Heroes in the Bible with Dr. Tony Evans
Tony Evans
Chapter 30: Death of a Hero
Tony EvansEpisode · 45 min · November 7, 2025
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Chapter 30 of Heroes in the Bible: David with Dr. Tony Evans is inspired by 2 Samuel 23 - 1 Kings 2. The Death of a Hero - David enters into the rest of his Lord, and the crown is passed to an unlikely heir. Today's opening prayer is inspired by Romans 12:2, GDon’t be conformed to this world, but be transformed by
the renewing of your mind, so that you may prove what is the good, well-pleasing, and perfect will of God. Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. Sign up for Heroes in the Bible devotionals at https://www.heroesinthebible.com/ Learn more about Dr. Tony Evans at https://tonyevans.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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- 2Chapter 01: A Rejected GodChapter 01 of Heroes in the Bible: David with Dr. Tony Evans is inspired by 1 Samuel 8-10. A Rejected God - The rebellious children of Israel continue to thrive under the gracious protection of their God. However, their hearts crave slavery, and they desire a king to rule over them instead of the Lord who has saved them. God gives them what they ask for, but is it what they need? Today's opening prayer is inspired by Psalm 23:4-5, Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me. Your rod and your staff, they comfort me. You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil. My cup runs over. Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. Sign up for Heroes in the Bible devotionals at https://www.heroesinthebible.com/ Learn more about Dr. Tony Evans at https://tonyevans.org/ Heroes in the Bible is sponsored by ACCU. Earn $500 when you switch your bank to ACCU, learn more at AmericasChristianCU.com/Pray Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 3Chapter 02: Long Live the KingChapter 02 of Heroes in the Bible: David with Dr. Tony Evans is inspired by 1 Samuel 11-13. Long Live the King - The armies of Israel - led by their first King, Saul - ride furiously to the defense of the people of Jabesh. After a glorious victory, the people praise Saul, but will the praise corrupt his vulnerable heart? Today's opening prayer is inspired by Acts 1:8, But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you. You will be witnesses to me in Jerusalem, in all Judea and Samaria, and to the uttermost parts of the earth. Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. Sign up for Heroes in the Bible devotionals at https://www.heroesinthebible.com/ Learn more about Dr. Tony Evans at https://tonyevans.org/ Heroes in the Bible is sponsored by ACCU. Earn $500 when you switch your bank to ACCU, learn more at AmericasChristianCU.com/Pray Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 4Chapter 03: The Failed King & Warrior SonChapter 03 of Heroes in the Bible: David with Dr. Tony Evans is inspired by 1 Samuel 14:1-46. The Failed Father & Warrior Son - We are introduced to the son of Saul - Prince Jonathan. His courageous heart defies his father, brings glory to God, and delivers Israel’s armies from the grip of the Philistines. Today's opening prayer is inspired by Galatians 5:22-23, But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faith, gentleness, and self-control. Against such things there is no law. Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. Sign up for Heroes in the Bible devotionals at https://www.heroesinthebible.com/ Learn more about Dr. Tony Evans at https://tonyevans.org/ Heroes in the Bible is sponsored by ACCU. Earn $500 when you switch your bank to ACCU, learn more at AmericasChristianCU.com/Pray Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 5Chapter 04: The Rejected KingChapter 04 of Heroes in the Bible: David with Dr. Tony Evans is inspired by 1 Samuel 14:47-15:35. A Rejected King - A creeping evil begins to slither up Saul’s heart like a serpent in the reeds. The tearing between Saul’s ego and his devotion to God is put to the test. Today's opening prayer is inspired by Philippians 4:6-7, In nothing be anxious, but in everything, by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your thoughts in Christ Jesus. Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. Sign up for Heroes in the Bible devotionals at https://www.heroesinthebible.com/ Learn more about Dr. Tony Evans at https://tonyevans.org/ Heroes in the Bible is sponsored by ACCU. Earn $500 when you switch your bank to ACCU, learn more at AmericasChristianCU.com/Pray Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 6Chapter 05: The Forgotten SonChapter 05 of Heroes in the Bible: David with Dr. Tony Evans is inspired by 1 Samuel 16. The Forgotten Son - In the small town of Bethlehem, in the rolling green pastures of his father’s house, a hero tends to his sheep, completely unaware of the journey God has for him. Today's opening prayer is inspired by Philippians 4:8, Finally, brothers, whatever things are true, whatever things are honorable, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report: if there is any virtue and if there is any praise, think about these things. Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. Sign up for Heroes in the Bible devotionals at https://www.heroesinthebible.com/ Learn more about Dr. Tony Evans at https://tonyevans.org/ Heroes in the Bible is sponsored by ACCU. Earn $500 when you switch your bank to ACCU, learn more at AmericasChristianCU.com/Pray Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 7Chapter 06: David & GoliathChapter 06 of Heroes in the Bible: David with Dr. Tony Evans is inspired by 1 Samuel 17. David & Goliath - An unexpected hero faces off against an insurmountable foe. In just a few moments of heated battle, David & Goliath face each other in a battle that will alter history forever. Today's opening prayer is inspired by Matthew 6:33, But seek first God’s Kingdom and his righteousness; and all these things will be given to you as well. Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. Sign up for Heroes in the Bible devotionals at https://www.heroesinthebible.com/ Learn more about Dr. Tony Evans at https://tonyevans.org/ Heroes in the Bible is sponsored by ACCU. Earn $500 when you switch your bank to ACCU, learn more at AmericasChristianCU.com/Pray Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 8Chapter 07: A Dowry of BloodChapter 07 of Heroes in the Bible: David with Dr. Tony Evans is inspired by 1 Samuel 18. A Dowry of Blood - As the people shout and chant the mighty name of David, the prideful heart of Saul descends further into a jealous rage. David grows close to the family of Saul. He falls in love and has the opportunity to marry Saul’s daughter. However, the dowry Saul asks for may be a dearth sentence. Today's opening prayer is inspired by Psalm 46:10, Be still, and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations. I will be exalted in the earth. Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. Sign up for Heroes in the Bible devotionals at https://www.heroesinthebible.com/ Learn more about Dr. Tony Evans at https://tonyevans.org/ Heroes in the Bible is sponsored by ACCU. Earn $500 when you switch your bank to ACCU, learn more at AmericasChristianCU.com/Pray Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 9Chapter 08: ExiledChapter 08 of Heroes in the Bible: David with Dr. Tony Evans is inspired by 1 Samuel 19-20. Exiled - Saul commits completely to his hatred, and seeks to kill David with his own hands. By the grace of God, David has the love of his wife and brother. However their love cannot protect him forever. Today's opening prayer is inspired by Hebrews 13:5, Be free from the love of money, content with such things as you have, for he has said, “I will in no way leave you, neither will I in any way forsake you.” Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. Sign up for Heroes in the Bible devotionals at https://www.heroesinthebible.com/ Learn more about Dr. Tony Evans at https://tonyevans.org/ Heroes in the Bible is sponsored by ACCU. Earn $500 when you switch your bank to ACCU, learn more at AmericasChristianCU.com/Pray Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 10Chapter 09: David the MadmanChapter 09 of Heroes in the Bible: David with Dr. Tony Evans is inspired by 1 Samuel 21. David the Madman - David’s exile out of Israel forces him to seek refuge in some precarious places. Is David beginning to lose his mind or simply trying to trick people into helping him? Today's opening prayer is inspired by John 14:16, I will pray to the Father, and he will give you another Counselor, that he may be with you forever: Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. Sign up for Heroes in the Bible devotionals at https://www.heroesinthebible.com/ Learn more about Dr. Tony Evans at https://tonyevans.org/ Heroes in the Bible is sponsored by ACCU. Earn $500 when you switch your bank to ACCU, learn more at AmericasChristianCU.com/Pray Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 11Chapter 10: An Army of Outcasts - Part 1Chapter 10 of Heroes in the Bible: David with Dr. Tony Evans is inspired by 1 Samuel 22-23:14. An Army of Outcasts - Part 1 - David seeks safety deep in the wilderness. There, a band of vagabonds, misfits, and rejects endear themselves to him. David finds himself the captain of a rogue army that becomes the silent defenders of Israel. Today's opening prayer is inspired by 2 Timothy 1:7, For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind. Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. Sign up for Heroes in the Bible devotionals at https://www.heroesinthebible.com/ Learn more about Dr. Tony Evans at https://tonyevans.org/ Heroes in the Bible is sponsored by ACCU. Earn $500 when you switch your bank to ACCU, learn more at AmericasChristianCU.com/Pray Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 12Chapter 11: An Army of Outcasts - Part 2Chapter 11 of Heroes in the Bible: David with Dr. Tony Evans is inspired by 1 Samuel 23:15-24. An Army of Outcasts - Part 2 - David and his small army of outcasts and vagabonds find themselves marching to the aid of a small city in peril. As they defend God’s people, God’s people turn on them. Being a hero does not always mean you are loved. Today's opening prayer is inspired by Matthew 28:19, Go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. Sign up for Heroes in the Bible devotionals at https://www.heroesinthebible.com/ Learn more about Dr. Tony Evans at https://tonyevans.org/ Heroes in the Bible is sponsored by ACCU. Earn $500 when you switch your bank to ACCU, learn more at AmericasChristianCU.com/Pray Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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