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The Daily Cup: Coffee with the Superintendent

Join Dr. Jack Farmer, Superintendent of Berean Baptist Academy, for Coffee with the Superintendent, a thought-provoking and faith-centered podcast that explores the mission of Christian education, biblical truths, and practical insights for personal and academic excellence. Each episode includes three segments: The Grind: Stay updated on school news, events, and announcements that keep the BBA community connected. The Holy Spirit’s Water: Dive deep into daily devotions and biblical reflections,

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13:00

Faithful in the Shadows: When God’s Plan Triumphs...

The Daily Cup: Coffee with the Superintendent ·

2025/10/14

In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, Dr. Farmer reflects on 1 Samuel 18:17–30, where Saul’s jealousy and deceit stand in sharp contrast to David’s humility and faithfulness. Through the twists of manipulation and danger, we see how God’s covenant purposes move forward—even when others act with selfish motives. David’s courage and obedience remind us that God’s favor cannot be thwarted by human schemes, pointing us to the greater fulfillment found in Jesus Christ. In The Second Pour,

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10:31

Jealousy and Joy: When God’s Favor Finds a Faithful...

The Daily Cup: Coffee with the Superintendent ·

2025/10/09

In today’s First Pour, Dr. Farmer unpacks 1 Samuel 18:6–16, where Saul’s jealousy toward David reveals the difference between a man who clings to power and one who rests in God’s promise. Through the lens of the New Covenant, listeners discover how David’s story points to the ultimate fulfillment in Christ—the humble King who triumphed not by force but by faithfulness. The lesson challenges believers to trust God’s timing, reject comparison, and live in the confidence of His presence.Then,

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8:32

Covenant Friendship and Kingdom Loyalty

The Daily Cup: Coffee with the Superintendent ·

2025/10/08

In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, Dr. Jack Farmer explores 1 Samuel 18:1–5, where the bond between David and Jonathan reveals one of Scripture’s deepest lessons on love, loyalty, and surrender to God’s will. We’ll look through the eyes of the Jewish people to understand why Jonathan’s covenant with David was so extraordinary and how it points to the greater covenant fulfilled in Christ. From royal robes to selfless friendship, every moment of this passage shows us what it means to

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10:27

The Battle Belongs to the Lord

The Daily Cup: Coffee with the Superintendent ·

2025/10/07

In today’s “First Pour,” we step back onto the battlefield of faith as young David faces the mighty Goliath—not with sword or spear, but with unwavering trust in God. Through this victory, we see the greater story of how God delivers His people through faith and not human strength. In the “Second Pour,” we celebrate our Berean family birthdays—Amber Cornwell (alumni), Jamaica Johnson (alumni), Anna in 11th grade, Solomon in 3rd grade, Paris in 2nd grade, Ariel in preschool, and Leyla in preschool

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10:32

The God Who Delivers: Faith in the Valley and Joy in...

The Daily Cup: Coffee with the Superintendent ·

2025/10/06

In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we open The First Pour with a powerful look at 1 Samuel 17:19–37, where David’s courage in the Valley of Elah reminds us that true victory comes not from our own strength, but from the God who delivers His people. We’ll explore how David’s trust in God’s covenant faithfulness points to the ultimate deliverance we find in Christ and how that truth still shapes the way we face life’s battles today. Then, in The Second Pour, we celebrate the

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10:40

The Battle Before the Battle

The Daily Cup: Coffee with the Superintendent ·

2025/10/01

In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we look at 1 Samuel 17:1–18 and discover how Israel’s fear before Goliath points us to God’s greater plan of deliverance. We will see how David’s humble arrival at the battlefield prepares the way for the victory that only God can bring and how this foreshadows the ultimate Deliverer who would win the final battle on our behalf. In the second pour, we celebrate birthdays for Jinhyun Kim and Daniel in kindergarten, share today’s lunch of Chicken

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10:31

The King God Chooses: Looking at the Heart

The Daily Cup: Coffee with the Superintendent ·

2025/09/29

In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we open God’s Word to 1 Samuel 16:1–13 and see how the Lord rejected Saul and chose David, a humble shepherd, to be Israel’s next king. Together we’ll reflect on what it means that God looks not at outward appearance but at the heart, and how this points us forward to Christ, the true Shepherd-King. Then in our Second Pour, we celebrate birthdays for Nathaniel Peek (alumni), Kai, Michael, Payton, Lia, Erianna, and Kaleia, enjoy chicken sandwiches

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13:50

Obedience Over Sacrifice

The Daily Cup: Coffee with the Superintendent ·

2025/09/26

In today’s Coffee with the Superintendent, our First Pour devotional takes us into 1 Samuel 15:10–35 where we see the weight of obedience, the failure of Saul, and the hope of Christ’s perfect kingship in the New Covenant. We then shift to the Second Pour, where we celebrate birthdays across our Berean family—alumni, students, and staff, including Mr. Ben Miller and Coach Stackhouse. Finally, we look ahead to tonight’s home football game at Tocay Park behind Reid Ross High School. Though there is

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8:46

Partial Obedience, Full Consequences

The Daily Cup: Coffee with the Superintendent ·

2025/09/25

In today’s Coffee with the Superintendent, we take a close look at 1 Samuel 15:1–11, where King Saul’s partial obedience led to God’s rejection of his kingship. We’ll explore what this meant in the Jewish mind, how it points us to Christ’s perfect obedience, and what it teaches us about wholehearted discipleship today. In the Second Pour, we celebrate birthdays for Douglas, B. J. Douglas (Alumni), Antonino Siaga (Alumni), and Tyler and Marley in Kindergarten. Lunch is pizza, and our Volleyball and

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7:52

Battles Then, Rest in Christ Now

The Daily Cup: Coffee with the Superintendent ·

2025/09/24

In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we reflect on 1 Samuel 14:47–52 and the lessons it offers about leadership, human striving, and the rest that only Christ provides. We see how Saul’s reign, though filled with victories, pointed forward to the true King who brings lasting peace. In the Second Pour, we celebrate birthdays for Robert Surrey (alumni), Heather Thompson (alumni), Jackson in the 5th grade, and Skylar in the 1st grade. Lunch today is cheeseburgers, and we invite everyone

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10:41

Faith, Silence, and Salvation: Jonathan’s Near...

The Daily Cup: Coffee with the Superintendent ·

2025/09/23

In today’s Coffee with the Superintendent, we look at 1 Samuel 14:36–46, where Saul’s rash leadership leads to God’s silence and Jonathan’s near death. We’ll explore how this moment reflects the seriousness of sin, the weakness of man-centered religion, and the foreshadowing of Christ, the innocent Son who bore our guilt. In the Second Pour, we celebrate birthdays and alumni milestones, enjoy burritos for lunch, and look ahead to today’s volleyball, soccer, and cross-country competitions.

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9:09

Sweetness in the Midst of Struggle

The Daily Cup: Coffee with the Superintendent ·

2025/09/22

In today’s episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we reflect on 1 Samuel 14:24–35, where Saul’s rash oath burdened his people, while Jonathan’s simple act of tasting honey pointed to the refreshment God provides. We’ll explore how this passage highlights the dangers of legalism, the foreshadowing of Christ’s perfect provision, and the freedom we now have in the New Covenant. In the Second Pour, we celebrate a host of birthdays from over the weekend and today, honor members of our staff and

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8:33

Victory Belongs to the Lord

The Daily Cup: Coffee with the Superintendent ·

2025/09/19

In today’s episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we open the First Pour with a study from 1 Samuel 14:16–23, where Jonathan’s bold faith leads to a great victory for Israel. We’ll explore how this moment foreshadows Christ’s ultimate triumph at the cross and what it means for our lives today. In the Second Pour, we celebrate birthdays for Khoa, Mariah, Morgan, Ryan, Jackson, Deborah, and Avaeyah. We also highlight the excitement of Bulldog Bash and the Boosterthon Fun Run, where every step

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9:48

Faith That Moves Mountains

The Daily Cup: Coffee with the Superintendent ·

2025/09/18

In today’s episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we look at Jonathan’s bold step of faith in 1 Samuel 14 and how it points us to the greater victory in Christ. Jonathan believed that nothing could hinder the Lord from saving, whether by many or by few—a truth that still speaks to us today. In the Second Pour, we celebrate birthdays for Camilla in 2nd grade and Nyla in Preschool, enjoy Pizza for lunch, and cheer on our JV and Varsity Volleyball teams as they head to Trinity Christian.

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8:34

When Weapons Are Few, Christ Is Enough

The Daily Cup: Coffee with the Superintendent ·

2025/09/17

In today’s Coffee with the Superintendent, we step into 1 Samuel 13:16–23 where Israel found itself surrounded, unarmed, and seemingly powerless against the Philistines. From a New Covenant perspective, this passage reveals humanity’s helplessness without Christ and the hope that He alone equips His people for victory. In the Second Pour, we celebrate birthdays for Jose in the 8th grade, Charles in the 6th grade, Charlie in the 4th grade, Riley in K5, and our Athletic Director, Coach Ueltzen. Lunch

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10:08

When Waiting Costs Everything

The Daily Cup: Coffee with the Superintendent ·

2025/09/16

In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we look at 1 Samuel 13:1–15 and consider the danger of rushing ahead of God’s timing. Saul’s impatience cost him his kingdom, but his failure also points us to the One who never fails—Jesus, the true King after God’s own heart. From the Jewish mindset of covenant obedience to the New Covenant promise fulfilled in Christ, this passage challenges us to wait on the Lord with faith and obedience. In the Second Pour, we celebrate Noah in the 1st grade

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9:11

Do Not Be Afraid: God’s Faithfulness for His Name’s Sake

The Daily Cup: Coffee with the Superintendent ·

2025/09/15

In today’s Coffee with the Superintendent, we turn to 1 Samuel 12:19–25 where Israel recognizes their sin in demanding a king and fears God’s judgment. Samuel reminds them that while they have done evil, they must not turn aside from serving the Lord with all their heart. This passage points us forward to Christ, who intercedes for us as the perfect and eternal Mediator, and assures us that God’s faithfulness rests not on our strength but on His great name.In the Second Pour, we celebrate a full

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11:23

The True King and the Thunder of God

The Daily Cup: Coffee with the Superintendent ·

2025/09/12

In today’s Coffee with the Superintendent, we open the Word to 1 Samuel 12:1–18 where Samuel reminds Israel of God’s faithfulness, warns them of the weight of rejecting His kingship, and points us toward the ultimate fulfillment of leadership in Christ. We see how Israel’s demand for a king foreshadows our deep need for Jesus, the righteous and eternal King who delivers us from sin and reigns in truth.In the Second Pour, we pause to celebrate birthdays for alumni Dain Shim and Nasir Gibson,

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8:16

Overcoming Evil with Good: A Day of Remembrance and...

The Daily Cup: Coffee with the Superintendent ·

2025/09/11

In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we reflect on the weight of tragedy and the hope of the gospel. From the remembrance of September 11th to the recent acts of violence in our nation and communities, we open the Scriptures to Romans 12:14–21 and consider how believers are called to overcome evil with good. In Christ, we learn to bless when cursed, to weep with the hurting, and to place vengeance in the hands of God.Then, in the Second Pour, we celebrate birthdays for Keenon McIver

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9:06

Renewed in the True King

The Daily Cup: Coffee with the Superintendent ·

2025/09/10

In today’s Coffee with the Superintendent, we reflect on 1 Samuel 11:12–15 and the renewal of the kingdom at Gilgal. This passage points us to the greater King, Jesus Christ, who brings true salvation, mercy, and peace. We explore how Israel’s joy in Saul’s coronation foreshadows our eternal joy in Christ, the King who reigns forever.In the Second Pour, we celebrate birthdays for Ryan Usher, one of our alumni, as well as Bryce in 11th grade, Leah in 7th grade, and Victoria in 5th grade. Lunch

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