# 25 - Hagar Escapes - In this episode of The Chosen People with Yael Eckstein, the episode highlights Hagar’s story of rejection and redemption as she and her son Ishmael are cast out into the wilderness. Through their suffering, God reveals Himself as the one who sees and hears, providing hope and sustenance in their darkest moment, reminding us that no one is ever truly forgotten by God.

Episode 25 of The Chosen People with Yael Eckstein is inspired by the Book of Genesis.

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Today's opening prayer is inspired by Genesis 16:13, “She called the name of The Lord who spoke to her, “You are a God who sees,”

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Show Notes:

(02:11) Intro with Yael Eckstein

(03:36) Hagar Escapes - Cinematic Retelling

(26:44) Reflection with Yael Eckstein

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# 24 - Isaac: Son of Promise - In this episode of The Chosen People with Yael Eckstein, the birth of Isaac is portrayed as a testament to God's faithfulness, transforming Sarah's initial laughter of doubt into joy. This story reflects how God fulfills His promises, even when they seem impossible, reminding us to trust His divine timing and plan.

Episode 24 of The Chosen People with Yael Eckstein is inspired by the Book of Genesis.

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Today's opening prayer is inspired by 2 Corinthians 1:20, “For however many are the promises of God, in him is the ‘Yes.’ Therefore also through him is the ‘Amen’, to the glory of God through us.”

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Shown Notes:

(01:30) Intro with Yael Eckstein

(03:17) Isaac: Son of Promise - Cinematic Retelling

(14:18) Reflection with Yael Eckstein

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# 23 - Abraham's Lie & Sarah's Capture - In this episode of The Chosen People with Yael Eckstein we recount the familiar yet painful story of Abraham's deception, where he presents Sarah as his sister to King Abimelech, repeating the same mistake made in Egypt. The episode highlights themes of fear, faith, and divine intervention as God protects Sarah despite Abraham's failure. Through Abimelech's dream, God's sovereignty ensures that Sarah is returned unharmed, while Abraham's faith is restored, demonstrating God's faithfulness even in the face of human frailty and failure. This episode reflects on redemption and the hope found in God's unrelenting grace.

Episode 23 of The Chosen People with Yael Eckstein is inspired by the Book of Genesis.

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Today's opening prayer is inspired by Proverbs 27:22, “Though you grind a fool in a mortar with a pestle along with grain, yet his foolishness will not be removed from him.”

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Show Notes:

(02:04) Intro with Yael Eckstein

(04:12) Abraham's Lie & Sarah's Capture

(29:32) Reflection with Yael Eckstein

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