Same size box, less soap. Part 2: Selected Scriptures: . Some of his views on eschatology are questionable at best. I have also selected works that are conservative and Biblically sound. What is it?, the man asked. Thru the Bible 13:14), these conditions were reversed. Saul's Private Anointing - 1 Samuel 9:1-10:16, Saul's Public Selection by Lot - 1 Samuel 10:17-27, Saul's Rescue of Jabesh Gilead - 1 Samuel 11:1-15, Samuel Warns and Encourages Israel - 1 Samuel 12:1-25, Saul's Failure as King - 1 Samuel 13:1-15:35, Rejection: Saul Offers Sacrifices - 1 Samuel 13:1-22, Saul: His Deficient Character - 1 Samuel 14:1-46, Saul: His Deficient Military Accomplishments - 1 Samuel 14:47-52, Rejection: Saul Did Not Destroy the Amalekites - 1 Samuel 15:1-35, Saul and David: David's Rise and Saul's Fall - 1 Samuel 16:1-2 Samuel 1:27, David's Success and Troubles in Saul's Service - 1 Samuel 16:1-18:30, David Defeats Goliath - 1 Samuel 17:1-18:5, David and His Tens of Thousands - 1 Samuel 18:6-16, David, the Lord is With Him - 1 Samuel 18:17-30, David Flees From Saul - 1 Samuel 19:1-22:5, David Aided by Michal - 1 Samuel 19:11-17, David Aided by Samuel - 1 Samuel 19:18-24, David Aided by Jonathan - 1 Samuel 20:1-42, David Aided by Ahimelech - 1 Samuel 21:1-9, David Aided by Achish - 1 Samuel 21:10-15, David Aided by the King of Moab and by Gad - 1 Samuel 22:1-5, David's Innocence and Saul's Guilt - 1 Samuel 22:6-2 Samuel 1:27, Toward Other Israelites - 1 Samuel 22:6-23:6, Saul Kills the Priests at Nob - 1 Samuel 22:6-23, David Barely Escapes Saul - 1 Samuel 23:7-29, David Spares Saul for the First Time - 1 Samuel 24:1-22, David Kept From Bloodguilt - 1 Samuel 25:1-44, David Spares Saul a Second Time - 1 Samuel 26:1-25, Toward the Philistines - 1 Samuel 27:1-2 Samuel 1:27, David Fools the Philistines - 1 Samuel 27:1-28:2, Saul's Fear of the Philistines - 1 Samuel 28:1-25, David Is Feared and Victorious - 1 Samuel 29:1-30:31, Achish Sends David Back to Ziklag - 1 Samuel 29:1-11, David Destroys the Amalekites - 1 Samuel 30:1-31, The Books of Chronicles byJames G. Murphy, An Apparatus Criticus to Chronicles in the Peshitta Version, The Chronicle of Man, or, The Genealogies in the Book of Chronicles Viewed as Foreshadowing the Purpose of the Ages, Notes on the Hebrew Text of the Books of Kings byC. F. Burney, Expository Readings on the Books of Kings byJohn Cumming, The Mystery of the Kingdom: Traced Through the Four Books of Kings, The First and Second Books of Kings: James Robertson, The Books of the Kings of Judah and Israel: A Harmony of the Books of Samuel, Kings, and Chronicles, Saul, the First King of Israel: A Scripture Study, Promise and Deliverance, Volume 2 The failure of Israel's Theocracy, Promise and Deliverance I: From Creation To The Conquest Of Canaan, Promise and Deliverance II: The failure of Israel's Theocracy, Promise and Deliverance III: Christ's Ministry and Death, Promise and Deliverance IV (Christ and the Church), Lights and Shadows in the Life of King David, Chapter 2. From Playing Both Ends Against the Middle to Caught Between a Rock and a Hard Place (, Lectures to my Students, Vol. The Kingscontains succinct explanation and clarification on textual arrangement, parallel motifs and figurative language, chronological sequence, and the scope of the text. The second work presents a history of Christianity in Britain from pre-Christian times to the beginning of the Reformation. A sleeper in my opinion. Then you can read these more modern resources free of charge! 12:13), he still suffered the inevitable and devastating consequences of his sin (2 Sam. He was the author of several titles includingOutlines of Old Testament Theology,Israel's Settlement in Canaan,The Aramaic Origin of the Fourth Gospel, andThe Poetry of Our Lord. This Life of David has supplied a great lack. Spurgeon. Grace Community Church 1 Samuel; Principle #22; 1 Sam. Fourth, the books of Samuel demonstrate the personal and national effects of sin. Thus, the exact reading of the original autograph of the text is in places hard to determine (see 1 Sam. God always gives us the best we will take, for his mercy endureth forever. But no. Accordingly, we have updated our Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions in order to comply with GDPR. It is worth noting in this instance that the MacArthur Study Bible omits "mi. Grace Journal11.2 (Spring 1970): 34-40, The Case for Kingship in Deuteronomy and the Former Prophets,"Westminster Theological Journal52.1 (1990): 101-115, Reconsidering the Height of Goliath,"Journal of the Evangelical Theological Society48.4 (Dec. 2005): 701-714, A Jonadab connection in the Absalom conspiracy,"Journal of the Evangelical Theological Society30.4 (Dec. 1987): 387-390, The transfer of power from Saul to David in 1 Sam 16:13-14,"Journal of the Evangelical Theological Society32.4 (Dec. 1989): 473-483, Theology and art in the narrative of the Ammonite War (2 Samuel 10-12),"Grace Theological Journal3.2 (Fall 1982): 193-205, STRUCTURE, CONTEXT AND MEANING IN THE SAMUEL CONCLUSION (2 SA. He defeated the enemies about himthe Philistines, the Amalekites and the Ammonites. Frequently Abused Verses: Did God Forbid us to Critique or Criticize Church Leaders? They shrink, they yield, they shun the cross, 13:1-14; Self-Justification:We are to take full responsibility for our sinful actions and avoid making excuses to protect ourselves. They were the distressed, the debtors, the discontented. Wisdom Literature Jonah The nation of Israel was largely concentrated in an area that ran about 90 mi. 1 John The Lord Jesus came in the Father's name and was rejected. A biography told through a Christian lens. He made an awesome sight as he stood among the people. Adheres to a modified documentary theory. Read 1 Samuel by John F. MacArthur with a free trial. . An EasyEnglish Commentary (2800 word vocabulary) on the Book of 1 Samuel . See Psalm 24. 1 Samuel; Principle #25; 1 Sam. He hath holpen His servant Israel, in remembrance of His mercy; as He spake to our fathers, to Abraham, and to his seed for ever'' (Luk 1:51-55). It is the devils number one tool. He is the only person in Scripture with the name David. 6:6, 7). The anger and fear of Saul toward David (18:130), 2. Volume 2 - Examining the intimated relationship and history between Israel and Judah, Maximilian Geneste provides extensive commentary on the composition and arrangement of the text, historical context, and elucidation of reiterated motifs. 1 Samuel 3:1-10 Do You Have Your Ears On? 12:20-25, June 27, 2010, The Power Of Choice1 Sam. Minor Prophets It was taking the lower level. Topical Series . If the Former Prophets were composed as a unit, then Samuel would have been written during the Babylonian captivity (ca. 16:14-23;Security in Christ:Though God will discipline us when we persistently sin, we are to take comfort in the fact that it is for our own good and we are secure in His eternal love. Harper study Bible : the Holy Bible, Revised Standard Version. 31). Prophets .The London Quarterly and Holborn Review. In spite of this, preachers will find these chapters clearly outlined and their contents ably articulated. 1Peter 5:4. [1Kin 1:6]. Wisdom Literature On the same plains round Bethlehem, the shepherds kept watch over their flocks by night, while the star which guided the wise men shown over their heads, when, lo, the angel of the Lord brought them the good tidings of great joy, of the birth, in the city of David, of a Saviour which is Christ the Lord. range of evangelical traditions, all of the ideas and principles conveyed Offering direct interpretation through semantics, Geneste seeks to convey the spiritual state of Israel and Judah during this period of time. 6) How did Samuel appear in 1 Sam. A Critical and Exegetical Commentary of the Books of Samuel. He was an indulgent father and as a result his two sons, Hophni and Phinehas, also priests, were allowed to act in a most disgraceful manner. The Rise of Saul to the Kingship (8:112:25), 1. (Read his prayer of Psalm 51.). JOHN F. MACARTHUR pastors Grace Community Church in Sun Valley, California, and serves as president of the Master's College and Seminary. The events of Davids life recorded in Samuel foreshadow the actions of Davids greater Son (i.e., Christ) in the future. Moving chapter-by-chapter the author provides historical context of key events, analysis of Israel's propensity to fall away from the law, and the transition into monarchical rule. Is Willing to be Personally involved. Explanation - The following list includes not only commentaries but other Christian works by well known evangelical writers. Traditionally, it has been viewed as a demon. Close of the Period of the Judges (1 Samuel 1-7), Judgments on Eli and loss of the Ark (1 Samuel 4:1-7:2), Beginning of the Monarchy (1 Samuel 8-31), Appointment of the first king (1 Samuel 8-10), Saul's reign until his rejection (1 Samuel 11-15), The fall of Saul and rise of David (1 Samuel 16-31), 1,2 Samuel How God Uses a Surrendered Life - currently not available, 1 Samuel 24:1-15 Understanding Your Conscience - currently not available, 1 Samuel 16:1-3 A Man After the Heart of God, 1 Samuel 16:14-23 A Life That Blesses Others, 1 Samuel 17:38-51 Standing Strong for God, 1 Samuel 19:1-18 Persecuted, but Not Forsaken. As a result there was moral corruption and God warned Eli of the downfall of his house. 1 Samuel; Principle #44; 1 Sam. 1 Samuel14:37-45 What were the Urim and Thummim? 8:2, 3 ). "This hardback is small in size but packed full of content: Brief summaries of every book of the bible, cultural, archaeological and historical info, word definitions, pictures, maps and charts." . Remembers whose Battle it Really is. 1 Samuel 5 What were the emerods God afflicted the Philistines with? 7:12 Men of Kiriath-jearim take the ark to the house of Abinadab (where it stays for 20 years), 1 Sam. The events recorded in 1 Samuel cover a period of about 115 years from the childhood of Samuel through the turbulent times of Saul to the beginning of the reign of the king whom God choseDavid. Wisdom Literature Hbk. 24:1-22;False Repentance:Even though we may be overcome with guilt and remorse, we must not automatically conclude that we have experienced true repentance. The fateful choice is recorded in chapter 8 which should be read carefully. Neither Egypt nor the Mesopotamian powers, Babylon and Assyria, were threats to Israel at that time. 216 ratings, With the Word- Devotional Commentary - Warren Wiersbe -428 ratings, Wiersbe's expository outlines on the Old TestamentbyWiersbe, Warren W113 ratings. Geneste is the author of several titles includingA Glance into the Kingdom of GraceandChrist in the Wilderness. God has His best things for the few 1 Samuel Everyone likes a true story. (, 4. ''And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying, Glory to God in the Highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men'' [Luke 2]. Studies include close-up examinations of Hannah, Eli, Saul, David, and Jonathan, as well as careful . 18:5-20:42;Self-destructive Behavior:We must never allow jealousy and anger to go unchecked since both emotions can lead to very sinful and destructive behavior. Focusing on providing exegetical commentary on the books of Kings, C. F. Burney'sNotes on the Hebrew Test of the Books of Kingsoffers textual criticism, hermeneutic and presuppositional interpretation, and semantic analysis of the text. 2 Corinthians The Introduction of David (16:117:58), 3. 1). The better often is the foe Although David was forgiven for his sin of adultery and murder after his confession (2 Sam. Through the influence of godly Samuel (1 Sam. The MacArthur Bible Study series is designed to help you study the Word of God with guidance from widely respected pastor and author John MacArthur. 3:10; 6:34; 11:29; 13:25; 14:6, 19; 15:14). He was a victim of human pride and jealousy. 23:1-6;Seeking God's Wisdom:When we have to make strategic decisions, we are to pray and seek wisdom from God and His Word. 28:1-25;Finishing Well:As believers in the Lord Jesus Christ, our goal should always be to conclude our lives on earth fulfilling God's will. Henry Preserved Smith [1847-1927] Edinburgh: T & T Clark, 1899. Lesson 2: From Ichabod to Ebenezer. This volume from Presbyterian minister George Lawson includes two works. As the book of 1 Samuel opens, lawlessness is reaching its height in Israel. This Grace to You article originally appeared here. I recommend that your priority be a steady intake of solid Biblical food so that with practice you will have your spiritual senses trained to discern good from evil (Heb 5:14-note). The lack of reverence for the ark of the covenant led to the death of a number of Israelites (1 Sam. Because we dont want you to incur expenditure for which you are not prepared, could you please confirm whether you are willing to pay this charge, if necessary? Sermons on 1 Samuel Lord's Day Services. Meyer's commentary conveys the ramifications of Israel's partiality to obedience of the Lord, and explicitly views this as a period of dispensation for Israel. In the personal lives of these three men this book gives us an exceedingly graphic picture of these times. Samuel thus is the link between the judgeship and the kingship in Israel. But there was no organised prophetic office. Johannine Writings Perhaps someone is asking, ''Where in this book of apostasy, sin, and defeat do we see the Lord Jesus?'' 1 Samuel 31:8-13 What does the Bible say about cremation? The Books of the Chronicles byR. KittelPublication Date: 1895 Pages: 90. David and Saul: Transfer of the Kingship in Israel (16:131:13), A. David's Lament over Saul and Jonathan, The First Book of Samuel W. O. E. Oesterley, The Second Book of Samuel with Notes and Introduction. This accounts for many of the numerical discrepancies. The faith and the failures of both great and small are viewed in the light of sovereign grace. Historical Books KJV Bible Commentary- Hindson, Edward E; Kroll, Woodrow Michael. The quiet years of toil with his father's flock remind us of the years spent at Nazareth and in the carpenter's shop. 1 Samuel18-19 How many wives did King David have? First and Second SamuelbyJohnson, Frank, 1 and 2 Samuel : an introduction and commentarybyBaldwin, Joyce. 1 Samuel; Principle #4; 1 Sam. The Communicator's Commentary: 1, 2 Samuel byChafin, Kenneth(Now published as The Preacher's Commentary), Rosscup says this is part of "A 12-vol. . Each tool had a price tag. 6:19; 2 Sam. All of Spurgeon's 10:17-27;Hero Worship:In our hearts, we are never to allow spiritual leaders to take precedence over God. Zephaniah David understood how God . 6) How did Samuel appear in 1 Sam. 3] -- his life was one of continual communion. He has a high view of inspiration and a good use of literature relevant in the area. Help Grace to You bring important resources like this to people in your community and beyond, free of charge. This resource is absolutely loaded with very nice color pictures and charts. That the author wrote after the division of the kingdom between Israel and Judah in 931 B.C. Evangelical Commentary on the Bible- editor Walter Elwell (1989) 1239 pages. This accounts for many of the numerical discrepancies. Now Samuel said to all Israel: "Indeed I have heeded your voice in all that you said to me, and have made a king over you. Due to the subtle infiltration of Baalism, the spiritual life of Israel very quickly degenerated into a state of apostasy. 12:13), he still suffered the inevitable and devastating consequences of his sin (2 Sam. II. 1 Samuel; Principle #23; 1 Sam. 25:2730). 1:5. 13:1). An Apparatus Criticus to Chronicles in the Peshitta Version with a Discussion of the Value of the Codex AmbrosianusbyW. E. Barnes Publication Date: 1897 Pages: 104. Be successful (1 Samuel): Attaining Wealth That Money Can't Buy byWiersbe, Warren W96 ratings. 2 Chronicles No copy and paste. The resources are made freely available by archive.org but have several caveats - (1) they do not allow copy and paste, (2) they can only be checked out for one hour (but can be checked out immediately when your hour expires giving you time to read or take notes on a lengthy section) and (3) they require creating an account which allows you to check out the books free of charge. He has a bowl of water for the thirsty sheep, and a bowl of oil for the wounded ones; he anoints with oil those whose heads have been bruised against the rocks. Should you discover some commentary or sermon you feel may not be orthodox, please email your concern. The New Testament and Wycliffe Bible commentary- This version has no time restriction but only has the NT. The book of 1 Samuel [say: ''First Samuel''] is a book of transition. However, neither internal features nor external testimony conclusively identifies the writer. 4]. 1 Samuel 214 ratingsLess detailed than the KJV Bible Commentary. 1 Samuel14:50 Who was Abner in the Bible? It ought to have a 'wide acceptance and usefulness. They look primarily at Samuel (ca. Prophets Commentary on the Old Testament, The First Book of Samuel (Cambridge Bible Commentary) - borrow, 2 Samuel (Word Biblical Commentary) - borrow, 1 and 2 Samuel : an introduction and commentary (borrow), (Word Bible Commentary) - can be borrowed, Multiple Pictures related to 1 Chronicles, Multiple Pictures related to 2 Chronicles, 1 Samuel1:10-11ff The Journey from Barren to Blessed, 1 Samuel 7:1-13 Hitherto Hath the Lord Helped Us, 1 Samuel18:5, 14-15, 30 Behaving Ourselves Wisely, 1 Samuel 15 -The Irrepressible Force of Secret Sin, The God Who Remembers, Repents, and Rejects, A Beautiful Woman Can Make a Big Difference, 1 Samuel 16 24, Psalms 11 and 59 (David and Escape from Saul), 1 Samuel 25-31, 2 Samuel 1-4, 1 Chronicles 1-10, and Various Psalms (Transition from Saul to David), 1 Samuel 1:1-10GODS CALL TO LITTLE CHILDREN, 1 Samuel 1:28 THE CHILD WE LEND TO THE LORD, 1 Samuel 2:12-17 ELI: TROUBLE IN THE HOME, 1 Samuel 3:1-10 GOD CALLS LITTLE CHILDREN. The books of Samuel contain no clear indication of the date of composition. Also, in relation to David, it is particularly evident that nothing can frustrate Gods plan to have him rule over Israel (1 Sam. "And what shall I more say? The Lord Jesus is pictured often in the life of Samuel. 1 Samuel; Principle #38; 1 Sam. Saul, The Spiritist, and Samuel,"Grace Journal11.1 (Winter 1970): 13-29, Play it again, Sam The Poetics of Narrative Repetition in 1 Samuel 17 -- David G. Firth, Shining the Lamp: The Rhetoric of 2 Samuel 5-24,"Tyndale Bulletin52.2 (2001): 203-225, The Accession Narrative (1 Samuel 27 - 2 Samuel 1),"Tyndale Bulletin58.1 (2007): 61-82, David's Rise and Saul's Demise: Narrative Analogy in 1 Samuel 24-26,"Tyndale Bulletin31 (1980): 37-64, Did Samuel Sin?" Scripture Questions Designed Principally for Adult Bible Classes- 1 Samuel - George Bush. 27:6 gives clear evidence of a post-Solomonic date of writing. . It is usually taken as Solomon. The Gospels ), English translations, and modern Hebrew Bibles. Here is not only a "well of English undefiled," but books written in such strong and simple language that a child can understand them. J. Barton Payne cites four degenerations in Sauls experience: David, son of Jesse, was a man after Gods heart, and in a life-span of about seventy years, he served his own generation by the will of God (Acts 13:36, KJV). What should we learn from the life of Samuel? Calvary Chapel, JIM BOMKAMP David conquered the Philistines (2 Sam. As you may be aware, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) comes into full effect on 25th May 2018. Civilization in general has not been seeking first and always the glory and will of God. They wondered why God had deserted them. Davies utilizes the Septuagint, Latin Vulgate, and Biblia Hebraica Stuttgartensia for clarification on textual arrangement, semantic variation, and historical context. 1 SAMUEL RESOURCES The events of Davids life recorded in Samuel foreshadow the actions of Davids greater Son (i.e., Christ) in the future. Poetical Books Furthermore, the Lord will not protect empty ritual when the Spirit is gone. Kirkpatrick Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 1919. James Rosscup -This generally highly-regarded work offers much assistance verse by verse, using the RSV. InSamuel the Prophet, F. B. Meyer discusses the critical themes embedded in the text of First Samuelin context of Israel's transition to a central government. 27:6 gives clear evidence of a post-Solomonic date of writing. The Mystery of the Kingdom: Traced Through the Four Books of Kings byAndrew J. JukesPublication Date: 1884. God chose him to institute Israels monarchy, but three times during his reign he disqualified himself from the high office. Samuel's activity was terminated when the people, demanding a king, rejected him (1Sam 8:7). London: George Gill & Sons, Ltd., 1894.pp.136. It does not analyze the text based on so-called "higher criticism," but is thoroughly conservative and evangelical. If not, you can now discover a wonderful new resource. Also, in relation to David, it is particularly evident that nothing can frustrate Gods plan to have him rule over Israel (1 Sam. The books of Samuel contain a number of interpretive issues that have been widely discussed: 1) Which of the ancient mss.3 is closest to the original autograph? Hannah was the original source of the prayer psalm in 1 Samuel 2:1-10. Pastor and teacher John MacArthur covers the complete Bibleevery passage of the Old and New . Joseph Augustus Millerwas educated at Highbury College before being ordained minister of Queen-Street Chapel in Sheffield. 7:1215? Saul (Heb., Sa-ul, asked, i.e., of God) was the first king of Israel; son of Kish, of the tribe of Benjamin. Pastor MacArthur is the pastor-teacher of Grace Community Church in Sun Valley, California where he has served since 1969. Christ our victory is called "the stone" in both the Old Testament and the New (Psalm 118:22; Matthew 21:42; see also Daniel 2:35). 7) What is the identity of Davids seed in 2 Sam. In this volume, Presbyterian minister Charles S. Robinson draws out 29 lessons from the two books that follow the lives of Samuel, Saul, David, and Solomonfour leaders whose lives were so individual and yet in many respects so alike. According to Robinson, whoever understands those men will have attained a knowledge of human nature which will prove valuable to him as a citizen and a Christian., Lectures on the Life of Samuel: Preached in the Parish of Warminster, Wilts, during Lent, A.D. 1834 byWilliam Dalby. 1 Samuel, Click here for the devotionals listed below, EXPOSITOR'S BIBLE COMMENTARY A NavPress Bible study on the book of 1 Samuel55 ratings. In addition to the internal strife and spiritual weakness there was increasing military pressure upon Israel from the outside. Basic Bible Study; Advanced Bible Study; Sermon Preparation; Instructor Led Training with MP Seminars; . Thus, the books span about 135 years of history. 5:17 Philistines bring the ark to Ashdod, setting it up next to the idol Dagon, 1 Sam. One example is the birth of Samuel in response to Hannahs prayer (1 Sam. An interesting parallel can be observed in the prayer of Hannah and Mary's prayer, the Magnificat, recorded in Luke 1:46-55. From 9/11 to ??? 1 Samuel; Principle #13; 1 Sam. 10:10;16:13). 2 John GenesisExodusLeviticusNumbersDeuteronomyJoshuaJudgesRuth1 Samuel2 Samuel1 Kings2 Kings1 Chronicles2 ChroniclesEzraNehemiahEstherJobPsalmsProverbsEcclesiastesSong of SongsIsaiahJeremiahLamentationsEzekielDanielHoseaJoelAmosObadiahJonahMicahNahumHabakkukZephaniahHaggaiZechariahMalachiMatthewMarkLukeJohnActsRomans1 Corinthians2 CorinthiansGalatiansEphesiansPhilippiansColossians1 Thessalonians2 Thessalonians1 Timothy2 TimothyTitusPhilemonHebrewsJames1 Peter2 Peter1 John2 John3 JohnJudeRevelation, Select an Ending Point Luke-Acts The process of Saul becoming king (9:111:13), 3. The priesthood was corrupt ( 1 Sam. What brought about this timely revival? 1Sa 17:51, 13. Laneys discussion of Gods will in I Samuel 8:21, 22 is quite helpful. Please contact the publisher to obtain copies of this resource. The majority of the action recorded in 1 and 2 Samuel took place in and around the central highlands in the land of Israel. Read some of the48 ratings. Major Prophets How often he had led them by still waters, and caused them to lie down in green pastures, and many a time he must have had to lead them down one of the gorges of the wilderness of Judea. The Steps Which Led to a King (continued) The New Testament 1 Samuel28:7-20 Did the witch of Endor really summon Samuel from the dead? DAVID AND JONATHAN. 1 SamuelbyKlein, Ralph - Word Biblical Commentary Series.