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23 videos
The Wadi, the Ridges, and the Stone: David and Goliath's Actual Battlefield | 1 Samuel 17
Come with us to the Valley of Elah in Israel, the exact place where 1 Samuel 17 unfolded 3,000 years ago. In this video, we analyze the topography of the battle—the Israelite ridge at Shaaraim, the Philistine ridge, and…
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From Shepherd to Monarch: What does it Mean Anoint a King? 1 Samuel 16
Go beyond the Sunday School story and discover the historical and geographical context of David’s anointing in 1 Samuel 16. Walk through the fields and city of Bethlehem, examine the practice of anointing, and explain…
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The Tragic Fall of King Saul | 1 Samuel 15
In this video, we dive into one of the most pivotal and sobering chapters in the Old Testament: 1 Samuel 15. We examine the final rejection of King Saul by God due to his partial obedience and pride.
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Jonathan's Bold Move Against the Philistines | 1 Samuel 14
Dive deep into one of the most pivotal turning points in Israel’s history! In 1 Samuel 13 and 14, we witness the unraveling of King Saul’s reign due to impatience and disobedience, contrasted sharply by the bold faith…
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Israel's Failed Leadership - 1 Samuel 12
In 1 Samuel 12, the prophet Samuel stands "old and gray" to deliver a powerful, final address to Israel at Gilgal. The nation has just inaugurated Saul as their first king, but Samuel has a stern warning: replacing God…
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The Rise and Fall of Saul | 1 Samuel 11
Join us for another edition of Land and Book as we continue our in-depth bible study of 1st and 2nd Samuel, focusing on chapters 11. This video helps contextualize the narrative within the land of Israel and provides…
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Saul's Public Coronation and the People's Rebellion Against God | 1 Samuel 10
Join us for another edition of Land and Book as we continue our in-depth bible study of 1st and 2nd Samuel, focusing on chapter 10. This video helps contextualize the narrative within the land of Israel and provides…
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From Lost Donkeys to King of Israel | 1 Samuel 9
Join us for another Land and Book edition as we continue our in-depth bible study into 1 Samuel, specifically focusing on chapter 9. This video helps contextualize the narrative in the land of Israel by exploring Saul's…
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Citizens Beware! When a King Reigns Over You | 1 Samuel 8
In this video, we explore the pivotal turning point in 1 Samuel 8, where Israel rejects God’s direct leadership and demands an earthly king to be "like all the other nations." After Samuel’s sons prove to be corrupt…
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When Israel Built Stones to Remember God's Faithfulness | 1 Samuel 7-8
Join us for another edition of Land and Book as we continue our in-depth Bible study of the Old Testament, focusing on chapters 7 and 8 of 1 Samuel. This video helps contextualize the narrative within the land of Israel…
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When Israel Lost the Ark to the Philistines | 1 Samuel 4-6
LAND AND BOOK: 1 SAMUEL 4-6. Whether you're studying the Bible or interested in Ancient Near Eastern history, discover the stories of Samuel, Saul, and David within their geographical setting and historical context. In…
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Hannah's Prayer and Samuel's Call | Mapping 1 Samuel 1-3 Across Ancient Israel
Join us for another edition of Land and Book as we begin our in-depth bible study of 1st and 2nd Samuel, focusing on chapters 1 through 3. This video helps contextualize the narrative within the land of Israel and…
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Mapping the Conflict: Philistines vs. Israel's First Kings | 1 Samuel Introduction
Discover the stories of Samuel, Saul, and David within their geographical setting and historical context. Land and the Book explores the dramatic transition of ancient Israel from a loose confederation of tribes to a…
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What Was Jerusalem Really Like in Jesus' Time?
🏙️ The Jerusalem Jesus Knew | Walking Through First-Century Jerusalem Step back in time to Jerusalem during the days of Jesus and explore the geography, structures, and historical details that shaped the final days of…
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Walking Where Jesus Walked: His Final Days In Jerusalem
Walking Where Jesus Walked | Retracing His Final Days in Jerusalem Journey through Jerusalem during Passion Week, exploring the exact locations where Jesus walked, prayed, taught, was tried, crucified, and ultimately…
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The Passover, Jesus, and the Lord’s Supper: A Deep Dive into John 13
What did the Passover mean to Jesus and His disciples—and how does it shape the Lord’s Supper we celebrate today? In this comprehensive Bible teaching, we explore the deep connections between the original Exodus…
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Land and Book Series: John 8 - He Wrote on the Ground
The only reference to Jesus actually writing something is in John 8. So, what did He write and where was He in the Temple when he wrote it? Following along with John Moore as he explores the setting and context of the…
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Land and Book: John 9 - The Pool of Siloam
In the summer of 2004, the world began to hear the exciting news about the discovery of a reservoir and possible ritual bathing pool from the time of Christ. Known as the pool of Siloam, this pool is well-known in…
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Land and Book Series: John 7 - Sukkot and The Feast of Booths
Overshadowed at times by the feasts of Passover and Pentecost, Sukkot (Feast of Booths) stands as one of the most important feasts in all of Israel. While each of the feasts mentioned in Leviticus are of extreme…
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Land & Book Series: John 6 - The Jesus Boat
Could Jesus and all of His disciples fit into just one boat? What type of boat would they have utilized, and how large might the waves have been that threatened their safety and security? Listen to John Moore as he…
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Land & Book Series: John 6 - Where Did Jesus Feed the 5,000?
The feeding of the 5,000 is the fourth sign recorded by John which testifies to the Messiahship of Jesus. But, where did this miracle occur and what clues are given in scripture which help us to pinpoint the location…
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Land & Book Series: John 5 - Jerusalem's Pool of Bethesda
Details about John's account of Jesus healing a man at the pool of Bethesda is often at the center of debate. In this episode we examine the connection between the text of scripture and the archaeological discoveries…
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Land & Book Series: John 4 - Jacob's Well and The Ministry of Jesus in Samaria
Follow along in the text of John 4 as we examine its geographical, religious, and historical, setting. In this episode special attention is given to the history of the Samaritan people, the biblical significance of…
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