40 Minutes In The Old Testament

It’s all David and Goliath in this episode. David arrives at the battlefield to check on his brother and is deeply offended by the insults of the Philistine Champion and the lack of faith in the Israelite army. David volunteers to fight Goliath but he isn’t doing it alone. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! 1517 Podcast Network HWSS Conferences 1517 YouTube Donate

Saul is struggling with an evil spirit, so David is called in to play the harp for him. Saul decides to keep David around him. And the Philistines have gathered for war again, but this time they have a very large man with them. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! 1517 Podcast Network HWSS Conferences 1517 YouTube Donate

Samuel and Saul separate after King Agag meets a violent end. God tells Samuel he has a new king for him to anoint. Samuel is worried about Saul, so God gives him a strange way to remove suspicion. And we finally meet David. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! 1517 Podcast Network HWSS Conferences 1517 YouTube Donate

God regrets but doesn’t regret like us. How are we to understand this? Samuel is angry with someone. And God is not pleased with Saul keeping the best livestock and King alive resulting in His rejection of Saul as king. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! 1517 Podcast Network HWSS Conferences 1517 YouTube Donate

Saul doubles down on his foolish oath, putting Jonathan in jeopardy. The people get their king out of his promise. Samuel gives Saul a mission from God, but Saul’s misplaced piety gets in the way again. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! 1517 Podcast Network HWSS Conferences 1517 YouTube Donate

Erick Sorensen joins the hosts from the Here We Still Stand Conference. They dive into the rich themes of Genesis 15, particularly focusing on God's promises to Abraham. The discussion highlights the reassuring message of 'fear not' and its relevance to faith today. They explore the covenant between God and Abraham, the significance of ancient sacrifices, and the continuity of divine promises. Additionally, they touch on God's patience and sovereignty as shown in Exodus, revealing a deeper understanding of His overarching plan for humanity.

Jonathan and his armor-bearer engage with a group of Philistines. God brings about a great confusion as battle breaks out. Saul discovers his son is missing. And a foolish oath from Saul results in forbidden eating. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! 1517 Podcast Network HWSS Livestream Signup Chad Bird’s New Book 1517 YouTube Donate

There is a strange statement about Saul and one year. Saul’s son Johnathan defeats some Philistines, but a larger battle is on the horizon. Saul assembles the people to seek the Lord, but Samuel is late in arriving resulting in Saul taking things into his own hands. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! 1517 Podcast Network HWSS Livestream Signup Chad Bird’s New Book 1517 YouTube Donate

Samuel gives a sort-of farewell address that contains a history lesson, stern warnings, and great promises. Why does Samuel make the people acknowledge he was a good leader? What are the righteous acts of God? And what does Old Testament confession and absolution look like? Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! 1517 Podcast Network HWSS Livestream Signup Chad Bird’s New Book 1517 YouTube Donate

The newly anointed King Saul is pulled from hiding and brought before the people. Some are skeptical of him but Saul’s moment to prove them wrong is fast approaching. Some Ammonites make some trouble and a foolish agreement. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! 1517 Podcast Network HWSS Livestream Signup Chad Bird’s New Book 1517 YouTube Donate