Israel's Return to God - The Book of 1 Samuel

In this Bible Story, Saul's pride and disobedience begins to show. Although he claims many victories, his attitude against God was muddied by his own pride and anxiety. This story is inspired by 1 Samuel 13. Go to BibleinaYear.com and learn the Bible in a Year.Today's Bible verse ...  Show more

In this Bible Story, Saul rises as king. He leads the Israelites into victory over the Ammonites, and all the people rejoice over their new leader. However, a flickering light of pride dwells within Saul’s heart. This story is inspired by 1 Samuel 11. Go to BibleinaYear.com and l ...  Show more

Beyond the stories of Hannah and David’s battle with Goliath, the book of 1 Samuel tends not to be well known. This episode of the podcast kicks off a series covering the book. 1 Samuel is a theological history of the beginnings of Israel’s monarchy. There are not only many in ...

Have you ever wondered where the earliest sermons in the Bible are found? Moses’ final speech to Israel, found in Deuteronomy, is the first time we see what is essentially a modern sermon—a long speech meant to communicate God’s truth. Just as Israel is about to enter the prom ...

Today’s podcast episode delves into the rich history of the Psalms and their pivotal role in shaping Israel's spiritual life. The Psalms, though ancient, remain as relevant today as they were when they were written. They guide us, inspire us, and provide solace during tim ...

As we get ready for the Bible in a Year journey, Fr. Mike shares five tips for reading the Bible that will help us to hear God's voice in scripture. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be ...  Show more