1 - Out of Nothing, Something
The Desert
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12m
From the opening pages of Scripture, we see God bring life and beauty out of barren places. This episode explores the creation accounts where God partners with humanity to transform chaos and void into an oasis and a garden. We also encounter Hagar and Ishmael—banished, alone, and certain of death—until God meets them in the desert with unexpected provision and care.
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2 - Wandering and Hiding
The desert can be a place of both testing and trust. We follow the generation of Israelites who left Egypt only to wander for 40 years—where grumbling led to perishing, but faith led to survival. We also journey with David as he hides in the desert from King Saul, learning how hardship became a p...
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3 - The Voice and the Vision
In the stillness of the desert, God often speaks in unexpected ways. This episode examines Elijah’s encounter with the “still, small voice,” showing how God’s presence can be revealed in whispers rather than in wind, earthquake, or fire. We also look at Isaiah’s vision of God building a highway i...
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4 - Rebirth and Renewal
Even in the most desolate places, God brings life again. We explore Ezekiel’s vision of the valley of dry bones, where the starkness of the desert amplifies the miracle of resurrection and restoration. We also witness John the Baptist’s renewal movement, launched in the unforgiving Judean wildern...
