The Chosen People

# 173 - David & The Outcasts - In this episode of The Chosen People, David finds refuge in a cave—but he’s not alone for long. As the broken and outcast gather around him, we witness how God begins building a kingdom not through power, but through pain, purpose, and unexpected grace in the wilderness.Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thechosenpeople.com/sign-up Episode 173 of The Chosen People is inspired by the Book of Joshua.Today's opening prayer is inspired by Psalm 147:3, "He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds."Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 3 June 2026

# 172 - David The Madman - In this episode of The Chosen People, David flees to enemy territory and escapes death by pretending to lose his mind. As fear and faith collide in 1 Samuel 21:11–15, we explore how God’s presence can remain—quiet but steady—even when survival forces us into the most desperate disguises.Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thechosenpeople.com/sign-up Episode 172 of The Chosen People is inspired by the Book of Joshua.Today's opening prayer is inspired by Psalm 34:18, “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 2 June 2026

# 171 - David's Lies in Nob - In this episode of The Chosen People, David seeks refuge in the house of God—but hunger and fear push him to deception. As he takes holy bread and reclaims Goliath’s sword, we’re invited into a powerful reflection on what we reach for when survival threatens to eclipse our faith.Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thechosenpeople.com/sign-up Episode 171 of The Chosen People is inspired by the Book of Joshua.Today's opening prayer is inspired by Psalm 145:15, “The eyes of all look to You, and You give them their food at the proper time”Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 1 June 2026

# 170 - The Hunt for David Begins - In this episode of The Chosen People, we witness the unraveling of King Saul’s rage as David flees into exile and Jonathan risks everything to protect his friend. Through covenant loyalty, prophetic power, and whispered plans in the shadows, 1 Samuel 20 reveals how sacred friendship can reflect God’s own faithfulness—even when the cost is everything.Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thechosenpeople.com/sign-up Episode 170 of The Chosen People is inspired by the Book of Joshua.Today's opening prayer is inspired by Proverbs 17:17, “A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for adversity.” Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 31 May 2026

169 - David Escapes Saul - In this episode of The Chosen People, we follow David’s narrow escape from Saul’s growing wrath in 1 Samuel 19, as jealousy turns a king into a hunter and a palace into a trap. Amid betrayal, fear, and a desperate flight through the night, we explore what it means to trust God when safety disappears and sin threatens to consume everything in its path.Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thechosenpeople.com/sign-up Episode 169 of The Chosen People is inspired by the Book of Joshua.Today's opening prayer is inspired by Psalm 56:3, “When I am afraid, I will put my trust in you”Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 28 May 2026

168 - David's Dowry of Blood - In this episode of The Chosen People, we explore 1 Samuel 18:17–30, where Saul tries to destroy David by demanding a deadly dowry—but the young warrior returns with double what was asked. As envy tightens its grip on Saul’s heart, David rises through bloodshed and betrayal to become a prince of Israel, honored by the people and chosen by God.Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thechosenpeople.com/sign-up Episode 168 of The Chosen People is inspired by the Book of Joshua.Today's opening prayer is inspired by Psalm 46:10, “Be still, and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations. I will be exalted in the earth.”Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 27 May 2026

# 167 - Saul Attacks David - In this episode of The Chosen People, we explore 1 Samuel 18:6–16 and the tragic unraveling of Saul as jealousy over David’s rising fame turns deadly. Through dramatic storytelling and spiritual reflection, we see how envy distorts identity, poisons relationships, and blinds us to the abundant blessings of God’s kingdom.Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thechosenpeople.com/sign-upEpisode 167 of The Chosen People is inspired by the Book of Joshua.Today's opening prayer is inspired by Philippians 2:3, “Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves.”Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the https://link.pray.com/PzF58FeKSZb app. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 26 May 2026

# 166 - David and Jonathan's Bond - In this episode of The Chosen People, we explore 1 Samuel 18:1–8 and the powerful covenant between David and Jonathan—a friendship rooted in loyalty, sacrifice, and deep spiritual love. As Jonathan lays down his royal rights to honor the one God has chosen, we’re reminded that true covenant love asks not what it can gain, but what it can give. Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thechosenpeople.com/sign-up Episode 166 of The Chosen People is inspired by the Book of Joshua.Today's opening prayer is inspired by 1 Peter 4:8, “Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins.” Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 25 May 2026

# 165 - David & Goliath I - In this episode of The Chosen People, we journey through the epic battle of David and Goliath and discover how faith in God can overcome even the most impossible odds. If fear, insecurity, or overwhelming battles have been towering over your life, this episode will remind you that victory doesn’t come through strength, status, or armor—but through trusting the God who fights for His people. Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thechosenpeople.com/sign-up Episode 165 of The Chosen People is inspired by the Book of Joshua.Today's opening prayer is inspired by Psalm 29:11, “The Lord gives strength to His people; the Lord blesses His people with peace” Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 24 May 2026

# 164 - David and Goliath Part I - In this episode of The Chosen People, we witness the haunting unraveling of King Saul after the Spirit of God departs from him. As torment closes in, a young shepherd named David enters the palace—and through the healing power of music, offers a glimpse of peace in the shadow of Saul’s despair.Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thechosenpeople.com/sign-up Episode 164 of The Chosen People is inspired by the Book of Joshua.Today's opening prayer is inspired by 2 Chronicles 20:15, “Do not be afraid or discouraged because of this vast army. For the battle is not yours, but God’s”Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 21 May 2026

# 163 - Saul: The Tortured Soul - In this episode of The Chosen People, we explore 1 Samuel 16:14–23 and the heartbreaking moment when God’s Spirit departs from King Saul. As Saul wrestles with torment and isolation, a young shepherd named David brings unexpected peace through music—and a glimpse of the king he’s destined to become.Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thechosenpeople.com/sign-up Episode 163 of The Chosen People is inspired by the Book of Joshua.Today's opening prayer is inspired by Psalm 51:12, "Restore to me the joy of your salvation and grant me a willing spirit, to sustain me."Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 20 May 2026

# 162 - David is Anointed - In this episode of The Chosen People, we explore the quiet calling of a shepherd boy overlooked by his family but chosen by God. Through the story of 1 Samuel 16:1–13, we’re reminded that while the world values status and appearance, God looks at the heart and crowns the humble.Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thechosenpeople.com/sign-up Episode 162 of The Chosen People is inspired by the Book of Joshua. Today's opening prayer is inspired by Psalm 34:18, “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 19 May 2026

# 161 - David: The Shepherd Boy - In this episode of The Chosen People, we meet young David tending his sheep, fighting off predators, and finding his strength not in status, but in his quiet trust in God. Through 1 Samuel 16 and Psalm 23, we explore how God sees beyond appearances and chooses those with hearts fully devoted to Him.Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thechosenpeople.com/sign-up Episode 161 of The Chosen People is inspired by the Book of Joshua. Today's opening prayer is inspired by Psalm 23:1, “The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing.”Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 18 May 2026

# 160 - Saul: The Rejected King – In this episode of The Chosen People, we explore 1 Samuel 15 and the unraveling of Saul’s kingship after he defies God’s command. Through dramatic storytelling and spiritual insight, we reflect on the cost of partial obedience and the call to trust God fully, even when His ways seem difficult to understand.Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thechosenpeople.com/sign-up Episode 160 of The Chosen People is inspired by the Book of Joshua.Today's opening prayer is inspired by 1 Samuel 15:22, "To obey is better than sacrifice, and to heed is better than the fat of rams."Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 17 May 2026

# 159 - Jonathan: The Philistine Slayer - In this episode of The Chosen People, we explore 1 Samuel 14 and the story of Jonathan’s surprise attack on a Philistine outpost. As fear paralyzes Israel’s army, Jonathan’s quiet faith and decisive action reveal how God can work through even the smallest steps of trust.Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thechosenpeople.com/sign-up Episode 159 of The Chosen People is inspired by the Book of Joshua.Today's opening prayer is inspired by Joshua 1:9, “Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go”Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 14 May 2026

#158 - Saul: The False Priest - In this episode of The Chosen People, Saul faces growing pressure as Israel trembles before the Philistine army, and in a moment of fear and impatience, he performs a sacred duty meant only for the prophet Samuel. This episode explores how Saul’s decision to take control rather than trust in God’s timing marks a turning point in his leadership—and in Israel’s future.Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thechosenpeople.com/sign-up Episode 158 of The Chosen People is inspired by the Book of Joshua. Today's opening prayer is inspired by Psalm 27:14, "Wait for the Lord; be strong and take heart and wait for the Lord."Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 13 May 2026

Jonathan: Son of Saul - In this episode of The Chosen People, Jonathan steps into battle with courage and faith, while his father Saul wavers under pressure, grasping for control in the face of fear. This episode explores how a leader’s choices shape not just their own legacy, but the hearts of the next generation.Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thechosenpeople.com/sign-up Episode 157 of The Chosen People is inspired by the Book of Joshua.Today's opening prayer is inspired by Psalm 46:10, “Be still and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth”Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 12 May 2026

# 156 - Samuel's Farewell - In this episode of The Chosen People, Samuel gives his final address to the people of Israel, reminding them of God’s faithfulness and warning them of the cost of turning away. As Saul steps into leadership, the prophet urges both king and people to walk in humility and obedience, trusting that only God can sustain the nation.Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thechosenpeople.com/sign-up Episode 156 of The Chosen People is inspired by the Book of Joshua.Today's opening prayer is inspired by Psalm 121:8, “The Lord will watch over your coming and going both now and forevermore.”Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 11 May 2026

155 - Saul: The Conqueror - In this episode of The Chosen People, Saul rises from obscurity to lead a fierce rescue—and prove himself as king. But even in victory, questions loom: is this the beginning of God’s deliverance, or the first crack in a crown forged by human desire?Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thechosenpeople.com/sign-up Episode 155 of The Chosen People is inspired by the Book of Joshua.Today's opening prayer is inspired by Psalm 28:7, "The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in Him, and He helps me"Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 10 May 2026

# 154 - Saul: The King - In this episode of The Chosen People, Israel's first king is revealed—but not with triumph or celebration, rather with trembling and hesitation. In this pivotal episode, Saul is called out of hiding to wear the crown the people demanded, raising the haunting question: what happens when God gives us what we ask for, even when it's not what we need?Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thechosenpeople.com/sign-up Episode 154 of The Chosen People is inspired by the Book of Joshua.Today's opening prayer is inspired by James 4:6, “God opposes the proud but shows favor to the humble.”Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 7 May 2026

# 153 - Saul: The Anointed - In this episode of The Chosen People, Saul sets out to find lost donkeys but instead stumbles into divine destiny. In this episode, the reluctant future king of Israel is anointed by Samuel, setting in motion a story of leadership, fear, and the fragile weight of being chosen. Through the ordinary, God begins something extraordinary.Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thechosenpeople.com/sign-up Episode 153 of The Chosen People is inspired by the Book of Joshua.Today's opening prayer is inspired by Matthew 20:26, “Whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant.”Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 6 May 2026

# 152 - Israel Rejects God - In this episode of The Chosen People, Israel demands a king, longing to look like the nations around them—even if it means rejecting God’s reign. In this episode, Samuel pleads with the people, warning them of what’s to come, while God, in His mercy, allows their request. A powerful story of trust, rebellion, and the cost of choosing human strength over divine leadership.Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thechosenpeople.com/sign-up Episode 152 of The Chosen People is inspired by the Book of Joshua.Today's opening prayer is inspired by Proverbs 3:5, “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding.”Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 5 May 2026

# 151 - The Rise of Samuel - In this episode of The Chosen People, Samuel calls Israel to lay down their idols and return to the Lord with all their hearts. Witness how true repentance leads to divine deliverance, as the God who thunders becomes the defender of His people once more.Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thechosenpeople.com/sign-up Episode 151 of The Chosen People is inspired by the Book of Joshua. Today's opening prayer is inspired by Psalm 139:23-24, "Search me, O God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. See if there is any offensive way in me and lead me in the way everlasting."Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 4 May 2026

# 150 - The Revenge of the Ark - In this episode of The Chosen People, the Ark of the Covenant is captured by the Philistines, they quickly discover that God’s holiness cannot be contained or controlled. In this episode, witness how Yahweh defends His own name, topples idols, and turns judgment into a call for reverence and return.Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thechosenpeople.com/sign-up Episode 150 of The Chosen People is inspired by the Book of Joshua.Today's opening prayer is inspired by Exodus 15:11, “Who among the gods is like you, Lord? Who is like you—majestic in holiness, awesome in glory, working wonders?”Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 3 May 2026

# 149 - The Ark of the Covenant is Stolen - In this episode of The Chosen People, Israel suffers a devastating defeat as the Ark of the Covenant is taken by the Philistines and Eli’s family faces tragic consequences. The story reveals the danger of treating holy things as tools for personal gain, and reminds us that God’s presence cannot be manipulated.Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thechosenpeople.com/sign-up Episode 149 of The Chosen People is inspired by the Book of Joshua.Today's opening prayer is inspired by Isaiah 55:8, “For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways,” declares the Lord.Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 30 April 2026

# 148 - The Call of Samuel - In this episode of The Chosen People, young Samuel hears God's voice for the first time while serving in the temple under Eli. As the Lord calls him in the quiet of night, Samuel begins his journey as a prophet to Israel.Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thechosenpeople.com/sign-up Episode 148 of The Chosen People is inspired by the Book of Joshua.Today's opening prayer is inspired by Psalm 46:10, "Be still, and know that I am God."Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 29 April 2026

# 147 - Eli's Worthless Sons - In this episode of The Chosen People, the sons of Eli defile the sacred role of priesthood, turning worship into selfish gain. But even in the darkness, a quiet servant named Samuel rises—faithful, pure, and chosen by God.Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thechosenpeople.com/sign-up Episode 147 of The Chosen People is inspired by the Book of Joshua.Today's opening prayer is inspired by Psalm 51:10, “Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me.” Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 28 April 2026

# 146 - The Prayers of Hannah - In this episode of The Chosen People, we journey with Hannah as she pours out her soul to God in the silence of unanswered prayers. Her story reveals a God who not only hears, but remembers and responds with redemption that echoes through generations.Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thechosenpeople.com/sign-up Episode 146 of The Chosen People is inspired by the Book of Joshua.Today's opening prayer is inspired by Psalm 27:14, “Wait for the Lord; be strong and take heart and wait for the Lord.”Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 27 April 2026

# 145 - Ruth & Boaz Unite - In this episode of The Chosen People, we witness a quiet act of courage at the threshing floor that leads to a moment of redemption and lasting legacy. As Ruth and Boaz step forward in faith, their union becomes part of God’s greater plan to restore what was lost and bless generations to come.Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thechosenpeople.com/sign-up Episode 145 of The Chosen People is inspired by the Book of Joshua.Today's opening prayer is inspired by Lamentations 3:24, “The Lord is my portion, says my soul; therefore I will hope in him.”Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 26 April 2026

# 144 - Ruth Meets Boaz - In this episode of The Chosen People, Ruth begins gleaning in Bethlehem’s fields to provide for Naomi and meets Boaz, a kind landowner connected to her late husband’s family. Their encounter marks the beginning of God’s provision through Ruth’s loyalty and Boaz’s generosity.Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thechosenpeople.com/sign-up Episode 144 of The Chosen People is inspired by the Book of Joshua.Today's opening prayer is inspired by Galatians 6:9, “Let us not grow weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.”Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 23 April 2026

# 143 - Ruth's Loyalty - In this episode of The Chosen People, Naomi returns to Bethlehem grieving and bitter, but Ruth’s unshakable loyalty lights the first spark of redemption. This powerful chapter reveals how God begins His greatest work in our emptiness—turning sorrow into hope.Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thechosenpeople.com/sign-up Episode 143 of The Chosen People is inspired by the Book of Joshua.Today's opening prayer is inspired by Psalm 34:18, “The LORD is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 22 April 2026

# 142 - Naomi's Tragedy - In this episode of The Chosen People, Naomi and Elimelech face famine, displacement, and devastating loss as they flee Bethlehem for Moab. Amid sorrow and shattered hopes, Naomi’s quiet faith becomes the anchor for a future she cannot yet see.Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thechosenpeople.com/sign-up Episode 142 of The Chosen People is inspired by the Book of Joshua.Today's opening prayer is inspired by 1 Peter 5:10, “And after you have suffered a little while, the God of all grace, who has called you to his eternal glory in Christ, will himself restore, confirm, strengthen, and establish you.”Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 21 April 2026

# 141 - The War on Benjamin - In this episode of The Chosen People, the nation of Israel plunges into civil war, as justice unmoored from righteousness gives way to vengeance. The War of Benjamin reveals how far a people can fall when there is no king to lead them—and how even in ruin, God leaves room for repentance.Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thechosenpeople.com/sign-up Episode 141 of The Chosen People is inspired by the Book of Joshua.Today's opening prayer is inspired by Jeremiah 17:9–10, “The heart is deceitful above all things and beyond cure. Who can understand it? I the Lord search the heart and examine the mind, to reward each person according to their conduct, according to what their deeds deserve.”Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 20 April 2026

# 140 - The Levite's Horror - In this episode of The Chosen People, we confront one of the darkest chapters in Israel’s history—a tale of betrayal, violence, and heartbreaking silence. As a nation drifts from God’s ways, the value of human life is lost, and the cry for justice echoes into eternity.Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thechosenpeople.com/sign-up Episode 140 of The Chosen People is inspired by the Book of Joshua.Today's opening prayer is inspired by Micah 6:8, “He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And what does the Lord require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.”Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 19 April 2026

# 139 - The Danites Attack - In this episode of The Chosen People, we witness a tribe’s restless search for a home turn into theft, violence, and idolatry. As ambition and compromise replace trust in God, the story challenges us to consider what happens when we trade His promises for temporary gain.Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thechosenpeople.com/sign-up Episode 139 of The Chosen People is inspired by the Book of Joshua.Today's opening prayer is inspired by Hebrews 13:5, “Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have, because God has said, ‘Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.’”Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 16 April 2026

# 138 - Micah & The Levite - In this episode of The Chosen People, we see how, when Israel had no king, everyone did what was right in their own eyes—and chaos followed. This episode explores how one man’s idol and one Levite’s compromise reveal the danger of self-made faith and the desperate need for true surrender.Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thechosenpeople.com/sign-up Episode 138 of The Chosen People is inspired by the Book of Joshua.Today's opening prayer is inspired by Proverbs 11:3, “The integrity of the upright guides them, but the unfaithful are destroyed by their duplicity.”Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 15 April 2026

# 137 - Samson Part IV: The Burned and Blinded - In this episode of The Chosen People, Samson’s strength once shook kingdoms, but pride and desire led him to ruin, blindness, and chains. In his final moments, he finds redemption not through power, but through surrender to the God he had long forgotten.Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thechosenpeople.com/sign-up Episode 137 of The Chosen People is inspired by the Book of Joshua.Today's opening prayer is inspired by James 4:10, "Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will lift you up."Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 14 April 2026

# 136 - Samson Part III: The Wielder of the Jawbone - In this episode of The Chosen People, Samson’s rage sets entire fields ablaze and turns a jawbone into a weapon of mass destruction. What begins as personal vengeance spirals into chaos—raising the question: when does justice become just another name for wrath?Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thechosenpeople.com/sign-up Episode 136 of The Chosen People is inspired by the Book of Joshua.Today's opening prayer is inspired by Romans 12:21, "Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good."Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 13 April 2026

# 135 - Samson Part II: The Lionslayer - In this episode of The Chosen People, Samson slays a lion with his bare hands but can't control the desires that rule him. As his strength grows, so does his recklessness—turning a calling from God into a path of pride, betrayal, and revenge.Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thechosenpeople.com/sign-up Episode 135 of The Chosen People is inspired by the Book of Joshua.Today's opening prayer is inspired by Proverbs 4:23, “Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it.”Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 12 April 2026

# 134 - Samson Part I: The Prophecy - In this episode of The Chosen People, a miraculous birth sets the stage for Samson—a man called to greatness before he ever draws breath. But in Judges 13, we begin to see that unguarded strength can become a danger not just to our enemies, but to ourselves.Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thechosenpeople.com/sign-up Episode 134 of The Chosen People is inspired by the Book of Joshua.Today's opening prayer is inspired by Psalm 73:26, "My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever."Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 9 April 2026

# 133 - Jephthah: The Foolish Oathkeeper - In this episode of The Chosen People, Jephthah, a rejected son turned warrior, makes a reckless vow in desperation—one that will cost him far more than he ever imagined. In this heartbreaking story from Judges 10–12, we confront the danger of misunderstanding God’s heart, and the tragedy that follows when fear replaces faith.Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thechosenpeople.com/sign-up Episode 133 of The Chosen People is inspired by the Book of Joshua.Today's opening prayer is inspired by Psalm 73:26, "My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever."Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 8 April 2026

# 132 - Abimelech: King of Trees - In this episode of The Chosen People, Abimelech, the son of Gideon, seizes power through betrayal and bloodshed, murdering his brothers to claim a crown never meant to be. In this haunting tale of thorns and ambition, Israel learns the cost of choosing a king without fruit—only fire.Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thechosenpeople.com/sign-up Episode 132 of The Chosen People is inspired by the Book of Joshua.Today's opening prayer is inspired by Proverbs 3:5, “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding.”Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 7 April 2026

# 131 - Gideon Part III: The Compromised Leader - In this episode of The Chosen People, Gideon descends into pride and vengeance, punishing his own people and building a rival altar that draws Israel into idolatry. What began as a story of faith ends in compromise, revealing the subtle, destructive power of unchecked success.Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thechosenpeople.com/sign-up Episode 131 of The Chosen People is inspired by the Book of Joshua.Today's opening prayer is inspired by Proverbs 16:18, “Pride goes before destruction, a haughty spirit before a fall.”Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 6 April 2026

# 130 - Gideon Part II: The Dwindled Army - In this episode of The Chosen People, Gideon’s victory over Midian should have ended in gratitude—but instead, it sparked a descent into pride, vengeance, and idolatry. In this episode, we witness how a humble servant of God becomes a compromised leader, revealing the danger of forgetting who truly gives the victory.Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thechosenpeople.com/sign-up Episode 130 of The Chosen People is inspired by the Book of Joshua.Today's opening prayer is inspired by Proverbs 16:18, “Pride goes before destruction, a haughty spirit before a fall.” Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 5 April 2026

# 129 - Gideon Part I: The Weakling - In this episode of The Chosen People, Gideon hides from his enemies—and from his calling—when God meets him with an unexpected name: "mighty warrior." In this episode, we follow Gideon's journey from fear to obedience as he begins to realize that God's strength is made perfect in his weakness.Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thechosenpeople.com/sign-up Episode 129 of The Chosen People is inspired by the Book of Joshua.Today's opening prayer is inspired by 2 Corinthians 12:9, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.”Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 2 April 2026

# 128 - Deborah Part II: The Woman of Strength - In this episode of The Chosen People, Deborah leads Israel into battle alongside Barak, trusting in God's promise of victory over Sisera’s army of iron chariots. When Sisera flees, the final blow comes not from the battlefield, but from the hands of Jael—fulfilling God’s word through Deborah.Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thechosenpeople.com/sign-up Episode 128 of The Chosen People is inspired by the Book of Joshua.Today's opening prayer is inspired by Psalm 145:18, "The Lord is near to all who call on Him, to all who call on Him in truth."Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 1 April 2026

# 127 - Deborah Part I: The Prophetess - In this episode of The Chosen People, Deborah, a prophetess and judge of Israel, receives a word from God and calls Barak to lead an army against Sisera, the commander of Canaan’s forces. When Barak hesitates and asks Deborah to go with him, she agrees—but tells him the honor of victory will go to a woman.Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thechosenpeople.com/sign-up Episode 127 of The Chosen People is inspired by the Book of Joshua.Today's opening prayer is inspired by 2 Corinthians 12:9, “But he said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.’”Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 31 March 2026

# 126 - Shamgar: The Unsung Hero - In this episode of The Chosen People, an army of 600 Philistines threatens Israel, and a simple farmer named Shamgar rises up with nothing but an oxgoad and unshakable faith. In this gripping tale of humble courage, God uses the ordinary to bring extraordinary deliverance. Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thechosenpeople.com/sign-up  Episode 126 of The Chosen People is inspired by the Book of Joshua.Today's opening prayer is inspired by 2 Corinthians 12:9 , “The Lord said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.’”Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 30 March 2026

# 125 - Ehud: The Hidden Blade - In this episode of The Chosen People, Israel falls into darkness under Moabite oppression, and an unlikely hero rises from the margins. In this gripping tale of stealth and sacrifice, Ehud delivers justice with a hidden blade—forever altering the course of a nation.Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thechosenpeople.com/sign-up Episode 125 of The Chosen People is inspired by the Book of Joshua.Today's opening prayer is inspired by Isaiah 40:31, “But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength.”Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 29 March 2026

# 124 - Othniel: The Lord's Man - In this episode of The Chosen People, Israel begins their conquest of Canaan, but instead of wholehearted obedience, they settle for compromise. As courage gives way to convenience, God’s people face the painful consequences of partial devotion—and a divine warning that will shape their future.Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thechosenpeople.com/sign-up Episode 124 of The Chosen People is inspired by the Book of Joshua.Today's opening prayer is inspired by Psalm 28:7, “The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in him, and he helps me.”Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 26 March 2026