The Chosen People

The Chosen People

Welcome to The Chosen People podcast, a transformative podcast experience that invites you to delve deep into the heart of the Old Testament’s timeless stories and commandments. https://www.thechosenpeople.com/sign-up Each episode of "The Chosen People" is a journey through the Old Testament, narrated with passion and insight. We'll explore the rich narratives, from the Creation to the giving of the rise of King David and the prophecies of a Messiah to come. Our captivating storytelling will be complete with contemplative and insightful explorations into what it means to struggle with our faith and press on in our journey through life. Here, we'll delve into the complexities and wisdom of God’s commandments, uncovering their relevance and power in our modern lives.

Episodes

June 11, 2026 24 mins
# 179 - David Befriends The Philistines - In this episode of The Chosen People, David flees Israel and strikes an uneasy alliance with the Philistines—finding refuge in enemy territory while secretly defending his people. As David walks a dangerous line between survival and deception, we’re invited to wrestle with what faith looks like when the only safe path forward feels morally gray.Sign up for The Chosen People devo...
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# 178 - David & The King's Spear - In this episode of The Chosen People, David once again spares King Saul’s life—this time stealing his spear and water jug instead of striking him down. As the wilderness of Ziph becomes a battleground for the soul, we explore what it means to trust God’s justice when vengeance feels justified and power is within reach.Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.t...
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June 9, 2026 33 mins
# 177 - David & Abigail - In this episode of The Chosen People,Episode 177 of The Chosen People is inspired by the Book of Joshua.Today's opening prayer is inspired by Psalm 145:8, “The Lord is gracious and compassionate, slow to anger and rich in love.”Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thechosenpeople.com/sign-up Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priorit...
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June 8, 2026 29 mins
# 176 - David Spares Saul - In this episode of The Chosen People, David comes face to face with the man hunting him—armed with the chance to kill, but choosing mercy instead. As the cave becomes a crucible of restraint, we witness how true strength lies not in revenge, but in trusting God’s justice and becoming the kind of king who leads with grace.Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thechosenpeople...
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June 7, 2026 31 mins
# 175 - David The Vigilante - In this episode of The Chosen People, David risks everything to rescue a city abandoned by Saul—only to face betrayal by those he just saved. In the wilderness of Ziph, we see a leader refined not by power, but by restraint, trust, and the quiet courage to follow God's timing.Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thechosenpeople.com/sign-up Episode 175 of The Chosen People is i...
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June 4, 2026 26 mins
# 174 - The Slaughter of Nob - In this episode of The Chosen People, King Saul’s fear turns to fury as he unleashes a brutal massacre against the innocent priests of Nob. Through heartbreak and horror, we explore how power corrupted by fear can devastate lives—and how even in the darkest moments, God’s justice and mercy still whisper through the silence.Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thec...
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June 3, 2026 35 mins
# 173 - David & The Outcasts - In this episode of The Chosen People, David finds refuge in a cave—but he’s not alone for long. As the broken and outcast gather around him, we witness how God begins building a kingdom not through power, but through pain, purpose, and unexpected grace in the wilderness.Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thechosenpeople.com/sign-up Episode 173 of The Chosen People...
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June 2, 2026 20 mins
# 172 - David The Madman - In this episode of The Chosen People, David flees to enemy territory and escapes death by pretending to lose his mind. As fear and faith collide in 1 Samuel 21:11–15, we explore how God’s presence can remain—quiet but steady—even when survival forces us into the most desperate disguises.Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thechosenpeople.com/sign-up Episode 172...
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June 1, 2026 24 mins
# 171 - David's Lies in Nob - In this episode of The Chosen People, David seeks refuge in the house of God—but hunger and fear push him to deception. As he takes holy bread and reclaims Goliath’s sword, we’re invited into a powerful reflection on what we reach for when survival threatens to eclipse our faith.Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thechosenpeople.com/sign-up Episode 171 of The Cho...
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May 31, 2026 32 mins
# 170 - The Hunt for David Begins - In this episode of The Chosen People, we witness the unraveling of King Saul’s rage as David flees into exile and Jonathan risks everything to protect his friend. Through covenant loyalty, prophetic power, and whispered plans in the shadows, 1 Samuel 20 reveals how sacred friendship can reflect God’s own faithfulness—even when the cost is everything.Sign up for The Chosen People...
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May 28, 2026 26 mins
169 - David Escapes Saul - In this episode of The Chosen People, we follow David’s narrow escape from Saul’s growing wrath in 1 Samuel 19, as jealousy turns a king into a hunter and a palace into a trap. Amid betrayal, fear, and a desperate flight through the night, we explore what it means to trust God when safety disappears and sin threatens to consume everything in its path.Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals a...
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May 27, 2026 27 mins
168 - David's Dowry of Blood - In this episode of The Chosen People, we explore 1 Samuel 18:17–30, where Saul tries to destroy David by demanding a deadly dowry—but the young warrior returns with double what was asked. As envy tightens its grip on Saul’s heart, David rises through bloodshed and betrayal to become a prince of Israel, honored by the people and chosen by God.Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals ...
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May 26, 2026 33 mins
# 167 - Saul Attacks David - In this episode of The Chosen People, we explore 1 Samuel 18:6–16 and the tragic unraveling of Saul as jealousy over David’s rising fame turns deadly. Through dramatic storytelling and spiritual reflection, we see how envy distorts identity, poisons relationships, and blinds us to the abundant blessings of God’s kingdom.Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thechosen...
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May 25, 2026 17 mins
# 166 - David and Jonathan's Bond - In this episode of The Chosen People, we explore 1 Samuel 18:1–8 and the powerful covenant between David and Jonathan—a friendship rooted in loyalty, sacrifice, and deep spiritual love. As Jonathan lays down his royal rights to honor the one God has chosen, we’re reminded that true covenant love asks not what it can gain, but what it can give. Sign up for The Chosen People de...
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May 24, 2026 27 mins
# 165 - David & Goliath I - In this episode of The Chosen People, we journey through the epic battle of David and Goliath and discover how faith in God can overcome even the most impossible odds. If fear, insecurity, or overwhelming battles have been towering over your life, this episode will remind you that victory doesn’t come through strength, status, or armor—but through trusting the God who fights for His peopl...
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May 21, 2026 31 mins
# 164 - David and Goliath Part I - In this episode of The Chosen People, we witness the haunting unraveling of King Saul after the Spirit of God departs from him. As torment closes in, a young shepherd named David enters the palace—and through the healing power of music, offers a glimpse of peace in the shadow of Saul’s despair.Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thechosenpeople.com/sign-up Episod...
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May 20, 2026 21 mins
# 163 - Saul: The Tortured Soul - In this episode of The Chosen People, we explore 1 Samuel 16:14–23 and the heartbreaking moment when God’s Spirit departs from King Saul. As Saul wrestles with torment and isolation, a young shepherd named David brings unexpected peace through music—and a glimpse of the king he’s destined to become.Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thechosenpeople.com/...
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May 19, 2026 26 mins
# 162 - David is Anointed - In this episode of The Chosen People, we explore the quiet calling of a shepherd boy overlooked by his family but chosen by God. Through the story of 1 Samuel 16:1–13, we’re reminded that while the world values status and appearance, God looks at the heart and crowns the humble.Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thechosenpeople.com/sign-up Episode 162 of The Chosen Peopl...
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May 18, 2026 17 mins
# 161 - David: The Shepherd Boy - In this episode of The Chosen People, we meet young David tending his sheep, fighting off predators, and finding his strength not in status, but in his quiet trust in God. Through 1 Samuel 16 and Psalm 23, we explore how God sees beyond appearances and chooses those with hearts fully devoted to Him.Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thechosenpeople.com/sign-up Episode 161 of ...
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May 17, 2026 34 mins
# 160 - Saul: The Rejected King – In this episode of The Chosen People, we explore 1 Samuel 15 and the unraveling of Saul’s kingship after he defies God’s command. Through dramatic storytelling and spiritual insight, we reflect on the cost of partial obedience and the call to trust God fully, even when His ways seem difficult to understand.Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thechosenpeople.co...
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