The nation demands a king. Samuel warns them about kings. Samuel grants their demand. UPDATED. Continue reading “1 Samuel chapter 8”
1 Samuel chapter 7
Samuel leads a nationwide spiritual revival. Expelling the Philistines. UPDATED. Continue reading “1 Samuel chapter 7”
1 Samuel chapter 6
The Philistines return the Ark. The Ark at Beth Shemesh. The Ark moved to Kiriath-Jearim. UPDATED. Continue reading “1 Samuel chapter 6”
When your minister doesn’t know the LORD
An old priest named Eli and his two corrupt sons didn’t know the LORD. They wrecked the faith of their people and led the nation astray. Continue reading “When your minister doesn’t know the LORD”
1 Samuel chapter 5
The Ark in the Temple of Dagon. The Philistines are terrified of the Ark. UPDATED. Continue reading “1 Samuel chapter 5”
1 Samuel chapter 4
The Philistines capture the Ark. The death of Eli. UPDATED. Continue reading “1 Samuel chapter 4”
1 Samuel chapter 3
The LORD calls Samuel. Samuel becomes established as a prophet. UPDATED. Continue reading “1 Samuel chapter 3”
1 Samuel chapter 2
Hannah’s prayer of praise. Eli’s wicked sons. The LORD rewards Hannah. The dooming of the house of Eli. UPDATED. Continue reading “1 Samuel chapter 2”
1 Samuel chapter 1
A family goes on a pilgrimage. Hannah prays for a son. Samuel is born. Hannah offers Samuel to God. UPDATED. Continue reading “1 Samuel chapter 1”
The Philippians financially support Paul
Even in the midst of their own financial hardships, the believers in Philippi supported Paul financially. Continue reading “The Philippians financially support Paul”