Read the passage here. By way of quick review, last week we continued our study of the book of Samuel by looking at the introduction to Saul, who becomes Israel’s first king. Without spending too … Read More
1 Samuel 9:1 – 10:8
Read the passage here. Last week, in our continuing look at the book (or books) of Samuel, we discussed the transition from Judges to kings – that is, the transition from a tribal Israel ruled … Read More
1 Samuel 8:1-22
Read the passage here. Continuing in our study of the book(s) of Samuel, our passage today represents a shift in the narrative of Israel (or of God’s work in and through Israel) from a tribalized … Read More
1 Samuel 2:1-10
Today we are beginning a study of 1 and 2 Samuel. And as I often like to do when we begin a new book, I’d like to spend this first Sunday covering some introductory matters … Read More