The timing of David's arrival at Saul's palace shows that God is always a few steps ahead of Satan.

Saul's selection as king is not what it seems, though he is enough to distract both man and Satan.

An identical flaw in Eli and Samuel's ministry justifies people's desire for dramatic change. Satan appears to have derailed God's intended system of governance, but has he?

A pivotal moment in Gideon's development is held as an example for us, but in reality, this famous event is an instance of a lack of faith.

A prophet seemingly reveres God's authority, but the whole narrative tells a much different, darker story.

Following a man of legendary status is always hard. Joshua acclimates to his role by degrees.

The attempt to undermine the plan of succession is the very event that forges the character of the next leader.

Satan tries to sabotage the Exodus and drive a wedge between God and His people.

Moses returns as a man with doubts, but events lead to a decision to fill the role God has planned for him.

Moses Banishment to Midian provides God a chance to shape Moses into the man God needs. Moses a chance to figure out who he really is and to choose who he's going to be.