Mar 9, 2021 19:56
10 Mar 202136min
1 Samuel 14-15: Saul's Opportunities vs. Deficiencies
In this lesson we see how Saul was never fully aligned with God’s will and when he missed it he put on the trappings of obedience but had no heart behind it.
28 Feb 202143min
1 Samuel 12-13 — Samuel Says Good bye as Saul Stumbles
In today’s passage we are reminded of God’s continued desire for a covenatal relationship with the people he has called his own. We also start to see that Saul doesn’t quite get it.
21 Feb 202137min
1 Samuel 8-11 — Saul, the Reluctant King?
In today’s lesson, we find out how Saul was introduced to his kingship and we see the stuttering start to his reign. Bill’s introductory remarks are here.
14 Feb 202131min
1 Samuel 7:3-8 -- Be Careful What You Ask For
The nation of Israel rejected the theocracy of Jehovah, as administered by the Judges, and wished for a king like their pagan (and confrontational) neighbors. The Lord consents but Samuel lays out a s...
7 Feb 202130min
1 Samuel 4-6 -- God in a Box?
Today’s passage describes a very low point for God’s people. They‘ve reduced him to a status so that He’s not much different than the pagans — basically a lucky charm to be brought out when you need ...
31 Jan 202128min
1 Samuel 2:12-3:21 -- Comparing the Servants of the Lord
In this portion of 1 Samuel we see the sons of Eli and their corrupt practices contrasted with the life of Samuel who, like Jesus, "grow both in stature and in favor with the LORD and also with man". ...
24 Jan 202131min
1 Samuel 1:1-2-11 -- Hannah Prays For a Son
Bill highlights how God has used the women of the Bible to accomplish his purposes and introduces Hannah in this brief video. Today's passage introduces us to Samuel, his parents, and the priests of...
17 Jan 202133min
