Best Bible League International Podcasts (2024)

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Philips ministering in the Philippines 20:31

7d ago20:31

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The cornerstone of Bible League International's global ministry is creating Philips, named after the evangelist, who in Acts 8, leads the Ethiopian to Christ. You'll also get to hear about staff from Bible League who recently visited the Philippines and saw God at work through our programs, including Project Philip Bible studies. Guests Deanna and …

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Day 166 | David's 30 Heroes | David takes a census | Peter heals Tabitha | An Angel visits Cornelius 23:07

4h ago23:07

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Day 166 of the Holy Bible One Year Challenge. David's mighty men steal the show with epic feats, while a drama unfolds back in the palace as David decides to play count-the-people and ends up saying 'Oops! My bad,' thus leading to a real estate deal that'd make HGTV jealous. In Acts, Peter embarks on a supernatural healing spree, while in a nearby …

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Day 165 | David prays to God | God converts Saul to Christianity 20:12

2h ago20:12

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Day 165 of the Holy Bible One Year Challenge. King David turns his experiences into a chart-topping mixtape of gratitude and wisdom, before giving a shout-out to his legendary 'God's Gang' who were redefining bravery, one giant-slaying adventure at a time. In Acts, Saul, the notorious Christian hunter, receives a divine surprise party on his road-t…

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Day 164 | David regains Israel | More Philistine giants appear | Philip baptizes an Ethiopian Official 23:42

2h ago23:42

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Day 164 of the Holy Bible One Year Challenge. It's an action-packed episode with rebel squashing, javelin tossing, and some eerily repeated family feuds, plus giant extermination because, apparently, David's crew didn't get enough of that the first time around. In Acts, Dealing with adversity like a pro, Philip goes on a divine road trip, turning S…

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Day 163 | David finds out Absalom is dead | The Apostle Stephen sees heaven before being stoned to death 24:00

5h ago24:00

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Day 163 of the Holy Bible One Year Challenge. In a massive twist, David's mourning over rebellious son Absalom's death strikes the victors with gloom, prompting a king-sized pep talk, and setting the stage for a royal comeback, despite the crowd's mixed feelings. In Acts, Stephen, with a historical mic drop, connects Jewish history to Jesus, but th…

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Day 162 | David battles Israel | Absalom caught in a tree | Stephen recounts Moses 23:35

1d ago23:35

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Day 162 of the Holy Bible One Year Challenge. In a riveting display of palace intrigue, Absalom seizes Jerusalem, Ahithophel spins webs of deceit, and David's warriors clash in a dramatic battlefield showdown, all culminating in a hair-raising cliffhanger with Absalom suspended mid-air, ensnared by his own luxurious locks. In Acts, Moses, Egypt's r…

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Day 161 | Absalom moves towards Jerusalem | Shimei curses King David | The Apostle Stephen is questioned 20:00

3d ago20:00

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Day 161 of the Holy Bible One Year Challenge. When the rebellious son, Absalom, hosted the ancient equivalent of a major political rally, David escapes from Jerusalem. Stephen storms the scene, dazzling with his wisdom and miraculous powers, only to end up in a tense courtroom drama, beginning a powerful monologue about Abraham's early adventures.S…

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Day 160 | A wise woman from Tekoa speaks to King David | Apostles gain miraculous powers 22:31

4h ago22:31

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Day 160 of the Holy Bible One Year Challenge. Absalom scores a full-season redemption arc only to launch a chilling coup against his dad, King David, turning family dinner into 'Survivor: Jerusalem. In Acts, with miraculous healings, angel jailbreaks, and eloquent speeches, the apostles turned Jerusalem into the hottest reality show of the century,…

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Day 159 | Amnon hurts Tamar | Absalom gets revenge | Ananias and Sapphira suddenly die 19:32

2h ago19:32

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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 pa…

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Day 158 | David marries Bathsheba | Uriah killed in battle | John and Peter are arrested and questioned 23:14

8d ago23:14

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Day 158 of the Holy Bible One Year Challenge. King David gets caught up in a spicy royal scandal involving an ill-fated rooftop rendezvous, a dubious dispatch to the battlefield, and a baby; and the Prophet Nathan, master of storytelling, gives David a hefty reality check that he won't forget anytime soon. In Acts, Peter and John, the miracle-makin…

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Day 157 | David gives kindness then goes to War | Peter and John heal a paralyzed man 18:27

9d ago18:27

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Day 157 of the Holy Bible One Year Challenge. King David, the royal BFF, remembers his pact with Jonathan and treats his disabled son Mephibosheth like royalty, but when he tries to play the Good Samaritan to the Ammonite king, his goodwill gesture hilariously backfires. In Acts, Peter and John channel their inner miracle-workers, healing a man who…

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Day 156 | David prays then conquers his enemies | Peter preaches | Thousands are baptized 20:58

3d ago20:58

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Day 156 of the Holy Bible One Year Challenge. In a divine real estate deal, God promises David a dynastic forever-home, and David responds by morphing into an ancient Near East version of Alexander the Great, expanding his kingdom like it's going out of style. In Acts, Peter gives a compelling sermon that converts a whopping 3000 people, starting t…

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Day 155 | David relocates the Ark of the Covenant | The Holy Spirit comes upon the Apostles 17:39

3d ago17:39

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Day 155 of the Holy Bible One Year Challenge. In a rip-roaring ride of ancient real estate acquisition, David turns Jerusalem into his personal fortress, and with a joyous jive that'd make any dance-off judge jealous, he brings the Ark of the Covenant to town, causing some serious spousal side-eye from Michal. From divine lottery tickets that pick …

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Day 154 | David unites Judah and Israel | Jesus ascends into the clouds 21:33

9d ago21:33

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Day 154 of the Holy Bible One Year Challenge. In a swirl of palace intrigue, royal promotions, David rises from a fugitive to the undisputed king of a united Israel, marking a major upgrade in his leadership profile. In Acts, In a cosmic game of 'Pass the Baton,' Jesus vanishes into a cloud after hinting about the coming of the Holy Spirit, leaving…

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Day 153 | David battles Israel for power | The risen Jesus cooks fish for his disciples 19:23

5d ago19:23

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Day 153 of the Holy Bible One Year Challenge. In a tumultuous tangle of shifting allegiances, royal squabbles, and bad blood, the Israelites play an ancient version of 'King of the Hill', with David and Ish-Bosheth going head-to-head for the ultimate throne upgrade. In John, in a seafood-filled finale, Jesus hosts a beach barbecue, fishes out mirac…

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Day 152 | David hears of Saul's death | Jesus appears to his disciples 17:10

12d ago17:10

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Day 152 of the Holy Bible One Year Challenge. In a heart-thumping season opener, David mourns the loss of Saul and Jonathan with a power ballad, while also being crowned king of Judah, sparking the inevitable 'Who wore it better?' debate with Ish-Bosheth, Saul's son. In John, Jesus gives the ultimate surprise party by popping in on his friends post…

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Day 151 | Saul's final battle against the Philistines | Jesus dies on the cross and is buried 19:31

7d ago19:31

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Day 151 of the Holy Bible One Year Challenge. In an action-packed finish to 1 Samuel, David plays double agent, dodges a bullet with the Philistines, and goes full Rambo, rescuing his kidnapped family and friends, before mourning the death of Saul, proving he's got a heart as big as his warrior spirit. In John, in an intense twist of events, Jesus …

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Day 150 | David joins the Philistines | Saul consults a witch | Jesus is nailed to a cross 25:03

9d ago25:03

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Day 150 of the Holy Bible One Year Challenge. David plays 'Hide and Seek' champ twice with Saul's gear, an old lady summons the grumpy spirit of Samuel at a late-night séance, and Saul gets a 'spoiler alert' for a really bad next day. In John, Jesus dons a cruel, prickly crown for a royal makeover, Pilate washes his hands off the whole messy affair…

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Day 149 | David wins over King Saul | Abigail pleads with David | Jesus is questioned by Pilate 20:12

13d ago20:12

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Day 149 of the Holy Bible One Year Challenge. David plays 'catch and release' with Saul in a cave and then throws the ultimate desert dinner party for the feisty Abigail after her grumpy husband, Nabal, RSVPs 'no'. In John, Peter plays 'Not It' during the rooster's morning crow, while Jesus and Pilate engage in a deep existential chat about truth a…

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Day 148 | King Saul pursues David | Priests of Nob are murdered | Jesus is arrested 23:37

11d ago23:37

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Day 148 of the Holy Bible One Year Challenge. Dodging King Saul's tantrums, David goes on a thrilling ‘hide-and-seek’ spree, showing off his survival skills, winning battles, and becoming the 'Robin Hood' of his time. In John, in another game of hide-and-seek, Jesus is caught by the bad guys, faces the world's worst interrogators and redefines the …

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Day 147 | Saul tries to kill David | Jesus prays for his followers 21:01

19d ago21:01

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Day 147 of the Holy Bible One Year Challenge. Saul plays a deadly game of 'darts' with David, who becomes a medieval fugitive with Jonathan's help, setting off a buddy-cop escapade filled with secret signals, archery and plenty of field-running. In John, Jesus, the divine team captain, gives the biggest, most heartwarming pep talk in history, prayi…

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Day 146 | David slays Goliath | Saul goes mad | Jesus claims victory over the World 20:31

13d ago20:31

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Day 146 of the Holy Bible One Year Challenge. David, the underdog shepherd boy, suits up in King Saul's ill-fitting armor, decides 'Nah, not for me', then proceeds to defeat giant Goliath with just a sling and stone, scoring immediate bromance with Prince Jonathan and an unasked-for fan club in King Saul's court. In John, Jesus, acting like the wor…

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Day 145: David is anointed | Goliath threatens the Israelites | Jesus is like a vine 22:21

21d ago22:21

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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 shepher…

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Day 144 | Saul gets fired as King of Israel | Jesus comforts His followers during the Last Supper 24:00

22d ago24:00

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King Saul imposes a strict fast on his troops, which nearly leads to disaster when his son Jonathan unknowingly breaks it and gains victory over the Philistines. Saul's impulsive vow almost costs Jonathan his life, but the troops intervene, saving him. Later, Saul disobeys God's command by sparing the Amalekite king and the best livestock, leading …

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Day 143: Saul gets Israel in trouble | Jonathan battles the Philistines | Jesus finds his betrayer 17:58

23d ago17:58

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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…

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Day 142: Saul fights the Ammonites| Samuel warns the people | Jesus washes the feet of His followers 23:30

16d ago23:30

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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…

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Day 141: Saul is anointed King of Israel by Samuel | Jesus enters Jerusalem on a donkey 22:10

18d ago22:10

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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 Israe…

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Day 140: The Ark gives trouble to the Philistines | Jewish leaders plan to kill Jesus 20:29

19d ago20:29

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The Philistines capture the Ark of the Covenant and place it in the temple of their god Dagon, but calamity befalls them as their idol falls and they suffer from plagues. Terrified, they return the Ark to Israel, where it brings blessings to those who treat it with reverence. Will the Israelites recognize the power of the Ark and follow God's comma…

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Day 139 | Samuel becomes a Priest | Philistines steal the Ark | Jesus raises Lazarus from death 22:26

19d ago22:26

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A man of God warns Eli, the high priest, about the impending judgment on his household due to the sins of his sons, Hophni and Phinehas. God declares that both sons will die on the same day, and a faithful priest will be raised in Eli's place. Despite the warning, Eli's sons continue their wicked ways, leading to the capture of the Ark of the Coven…

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Day 138: Hannah dedicates Samuel to the Lord | Jesus does miracles by God's authority 21:10

21d ago21:10

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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 hou…

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Day 137: Boaz marries Ruth, the Moabite | Jesus explains He is the true shepherd 17:18

21d ago17:18

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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 Naom…

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Day 136 | Ruth travels with Naomi and meets Boaz | Jesus heals a blind man on the Sabbath | The Jews investigate 22:30

22d ago22:30

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Naomi, a widow, and her daughter-in-law Ruth, also widowed, leave Moab to return to Bethlehem. Ruth, determined to support Naomi, gleans in the fields of Boaz, a kind and wealthy relative. Will Boaz recognize Ruth's loyalty and kindness, leading to a brighter future for them both? Jesus encounters a man born blind and heals him by making mud with h…

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Day 135: Israel goes to war against the tribe of Benjamin | Jesus tells the Jews their Father is the devil 24:52

24d ago24:52

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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 continua…

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Day 134: The concubine of a Levite is savagely attacked | Jesus is the Light of the World 21:48

1M ago21:48

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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 I…

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Day 133: Samson is captured | Micah collects idols | Jesus saves an adulterous woman 17:45

1M ago17:45

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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 reg…

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Day 132: Mighty Samson kills a lion then marries a Philistine | Jesus affirms he is sent by God 20:07

1M ago20:07

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In Judges 14-15, Samson's journey intertwines with personal revenge and divine destiny. After his marriage to a Philistine woman goes awry, he vows vengeance against her people, using supernatural strength to outwit and overpower them. His exploits, from killing a lion with his bare hands to catching 300 foxes and using them to set the Philistines'…

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Day 131: An Angel of the Lord tells of a new Judge, Samson | Followers of Jesus leave when He reveals the truth 16:29

1M ago16:29

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In Judges 12, the conflict between the Ephraimites and Jephthah escalates after the Ephraimites criticize Jephthah for not calling them to fight the Ammonites. Jephthah responds by fiercely defending his actions and engaging in a brutal battle with them, using a password trick at the river crossing to distinguish and slay fleeing Ephraimites. Movin…

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Day 130: Jephthah brings victory to Israel, but at a terrible price | Jesus speaks about Eternal Life 23:34

1M ago23:34

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In Judges 10-11, Israel is oppressed by the Ammonites, leading them to repent for forsaking God. Jephthah, a fierce but outcast warrior, is chosen by the elders of Gilead to lead the fight against Ammon. After vowing disastrously to sacrifice whatever first comes out of his house if he wins, Jephthah is victorious, but his only daughter greets him …

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Day 129: Abimelech begins a wave of terror on the Israelites | Jesus walks on the water which scares his followers 20:37

1M ago20:37

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In Judges 9, Abimelech, a son of Gideon through his concubine, conspires to become king by brutally killing his seventy half-brothers, except for the youngest, Jotham, who escapes. Abimelech rules over Israel for three turbulent years, facing rebellion and ultimately meeting his demise when a woman drops a millstone on his head during the siege of …

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Day 128: Gideon battles the Midianites with 300 warriors | Jesus establishes his authority 20:41

1M ago20:41

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In Judges 7:8-8, Gideon and his tiny army of 300 men, armed with trumpets and jars with torches inside, surround the Midianite camp at night. Following Gideon's lead, they break the jars, sound the trumpets, and shout, causing chaos and fear among the Midianites who turn on each other in the darkness. Gideon's unconventional tactics lead to a signi…

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Day 127: The young Gideon is chosen to lead the Israelites in battle | Jesus teaches on Judgment and God's Will 18:49

1M ago18:49

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In Judges 6-7, the Israelites are oppressed by the Midianites, leading them to cry out to the Lord for help. God chooses Gideon, a humble farmer, to save Israel and gives him signs of assurance, including the famous fleece test. Armed with a small army chosen by God, Gideon prepares to face the vast Midianite forces. Will Gideon's tiny band of 300 …

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Day 126: Deborah, a Judge, leads the Israelites to victory | Jesus heals on the Sabbath 20:21

1M ago20:21

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In Judges 4-5, Deborah, a prophetess and leader of Israel, teams up with Barak to face the formidable Canaanite army led by Sisera. Despite overwhelming odds, they trust in God's promise of victory. The Canaanites are routed, and Sisera meets his end at the hands of Jael, who drives a tent peg through his skull while he sleeps. Can Deborah and Bara…

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Day 125: The Judges, Ehud, Othniel, and Shamgar save the Israelites | Jesus converts many Samaritans 18:34

1M ago18:34

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In Judges 2:6-3, after Joshua's death, the Israelites fail to fully drive out the Canaanites, leading them to coexist and eventually adopt their pagan practices, which angers God. As a result, God decides not to assist Israel against their enemies, instead using these nations to test Israel's faithfulness. Amidst the turmoil, God raises judges as l…

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Day 124 | Judah fights the Canaanites | Jesus meets a Samaritan woman and teaches about eternal life 20:11

1M ago20:11

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In Judges 1-2:1-5, after Joshua's death, the Israelites inquire of God who should lead them into battle against the Canaanites. The tribe of Judah is chosen, and together with Simeon, they achieve several military victories, but struggle to completely drive out the inhabitants due to their chariots of iron. Despite these victories, an angel rebukes…

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Day 123: Joshua delivers a final message | People think Jesus is competing with John the Baptist 20:55

1M ago20:55

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In Joshua chapters 23 and 24, Joshua, nearing the end of his life, gathers all the tribes of Israel to deliver a poignant farewell address. He recounts the mighty deeds God performed for Israel, from delivering them from Egypt to granting them victory over their enemies and possession of the Promised Land. Joshua challenges the people to remain fai…

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Day 122: Israelites give land to the priests | A suspicious altar is built | Jesus teaches Nicodemus about baptism 21:00

1M ago21:00

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In Joshua 21:20-22, the tribes of Israel receive their allotments of land, fulfilling God's promises made to their ancestors. The Levites, dedicated to religious duties, are granted cities and pasturelands throughout the tribal territories. As the Israelites settle into their new homes, Joshua calls the eastern tribes—Reuben, Gad, and half the trib…

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Day 121: Joshua finishes dividing up the land | Jesus turns water into wine -- his first miracle 19:43

2M ago19:43

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In Joshua chapters 19 to 21, the remaining seven tribes of Israel receive their inheritance of land, divvied up by Joshua under God's guidance. The Levites, who have no land of their own, are granted specific towns and pastures within these allocations, ensuring their care by the other tribes. Amidst these distributions, how will the Levites mainta…

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Prison Fellowship and Bible League: A Transforming Partnership 40:46

1M ago40:46

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Ten years ago, Bible League International (BLI) and Prison Fellowship International (PFI) joined together to minister around the US and the world to those in prison, their families and even those they've offended. The result is that hundreds of thousands have been impacted by the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Andy Corley and Jos Snoep each serves as Pres…

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Day 120: Joshua divides the conquered lands to the remaining tribes | Jesus begins his ministry 18:13

2M ago18:13

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In Joshua chapters 17 and 18, the Israelites continue the division of the Promised Land under Joshua's guidance. Chapter 17 details the allotments for the tribes of Manasseh and Ephraim, highlighting issues such as gender in inheritance rights and territorial disputes. By chapter 18, seven tribes had not yet received their land, prompting Joshua to…

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Day 119: Joshua divides the conquered lands | Caleb's daughter gets married | John the Baptist questioned 23:14

2M ago23:14

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In Joshua 15-16, the land of Canaan is divided among the tribes of Israel, with Caleb claiming the hill country of Hebron and the descendants of Joseph receiving vast territories including Ephraim and West Manasseh. These chapters detail the specific boundaries and cities encompassed within these tribal allotments, reflecting God's promises and the…

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