I. Introduction We’ve been studying the bible chronologically this year, and we’ve covered a lot of ground. God desires a relationship with man, but Adam sinned against the Lord and was cast out of the Garden of Eden, demonstrating man’s fallen nature. God continually reaches out toward man, but man continues rebel. Cain slew Abel. Men … Continue reading The King Israel Wants
I. Introduction Once upon a time, a very long time ago, there lived a husband and a wife named Nabal and Abigail. This is a story of their lives in the land of their king, King David. II. Nabal Now Nabal was a very wealthy man. He had a thousand goats and three thousand … Continue reading A Harsh Word, A Gentle Word
I. Introduction Have you ever heard the story of David and Goliath? That’s exactly what I thought – everybody has heard this story. Christians have heard this story since they were children. Even non-Christians have heard this story. It’s inspiring, about an average David standing up to a giant. We all know this story. … Continue reading Facing Our Giants
I. Introduction We’ve been studying the book of 1 Samuel, and if you remember back in 1 Samuel 8, the people Israel demanded a king. Samuel said, “Are you sure about that?” And the Lord said, “my people have rejected me, so I will give them what they want.” So today, we’re going to … Continue reading Almost Obedient
I. Introduction Our lesson today studies the Ark of the Covenant, so I would like to back up a long, long way in scripture. I’m never sure how far I should go back to provide the right historical context, and it seems like every time I study this I want to go all the way … Continue reading Ark of the Covenant
Image via WikipediaLet's recap the history in 1 Samuel so far and then continue reading in 1 Samuel 13-15. Today we're going to focus on Saul, appointed by God and a man who gives every appearance to fear and obey the Lord, yet the Lord is displeased with him. Saul gives only the appearance of … Continue reading The Many Ways We Disobey
I hear a story about a coach teaching his first soccer team made of seventh graders. The coach described the role of the goalie, how to setup offensive a defensive plays, and how to pass the soccer ball. When Saturday came for their first game, the kids all bunched up around the ball in a … Continue reading Hearing God
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