# 123 - Conquest of Canaan - In this episode of The Chosen People with Yael Eckstein, Israel enters the Promised Land with fire and force, but as compromise and fear creep in, their partial obedience begins to unravel Hashem’s command. In this powerful episode, the conquest turns into a cautionary tale, as the people’s hesitation opens the door to idol worship, fractured faith, and a sobering warning from the Angel of the Lord.

Episode 123 of The Chosen People with Yael Eckstein is inspired by the Book of Joshua.

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Today's opening prayer is inspired by Psalm 86:11, “Teach me your way, O Lord, that I may walk in your truth; unite my heart to fear your name.”

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Show Notes:

(02:21) Intro with Yael Eckstein

(03:45) Conquest of Canaan

(18:18) Reflection with Yael Eckstein

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# 122 - Be Strong and Courageous II - In this episode of The Chosen People with Yael Eckstein, Joshua gathers the people of Israel one final time to renew their covenant with God, challenging them to choose whom they will serve as he prepares to step into eternity. With stirring words and a solemn ceremony at Shechem, he urges a new generation to walk in faith, warning them that true worship requires courage, commitment, and a heart fully devoted to the Lord.

Episode 122 of The Chosen People with Yael Eckstein is inspired by the Book of Joshua.

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Today's opening prayer is inspired by Psalm 51:10, “Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a right spirit within me.”

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Show Notes:

(02:07) Intro with Yael Eckstein

(02:57) Be Strong and Courageous II

(22:31) Reflection with Yael Eckstein

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# 121 - The Promise Land - In this episode of The Chosen People with Yael Eckstein, the Israelites finally receive their tribal inheritances as Joshua oversees the division of the Promised Land, fulfilling God’s long-awaited promise to Abraham. But as the eastern tribes return home and suspicion rises, Israel must decide whether the gift of land will unite them—or tear them apart.

Episode 121 of The Chosen People with Yael Eckstein is inspired by the Book of Joshua.

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Today's opening prayer is inspired by Psalm 37:4, “Delight yourself in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart.”

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Show Notes:

(03:46) Intro with Yael Eckstein

(04:36) The Promise Land

(17:47) Reflection with Yael Eckstein

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# 120 - The Northern Kings - In this episode of The Chosen People with Yael Eckstein, the northern kings unite to crush Israel, Joshua leads his people into one of their greatest battles yet. In this episode, we explore how faith, not numbers or chariots, secures victory when God is the one who fights for you.

Episode 120 of The Chosen People with Yael Eckstein is inspired by the Book of Joshua.

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Today's opening prayer is inspired by Luke 16:10, “Whoever can be trusted with very little can also be trusted with much.”

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Show Notes:

(02:41) Intro with Yael Eckstein

(04:12) The Northern Kings

(24:02) Reflection with Yael Eckstein

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# 119 - The Sun Stands Still - In this episode of The Chosen People with Yael Eckstein, Israel’s enemies unite against Gibeon, Joshua honors his word and rushes to their defense. In this episode, we witness the power of bold prayer and a God who responds—not only stopping armies, but even pausing the sun.

Episode 119 of The Chosen People with Yael Eckstein is inspired by the Book of Joshua.

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Today's opening prayer is inspired by Psalm 74:16, “Yours is the day, yours also the night; you have established the heavenly lights and the sun.”

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Show Notes:

(02:07) Intro with Yael Eckstein

(03:09) The Sun Stands Still

(21:05) Reflection with Yael Eckstein

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# 118 - Treaty of Lies - In this episode of The Chosen People with Yael Eckstein, Joshua makes a peace treaty without seeking God’s counsel—only to discover he’s been deceived. In this episode, we explore the consequences of misplaced trust and the importance of seeking God’s guidance in every decision.

Episode 118 of The Chosen People with Yael Eckstein is inspired by the Book of Joshua.

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Today's opening prayer is inspired by Proverbs 10:9, “Whoever walks in integrity walks securely, but whoever takes crooked paths will be found out.”

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Show Notes:

(01:28) Intro with Yael Eckstein

(02:31) Treaty of Lies

(17:51) Reflection with Yael Eckstein

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# 116 - Achan's Greed - In this episode of The Chosen People with Yael Eckstein, Israel suffers a crushing defeat—because of one man’s hidden sin. Discover how disobedience, even in secret, can disrupt God’s plan—and how faithfulness restores it.

Episode 116 of The Chosen People with Yael Eckstein is inspired by the Book of Joshua.

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Today's opening prayer is inspired by 1 Timothy 6:10, “For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil.”

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Show Notes:

(02:11) Intro with Yael Eckstein

(03:55) Achan's Greed

(30:15) Reflection with Yael Eckstein

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# 117 - Defeating Ai - In this episode of The Chosen People with Yael Eckstein, Israel is given a second chance to conquer Ai—this time, with trust and obedience. Discover how Hashem turns ruins into redemption and shows that true victory comes through grace.

Episode 117 of The Chosen People with Yael Eckstein is inspired by the Book of Joshua.

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Today's opening prayer is inspired by 2 Corinthians 12:9, “But he said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.’ Therefore I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest upon me.”

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Show Notes:

(02:11) Intro with Yael Eckstein

(03:41) Defeating Ai

(21:18) Reflection with Yael Eckstein

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# 115 - The Walls of Jericho - In this episode of The Chosen People with Yael Eckstein, Joshua leads Israel to face Jericho's towering walls—not with weapons, but with obedience and faith. Discover how Hashem’s power is revealed not through might, but through trust in the absurd.

Episode 115 of The Chosen People with Yael Eckstein is inspired by the Book of Joshua.

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Today's opening prayer is inspired by John 14:15, “If you love me, keep my commands.”

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Show Notes:

(02:12) Intro with Yael Eckstein

(03:19) Walls of Jericho

(26:52) Reflection with Yael Eckstein

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# 114 - The Commander of the Lord's Army - In this episode of The Chosen People with Yael Eckstein, as Joshua prepares for battle, he encounters a mysterious figure with a drawn sword—revealing that God is not here to take sides, but to take command. In this gripping episode, we explore what it means to surrender our plans and stand on holy ground.

Episode 114 of The Chosen People with Yael Eckstein is inspired by the Book of Joshua.

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Today's opening prayer is inspired by Joshua 1:9, “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.”

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Show Notes:

(01:04) Intro with Yael Eckstein

(02:39) The Commander of the

(14:52) Reflection with Yael Eckstein

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