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.

God is speaking…are you ready to listen?

The Bible Savvy team dives into 1 Samuel 3. Samuel’s surprising encounter with God reminds us to be open to God’s voice.

Are you new to Bible reading? Check out the ‘Getting Started with the Bible’ self-paced online course here.

Craving more context? Click to watch the Bible Project videos for 1 Samuel and 2 Samuel.

Check back for Pastor Clayton’s special interview with Bill Arnold for even more insight!

Happy New Year! In this special short episode, the team has a fun conversation around one big question: What would happen if you ran New Year’s and made the plan everyone had to follow? Take a study break, enjoy the conversation, and kick off 2026 with some lighthearted moments from the Bible Savvy team.

The team will jump back into the regular Bible Savvy reading schedule next week.

Merry Christmas from the Bible Savvy podcast!

In this special short episode, the team shares laughs, talks through favorite Christmas movies, and reflect on God’s goodness — both this season and across nearly a decade of Bible Savvy. Take a study break and celebrate with great conversations and Christmas memories!

Jump into the Bible Savvy reading schedule at biblesavvy.com.

Are you walking in the truth?

In this episode of the Bible Savvy Podcast, the team digs into the brief book of 2 John, highlighting his call to stay alert to false teaching and to show genuine love by walking in truth and obedience to God’s commands.

Looking for the Bible Project video on John? You can find it here.

John’s letters may be short, but they’re incredibly clear and powerful.

This week, the Bible Savvy team explores 1 John 1:1–2:2, where John opens with simple, unmistakable truth: Jesus is real, God is light, and his forgiveness is complete. These verses offer an honest look at sin — and a beautiful reminder that Jesus is our advocate.

Looking for the Bible Project video on John? You can find it here.

God’s story isn’t over yet. It’s still unfolding, even in the middle of uncertainty.

This week, Bible Savvy explores Philippians 1:12–30, where Paul shows us that even in our hardest moments, God is still at work.

Looking for the bible Project videos on Philippians? You can find them here!

Some passages of Scripture might be difficult to read — and Judges 19 is one of them.

This week, the Bible Savvy team approaches this painful chapter with care, helping us understand Israel’s spiritual collapse during a time when “everyone did what was right in their own eyes” and the cautionary tale it offers today—including what happens when communities ignore injustice or look away from the hardest parts of their story.

Content Warning: This episode discusses themes of violence and sexual assault, which may be difficult for some listeners.

Want more on Judges? Check out the expert interview with Dr. Sandra Richter here.

Are you trusting your own strength more than God’s?

This week, the Bible Savvy team walks through Judges 15, where Samson’s fiery anger, surprising victories, and flawed strength reveal both the danger of self-reliance and the surprising ways God works through imperfect people.

Check out the Faith At Work Podcasts and Audio Prayer Guides at ccclife.org/faithatwork.

Want more on Judges? Check out the expert interview with Dr. Sandra Richter here.