Don’t settle for second best … ‘Samuel did what the Lord commanded’ (1 Samuel 16:4). Real obedience comes from ‘the … More
Tag: 1 Samuel
Saul replaced, Saul transformed
Two men with the same name – Saul, the first king of Israel, and Saul of Tarsus, the persecutor of … More
The Holy Spirit – Learning from 1 Samuel
Everyone was so happy – ‘Long live the king! (1 Samuel 10:24). Everything seemed to be so promising – ‘The … More
1 Samuel 17-31
1 Samuel 17:1-58 – David defeats Goliath. This is not only a story about David and Goliath. It is about … More
1 Samuel 1-16
1 SAMUEL 1:1-28 – Hannah ‘wept’. Hannah ‘was no longer sad’ (7,18). What made the difference? No child had been … More
No other king but the Lord
The people of Israel were warned. They were not to have a human king. They were to have no other … More
The Lord’s presence among His people
The ark of the Lord signified the Lord’s presence among His people. Even the Philistines, Israel’s enemies, recognized the presence … More
God hears …
The name, “Samuel”, tells the story, leading up to his birth. His name means “God hears.” Samuel was given this … More
“My heart finds joy in the Lord” (1 Samuel 2:1).
Hannah’s prayer begins with the words, “My heart finds joy in the Lord” (1 Samuel 2:1). Her son, Samuel, was … More
Overcoming today’s “Goliaths”
David faced a giant. We face giants. His giant was called Goliath. Our “Goliaths” are the giants of unbelief and … More
The Power, The Victory, The Thanksgiving
The Power – “the Spirit of the Lord came upon David in power” (1 Samuel 16:13). The Victory – “I … More
Names – with a meaning and a message!
“She named the boy Ichabod, saying, “The Glory has departed from Israel”” (1 Samuel 4:21). “Then Samuel took a stone … More
Can You And I Become Giantkillers – For God?
1 Samuel 17 David faced a giant. We face giants. His giant was called Goliath. Our “Goliaths” are the giants … More
Does God have a special purpose for you? Is He preparing you for something special?
“The boy Samuel continued to grow in stature and in favour with the Lord and with people” (1 Samuel 2:26). … More
Lead us, Lord, in the way of true wisdom.
1 Samuel 26:1-25 Lead us, Lord, in the way of true wisdom – “the fear of the Lord is the … More
Help us, Lord, never to imagine that we can ever hope to be fruitful for You if we are not committed to being faithful to You.
1 Samuel 24:1-22Help us, Lord, never to imagine that we can ever hope to be fruitful for You if we … More
Where does true love come from?
1 Samuel 20:1-42 Where does true love come from? It comes from You, Lord. It comes from Your love. Give us … More
Praise, my soul, the King of heaven …
1 Samuel 10:17-11:15 “Praise, my soul, the King of heaven; To His feet thy tribute bring. Ransomed, healed, restored, forgiven, … More
Help us, Lord, to keep on choosing Your way.
1 Samuel 2:1-36 Lord, there are two ways of living. There’s the way of holiness and joy, the way of … More
1 Samuel 10:17-11:15
Everyone was so happy – ‘Long live the king! (24). Everything seemed to be so promising – ‘The Spirit of … More
Praying Through God’s Word: 1 Samuel
1 Samuel 1:1-28 We come to You, Lord, with sadness. You give us gladness. How does this gladness come to us? … More
Learning From 1 Samuel
The name, “Samuel”, tells the story, leading up to his birth. His name means “God hears”. Samuel was given this … More
Overview Of The Old Testament: 1 Samuel
1 Samuel 1-7 Hannah ‘prayed to the Lord’ (1:10-11). God answered her prayer (1:20). God does not always answer our … More
Links to Rev James Philip’s notes on 1 and 2 Samuel
1 Samuel 2 Samuel
Link to Rev George Philip’s notes on 1 Samuel
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Second Sunday after the Epiphany: 1 Samuel 3:1-10, (11-20); Psalm 139:1-6, 13-18; 1 Corinthians 6:12-20; John 1:43-51
Second Sunday after the Epiphany: 1 Samuel 3:1-10, (11-20); Psalm 139:1-6, 13-18; 1 Corinthians 6:12-20; John 1:43-51 God is restoring … More
Great Words Of Faith And Victory
“David said to the Philistine, “You come against me with sword and spear and javelin, but I come against you … More
Dont Forget God!
“Then the Philistine said, “This day I defy the armies of Israel! Give me a man and let us fight … More
What we do for God can never compare with what He has done for us.
“Be sure to fear the Lord and serve Him faithfully with all your heart; consider what great things He has … More
