Bible Stories

Do our family members in heaven see us? Do they become angels? Do they help us? In this episode, we step away from our normal format to tackle a question many Christians quietly wonder about. Together, we'll separate sentiment from Scripture and discover what the Bible really says about heaven, loved ones, and the hope waiting for believers.

The walls are closing in on King Hezekiah. The Assyrian army stands at Jerusalem's gates, mocking God and threatening destruction. In desperation, Hezekiah runs to the temple while his emissaries seek counsel from Isaiah the prophet. God hears. God answers. And when all hope seems lost, Jesus Himself arrives to defend Jerusalem. In this episode, we explore one of Scripture's most dramatic moments of deliverance and what it reveals about the God who fights for His people.

King Hezekiah didn't inherit a legacy of faith—he inherited a mess. His father, Ahaz, led Judah deep into idolatry, even turning good things—like the bronze serpent from Book of Numbers 21—into objects of worship. But Hezekiah refuses to follow that path. From the very beginning of his reign, he takes bold, decisive action to turn the nation back to the Lord. In this episode, discover what it looks like to lead with conviction, tear down what's corrupt, and pursue true faith in the face of a broken past.

Family drama at its peak—King Ahab's daughter marries into the line of David and, in a ruthless bid for power, murders her own descendants to seize the throne. Yet her plans are ultimately thwarted, as God secretly preserves the rightful heir, King Joash, ensuring that David's royal line endures.

Uzziah becomes king at the ripe old age of 16 years old. He's tutored by a faithful man of God and begins his reign well. However, pride creep in and disaster soon follows.