4/20 Job 3 - Real Suffering and Poor Counsel
Key Chapters of the Bible
When we’re faced with real suffering, where do we go for answers? Today we’ll study Job 3 and see that Job was suffering deeply and although his friends tried to counsel him, their words didn’t contain God's wisdom but man's. We’ll continue to lay the foundation for how to seek the Lord in the midst of real suffering and deep questions. DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS: 1. Who were Job’s friends that arrived at the end of chapter 2? 2. What did they do when they saw Job in verse 12? According to the podcast, why did they wait seven days before speaking? Can you imagine yourself waiting...
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4/19 Job 2 - Satan's Limitations
Key Chapters of the Bible
People sometimes talk about Satan as if he had unlimited power. Today we'll look at Job 2 and see that there are clear limits to what Satan can do. Job 2 presents us with many questions, join us as we seek to answer many of them! Check out our Bible Study Guide on the Key Chapters of Genesis! Available on To see our dedicated podcast website with access to all our episodes and other resources, visit us at: . Find us on all major platforms, or use these direct links: Spotify: Itunes: YouTube: . As always, we are grateful to be included in the "Top 100 Bible Podcasts to Follow" from ....
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4/18 Job 1 - Why Do Bad Things Happen to Good People?
Key Chapters of the Bible
One of the most common questions that people ask is, "Why do bad things happen to good people?" Or perhaps more broadly, "Why does evil exist in this world?" Today, we'll unpack Job 1 and begin to see that although we may not understand the reasons why some things happen, we do know that there ARE reasons. We just need to trust God. So, join us as we start a new book in our series on the Key Chapters of the Bible as we unpack Job chapter 1! Check out our Bible Study Guide on the Key Chapters of Genesis! Available on To see our dedicated podcast website with access to all our episodes and...
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4/17 Nehemiah 8 - A Blueprint for Preaching Today
Key Chapters of the Bible
What is the reason why we "do" church the way we do? Today we'll study Nehemiah 8 and see the basis for our modern worship services. Join us for another important study in the Key Chapters of God's Word! Check out our Bible Study Guide on the Key Chapters of Genesis! Available on To see our dedicated podcast website with access to all our episodes and other resources, visit us at: . Find us on all major platforms, or use these direct links: Spotify: Itunes: YouTube: . As always, we are grateful to be included in the "Top 100 Bible Podcasts to Follow" from . Also for regularly being awarded...
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4/16 Nehemiah 1 and 2 - Rebuilding After God's Judgment
Key Chapters of the Bible
Today, we turn to Nehemiah and watch God begin the work of rebuilding Jerusalem’s walls through an unlikely leader. From a cupbearer in Persia to a man burdened for his people, Nehemiah responds with prayer, bold faith, and decisive action. Join us as we’re reminded that God uses ordinary people who trust Him and when He is at work, nothing can stop His plans. Check out our Bible Study Guide on the Key Chapters of Genesis! Available on To see our dedicated podcast website with access to all our episodes and other resources, visit us at: . Find us on all major platforms, or use these...
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4/15 Ezra 9 and 10 - Ezra's Revival
Key Chapters of the Bible
What is the reason why we "do" church the way we do? Today we'll study Ezra 9 & 10 and see the basis for our modern worship services. Join us for another important study in the Key Chapters of God's Word! Check out our Bible Study Guide on the Key Chapters of Genesis! Available on To see our dedicated podcast website with access to all our episodes and other resources, visit us at: . Find us on all major platforms, or use these direct links: Spotify: Itunes: YouTube: . As always, we are grateful to be included in the "Top 100 Bible Podcasts to Follow" from . Also for regularly being...
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4/14 Ezra 3 - The Temple Foundation is Placed
Key Chapters of the Bible
How do you rebuild after failure? Where do you begin? Today in Ezra 3, we see the people return from exile and get to work rebuilding the temple,the walls, and the altar to restore worship. Join us as we see the importance of putting God first in everything—and how He works even in slow progress and imperfect circumstances. Check out our Bible Study Guide on the Key Chapters of Genesis! Available on To see our dedicated podcast website with access to all our episodes and other resources, visit us at: . Find us on all major platforms, or use these direct links: Spotify: Itunes: YouTube: ....
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4/13 Ezra 1 - The Unfolding of God's Work
Key Chapters of the Bible
What does it look like when God begins to restore His people after judgment? How does He actually bring that about? Today, we begin the book of Ezra and see how God moves nations, leaders, and even generations of people to accomplish His plan of restoration. Join us! Check out our Bible Study Guide on the Key Chapters of Genesis! Available on To see our dedicated podcast website with access to all our episodes and other resources, visit us at: . Find us on all major platforms, or use these direct links: Spotify: Itunes: YouTube: . As always, we are grateful to be included in the "Top 100...
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4/12 2 Chronicles 23 - The Hidden King
Key Chapters of the Bible
Can God use one person to save His people? Absolutely! Today we'll study 2nd Chronicles 23 and discuss how a brave woman saved Joash and ultimately saved the Davidic line of the kings. Join us! Check out our Bible Study Guide on the Key Chapters of Genesis! Available on To see our dedicated podcast website with access to all our episodes and other resources, visit us at: . Find us on all major platforms, or use these direct links: Spotify: Itunes: YouTube: . As always, we are grateful to be included in the "Top 100 Bible Podcasts to Follow" from . Also for regularly being awarded "Podcast...
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4/11 2 Chronicles 18 - Deceptive Prophets
Key Chapters of the Bible
Should we ever listen to a fortune teller or false prophet? Today we'll study 2nd Chronicles 18 and see that Ahab found out the hard way, that the answer is always "No!" Check out our Bible Study Guide on the Key Chapters of Genesis! Available on To see our dedicated podcast website with access to all our episodes and other resources, visit us at: . Find us on all major platforms, or use these direct links: Spotify: Itunes: YouTube: . As always, we are grateful to be included in the "Top 100 Bible Podcasts to Follow" from . Also for regularly being awarded "Podcast of the Day" from ....
info_outlineThere are times when the world seems to have all the glitz & glamor and we can be tempted to follow their ways. Today we’ll see that this attitude motivated the Israelites to seek a king. Although the Lord gave them their request, it was not without stern warning.
DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS:
1. The podcast opens with the social context of this chapter. How might the Philistine’s success have tempted the Israelites to copy the ways of the nations? 2. How old was Samuel at this point? What was his plan for the succession of authority after him? How was that working out? 3. In verse 5, what did the people want? How did Samuel initially view this demand in verse 6? 4. What did the Lord say about the people’s demand in verses 7 & 8? How might the people’s low view of their covenant with God help us understand why the Lord says these things? 5. In verses 10 to 17, what dangers did Samuel warn the people about? Why would a king have this impact on the nation? 6. What would the Lord’s response be to them in verse 18? How does their low view of their covenant with God help us understand why He would not listen to them? 7. In verse 20, why did the people want a king? What does this reflect about their view of God? 8. The podcast points out that Samuel is most well-known for the things he did in his old age. How does this give us hope that we’re never too old to be part of God’s work in this world? 9. The podcast speculated that Samuel’s circuit ministry in 1st Samuel 7 may have kept Samuel away from his family for long stretches. Why would this be a problem? How would this violate God’s instructions about the role of parents in Deuteronomy 6? 10. Why is it tempting to look at the world’s goods and to think that their success comes from their wisdom and their ways? 11. What dangers can you see in this passage about people forcing something to get what they want, but it not be God’s highest ideal for their life? 12. Finally, who should be our true king and how should we relate to Him?
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Also for regularly being awarded "Podcast of the Day" from PlayerFM.
Special thanks to Joseph McDade for providing our theme music.