1. Contending with false gods, fleeces, and a new nickname are all in store for Gideon.
  2. Bad things happen when you refuse to listen to God and Gideon meets Jesus.
  3. A song is sung by Deborah to cement what God has done in the history of Israel. Why does this song and others have an address to enemies? Why is God’s interaction with creation so personal?
  4. Israel is in trouble again, so we are introduced to a prophetess judge named Deborah.
  5. A left-handed man has a short sword and a message from God for a fat king.
  6. An introduction to the book of Judges and exploration of the first chapter.
  7. Chad and Daniel wrap up the book of Joshua. Idolatry, the "good words" of God, and choosing who you will serve.
  8. God doesn’t let His promises “fall” but fulfills them all for everyone. How does God having one plan for both Jews and Gentiles shape our eschatology?
  9. Christmas? This Is Pretty Much The Whole Package. Gillespie and Riley read and so discuss Augustine’s sermon “Why Celebrate Christmas?” This episode, more rabbit trails, laughs, and discussion of Psalm 85 as the perfect Christmas sermon text.
  10. Forced labor, subdued land, and Shiloh.
  11. Scott and Caleb are joined by Chad Bird to talk about the Old Testament.
  12. There is a lot about Caleb in this episode. He is older but no less ready to take the land God has promised them.