Jacobs Ladder: Episodes 12 – 13: David

December 28, 2004

Dove Approved for Ages 12+

The Jacob's Ladder series continues to follow the inspiring story of a young King David, showing what he had to endure before becoming a king of Israel. In these episodes, titled "David on the Run" and "A New King," we see the events leading up to David's crowning as king. David survives Saul's [...]

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Jacobs Ladder: Episodes 8 – 9: Saul

July 27, 2004

Dove Approved for All Ages

Episode 8, "A King for the Hebrews," and episode 9, "Saul Takes Charge," in the series Jacob's Ladder focus on Israel's desire for a king, and the anointing of that king by the prophet Samuel. In episode 8, Samuel warns the Hebrews against selecting a king, but they insist and God decides to give [...]

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Jacobs Ladder: Episodes 10 – 11: Saul And David

July 27, 2004

Dove Approved for Ages 12+

Jacobs Ladder: Episodes 10 – 11: Saul And David

The Jacob's Ladder films, a live-action series based on historical Biblical accounts, continue with episodes 10 and 11: "The King Needs Help" and "Death Waiting." These episodes continue the story of David. Saul plans to kill David, even knowing that David will succeed him as king. The episodes [...]

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Jacobs Ladder: Volume 1

February 3, 2004

Dove Approved for Ages 12+

"Jacob's Ladder," collection features several well-known Bible stories. We are pleased to award our "Faith-Friendly" Seal for ages 12+ to these episodes. It nicely combines the history of the Bible with the youth of today! Episode 1: "Reluctant Hero," it is revealed that the Hebrews have ceased [...]

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Jacobs Ladder: Episodes 1 – 2: Gideon

December 2, 2003

Dove Approved for Ages 12+

This series, "Jacob's Ladder," features several well-known Bible stories including these two episodes that focus on Gideon. A group of young people in modern times, including a boy named Daniel, travel to the time of Gideon. In episode one, "Reluctant Hero," it is revealed that the Hebrews have [...]

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Jacobs Ladder: Episodes 3 – 4: Naomi, Ruth And Boaz

July 29, 2003

Dove Approved for Ages 12+

Jacobs Ladder: Episodes 3 – 4: Naomi, Ruth And Boaz

Jacob's Ladder episodes three and four, titled "Naomi and Ruth" and "Ruth and Boaz," expands the Biblical story of Ruth, using a bit of creative license to imagine what might have happened in the background of the story. A group of teens are transported back to the time of Ruth to help out. One of [...]

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Jacobs Ladder: Episodes 5 – 7: Samuel

July 29, 2003

Dove Approved for Ages 12+

The Jacob's Ladder series continues with these three episodes. Episode five, "The Invitation," episode six, "Samuel's Destiny—Part 1," and episode seven, "Samuel's Destiny—Part 2," bring the Bible to life! In "The Invitation" Samuel enters God's service after his mother, Hannah, tells of her [...]

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