2 Chronicles 32–34: Manasseh Repents and Josiah Reads the Word
We meet three very different kings in this episode of 2 Chronicles 32–34. One who trusts God in crisis, one who repents after deep rebellion, and another who is transformed by God’s Word. God alone saves. When human strength fails, God proves He alone can save. Hezekiah’s story reminds us that prayer, faith, and godly counsel will triumph over any fear or threat.No one is too far gone. Manasseh’s dramatic turnaround reveals that no sin is too great for God’s mercy. True repentance can bring restoration, no matter how far we’ve fallen.God’s Word sparks revival. Josiah’s response to hearing the Book of the Law shows the power of Scripture to convict, guide, and spark personal and national revival.Show Notes:BlogWe love feedback, but can't reply without your email address. Message us your thoughts and contact info! Contact Bible Book ClubDonate or pick up merch here Like, comment, or message us through Bible Book Club's InstagramLike or comment on Susan's Facebook or InstagramLeave us an Apple reviewContact us through our website formThanks for listening and happy podcasting!
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2 Chronicles 29-31: Hezekiah Leads Judah Back to God
In 2 Chronicles 29–31, Hezekiah’s passion for God leads to a revival that starts in the Temple and ripples out to the entire nation. His story invites us to reflect on how we can pursue purity, lead faithfully, and extend God’s invitation to others.Themes of this podcast: Revival can begin with pursuing personal purity. Hezekiah starts by cleansing the Temple, reminding us that, as God’s dwelling place, we must examine and purify our own hearts, habits, and priorities.Faithful leadership creates a ripple effect. One person’s commitment to what’s right in God’s eyes can spark revival and restoration in their sphere of impact, whether that's family, workplace, or community.God’s invitation is for everyone. Hezekiah invites all of Israel, north and south, into worship, showing God’s heart to restore anyone willing to return. Our job is to extend that same invitation today.Show notes:BlogWe love feedback, but can't reply without your email address. Message us your thoughts and contact info! Contact Bible Book ClubDonate or pick up merch here Like, comment, or message us through Bible Book Club's InstagramLike or comment on Susan's Facebook or InstagramLeave us an Apple reviewContact us through our website formThanks for listening and happy podcasting!
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2 Chronicles 24-28: Missed Chance for Relational Restoration
In 2 Chronicles 24–28 we see what happens when leaders choose to trust in people instead of God. Through it all, God remains faithful, offering opportunity after opportunity for repentance and reconciliation.Divine discipline is an invitation to restoration. God’s discipline isn’t just punishment, it’s a loving call to return to relationship with Him.Misplaced trust and pride lead to destruction. The kings repeatedly trust in people, power, and pride instead of God, and it always ends in failure.God never stops seeking restoration. Despite repeated rejection, God continually offers opportunities for repentance and reconciliation.Show notes:BlogWe love feedback, but can't reply without your email address. Message us your thoughts and contact info! Contact Bible Book ClubDonate or pick up merch here Like, comment, or message us through Bible Book Club's InstagramLike or comment on Susan's Facebook or InstagramLeave us an Apple reviewContact us through our website formThanks for listening and happy podcasting!
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2 Chronicles 20-24: The Queen Who Almost Ended It All
What do you get when you mix royal marriages, palace drama, and one very wicked queen? In this episode, we follow the unraveling of a godly legacy as we wrap up chapter 20 and head into 2 Chronicles 21–24. One sinful alliance sets off a chain of destruction, but even in the chaos God’s promise to David stands firm. And through the quiet courage of two faithful people, the line of Christ is preserved.Themes of this podcast: Sinful alliances can derail Godly legacies. Jehoshaphat was a good king, but his alliance with Ahab opened the door for idolatry, violence, and spiritual decay in Judah. One unwise decision—marrying into a wicked family—allowed sin to unravel generations of godly influence.God preserves His promises, even through chaos. Despite betrayal, murder, and idolatry, God keeps His promises. His plans cannot be stopped even by the darkest evil.Ordinary faithfulness can change the course of history. Jehosheba and Jehoiada weren’t kings or warriors—they were a stepdaughter and a priest. But their courage, faith, and obedience became the turning point in Judah’s story. God uses faithful people in hidden places to do extraordinary things.Show notes: BlogWe love feedback, but can't reply without your email address. Message us your thoughts and contact info! Contact Bible Book ClubDonate or pick up merch here Like, comment, or message us through Bible Book Club's InstagramLike or comment on Susan's Facebook or InstagramLeave us an Apple reviewContact us through our website formThanks for listening and happy podcasting!
Join us for this episode where we see trusting God’s Word leads to lasting strength. But when fear fuels our choices, compromise can sneak in and leave a legacy we never intended.Themes of this podcast:Faithfulness doesn't need to be flawless. Jehoshaphat was a good and godly king, but not a perfect one. His story reminds us even faithful people can make foolish choices, and those choices can have generational consequences. Still, God’s mercy is bigger than our missteps.God’s Word builds strong foundations. When Jehoshaphat sent out teachers with the Law, revival followed. This wasn’t flashy leadership, it was faithful leadership. The Word of God, when taught and received, brings strength, peace, and God’s favor to a nation.Compromise has a ripple effect. Jehoshaphat’s alliance with Ahab looked strategic, but it sowed seeds of destruction. One compromised relationship led to idolatry, loss, and nearly wiped out the Davidic line. Fear-driven decisions often lead us far from faith.Show notes:BlogWe love feedback, but can't reply without your email address. Message us your thoughts and contact info! Contact Bible Book ClubDonate or pick up merch here Like, comment, or message us through Bible Book Club's InstagramLike or comment on Susan's Facebook or InstagramLeave us an Apple reviewContact us through our website formThanks for listening and happy podcasting!
The Bible. It’s been the #1 book sold since the day it was written, but have you read it? And if you read it, did you understand it? In the Bible Book Club podcast, we read every word of the Bible for you. In fact, Heather Rubio and Susan Merrill will do it all for you—read, discuss, and explore the only book ever written that can change your life forever. All you have to do is listen. Just join the club! Start in the beginning with Season 1: Genesis or choose a book. Available Seasons include Season 1 Genesis, Season 2 Exodus, Season 3 Leviticus, Season 4 Numbers, Season 5 Deuteronomy, Season 6 Joshua, Season 7 Judges, Season 8 Ruth, Season 9 1 Samuel, Season 10 2 Samuel Season 11 1 Kings