Holy Ghost Stories

Joseph, part 12: For Good Sep 21, 2026 1752 Joseph buries his father, then faces his own journey. Text: Genesis 50:4-26; Joshua 24:29-32Players: YahwehJosephJoseph's stewardPharaohJacobAsenathJudahReubenSimeonBenjaminThe sons of JacobJoshuaWhat's Spooky: Not much in this oneCredits: Research, Writing, Narration, Sound Design: Justin GerhardtManuscript Editing: JL GerhardtProduction: Hazefire StudiosLinks:—Join the team of listeners

Joseph, part 11: Gathered to His People Aug 31, 2026 2614 As Joseph's family settles in Egypt, Jacob is thinking of home. Text: Genesis 46:31-50:4Players: YahwehJosephPharaohJacobAsenathJoseph's stewardJudahReubenSimeonLeviBenjaminThe sons of JacobWhat's Spooky: Not much in this oneCredits: Research, Writing, Narration, Sound Design: Justin GerhardtManuscript Editing: JL GerhardtProduction: Hazefire StudiosLinks:—Join the team of listeners who g

Joseph, part 10: Before I Die Aug 3, 2026 2022 Joseph's brothers return home to Jacob with impossible news. Text: Genesis 45:25-46:30Players: YahwehJacobJosephJoseph's stewardJudahReubenSimeonBenjaminThe sons of JacobAsenathWhat's Spooky: Not much in this oneCredits: Research, Writing, Narration, Sound Design: Justin GerhardtManuscript Editing: JL GerhardtProduction: Hazefire StudiosLinks:—Join the team of listeners who give to make H

Joseph, part 9: I Am Joseph Jul 13, 2026 2129 Benjamin's freedom is threatened, Jacob's survival is in doubt, and Joseph can no longer bear his secret. Text: Genesis 44:1-45:25Players: YahwehJacobJosephJoseph's stewardJudahReubenSimeonBenjaminThe sons of JacobPharaohWhat's Spooky: Not much in this oneCredits: Research, Writing, Narration, Sound Design: Justin GerhardtManuscript Editing: JL GerhardtProduction: Hazefire StudiosLinks:—J

Joseph, part 8: Treasures Jun 22, 2026 1551 When Joseph's brothers return to Egypt with Benjamin, everyone receives unexpected gifts. Text: Genesis 43:11-44:2Players: YahwehJacobJosephAsenathReubenJudahSimeonLeviBenjaminRachelThe sons of JacobWhat's Spooky: Not much in this oneCredits: Research, Writing, Narration, Sound Design: Justin GerhardtManuscript Editing: JL GerhardtProduction: Hazefire StudiosLinks:—Join the team of listen

Joseph, part 7: So Much Trouble Jun 8, 2026 1610 Accused of espionage, Joseph's brothers must convince Jacob to risk something precious to prove their innocence. Text: Genesis 42:13-43:11Players: YahwehJosephJudahReubenJacobThe sons of JacobTamarPerez & ZerahWhat's Spooky: Not much in this oneCredits: Research, Writing, Narration, Sound Design: Justin GerhardtManuscript Editing: JL GerhardtProduction: Hazefire StudiosLinks:—Join the

Joseph, part 6: The Sons of Israel May 18, 2026 1764 On the heels of abundance, a famine brings Jacob's sons together again. Text: Genesis 41:45-57; 42:1-13Players: YahwehJosephAsenathReubenJudahSimeonThe sons of JacobWhat's Spooky: Not much in this oneCredits: Research, Writing, Narration, Sound Design: Justin GerhardtManuscript Editing: JL GerhardtProduction: Hazefire StudiosLinks:—Join the team of listeners who give to make Holy Ghost St

Joseph, part 5: The Answer He Desires May 4, 2026 2177 Joseph finds himself called into Pharaoh's presence, while Judah's posture toward Tamar catches up with him. Text: Genesis 41:14-44Players: YahwehJosephPharaohJudahHirahTamarWhat's Spooky: Not much in this oneCredits: Research, Writing, Narration, Sound Design: Justin GerhardtManuscript Editing: JL GerhardtProduction: Hazefire StudiosLinks:—Join the team of listeners who give to make Holy

Joseph, part 4: The Butcher, the Baker Apr 20, 2026 1517 Joseph uses his gift, but wonders whether he'll be forgotten. Meanwhile, Judah wrestles with the past. Text: Genesis 40:1-41:13Players: YahwehJosephPharaoh's cupbearerPharaoh's chief bakerJudahTamarPharaohWhat's Spooky: A man is impaled and beheadedCredits: Research, Writing, Narration, Sound Design: Justin GerhardtManuscript Editing: JL GerhardtProduction: Hazefire StudiosLinks:—Join the

Joseph, part 3: Framing & Composition Apr 9, 2026 1722 A fateful choice lands Joseph in prison, where his divine accompaniment becomes apparent. Text: Genesis 39:7-40:8Players: YahwehJosephPotiphar's wifePotipharThe prison wardenJacobLeahPharaoh's cupbearerPharaoh's chief bakerWhat's Spooky: A sexual proposition is madeCredits: Research, Writing, Narration, Sound Design: Justin GerhardtManuscript Editing: JL GerhardtProduction: Hazefire Studi

Joseph, part 2: Taken Mar 23, 2026 1508 Joseph finds himself sold as a slave in Egypt, but soon slavery is not his only concern.Text: Genesis 37:31-36; 39:1-7Players: YahwehJosephJacobPotipharPotiphar's wifeWhat's Spooky: A sexual proposition is madeCredits: Research, Writing, Narration, Sound Design: Justin GerhardtManuscript Editing: JL GerhardtProduction: Hazefire StudiosLinks:—Join the team of listeners who give to make Hol

Joseph, part 1: Because of His Dreams Mar 9, 2026 1727 Favored by his father and reviled by his brothers, Joseph has a pair of controversial dreams.Text: Genesis 37:1-31Players: YahwehJosephJacobReubenJudahSimeonLeviWhat's Spooky: A teenage boy is accostedAn animal's throat is slitCredits: Research, Writing, Narration, Sound Design: Justin GerhardtManuscript Editing: JL GerhardtProduction: Hazefire StudiosLinks:—Join the team of listeners who

Bonus Episode: A Pop Quiz Interview With My Daughter Dec 2, 2025 975 2026 Christmas Show Tickets | Tickets to The Feast: An evening to benefit Holy Ghost StoriesContribute to our Giving Tuesday campaign here.

The Sovereign and the Witness Oct 6, 2025 2404 2026 Christmas Show Tickets | Tickets to The Feast: An evening to benefit Holy Ghost StoriesWhen Daniel has questions about Yahweh's plans, angelic emissaries shock him with answers. Text: Daniel 9-12Players: YahwehDanielGabrielThe Man in LinenWhat's Spooky: Not much—this one should be just fine for younger audiencesCredits: Research, Writing, Narration, Sound Editing: Justin GerhardtMa

The Whisper and the Target Sep 8, 2025 2369 2026 Christmas Show Tickets | Tickets to The Feast: An evening to benefit Holy Ghost StoriesHunted by Jezebel after the victory on Mt. Carmel, Elijah feels very alone. Text: 1 Kings 18:1-4; 19:1-21Players: YahwehElijahObadiahAhabJezebelElishaWhat's Spooky: Not much in this oneCredits: Research, Writing, Narration, Sound Editing: Justin GerhardtManuscript Editing: JL GerhardtProduction:

The Glory, the Priest, and the Pirates (part 2) Aug 25, 2025 1982 The Philistines soon discover the Ark of the Covenant is not to be trifled with.Text: 1 Samuel 5:1-7:14Players: YahwehThe PhilistinesSamuelThe Ark of the CovenantWhat's Spooky: Rats and tumorsCredits: Research, Writing, Narration, Sound Editing: Justin GerhardtManuscript Editing: JL GerhardtProduction: Hazefire StudiosLinks:—Join the team of listeners who give to make Holy Ghost Stories p

The Glory, the Priest, and the Pirates (part 1) Aug 11, 2025 1656 On Eli's watch, his corrupt sons take the Ark of the Covenant into battle with disastrous consequences.Text: 1 Samuel 4Players: YahwehEliPhineas & HophniPhineas's wifeThe Ark of the CovenantWhat's Spooky: Mass death in battleRotting corpsesDeath by blunt traumaDeath in childbirthCredits: Research, Writing, Narration, Sound Editing: Justin GerhardtManuscript Editing: JL GerhardtProduct

The Balm, the Negotiator, and the Casualty Jul 28, 2025 2259 Jephthah needs help and makes an infamous promise.Text: Judges 10:6-11:40Players: YahwehElishaKing Joram/JehoramA grieving mother Four lepersWhat's Spooky: ProstitutionBattleHuman sacrifice (implied)Credits: Research, Writing, Narration, Sound Editing: Justin GerhardtManuscript Editing: JL GerhardtProduction: Hazefire StudiosLinks:—Join the team of listeners who give to make Holy Ghost St

The Birdwatcher, the Quartet, and the Stampede Jul 14, 2025 1963 With Samaria under siege, Yahweh has a startling message for Elisha. Text: 2 Kings 6:24-7:19Players: YahwehElishaKing Joram/JehoramA grieving mother Four lepersWhat's Spooky: CannabilismStarvationMention of beheading Sores and missing digitsSomeone crushed to deathCredits: Research, Writing, Narration, Sound Editing: Justin GerhardtManuscript Editing: JL GerhardtProduction: Hazefire Studi

Creation Longplay Jul 7, 2025 5922 All 12 episodes' worth of the Creation story, in one cohesive listening experience. If this series has blessed you, help us create a film of the Creation show by recording it live in Ireland.

Creation, part 12: Day Seven Jun 19, 2025 871 2026 Christmas Show Tickets | Tickets to The Feast: An evening to benefit Holy Ghost StoriesYahweh sits down to rule. Text: Genesis 2:1-3; 1:27-28Players: YahwehAdamEveThe heavenly hostCredits: Research, Writing, Narration, Sound Editing: Justin GerhardtManuscript Editing: JL GerhardtProduction: Hazefire StudiosLinks:—Give to fund the film of Holy Ghost Stories Live: The Creation Show—S

Creation, part 11: The Garden of Eden Jun 16, 2025 413 2026 Christmas Show Tickets | Tickets to The Feast: An evening to benefit Holy Ghost StoriesEden means delight. Text: Genesis 2:8-17Players: YahwehThe angelsCredits: Research, Writing, Narration, Sound Editing: Justin GerhardtManuscript Editing: JL GerhardtProduction: Hazefire StudiosLinks:—Give to fund this season of Holy Ghost Stories—Sign up for The Latest, an email Justin sends twic

Creation, part 10: Eve Jun 12, 2025 506 2026 Christmas Show Tickets | Tickets to The Feast: An evening to benefit Holy Ghost StoriesAdam is alone no longer.Text: Genesis 1:26-27,31; 2:18-25Players: YahwehThe angelsCredits: Research, Writing, Narration, Sound Editing: Justin GerhardtManuscript Editing: JL GerhardtProduction: Hazefire StudiosLinks:—Give to fund this season of Holy Ghost Stories—Sign up for The Latest, an email

Creation, part 9: Adam Jun 9, 2025 670 2026 Christmas Show Tickets | Tickets to The Feast: An evening to benefit Holy Ghost StoriesThe Trinity creates man in Their own image. Text: Genesis 1:26-28; 2:5-8,19-20Players: YahwehThe angelsCredits: Research, Writing, Narration, Sound Editing: Justin GerhardtManuscript Editing: JL GerhardtProduction: Hazefire StudiosLinks:—Give to fund this season of Holy Ghost Stories—Sign up for

Creation, part 8: Creatures of the Land Jun 5, 2025 377 2026 Christmas Show Tickets | Tickets to The Feast: An evening to benefit Holy Ghost StoriesKingdom Animalia takes shape. Text: Genesis 1:24-25Players: YahwehThe angelsCredits: Research, Writing, Narration, Sound Editing: Justin GerhardtManuscript Editing: JL GerhardtProduction: Hazefire StudiosLinks:—Give to fund this season of Holy Ghost Stories—Sign up for The Latest, an email Justin

Creation, part 7: Birds Jun 2, 2025 438 2026 Christmas Show Tickets | Tickets to The Feast: An evening to benefit Holy Ghost StoriesOne beautiful idea, myriad possibilities. Text: Genesis 1:14-19Players: YahwehThe angelsCredits: Research, Writing, Narration, Sound Editing: Justin GerhardtManuscript Editing: JL GerhardtProduction: Hazefire StudiosLinks:—Give to fund this season of Holy Ghost Stories—Sign up for The Latest, an

Creation, part 6: Sea Life May 29, 2025 436 2026 Christmas Show Tickets | Tickets to The Feast: An evening to benefit Holy Ghost StoriesYahweh fills the ocean with wonders. Text: Genesis 1:20-23Players: YahwehThe angelsCredits: Research, Writing, Narration, Sound Editing: Justin GerhardtManuscript Editing: JL GerhardtProduction: Hazefire StudiosLinks:—Give to fund this season of Holy Ghost Stories—Sign up for The Latest, an email

Creation, part 5: Sun, Moon, and Stars May 26, 2025 427 2026 Christmas Show Tickets | Tickets to The Feast: An evening to benefit Holy Ghost StoriesHere comes the sun. Text: Genesis 1:14-19Players: YahwehThe angelsCredits: Research, Writing, Narration, Sound Editing: Justin GerhardtManuscript Editing: JL GerhardtProduction: Hazefire StudiosLinks:—Give to fund this season of Holy Ghost Stories—Sign up for The Latest, an email Justin sends twi

Creation, part 4: Flora May 22, 2025 597 2026 Christmas Show Tickets | Tickets to The Feast: An evening to benefit Holy Ghost StoriesEarth's newly revealed soil plays host to roots. Text: Genesis 1:11-13Players: YahwehThe angelsCredits: Research, Writing, Narration, Sound Editing: Justin GerhardtManuscript Editing: JL GerhardtProduction: Hazefire StudiosLinks:—Give to fund this season of Holy Ghost Stories—Sign up for The Late

Creation, part 3: Dry Land & Sea May 19, 2025 428 2026 Christmas Show Tickets | Tickets to The Feast: An evening to benefit Holy Ghost StoriesYahweh gathers the waters and reveals something extraordinary. Text: Genesis 1:9-10Players: YahwehThe angelsCredits: Research, Writing, Narration, Sound Editing: Justin GerhardtManuscript Editing: JL GerhardtProduction: Hazefire StudiosLinks:—Give to fund this season of Holy Ghost Stories—Sign up

Creation, part 2: Light May 15, 2025 378 2026 Christmas Show Tickets | Tickets to The Feast: An evening to benefit Holy Ghost StoriesYahweh speaks and the world gets brighter. Text: Genesis 1:3-8Players: YahwehCredits: Research, Writing, Narration, Sound Editing: Justin GerhardtManuscript Editing: JL GerhardtProduction: Hazefire StudiosLinks:—Give to fund this season of Holy Ghost Stories—Sign up for The Latest, an email Justi

Creation, part 1: Before the Beginning May 12, 2025 691 2026 Christmas Show Tickets | Tickets to The Feast: An evening to benefit Holy Ghost StoriesIn the pre-creation stillness, something is off…but what? Text: Genesis 1:1-2Players: YahwehThe angelsCredits: Research, Writing, Narration, Sound Editing: Justin GerhardtManuscript Editing: JL GerhardtProduction: Hazefire StudiosLinks:—Give to fund this season of Holy Ghost Stories—Sign up for

Bonus Episode: Season 7 Preview May 5, 2025 1053 2026 Christmas Show Tickets | Tickets to The Feast: An evening to benefit Holy Ghost StoriesSeason 7 premieres on May 12! Give to make it possible here.

The Happiest Saddest People Jan 13, 2025 1952 2026 Christmas Show Tickets | Tickets to The Feast: An evening to benefit Holy Ghost StoriesSubscribe to The Happiest Saddest People Check out the Substack

Bonus Episode - A Conversation About Meeting God Dec 3, 2024 3478 2026 Christmas Show Tickets | Tickets to The Feast: An evening to benefit Holy Ghost StoriesHoly Ghost Stories creator Justin Gerhardt and manuscript editor JL Gerhardt discuss the unique power of Biblical storytelling and share how you can be a part of some exciting things ahead for Hazefire Studios.

The Provider and the Patriarch Nov 12, 2024 1743 2026 Christmas Show Tickets | Tickets to The Feast: An evening to benefit Holy Ghost StoriesA shocking command tests Abraham's faith. Will he obey? Will Yahweh let him? Text: Genesis 15, 22Players: YahwehAbrahamIsaacWhat's Spooky: Human SacrificeCredits: Research, Writing, Narration, Sound Editing: Justin GerhardtManuscript Editing: JL GerhardtIntro Music: "Winds of Change," Four TreesO

The Victor and the Bramble Oct 28, 2024 2357 2026 Christmas Show Tickets | Tickets to The Feast: An evening to benefit Holy Ghost StoriesSecret messengers, cryptic fables, mysterious outsiders full of dangerous charisma, and huddled masses kissing fly statues in shadowy strongholds. This is the story of Abimelech. Text: Judges 9Players: YahwehAbimelekGaalZebulWhat's Spooky: WarfareHuman corpsesMany people burned aliveDeadly head t

The Father and the Liar Oct 14, 2024 1978 2026 Christmas Show Tickets | Tickets to The Feast: An evening to benefit Holy Ghost StoriesIt's finally time for Jacob to leave his father-in-law's home. ...Or is it? Text: Genesis 30:25-31:55Players: YahwehJacobLabanRachelLeahWhat's Spooky: Not much in this oneCredits: Research, Writing, Narration, Sound Editing: Justin GerhardtManuscript Editing: JL GerhardtIntro Music: "Winds of Cha

The Source and the Supernova Sep 30, 2024 2450 2026 Christmas Show Tickets | Tickets to The Feast: An evening to benefit Holy Ghost StoriesThe beginning, the end, and the messy middle of the story of Yahweh's Philistine-slaying champion, Samson. Text: Judges 13, 15, 16:21-31Players: YahwehManoah's wifeManoahSamsonWhat's Spooky: Mass killing with an animal carcassLarge-scale death by crushingBrief mention of someone being burned aliv

The Once and Future Kings (part 2) Sep 9, 2024 2098 2026 Christmas Show Tickets | Tickets to The Feast: An evening to benefit Holy Ghost StoriesThe road to Saul's coronation is full of surprises. Text: 1 Samuel 10Players: YahwehSamuelSaulWhat's Spooky: Not much in this oneCredits: Research, Writing, Narration, Sound Editing: Justin GerhardtManuscript Editing: JL GerhardtIntro Music: "Winds of Change," Four TreesOutro Music: "Fine-Toothed

The Once and Future Kings (part 1) Jul 22, 2024 2042 2026 Christmas Show Tickets | Tickets to The Feast: An evening to benefit Holy Ghost StoriesWhen Israel begs for a king, Yahweh makes sure they know what they're asking for. Text: 1 Samuel 9Players: YahwehSamuelSaulWhat's Spooky: Not much in this oneCredits: Research, Writing, Narration, Sound Editing: Justin GerhardtManuscript Editing: JL GerhardtIntro Music: "Winds of Change," Four Tr

The Justice, the Pragmatist, and the Maniacs Jul 8, 2024 1642 2026 Christmas Show Tickets | Tickets to The Feast: An evening to benefit Holy Ghost StoriesA crime against Jacob's daughter provokes crimes by Jacob's sons.Text: Genesis 33:18-34:31Players: YahwehJacobDinahSimeonLeviShechemHamorWhat's Spooky: RapeViolenceMurderCredits: Research, Writing, Narration, Sound Editing: Justin GerhardtManuscript Editing: JL GerhardtIntro Music: "Winds of Chan

The Answer and the Sage Jun 26, 2024 1775 2026 Christmas Show Tickets | Tickets to The Feast: An evening to benefit Holy Ghost StoriesWhen he feels the weight of his father's shadow pressing in on him, Solomon asks Yahweh for something very special. Text: 1 Kings 3Players: YahwehSolomonDavidThe two mothersWhat's Spooky: The threat of infanticideCredits: Research, Writing, Narration, Sound Editing: Justin GerhardtManuscript Edit

The Father and the Awakened One Jun 10, 2024 1633 2026 Christmas Show Tickets | Tickets to The Feast: An evening to benefit Holy Ghost StoriesForced to flee his brother and find a wife, Jacob sees something on the road he'll never forget. Text: Genesis 28Players: YahwehJacobRebekahIsaacEsauWhat's Spooky: Not much in this oneCredits: Research, Writing, Narration, Sound Editing: Justin GerhardtManuscript Editing: JL GerhardtIntro Music:

The Husband and the Adultress May 27, 2024 2471 2026 Christmas Show Tickets | Tickets to The Feast: An evening to benefit Holy Ghost StoriesWhen Yahweh commands Hosea to marry a promiscuous woman, will he do it? And if he does, how will the story end?Text: Hosea 1-3Players: YahwehHoseaGomerWhat's Spooky: Depictions of sexual promiscuityDepictions of sexual acts in cultic worshipCredits: Research, Writing, Narration, Sound Editing: Ju

Remixed Scene: Jael May 26, 2024 160 This one's from a patrons-only bonus episode from Season 2 called "A Pointed Rebuke." Music: "Upper Hand" by Hilzie. Enjoy! For more remixed scenes, join our tribe of patrons.

Remixed Scene - Barak May 25, 2024 184 This one's from Season 2, Episode 4: "The Muse, the Magistrate, and the Mud" Music: "Here We Come" by Kairo. Enjoy! For more remixed scenes, join our tribe of patrons.

Remixed Scene - Daniel May 24, 2024 178 This one's from Season 3, Episode 4: "The Counselor and the Conscientious Objectors" Music: "Dream Team" by Ladi Bri. Enjoy! For more remixed scenes, join our tribe of patrons.

Remixed Scene: Jonathan May 23, 2024 160 This one's from Season 3, Episode 5: "The King and the Prince" Music: "Angeles" by MNWS. Enjoy! For more remixed scenes, join our tribe of patrons.

Remixed Scene: Samson (Timnah) May 22, 2024 70 This one's from Season 2, Episode 5: "The Source and the Fury" Music: "Gimme Gimme" by Johnny Stimson. Enjoy! For more remixed scenes, join our tribe of patrons.

Remixed Scene: Eve May 21, 2024 211 This one's from Season 2, Episode 10: "The Giver and the Taker" Music: "Extraordinary Magic" by Ben Rector. Enjoy! For more remixed scenes, join our tribe of patrons.

Remixed Scene: Nebuchadnezzar May 20, 2024 156 This one's from Season 2, Episode 6: "The Mystery Man, the Firewalkers, and the New Recruit." Music: "Fire on Up" by Paper Kings. Enjoy! For more remixed scenes, join our tribe of patrons.

The Beastmaster, the Counselor, and the Anointed One Mar 4, 2024 2317 2026 Christmas Show Tickets | Tickets to The Feast: An evening to benefit Holy Ghost StoriesKing Darius unintentionally send his favorite adviser, Daniel, to a gruesome death. But Yahweh has other plans. Text: Daniel 6Players: YahwehDariusDanielWhat's Spooky: Children, women, and men eaten alive by lionsCredits: Research, Writing, Narration, Sound Editing: Justin GerhardtManuscript Edit

The Almighty and the Patriarch Feb 8, 2024 2553 2026 Christmas Show Tickets | Tickets to The Feast: An evening to benefit Holy Ghost StoriesAbram hears a voice calling him away from his home…but can the voice be trusted? Text: Genesis 11:27-12:20Players: YahwehTerahAbramSaraiPharaohWhat's Spooky: Insinuated extra-marital sexA blistered faceCredits: Research, Writing, Narration, Sound Editing: Justin GerhardtManuscript Editing: JL Ger

The Regent and the Boy King (part 2) Jan 22, 2024 2476 2026 Christmas Show Tickets | Tickets to The Feast: An evening to benefit Holy Ghost StoriesThe discovery of The Book incites major change within Josiah’s kingdom—bad news for some.Text: 2 Kings 23:1-30; 2 Chronicles 34:29-35:27Players: YahwehJosiahJeremiahHilkiahShaphanHuldahWhat's Spooky: ExecutionEhumation and defilement of human remains Animal slaughterCredits: Research, Writing, Na

The Regent and the Boy King (part 1) Jan 8, 2024 1663 2026 Christmas Show Tickets | Tickets to The Feast: An evening to benefit Holy Ghost StoriesWhen an unexpected discovery interrupts Josiah's renovation of the temple, panic ensues. …For good reason. Text: 2 Kings 22; 2 Chronicles 34:1-28Players: YahwehJosiahJeremiahHilkiahShaphanHuldahWhat's Spooky: Not too much in this one.Credits: Research, Writing, Narration, Sound Editing: Justin Ge

The Guide and the Reaper Dec 18, 2023 1732 2026 Christmas Show Tickets | Tickets to The Feast: An evening to benefit Holy Ghost StoriesThe world's first brother commits the world's first murder. Where has Eden gone? Text: Genesis 4Players: YahwehCainAbelAdamEveWhat's Spooky: MurderCredits: Research, Writing, Narration, Sound Editing: Justin GerhardtManuscript Editing: JL GerhardtIntro Music: "Winds of Change," Four TreesOutro M

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The Truth, the Messenger, and the Parasite Nov 13, 2023 1928 2026 Christmas Show Tickets | Tickets to The Feast: An evening to benefit Holy Ghost StoriesA prophet from the south visits King Jeroboam with a grim forecast. But Jeroboam isn't the only one in danger. Text: 1 Kings 13:1-34; 1 Kings 23:13-18Players: YahwehJeroboam The man of God from JudahThe old prophet in BethelWhat's Spooky: A disemboweled corpseA shriveling handA fatal lion attackC

The Companion and the Right-Hand Man (part 3) Oct 30, 2023 1931 2026 Christmas Show Tickets | Tickets to The Feast: An evening to benefit Holy Ghost StoriesWhen Pharaoh cannot find someone to interpret his dreams he turns to Joseph, who turns to Yahweh. Text: Genesis 41:14-56; 46:29-30Players: YahwehPharaoh JosephIsraelWhat's Spooky: StarvationCredits: Research, Writing, Narration, Sound Editing: Justin GerhardtManuscript Editing: JL GerhardtIntro M

The Companion and the Right-Hand Man (part 2) Oct 16, 2023 1722 2026 Christmas Show Tickets | Tickets to The Feast: An evening to benefit Holy Ghost StoriesTwo of Joseph's fellow inmates encounter a helpful gift in the Hebrew—one that might just get him out of prison. …Or will it? Text: Genesis 40:1-41:14Players: YahwehJosephThe Chief CupbearerThe Chief BakerPharaohWhat's Spooky: Impalement DecapitationBloodshedBirds eating human fleshCredits: Resea

The Companion and the Right-Hand Man (part 1) Oct 2, 2023 2083 2026 Christmas Show Tickets | Tickets to The Feast: An evening to benefit Holy Ghost StoriesJoseph finds himself sold as a slave in Egypt, but soon slavery is the least of his worries. Text: Genesis 39Players: YahwehJosephPotiphar's WifePotipharWhat's Spooky: Human trafficking Extramarital seduction, sexual propositioning Credits: Research, Writing, Narration, Sound Editing: Justin Gerh

The Harbinger, the Fugitive, and the Host Sep 18, 2023 1954 2026 Christmas Show Tickets | Tickets to The Feast: An evening to benefit Holy Ghost StoriesWhen Elijah is forced to flee King Ahab's wrath, Yahweh cares for the prophet and those around him in unconventional ways. Text: 1 Kings 17Players: YahwehElijahAhabJezebelThe Widow of ZarepathThe Widow's SonWhat's Spooky: Maggots eating a bird carcassA child's deathCredits: Research, Writing, Nar

At Last (The Exodus, part 10) Jun 26, 2023 2648 2026 Christmas Show Tickets | Tickets to The Feast: An evening to benefit Holy Ghost StoriesMoses asks for something no one since Eden has experienced, and Yahweh reveals His unexpected dwelling place. Text: Exodus 26-28; 31:1-11; 33:7-23; 34:1-10, 28-35; 35:4-40:38Players: YahwehMoses BezalelAaronWhat's Spooky: Not too much in this one.Credits: Research, Writing, Narration, Direction:

Bound & Determined (The Exodus, part 9) Jun 5, 2023 2491 2026 Christmas Show Tickets | Tickets to The Feast: An evening to benefit Holy Ghost StoriesYahweh confirms His covenant with Israel, but the people want a God they can touch...Text: Exodus 24, 32:1-33:6Players: YahwehMoses AaronJoshuaWhat's Spooky: Orgiastic behaviorBloody executionCredits: Research, Writing, Narration, Direction: Justin GerhardtSeason 4 Original Score: Kendall Ramseur

Storm, Rising (The Exodus, part 8) May 22, 2023 1817 2026 Christmas Show Tickets | Tickets to The Feast: An evening to benefit Holy Ghost StoriesWhen Yahweh invites the Israelites to the thundering Mt. Sinai, they begin to realize what relationship requires.Text: Exodus 19:1-20:21Players: YahwehMoses What's Spooky: This one's quite family-friendlyCredits: Research, Writing, Narration, Direction: Justin GerhardtSeason 4 Original Score: Ken

Visitation (The Exodus, part 7) May 8, 2023 1807 2026 Christmas Show Tickets | Tickets to The Feast: An evening to benefit Holy Ghost StoriesIn a dire moment, Yahweh gives Moses a simple way to save the Israelites. But simple doesn't mean easy. Text: Exodus 17:8-18:27Players: YahwehMoses AaronHurJethroWhat's Spooky: A mild battle sceneCredits: Research, Writing, Narration, Direction: Justin GerhardtSeason 4 Original Score: Kendall Ram

Always Enough (The Exodus, part 6) Apr 24, 2023 2278 2026 Christmas Show Tickets | Tickets to The Feast: An evening to benefit Holy Ghost StoriesHunger and thirst threaten the Israelites' survival. …Or is it something else? Text: Exodus 15:22-17:7Players: YahwehMoses AaronWhat's Spooky: (Not a lot—this one's pretty kid-friendly)Credits: Research, Writing, Narration, Direction: Justin GerhardtSeason 4 Original Score: Kendall RamseurSound E

Bonus Episode: Telling the Story of the Exodus Apr 11, 2023 4320 2026 Christmas Show Tickets | Tickets to The Feast: An evening to benefit Holy Ghost StoriesHoly Ghost Stories creator Justin Gerhardt sits down with composer Kendall Ramseur to pull back the curtain on Episodes 1 and 2 of The Exodus. Chapters: 00:00 Intro01:49 How It Began06:04 The Major Theme of Exodus06:59 How Does Kendall Score an Episode?11:53 Leitmotif Case Study: Moses15:16 Moses

Rite and Passage (The Exodus, part 5) Mar 6, 2023 2570 2026 Christmas Show Tickets | Tickets to The Feast: An evening to benefit Holy Ghost StoriesWhen the Israelites finally escape from Egypt, it seems their freedom will be short-lived. But Yahweh has a plan. Text: Exodus 12:33-15:21Players: YahwehMoses AaronPharaohMiriamWhat's Spooky: Mass drowningCredits: Research, Writing, Narration, Direction: Justin GerhardtSeason 4 Original Score: Ke

It Comes to Blows (The Exodus, part 4) Feb 20, 2023 2137 2026 Christmas Show Tickets | Tickets to The Feast: An evening to benefit Holy Ghost StoriesYahweh strikes back at the recalcitrant Pharaoh, who finally says the words Moses has been waiting to hear.Text: Exodus 4:27-7:25; 11:1-12:32Players: YahwehAaronMosesPharaohWhat's Spooky: Widespread death of animals and humans, including childrenCredits: Research, Writing, Narration, Direction: J

Target: Audience (The Exodus, part 3) Feb 6, 2023 2347 2026 Christmas Show Tickets | Tickets to The Feast: An evening to benefit Holy Ghost StoriesA much-anticipated audience with Pharaoh does not go as planned. (At least, not as Moses planned.) Text: Exodus 4:27-7:25Players: YahwehAaronMosesPharaohWhat's Spooky: Violence between animalsLots of bloodAnimal deathCredits: Season 4 Original Score: Kendall RamseurResearch, Writing, Narration, D

Induction (The Exodus, part 2) Jan 23, 2023 1745 2026 Christmas Show Tickets | Tickets to The Feast: An evening to benefit Holy Ghost StoriesYahweh stages a surprise meeting, enrolling Moses in a plan that seems destined for failure. Text: Exodus 3:1-4:17Players: YahwehMosesWhat's Spooky: Not too much in this episode. Credits: Intro Music: "Winds of Change," Four TreesOutro Music: "Fine-Toothed Chrome," Sam BarshSeason 4 Score: Kendal

Labor & Delivery (The Exodus, part 1) Jan 9, 2023 1967 2026 Christmas Show Tickets | Tickets to The Feast: An evening to benefit Holy Ghost StoriesThe enslaved Israelites become the target of a genocidal decree from Pharaoh, but a few brave women refuse to play by the despot's rules. Text: Exodus 1:1-2:12Players: YahwehJochebedAmramShiphrahPuahMosesMiriamAaronWhat's Spooky: SlaveryA corpse is buried Credits: Intro Music: "Winds of Change,"

The Alchemist, the Strangers, and the Volunteer (Part 3) Sep 26, 2022 1473 2026 Christmas Show Tickets | Tickets to The Feast: An evening to benefit Holy Ghost StoriesBoaz wants to marry Ruth, but there's one thing standing in the way. Text: Ruth 3:16-4:22Players: YahwehRuthNaomiBoazWhat's Spooky: Married sex (not spooky, but may spark some questions if you're listening with your kids) Music: Winds of Change | Four TreesGentoo | KingpinguinHoiho | KingpinguinA

The Alchemist, the Strangers, and the Volunteer (Part 2) Sep 12, 2022 2156 2026 Christmas Show Tickets | Tickets to The Feast: An evening to benefit Holy Ghost StoriesRuth's situation in Bethlehem looks dire until she meets someone who may be able to help. But will he want to? Text: Ruth 2:1-3:15Players: YahwehNaomiRuthBoazWhat's Spooky: Not much in this one, actually. One allusion to and one specific mention of rape. Music: Winds of Change | Four TreesLivets

The Alchemist, the Strangers, and the Volunteer (Part 1) Aug 29, 2022 1586 2026 Christmas Show Tickets | Tickets to The Feast: An evening to benefit Holy Ghost StoriesWhen Naomi and Ruth's husbands die unexpectedly, all seems lost. But Yahweh has been at work in the dark. Text: Ruth 1Players: YahwehNaomiRuthOrpahWhat's Spooky: Death, grief Music: Winds of Change | Four TreesLivets Ande | Judah EarlDeep Breaths | Eric KinnyOut of Sorts | Chad LawsonOut of Home

The Source, the Collaborator, and the Rogue Aug 15, 2022 2156 2026 Christmas Show Tickets | Tickets to The Feast: An evening to benefit Holy Ghost Stories*NOTE: This episode contains repeated mentions of unmarried sex. (It's an unavoidable part of the Samson/Delilah story.) Just a heads up if you have kids in the car. Samson refuses to tell Delilah the truth. But Delilah refuses to let it go. Text: Judges 16Players: YahwehSamsonDelilahWhat's Spook

The Redeemer, the Pilgrim, and the Baby Boy Aug 1, 2022 2159 2026 Christmas Show Tickets | Tickets to The Feast: An evening to benefit Holy Ghost StoriesPestered by her rival and desperate for a child of her own, Hannah makes a bold promise to Yahweh. Text: 1 Samuel 1:1-2:21Players: YahwehHannahElkanahPeninnahEliSamuelWhat's Spooky: Not too much in this episode, actually. A little married sex, but that's not spooky. :) Music: Winds of Change | Fo

The Voice, the Naysayer, and the Doomed Jul 18, 2022 2282 2026 Christmas Show Tickets | Tickets to The Feast: An evening to benefit Holy Ghost StoriesWhen Ahab recruits King Jehoshaphat for his campaign against the Arameans, the pre-battle conference with the prophets gets…interesting. Text: 1 Kings 21 & 22Players: YahwehKing AhabKing Jehoshaphat MicaiahWhat's Spooky: A stoned corpseDeath by arrow punctureDogs licking up human bloodMusic:

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