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S1E12: David (Part 1) – Shepherd & Warrior

Posted on September 30, 2026 by Theresa Haigler

https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-v63zm-1b334b9 What does a forgotten shepherd boy have in common with a giant, a jealous king, and a group of distressed and discontented men? And why did David refuse to take the throne when he had more than one opportunity … Continue reading →

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S1E11: Ruth, Naomi, & Boaz

Posted on September 23, 2026 by Theresa Haigler

https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-6t7v8-1b333d3 What does a Moabite widow, a field in Bethlehem, and an ancient kinsman-redeemer have to do with Jesus? In this episode, we follow Ruth and Naomi from loss and emptiness to an unexpected harvest of redemption. Along the way, … Continue reading →

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S1E10: Judges

Posted on September 16, 2026 by Theresa Haigler

https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-n2tcf-1b305dc What happens when an entire nation begins doing what is right in its own eyes? From Deborah and Jael to Gideon’s 300 men and Samson’s incredible strength, the book of Judges is filled with unforgettable stories—but beneath them is … Continue reading →

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S1E9: Joshua

Posted on September 9, 2026 by Theresa Haigler

https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-bdxkb-1b3009d Giants, a scarlet cord, a flooded river, twelve stones, and walls that come crashing down—Joshua is packed with details that are easy to miss. In this episode, we’ll follow Israel as they finally enter the Promised Land and discover … Continue reading →

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The Gospels in Chronological-ish Order

Posted on November 24, 2024 by Theresa Haigler

I have to say “ish” because there really is no way to know the exact order or timeline on some of these events. And my brain doesn’t like that. I like a story to flow nicely from beginning to end … Continue reading →

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Whatchu talkin’ bout Willis?

Posted on March 29, 2024 by Theresa Haigler

Today on this Good Friday, I’m sitting on my back porch (Happy Place) studying Judges to get ready for our lesson next week. In this section of scripture you see Gideon’s army getting dwindled down by God from 32,000 to … Continue reading →

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The Book of Jasher (Sefer ha-Yasher)

Posted on February 10, 2024 by Theresa Haigler

There are so manuscripts that have been published of this book. It is said to be “a midrash that covers Biblical history, from creation until the Judges period. Named after an ancient text referred to in Joshua 10:12 and II … Continue reading →

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Stretching Prayer Muscles

Posted on July 21, 2023 by Theresa Haigler

Today in my Bible study I was reminded that God’s people in the Old Testament would pray the Shema (Deut. 6:4-9) twice a day at 9:00am and 3:00pm. You may recognize those times as the morning and evening sacrifices. You … Continue reading →

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Storms

Posted on April 10, 2023 by Theresa Haigler

There are two different storm stories on the Sea of Galilee in the New Testament. In one, Jesus is already in the boat, asleep on a cushion, and the disciples wake Him up because of the storm. Jesus calms the … Continue reading →

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Bloom Where You Are Planted

Posted on August 20, 2022 by Theresa Haigler

Fun Clichés: “The early bird…catches the worm” “An apple a day…keeps the doctor away” “Always a bridesmaid…never a bride” “Do as I say…not as I do” “Here today…gone tomorrow” “Money doesn’t grow on… trees”              “Bloom where you are… planted.” … Continue reading →

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