Best Berean Academy Podcasts (2025)

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Grace in the Gap: The Wisdom of Abigail and the Restraint of David 12:18

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In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, Dr. Farmer reflects on one of Scripture’s most powerful moments of grace and restraint from 1 Samuel 25. When David’s anger nearly led to bloodshed, God used Abigail’s wisdom to stand in the gap and turn wrath into mercy. Through her humble courage, we glimpse the heart of Christ—interceding for th…

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Strapping on Swords and Setting Down Pride 10:52

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In today’s Coffee with the Superintendent, we step into the wilderness with David as he faces Nabal’s insult and wrestles between vengeance and restraint. Through this story, we uncover how God shapes leaders through moments of frustration, calling us to trade our swords for grace. Then in The Second Pour, we celebrate Kaison’s preschool birthday, …

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Episode 2 3:40

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Welcome back to Episode 2 of Inside the Academy. Tune in for an update on how the Warriors ended their various sports seasons this fall as well as an update on the upcoming Carnival and play, The Matchmaker.By Berean Academy

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Mercy in the Cave and Strength in the Struggle 12:20

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In today’s Coffee with the Superintendent, we look at David’s moment in the cave from 1 Samuel 24 and see how choosing mercy over revenge reflects the heart of Christ and the wisdom of trusting God’s timing. We then celebrate birthdays in our Bulldog family, including Mrs. Mary Stubbs, and share campus reminders. We finish with a reflection on how …

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When Escape Looks Impossible 9:53

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This episode invites us into the wilderness with David as he faces betrayal, fear, and God's last-minute rescue. We reflect on how God protects His people right on time, how Christ fulfills this pattern perfectly, and how we can trust Him in school life today. We celebrate our Bulldogs, enjoy breakfast for lunch, cheer on our varsity basketball tea…

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Strength in the Wilderness 10:01

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In today’s Coffee with the Superintendent, we reflect on David’s wilderness moments in 1 Samuel 23 and how God uses quiet, difficult seasons to shape His people. We see Jonathan’s faithful friendship and learn how God calls us to encourage one another in the work He is doing. After our devotional, we celebrate Bulldogs who had birthdays this weeken…

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Guided in Trials, United in Mission 10:42

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Today we reflect on David’s journey in the wilderness and how God uses uncertainty to shape His people into humble, faithful leaders. Just as David sought the Lord’s direction, we learn to trust God’s hand in seasons of pressure and remember that obedience often comes before comfort. We then shift to celebrate God’s goodness in our school family, w…

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Episode 1 2:42

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Welcome to Inside the Academy. This first episode is an introduction of the Senior class hosts as well as upcoming events around the school.By Berean Academy

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Rescued in the Waiting: David's Courage and Christ's Fulfillment 9:20

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In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we walk through 1 Samuel 23:1-5 and watch David seek the Lord, stand in courage, and rescue the people of Keilah even while running for his life. David's faith and obedience offer a powerful window into the heart of God’s chosen king and point us to the greater rescue we find completed in Jesus. We…

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Under the Tamarisk Tree: When Power Turns from God 13:33

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In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we look at a sobering moment from 1 Samuel 22:6–23, where Saul’s jealousy leads to one of the darkest acts in Israel’s history—the slaughter of God’s priests at Nob. We uncover how this event reveals humanity’s deep need for a righteous King who uses power to protect, not destroy, and how God’s pla…

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From the Cave to the Crown 9:00

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In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we look at David’s time in the cave of Adullam and how God often breaks a man before He builds him. Through loneliness, fear, and surrender, David learns what it means to lead by dependence, not dominance. We’ll see how God uses hidden seasons to prepare His people for greater service—just as He di…

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The Madness of Mercy 11:23

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In this week’s Coffee with the Superintendent, Dr. Farmer explores one of the most surprising chapters in David’s life—his flight to Gath, where he pretended to be insane before a foreign king. What looked like a moment of weakness was actually a moment of divine preservation, revealing how God’s mercy often hides in the places we least expect. Thr…

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Bread for the Journey: When Mercy Meets Hunger 10:44

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In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, Dr. Farmer explores 1 Samuel 21:1–9, where David’s request for the holy bread reveals a profound truth about God’s mercy triumphing over ritual. Through this passage, listeners will see how divine provision meets human need—not through ceremony, but through compassion that finds its ultimate fulfil…

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Faithfulness in Covenant and Excellence in Purpose 14:02

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In today’s episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, Dr. Farmer reflects on 1 Samuel 20 and the covenant friendship between David and Jonathan—a story that reveals the power of faithfulness, loyalty, and trust in God’s unfolding plan. Through this story, we see how divine promises often come with personal sacrifice, and how genuine love reflects t…

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Guided by the Spirit: Moving Forward Together 10:54

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In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we begin in The First Pour with a look at 1 Samuel 19:18–24, where David finds refuge with Samuel and the Spirit of God overcomes Saul’s anger. Through this story, we learn that God’s Spirit still rules over human pride and preserves His chosen ones. From the Old Covenant to the New, we see how God…

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Faith in the Window: God’s Hidden Hand of Protection 10:01

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In this week’s Coffee with the Superintendent, Dr. Jack Farmer begins with The First Pour, drawing from 1 Samuel 19:11–17 where David narrowly escapes Saul’s rage through the courageous actions of his wife, Michal. From a New Covenant perspective, listeners are reminded that God’s faithfulness works even through flawed people and imperfect circumst…

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Standing Between Wrath and Grace 9:59

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In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, Dr. Farmer reflects on 1 Samuel 19:1–7, where Jonathan courageously steps between his father Saul’s anger and his friend David’s innocence. Through this powerful story, we see the beauty of covenant loyalty and the foreshadowing of the greater Mediator who stands between God’s judgment and our rede…

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Faithful in the Shadows: When God’s Plan Triumphs Over Human Schemes 13:00

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In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, Dr. Farmer reflects on 1 Samuel 18:17–30, where Saul’s jealousy and deceit stand in sharp contrast to David’s humility and faithfulness. Through the twists of manipulation and danger, we see how God’s covenant purposes move forward—even when others act with selfish motives. David’s courage and obed…

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Jealousy and Joy: When God’s Favor Finds a Faithful Heart 10:31

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In today’s First Pour, Dr. Farmer unpacks 1 Samuel 18:6–16, where Saul’s jealousy toward David reveals the difference between a man who clings to power and one who rests in God’s promise. Through the lens of the New Covenant, listeners discover how David’s story points to the ultimate fulfillment in Christ—the humble King who triumphed not by force…

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Covenant Friendship and Kingdom Loyalty 8:32

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In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, Dr. Jack Farmer explores 1 Samuel 18:1–5, where the bond between David and Jonathan reveals one of Scripture’s deepest lessons on love, loyalty, and surrender to God’s will. We’ll look through the eyes of the Jewish people to understand why Jonathan’s covenant with David was so extraordinary and ho…

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The Battle Belongs to the Lord 10:27

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By Jack Farmer

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The God Who Delivers: Faith in the Valley and Joy in the Family 10:32

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In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we open The First Pour with a powerful look at 1 Samuel 17:19–37, where David’s courage in the Valley of Elah reminds us that true victory comes not from our own strength, but from the God who delivers His people. We’ll explore how David’s trust in God’s covenant faithfulness points to the ultimate…

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The Battle Before the Battle 10:40

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In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we look at 1 Samuel 17:1–18 and discover how Israel’s fear before Goliath points us to God’s greater plan of deliverance. We will see how David’s humble arrival at the battlefield prepares the way for the victory that only God can bring and how this foreshadows the ultimate Deliverer who would win …

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The King God Chooses: Looking at the Heart 10:31

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In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we open God’s Word to 1 Samuel 16:1–13 and see how the Lord rejected Saul and chose David, a humble shepherd, to be Israel’s next king. Together we’ll reflect on what it means that God looks not at outward appearance but at the heart, and how this points us forward to Christ, the true Shepherd-King…

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Obedience Over Sacrifice 13:50

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In today’s Coffee with the Superintendent, our First Pour devotional takes us into 1 Samuel 15:10–35 where we see the weight of obedience, the failure of Saul, and the hope of Christ’s perfect kingship in the New Covenant. We then shift to the Second Pour, where we celebrate birthdays across our Berean family—alumni, students, and staff, including …

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Partial Obedience, Full Consequences 8:46

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In today’s Coffee with the Superintendent, we take a close look at 1 Samuel 15:1–11, where King Saul’s partial obedience led to God’s rejection of his kingship. We’ll explore what this meant in the Jewish mind, how it points us to Christ’s perfect obedience, and what it teaches us about wholehearted discipleship today. In the Second Pour, we celebr…

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Battles Then, Rest in Christ Now 7:52

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In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we reflect on 1 Samuel 14:47–52 and the lessons it offers about leadership, human striving, and the rest that only Christ provides. We see how Saul’s reign, though filled with victories, pointed forward to the true King who brings lasting peace. In the Second Pour, we celebrate birthdays for Robert…

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Faith, Silence, and Salvation: Jonathan’s Near Sacrifice and Christ’s Greater Ransom 10:41

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In today’s Coffee with the Superintendent, we look at 1 Samuel 14:36–46, where Saul’s rash leadership leads to God’s silence and Jonathan’s near death. We’ll explore how this moment reflects the seriousness of sin, the weakness of man-centered religion, and the foreshadowing of Christ, the innocent Son who bore our guilt. In the Second Pour, we cel…

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Sweetness in the Midst of Struggle 9:09

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In today’s episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we reflect on 1 Samuel 14:24–35, where Saul’s rash oath burdened his people, while Jonathan’s simple act of tasting honey pointed to the refreshment God provides. We’ll explore how this passage highlights the dangers of legalism, the foreshadowing of Christ’s perfect provision, and the freedom w…

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Victory Belongs to the Lord 8:33

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In today’s episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we open the First Pour with a study from 1 Samuel 14:16–23, where Jonathan’s bold faith leads to a great victory for Israel. We’ll explore how this moment foreshadows Christ’s ultimate triumph at the cross and what it means for our lives today. In the Second Pour, we celebrate birthdays for Khoa…

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Faith That Moves Mountains 9:48

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In today’s episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we look at Jonathan’s bold step of faith in 1 Samuel 14 and how it points us to the greater victory in Christ. Jonathan believed that nothing could hinder the Lord from saving, whether by many or by few—a truth that still speaks to us today. In the Second Pour, we celebrate birthdays for Camilla…

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When Weapons Are Few, Christ Is Enough 8:34

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In today’s Coffee with the Superintendent, we step into 1 Samuel 13:16–23 where Israel found itself surrounded, unarmed, and seemingly powerless against the Philistines. From a New Covenant perspective, this passage reveals humanity’s helplessness without Christ and the hope that He alone equips His people for victory. In the Second Pour, we celebr…

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When Waiting Costs Everything 10:08

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In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we look at 1 Samuel 13:1–15 and consider the danger of rushing ahead of God’s timing. Saul’s impatience cost him his kingdom, but his failure also points us to the One who never fails—Jesus, the true King after God’s own heart. From the Jewish mindset of covenant obedience to the New Covenant promi…

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Do Not Be Afraid: God’s Faithfulness for His Name’s Sake 9:11

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In today’s Coffee with the Superintendent, we turn to 1 Samuel 12:19–25 where Israel recognizes their sin in demanding a king and fears God’s judgment. Samuel reminds them that while they have done evil, they must not turn aside from serving the Lord with all their heart. This passage points us forward to Christ, who intercedes for us as the perfec…

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The True King and the Thunder of God 11:23

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In today’s Coffee with the Superintendent, we open the Word to 1 Samuel 12:1–18 where Samuel reminds Israel of God’s faithfulness, warns them of the weight of rejecting His kingship, and points us toward the ultimate fulfillment of leadership in Christ. We see how Israel’s demand for a king foreshadows our deep need for Jesus, the righteous and ete…

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Overcoming Evil with Good: A Day of Remembrance and Renewal 8:16

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In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we reflect on the weight of tragedy and the hope of the gospel. From the remembrance of September 11th to the recent acts of violence in our nation and communities, we open the Scriptures to Romans 12:14–21 and consider how believers are called to overcome evil with good. In Christ, we learn to ble…

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Renewed in the True King 9:06

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In today’s Coffee with the Superintendent, we reflect on 1 Samuel 11:12–15 and the renewal of the kingdom at Gilgal. This passage points us to the greater King, Jesus Christ, who brings true salvation, mercy, and peace. We explore how Israel’s joy in Saul’s coronation foreshadows our eternal joy in Christ, the King who reigns forever. In the Second…

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The King Who Saves: Saul, Christ, and the God Who Delivers 10:00

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In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we reflect on 1 Samuel 11:1–11, where Nahash the Ammonite threatened to disgrace Israel, and God raised up Saul to deliver His people. Through this moment, we see a powerful foreshadowing of Jesus Christ, the true King who delivers us from sin and shame and unites us in His Spirit. In our Second Po…

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The True King and a Town Hall Gathering 9:03

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In today’s Coffee with the Superintendent, we open God’s Word to 1 Samuel 10:17–27 and see how Israel’s first king, Saul, reminds us of the futility of trusting in outward appearance and human strength. In contrast, we reflect on Christ as the true King, who rules with humility, obedience, and eternal authority. From this truth, we are called to fi…

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Anointed and Empowered: Saul’s Beginning and Christ Our King 12:06

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In today’s Coffee with the Superintendent, we open God’s Word to 1 Samuel 10:1–16 where Saul is anointed as Israel’s first king. We’ll explore how his calling, signs, and transformation foreshadow the greater anointing of Christ, the true King who reigns forever. This New Covenant perspective reminds us that while Saul’s reign would falter, Christ’…

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The King We Need and the Bulldogs We Celebrate 14:41

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In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we reflect on 1 Samuel 9 where Saul is chosen as Israel’s first king, and we discover how his story points forward to the true King, Jesus Christ, who reigns in humility and power. Then in the Second Pour, we celebrate birthdays for Jasmin Hazelet, Sarah Newton, Zach Fulsom, Christian, and Joshua. …

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The True King 8:52

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In today’s episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we reflect on Israel’s demand for a king in 1 Samuel 8:19–22 and consider how it points us to the true King, Jesus Christ, who reigns in righteousness and humility. From the Old Covenant longing for stability to the New Covenant fulfillment in Christ, we explore what it means to trust God’s lead…

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The King Who Gives, Not Takes 9:35

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In today’s episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we step into 1 Samuel 8:10–18 where Samuel warns Israel of the cost of choosing a human king over the Lord’s reign. The people longed for security and status, but Samuel reminded them that earthly kings only take—sons, daughters, fields, and freedom. In the New Covenant, we see the contrast in C…

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Rejecting the Wrong King, Receiving the Right One 13:10

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In today’s episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we look closely at 1 Samuel 8:1–9 and consider Israel’s demand for a king. The people longed for a leader “like the nations,” but in doing so they rejected God’s kingship. This passage foreshadows humanity’s deeper need for Christ, the only true and righteous King who rules with justice and grac…

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Our True Ebenezer 14:00

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In this episode, we reflect on 1 Samuel 7 and the call Samuel gave Israel to turn back to the Lord with their whole heart. Through repentance, intercession, and the offering of a lamb, God delivered His people and Samuel raised a stone of remembrance, declaring, “Till now the Lord has helped us.” In Christ, our true Ebenezer, we find the lasting he…

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The God Who Cannot Be Manipulated 16:24

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In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we open The Holy Spirit’s Water with a look at 1 Samuel 6:1–9, where the Philistines struggle under God’s hand after seizing the Ark of the Covenant. Their attempt to send it back with golden offerings reminds us of humanity’s constant temptation to treat God as someone who can be bargained with or…

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When Idols Fall: Christ’s Victory Over False Gods 13:23

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In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we turn to 1 Samuel 5 and reflect on the downfall of Dagon before the ark of the Lord. The devotion reminds us that no idol can stand before the living God, and in Christ we see the ultimate victory over the powers of darkness. In The Second Pour, we celebrate Matthias in the 11th grade on his birt…

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When Glory Departs and Hope Remains 13:36

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In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we open God’s Word to 1 Samuel 4:12–22 and reflect on the sobering moment when Israel cried out, “The glory has departed.” From Eli’s fall to the naming of Ichabod, we see how the old covenant points us toward the surpassing glory revealed in Christ. What Israel mourned as loss, God was preparing t…

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From Burgers to Big Steps: A Day of Growth at Berean 13:07

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In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we celebrate birthdays for David Shannon (Alumni), Cameron (8th grade), and Tobenna (Preschool), share a classic lunch of cheeseburgers and fries, and spotlight a day of exciting growth across our campus. While our 7th–10th graders dive into Get Acquainted Days to strengthen friendships and unity, …

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When God Speaks: Listening Like Samuel 14:52

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In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we look at the calling of Samuel in 1 Samuel 3 and how his response, “Speak, Lord, for your servant hears,” points us to Christ, the true and final Prophet. From the silence of Israel to the Word made flesh, we’ll explore what it means for believers today to listen and obey God’s voice under the Ne…