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1 Samuel opens with a sweeping transition in Israel. They move from a Theocracy — God Himself ruling over his people, to a Monarchy — God, still on the throne of the universe, but ruling and reigning in Israel through a human king. Dive deep into the Book of 1 Samuel with this Study the Book of 1 Samuel page.

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Journey Through 1 Samuel

By Scott Pauley | August 26, 2025

Journey Through 1 Samuel As we begin our journey through 1 Samuel, consider that there are stages in life, and there are stages in nations. Israel is a classic example of this. The period known in Israel’s history as the Judges is one of their darkest stages. Remember, the two preceding books of the Bible,…

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In the Second Boer War in South Africa, 13,000 British troops were trapped for 118 days in what is now known as the Siege of Ladysmith. Food diminished, and disease grew. Worst of all, discouragement set in. A civilian was arrested, tried, and sentenced to a year in jail for being a discourager! This man was not a traitor, but he walked around town and spoke discouraging things to men who were on guard against the enemy. The deepest wound you can inflict is to wound a person’s spirit (Proverbs 18:14). Image of the relief of the siege

The Power of Encouragement and the Peril of Discouragement

By Scott Pauley | October 8, 2026

Rainbow over the northern end of the Sea of Galilee on a rainy winter day. It was amazing to see this symbol of Christ, and His peace, in Galilee where He lived on earth. Photo by John Buckner

The Rainbow in Scripture

By John Buckner | January 30, 2026

Image depicting David and Goliath with David using His sling. Slings are not a child’s toy, as is sometimes portrayed. Slingers were an integral part of ancient armies. David is a classic example of someone who battled with an ancient sling

Ancient Slings

By John Buckner | January 7, 2026

Ebenezer

By John Buckner | October 31, 2025

Journey Through 2 Samuel

By Scott Pauley | September 8, 2025

Journey Through 1 Samuel

By Scott Pauley | August 26, 2025

Journey Through Ruth

By Scott Pauley | August 21, 2025

God’s Big Work in Small Towns

By Scott Pauley | August 17, 2025

Christianity is A Crutch

By Scott Pauley | August 4, 2025

Jerusalem in Scripture

By John Buckner | May 19, 2025

David and Gath, David in Gath, Gath in the Bible, Artwork, Possible looks of Gath in the Bible

Friends From Gath

By John Buckner | December 10, 2024

Mary Had A Little Lamb, Christmas, Jesus the Lamb

Mary Had A Little Lamb by Dr. Johnny Pope

By Guest Author | December 5, 2024

Wild goat, or ibex, in the oasis of En Gedi. Saul pursued David and his men into the wild country here in the Great Rift Valley, some of which you can see in the background. Photo by John Buckner

Wild Goats of En Gedi

By John Buckner | August 14, 2024

Hyssop

By John Buckner | July 10, 2024

The Waterfall at En Gedi. David would often come here to hide and find refreshment.

King David’s Blessing at En Gedi

By John Buckner | June 19, 2024

Bible Valleys

By John Buckner | May 8, 2024

After David robbed Saul's tent, he returned the spear yet kept his water cruse. This was done because comfortable sin still displeases God... Image of David sparing Saul's life as recorded in 1 Samuel 26

Why Did David Keep Saul’s Water Cruse?

By John Buckner | January 10, 2024

Eric Liddell, 1924 Paris Olympics, Eric Liddell not running

Christians You Should Know: Eric Liddell

By Micah Hendry | March 1, 2023

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The Tragic End of a Treasured Man by Pastor Scott Hooks

By Guest Author | January 9, 2023

Dear Pastor – An Open Letter to Faithful Shepherds

By Scott Pauley | December 11, 2021

Daily Confession (Daily Living – Part 2)

By Scott Pauley | February 2, 2016

Thank God for My Pastor

By Scott Pauley | March 23, 2014

A Message Christian Young People Desperately Need

By Scott Pauley | January 7, 2014

A Mark of Greatness

By Scott Pauley | January 30, 2012

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