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The Outspoken Bible is a conversation amongst three friends about the Bible. In each episode, presenters Fiona Stewart, Neil Glover and Jen Robertson discuss the tricky bits, the joyful bits and bits they want to apply to their lives.
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Jul 25, 2026
Jul 25, 2026
1hr 1 min
Prophets, Shepherds, Poets and Kings is a series delving into the history of the people of God found in 1 and 2 Samuel.
We continue our deep dive into the history of the people of God in 1 and 2 Samuel. We began with a longed for baby, continued with a cry for a king which was fulfilled in the anointing of Saul. He began well but things went downhill with a series of catastrophic failures that led to God rejecting him as king. We then met a young shepherd boy called David, a keen harpist, giant slayer, good friend, cave dweller and leader of a band of misfits and complex character in this series which we’re calling this Prophets, Shepherds, Poets and Kings. The story continues in 1 Samuel 28 with discussion of the demise of Saul and his encounter with the medium at Endor.
There are segments to enjoy including the reading of the passage, 'The Cloud' and 'What Now?'.
This episode was engineered and edited by Aimee Higgins.
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Show Notes
The Outspoken Bible is hosted by Fiona Stewart with Neil Glover and Jen Robertson. All opinions are those of the individual contributors and don't necessarily reflect the view of the Scottish Bible Society as an organisation.
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1 Samuel for You Tim Chester
1 Samuel: Looking on the Heart Dale Ralph Davis
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Get in touch here or by emailing outspoken@scottishbiblesociety.org.
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In our next episode, we conclude the story in 1 Samuel 29-31.
Jul 11, 2026
Jul 11, 2026
1hr 3 min
Prophets, Shepherds, Poets and Kings is a series delving into the history of the people of God found in 1 and 2 Samuel.
We continue our deep dive into the history of the people of God in 1 and 2 Samuel. We began with a longed for baby, continued with a cry for a king which was fulfilled in the anointing of Saul. He began well but things went downhill with a series of catastrophic failures that led to God rejecting him as king. We then met a young shepherd boy called David, a keen harpist, giant slayer, good friend and, as we discovered last time, cave dweller. In this episode we learn about what happened next in this series which we’re calling this Prophets, Shepherds, Poets and Kings. The story continues in 1 Samuel 25-27. with discussion of leadership, influence, misogyny and more ambushes.
There are segments to enjoy including the reading of the passage, 'The Cloud' and 'What Now?'.
This episode was engineered and edited by Aimee Higgins.
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Show Notes
The Outspoken Bible is hosted by Fiona Stewart with Neil Glover and Jen Robertson. All opinions are those of the individual contributors and don't necessarily reflect the view of the Scottish Bible Society as an organisation.
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1 Samuel for You Tim Chester
1 Samuel: Looking on the Heart Dale Ralph Davis
The Rabbit Listened Corey Doerrfeld
The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry (John Mark Comer)
When Courage Calls: Josephine Butler and the Radical Pursuit of Justice for Women (Sarah C Williams)
From Genesis to Junia (Preston Sprinkle)
Theodisc podcast discussion between Preston Sprinkle and Beth Allison Barr
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Get in touch here or by emailing outspoken@scottishbiblesociety.org.
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In our next episode, we continue the story in 1 Samuel 28.
Jun 27, 2026
Jun 27, 2026
1hr 4 min
Prophets, Shepherds, Poets and Kings is a series delving into the history of the people of God found in 1 and 2 Samuel.
Today we continue our deep dive into the history of the people of God in 1 and 2 Samuel. We began with a longed for baby, continued with a cry for a king which was fulfilled in the anointing of Saul. He began well but things went downhill with a series of catastrophic failures that led to God rejecting him as king. We then met a young shepherd boy called David, a keen harpist, giant slayer and a good friend in this series which we’re calling this Prophets, Shepherds, Poets and Kings.
The story continues in 1 Samuel 21-24 as we discover David on the run from Saul. There's discussion of lying, caves, ambushes and sorrow.
There are segments to enjoy including the reading of the passage, 'The Cloud' and 'What Now?'.
This episode was engineered and edited by Aimee Higgins.
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Show Notes
The Outspoken Bible is hosted by Fiona Stewart with Neil Glover and Jen Robertson. All opinions are those of the individual contributors and don't necessarily reflect the view of the Scottish Bible Society as an organisation.
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1 Samuel for You Tim Chester
1 Samuel: Looking on the Heart Dale Ralph Davis
Benedictus: A Book of Blessings John O'Donohue
Anam Cara John O'Donohue
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Get in touch here or by emailing outspoken@scottishbiblesociety.org.
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In our next episode, we continue the story in 1 Samuel 25-27.
Jun 13, 2026
Jun 13, 2026
1hr 1 min
Prophets, Shepherds, Poets and Kings is a series delving into the history of the people of God found in 1 and 2 Samuel. Beginning with a a longed for baby, we continue with a cry for a king, fulfilled in the anointing of Saul. To begin with we noticed that Saul took a lead with the people, a series of catastrophic failures followed leading to God rejecting him as king. Then we met a young shepherd boy called David who was a keen harpist and giant slayer in this series which we’re calling this Prophets, Shepherds, Poets and Kings.
The story continues in 1 Samuel 20 with an exploration of covenantal friendship and the story of David and Jonathan. There's discussion of family dynamics, archery and how to be a good friend.
There are segments to enjoy including the reading of the passage, 'The Cloud' and 'What Now?'.
This episode was engineered and edited by Aimee Higgins.
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Show Notes
The Outspoken Bible is hosted by Fiona Stewart with Neil Glover and Jen Robertson. All opinions are those of the individual contributors and don't necessarily reflect the view of the Scottish Bible Society as an organisation.
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1 Samuel for You Tim Chester
1 Samuel: Looking on the Heart Dale Ralph Davis
The Best of Friends Phil Knox
The Friendship Lab Sheridan Voysey
Bonhoeffer as Youth Worker Andy Root
Letters and Papers from Prison Dietrich Bonhoeffer
Life Together Dietrich Bonhoeffer
Bonhoeffer Eric Metaxis
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Get in touch here or by emailing outspoken@scottishbiblesociety.org.
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In our next episode, we continue the story in 1 Samuel 21-24.
May 30, 2026
May 30, 2026
1hr 4 min
Prophets, Shepherds, Poets and Kings is a series delving into the history of the people of God found in 1 and 2 Samuel. Beginning with a longed for baby, leading to a cry for a king and the establishment and dissolution of a kingdom, the series will focus on the lives of Samuel, Saul and David.
The story continues in 1 Samuel 17-19 as we reach the encounter between David and Goliath. There's discussion of mythology, approaching the text as adults, preparation for battle and the continued relationship between David and Saul.
There are segments to enjoy including the reading of the passage, 'The Cloud' and 'What Now?'.
This episode was engineered and edited by Aimee Higgins.
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Show Notes
The Outspoken Bible is hosted by Fiona Stewart with Neil Glover and Jen Robertson. All opinions are those of the individual contributors and don't necessarily reflect the view of the Scottish Bible Society as an organisation.
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1 Samuel for You Tim Chester
1 Samuel: Looking on the Heart Dale Ralph Davis
The Flying Scotsman Sally Magnussen
From Strength to Strength Arthur C Brooks
Bible Reading Fellowship (BRF)
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Get in touch here or by emailing outspoken@scottishbiblesociety.org.
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In our next episode, we continue the story in 1 Samuel 20.
May 9, 2026
May 9, 2026
1hr 3 min
Prophets, Shepherds, Poets and Kings is a series delving into the history of the people of God found in 1 and 2 Samuel. Beginning with a longed for baby, leading to a cry for a king and the establishment and dissolution of a kingdom, the series will focus on the lives of Samuel, Saul and David.
The story continues in 1 Samuel 16 after God's rejection of Saul, when we encounter his new anointed king. There is discussion of appearance and perception, of the role of the Holy Spirit and of the power of music and the arts to soothe, along with the knotty question of whether evil spirits come from God.
There are segments to enjoy including the reading of the passage, 'The Cloud' and 'What Now?'.
This episode was engineered and edited by Aimee Higgins.
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Show Notes
The Outspoken Bible is hosted by Fiona Stewart with Neil Glover and Jen Robertson. All opinions are those of the individual contributors and don't necessarily reflect the view of the Scottish Bible Society as an organisation.
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1 Samuel for You Tim Chester
1 Samuel: Looking on the Heart Dale Ralph Davis
John and Paul: A Love Story in Songs Ian Leslie
The Culture Code Daniel Coyle
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Get in touch here or by emailing outspoken@scottishbiblesociety.org.
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In our next episode, we continue the story in 1 Samuel 17-19.
Apr 18, 2026
Apr 18, 2026
58 min
Prophets, Shepherds, Poets and Kings is a series delving into the history of the people of God found in 1 and 2 Samuel. Beginning with a longed for baby, leading to a cry for a king and the establishment and dissolution of a kingdom, the series will focus on the lives of Samuel, Saul and David.
The story continues in 1 Samuel 13-15 as a series of bad decisions leave Saul's kingship in tatters. There is much discussion of how leadership goes wrong, and whether the God we encounter in these chapters commands an outpouring of violence.
There are segments to enjoy including the reading of the passage, 'The Cloud' and 'What Now?'.
This episode was engineered and edited by Aimee Higgins.
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Show Notes
The Outspoken Bible is hosted by Fiona Stewart with Neil Glover and Jen Robertson. All opinions are those of the individual contributors and don't necessarily reflect the view of the Scottish Bible Society as an organisation.
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1 Samuel for You Tim Chester
1 Samuel: Looking on the Heart Dale Ralph Davis
Easter resources from SBS
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Get in touch here or by emailing outspoken@scottishbiblesociety.org.
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In our next episode, we continue the story in 1 Samuel 16.
Apr 4, 2026
Apr 4, 2026
58 min
Prophets, Shepherds, Poets and Kings is a series delving into the history of the people of God found in 1 and 2 Samuel. Beginning with a longed for baby, leading to a cry for a king and the establishment and dissolution of a kingdom, the series will focus on the lives of Samuel, Saul and David.
The story continues in 1 Samuel 11-12 as Saul steps into his anointing as king, and takes decisive action. How long will this last, we wonder?
There are segments to enjoy including the reading of the passage, 'The Cloud' and 'What Now?'.
This episode was engineered and edited by Aimee Higgins.
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Show Notes
The Outspoken Bible is hosted by Fiona Stewart with Neil Glover and Jen Robertson. All opinions are those of the individual contributors and don't necessarily reflect the view of the Scottish Bible Society as an organisation.
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1 Samuel for You Tim Chester
1 Samuel: Looking on the Heart Dale Ralph Davis
Easter resources from SBS
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Get in touch here or by emailing outspoken@scottishbiblesociety.org.
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In our next episode, we continue the story in 1 Samuel 13-15.
Mar 14, 2026
Mar 14, 2026
59 min
Prophets, Shepherds, Poets and Kings is a series delving into the history of the people of God found in 1 and 2 Samuel. Beginning with a longed for baby, leading to a cry for a king and the establishment and dissolution of a kingdom, the series will focus on the lives of Samuel, Saul and David.
The story continues in 1 Samuel 9-10 with the calling of Saul, a man who on first look appears to be the perfect choice to be king. We explore calling, gifting and the importance of trusting in God.
There are segments to enjoy including the reading of the passage, 'The Cloud' and 'What Now?'.
This episode was engineered and edited by Aimee Higgins.
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Show Notes
The Outspoken Bible is hosted by Fiona Stewart with Neil Glover and Jen Robertson. All opinions are those of the individual contributors and don't necessarily reflect the view of the Scottish Bible Society as an organisation.
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1 Samuel for You Tim Chester
1 Samuel: Looking on the Heart Dale Ralph Davis
BBC Radio 4 Daily Service (Rev Neil Glover)
Walk With Me (John and Pauline Bagg)
Glimmers - For A Time Like This (Partick Trinity Church of Scotland)
The Familiar Stranger (Tyler Staton)
My Sheep Have Ears (Cath Livesey)
Leaders Eat Last (Simon Sinek)
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Get in touch here or by emailing outspoken@scottishbiblesociety.org.
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In our next episode, we'll continue by hearing about the dark violent times in 1 Samuel 11-13.
Feb 21, 2026
Feb 21, 2026
1hr 2 min
Prophets, Shepherds, Poets and Kings is a series delving into the history of the people of God found in 1 and 2 Samuel. Beginning with a longed for baby, leading to a cry for a king and the establishment and dissolution of a kingdom, the series will focus on the lives of Samuel, Saul and David.
We continue the story with discussion of the ark, the Philistines and the tragic demise of Eli and his family, as the glory of the Lord departs from his people in 1 Samuel 4-8.
There are segments to enjoy including the reading of the passage, 'The Cloud' and 'What Now?'.
This episode was engineered and edited by Aimee Higgins.
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Show Notes
The Outspoken Bible is hosted by Fiona Stewart with Neil Glover and Jen Robertson. All opinions are those of the individual contributors and don't necessarily reflect the view of the Scottish Bible Society as an organisation.
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1 Samuel for You Tim Chester
1 Samuel: Looking on the Heart Dale Ralph Davis
Practicing the Way John Mark Comer
Huia Come Home Jay Roka
Empire Podcast Episode 291 History of Gaza (part 1)
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Get in touch here or by emailing outspoken@scottishbiblesociety.org.
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In our next episode, we'll continue by hearing about the dark violent times in 1 Samuel 9-10.