# 238 - The Destruction of Jerusalem - In this episode of The Chosen People with Yael Eckstein, the Temple burns, and King Zedekiah’s fear leads Judah into ruin—but even in the ashes, God’s covenant voice is not silent. This episode walks through the grief of exile and the surprising hope that still breathes in Jeremiah’s promises.Episode 238 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-upFor more information about Yael Eckstein and IFCJ visit https://www.ifcj.org/Today's opening prayer is inspired by Psalm 73:26, My strength 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:(01:24) Intro with Yael Eckstein(02:14) The Destruction of Jerusalem(25:50) Reflection with Yael EcksteinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Nebuchadnezer Attacks
# 237 - Nebuchadnezer Attacks - In this episode of The Chosen People with Yael Eckstein, As Judah unravels after Josiah, Jehoahaz is seized, Jehoiakim bows to Egypt, Jeremiah’s scroll burns—and a new name rises from the east: Nebuchadnezzar. This gripping chapter traces the slow slide toward exile and asks what happens when leaders drift, altars are replaced, and the Word refuses to stay silent.Episode 237 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-upFor more information about Yael Eckstein and IFCJ visit https://www.ifcj.org/Today's opening prayer is inspired by Haggai 1:9, You looked for much, but behold, it came to little. And when you brought it home, I blew it away. Why? declares the LORD of hosts. Because of My house that lies in ruins, while each of you busies himself with his own house.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(02:26) Nebuchadnezer Attacks(22:57) Reflection with Yael EcksteinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Josiah & The Burning Gods
# 236 - Josiah & The Burning Gods - In this episode of The Chosen People with Yael Eckstein, Josiah tears down idols and burns the gods that once devoured children, choosing obedience even when judgment is already sealed. His story is both tragic and holy—showing that righteousness may not save a nation, but it still matters to God.Episode 236 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-upFor more information about Yael Eckstein and IFCJ visit https://www.ifcj.org/Today's opening prayer is inspired by Micah 6:8, He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And what does the Lord require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.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(02:04) Josiah & The Burning Gods(24:15) Reflection with Yael EcksteinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Josiah & The Hidden Scroll
# 235 - Josiah & The Hidden Scroll - In this episode of The Chosen People with Yael Eckstein, A boy-king raised in the shadow of Molech discovers a hidden scroll, and the forgotten Word of God slices through generations of idolatry. Follow Josiah’s tear-soaked repentance and fearless reforms as he leads Judah from ashes to covenant renewal.Episode 235 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-upFor more information about Yael Eckstein and IFCJ visit https://www.ifcj.org/Today's opening prayer is inspired by Psalm 44:14–15, You have made us a byword among the nations; the peoples shake their heads at us. My disgrace is before me all day long, and my face is covered with shame.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:(01:02) Intro with Yael Eckstein(01:51) Josiah & The Hidden Scroll(27:27) Reflection with Yael EcksteinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Hezekiah & The Silent Slaughter
# 234 - Hezekiah & The Silent Slaughter - In this episode of The Chosen People with Yael Eckstein, Under siege by Assyria’s taunts, King Hezekiah lays a threatening letter before God—and heaven answers the silence with sovereign deliverance. Explore a breathtaking story of prayer over panic, courage under mockery, and the God who topples empires without loosing a single arrow.Episode 234 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-upFor more information about Yael Eckstein and IFCJ visit https://www.ifcj.org/Today's opening prayer is inspired by Psalm 44:4–5, You are my King and my God, who decrees victories for Jacob. Through you we push back our enemies; through your name we trample our foes.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:(02:27) Intro with Yael Eckstein(03:16) Hezekiah & The Silent Slaughter(27:34) Reflection with Yael EcksteinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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