All the odds were stacked against David. There could be only one winner – Goliath … so it seemed! … … More
Tag: 1 Samuel
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
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
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
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
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
Success as a military leader, failure as a spiritual leader
Saul enjoyed success as a military leader: “Wherever he turned, he was victorious” (1 Samuel 14:47). He was a failure … More
A great contrast between David and Saul
There’s a great contrast between David and Saul. It is summed up in 1 Samuel 18:12 – “The Lord was … More
Two very different attitudes to life – trusting the Lord and taking things into our own hands
The story of David and Saul is a story of two very different men. David recognized that the Lord was … More
God is leading us on to greater blessing.
Saul sinned against the Lord (1 Samuel 28). God’s judgment came upon Saul (1 Samuel 31). While Saul is still … More
The victory belongs to the Lord – not to Satan!
Jonathan’s faithfulness to David arose from his love for him (1 Samuel 20:17). This is true of God. He loves … 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
Jesus’ death was a triumph – not a tragedy.
1 Samuel 29:1-31:13; John 19:28-20:9; Psalm 68:28-35 The contrast between the death of Saul, the first king of the Jews, and Jesus, … More
Jesus Christ – the King of the Jews: going to the Cross for a world of lost sinners
1 Samuel 26:1-28:25; John 19:1-27; Psalm 68:21-27 To be “the King of the Jews” was a great honour. David recognized this when … More
Our God reigns – and He saves.
1 Samuel 24:1-25:44; John 18:25-40; Psalm 68:15-20 “The Lord … has appointed David leader over Israel” (1 Samuel 25:30). Christ’s Kingship is … More
King Jesus – so much greater than king David
1 Samuel 21:1-23:29; John 18:1-24; Proverbs 13:10-19 David was delivered from his pursuer, Saul. David became the king of Israel. Jesus was … More
In this world, you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.
1 Samuel 17:38-18:30; John 16:5-17:5; Psalm 68:1-6 At the heart of David’s triumph over Goliath, there is this great testimony: “it is … More
There is no ‘Goliath’ too strong for the Lord.
1 Samuel 16:1-17:37; John 15:1-16:4; Psalm 67:1-7 David was able to face Goliath with confidence in God – “The Lord will deliver … More
The light of the righteous shines brightly.
1 Samuel 14:24-15:35; John 14:1-31; Proverbs 12:28-13:9 “To obey is better than sacrifice” (1 Samuel 15:22). “Whoever has My commands … More
We must learn from those who fell from the Lord …
1 Samuel 13:1-14:23; John 13:18-38; Psalm 66:13-20 We must never be proud, taking the grace and power of God for … More
The life which glorifies God – love God and love your neighbour
1 Samuel 10:9-12:25; John 12:37-13:17; Psalm 66:1-12 Jesus washed the disciples’ feet (John 13:5). Samuel prayed for the people (1 … More
No human king can compare with Jesus – the King of kings.
1 Samuel 8:1-10:8; John 12:12-36; Psalm 65:1-13 Saul was an unworthy king. Jesus is the King who is altogether worthy … More
Every tongue will confess that Jesus Christ is Lord – to the glory of God the Father.
1 Samuel 5:1-7:17; John 11:45-12:11; Proverbs 12:18-27 In Samuel’s day, there was conflict between the god of the Philistines (Dagon) … More
The Word of the Lord was rare – but the lamp of God had not yet gone out …
1 Samuel 2:27-4:22; John 11:1-44; Psalms 64:1-10 In the days of Samuel’s youth, “the word of the Lord was rare” … More
Speak, for Your servant is listening …
1 Samuel 1:1-2:26; John 10:22-42; Psalm 63:1-11 “Eli’s sons were wicked men; they had no regard for the Lord” (1 … 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
Dont Forget God!
“Then the Philistine said, “This day I defy the armies of Israel! Give me a man and let us fight … 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
The light of the righteous shines brightly …
More notes can be found at my One Year Bible blog. 1 Samuel 14:24-15:35; John 14:1-31; Proverbs 12:28-13:9 “To obey is better … More
A baby was born – and everything was about to change! …
1 SAMUEL 1:1-28 – Hannah ‘wept’. Hannah ‘was no longer sad’ (7,18). What made the difference? No child had been … More
Don’t settle for “second-best” …
Fourth Sunday in Lent: 1 Samuel 16:1-13; Psalm 23; Ephesians 5:8-14; John 9:1-41 Don’t settle for “second-best”. ‘Samuel did what … More
Fourth Sunday of Lent: 1 Samuel 16:1,6-7,10-13; Ephesians 5:8-14; John 9:1-41
Don’t settle for second best … ‘Samuel did what the Lord commanded’ (1 Samuel 16:4). Real obedience comes from ‘the … More
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
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
1 Samuel
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
