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In 2 Samuel 15, David’s son Absalom quietly undermines the king’s authority as he positions himself for power. The Bible Savvy Podcast team explores how issues left unchecked can grow, spiral, and reshape everything. Looking to better understand the books of 1 and 2 Samuel? You can find Pastor Clayton’s interview with Bible scholar Bill Arnold here.

The Bible Savvy Podcast team wrestles with 2 Samuel 13, a difficult passage that exposes the impacts of generational sin and the importance of having the courage and wisdom to do the right thing. Please note, this conversation does touch on themes of sexual assault and violence, which may be difficult for some listeners. Looking to better understand the books of 1 and 2 Samuel? You can find Pastor Clayton’s interview with Bible scholar Bill Arnold here.

Friendship, grief, and grace. In this episode of the Bible Savvy Podcast, the team digs into 2 Samuel 1, exploring themes of loyalty, lament, and honoring those with messy stories. Looking for more context? Check out the Bible Project video on 2 Samuel and Pastor Clayton’s interview with Bible scholar Bill Arnold.

In a live recording of the Bible Savvy Podcast, Pastors Clayton, Courtney, and David discuss a story where David has the chance to kill Saul, who has been hunting him down, but chooses to spare him. Why would David do this? This story will show us how the kingdom comes not by grasping for it, but by trusting God to give it to us. Want more on 1 & 2 Samuel? Check out Pastor Clayton’s interview with Old Testament scholar Bill Arnold available here.

Be careful what you ask for! The Bible Savvy Podcast explores the challenging lessons of 1 Samuel 12. Samuel’s response to the peoples’ cry for a human king reminds us to surrender our desires to God. Want more on 1 & 2 Samuel? Check out Pastor Clayton’s interview with Old Testament scholar Bill Arnold available here.

In this bonus episode of the Bible Savvy Podcast, Pastor Clayton interviews Dr. Bill Arnold, Paul S. Amos Professor of Old Testament Interpretation at Asbury Theological Seminary. Dr. Arnold, a leading Old Testament scholar and author of the NIV commentary on the books of 1 and 2 Samuel, provides important context and insight to help understand how God answered Israel’s call for a human king. Jump into the Bible Savvy reading schedule at biblesavvy.com.