68: The Story of Scripture – 1 Samuel 6-12

2025-05-09

In this episode of The Story of Scripture, Ted Ryskoski, Lane Lawson, and Rachel Chester discuss the Israelites continued struggle with conforming to the nations around them instead of being a blessing to the nations. They treat the ark of the covenant as if it was a magic talisman and reject God as their king. God, in his abundant patience, agrees to give the people the king they desire- tall, handsome, and wealthy. Israel's monarchy is established, but it shakily begins through misguided...

They treat the ark of the covenant as if it was a magic talisman and reject God as their king.

God, in his abundant patience, agrees to give the people the king they desire- tall, handsome, and wealthy. Israel's monarchy is established, but it shakily begins through misguided motivations and an uncertain king.

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