Crack the Good Book

Two different men: Both of them were Jews, both of them were born in the same time and place, and both of them betrayed the Lord who chose them. What made them different?

In this giant-sized celebration episode, we do two of my most favourite things in the world and i) explore a question by ii) telling a story. Enjoy!

On how Hushai neutralized the counsel of Ahithophel.

On how David's greatest advisor went over to his son's side, and the counsel that he gave him.

On how Absalom stole the hearts of the people.

On how Absalom used the wisdom of the Proverbs to try to steal the kingdom from his father...

In this episode we close out our series on Jonathan and his father Saul with a final comparison of the very different ground on which each man based his confidence.

All of us look for signs of God's presence and direction. But Jonathan takes it to a whole new level.

What is the point of the genealogical description of this obscure character, Ahitub, in 1 Samuel 14.

Jonathan sneaks away from his father's camp to engage in some holy mischief.