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# 135 - Samson Part II: The Lionslayer - In this episode of The Chosen People with Yael Eckstein, Samson slays a lion with his bare hands but can't control the desires that rule him. As his strength grows, so does his recklessness—turning a calling from God into a path of pride, betrayal, and revenge.
Episode 135 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 4:23, “Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it.”
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Show Notes:
(0_:__) Intro with Yael Eckstein
(0_:__) Samson Part II: The Lionslayer
(__:__) Reflection with Yael EcksteinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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# 134 - Samson Part I: The Prophecy - In this episode of The Chosen People with Yael Eckstein, a miraculous birth sets the stage for Samson—a man called to greatness before he ever draws breath. But in Judges 13, we begin to see that unguarded strength can become a danger not just to our enemies, but to ourselves.
Episode 134 of The Chosen People with Yael Eckstein is inspired by the Book of Joshua.
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For more information about Yael Eckstein and IFCJ visit https://www.ifcj.org/who-we-are?utm_source=pray
Today's opening prayer is inspired by Psalm 73:26, "My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever."
Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app.
Show Notes:
(0_:__) Intro with Yael Eckstein
(0_:__) Samson Part I: The Prophecy
(__:__) Reflection with Yael EcksteinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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# 133 - Jephthah: The Foolish Oathkeeper - In this episode of The Chosen People with Yael Eckstein, Jephthah, a rejected son turned warrior, makes a reckless vow in desperation—one that will cost him far more than he ever imagined. In this heartbreaking story from Judges 10–12, we confront the danger of misunderstanding God’s heart, and the tragedy that follows when fear replaces faith.
Episode 133 of The Chosen People with Yael Eckstein is inspired by the Book of Joshua.
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For more information about Yael Eckstein and IFCJ visit https://www.ifcj.org/who-we-are?utm_source=pray
Today's opening prayer is inspired by ,
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Show Notes:
(00:58) Intro with Yael Eckstein
(01:48) Jephthah: The Foolish Oathkeeper
(20:18) Reflection with Yael EcksteinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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# 132 - Abimelech: King of Trees - In this episode of The Chosen People with Yael Eckstein, Abimelech, the son of Gideon, seizes power through betrayal and bloodshed, murdering his brothers to claim a crown never meant to be. In this haunting tale of thorns and ambition, Israel learns the cost of choosing a king without fruit—only fire.
Episode 132 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 3:5, “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding.”
Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app.
Show Notes:
(01:13) Intro with Yael Eckstein
(02:03) Abimelech: King of Trees
(35:03) Reflection with Yael EcksteinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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# 131 - Gideon Part III: The Compromised Leader - In this episode of The Chosen People with Yael Eckstein, Gideon descends into pride and vengeance, punishing his own people and building a rival altar that draws Israel into idolatry. What began as a story of faith ends in compromise, revealing the subtle, destructive power of unchecked success.
Episode 131 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 16:18, “Pride goes before destruction, a haughty spirit before a fall.”
Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app.
Show Notes:
(01:42) Intro with Yael Eckstein
(02:41) Gideon Part III: The Compromised Leader
(32:57) Reflection with Yael EcksteinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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# 130 - Gideon Part II: The Dwindled Army - In this episode of The Chosen People with Yael Eckstein, Gideon’s victory over Midian should have ended in gratitude—but instead, it sparked a descent into pride, vengeance, and idolatry. In this episode, we witness how a humble servant of God becomes a compromised leader, revealing the danger of forgetting who truly gives the victory.
Episode 130 of The Chosen People with Yael Eckstein is inspired by the Book of Joshua.
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For more information about Yael Eckstein and IFCJ visit https://www.ifcj.org/
Today's opening prayer is inspired by Proverbs 16:18, “Pride goes before destruction, a haughty spirit before a fall.”
Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app.
Show Notes:
(01:46) Intro with Yael Eckstein
(02:23) Gideon Part II: The Dwindled Army
(25:01) Reflection with Yael EcksteinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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# 129 - Gideon Part I: The Weakling - In this episode of The Chosen People with Yael Eckstein, Gideon hides from his enemies—and from his calling—when God meets him with an unexpected name: "mighty warrior." In this episode, we follow Gideon's journey from fear to obedience as he begins to realize that God's strength is made perfect in his weakness.
Episode 129 of The Chosen People with Yael Eckstein is inspired by the Book of Joshua.
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For more information about Yael Eckstein and IFCJ visit https://www.ifcj.org/
Today's opening prayer is inspired by 2 Corinthians 12:9, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.”
Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app.
Show Notes:
(01:24) Intro with Yael Eckstein
(02:24) Gideon Part I: The Weakling
(32:48) Reflection with Yael EcksteinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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# 128 - Deborah Part II: The Woman of Strength - In this episode of The Chosen People with Yael Eckstein, Deborah leads Israel into battle alongside Barak, trusting in God's promise of victory over Sisera’s army of iron chariots. When Sisera flees, the final blow comes not from the battlefield, but from the hands of Jael—fulfilling God’s word through Deborah.
Episode 128 of The Chosen People with Yael Eckstein is inspired by the Book of Joshua.
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For more information about Yael Eckstein and IFCJ visit https://www.ifcj.org/who-we-are?utm_source=pray
Today's opening prayer is inspired by Psalm 145:18, "The Lord is near to all who call on Him, to all who call on Him in truth."
Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app.
Show Notes:
(01:39) Intro with Yael Eckstein
(03:12) Deborah Part II: The Woman of Strength
(22:35) Reflection with Yael EcksteinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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# 127 - Deborah Part I: The Prophetess - In this episode of The Chosen People with Yael Eckstein, Deborah, a prophetess and judge of Israel, receives a word from God and calls Barak to lead an army against Sisera, the commander of Canaan’s forces. When Barak hesitates and asks Deborah to go with him, she agrees—but tells him the honor of victory will go to a woman.
Episode 127 of The Chosen People with Yael Eckstein is inspired by the Book of Joshua.
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For more information about Yael Eckstein and IFCJ visit https://www.ifcj.org/who-we-are?utm_source=pray
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.’”
Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app.
Show Notes:
(01:36) Intro with Yael Eckstein
(02:48) Deborah Part I: The Prophetess
(26:02) Reflection with Yael EcksteinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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# 126 - Shamgar: The Unsung Hero - In this episode of The Chosen People with Yael Eckstein, an army of 600 Philistines threatens Israel, and a simple farmer named Shamgar rises up with nothing but an oxgoad and unshakable faith. In this gripping tale of humble courage, God uses the ordinary to bring extraordinary deliverance.
Episode 126 of The Chosen People with Yael Eckstein is inspired by the Book of Joshua.
Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thechosenpeople.com/sign-up
For more information about Yael Eckstein and IFCJ visit https://www.ifcj.org/
Today's opening prayer is inspired by 2 Corinthians 12:9 , “The Lord said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.’”
Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app.
Show Notes:
(01:14) Intro with Yael Eckstein
(02:03) Shamgar: The Unsung Hero
(13:39) Reflection with Yael EcksteinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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# 125 - Ehud: The Hidden Blade - In this episode of The Chosen People with Yael Eckstein, Israel falls into darkness under Moabite oppression, and an unlikely hero rises from the margins. In this gripping tale of stealth and sacrifice, Ehud delivers justice with a hidden blade—forever altering the course of a nation.
Episode 125 of The Chosen People with Yael Eckstein is inspired by the Book of Joshua.
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For more information about Yael Eckstein and IFCJ visit https://www.ifcj.org/who-we-are?utm_source=pray
Today's opening prayer is inspired by Isaiah 40:31, “But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength.”
Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app.
Show Notes:
(01:17) Intro with Yael Eckstein
(03:10) Ehud: The Hidden Blade
(31:55) Reflection with Yael EcksteinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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# 124 - Othniel: The Lord's Man - In this episode of The Chosen People with Yael Eckstein, Israel begins their conquest of Canaan, but instead of wholehearted obedience, they settle for compromise. As courage gives way to convenience, God’s people face the painful consequences of partial devotion—and a divine warning that will shape their future.
Episode 124 of The Chosen People with Yael Eckstein is inspired by the Book of Joshua.
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For more information about Yael Eckstein and IFCJ visit https://www.ifcj.org/
Today's opening prayer is inspired by Psalm 28:7, “The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in him, and he helps me.”
Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app.
Show Notes:
(01:31) Intro with Yael Eckstein
(03:12) Othniel: The Lord's Man
(30:11) Reflection with Yael EcksteinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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# 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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For more information about Yael Eckstein and IFCJ visit https://www.ifcj.org/who-we-are?utm_source=pray
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.”
Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app.
Show Notes:
(02:21) Intro with Yael Eckstein
(03:45) Conquest of Canaan
(18:18) Reflection with Yael EcksteinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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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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For more information about Yael Eckstein and IFCJ visit https://www.ifcj.org/
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.”
Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app.
Show Notes:
(02:07) Intro with Yael Eckstein
(02:57) Be Strong and Courageous II
(22:31) Reflection with Yael EcksteinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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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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For more information about Yael Eckstein and IFCJ visit https://www.ifcj.org/
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.”
Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app.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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For more information about Yael Eckstein and IFCJ visit https://www.ifcj.org/
Today's opening prayer is inspired by Luke 16:10, “Whoever can be trusted with very little can also be trusted with much.”
Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app.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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For more information about Yael Eckstein and IFCJ visit https://www.ifcj.org/
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.”
Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app.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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For more information about Yael Eckstein and IFCJ visit https://www.ifcj.org/
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.”
Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app.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.”
Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app.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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For more information about Yael Eckstein and IFCJ visit https://www.ifcj.org/
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.”
Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app.Show Notes:
(02:11) Intro with Yael Eckstein
(03:41) Defeating Ai
(21:18) Reflection with Yael Eckstein
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