Failing the Test February 18, 2012 9:00 AM As told by storyteller John Walsh
The Philistines invade Israel with a massive army, and most of Saul’s army desert him. Samuel tells the king to wait for him and they would sacrifice to the Lord. The prophet doesn’t show up; so seven days later, Saul makes the sacrifice by himself. All of this was a test of faith, and the king fails the test. This Bible story is taken from I Samuel 13.
Peace for an Eye February 11, 2012 9:00 AM As told by storyteller John Walsh
After the celebration of making him king, Saul goes back to the family farm. God used the Ammonites to force him into action. They attack an Israelite city and demand the right eye of each person in exchange for peace. This is a story of how Saul rallies the nation to protect that city. It is taken from I Samuel 11.
Saul Made King February 4, 2012 9:00 AM As told by storyteller John Walsh
God selected Saul to be the first king of Israel. He was a man from the tribe of Benjamin. This story is taken from I Samuel 9-10 and tells how Saul was humble and even shy as he was declared king.
Ebenezer January 28, 2012 9:00 AM As told by storyteller John Walsh
This story is taken from I Samuel 7-8. In this story, Samuel becomes the last Judge of Israel before the time of the kings. He leads Israel in a national revival and they are at peace throughout his time as leader. Before he dies, the people ask him to select a king for them.
Ark of God Returned January 21, 2012 9:00 AM As told by storyteller John Walsh
This is the second part of a two-part story and is taken from I Samuel 4-6. It is also the earliest recorded account of the Bubonic Plague in history. The story ends with an event that starts a great movement back to God.
Ark of God Captured Saturday, January 14, 2012 9:00 AM As told by storyteller John Walsh
This is the first of a two-part story and is taken from I Samuel 4-6. This story is the fulfillment of what God told Samuel during the night. Israel is defeated, the sons of Eli are killed, and the Philistines capture the Ark of God.
Call of Samuel Saturday, January 7, 2012 9:00 AM As told by storyteller John Walsh
This is one of the better-known stories of the Old Testament. It starts with Hannah’s prayer for a child, and her dedication of Samuel to the Lord when he was born. The main focus of the story is God calling Samuel during the night. The story is taken from I Samuel 1-3.
Christmas #2 Saturday, December 24, 2011 9:00 AM As told by storyteller John Walsh
This is the second story of a three-part series covering all the events surrounding the birth of Messiah. This series is taken from all four Gospels. This part tells of the angel’s announcement to Joseph, the birth of Jesus, the angel’s announcement to the shepherds, meeting Simeon, and meeting Anna.
Christmas #1 Saturday, December 17, 2011 9:00 AM As told by storyteller John Walsh
This is the first story of a three-part series covering all the events surrounding the birth of Messiah. This series is taken from all four Gospels. This part tells of the birth of John and the angel’s announcement to Mary.
Ruth & Boaz Saturday, December 10, 2011 9:00 AM As told by storyteller John Walsh
This is the second of a two-part series about Ruth. This is one of the great love stories of the Bible. It is all based on the integrity of this woman who is a foreigner in Israel. This leads to a marriage that produces the line to King David.
This is the first of a two-part series about Ruth. This story starts with Naomi's family going to the country of Moab, where one of her sons marries Ruth. The heart of this story is Ruth's loyalty and love for her mother-in-law through all their trials.
This is the last story in the book of Judges, given in two parts. This second part (Judges 20-21) gives the details of how all the tribes of Israel united against the tribe of Benjamin, and almost eliminated them. With only 600 men left, Israel must find them wives so the tribe can continue on.