David is known for many great things: killing a giant, returning the Ark of the Covenant from captivity, and remaining faithful to God despite his personal success. But were it not for a loyal, God-given friend named Jonathan, he never would have made it as far as he did. In I Samuel 18-20 we discover the inspiring and gripping story of Jonathan’s loyalty to David and the sacrifice he made to save his life. This is friendship at its finest.
Scandals abound in a drama cast in the ancient Persian Empire. In the midst of political intrigue and betrayal, a beautiful orphan girl suddenly becomes the leading character, as God’s providence rescues His people from certain death. At first glance, Esther is the heroine and Mordecai the master manipulator. Take a closer look, however, and you’ll discover that behind the scenes, God is pulling the strings as His sovereign providence unfolds.