Beyond the stories of Hannah and David’s battle with Goliath, the book of 1 Samuel tends not to be well known. This episode of the podcast kicks off a series covering the book. 1 Samuel is a theological history of the beginnings of Israel’s monarchy. There are not only many intriguing episodes in its pages, but it also teaches valuable lessons about acceptin ... Show More
Sep 2023
Naked Bible 479: 1 Samuel 30-31
<p>With Dr. Matthew Halsted</p>
<p>After the Amalekites attacked Ziklag and took captive David's wives and other people, David and his men pursued and defeated the Amalekites, recovering all of the captives and goods. Meanwhile, Saul and his men were defeated and killed by the ... Show More
43m 54s
May 2024
Guidance from the Medium - The Book of 1 Samuel
In this Bible Story, David plays the part of loyal servant to Achish the Philistine king, but remains loyal to Israel. When the Amalekites raid David’s town and steal all their families, David’s heroic spirit is rekindled, and he mounts a rescue mission. This story is inspired by ... Show More
14m 39s
Apr 2024
The Rise of Samuel - The Book of 1 Samuel
In this Bible Story, Samuel is introduced. He was attentive to the voice of God, served the Lord and his people selflessly, and was chosen by God to guide Israel in a period of darkness and uncertainty. This story is inspired by 1 Samuel 1-3. Go to BibleinaYear.com and learn the ... Show More
17m 52s
Dec 2023
#314 Des enfants dans la Bible (2) Samuel et Eli - 1S 3
Samuel est, pour beaucoup, la figure emblématique de l’enfant dans la Bible. Il est souvent présenté et abordé en catéchèse. Or, Samuel n’a rien d’emblématique des autres enfants de la Bible. Sa situation est des plus singulières. De plus, le passage n’a pas été écrit pour des en ... Show More
23m 26s
Apr 2024
Israel's Return to God - The Book of 1 Samuel
In this Bible Story, Israel, God’s chosen people, shout and beg for a king to rule over them. Despite Samuel’s warnings, Israel's demands for a king to reign over them completely and protect them from their enemies. This story is inspired by 1 Samuel 7-8. Go to BibleinaYear.com a ... Show More
13m 17s
Oct 2023
David and His Mighty Men - The Books of 2 Samuel & 1 Chronicles
In this Bible Story, we meet the mighty men of David. Their character, skill and devotion separate them from the rest of the soldiers of Israel, and David relies on them as he takes back Israel from the Philistines. This story is inspired by 2 Samuel 5, 23:13-23 & 1 Chronicles 11 ... Show More
16m 21s
Apr 2024
The Philistines Defeat Israel - The Book of 1 Samuel
In this Bible Story, Israel is defeated at the hands of the Philistines. Israel summoned the ark of the covenant to the battle field, but the Philistines defeated them and took the ark, and all of Israel mourned the loss of the ark.This story is inspired by 1 Samuel 4. Go to Bibl ... Show More
15m 51s
Oct 2023
David in Ziklag - The Book of 1 Samuel
In this Bible Story, the Philistine horde rises up against Israel. David continues to wrestle with his alliances. While Saul, now living apart from the spirit of God, turns to dark arts to settle his weary and restless soul. This story is inspired by 1 Samuel 27. Go to BibleinaYe ... Show More
17m 56s