Day 159 of the Holy Bible One Year Challenge. David's son Amnon plays a dangerous game of deceptive desire that leads to his sister Tamar's ruin, triggering an intense family feud. In Acts, the early church band together in prayer-fueled defiance against authority, while Ananias and Sapphira learn the hard way that the Holy Spirit is one 'silent partner' you really don't want to swindle. Support the show at Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/storymaster Find us at https://www.oneyearholybible.com/ Join our Facebook group for further discussion: https://www.facebook.com/biblein1yearpodcast 2 Samu ..read more

Samuel anoints David, the youngest son of Jesse, as the future king of Israel, guided by God's direction. Meanwhile, the Israelites face the Philistines, and Goliath, a giant warrior, challenges them to send a champion for single combat. Young David volunteers to fight Goliath despite his brothers' doubt and King Saul's hesitation—will this shepherd boy triumph over the mighty giant? Jesus speaks to His disciples about abiding in Him, the true vine, and bearing fruit through love and obedience. He warns them of the coming persecution and hatred from the world, encouraging them to remain steadf ..read more

King Saul disobeys God's command by offering a burnt sacrifice himself instead of waiting for Samuel, leading to God's rejection of him as king. Meanwhile, Jonathan, Saul's son, bravely attacks a Philistine outpost with his armor-bearer, sparking panic and confusion among the Philistine army. Will Saul's disobedience cost Israel its victory, or can Jonathan's faith and courage turn the tide? Will Saul's disobedience cost Israel its victory, or can Jonathan's faith and courage turn the tide? During the Last Supper, Jesus reveals that one of His disciples will betray Him, causing great distress ..read more

As Saul is anointed king, God changes his heart, and he prophesies among the prophets, amazing those who knew him. Despite some skepticism, Saul is publicly chosen by lot and confirmed by Samuel as king, leading to initial victories and growing support. However, Samuel warns the people to obey the Lord and stay faithful, or both they and their king will face consequences. Will Saul remain faithful to God and lead Israel to prosperity, or will he falter and bring calamity upon his people? Despite Jesus performing many signs, many still do not believe in Him, fulfilling Isaiah's prophecy about h ..read more

The Israelites, discontent with their judges, demand a king to rule over them, like other nations. Despite Samuel's warnings about the burdens a king would impose, God instructs Samuel to anoint Saul, a humble man from the tribe of Benjamin. As Saul searches for his father's lost donkeys, Samuel reveals his destiny to become the first king of Israel. Will Saul accept this daunting role and lead Israel to glory? Jesus enters Jerusalem to a hero's welcome, with crowds waving palm branches and shouting "Hosanna!" Yet, as He predicts His own death, He teaches that true glory comes through sacrific ..read more

Hannah, deeply distressed by her inability to have children, fervently prays to God for a son and promises to dedicate him to the Lord's service. God hears her prayer, and she gives birth to Samuel, whom she brings to the temple to serve under Eli the priest. As Samuel grows in wisdom and favor, Eli's sons' wickedness brings judgment upon Eli's house. Will Samuel's faithful service to God change the course of Israel's future? During the Feast of Dedication in Jerusalem, Jesus walks in Solomon's Colonnade and is confronted by Jews demanding to know if He is the Messiah. Jesus declares that His ..read more

Ruth, following Naomi's advice, visits Boaz at the threshing floor to seek his protection as a kinsman-redeemer. Boaz, impressed by Ruth's loyalty, agrees to marry her if a closer kinsman declines. Will Boaz overcome this obstacle and marry Ruth, ensuring her and Naomi's future? Will Boaz overcome this obstacle and marry Ruth, ensuring her and Naomi's future? Jesus finds the man he healed of blindness and reveals Himself as the Son of Man, leading to the man's belief and worship. Jesus then contrasts Himself as the Good Shepherd, who sacrifices for His sheep, against false shepherds who harm t ..read more

In Judges 20-21, the Israelites unite in outrage against the tribe of Benjamin due to a grievous crime committed in Gibeah, leading to a brutal civil war. After fierce battles that decimate the Benjamites, Israel mourns their near extinction and devises unconventional means to find wives for the surviving Benjamin men, ensuring the tribe's continuation. As Israel struggles with internal conflict and moral decay, will they find a way to restore peace and righteousness in their midst? In John 8:31-59, Jesus declares His divine origin and eternal existence to the Jews who believed in Him, emphasi ..read more

In Judges 18, the tribe of Dan seeks a new homeland and steals idols and a priest from Micah’s house, setting up their own place of worship. Judges 19 tells a harrowing story where a Levite and his concubine face grave inhospitality in the Benjamite city of Gibeah, leading to the concubine's tragic death. This brutal act sparks a civil war within Israel. Will the tribe of Benjamin survive the ensuing conflict from their own brethren? In John 8:12-30, Jesus declares Himself the Light of the World, promising that those who follow Him will not walk in darkness. He faces skepticism and questioning ..read more

In Judges 16, Samson falls in love with Delilah, who is bribed by the Philistines to discover the secret of his strength. Through deceit, she learns that his power lies in his uncut hair, leads to its cutting, and Samson is captured, blinded, and imprisoned by the Philistines. However, during a public spectacle, his strength returns as his hair regrows, allowing him to bring down the temple on the Philistines and himself. Judges 17 tells of Micah, who creates an idol from stolen silver that his mother blesses. He appoints one of his sons as priest, later replacing him with a wandering Levite w ..read more