by Gary Prickett | May 25, 2021 | Announcements
By the end of 1 Samuel 15 and Samuel’s confrontation with Saul on account of his disobedience, we read that they go their separate ways and Samuel does not see the rejected king again until the day of Saul’s death. The bible exposes us to the prophet’s tender heart...
by Gary Prickett | May 25, 2021 | Announcements
Remember, in His Word, God has: Something to see – what does the text saySomething to understand – what does it meanSomething to apply – what does it mean to meSomething to praise – for what are you thankful? (1) Through the Bible Day 1: 1...
by Gary Prickett | May 21, 2021 | Announcements
Through Israel’s demand for a king we see the result of their compromised worship in Canaan. They have rejected Yahwey, and thus it is no surprise their motives are problematic. They sound like a manipulative toddler: “we just want to have a king like everybody else!”...
by Gary Prickett | May 20, 2021 | Announcements
Although Israel rejects God, did you notice that God does not reject their request? God acknowledges Samuel’s concerns, but tells him to “obey their voice.” However, he does tell Samuel to explain what their request for a king will mean for them: “…you shall solemnly...
by Gary Prickett | May 18, 2021 | Announcements
By 1 Samuel 8 the young boy called by God in chapter 3 has grown old and seeks to transfer his judicial responsibilities to his sons. Unfortunately, though Samuel is contrasted (favourably) in many ways to Eli, like Eli, his sons are wayward and wicked. In chapter 2,...
by Gary Prickett | May 17, 2021 | Announcements
Remember, in His Word, God has: Something to see – what does the text saySomething to understand – what does it meanSomething to apply – what does it mean to meSomething to praise – for what are you thankful? (1) Through the Bible Day 1: 2 Kings...
