Monthly Archives: April 2012

In 1 Samuel 18 David and Saul’s son Jonathan become close friends. David becomes a might warrior and is given accolades by the people. Saul becomes jealous at David’s success. His lyre playing no longer brings Saul comfort because he … Continue reading →

In 1 Samuel 16 God tells Samuel to move on because He has provided a king. The new king is already chosen, don’t belabor the past. Samuel takes oil for anointing and goes to Bethlehem. He sanctifies the people and … Continue reading →

1 Samuel 14 begins with Jonathan making a bold move. He and his armor bearer go to a Philistine garrison. He has faith that God will bless his efforts and follows the sign that God gives. He kills the Philistines … Continue reading →

1 Samuel 12 opens with an interesting situation. Samuel challenges the people to witness against him in the presence of the Lord. If they have any claims against them he wants them to bring them up so he can make … Continue reading →

In 1 Samuel 10 and 11 Samuel anoints Saul as king of Israel.  Samuel sends him on a journey telling him that God will be with him. Saul does as Samuel commands and during that time the spirit of God … Continue reading →

1 Samuel 7 opens with the people of Kiriath-jearim bringing the ark to the house of Abinadab. His son Eleazar is consecrated to tend the ark. The Philistines have been ruling over Israel for 20 years. Samuel calls on Israel … Continue reading →

1 Samuel 4, 5 and 6 tell of the result of Eli’s sons’ sin. The Philistines come against Israel. The Israelites cry out to have the Ark of the Covenant brought to them for protection in battle. Eli’s sons bring … Continue reading →

1 Samuel 1-3 begins with the story of a woman named Hannah. She is one of two wives of Elkanah. Hannah is barren and the other wife is not. She is taunted by the other woman and is very despondent. … Continue reading →

In Ruth 3 and 4 Ruth approaches Boaz and offers herself to him. He is Naomi’s next-of-kin and as such has the right to redeem Elimelech’s property for her. He says that there is another relative who is closer to … Continue reading →

We have finished Judges but still remain in the time of the Judges with this next book. Ruth is a personal rather than a national story. It looks deeply into the goings on of a specific family. Ruth 1 and … Continue reading →