Words Of Life

How did it get this bad? In this episode, we take a deep and honest look at Judges 19, one of the most disturbing chapters in the Bible. This is not an easy story to read, but it reveals an important truth about what happens when people drift away from God. We walk through the events of Judges 19 and break down what led to Israel’s moral collapse. This chapter shows how sin, left unchecked, can gr...

his episode dives into Judges 17–18 and a powerful truth we often miss. No one in this story rejects God. They just redefine Him. From homemade worship to a priest for hire, we see how easy it is to drift without even realizing it. If you’ve ever assumed “close enough” is good enough… this one will challenge that.

In this episode of the Words of Life Podcast, Adam and Kevin finish the story of Samson by walking through Judges 16. They unpack Samson’s moral decline, his weakness for women, Delilah’s betrayal, his overconfidence, the loss of his sight, and the final collapse of the Philistine temple. This is one of the most dramatic chapters in Scripture, but it is also one of the saddest. Samson had great st...

In this episode of the Words of Life Podcast , Adam and Kevin continue their study through Judges 14-15 and walk through one of the most dramatic sections in Samson’s story. They unpack Samson’s encounter with the lion, the honey in the carcass, the wedding riddle, the betrayal that followed, and the shocking revenge that led to the burning foxes. But this episode is about more than action. It is...

Welcome to Words of Life with Adam and Kevin! Today we hit Judges chapter 13 and the story of Samson. But before we even talk about his superhuman strength, we have to talk about the real theme building across this entire book: the slow drift of moral decay . Israel has reached a point of "syncretism," mixing the worship of God with pagan idols , and everyone is simply doing what is righ...

Jephthah’s story is a wild ride of rejection, victory, and one of the most heavily debated vows in biblical history. In this episode, Adam and Kevin dive into Judges 10-12 to unpack the life of the outcast who became a mighty warrior. But what should have been a story of great deliverance from the Ammonites quickly turns into a tragedy because of careless words. In this episode, we discuss: The Ou...

When you pick a thorn bush as your king, don’t be surprised when it ends painfully. In this episode, Adam and Kevin dive into the dark and violent chapter of Abimelech—Gideon’s son who chose ambition over his father’s legacy. We explore the messy aftermath of Gideon's death and a generational shift where the people of Israel quickly forget the God who delivered them. In this episode, we discus...

The trumpets have stopped, the Midianites are on the run, and Gideon is the hero of the hour. But as we dive into Judges 8, we see that the end of Gideon’s story isn't all "roses." Join Adam and Kevin as they wrap up the story of Israel’s famous judge. From the brutal pursuit of Zeba and Zalmunna to the "strange bookend" of a golden ephod that became a snare to his family,...

We are back in the book of Judges! This week, Adam and Kevin break down the famous story of Gideon and the 300. In Judges 7, God does something confusing: He tells Gideon his army is too big. We discuss why God strips away Gideon's resources, the strange dream about a barley loaf that predicted the victory, and how 300 men with trumpets and jars routed an entire empire. We also touch on the st...

We are back in the Book of Judges! This week, Kevin and Adam study the story of Gideon in Judges chapter 6. We explore how God finds Gideon hiding in a winepress but calls him a "Mighty Man of Valor." Key topics include: The cycle of Israel's rebellion and Midianite oppression. Tearing down the idols in our own families. The "Fleece Test": Was Gideon right to ask for a sign...

Deborah and Barak show us what happens when God leads the fight. Judges 4 tells the story, and Judges 5 sings it back as a victory song. In this episode, Kevin and Adam walk through the big moments: the enemy’s iron chariots, the Kishon torrent angle, Barak’s “If you go, I’ll go” moment, and Jael’s jaw-dropping finish. If you’re in a season where fear feels loud, this one is for you.

Episode Summary: Did you know the Bible features a left-handed assassin who tricks a king with a "secret message"? Or a man who defeats an army with a farming tool? In this episode, Adam and Kevin continue their 2026 journey through the Book of Judges. We move from the history and setup into the first real action of the book, covering Judges Chapters 2 and 3. We discuss the vicious &quot...

Kevin and I are back with a new weekly Bible study series, starting in Judges. In this intro episode, we cover the timeline from Genesis 1 through Joshua, then explain how incomplete obedience and generational drift set up the chaos of Judges. We also talk about the warning behind “everyone did what was right in their own eyes” and why this book is so relatable.

Proverbs 10 contrasts wise living with foolish choices through short, powerful truth statements. Join today’s reading as we explore how these simple lessons shape the path we walk.

Proverbs 9 gives us two invitations — Wisdom and Folly — but only one leads to life. Join today’s reading as we explore the contrast and learn how to choose the voice that leads to blessing.

Proverbs 8 gives voice to Wisdom as she speaks — offering blessing, direction, and life to anyone willing to listen. Join today’s reading and let God shape your steps through His wisdom.

Proverbs 6 and 7 warn us to guard our hearts from hidden traps — temptation, carelessness, and paths that look sweet but end in pain. Join us for this reading as we walk through these warnings and find wisdom for life.

Proverbs 5 confronts us with a choice — self-control or seduction. This chapter shows how tempting paths often lead to pain, and why God calls us to stay faithful and walk wisely. Join us as we read one chapter of Proverbs daily.

Proverbs 4 is a father’s heartfelt plea: stay on the path of wisdom. This chapter teaches us to guard our hearts, watch our steps, and walk in the light God provides. Join the journey as we read one chapter of Proverbs each day.

One of my favorite chapters especially vs 5-10 and the admonition to trust in the Lord with ALL our hearts and lean not on our OWN understanding... Proverbs Chapter 3

Proverbs Chapter 2

We're tackling 1 chapter of Proverbs each day for the month of December. Here is chapter 1.

Can one reading plan really change your life? After 183 days in the New Testament, we're reflecting on how God's Word shaped us—personally and spiritually. From daily reading to deep discussions and unexpected growth, we’re celebrating the journey. Thanks for walking with us. Let’s keep growing!

Final Recap! (for this reading plan at least) Kevin and I discuss Revelation 4–22 and what the book truly reveals: not doom, but deliverance for those who stay faithful. From the throne room to the new Jerusalem, this is a message of victory, not fear. We close out our reading plan with 5 powerful lessons from Revelation 4–22—reminders that God is victorious, evil has an end, and the invitation to...

The final chapters of Revelation show us a future filled with hope, not fear. In today’s reading, we see the New Heaven, the New Earth, and Jesus’ final invitation to drink from the water of life. Will your name be found in the Book of Life?