope in Israel’s dark days, pointing to God’s bigger plan. Questions:1. Ruth’s decision to stay with Naomi...

For Day 78 of our "Bible in a Year" playlist, we tackle Judges 19-21, the grim conclusion to the book. A horrific crime sparks civil war among the tribes, exposing Israel’s moral collapse and disunity. In a time when “everyone did what was right in their own eyes,” these chapters confront us with the consequences of abandoning God’s ways. Questions:1. The shocking events of Judges 19 rev...

On Day 77 of our "Bible in a Year" journey, we cover Judges 16-18, where Samson’s story reaches its dramatic peak with Delilah’s betrayal, his downfall, and his final act of strength. The narrative shifts to Israel’s spiraling chaos, with Micah’s idolatry and the theft of a priest, revealing a nation unmoored from God’s law. Questions:1. Samson’s vulnerability to Delilah in Judges 16 lea...

For Day 76 of our "Bible in a Year" playlist, we explore Judges 13-15, introducing Samson, a child of promise marked by a Nazirite vow. His extraordinary strength brings deliverance from the Philistines, but his impulsive choices and personal weaknesses foreshadow trouble, reflecting Israel’s broader struggle with faithfulness in a chaotic time. Questions:1. Samson’s birth is announced b...

On Day 75 of our "Bible in a Year" journey, we delve into Judges 10-12, where Israel’s cycle of sin and deliverance continues with new judges like Tola, Jair, and Jephthah. Jephthah’s tragic vow and victory over the Ammonites highlight the cost of rash decisions, while God’s persistent mercy shines through despite the people’s wavering faith. Questions:1. In Judges 10, Israel cries out t...

For Day 74 of our "Bible in a Year" playlist, we cover Judges 7-9, where Gideon’s small army defeats Midian through God’s unconventional strategy, proving His power over human strength. Yet, triumph turns to turmoil as Gideon’s legacy unravels with idolatry and his son Abimelech’s violent rise, showing the fragility of faithfulness in Israel’s early years. Questions:1. God reduces Gideon...

On Day 73 of our "Bible in a Year" journey, we explore Judges 4-6, where God raises unlikely leaders—Deborah, Barak, and Gideon—to deliver Israel from oppression. From Deborah’s bold leadership to Gideon’s hesitant faith, these chapters highlight God’s power working through human weakness, even as Israel’s cycles of rebellion continue. Questions:1. Deborah and Jael play key roles in defe...

For Day 72 of our "Bible in a Year" playlist, we start the book of Judges with chapters 1-3. Following Joshua’s death, Israel struggles to fully claim the Promised Land, compromising with the Canaanites. This leads to a cycle of disobedience and deliverance as God raises judges like Othniel to rescue His people, revealing both human weakness and divine faithfulness. Questions:1. Why do y...

On Day 71 of our "Bible in a Year" journey, we conclude the book of Joshua with chapters 22-24. A potential conflict over an altar tests Israel’s unity, while Joshua’s final words challenge the people to choose faithfulness to God. These chapters reflect on the importance of community, covenant renewal, and leaving a legacy of trust in God’s promises. Questions:1. The misunderstanding ab...

For Day 70 of our "Bible in a Year" playlist, we explore Joshua 19-21, where the division of the Promised Land concludes with allotments for the remaining tribes, including a special inheritance for Joshua. The establishment of cities of refuge and Levitical towns underscores God’s care for justice, mercy, and the spiritual life of His people as they settle into their new home. Questions...

On Day 69 of our "Bible in a Year" journey, we dive into Joshua 16-18, where the allocation of the Promised Land continues for the tribes of Ephraim, Manasseh, and others. These chapters reveal moments of compromise, unfinished conquests, and a call to courage as Israel settles in, reflecting both the fulfillment of God’s promise and the challenges of fully claiming it. Questions:1. The...

For Day 68 of our "Bible in a Year" playlist, we explore Joshua 13-15, where the conquest slows, and the focus shifts to dividing the Promised Land among the tribes of Israel. From unfinished battles to Caleb’s bold claim for Hebron, these chapters highlight God’s faithfulness, the importance of persistence, and the beginning of Israel’s settlement. Questions:1. In Joshua 13, some land r...

On Day 67 of our "Bible in a Year" journey, we cover Joshua 10-12, where Israel witnesses extraordinary miracles—like the sun standing still—and continues the conquest of Canaan under Joshua’s leadership. These chapters showcase God’s power and faithfulness in fulfilling His promises, as well as the determination required to claim the land He swore to give. Questions:1. The miracle of th...

For Day 66 of our "Bible in a Year" playlist, we dive into Joshua 7-9, where Israel faces the consequences of hidden sin at Ai, learns the cost of disobedience, and navigates a deceptive peace with the Gibeonites. These chapters reveal the seriousness of covenant faithfulness, the ripple effects of individual choices, and the complexities of leadership in the Promised Land. Questions:1. How does A...

On Day 65 of our "Bible in a Year" journey, we explore Joshua 4-6, where Israel marks their Jordan crossing with a memorial of stones, renews their covenant through circumcision, and experiences God’s miraculous victory at Jericho. These chapters highlight the importance of remembering God’s acts, trusting His unconventional plans, and stepping forward in obedience. Questions:1. Why do y...

For Day 64 of our "Bible in a Year" playlist, we begin the book of Joshua with chapters 1-3. As Israel transitions to new leadership under Joshua, God calls him to be strong and courageous, reaffirming the promise of the land. The crossing of the Jordan River marks a bold first step into the fulfillment of that promise, setting the stage for God’s faithfulness to unfold. Questions:1. God...

On Day 63 of our "Bible in a Year" journey, we reach the poignant conclusion of Deuteronomy with chapters 31-34. Moses prepares Israel for his departure, commissioning Joshua, delivering a song of warning and hope, and blessing the tribes before his death. These final chapters reflect on faithfulness, transition, and God’s enduring promise as the people stand ready to enter the Promised...

On Day 62 of our "Bible in a Year" playlist, we delve into Deuteronomy 28-30, where Moses presents a stark contrast between the blessings of obedience and the curses of disobedience. These chapters culminate in a heartfelt call to choose life and return to God, emphasizing His covenant love and the power of human choice as Israel prepares to enter the Promised Land. Questions:1. How do the detaile...