1 Samuel 15 – Obedience and Sacrifice
In response to King Saul’s second major error and his excuse, Samuel famously declared that to obey is better than sacrifice.
1 Samuel 13-14 – Faith and Foolishness
Saul’s two acts of foolishness contrasted with his son’s two acts of faith, and they changed the course of history.
1 Samuel 9-11 – God’s Royal Call
God’s choice of Saul to be Israel’s first king anticipated the eventual arrival of the coming King and also Christians’ royal calling.
1 Samuel 8 & 12 – Careful What You Wish For
The Israelites’ demand for a king is a good reminder to us to trust in the Lord, the only one who can profit and deliver.
1 Samuel 5-7 – The Lord Fights for Us
When the ark is captured, the Lord goes into exile for his people and fights their enemies. When his people repent, he gives them the victory.
1 Samuel 4 – Departed Glory
The loss of the Ark from Israel anticipated the way of approaching God through Christ and also warns against faith that is merely outward conformity.
1 Samuel 3:1-4:1 – The Return of the Word
After a time of little communication with his people, God spoke again through his prophet Samuel, and he has spoken most clearly through his own Son.
1 Samuel 2:12-36 – The Intercessor
The chief priest could not control his wicked sons, so God removed them all and raised up the one who could intercede between humans and himself.
1 Samuel 1:1-2:11 – Let the Restoration Begin!
After the dismal failures of Israel during the time of the judges, the restoration began with the birth of a son to a barren woman.
2 Thessalonians 3:1-18 – Faith that Works
Disorderly members can wreck a church, but a firm and loving response by other members can save them and the church.