The Family Bible Journey Podcast

The Ark Comes to Jerusalem, A Priestly Perspective I Chronicles 15-16 OT S1:E221

David learned a painful lesson when he tried to move the ark in an unorthodox way. But in these chapters, we see that he learned his lesson. We also hear legendary songs of praise that were sung as the ark entered Jerusalem, which were also recorded among the psalms.

Samaritan Woman, John 4 NT S1:E114

Jesus exalts a woman with a checkered past when he deigns to speak with the Samarian woman. Despite the ethnic, religious, social and other barriers between these two, God's love prevails. By the end of this chapter, the woman is a leading evangelist, bringing her entire town to Jesus.

Half-Measures, A Priestly Perspective I Chronicles 13-14 OT S1:E220

In moving the ark, and building his family, David was only half-faithful to the Lord. His decision to move the ark on a cart, instead of on poles, as Moses instructed, cost the life of a priest. His lust, and accumulation of wives in Jerusalem, is also not what God requested of the kings. These chapters remind us that David, great as he was, is still human.

The Shepherd King, A Priestly Perspective, I Chronicles 11-12 OT S1:E219

David's installation as king, and early military feats, are recorded in these chapters. Imperfect though he was, David was used mightily by God to unite the nation politically and in faith. He was a great blessing as king for all the good he did for the nation.

John 3:16, John 3:16-36 NT S1:E113

We hear a perfect summary of Jesus's life's work and the entire Bible in John 3:16. Nicodemus learns of the Spirit's work in a cold dark world. Then, John the Baptist reappears, to affirm that the work of God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit, is one and the same-to bring light to darkness and life in place of death.

The Demise of Saul, A Priestly Perspective, I Chronicles 10 OT S1:E218

The circumstances surrounding Saul's death are recorded in this chapter. We learn from Saul to watch our own souls, and be careful always to listen to the Lord and His will for us.

King Saul, A Priestly Perspective, I Chronicles 8-9 OT S1:E217

Saul's descendants were important players in Israel when the exiles were allowed to return to Jerusalem. Despite his sin, Saul was the first king of Israel. As such, he was honored, even though he was not always an honorable man.

Born Again? John 3:1-15 NT S1:112

Jesus has an honest conversation with Nicodemus, who saw God at work in Jesus, but didn't understand how God works. We find comforting words here, as we grow in our understanding of baptism and the powerful promises of God.

Levi and Naphtali, A Priestly Perspective I Chronicles 6-7 OT S1:E216

The tribe of Levi gets a whole chapter, but poor Naphtali only gets a single verse of mention. This gives us opportunity to reflect on the promise Isaiah gave to Naphtali, that the Savior would arise there, despite her demise and mediocrity among the tribes.

King David, A Priestly Perspective, I Chronicles 3-5 OT S1:E215

King David receives special treatment as the king who faithfully established the Temple worship and affirmed the priests and Levites. We notice that the Chronicler makes editorial comments on the people and events from Israel's history. Each editorial comment is a lesson in God's faithfulness, despite the unfaithful nature of His people.