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40 Minutes In The Old Testament

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Join Chad Bird and Daniel Emery Price on a weekly 40 minute quest to unearth Christ in the pages of the Old Testament.

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1 Kings 17:1-24 (Episode 314)

April 26, 2022 18:37 - 43 minutes - 61.4 MB

Elijah is hunted but cared for by God by ravens. He is then sent to live with a widow and her son who are on the brink of starvation. God miraculously provides for the three of them day by day. And for the first time in scripture, we see someone raised from the dead. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! 1517 Podcast Network 1517 YouTube Donate

1 Kings 16:5-17:1 (Episode 313)

April 19, 2022 03:49 - 42 minutes - 60.8 MB

Kings come and go. Some reign for a while and some for only a few days. Some are murdered. And some do the murdering. But idolatry remains through it all. But God is about to speak through a prophet named Elijah. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! 1517 Podcast Network 1517 YouTube Donate

1 Kings 15:11-16:4 (Episode 312)

April 13, 2022 05:54 - 41 minutes - 59.8 MB

King Asa reduces idolatry but cannot avoid war with Israel. But Asa convinces the king of Syria to side with him. Future rulers of Israel and Judah are not nearly as opposed to idolatry as Asa and God is not pleased. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! 1517 Podcast Network 1517 YouTube Donate  

1 Kings 14:18-15:10 (Episode 311)

April 06, 2022 21:05 - 40 minutes - 59 MB

We say goodbye (good riddance) to Jeroboam, but his son isn’t going to be any better. The king of Egypt flexes his power over Judah. And there was only one time when David acted as an idolator does. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! HWSS Regional Conference 1517 Podcast Network 1517 YouTube Donate

1 Kings 14:1-18 (Episode 310)

March 28, 2022 03:07 - 40 minutes - 61.5 MB

Jeroboam’s son falls ill so he sends his wife to Ahijah the prophet to see if he can receive a good word from him. But it’s all bad news from the prophet. And repentance can change history. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! HWSS Regional Conference 1517 Podcast Network 1517 YouTube Donate

1 Kings 13:1-34 (Episode 309)

March 22, 2022 00:31 - 41 minutes - 60.7 MB

A man of God from Judah travels to Jeroboam. The prophet’s words are not received but a dried-up hand stops Jeroboam from seizing him. A separate prophet lies to get the man of God to eat and drink with him. And a donkey and a lion are waiting on the road home. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! HWSS Regional Conference 1517 Podcast Network 1517 YouTube Donate

1 Kings 12:12-33 (Episode 308)

March 14, 2022 20:02 - 40 minutes - 59.6 MB

Rehoboam takes bad advice and delivers a hard word to the people. Israel rejects him and makes Jeroboam king. But Jeroboam does the unthinkable as he tries to hang on to power. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! HWSS Regional Conference 1517 Podcast Network 1517 YouTube Donate

1 Kings 11:34-12:11 (Episode 307)

March 07, 2022 22:35 - 39 minutes - 58.9 MB

Solomon chooses to try to kill Jeroboam instead of repenting. Jeroboam flees to Egypt. Solomon dies and his son is crowned king. But Rehoboam isn’t his father and certainly isn’t his grandfather. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! HWSS Regional Conference 1517 Podcast Network 1517 YouTube Donate

1 Kings 11:9-33 (Episode 306)

March 01, 2022 23:40 - 41 minutes - 62.9 MB

God addresses the idolatry that Solomon has allowed into Israel, and He is not pleased. God raises adversaries against Solomon but promises the kingdom won’t completely fall in Solomon’s life. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! HWSS Regional Conference 1517 Podcast Network 1517 YouTube Donate

1 Kings 10:11-11:8 (Episode 305)

February 21, 2022 21:22 - 41 minutes - 60.6 MB

Solomon gives the Queen of Sheba anything she desires. His wealth is beyond comprehension. He takes hundreds of wives and concubines. And as is always the case, idolatry threatens to ruin everything. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! HWSS Regional Conference 1517 Podcast Network 1517 YouTube Donate

1 Kings 9:24-10:10 (Episode 304)

February 16, 2022 05:42 - 40 minutes - 60.6 MB

Solomon’s Egyptian wife lives in her own house. The queen of Sheba hears about the wisdom and glory of Solomon and travels to see if the rumors are true… and they are. Everyone is blessed and happy for the time being. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! HWSS Regional Conference 1517 Podcast Network 1517 YouTube Donate

1 Kings 9:6-23 (Episode 303)

February 08, 2022 23:18 - 39 minutes - 60.6 MB

God warns Solomon that if Israel worships other gods, they will become a cautionary tale. Despite this warning, God’s promises remain true. And Solomon gives King Hiram 20 “cities” he doesn’t want. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! HWSS Regional Conference 1517 Podcast Network 1517 YouTube Donate

1 Kings 8:54-9:5 (Episode 302)

January 31, 2022 16:09 - 40 minutes - 61.3 MB

Solomon gives a benediction to close the dedication of the temple followed by a ton of sacrifices. Rest is what the people want but can never seem to find. And God appears to Solomon again and makes some if/then statements. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! HWSS Regional Conference 1517 Podcast Network 1517 YouTube Donate

1 Kings 8:28-53 (Episode 301)

January 24, 2022 19:24 - 40 minutes - 60.5 MB

Solomon continues his prayer of dedication for the temple. Forgiveness is going to be needed in all things. Word of the wonders of God will spread. And why we should ask God to be who He has always been. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! HWSS Regional Conference 1517 Podcast Network 1517 YouTube Donate

1 Kings 8:1-27 (Episode 300)

January 18, 2022 05:26 - 40 minutes - 59.7 MB

Solomon gathers the elders and brings the Ark into the temple. The temple is great but not where God will finally dwell. Solomon gives a halfway decent speech but a really good prayer. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! HWSS Regional Conference 1517 Podcast Network 1517 YouTube Donate

1 Kings 7:13-51 (Episode 299)

January 11, 2022 06:46 - 40 minutes - 58.4 MB

Solomon finishes decorates and furnishes the outside and inside of the temple. Water and bronze are everywhere. And the Gentiles being brought in is symbolized at the house of God. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! HWSS Regional Conference 1517 Podcast Network 1517 YouTube Donate

1 Kings 6:2-7:12 (Episode 298)

January 03, 2022 16:48 - 39 minutes - 57.6 MB

Solomon builds the temple. No iron tool was brought on site. Cherubim are freakier than you think. God is more interested in faithful worship than where He lives. And the temple pales in comparison to Solomon’s house. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! 1517 Podcast Network 1517 YouTube Donate

1 Kings 5:1-6:1 (Episode 297)

December 28, 2021 04:10 - 39 minutes - 58.2 MB

Solomon prepares to build the temple. The king of Tyre was a friend of David and wants to be a friend to Solomon. A deal is struck involving cedar trees, food and olive oil as a massive workforce is assembled. And the exodus is nearing its conclusion. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! 1517 Podcast Network 1517 YouTube Donate

Christmas is Scandalous

December 21, 2021 04:34 - 36 minutes - 54.8 MB

Chad, Daniel and Erick are joined by the hosts of Theocast (Jon Moffitt & Justin Perdue) to discuss why Christmas is scandalous. We hope you enjoy this special episode. Merry Christmas! 1517 Christmas Album 1517 Podcast Network 1517 YouTube Donate

1 Kings 4:1-34 (Episode 296)

December 15, 2021 15:56 - 40 minutes - 55.9 MB

We meet the men in Solomon’s royal cabinet and his twelve officers. The fame of his wealth and wisdom is starting to spread, but all the horses could be a problem. And Solomon is really into plants and animals. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! 1517 Podcast Network 1517 YouTube Donate

1 Kings 3:4-28 (Episode 295)

December 07, 2021 06:52 - 41 minutes - 58.4 MB

God asks Solomon what he wants from Him and after boasting about his father Solomon asks for wisdom. Sin is really put away when someone repents. And two prostitutes put Solomon’s wisdom to the test. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! 1517 Podcast Network 1517 YouTube Donate

1 Kings 2:36-3:3 (Episode 294)

November 29, 2021 17:48 - 43 minutes - 62.1 MB

Solomon places restrictions on where Shimei can travel which ends badly for David’s old foe. Solomon makes a marriage alliance with the Pharaoh. And the new king has the order he should build things backward. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! 1517 Podcast Network 1517 YouTube Donate

1 Kings 2:13-35 (Episode 293)

November 22, 2021 06:03 - 41 minutes - 61.5 MB

Adonijah makes a foolish request that costs him his life. Solomon expels Abiathar the priest. And Chad and Daniel say goodbye to Joab. Have a listen! 1517 Podcast Network 1517 YouTube Donate

1 Kings 2:1-12 (Episode 292)

November 15, 2021 11:12 - 39 minutes - 60.1 MB

Chad and Daniel say goodbye to David in this episode. Before his death, David tells Solomon to remain faithful to God but also gives him a hit list. David is a complicated figure and goes down as the best king Israel ever had. Have a listen! 1517 Podcast Network 1517 YouTube Donate

1 Kings 1:28-53 (Episode 291)

November 11, 2021 17:45 - 42 minutes - 62.8 MB

David makes Solomon king and the city shakes as the new king rides on David’s mule and sits on his throne. Joab senses a storm is coming. And Adonijah fears for his life and clings to horns on the altar. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! 1517 Podcast Network 1517 YouTube Donate

1 Kings 1:1-27 (Episode 290)

November 01, 2021 23:32 - 42 minutes - 63.1 MB

Chad and Daniel begin the book of 1 Kings in this episode. David is old and out of touch with what is going on in his kingdom. His son Adonijah, beings to set himself up as the next king and gets some important people to agree with him. But Nathan and Bathsheba have different plans. Have a listen! 1517 Podcast Network 1517 YouTube Donate

2 Samuel 24:1-25 (Episode 289)

October 27, 2021 16:54 - 40 minutes - 62.1 MB

Chad and Daniel wrap up 2 Samuel in this episode. God is angry because David numbers the people (even though He told him to). David chooses between three punishments and puts himself in the hands of God. Jesus shows up and agrees further punishment will be deferred. Have a listen! 1517 Podcast Network 1517 YouTube Donate

2 Samuel 23:3-39 (Episode 288)

October 21, 2021 14:52 - 41 minutes - 60.4 MB

Chad and Daniel continue to discuss David’s last words and then explore the list of his mighty men. Protect the lentils fields and kill a lion in a pit in the snow. Have a listen! 1517 Podcast Network 1517 YouTube Donate

2 Samuel 22:37-23:2 (Episode 287)

October 11, 2021 18:56 - 41 minutes - 60.8 MB

Chad and Daniel continue to discuss a song of David and his role as the hymn writer of Israel. David gives all credit for his victories to God. David and his offspring are shown steadfast love forever. And the Lord lives. Have a listen! 1517 Podcast Network Regional Event in Las Vegas 1517 YouTube Donate

2 Samuel 22:1-36 (Episode 286)

October 04, 2021 14:56 - 42 minutes - 61.6 MB

Chad and Daniel discuss a song of salvation by David. God is a dragon riding on an angel to save His beloved. Someone is righteous, is it David or his son… or both? Have a listen! 1517 Podcast Network Regional Event in Las Vegas 1517 YouTube Donate

2 Samuel 21:1-22 (Episode 285)

September 28, 2021 16:00 - 41 minutes - 59.2 MB

Chad and Daniel discuss some stories from David’s past added to the end of the book. How will he deal with a famine in the land and a request from the Gibeonites to turn over 7 sons of Saul for execution? What happens when you come up with your own atonement solutions? And David’s men are pretty good at slaying giants. Have a listen! 1517 Podcast Network Regional Event in Las Vegas 1517 YouTube Donate

2 Samuel 20:2-26 (Episode 284)

September 20, 2021 18:28 - 41 minutes - 60.3 MB

Amasa first. Joab plans to tear down a city to find Sheba but is convinced to do otherwise by a wise woman from Abel. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen. 1517 Podcast Network Regional Event in Las Vegas 1517 YouTube Donate

2 Samuel 19:16-20:2 (Episode 283)

September 14, 2021 02:28 - 41 minutes - 60.2 MB

David pardons his enemies (for now). Mephibosheth is overjoyed that David has returned but David misreads his intentions. And the tribes of Israel fight over who has more claim to the king as David remains silent. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen. 1517 Podcast Network Regional Event in Las Vegas 1517 YouTube Donate

2 Samuel 18:19-19:15 (Episode 282)

September 08, 2021 13:30 - 43 minutes - 62.7 MB

Two men race to tell David “Good News” he doesn’t want to hear. David falls apart mourning the death of Absalom. Joab rebukes David and issues a clear threat if he doesn’t pull himself together. David listens but replaces Joab as commander of his army. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. 1517 Podcast Network Regional Event in Las Vegas 1517 YouTube Donate

2 Samuel 18:1-18 (Episode 281)

September 01, 2021 00:14 - 40 minutes - 60.7 MB

David and Absalom have their forces assembled for battle. David has three commanders and one of them isn’t someone you would expect. And David’s desire for Absalom to be spared isn’t enough to save his son from his long hair or Joab. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. 1517 Podcast Network Regional Event in Las Vegas 1517 YouTube Donate

2 Samuel 17:1-29 (Episode 280)

August 23, 2021 19:48 - 41 minutes - 60.8 MB

Absalom receives opposing advice from Ahithophel and Hushai. David’s friend wins out and buys him some time. A woman hides messengers trying to reach David. And Ahithophel goes the way of Judas. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. The Christ Key Book 1517 Podcast Network Regional Event in Las Vegas 1517 YouTube Donate

2 Samuel 16:1-23 (Episode 279)

August 17, 2021 01:05 - 40 minutes - 58.4 MB

David believes an unlikely story from the mouth of Ziba. David is cursed by a man drunk with hate. And Absalom follows the council of the man esteemed by everyone, including David. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. 1517 Podcast Network Regional Event in Las Vegas 1517 YouTube Donate

2 Samuel 15:13-37 (Episode 278)

August 09, 2021 17:13 - 40 minutes - 57.7 MB

David flees Jerusalem with his servants as Absalom approaches. David finds more loyalty among the gentiles than his own people. David’s top advisor has sided with Absalom, but David has one friend left who might be an answer to his prayers. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. The Christ Key Book 1517 Podcast Network Regional Event in Las Vegas 1517 YouTube Donate

2 Samuel 14:25-15:12 (Episode 277)

August 02, 2021 17:09 - 41 minutes - 58.1 MB

Absalom has great hair but still spends two years without seeing his father. He lights Joab’s field on fire to get an audience with David. Absalom gets a chariot and 50 men and begins to put a plan in place to steal the hearts of the people. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. The Christ Key Book 1517 Podcast Network Regional Event in Las Vegas 1517 YouTube

2 Samuel 14:1-24 (Episode 276)

July 27, 2021 04:43 - 42 minutes - 60.4 MB

Joab puts together a plan to trap David in his words and bring Absalom home. A wise and courageous woman tells David a very Cain and Able story and asked David to do something contrary to the law. It’s no parable of the prodigal son, but the gospel is in the mouth of an unlikely massager. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. 1517 Podcast Network Regional Event in Las Vegas 1517 YouTube Donate

2 Samuel 13:23-39 (Episode 275)

July 19, 2021 20:20 - 42 minutes - 66.3 MB

Absalom waits two years and then puts together a plan to kill Amnon. It isn’t a good plan, but it gets the job done. David is watching his house fall apart while Absalom is on the run. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. 1517 Podcast Network Regional Event in Las Vegas 1517 YouTube Donate

2 Samuel 13:1-20 (Episode 274)

July 12, 2021 19:26 - 42 minutes - 62.8 MB

Chad and Daniel discuss one of the most disturbing stories in the Old Testament. David’s house is starting to fall apart as his eldest son’s obsession with his half-sister leads to dark and terrible events. And Absalom begins to see his father as weak and foolish. 1517 Podcast Network Regional Event in Las Vegas 1517 YouTube Donate

2 Samuel 12:16-31 (Episode 273)

July 05, 2021 01:21 - 40 minutes - 61.1 MB

David morns everything Nathan told him about his son. David’s servants are concerned about him. David’s son dies and he has an unexpected response. And Solomon is born. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. 1517 Podcast Network Regional Event in Las Vegas 1517 YouTube Donate

Psalm 51 (Episode 272)

June 28, 2021 22:15 - 42 minutes - 67.8 MB

Chad and Daniel hit pause on 2 Samuel to look at Psalm 51. David pleads with God for mercy, forgiveness, and a clean heart and says he will tell sinners everywhere about the steadfast love of his God. This is a beautiful Psalm of repentance and forgiveness. Have a listen. 1517 Podcast Network Regional Event in Las Vegas 1517 YouTube Donate

2 Samuel 12:1-15 (Episode 271)

June 21, 2021 05:01 - 40 minutes - 61.5 MB

God sends the prophet Nathan to confront David about his sin. Nathan tells a story about a poor man and a lamb and David condemns himself in his reaction. Sin is admitted and forgiveness is given in one of the great pictures of confession and absolution in the scriptures. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. 1517 Podcast Network Regional Event in Las Vegas 1517 YouTube Donate

2 Samuel 11:14-27 (Episode 270)

June 14, 2021 18:27 - 39 minutes - 59.1 MB

Uriah won’t cooperate with David’s plan to cover up his sin, so he sends him back with a letter instructing Joab to make sure Uriah doesn’t survive the battle. Joab doesn’t follow the instructions, but still gets David what he wants. And David marries the wife of Uriah. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. 1517 Podcast Network Regional Event in Las Vegas 1517 YouTube Donate

2 Samuel 11:1-13 (Episode 269)

June 08, 2021 02:26 - 41 minutes - 61.7 MB

Chad and Daniel discuss the beginning of the lowest part of David’s life. While his men are gone at war, David becomes idle, and watching a beautiful woman bathe starts a chain of terrible and sin-riddled events. 1517 Podcast Network Regional Event in Las Vegas 1517 YouTube Donate

2 Samuel 10:1-19 (Episode 268)

June 01, 2021 23:00 - 39 minutes - 57 MB

The king of the Ammonites dies, and David tries to deal kindly with his son, which is responded to with a grave insult. And David begins staying home while his men go out to fight. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! 1517 Podcast Network Regional Event in Las Vegas 1517 YouTube Donate

Podcast Network Celebration Episode

May 24, 2021 16:57 - 50 minutes - 52.6 MB

The 1517 Podcast Network is 3 years old! Chad Bird, Daniel Emery Price, Erick Sorensen, Scott Keith, and Caleb Keith sit down and have a conversation about scripture. Enjoy this special episode and please consider supporting the network. Donate to the Podcast Network A Field Guide to the Bible Podcast HWSS Las Vegas Regional Event

2 Samuel 8:9-9:13 (Episode 267)

May 18, 2021 04:04 - 41 minutes - 60.2 MB

Some of David’s sons become priests. David remembers his promise to Jonathan and wants to show the kindness of God to someone from the house of Saul. The messiness of the church and the love of God are on full display. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! 1517 Podcast Network Regional Event in Las Vegas 1517 YouTube Donate