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1 Kings 18: Rain Is Harder Than Fire
5 november 2026 · 7 min
1 Kings 18 reveals that while Elijah called down fire to demonstrate God’s power against false worship, his persistent prayer for rain teaches that spiritual revival requires believers to hunger for God’s presence and pray earnestly for His mercy to transform their communities and nations. Lees meer
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DETOUR with Priscilla Shirer | 1 Kings 17
4 november 2026 · 7 min
Join us for a detour in 1 Kings 17 with Priscilla Shirer.
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1 Kings 17: The Answer Is Found in a 100-Year-Old Prayer
4 november 2026 · 8 min
1 Kings 17 shows how Elijah confronted Israel’s wickedness during a three-year drought, reminding the nation that God’s answer was already revealed in Solomon’s prayer: repentance, confession, and a return to God would bring forgiveness and restoration. Lees meer
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1 Kings 16: A 500-Year-Old Promise Is Kept
3 november 2026 · 8 min
1 Kings 16 recounts how Hiel rebuilt Jericho despite God’s ancient warning through Joshua, losing both his sons as a result and demonstrating that God’s truth does not expire with time and cannot be challenged without consequences.
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1 Kings 15: A Surprising Answer to a Fill-in-the-Blank Question
2 november 2026 · 10 min
1 Kings 15 reveals that God identified Uriah the Hittite, rather than Bathsheba, as the exception to David’s faithfulness, emphasizing that David’s deeper failure was trying to cover up his sin instead of humbling himself, confessing, and allowing God to change his heart. Lees meer
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1 Kings 14: The Day Halloween Came to Jerusalem
1 november 2026 · 11 min
1 Kings 14 reveals how Rehoboam’s replacement of stolen gold shields with brass and the kings’ acts of deception illustrate the dangers of hypocrisy, urging believers to abandon pretense, pursue genuine faith in Jesus, and fight to preserve the precious things of God. Lees meer
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1 Kings 13: A Dead Body Surrounded by a Lion and a Donkey
31 oktober 2026 · 10 min
1 Kings 13 tells the tragic story of a man of God who stood against a wicked king but was deceived by an old prophet and died in disobedience, warning the church to resist the enemy’s attacks and beware of stubbornness and deception within its own ranks. Lees meer
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1 Kings 12: The Catastrophic Cost of a Bad Decision
30 oktober 2026 · 9 min
1 Kings 12 recounts how Rehoboam rejected the elders’ wise counsel in favor of his friends’ harsh advice, dividing Israel and bringing centuries of turmoil, reminding us to seek mature, godly counsel before making major decisions.
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1 Kings 11: The Horses Were the Alarm
29 oktober 2026 · 10 min
1 Kings 11 reveals how Solomon’s downfall was preceded by warning signs, as his multiplication of horses violated God’s instructions for Israel’s kings and foreshadowed his multiplication of wives, reminding us that failure is rarely as sudden as it appears and that ignored warnings can lead to devastating consequences. Lees meer
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1 Kings 10: I Think the King Should Have Said Something
28 oktober 2026 · 7 min
1 Kings 10 recounts the Queen of Sheba’s amazement at Solomon’s wisdom and prosperity, challenging us to give God the glory when others praise our accomplishments rather than remain silent about the One who deserves the credit.
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1 Kings 9: How Can a Billion-Dollar House Become a Heap of Ruins?
27 oktober 2026 · 8 min
1 Kings 9 records God’s warning to Solomon that the magnificent temple would become a heap of ruins if he and his descendants turned away from God, reminding us that no amount of hard work or impressive buildings can compensate for disobedience.
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1 Kings 8: When Things Are Broken in This World, God Can Fix It
26 oktober 2026 · 7 min
1 Kings 8 recounts Solomon’s temple dedication prayer, reminding us that because sin inevitably breaks people and nations, God calls us to pray, turn from our sin, and trust Him to hear from heaven and forgive.
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1 Kings 7: He Should Have Switched Houses
25 oktober 2026 · 7 min
1 Kings 7 contrasts Solomon’s seven-year temple project with the thirteen years he spent building his own palace, challenging us to examine whether our priorities reflect God’s purposes or our own desires and reminding us to put God first in every area of life. Lees meer
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1 Kings 6: Don’t Trip Over the Casket
24 oktober 2026 · 8 min
1 Kings 6 shows how God interrupted Solomon’s temple-building project to remind him that obedience and God’s presence mattered more than the structure itself, warning us not to become so consumed with building for God that we neglect our relationship with Him. Lees meer
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1 Kings 5: Cooperation
23 oktober 2026 · 10 min
1 Kings 5 shows how cooperation across nations and diverse people made Solomon’s temple possible, pointing to Jesus, the One greater than Solomon, who builds a greater spiritual temple from believers shaped and united by God.
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1 Kings 4: An Arm Around the Shoulder
22 oktober 2026 · 7 min
In 1 Kings 4, Solomon surrounds himself with capable leaders and a trusted friend like Zabud, reminding us that even in seasons of success, we need faithful companions who will put an arm around our shoulder and help us keep going.
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1 Kings 3: A Dream About Prayer
21 oktober 2026 · 7 min
In 1 Kings 3, Solomon asks God for wisdom and discernment in a dream, reminding us that wisdom comes from God through prayer and that His wisdom equips us to navigate the difficult tests and decisions of life.
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1 Kings 2: A Successful Succession
20 oktober 2026 · 9 min
In 1 Kings 2, Solomon follows David’s wise counsel by removing harmful influences, establishing boundaries, honoring promises, and walking in wisdom as he establishes his kingdom.
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1 Kings 1: Keep Your Horses, I’ll Take the Mule
19 oktober 2026 · 10 min
In 1 Kings 1, Solomon is established as king while Adonijah’s self-made coronation collapses, reminding us that God’s authority is greater than human power, influence, and impressive resources.
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2 Samuel 24: When Your Heart Troubles You
18 oktober 2026 · 10 min
In 2 Samuel 24, David’s troubled heart leads him to recognize his sin, reminding us to respond quickly to the Holy Spirit’s conviction and allow God to separate the chaff from our lives before sin brings greater consequences.
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2 Samuel 23: A Man’s Last Words
17 oktober 2026 · 9 min
David’s final words in 2 Samuel 23 reveal a heart filled with God and a confident hope for eternity, reminding us that a life faithfully lived with God prepares us to face death with the assurance that the next chapter is even better than the last.
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2 Samuel 22: The Only Difference Is One Verse, and It’s the Reason for the Song
16 oktober 2026 · 9 min
David’s song in 2 Samuel 22 reflects on God’s deliverance and reveals how decades of hardship shaped David’s perspective, turning even his painful years under Saul into the source material for a song of faith, endurance, and intimacy with God.
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2 Samuel 21: When Rocks Won’t Work Anymore
15 oktober 2026 · 9 min
David’s final giant battle in 2 Samuel 21 teaches that even experienced believers can become weary and need others to carry the baton, showing us that God often provides “Abishais”—friends, brothers, and spiritual partners—to help us overcome battles we can no longer fight alone. Lees meer
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2 Samuel 20: Did You Lose Your Head?
14 oktober 2026 · 9 min
Sheba’s rebellion in 2 Samuel 20 shows how emotional reactions, poor discernment, and forgetting God’s established order can lead a person into destructive decisions, while David’s recurring association with the trumpet reminds us to allow God’s ultimate victory to reshape the memories and emotions triggered by past battles. Lees meer
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2 Samuel 19: The Meaningful Connection for Longevity of Life
13 oktober 2026 · 11 min
Barzillai’s meaningful connection with David in 2 Samuel 19 demonstrates that it is never too late to be used by God, reminding us that wisdom, sacrifice, and faithful relationships can sustain others and give purpose even in old age.
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2 Samuel 18: The Real Influencers
12 oktober 2026 · 10 min
2 Samuel 18 introduces Ittai, a Philistine who became one of David’s commanders and mighty men, showing that true influence is not measured by the number of followers someone has but by the depth of relationships and the people willing to stand with us in difficult times. Lees meer
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2 Samuel 17: CSI on the Swinging Man
11 oktober 2026 · 12 min
2 Samuel 17 investigates the suicide of Ahithophel, revealing how more than 20 years of unresolved hurt and anger over David’s destruction of his family led to bitterness, betrayal, revenge, and ultimately death.
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2 Samuel 16: Mercy for the Rock Throwers
10 oktober 2026 · 9 min
2 Samuel 16 shows David responding with mercy and restraint when Shimei curses him and throws rocks at him, reminding us that those who have experienced God’s mercy should extend mercy even to those who oppose or mistreat them.
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2 Samuel 15: A Senior Citizen Fugitive
9 oktober 2026 · 11 min
2 Samuel 15 shows how Absalom’s rebellion forces David back into the wilderness late in his life, but Psalm 3 reveals that even at his lowest point, David was not ultimately looking for the ark, the throne, or escape—he was looking for God, finding peace and hope in Him while surrounded by enemies. Lees meer
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2 Samuel 14: Are We Seeing a Blind Spot?
8 oktober 2026 · 12 min
In 2 Samuel 14, Joab’s indirect approach to David reveals the danger of relationships where difficult things cannot be addressed face-to-face, and reminds us that leaders, parents, and all of us need people who can lovingly confront our blind spots.
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2 Samuel 13: I Wish David Would Have Said Something to His Son
7 oktober 2026 · 11 min
In 2 Samuel 13, Absalom’s hatred toward Amnon grew in silence for two years, and David never confronted it; this chapter explores how unchecked hatred can corrupt the heart and how love, forgiveness, and godly words can break its power.
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2 Samuel 12: Two Years of Kindness Should Have Led Him to Repentance
6 oktober 2026 · 12 min
2 Samuel 12 show how David, after committing adultery with Bathsheba and arranging Uriah’s death, experiences God’s kindness for two years before Nathan confronts him, showing that God’s patience is meant to lead us to repentance, not deeper into sin. Lees meer
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2 Samuel 11: The Chapter I Wanted to Skip Because It's too Painful to Read
5 oktober 2026 · 11 min
2 Samuel 11 reveals how David’s seemingly small decisions opened the door to adultery and devastating consequences, reminding us that temptation must be confronted with self-control and obedience before curiosity becomes sin.
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2 Samuel 10: The Ugliness of Cynical Living
4 oktober 2026 · 10 min
2 Samuel 10 shows how cynicism can turn an act of kindness into suspicion, conflict, and devastating consequences, reminding us to resist judging people’s motives and instead let love “believe the best for others.”
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2 Samuel 9: The Dead Dog Becomes the King’s Guest
3 oktober 2026 · 11 min
2 Samuel 9 reveals the transforming power of God’s grace through David’s kindness to Mephibosheth, showing how the King seeks out those crippled by sin and brings them from a place of brokenness and hiding to a seat at His table.
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2 Samuel 8: Train with Iron and Then Throw Wood
2 oktober 2026 · 7 min
2 Samuel 8 shows how David’s years of difficult battles and wilderness preparation equipped him for the victories God gave him as king, reminding us that what may feel like delay or hardship can actually be God’s training for what lies ahead.
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2 Samuel 7: If You Want to Know What’s in a Person’s Heart, Just Say “No” to Them
1 oktober 2026 · 9 min
2 Samuel 7 reveals David’s humble response when God says no to his desire to build the temple, showing that our response to God’s “no” can reveal whether our hearts are marked by gratitude for His faithfulness or frustration over our own plans.
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2 Samuel 6: You Should Have Let It Hit the Dirt
30 september 2026 · 10 min
2 Samuel 6 reveals the danger of treating God’s presence as ordinary and reminds us that when God is moving, our role is not to control or improve what He is doing but to obey, keep our hands off His glory, and let Him receive the honor.
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2 Samuel 5: Oil Means Battles and Oil Means Direction
29 september 2026 · 9 min
2 Samuel 5 shows that God’s anointing prepared David through years of battles and kept him dependent on God for fresh direction, reminding us that greater anointing brings greater responsibility, spiritual warfare, and the need to continually seek God for how to fight each battle. Lees meer
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2 Samuel 4: Don’t Let Your Friends Kill Your Enemies
28 september 2026 · 7 min
2 Samuel 4 reveals David’s refusal to celebrate the deaths of his enemies, showing how praying for those who have hurt us can cleanse our hearts from bitterness and revenge and even change the way we speak about them.
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2 Samuel 3: First Stronger and Then Weaker
27 september 2026 · 12 min
2 Samuel 3 shows how David was strengthened through the battles he faced but weakened by the foolish decisions of people within his own camp, reminding us that God can use storms to deepen our roots while we must confront the people and patterns that drain the strength those storms produced. Lees meer
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2 Samuel 2: Are You for Israel?
26 september 2026 · 7 min
2 Samuel 2 contrasts David, who sought God’s direction before taking the throne, with Ish-bosheth, who was made king by Abner for political purposes. Their story raises the question of whether we are pursuing God’s purposes for His people or simply protecting our own position, power, and prominence. Like the question asked by a six-year-old survivor in Sderot, “Are you with Israel?” challenges us to consider whether we are living for a bigger purpose than our own advancement. Lees meer
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2 Samuel 1: A Killer on the Couch
25 september 2026 · 9 min
2 Samuel 1 revisits Saul’s death through the account of an Amalekite who claims to have helped him die, revealing the danger of holding onto what God has commanded us to surrender. Like Saul sparing the Amalekites, we can keep people, relationships, opportunities, or desires we have labeled as “good,” only to discover later that the unsurrendered thing becomes destructive. The chapter challenges us to let God—not our own judgment—determine what belongs in our lives. Lees meer
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1 Samuel 31: Suicide
24 september 2026 · 11 min
1 Samuel 31 tells the tragic story of Saul’s final battle and death, revealing how years of discouragement, disobedience, and spiritual collapse culminated in a devastating end while reminding us that God’s abundant life remains the answer to despair. Lees meer
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1 Samuel 30: Finding Home
23 september 2026 · 10 min
Welcome to a special on-site detour from Jerusalem! Lees meer
In 1 Samuel 30, David reaches rock bottom in Ziklag, but as he strengthens himself in the Lord, God begins leading the weary fugitive back toward the home and destiny he had nearly forgotten.
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1 Samuel 29: Thank God for the Philistines, or David Would Have Had Two Citizenships
22 september 2026 · 8 min
In 1 Samuel 29, David’s divided loyalties collide when Philistine commanders refuse to let him fight against Israel, turning what looks like betrayal into God’s providential rescue and redirecting David toward his calling.
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1 Samuel 28: I Told You So
21 september 2026 · 8 min
In 1 Samuel 28, Saul’s fear leads him to a medium at Endor, where Samuel reminds him that God had already warned him decades earlier that his disobedience would cost him the kingdom, while David’s own detour shows that restoration is still possible when he turns back to God. Lees meer
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1 Samuel 27: Head to Foot: Making Sure the Battles of the Mind Don’t Materialize
20 september 2026 · 10 min
In 1 Samuel 27, David’s private battle of the mind shows how unchecked thoughts can move from the head to the feet, leading us into dangerous detours unless we confront them with truth, the Spirit, and honest confession. Lees meer
Correction: The passage of scripture read at the end of this episode is Psalm 32:3-5 in The Message, not Psalm 38.
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1 Samuel 26: The Biography of a Mighty Man
19 september 2026 · 12 min
In 1 Samuel 26, Abishai’s decision to say yes to David’s dangerous mission begins a lifelong journey that shows how one courageous choice and the people we follow can shape the biography of our lives. Lees meer
Correction: Dwight D. Eisenhower was only elected president twice.
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1 Samuel 25: You Are Becoming Who You Swore You Wouldn’t Be
18 september 2026 · 11 min
In 1 Samuel 25, David’s furious response to Nabal reveals how easily we can become the very thing we swore we would never be unless we stop running from our past and intentionally pursue becoming like Christ.