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Exploring the concept of the spirit of the Lord leaving Saul under the old covenant era. Discussing how Saul lost the Holy Spirit due to misalignment with God's will. Exploring the nature of the evil spirit that troubled Saul and its role in bringing David into his life. Reflecting on the sealing and protection of believers by the Holy Spirit under the new covenant.

The podcast explores God's regrets, His timeline, and His hatred against injustice. It discusses the challenges in 1 Samuel 15 and the importance of studying scripture. The concept of God's immutable nature and His command to annihilate the Amalekites is explored. The presence of injustice and personal experiences with fighting sex trafficking highlight the need for justice and emphasize God's care for our pain.

What is the difference between Saul and his son Jonathan? What does this reveal about where their hearts are? In this episode, Emma Dotter and Danny Lamar talk through 1 Samuel 15 and how Saul leads his country into sin.  Scriptures referenced in today’s episode: 1 Thessalonians 4:8 - Rejecting God  Check out Join the Journey’s Daily Devotionals & Discussion Questions by following this link: https://www.jointhejourney.com/   Grab a NEW Join The Journey Journal: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C7TCKPR1/ref=sr_1_14?crid=3MDHUUF0FW85G&keywords=join+the+journey+volume+2&qid=1686688452&sprefix=join+the+journ%2Caps%2C122&sr=8-14   Join the Journey Jr. https://www.jointhejourney.com/jr/5781-do-you-remember-god-s-promises-to-abraham   Grab a NEW Join The Journey Jr. Journal: https://www.amazon.com/Genesis-Jesus-Vol-Journey-Journal/dp/B0C7TCBFSG/ref=sr_1_4?crid=1RSZG7ERDLZ3F&keywords=join+the+journey+jr&qid=1686838113&sprefix=join+the+journey+%2Caps%2C116&sr=8-4 

Are you looking at God’s sovereignty in the midst of the unknown? In this episode, Emma Dotter and Brooke Alger walk us through 1 Samuel 13, emphasizing the correct route we should be taking when we feel out of control.  Check out Join the Journey’s Daily Devotionals & Discussion Questions by following this link: https://www.jointhejourney.com/   Grab a NEW Join The Journey Journal: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C7TCKPR1/ref=sr_1_14?crid=3MDHUUF0FW85G&keywords=join+the+journey+volume+2&qid=1686688452&sprefix=join+the+journ%2Caps%2C122&sr=8-14   Join the Journey Jr. https://www.jointhejourney.com/jr/5781-do-you-remember-god-s-promises-to-abraham   Grab a NEW Join The Journey Jr. Journal: https://www.amazon.com/Genesis-Jesus-Vol-Journey-Journal/dp/B0C7TCBFSG/ref=sr_1_4?crid=1RSZG7ERDLZ3F&keywords=join+the+journey+jr&qid=1686838113&sprefix=join+the+journey+%2Caps%2C116&sr=8-4   Come serve with Watermark Preschool! https://www.watermark.org/ministries/kids 

Saul proves himself as a leader and Samuel reminds the Israelites of the importance of their obedience to God, Emma Dotter is joined by Ian Head, who serves on Watermark’s Safety and Medical Team, to discuss 1 Samuel 11-12.  Additional Resources:   Check out Join the Journey’s Daily Devotionals & Discussion Questions by following this link: https://www.jointhejourney.com/   Grab a NEW Join The Journey Journal: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C7TCKPR1/ref=sr_1_14?crid=3MDHUUF0FW85G&keywords=join+the+journey+volume+2&qid=1686688452&sprefix=join+the+journ%2Caps%2C122&sr=8-14   Grab a NEW Join The Journey Jr. Journal: https://www.amazon.com/Genesis-Jesus-Vol-Journey-Journal/dp/B0C7TCBFSG/ref=sr_1_4?crid=1RSZG7ERDLZ3F&keywords=join+the+journey+jr&qid=1686838113&sprefix=join+the+journey+%2Caps%2C116&sr=8-4 

Saul turned into another man? In this episode, Emma Dotter and Victoria Becker lead us through 1 Samuel 10, emphasizing the major life change that occurs when one encounters the Lord.  Scriptures referenced in today’s episode: 1 Samuel 19:20-24 & 1 Chronicles 25:1-3 – the added gift of prophecy for Saul  Check out Join the Journey’s Daily Devotionals & Discussion Questions by following this link: https://www.jointhejourney.com/   Grab a NEW Join The Journey Journal: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C7TCKPR1/ref=sr_1_14?crid=3MDHUUF0FW85G&keywords=join+the+journey+volume+2&qid=1686688452&sprefix=join+the+journ%2Caps%2C122&sr=8-14   Join the Journey Jr. https://www.jointhejourney.com/jr/5781-do-you-remember-god-s-promises-to-abraham   Grab a NEW Join The Journey Jr. Journal: https://www.amazon.com/Genesis-Jesus-Vol-Journey-Journal/dp/B0C7TCBFSG/ref=sr_1_4?crid=1RSZG7ERDLZ3F&keywords=join+the+journey+jr&qid=1686838113&sprefix=join+the+journey+%2Caps%2C116&sr=8-4   Sign up for Launch! https://www.theporch.live/launch-2023   Curious about RightNow media? https://www.watermark.org/right-now-media

Saul was just looking for donkeys and now he’s king? In this episode, Emma Dotter is joined by today’s devo writer, Ben Krejci and his mom, Teresa to talk about what it looks like for us to listen to God.  Additional Resources:   If you’re a young adult (22-35), sign up for Launch here: https://brushfire.com/watermark/launch2023/551716/details?_ga=2.35917160.974788749.1689707472-1691304071.1689179794&_gl=1*k9z0la*_ga*MTY5MTMwNDA3MS4xNjg5MTc5Nzk0*_ga_Z5E8M2ZW7C*MTY4OTcwNzQ3MS4zLjEuMTY4OTcwOTEwNy4wLjAuMA..  Ben’s previous episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/join-the-journey/id1600151923?i=1000556854367  Check out Join the Journey’s Daily Devotionals & Discussion Questions by following this link: https://www.jointhejourney.com/   Grab a NEW Join The Journey Journal: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C7TCKPR1/ref=sr_1_14?crid=3MDHUUF0FW85G&keywords=join+the+journey+volume+2&qid=1686688452&sprefix=join+the+journ%2Caps%2C122&sr=8-14   Grab a NEW Join The Journey Jr. Journal: https://www.amazon.com/Genesis-Jesus-Vol-Journey-Journal/dp/B0C7TCBFSG/ref=sr_1_4?crid=1RSZG7ERDLZ3F&keywords=join+the+journey+jr&qid=1686838113&sprefix=join+the+journey+%2Caps%2C116&sr=8-4 

Why would Israel want a king despite Samuel’s warnings? In this episode, Emma Dotter is joined by today’s devo writer, Teresa Krejci and her son Ben to talk about Israel’s motivation to be like other nations and what is reveals about their hearts.  Additional Resources:   Check out Join the Journey’s Daily Devotionals & Discussion Questions by following this link: https://www.jointhejourney.com/   Grab a NEW Join The Journey Journal: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C7TCKPR1/ref=sr_1_14?crid=3MDHUUF0FW85G&keywords=join+the+journey+volume+2&qid=1686688452&sprefix=join+the+journ%2Caps%2C122&sr=8-14   Grab a NEW Join The Journey Jr. Journal: https://www.amazon.com/Genesis-Jesus-Vol-Journey-Journal/dp/B0C7TCBFSG/ref=sr_1_4?crid=1RSZG7ERDLZ3F&keywords=join+the+journey+jr&qid=1686838113&sprefix=join+the+journey+%2Caps%2C116&sr=8-4 

What’s the deal with these golden mice and tumors? What is the significance of the Ark of the Covenant? In this episode, Emma Dotter is joined by faithful staff member, Ethan Howard to talk about how Israel’s hearts have not been changed and the people have actually become a hinderance to other nations.  Additional Resources:   Learn more about Watermark’s recovery ministry here: https://www.watermark.org/ministries/regeneration-recovery  Learn more about the Ark of the Covenant: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/join-the-journey/id1600151923?i=1000606727819   Check out Join the Journey’s Daily Devotionals & Discussion Questions by following this link: https://www.jointhejourney.com/   Grab a NEW Join The Journey Journal: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C7TCKPR1/ref=sr_1_14?crid=3MDHUUF0FW85G&keywords=join+the+journey+volume+2&qid=1686688452&sprefix=join+the+journ%2Caps%2C122&sr=8-14   Join the Journey Jr. Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/join-the-journey-junior/id1660089898  Grab a NEW Join The Journey Jr. Journal: https://www.amazon.com/Genesis-Jesus-Vol-Journey-Journal/dp/B0C7TCBFSG/ref=sr_1_4?crid=1RSZG7ERDLZ3F&keywords=join+the+journey+jr&qid=1686838113&sprefix=join+the+journey+%2Caps%2C116&sr=8-4 

What is the meaning of the idol of Dagon falling before the ark of the covenant? In this episode, Emma Dotter and Makaila Swank take us through 1 Samuel 5, reminding us of the consequences that come when we place our trust in our own hands.  Check out Join the Journey’s Daily Devotionals & Discussion Questions by following this link: https://www.jointhejourney.com/   Grab a NEW Join The Journey Journal: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C7TCKPR1/ref=sr_1_14?crid=3MDHUUF0FW85G&keywords=join+the+journey+volume+2&qid=1686688452&sprefix=join+the+journ%2Caps%2C122&sr=8-14   Join the Journey Jr. https://www.jointhejourney.com/jr/5781-do-you-remember-god-s-promises-to-abraham   Grab a NEW Join The Journey Jr. Journal: https://www.amazon.com/Genesis-Jesus-Vol-Journey-Journal/dp/B0C7TCBFSG/ref=sr_1_4?crid=1RSZG7ERDLZ3F&keywords=join+the+journey+jr&qid=1686838113&sprefix=join+the+journey+%2Caps%2C116&sr=8-4   Come serve with Watermark Preschool! https://www.watermark.org/ministries/kids